Tag: Investigation

AS Roma has set its sights on Nigerian right-back Ola Aina as the club looks to bolster its defensive options. The Giallorossi’s sporting director, Florent Ghisolfi, has reportedly made inquiries about the 28-year-old, who is regarded as one of the best in his position globally. Currently plying his trade with Nottingham Forest, Aina has consistently…

Kehinde Fajobi The Acting Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State has pledged to investigate alleged anti-party activities involving members, particularly during the 2023 general elections. At a press briefing on Thursday, the committee revealed plans to form a disciplinary panel, emphasising that sanctions, including suspensions or expulsions, could be recommended…

Kehinde Fajobi The federal government has proposed a 30-60% increase in telecom tariffs to sustain the telecommunications sector while ensuring affordability for Nigerians. Dr Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, disclosed this during an interview on Channels Television. He stated that the move followed recommendations from independent consultants, including KPMG, rejecting operators’ demands…

Kehinde Fajobi Bandits attacked the General Hospital in Kankara, Katsina State, on Wednesday night, injuring a doctor and kidnapping five people, including hospital staff. A local source disclosed that the assailants stormed the hospital around 7 p.m., firing shots that sent patients and staff into panic. Dr Murtala Dandashire, who was attending to patients, sustained…

Kehinde Fajobi The United Arab Emirates President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has accepted an invitation from President Bola Tinubu to visit Nigeria later this year. Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday morning. He noted that the invitation was extended during bilateral…

Kehinde Fajobi Prince Lukman Gbadegesin, a former contender for the Alaafin of Oyo throne, has taken legal action to challenge the appointment and presentation of the staff of office to Prince Akeem Owoade as the new Alaafin by Governor Seyi Makinde. Gbadegesin, reportedly endorsed by a faction of the Oyomesi, is urging the court to…

The Federal Government has responded to the recent comments made by the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, regarding the economic policies implemented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. In a statement issued by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on the 16th of January, 2025, the government reaffirmed its unwavering…

The outgoing U.S. President, Joe Biden, and the incoming President, Donald Trump, both laid claim on the 15th of January, 2025, to the credit for a long-awaited Gaza ceasefire-for-hostages deal, which had been months in the making but was finally brought to fruition with a nudge from a Trump envoy. While announcing the ceasefire, Biden…

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has taken legal action against Jimi Lawal, a former top aide to Nasir el-Rufai, the immediate past governor of Kaduna State, over serious allegations of corruption and money laundering. Lawal, who once served as a senior adviser and counselor at the Kaduna Economic Development Council…

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has addressed the tragic military airstrike that recently claimed the lives of about 16 residents in the North-Western state, clarifying that the incident was unintentional. Speaking during an interview on Politics Today on Channels Television, the governor explained that the strike occurred amidst efforts to combat bandits terrorizing the…

The Kano State Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources has reassured the public of its unwavering commitment to safeguarding public health after an isolated case of Avian Influenza (AI) was confirmed in the state. The outbreak, traced to a multi-species backyard poultry farm in Hausawa Quarters, Gwale Local Government Area, was first reported on the…

Segun Ayinde, Abeokuta Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has expressed deep condolences to the family of the late Rt. Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, a member of the House of Representatives who represented Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency. Onanuga, who served as the Deputy Chief Whip of the Green Chamber, passed away early Wednesday morning after…

The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has reported that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s ramped-up production of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) is significantly influencing the petrol market in Europe. The refinery, which began operations in January 2024, started producing PMS in September, marking a pivotal shift from Nigeria’s reliance on imported fuel. With a…

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to integrating climate-smart agricultural practices and promoting energy transition as part of efforts to bolster food security and reduce the country’s environmental impact. His remarks were made during the ongoing Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in the United Arab Emirates, where he addressed global leaders and policymakers.…

The Minister of State for Works, Mohammad Goronyo, has expressed concern over the insufficient budget allocation to the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA), despite the agency’s crucial role in maintaining the country’s extensive road network. In his budget defense presentation before the joint session of the Senate and House Committees on FERMA, Goronyo emphasized that…

Unspecified numbers of Nigerian military personnel and civilians are missing following a deadly ambush by Boko Haram terrorists in Baga, near the fringes of Lake Chad. The ambush occurred on Tuesday as soldiers and a group of civilians attempted to recover the bodies of 40 residents killed in an earlier attack by the insurgents. Sources…

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has received a new revenue target of ₦25 trillion for the 2025 fiscal year, following its record-breaking performance in 2024, where it surpassed the ₦19.4 trillion revenue target set by the 2024 Appropriation Act. The announcement was made during a presentation by FIRS Executive Chairman Zacch Adedeji to the…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has declared a total remittance of ₦10 trillion to the federation account, reaffirming its position as the highest taxpayer in Nigeria. Additionally, the company remains the only entity in the country to publish 100% of its annual account statements, according to its Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Malam…

Joy swept through Gaza on Wednesday after a ceasefire and hostage release agreement was reached between Israel and Hamas, raising hopes of an end to over 15 months of war in the Palestinian territory. The deal, first disclosed by a U.S. official and a source close to the negotiations, comes amid devastating losses on both…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles B have been drawn into Group D alongside Senegal, Congo Brazzaville, and Sudan for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN). The tournament, which showcases home-based players, will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda in August. The draw, announced on Wednesday, revealed the groupings for the 19 teams set to compete in…

Arsenal rekindled their title aspirations with a crucial 2-1 victory over rivals Tottenham Hotspur in a high-stakes North London Derby on Wednesday night. The result sees the Gunners climb to second place on the Premier League table, reigniting their pursuit of the title despite battling ongoing injury challenges. The electrifying contest at the Emirates Stadium…

Kehinde Fajobi The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has inaugurated the Police Anti-Money Laundering Units across Nigeria to bolster efforts against financial crimes. Egbetokun appointed CP Hyacinth Azuka Edozie, a financial expert, alongside Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs), to oversee the units in State Criminal Investigation Departments (SCIDs) nationwide. In a statement issued on…

Kehinde Fajobi The crisis within the Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has escalated following a court ruling that nullified the congresses producing the faction loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. On January 13, Justice Stephen Jumbo of the Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt restrained…

Kehinde Fajobi The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) have intensified efforts to prevent external attacks on custodial centres and avert jailbreaks across the country. Commandant-General of the NSCDC, Dr Ahmed Audi, announced the deployment of additional personnel to custodial centres after a meeting with Acting Comptroller-General of…

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday led dignitaries to commemorate the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at the Eagles Square, Abuja. Representing President Bola Tinubu, Shettima laid the first wreath at the solemn ceremony and released white pigeons to symbolize peace and unity in honor of Nigeria’s fallen heroes and living veterans. The event, held…