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Operatives of the Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested popular TikTok influencer, Murja Ibrahim Kunya, for allegedly abusing and mutilating the Naira. Specifically, Kunya was arrested for allegedly spraying Naira notes for fun during her stay in a hotel room at Tahir Guest...

The Rivers House of Assembly has begun moves to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu by issuing a notice of alleged gross misconduct against them. “In compliance with Section 188 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) and other extant laws, we,...

Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has condemned the alleged threat to Ushie Rita Uguamaye, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member. Uguamaye, also known as Raye, recently posted a viral video expressing her frustrations over the prevailing economic hardship while criticising President Bola...

Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has been honored as the ‘Governor of the Year 2024 (Urban Renewal)’ at the prestigious Independent Awards 2024, held at Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos. This recognition highlights his visionary leadership, bold infrastructural reforms, and commitment to transforming Anambra State into a modern, livable, and prosperous...

Amnesty International Nigeria has condemned the alleged threats and intimidation being faced by Lagos-based National Youth Service Corps member, Ushie Uguamaye, after her viral TikTok video criticising President Bola Tinubu’s government over escalating economic hardship. In a statement posted on X on Sunday, the human rights organisation denounced the reported...

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced the cancellation of the registration of Mainland Trust Limited and the suspension of Centurion Registrars. The Commission in separate circulars issued at the weekend said the sanctions were imposed following the failure of both firms to comply with regulatory directives. The circular...

• I’m aware there are plans underway to have me arrested as soon as I arrive Abuja,” she said. Kogi Central Senator, Mrs Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has alleged that Nigerian security officials were planning to arrest her upon her return to Nigeria. Akpoti-Uduaghan claimed the move is linked to her participation...

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has emerged the Independent Newspaper’s 2024 Man of the Year. The award was presented to him at a colourful ceremony, held at Expo Convention Centre, Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos on Saturday night. At the ceremony, where the First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu,...

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it recovered over N365.4 billion and secured 4,111 convictions in 2024. The commission’s Executive Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, disclosed this in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, at the end of a three-day Retreat for Directors with the theme “EFCC: The Journey So Far, Ensuring...

Mr Afolabi Ayantayo, the Commissioner for Establishment and Training, Lagos State, has urged the senior staff health workers to be proactive in providing policy discussions/recommendations that promote their commitment to service delivery. Ayantayo gave the advice while delivering a keynote speech at the inauguration of the Senior Staff Association of...