EFCC revives N772bn fraud cases against ex-govs and ministers

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi EFCC revives N772bn fraud cases against ex-govs and ministers. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reopened money laundering cases involving 13 former governors and ministers, totaling over N853.8bn. Among those under scrutiny are Fayose, Kwankwaso, Nnamani, Lamido, Sylva, and others, with amounts reaching N772.2bn. The investigation also includes the alleged […]

Ali Nuhu Managing-Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation

Veteran actor, Ali Nuhu Ali Nuhu Managing-Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation In a recent announcement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) has endorsed the appointment of key individuals to head prominent agencies within the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy. The appointments are geared towards enhancing the vibrancy and robustness of the creative […]

Supreme court decisions loom: Security tightens for seven Governors’ fate

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Supreme Court decisions loom: Security tightens for seven Governors’ fate. Security measures have been significantly increased in and around the Supreme Court premises in anticipation of the Supreme court decision and judgments on seven governorship appeals. All roads leading to the Apex Court, starting from the Head of Service office, are now […]

Army rebuts claims: Troops well-cared for in Zamfara operation

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Army rebuts claims: Troops well-cared for in Zamfara operation. The Nigerian Army has swiftly countered reports circulating about the alleged poor treatment and inadequate feeding of troops engaged in Operation Hadarin Daji in Zamfara State.   A statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Ikechukwu Eze, the spokesman of the 8 Division, Sokoto, dismissed […]

NYSC NIN Integration: Corps members to register for mobilisation

By Akinsuroju Olubunmi   NYSC NIN integration: Corps members to register for mobilisation. The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has made a significant announcement regarding the upcoming mobilization exercise. Starting this year, all eligible prospective corps members are required to complete their registration for mobilization using their National Identification Numbers (NIN) known as NIN integration. […]

The Supreme Court rules on Friday over Kano’s governorship

The Supreme Court. Image: thenationonlineng.net   The Supreme Court rules on Friday over Kano’s governorship. The appeal filed by Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, who is contesting the Court of Appeal’s decision, has been scheduled for hearing by the Supreme Court for Friday, January 12. This is stated in a notice that the supreme court sent out to each party involved in the lawsuit on Wednesday. The notice states that the court ordered no more than two solicitors from each side to be present. According to sources, the appellate court upheld the tribunal’s decision to remove Governor Abba Yusuf and proclaim Dr. Nasiru Gawuna, the APC candidate, the legitimate victor. The Appeal Court’s decision has been criticised by NNPP supporters, particularly the dispute over the allegation that the governor was the subject of two separate rulings, one in favour of the other. Conversely, the APC faithful persisted in applauding the two rulings that supported their candidate. Gumel, the commissioner of Kano State Police, was obliged by the state’s anxiety to forbid any protests or rallies and to compel the leaders of both parties to sign a peace agreement, albeit little has come of it as violent occurrences have continued. Barrister Bashir Tudun Wuzirci, the secretary of the NNPP legal team, also verified that Friday was the date set by the supreme court for the decision. Indeed, it has been formally verified. They have instructed us to show up for the ruling on Friday. They advised us that no more than two counsels should be present for any one party. He stated, “They explained that this is because they will be making seven rulings on the same Friday. A five-member Supreme Court bench led by Justice John Inyang Okoro heard arguments from the parties in late December of last year […]