Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has arrived at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja for his arraignment on multiple charges related to an alleged fraud scheme involving over N110 billion. This significant legal development follows his recent arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on November 26th, 2024. Background…
The United Nations has issued a strong call for a permanent ceasefire in the ongoing conflicts involving Lebanon, Gaza, and Israel, urging all parties to prioritise peace and stability in the region. This demand comes as a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah has been reached, marking a critical moment in the protracted violence that…
Samuel L Jackson said in a video interview with AP Entertainment, while promoting his role in Netflix’s “The Piano Lesson,” that Oscar nominations aren’t too big of a deal for him. Shockingly, Jackson has only earned one Oscar nomination during his illustrious career — for “Pulp Fiction,” which he landed a best supporting actor nod for…
Elon Musk, who’s set to start advising President-elect Donald Trump on government efficiency in 2025, criticized the Pentagon’s F-35 program in two social media posts on Sunday. The billionaire reposted a video montage of coordinated drone swarms on X, writing: “Meanwhile, some idiots are still building manned fighter jets like the F-35.” He added a…
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…
An angry mob has set ablaze two yet-to-be-identified revenue collectors of the Anambra State Government for causing a tipper driver to ram and kill a bystander at the Old Market Road along Venn Road by Egerton Bus Stop in Onitsha, Anambra State. The incident, which occurred on Friday, caused confusion, thereby leading to gridlock in…
