Following his visit to the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) project site in Abuja on Thursday, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, has given construction firm Julius Berger a 30-day ultimatum to complete the permanent facility. Gbajabiamila expressed disappointment with the level of progress made on the project and emphasizedContinueContinue reading “Gbajabiamila berates Julius Berger for slow pace of work on NILDS project, issues 30 days ultimatum for completion”
Author Archives: News Editor
Obi refutes claims of British Government apologizing to him for detention
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, has dismissed rumors claiming that the British Government had apologized to him for his detention by immigration officials at Heathrow Airport in London. Obi was questioned by UK immigration officials on allegations of impersonation aimed at damaging his reputation. On Thursday, rumors surfaced that the British Government hadContinueContinue reading “Obi refutes claims of British Government apologizing to him for detention”
INEC: Winning Presidential Election Doesn’t Require 25% of Votes from FCT
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has clarified that a presidential candidate does not require 25% of the votes from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to win the country’s presidential election. INEC made this statement while responding to a legal challenge from the Peoples Democratic Party’s Atiku Abubakar, who claimed that he had been unfairlyContinueContinue reading “INEC: Winning Presidential Election Doesn’t Require 25% of Votes from FCT”
Ex-Legislators Advocate Zoning of Senate Presidency to South-South
A group of former members of the House of Representatives are urging the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the National Assembly members-elect to take into consideration both region and religion when selecting the presiding officers for the upcoming term, particularly for the position of Senate President. These ex-lawmakers, who are part ofContinueContinue reading “Ex-Legislators Advocate Zoning of Senate Presidency to South-South”
Lagos Government Condemns Movie “Gangs of Lagos”, Makes Strong Demands
The Lagos State Government has expressed its disapproval of the Gangs of Lagos film, citing its “cultural misrepresentation” and derogatory content as reasons for condemnation. In a statement released on Wednesday, the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Uzamat Akinbile-Yussuf, criticized the portrayal of the Eyo Masquerade as a gun-wielding villain while donning traditional regalia.ContinueContinue reading “Lagos Government Condemns Movie “Gangs of Lagos”, Makes Strong Demands”
Mr. Woodberry, a close associate of Hushpuppi, pleads guilty to cyber fraud, agrees to return $8 million to victims
Olalekan Jacob Ponle, who goes by the name Mr. Woodberry, has agreed to a plea deal with the United States government. The suspected internet fraudster was charged with wire fraud conspiracy following his arrest in the United Arab Emirates in June 2020, and his subsequent extradition to the US. He was accused of tricking AmericanContinueContinue reading “Mr. Woodberry, a close associate of Hushpuppi, pleads guilty to cyber fraud, agrees to return $8 million to victims”
Former Deputy Governor Ojikutu threatens to relinquish Nigerian citizenship if Tinubu is sworn in as president on May 29th
Alhaja Sinatu Aderoju Ojikutu, the former Deputy Governor of Lagos State, has made a bold statement that she will renounce her Nigerian citizenship if Bola Ahmed Tinubu is inaugurated as President on May 29th. According to reports, she has already instructed her lawyers to commence the process of renouncing her citizenship. During a press briefingContinueContinue reading “Former Deputy Governor Ojikutu threatens to relinquish Nigerian citizenship if Tinubu is sworn in as president on May 29th”
Short man undergoes painful surgical procedure to increase height
Moses Gibson, a 41-year-old man from Minneapolis, Minnesota, has spent a total of $160,000 on two painful surgical procedures to increase his height by a total of five inches. Moses, who stands at 5ft 5in, struggled with low self-esteem and confidence issues stemming from his height, which negatively impacted his dating life. After trying medicationContinueContinue reading “Short man undergoes painful surgical procedure to increase height”
Chinmark CEO, Ijiomah Chinedu Wanted by Police for Alleged N480m Fraud
The Chinmark Group CEO, Ijiomah Marksman Chinedu, has been declared wanted by the Nigeria Police Force for an alleged investment fraud worth N480 million. According to a special police gazette bulletin, Ijiomah is wanted for cyber fraud, money laundering, and obtaining money under false pretences. The Magistrate Court of Lagos issued a warrant of arrest/benchContinueContinue reading “Chinmark CEO, Ijiomah Chinedu Wanted by Police for Alleged N480m Fraud”
Force PRO unveils identities of three police officers caught on video slapping man and rough handling wife on highway in Rivers
On Tuesday, the Force Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Police, Muyiwa Adejobi, unveiled the identities of the three police officers who were allegedly involved in the slapping of a man on a highway in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. The incident, which was caught on video and circulated on social media, sparked widespreadContinueContinue reading “Force PRO unveils identities of three police officers caught on video slapping man and rough handling wife on highway in Rivers”
Stay Informed, Stay Ahead... 