The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reiterated its commitment to tackling internet fraud, popularly known as Yahoo Yahoo, despite facing criticism. EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede revealed that Nigeria lost over $500 million to cyber fraud in just one year, underscoring the gravity of the situation. Speaking on the evolving nature of these crimes,…
The Mayor of Idemili South local government area, Hon. Mrs Amaka Obi(Iyom Ife-Abata), earlier today flagged-off the construction of 1.3 kilometres of Umuegbu-Ukpaka Ndam Nnobi road. The road was attracted by Hon. Mrs Amaka Obi through Public Private Community Partnership(PPCP), and facilitated by a business mogul, Chief Emeka Agbanari(Seaman Group). Speaking during the flag-off,…
The Director-General (DG) of Advocates for Good Governance and Humanity (Renewed Hope), Hajiya Zainab A Ibrahim, recently embarked on a scheduled tour of Niger State to assess the state’s physical infrastructural development. The visit was an eye-opener, showcasing the state’s impressive progress in various sectors. During the tour, Hajiya Ibrahim inspected several ongoing and…
— Seeks International Action Against Lagos Authorities. The Association of Igbo Town Unions (ASITU) condemns in the strongest possible terms the ongoing, systematic demolition of lawfully acquired properties belonging to Igbo people in Lagos State. The demolition of trading plazas belonging to Igbo businessmen at Ebute Ero Market in Lagos on Friday, February 14,…
By Izunna Okafor, Awka A 50-year-old widow from Ifitedunu in Dunukofia Local Government Area of Anambra State, Mrs. Ikeorah Maureen, is currently traumatized and in severe pains following her recent ugly ordeal in the hand of a reverend father who allegedly brutalized her. According to sources, the priest, identified as Rev. Fr. Jude Muokwe, of…
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has mourned the demise one of the nation’s most notable leaders, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, describing the passage of the Afenifere’s leader as a loss to the nation. Buhari, in a statement by his media aide, Garba Shehu stated this on Friday in his reaction to the passage of the former chieftain…
For Greg Eloghosa Clement, better known as SoundboyGreg, music isn’t just about making hits; it’s about impact. He wants his songs to inspire, remind people of their worth, and push them through tough times. Having battled rejection and hardship himself, SoundboyGreg knows how powerful a message of hope can be. SoundboyGreg, grew up in Benin…
Shell has identified key enablers for boosting local content in the oil and gas industry. It said the that strategic partnerships, capacity building and adherence to regulations would help Nigeria to derive more value from the participation of local business in such operations. The remark was made by the General Manager, Nigeria Content Development of…
Edo State Security Corps (ESSC), on Friday, apprehended 18 suspected kidnappers and Armed Robbers along Benin – Auchi area axis of Edo State, recovering 38 locally made guns, pellets and several charms in the process. The Corps Commandant, Retired Commissioner of Police, Friday Ibadin, who made this known in a press statement, said the arrest…
Kenya’s Edwin Kibet on Saturday won the 2025 10th Access Bank Lagos Marathon with an improved time of 2:14:19. Last year, the winner, Bernard Sang, also a Kenyan, crossed the line in 2:16:49. But on Saturday, Kibet showed great strength to win the men’s race despite his late arrival in Nigeria. Without enough rest from…
