Category: Fact Check
EFCC Operatives Held Hostage at Enugu Radio Station for Ponzi Scheme
On Monday, October 14, 2024, a team from the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) was involved in a tense standoff at Urban Radio 94.5FM, Enugu, while attempting to arrest Favour Ekoh, the host of the station’s popular program “Prime Time.” Ekoh is under investigation in connection with an alleged…
Amaewhule-led Rivers Assembly Declares Pro Fubara lawmakers’ Seats Vacant
Kehinde Fajobi The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, has declared the seats of Edison Ehie, the Chief of Staff to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, and three other lawmakers vacant due to their absence from legislative sessions for 152 days. During plenary today, Speaker Amaewhule explained that Ehie failed to properly notify…
FG Clarifies: No UK Backing for Sunday Igboho’s Yoruba Nation Plea
Kehinde Fajobi The Federal Government has dismissed reports suggesting that a petition by Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, also known as Sunday Igboho, was endorsed by the UK government. The petition, which urged the UK to consider recognising the Yoruba nation, was delivered to No. 10 Downing Street but has not received official support. In…
Shocking Lawsuit Claims Kanye West Pursued Affair with Wife’s Mother
Kanye West’s former assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, has made a startling claim, alleging that the rapper expressed a desire to engage in intimate relations with his wife Bianca Censori’s mother, Alexandra, while Bianca watched. Pisciotta, who previously sued West in June for sexual harassment and stalking, has now presented fresh accusations in a new legal filing.…
Ondo Election: PDP Leaders Rally in Akure for Governorship Campaign
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially kicked off its governorship campaign for the November 16, 2024 election in Ondo State. Key members of the PDP’s National Working Committee, along with prominent party leaders, arrived in Akure on Monday to demonstrate support for the party’s candidate, Agboola Ajayi. Ajayi, a former deputy governor of the…
Libya Threatens Legal Actions Over Nigeria’s Withdrawal from AFCON Qualifier
The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has expressed its dissatisfaction with Nigeria’s withdrawal from their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier match, which was set to take place in Benghazi, on Tuesday, October 15. The LFF has vowed to take legal action against the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to safeguard the interests of the Libyan national…
BREAKING: INEOS Cuts Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United Contract
In a significant move, INEOS has decided to cut Sir Alex Ferguson’s multi-million-pound ambassadorial contract with Manchester United. The decision, first revealed by The Athletic, comes as part of the company’s ongoing cost-cutting measures. Despite the termination of the contract, Ferguson’s long-standing relationship with the club will remain intact. According to The Athletic’s Adam Crafton,…
Ogun PDP Inaugurates Newly Elected Executives Amid Factional Dispute
Segun Ayinde, Abeokuta The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, under the supervision of Kabiru Jauro, on Monday inaugurated its newly elected executives to lead the party’s affairs for the next three years. This comes amid lingering factional disputes following parallel state congresses held over the weekend. Abayomi Tella, loyal to former gubernatorial candidate…
Germany Pays Tribute to Neuer, Gündoğan, Müller, Kroos in Emotional Farewell Ceremony
Gifted Markson Germany honored three of its football legends, Manuel Neuer, Ilkay Gündoğan, and Thomas Müller, who have all retired from international duty, in a special ceremony that highlighted their contributions to the national team. The tribute, held before a packed stadium of adoring fans, marked the end of an era for these iconic players…
Dele Momodu: Atiku’s 2027 Ambition Rests in God’s Hands
Kehinde Fajobi Dele Momodu, publisher of Ovation magazine and prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has stated that whether Atiku Abubakar becomes Nigeria’s president in 2027 will depend on God and destiny. He made the remark during an interview on Channels Television, addressing criticism of Abubakar’s age and his continued presidential ambitions. Former…
Tinubu Calls for Stronger Partnerships to Drive Economic Growth and Stability
Kehinde Fajobi President Bola Tinubu has called for greater collaboration between government agencies, the private sector, and international partners to spur economic growth, enhance competitiveness, and maintain stability in Nigeria. Speaking at the 30th Nigerian Economic Summit in Abuja on Monday, Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, said Nigeria could “emerge stronger, more competitive,…
Reps Criticise Non-Implementation of Disability Rights Act
Kehinde Fajobi The Majority Leader of the House of Representatives, Julius Ihonvbere, has criticised the failure of public and private sectors to implement the Prohibition Against Persons With Disabilities Act. Speaking at a public hearing by the House Committee on Disability Matters in Abuja on Monday, Ihonvbere expressed frustration that, despite the Act being signed…
Police Refute Claims of Forced Eviction from Falomo Barracks
Kehinde Fajobi The Nigeria Police Force has denied allegations that officers were forcefully evicted from the Falomo Barracks in Lagos State, clarifying that occupants were given adequate notice and compensation to secure alternative housing. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Monday, the Force Spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, addressed reports that suggested the officers were forcibly removed…
South-East Electricity Users to Protest Migration to Band A
The South-East Electricity Consumers Association (SEECA) has announced plans to protest against the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) for its decision to transition customers in the South-East to Band A tariff on November 1. The announcement was made in a statement jointly signed by SEECA’s National Chairman, Rev. Okechukwu Obioha, and National Secretary, Mr. Ogubuike…
National Grid Failure Sparks Nationwide Blackout: 2024’s 6th Collapse
Nigeria is grappling with a nationwide blackout following the collapse of its national grid system, marking the sixth grid failure in 2024. Recent checks by FirstNews confirmed that all distribution companies are currently receiving no power from the grid, leaving their feeders entirely without electricity. The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (Eko DisCo) addressed the situation…
Tinubu Welcomes Super Eagles’ Return, Demands Justice After Libya Ordeal
President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the safe return of Nigeria’s Super Eagles following their distressing 16-hour ordeal at Libya’s Al Abraq International Airport. The national team was stranded ahead of their scheduled Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier, prompting the Nigerian Football Federation to withdraw the team. In a statement by the Special Adviser to…
Patience Jonathan Urges Female Students: Say No to Prostitution
Mrs. Patience Jonathan, the wife of former President Goodluck Jonathan, has urged female students to steer clear of drug abuse and prostitution. Speaking in Abuja during the National Female Students Conference and the launch of the inaugural edition of the magazine titled “The Face of Women’s Libbers,” Jonathan emphasized the growing concerns about social vices…
Ondo Guber: INEC Urges Collection of 295,603 Unclaimed PVCs
Kehinde Fajobi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that 295,603 Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) remain uncollected in Ondo State, urging registered voters to pick them up ahead of the November 16 governorship election. At a press briefing held at the commission’s headquarters in Akure on Monday, the state’s Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Mrs…
Edo PDP Files Petition to Challenge Governorship Election Results
Kehinde Fajobi The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially filed a petition to challenge the results of the September 21 governorship election. Speaking at a press conference in Benin on Monday, the party’s state chairman, Tony Aziegbemi, confirmed that the petition was filed on Saturday, just before the deadline, despite…
CBN Urges Banks to Prioritize Cybersecurity to Protect Depositors’ Funds
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has called on banks to invest heavily in cybersecurity to safeguard customers’ deposits from the growing threat of cybercrime. Dr. Adetona Adedeji, Acting Director of Banking Supervision at CBN, made this statement during a panel discussion at the Nigeria Economic Summit in Abuja. Dr. Adedeji highlighted the rapid advancements…