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Reactions As Street Vendors Swiftly Pack-up Their Goods To Avoid The Police In USA
A group of African vendors, reportedly selling counterfeit designer products, managed to make a swift getaway after spotting police officers approaching at Times Square in New York. In a now-viral video, the individuals, believed to be either Ghanaians or Nigerians, had displayed their goods on the ground for passers-by to purchase. However, upon noticing some officers from the New York Police Department (NYPD), they quickly gathered their merchandise and fled the scene.
D’banj Only Nigerian Man That Gifted Me Free Money Without Expecting Anything – Toke Makinwa - Gistmania
Popular media personality, Toke Makinwa has revealed that Nigerian singer, D’banj is the only Nigerian man who has ever given her free money without expecting anything in return. In a viral video on social media, Toke Makinwa shared her first encounter with the singer and how much confidence he had in her. Recounting their first encounter, Toke said many years back when she kickstarted her career, D’banj was there to show his support.
Police Arrest 11 Deadly Kidnappers In Kaduna
The Kaduna Police Command said its operatives in collaboration with local hunters have arrested 11 suspected kidnappers and recovered weapons in their possession in raids across some villages in the state. Five of those in police net were allegedly responsible for kidnapping of a district head who was abducted on Aug 14 and released on Aug.16, the Command’s Spokesperson, ASP Mansir Hassan, disclosed in a statement in Kaduna on Thursday. Giving details of the operations, Harasan said, “On Sept.
Gunmen Storm Oyo Community, Abduct PDP Chieftain, Benedict Akika
A prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, in Oyo State, Benedict Akika, has been kidnapped at his residence in Olorunda, Lagelu Local Government Area of the state. It was gathered that heavily armed gunmen, on Wednesday, stormed Akika’s home, threatening to shoot anyone who might put up resistance. According to a family source, says on Thursday that the assailants arrived while Akika was relaxing with his family, catching everyone off guard.
U.S. Court Sentences Nigerian Brothers To 18 Years In Prison For Sextortion
U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Mark Totten have sentenced Nigerian brothers, Samuel Ogoshi, age 24, and Samson Ogoshi, age 21 to 210 months in federal prison followed by 5 years of supervised release for the crime of Conspiracy to segxwally Exploit Minors. On March 25, 2022, 17-year-old high school student, Jordan DeMay, from Marquette, Michigan, died as a result of this sextortion scheme, which targeted over 100 other victims, as well.
How Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Man, Adeyemi Adeniyi In Ogun
A hit-and-run driver has reportedly killed one Adeyemi Adeniyi, a motorcyclist, along the Idofa-Imeko road in Imeko/Afon local government area of Ogun state. The unknown driver in an unregistered ash colour Mazda 626 car was travelling from Imeko towards Ilara when he veered from his lane and collided with the deceased travelling from Ilara towards Imeko.
FG Reportedly Begins Sale of 50kg Bag of Rice For N40,000 Amid Fuel Price Hike
The Federal Government of Nigeria has commenced the sale of 30,000 metric tonnes of milled rice to Nigerians at a subsidized price of N40,000 per 50-kilogram bag. This initiative comes amid rising fuel prices and economic challenges affecting the populace. The official launch of the distribution was conducted by the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, on Thursday in Abuja.
Zamfara Govt Disowns Document Alleging Payment Of Huge Funds To Bandits
Zamfara State Government has said it remains resolute in the fight against banditry, kidnapping and other criminality across the state. It disowned some documents being circulated, insinuating that it had released huge funds to some bandits’ kingpins for dialogue in the state.
Photos of Ex Boyfriend Who Killed Olympic Marathon Star Rebecca Cheptegei Surfaces
The first pictures of the ex-boyfriend accused of k!lling Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei have been revealed. Cheptegei, 33, suffered horrendous burns to 80 per cent of her body in Sunday’s brutal attack that was reportedly carried out by Dickson Ndiema, according to medical officials.
Court Sentences NURTW Chieftain Koko Zaria To Prison For Assaulting Nollywood Actor Lawori
A Lagos Chief Magistrate’s Court yesterday remanded a chieftain of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) Ganiyu Oyedepo (aka Kokozaria), in prison custody for assaulting an actor, Alhaji Ade Adele (aka Baba Lawori). Oyedepo was remanded following his arraignment on alleged offences of conspiracy, assault occasioning harm, and conduct likely to cause breach of public peace. Chief Magistrate B.
American Rapper, Rich Homie Quan Passes Away at 34
American rapper Rich Homie Quan, who charted the Billboard Hot 100 with songs like “Type of Way” and “Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)”, died on Thursday, September 5, according to media reports. He was 34. The rapper died at his home in Atlanta, TMZ reported, citing his family and a representative for the Fulton County morgue. The office of the Fulton County medical examiner declined to comment. The rapper, whose name is Dequantes Devontay Lamar, started his career in 2011.
Two Feared Dead As Gunmen Wreck Havoc in Rivers Community
Gunmen have k!lled two people in the Briun community in Bou-Ko kingdom, Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State. It was gathered that the gunmen invaded the community at about 8 pm on Tuesday night, September 3, 2024, when many residents were already indoors.
Cristiano Ronaldo Makes Football History Becomes First Player to Score 900 Goals
Date: 06-09-2024 6:35 am (10 mins ago) | Author: kacy lee at 6-09-2024 06:35 AM (10 mins ago) (f) Cristiano Ronaldo has cemented his status as one of football’s greatest players by becoming the first men's player to score 900 official goals. Ronaldo's milestone goal came during Portugal’s UEFA Nations League match against Croatia on September 5, 2024, in Lisbon.
Nigerian Govt Announces 50% Increments in Inmates Feeding Allowance After Viral Video
The Federal Government has announced a 50% increase in the feeding allowance for inmates across all Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) facilities. This decision comes in response to a viral video showing inmates at a correctional centre in Calabar, Cross River State, complaining about poor feeding conditions. The announcement was made by Umar Abubakar, the spokesperson for the NCoS, during a joint press briefing at the Customs headquarters in Abuja on September 5.
Ex Minister, Chris Ngige Grilled by ICPC Over ‘Contracts And Job Racketeering’ Allegations
Chris Ngige, who served as the Minister of Labour and Employment under former President Muhammadu Buhari, was recently questioned by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Ngige spent about five hours on Wednesday responding to inquiries related to certain contracts awarded within the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF). This investigation is part of a broader scrutiny of financial and administrative activities within the NSITF.
No Light, No Food, No Fuel, Nigerians Are Suffering - Yoruba Elders Cry Out to Tinubu
The Yoruba Council of Elders, YCE, Wednesday, told President Ahmed Tinubu, in an unmistakable term, that Nigerians are “suffering deeply” under his administration asking him to meet short term needs of the people before pursuing a long term vision.
#JusticeForChristianah: Police Denies Having Knowledge Of FUNAAB Student’s Kidnap, Murder
The Lagos State Police Command has denied having any “official” knowledge of the kidnapping and murder of Christianah Idowu, a 300-level student of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) on Thursday. This is despite the military’s arrest of the prime suspect, Ayomide Adeleye, a 200-level Philosophy student of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), who is expected to be handed over to the police soon.
Michel Barnier Named As New French Prime Minister
Michel Barnier, the EU’s former chief Brexit negotiator, has been named France’s new prime minister, the French president, Emmanuel Macron's office says, after two months of stalemate following inconclusive parliamentary elections. In a statement on Thursday, September 5, the Élysée Palace said: “The President of the Republic has appointed Michel Barnier as Prime Minister.
Police Arrest 22 Suspects, Recover ₦10m Worth Of Stolen Items In Katsina
The Katsina State Police Command has successfully arrested 22 individuals suspected of theft and vandalism, recovering various exhibits and stolen items. In a statement issued on Thursday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Abubakar Sadiq, one of the incidents occurred on August 24, 2024, at approximately 5:15 PM. Three suspects, Hamza Lawal, Safiyanu Usman, and Mariya Adamu, were arrested in connection with a criminal house trespass and theft incident in GRA Katsina.
Rights Group Threatens Pres. Tinubu With Protest Over Alleged Abuse Of Office By Betta Edu
Rights Group threatens Tinubu with protest over alleged abuse of office by Betta Edu A coalition of 28 civil society organizations in the Niger Delta region has given President Bola Ahmed Tinubu a 7-day ultimatum to react to the use of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation’s letterhead by suspended Minister, Betta Edu, or face nationwide protests.
"Fuel Will Be Available By Weekend" – Minister Assures Nigerians - Gistmania
The Minister of State Petroleum, Heineken Lokpobiri, has assured Nigerians that petrol, otherwise known as fuel will be available by weekend. Lokpobiri stated this on Thursday, moments after he met with the vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima.
Tracking Nyesom Wike's "key performance indicators" in Nigeria's capital city
By NONSO CHIBUZOR ABUJA (Sundiata Post) – Barrister Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Administration, (FCTA), is a politician who hugs the limelight effortlessly. Unlike most politicians occupying public office who struggle, and most times conjure imaginary scenarios to be noticed, Wike, by his performances, actions, and comments is always in the news.
Chidi Odinkalu: A profile in extraordinary courage, By Osmund Agbo
•Prof Chidi Anselm Odinkalu On August 5, 2005, the observatory team representing a coalition of the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT) and the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) raised a matter of urgent concerns. Agents of the State Security Service (SSS), acting on orders from above, were searching for Chidi Odinkalu, a 37-year-old lean lawyer leading an international coalition advocating for justice against former Liberian President Charles Taylor.
NLC, Abure-led NWC in do-or-die battle for Labour Party control
The internal turmoil within the Labour Party (LP) regarding its ownership continues unabated, with both the Julius Abure-led National Working Committee (NWC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) referencing historical documents to assert their authority over the party. Recent documents obtained by THISDAY highlight an agreement reached in 2022, stipulating that elections must be held at various levels before the national convention.
FG traces fleeing Binance executive to Kenya
The Nigerian Federal Government has located Nadeem Anjarwalla, a Binance executive who fled custody, in Kenya. Efforts to expedite his extradition have intensified as authorities from Nigeria, Kenya, and international law enforcement agencies collaborate to bring him back to Nigeria.
Ondo: APC sets up 7-man governorship screening committee
By Chijioke Kingsley Abuja (Sundiata Post) – The National Working Committee, NWC, of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has set up a seven-man Governorship Screening Committee to screen aspirants ahead of the party’s primary slated for April 20. The party’s Deputy National Organising Secretary, Nze Duru, inaugurated the committee on behalf of its NWC on Friday in Abuja. Duru charged its members to undertake the exercise with necessary diligence, discipline and friendliness.
Bandits attack: We’re not noise makers - Okai fires back at Gov Ododo
By Chijioke Kingsley Abuja (Sundiata Post) – The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency in the 2023 elections, Austin Okai, on Saturday, called on Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State to stop playing politics with security. Okai described Ododo as a ‘rookie governor’ due to his failure to visit the Omala community where bandits killed at least 25 people last month.
I collected $3m cash for Emefiele - Dispatch rider tells court
By Chijioke Kingsley Abuja (Sundiata Post) – A dispatch rider, Monday Osazuwa, dazzled the Special Offences Court in Lagos with revelation on Friday when he narrated how the embattled former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, instructed him on different instances to collect the sum of $3 million cash in tranches.
FemyWalsh to launch terrestrial FM radio in Lagos, receives license from NBC
ABUJA (Sundiata Post) – Leading media conglomerate FemyWalsh Limited is set to launch its flagship FM terrestrial radio station as it receives its license from the National Broadcasting Commission in Abuja, Nigeria. This adds yet another media asset to the FemyWalsh group, which already comprises SOUQ News TV, Walsh Radio Online, Terminal Seven Audio-Visual Studio and Walsh Photography.
Coastal Road: Doherty writes Akpabio, Abbas, calls for suspension of project
By Chijioke Kingsley Abuja (Sundiata Post) – Funsho Doherty, an opposition politician in Lagos State, has joined the call for a probe into the award of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road project to Hi-Tech Construction Ltd. Mr Doherty, in a letter addressed to the Senate President Godswill Akpabio and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, called for a probe into the award of the contract.
FG reveals revenue received from MDAs in February
By Chijioke Kingsley Abuja (Sundiata Post) – The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of Economy, Wale Edun, has announced the earnings of government-owned entities, ministries, departments, and agencies in February. According to him, the revenue rose to N835.70 billion in February. There was a notable growth of N681.45 billion, representing a substantial 441.78% surge from the N154.25 billion remitted in the 2022.
US ex-Ambassador bags 15 years jail term for spying on American govt
By Chijioke Kingsley Abuja (Sundiata Post) – Former United States, US, Ambassador to Bolivia, Victor Manuel Rocha, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for spying on the American government for over a decade. Rocha spied on the US government for Cuba. On Friday, Miami-based US District Judge Beth Bloom sentenced Rocha after accepting his guilty plea on two counts, including acting as an agent of a foreign government. Rocha was also fined $500,000 with maximum penalty allowed.
Ogbonnaya Onu played politics without bitterness - Ohakim
By Chijioke Kingsley Abuja (Sundiata Post) – Former governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim has mourned the death of ex-Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Ogbonnaya Onu. He said the late politician exhibited “politics without bitterness” while alive. Ohakim said Nigeria lost a rare gem whose wealth of experience is needed at such a crucial time.
BBC, Betta Edu, and her Ministry of Corruption, By Farooq Kperogi
THE Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) aroused the rage of Nigerians this week when it revealed in its periodic newsletter called “EFCC Alert” (which it shared with news organisations on Monday) that it had recovered up to 30 billion naira of the money allegedly stolen by suspended Humanitarian and Poverty Alleviation minister Betta Edu. The rage wasn’t directed at the EFCC, of course.
Suspended Minister, Betta Edu, sues BBC
Suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu sues BBC over report linking her to the recovery of N30 billion by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Dr. Betta Edu, the currently suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, has indicated her intention to initiate legal proceedings against the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) for what she considers to be a defamatory portrayal of her character.
EFCC Recovers N30 Billion Looted By Umar-Farouq, N500 Million By Betta Edu
EFCC has recovered N30 billion looted by Umar-Farouq and N500 million by Betta Edu. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered over N30bn from the N37,170,855,753.44 allegedly laundered by the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Umar-Farouq.
TTA League Set To Commence On February 6 With Over 450,000 In Cash Prizes
The much-anticipated second edition of the Federal Capital Territory Table Tennis League is set to commence on February 6, 2024 .This five-week-long event will feature competition across three divisions, catering to players of varying skill levels. The divisions include the Super League for seasoned professionals, Division One for amateurs, and Division Two designed specifically for beginners.
Betta Edu And The Crime Scene Called Nigeria -By Ikechukwu Amaechi
Dr Betta Edu, the vivacious and chirpy politician from Cross River State, must be introspecting now. Just yesterday, she had the world at her feet, literally, and Nigeria was her oyster, where, it seemed, she could achieve anything she wished. And she achieved a lot. Born October 27, 1986, Betta chalked up incredible attainments in only 37 years.
Akwa Ibom gov seeks Tinubus support on deep seaport
The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, on Wednesday, sought the Federal Governments support to fully implement the Ibom Deep Seaport project. Eno argued that Nigerias South-South needs a seaport serving its population even as he described other seaports, especially that of Lagos as congested. Weve talked and requested him to support us with our Read More Source: Punch Newspaper
Betta Edu and the crime scene called Nigeria, By Ikechukwu Amaechi
Dr Betta Edu, the vivacious and chirpy politician from Cross River State, must be introspecting now. Just yesterday, she had the world at her feet, literally, and Nigeria was her oyster, where, it seemed, she could achieve anything she wished. And she achieved a lot. Born October 27, 1986, Betta chalked up incredible attainments in only 37 years.
Rice Farmers Cannot Meet Local Demands– Traders - Nigeria News Headlines Today
By Mercy Omoike Some rice traders in Lagos have lamented the inability of local rice farmers to meet the growing demand of the produce. The traders spoke in separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Lagos. NAN recalls that the Federal Government recently reaffirmed its commitment to increasing local production of wheat, rice, maize, sorghum and soyabean, through the provision of relevant farm inputs.
CSOs Condemn Dissolution Of Universities Governing Councils By Tinubu
A coalition of Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria has condemned, in strong terms, the dissolution of governing councils across federal universities in Nigeria saying it is a fragrant disregard for the provisions of extant laws governing the administration of the universities.
Sports Minister Charges Super Eagles To Go For Gold In Cote D' Ivoire
As Nigeria’s Senior Men’s National team, the Super Eagles prepare to take on the rest of the continent at the African Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Honourable Minister of Sports, Senator John Owan Enoh has charged the team to imbibe the spirit of resilience and togetherness in order to bring the trophy home. In an inspiring address during the team’s farewell dinner, Senator Enoh emphasized the importance of wearing the Nigerian badge with patriotism at the tournament.
Betta Edu, Sadiya Farouq And Their Humanitarian Sleaze -By Rotimi Fasan
There are many Nigerians, if asked, who would say that there are better ways President Bola Tinubu could have handled the scandals in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.
EFCC Arrests CEOs Of Providus, Zenith Jaiz Banks Over Alleged Fraud By Betta Edu
The Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of Zenith, Providus, and Jaiz banks have reportedly been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following their link to fraud allegations surrounding suspended and former Ministers of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu and Sadiya Umar-Farouq. A source close to The Guardian confirmed the development saying Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu (Zenith Bank), Haruna Musa (Jaiz Bank), and Walter Akpani (Providus Bank) were arrested on Tuesday.
Army nabs soldier criticising Sanwo-Olu in viral video
The Chief of Army Staff, Taoreed Lagbaja, has said that one of the soldiers who spoke against the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, for ordering the arrest of one of their colleagues for driving one way, in a viral video, has been apprehended. In a few minutes of a viral video currently in circulation, Lagbaja noted that the action of the soldier caught riding one-way did not represent the entire Nigerian Army.
Adeleke orders probe of N200m fraud in Osun college
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has directed an investigation into the allegations of financial mismanagement rocking the state College of Education, Ila-Orangun. It was alleged that a sum of N200m had been mismanaged under the current Governing Council of the college led by Dr. Peter Babalola, about five months after the assumption of office. In Read More Source: Punch Newspaper
Betta Edu, Sadiya Farouq and their humanitarian sleaze, By Rotimi Fasan
There are many Nigerians, if asked, who would say that there are better ways President Bola Tinubu could have handled the scandals in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation.
Nigerians want probe expanded to other poverty alleviation schemes | The Guardian Nigeria News
• Interrogators grill Edu, Umar-Farouq, banks’ chiefs • N438m contract scandal: Tunji-Ojo in Aso Villa, says ‘It’s all good’ • Edu’s suspension commendable but not enough – Atiku • Why Tinubu acted swiftly on fraud allegations — APC • Afenifere, CUPP back Tinubu on fight against corruption Many Nigerians are calling for the expansion of investigation into various poverty eradication schemes that have failed to lift at least 133 million multidimensionally poor citizens despite billions of...
Zenith, Providus, Jaiz Bank CEOs Arrested By EFCC Over Contracts Awarded By Betta Edu
The Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of Zenith, Providus, and Jaiz banks have reportedly been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following their link to fraud allegations surrounding suspended and former Ministers of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu and Sadiya Umar-Farouq. A source close to The Guardian confirmed the development saying Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu (Zenith Bank), Haruna Musa (Jaiz Bank), and Walter Akpani (Providus Bank) were arrested on Tuesday.
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