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Month: September 2024

I stole a cell phone not motorcycle – Suspect counters prosecutor in court

The Judge who ordered the prosecutor to present his witnesses at the next sitting, granted the accused bail on the condition that he present the Imam of his area. A 24-year-old man, Auwal Abubakar, on Thursday, appeared before a Shari’a Court sitting at Magajin Gari, Kaduna State, for allegedly stealing a motorcycle belonging to one…

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Joke Silva seeks eradication of sexual harassment in film industry

The event featured panel discussions on forming a sustainable and formidable network as well as the settings of structure, technology and infrastructure in the country. Veteran actress, Joke Silva, has called for the eradication of all forms of sexual harassment against women in the film industry and negative stereotypes. Silva, who is the President, Forum…

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Alia hands over truck of palliatives diverted by Reps member to EFCC, ICPC

The governor, who spoke to NEMA headquarters upon his return from the United Kingdom, expressed displeasure over the discoveries of some hidden facts regarding the matter. Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue has handed over a truckload of palliatives he confiscated to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC)…

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My genius brother and partner – Sanwo-Olu celebrates deputy at 60

Sanwo-Olu said that the cordial relationship between him and his deputy had led to good governance and the delivery of democratic dividends to Lagos residents in the last five years. Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State congratulated his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, on attaining 60 years of age on Wednesday, describing him as a reliable,…

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“The EFCC did not interrogate him. He was told that he could leave by officials of the commission.“We don’t know what this means yet.

The director said that the case had been before a competent court of jurisdiction, and Bello had been duly represented by his legal team at every hearing. Alhaji Yahaya Bello, former Governor of Kogi State, who walked into the office of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday morning, left the commission’s office unquestioned….

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Katsina PDP crisis deepens over ex-National Secretary’s suspension

Crises in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Tsauri A Ward, Kurfi Local Government Area of Katsina State have deepened, as the ward Chairman, Danjuma Abubakar, has been suspended. The suspension followed his role in the alleged suspension of the former party’s National Secretary, Sen. Umar Tsauri. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that…

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FCT residents groan over difficulty to access FG’s ₦40,000 rice

NAN reports that the subsidised rice is part of ongoing intervention by the federal government to ameliorate economic hardship. Many residents of the Federal Capital Territory have been experiencing difficulty accessing the Federal Government’s 50 kg bag of rice at ₦40,000. A News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) correspondent, who visited the Nigerian Agricultural Insurance Corporation…

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5 Affordable Facial Toners for Clear Skin

If clearer, more radiant skin is on your wishlist, incorporating a toner into your daily routine can be a game-changer. In a previous piece, The Pulse Picks editor mentioned she used a toner that was primarily geared for nighttime use, which got me thinking about how different toners serve various purposes. If you’re curious about…

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Group urges DSS to halt alleged scheme against PDP chairman

The group also cited a history of targeted attacks against Dr Aziegbemi, including a kidnapping incident in March 2024, which they believe shows a sustained campaign to undermine him. A political advocacy group, Esan Advancement Group, has raised concerns over an alleged plot to arrest Dr Anthony Aziegbemi, the Edo State Chairman of the Peoples…

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FG to audit PPP projects, enforce asset insurance – ICRC

The audit aims to ensure transparency and compliance as the government seeks to leverage private sector expertise and resources for national development. The Federal Government, through the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), has announced plans to audit all Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects across the country to assess their performance. Additionally, the government will ensure that…

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