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Month: July 2024

Court orders final forfeiture of Maina’s property over ₦2bn Pension fraud

The affected properties are located in Abuja, Nasarawa, State Kaduna State and Kano State. A Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday ordered the final forfeiture of at least 20 properties linked to the convicted former Chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Task Team (PRTT), Abdulrasheed Maina. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, in a judgment, held that…

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Oyo kingmakers loses bid to stop EFFC probe over alleged ₦15m bribe

Also, counsel to the Oyo State government, Mr N.A. Abiola told the court to reject the kingmakers’ application because they were merely based on assumption. A Federal High Court in Ibadan on Friday dismissed an application filed by five Oyo kingmakers to restrain the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from probing them. In five…

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I’m hoping for stronger ties with Nigeria – Obi greets new UK PM, Starmer

Starmer led the Labour Party to a historic landslide victory against the Conservatives in the recently held United Kingdom election. Labour Party’s presidential torchbearer in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has told the newly-elected British Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, that he looks forward to stronger ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. Obi’s…

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Benue’s Gov Alia commended for empowering 5,000 women

The APC National Women Leader was quoted as praising Governor Alia for pioneering the project in the country and for his commitment to women’s empowerment and driving sustainable development. The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Women Leader, Dr Mary Alile-Idele, has commended the Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Iormem Alia, for his unwavering support of…

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Tinubu, NASS urged to probe alleged racketeering in MDAs appointments

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the National Assembly have been urged to address the ugly situation with appropriate legislation and oversight. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been urged to address alleged appointment corruption within government ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). The Middle Belt Youth Association (MBYA), during a press conference led by Dr Michael Ahundu…

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20-year-old man in court for aggressively begging at school gate.

The man was charged with conduct likely to cause a breach of peace, to which he pleaded guilty. A Grade ‘A’ Customary Court in Ibadan on Friday remanded a 20-year-old man, Ayobami Aderopo, in Agodi Correctional Centre, Ibadan, for pleading guilty to disturbing school activities. Aderopo, whose address was not provided, was charged with conduct…

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Simi features Asa, Falz, Tiwa Savage on new album ‘Lost & Found’

The award-winning singer has released her 5th album ‘Lost & Found’. For over a decade, Simi has been one of Nigeria’s most prolific singers whose captivating vocals have earned her tons of fans and several awards. On July 5, 2024, Simi released her sixth album titled ‘Lost & Found’ which features guest appearances from several…

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Don’t give your gratuity to Churches, Mosques – Sanwo-Olu tell pensioners

Governor Sanwo-Olu also introduced a new Pension Administration system called ‘Pay-As-You-Go,’ which guarantees prompt payments to retirees once all necessary procedures and approvals are completed before retirement. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has advised retirees to avoid spending their pensions on religious donations or supporting adult children. During the 105th batch retirement bond certificate…

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Singer Ayra Starr says that Nigeria and the UK are similar

She said that the food in the UK was also a culture shock for her. Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr has said that Nigeria and the United Kingdom are not so different to her. Speaking during a recent interview with Capital Xtra, the singer spoke about her time on tour with Chris Brown, the release of…

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Governor Idris declares Monday public holiday for Islamic new year in Kebbi

The 1st of Muharram is on a Sunday and due to the importance of the Islamic New Year, the government decided to shift the public holiday to Monday. Kebbi Governor, Nasir Idris has declared Monday as a public holiday to mark the beginning of the new Islamic calendar, 1st Muharram 1446AH. Alhaji Auwal Manu-Dogondaji, the…

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