Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) amid serious allegations of fraud, including money laundering and misappropriation of approximately N80.2 billion. The arrest occurred on November 26, 2024, at the EFCC office in Abuja, where Bello was brought in by the current Kogi State Governor,…
A delegation of prominent Nigerian celebrities, including music icon Tuface Idibia, comedian Basketmouth, lifestyle influencer Ola of Lagos, and Northern musician Rarara, has embarked on a fact-finding mission to India to explore the potential of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Nigeria. This initiative is organised by the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) and aims…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secretariat in Cross River State was rocked by protests on Wednesday as supporters of the embattled state chairman, Venatius Ikem, expressed their displeasure over his controversial removal. Tensions have been running high since November 15, 2024, when the State Working Committee (SWC) announced Ikem’s suspension, citing allegations of misconduct, mismanagement…
Welcome to the Weekly Sports Roundup! Stay updated with the latest happenings in the world of sports. Here’s a quick look at the top events and highlights from the past week: Premier League 1. Liverpool’s Narrow Victory: Liverpool maintained their position at the top of the league table with a hard-fought 3-2 win against Southampton….
The Catholic Diocese of Auchi has announced the passing of Rt. Rev. Monsignor Thomas Oleghe, Nigeria’s oldest Catholic priest, who died at the age of 104 on November 24, 2024. His death occurred in the early hours of Sunday at approximately 2:30 AM in Auchi, Edo State. A Life of Service and Dedication Monsignor Oleghe’s…
In a new development within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), state governors elected under the party’s platform have called on the National Working Committee (NWC) to convene a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting by the first week of February 2025. This request follows the indefinite postponement of the previously scheduled NEC meeting, originally set for…
The Labour Party (LP) has firmly rejected allegations suggesting that it is secretly collaborating with President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in preparation for the upcoming 2027 general elections. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, issued a statement on November 22, 2024, in response to claims made by human rights lawyer…
Chief Bode George, a prominent figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Deputy National Chairman, has publicly advised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to retire his long-standing ambition for the presidency. Speaking at a press conference in Ikoyi, Lagos, George emphasized that it is time for Atiku to step back from the political…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has officially distanced itself from Simon Ekpa, a controversial figure in the Biafra agitation movement, asserting that he was never a member of the organization. This declaration comes in the wake of Ekpa’s recent arrest in Finland on charges related to terrorist propaganda and incitement. IPOB’s Statement In a…
In the wake of his recent dismissal, Dr. Bernard Odoh, the former Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), has publicly challenged the authority of President Bola Tinubu and the Federal Ministry of Education, asserting that they lack the power to terminate his appointment. His comments come after a controversial decision by the president to dissolve…
