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Osun: EFCC And The War This Week, By Festus Adedayo
By Festus Adedayo Midnight was just shyly unfolding its grim loneliness over the Coal City. I nudged the nose of my blue Peugeot 504 Saloon out of my apartment’s drivewayopposite the Fire Service Office. I thenturned into the dark, quiet embrace of the main road at Otigba Junction. Otigba is a vital transportation hub located on Ogui Road in Enugu. Known for its bustling activity, connecting various parts of the beautiful city, from there, I engaged gear and drove down Bisalla Road.
Tonnie Iredia, Lai Mohammed, DSS DG, EFCC Chairman, to speak at IPI Nigeria conference
Renowned media practitioner Professor Tonnie Iredia will deliver a keynote address on “Democracy, Media Freedom and the Imperative of Protecting Nigeria’s Civic Space” at the 2024 conference of the Nigeria Chapter of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria). A statement by the organisation’s Secretary, Ahmed I. Shekarau, said the event will be held on 11 December at the Abuja Continental Hotel (formerly Sheraton Hotel).
Shell to Deliver More Value With Less Emissions
Shell plc on Wednesday updated investors on its strategy to create more value with less emissions, and deliver increased shareholder returns through a balanced energy transition. “We are investing to provide the secure energy customers need today and for a long time to come, while transforming Shell to win in a low-carbon future.
EFCC Chairman, Bawa Suspend Indefinitely By President Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the indefinite suspension from office the Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. AbdulRasheed Bawa, to allow for proper investigation into his conduct while in office. A statement on Wednesday by the Director, Information, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Willie Bassey, said the directive followed weighty allegations of abuse of office levelled against Bawa.
Kayode Pitan Managing director of Bank of Industry, At Awards in London, United Kingdom
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has… The Central Bank of Nigeria… The key capital-raising transactions of the…
EFCC Chairman, Abdulrasheed Bawa, Jailed By High Court Over Contempt
A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, in Maitama has convicted the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Abdulrasheed Bawa for contempt of court in relation to his agency’s failure to comply with an earlier order of the court.
Rapper DMX Family To Hold Vigil For Him Outside New York Hospital
Rojon1 at 5-04-2021 06:00 PM (9 mins ago) (m) The family of Hip-hop star DMX is set to organize a prayer vigil for the rapper today outside of the White Plains Hospital in New York where he is currently hospitalized. According to TMZ, the vigil is been organized by the family as a sign of support as the rapper continues to pull through in hospital and they are hopeful he will survive.
Actress, Lizzy Anjorin Calls Out Comedian, Mark Angel, Threatens to Expose His Criminal Ways
bayonel3 at 5-04-2021 02:10 PM (33 mins ago) (m) Popular Nollywood actress, Lizzy Anjorin has threatened comedian, Mark Angel while accusing him of engaging in evil deeds. The actress also threatened to expose his deadly atrocities soon. Taking to her Instagram page, Lizzy who just celebrated her birthday yesterday came out to beckon on people to feed her with information(s) as regards the whereabouts of the comedian as she vowed to expose his evil deeds.
SMH Church Members Kneeling To Welcome Their Pastor In Zambia (PHOTOS)
bayonel3 at 5-04-2021 01:55 PM (7 mins ago) (m) A photo has been shared online showing some church members kneeling down to welcome Prophet Ian Genesis, the founder of Charisma Ministries in Lusaka, Zambia. Taking to Facebook on Easter Sunday, April 4, the prophet also shared more photos of church members kneeling to receive chicken from him. "Today I felt like appreciate all our church leaders and committed members with a full chicken each,to go and share with their families at home.
Stop Putting Bible In Hotel Rooms It's Rude - Activist Bisi Alimi
bayonel3 at 5-04-2021 12:48 PM (9 mins ago) (m) Bisi Alimi (born Ademola Iyandade Ojo Kazeem Alimi is a Nigerian gay rights activist, public speaker, blog writer and HIV/LGBT advocate who gained international attention when he became the first Nigerian to come out on television. He recently took to social media to air his view on bibles being put into hotel rooms... read his post below: Post Reply Posted: at 5-04-2021 12:48 PM (9 mins ago) | Hero
Tragedy As 2 Week Old Baby In Her Pram Is Crushed To Death Car In Front of His Parents
bayonel3 at 5-04-2021 12:33 PM (17 mins ago) (m) A two-week-old baby has died after being hit by a car in front of his 'hysterical' parents in Brownhills this afternoon. Officers are investigating after a mother and baby were pinned against a wall after a BMW driver careered onto the pavement on Sunday. A BMW was involved in a collision on the High Street with another car, before striking the pram at around 4 pm.
Father Who Molested 12 Year Old Daughter For 5 Years Says Wife No Longer Attractive
bayonel3 at 5-04-2021 12:27 PM (11 mins ago) (m) A 49-year-old man, Ubong Williams Akpan, has reportedly defiled his 12-year-old daughter in Ogun State, saying his wife was no more attractive to him. Akpan was arrested in April 2 by the police following a report lodged at Itele Ota divisional headquarters by the victim.
Romeo And Juliet Star, Quindon Tarver Dies In Car Crash
Rojon1 at 5-04-2021 11:54 AM (37 mins ago) (m) QuindonTarver, best known for his emotional performance in Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet, has lost his life in a car crash He was 38 years before he died. Tarver’s uncle, Willie confirmed the tragic news that the former child star had crashed his car in Texas. "He had an accident — all we know is he had a wreck, crashed into a wall somewhere on George Bush (Turnpike)," he said. Tarver began singing in church choirs.
How I Knew My Assaulters Are ‘Biafran Boys’ – CCT Chairman, Danladi Umar Reveals - Gistmania
Rojon1 at 5-04-2021 11:49 AM (2 mins ago) (m) The embattled Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Danladi Umar, has claimed that contrary to the content of a circulated video, he was a victim of an assault by people who chanted “secessionist and sectional slogans.” The CCT chair, who presides over the trial of public officers accused of breach of code of conduct enumerated in the Nigerian Constitution, was on Monday seen in a video clip, assaulting a security guard identified as...
Actor Ugezu Condemns Parents Who Were Flogged As Kids But Won't Discipline Their Own Children
Rojon1 at 5-04-2021 11:44 AM (8 mins ago) (m) Nollywood actor, Ugezu J Ugezu has condemned parents who don't flog their wards. He pointed out that these parents were flogged as kids yet won't flog their own kids to instil discipline in them. He said such parents are treating their children like "oyibo", thereby denying them the "reality of Africa. " While some people agreed with his post, most didn't and said as much in their comments. See Below; Posted: at 5-04-2021 11:44 AM (8 mins ago) | Upcoming
Singer, The Weeknd Donates Over N450M To Feed Women And Children In Ethiopia
Rojon1 at 5-04-2021 11:34 AM (12 mins ago) (m) Popular singer, The Weeknd, will be donating $1million (Over 450 million Naira) to Ethiopians amid the five months old war in the country. This isn’t the first time The Weeknd has contributed to a cause as he donated $300,000 to the global Aid for Lebanon campaign last August to help victims of an explosion in Beirut that killed over 200 people.
Obasanjo Jailed Bode George Because Of PDP National Chairman Position – Fayose - Gistmania
Ayo Fayose, former governor of Ekiti state on Sunday revealed that former President Olusegun Obasanjo masterminded the incarceration of Chief Olabode George, a former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over tussle for the party’s national chairmanship position.
I Regret Fighting Olamide Back In 2015 – Don Jazzy Apologises - Gistmania
Rojon1 at 5-04-2021 11:09 AM (17 mins ago) (m) Mavin record boss Don Jazzy has disclosed that he regrets having a feud with Olamide back in 2015 over a speech he made after collecting an award. Speaking to Ebuka in an interview, Don Jazzy revealed that he regrets that incident even though he didn’t mean any harm with what he said. According to him, he would have collected his award and leave the stage without saying anything if the host hadn’t called him right after Olamide’s outburst on stage.
If Killer Herdsmen, Can Be Rehabilitated, No Soul Deserves To Be In Prison — Nnamdi Kanu - Gistmania
bayonel3 at 5-04-2021 11:04 AM (9 mins ago) (m) The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has said no one deserves to be in any Nigerian prison when killer herdsmen and Boko Haram militants get arrested, freed, and rehabilitated. Kanu disclosed this on his Twitter handle on Monday morning.
Linda Ikeji Shows Off Jacuzzi, 'My View Is Better Than Anything I Ever Imagined
Rojon1 at 5-04-2021 10:52 AM (8 mins ago) (m) Famous blogger Linda Ikeji has showed that she has high taste after showing off her expensive jacuzzi. The 40-year-old shared the picture of the jacuzz in an Instagram post. “My view is better than anything I ever imagined,” she wrote to her 6.3 million followers.
Buhari Investing Billions To Rehabilitate B'Haram Members While Victims Suffer - Bishop Kukah
Rojon1 at 5-04-2021 10:56 AM (3 mins ago) (m) Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah has condemned the government of President Muhammadu Buhari for spending billions rehabilitating repentant Boko Haram terrorists while Nigerians suffer in poverty. The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese also condemned the government for releasing repentant Boko Haram insurgents, neglecting victims of insurgency though insurgents continue to terrorise the country.
Actress, Regina Chukwu Celebrates Daughter, Chiamaka On Her 20th Birthday
Rojon1 at 5-04-2021 10:44 AM (9 mins ago) (m) Popular Nollywood actress, Regina Chukwu celebrates her dearest daughter, Chiamaka today on her 20th birthday. The actress took a step backwards to recount the circumstances that surrounded the birth of her child while imploring people to pray and wish her daughter well on this special day of hers.
Nigerian Lady Glad After She Marks 7 Months Since She Stopped Mast**bating, Shares Experience
bayonel3 at 5-04-2021 10:08 AM (31 mins ago) (m) Yetunde Abimbola Okuneye, a Nigerian lady took to social media to thank God for helping her stop masturbating while revealing she has been clean for 7 months. According to Yetunde, she started masturbating at a really young age and overcoming the habit is a win for her. "I stopped masturbating 7 months ago. I can’t even imagine myself doing it anymore. One of my small wins." she tweeted on Saturday, April 3.
Angry Woman Shoots Up Burger King Because Her Orders Was Taking Too Long To Complete
bayonel3 at 5-04-2021 09:57 AM (10 mins ago) (m) A Tennessee woman opened fire inside a Burger King drive-thru window after apparently becoming enraged about the wait time, police said. Surveillance photos show the unhinged customer leaning through the Memphis fast-food joint’s open window while brandishing a black handgun. In one image, released by cops Friday, the woman holds up the firearm with both hands and aims it inside the drive-thru window.
After Paying Over N300k For My Sister's Bride Price, My Mum Only Got N5k - Man Laments
bayonel3 at 5-04-2021 09:45 AM (12 mins ago) (m) A Nigerian man has decried the misogynistic practices that exist in African traditions and cultures as it affects him directly. The lad with Twitter handle, @Chuki_emordi revealed that his sister’s bride price was paid to the tune of N300k, yet only a paltry sum of N5k was given to his mum who toiled for her daughter.
President of Argentina, Alberto Fernandez Tests Positive For COVID-19 After Vaccination
bayonel3 at 5-04-2021 09:38 AM (8 mins ago) (m) The President of Argentina, Alberto Fernandez has announced that he tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Fernandez who was vaccinated against COVID-19 earlier in the year disclosed this in a tweet on Friday night He received a jab of Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine in January 2021. The President however said that he had a light fever, but was in good spirits.
Video: Actress, Rita Dominic Finally Reveals Why She Flaunted Her Lover Last Year In Interview
amasan1 at 5-04-2021 08:55 AM (18 mins ago) (m) Popular movie star, Rita Dominic has finally revealed why she chose to share a viral photo of herself and her lover last year. In an interview with Chude Jideonwo, the 45 years old movie guru was asked why she decided to show off her man; an act that is presumed to be contrary to her original lifestyle. In response to this, Rita admitted that some times it is necessary to share certain things with people and her lover turned out to be the one.
Fresh Rumble Rocks Kano Emirate as Anti-Graft Agency Probes Emir Bayero
amasan1 at 5-04-2021 08:45 AM (15 mins ago) (m) Fresh crisis rocks Kano Emirate Council as anti-corruption commission investigates fraud in a land sale that could go all the way up to the new emir. Barely a year after he ascended the throne, Emir Aminu Ado Bayero of Kano is facing a similar corruption probe that shook the reign of his predecessor, Muhammadu Sanusi II.
"Anyone Caught Negotiating With Bandits Will Be Prosecuted" -Kaduna Govt Speaks On Abduction
felicilin at 5-04-2021 08:31 AM (16 mins ago) (f) The Kaduna State government has said it never appointed any group or individual to negotiate on its behalf with bandits. The state Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Mr. Samuel Aruwan, who stated this yesterday, warned that anyone caught negotiating with bandits, on government’s behalf would be prosecuted.
EFCC Chairman, Abdulrashid Bawa Called Out By Groups To Arrest Ex-Gov Yari Over N37bn Fraud
felicilin at 5-04-2021 08:43 AM (3 mins ago) (f) A group, Patriots for the Advancement Of Peace and Social Development (PAPSD) has charged the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Abdulrashid Bawa, to arrest and prosecute a former Governor Of Zamfara State, Abdulazeez Yari and his cohorts for alleged diversion of N37.4 billion Promissory Notes being the refund of the rehabilitation of Federal Government roads in the state.
#EndSARS: Senate Says Enough of Police Brutality in Nigeria, Moves for Arrest, Prosecution of Officers Involved in Killings
By Ndubuisi Michaels President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has said that personnel of security agencies involved in the killing of innocent Nigerian citizens must be made to face the full weight of the law.
EXCLUSIVE: Plot To Remove Ibrahim Magu As EFCC Chairman Fails
A high-powered plot to get President Muhammadu Buhari to replace Ibrahim Magu as Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has hit the rocks, THE WHISTLER can authoritatively reveal. The plot involved some prominent and influential persons within and outside the government, a serving state governor in the North East and some former state governors.
Dickson And Diri In Worship Songs To Celebrate Supreme Court Victory
jahlovesme at 26-02-2020 05:05PM (8 mins ago) (5436 | Gistmaniac) Online (m) Seriake Dickson and Douye Diri have been seen singing worship songs to celebrate Supreme Court victory. The apex court affirmed its earlier judgement, dismissed the application for a review filed by the APC and its sacked Governor-elect, David Lyon, insisting that there must be an end to litigation.
WAR BREWING: Fashion Designer, KingRonke Calls Out Lagos Big Girl Tejupretty Again (Screenshot)
felicilin at 26-02-2020 04:59PM (8 mins ago) (8610 | Hero) Online (f) It looks like controversial Lagos slayqueen, #Tejupretty has finally met her match... There is an ongoing drama on snapchat...This morning Teju who is presently in Dubai reacted to a subliminal post by Ronke which reads "the things girls do for travelling ehn and na God go help us ". Although Ronke did not mention any name but Teju who is popularly known for social media fights caught the sub and decided to throw tantrums ...
Governor, Abdullahi Sule Approves Death Penalty For Kidnappers In Nasarawa
jahlovesme at 26-02-2020 04:52PM (10 mins ago) (5435 | Gistmaniac) Online (m) Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa has assented to the law which prescribed death penalty for anyone found indulging in the act of kidnapping in the state. Sule, at an elaborate ceremony on Wednesday in Lafia, signed into law the “Nasarawa State kidnapping Act Prohibition Law 2020” and “Child-Protection Executive Order”.
VIDEO: EFCC Chairman, Ibrahim Magu Insists That Corona Virus Was Created By Corruption
Ibrahim Magu, acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) who recently reveals that corona virus is caused by corruption has insisted he knows what his talking aboutHe further explained what he meant by He said a corrupt scientist is the one who created the corona virus and decided to spread it to other peopleSee Video Below:
Nigerians Attack EFCC Chairman, Ibrahim Magu For Saying Coronavirus Is Caused By Corruption
jahlovesme at 12:51 PM, 19/02/2020 (27 mins ago) (5258 | Gistmaniac) Online (m) The Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Magu, has come under attack for saying he strongly believes coronavirus is caused by corruption. Magu had at the passing out parade of 281 cadets of the EFCC Detective Inspector Course-5, at the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna, on Tuesday said that Corruption is the biggest tragedy to human kind.
"Coronavirus Is Caused By Corruption" - EFCC Boss, Magu Says (VIDEO)
xspraise at 10:59 PM, 18/02/2020 (7 mins ago) (8704 | Hero) Online (m) Ibrahim Magu, acting chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), says he is strongly convinced that corruption is the cause of coronavirus. Magu said this at the passing out parade of 281 cadets of the EFCC Detective Inspector Course-5, at the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna, on Tuesday. Coronavirus, officially named COVID-19, broke out in Wuhan in Hubei province of China in December.
EFCC Pleads With UK: Extradite Alison Madueke, Nigeria Needs Looted Funds
The Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu has revealed that the funds looted by former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Allison-Madueke could be used to keep the nation’s economy rolling, if recovered.
EFCC Boss, Magu Escapes Court’s Sack As Chairman
amasan1 at 07:37 PM, 5/12/2019 (8 mins ago) (4100 | Gistmaniac) Online (m) A Federal High Court in Abuja, on Wednesday, dismissed requests to sack Mr. Ibrahim Magu as the acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, even though it faulted Magu’s unending stay in acting capacity.
"Grow, Don’t Blow" – EFCC Boss, Ibrahim Magu To Nigerian Youths - Gistmania
xspraise at 05:01 PM, 9/11/2019 (23 mins ago) (8241 | Hero) Online (m) EFCC boss, Ibrahim Magu has warned Nigerian youths against taking the fast route to achieve success. Magu said the desperate quest by Nigerian youths to ‘blow’ – the modern slang which according to him, depicts desperation for quick wealth, has pushed many into committing crimes.
FBI-Wanted Cyber Criminals Tracked down - EFCC Boss, Ibrahim Magu Reveals
jahlovesme at 03:26 PM, 1/11/2019 (12 mins ago) (2341 | Gistmaniac) Online (m) EFCC acting chairman, Ibrahim Magu said his agency has been able to track down most of the cyber-criminals declared wanted by the FBI in August. Magu said this today at a meeting with stakeholders as his commission revved up the battle against internet fraudsters and money launderers.
Conflict Enrages Over Ibrahim Magu's Fate As EFCC Chairman
Magu has been working in acting capacity since the eighth Senate declined to clear him as the chairman of the anti-graft body. An intense battle has ensued over Ibrahim Magu’s tenure as Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). A group of politicians and others affected by the aggressive anti-graft drive of the acting EFCC Chairman, are working for the termination of his tenure on November 11.
Fear Of EFCC Beginning Of Wisdom As Govs Cease From Organising Extravagant Parties —Magu - Gistmania
amasan1 at 11:24 PM, 7/10/2019 (31 mins ago) (3490 | Gistmaniac) Online (m) Mr Ibrahim Magu, the acting Chairman, Economic and Financial Crime Commission has alleged that some state governors are afraid of organising flamboyant parties because of the commission. Magu, said on Monday during his working visit to the commission’s zonal office in Makurdi that some of the governors were now maintaining a low profile.
EFCC To Go After NGOs, Doctors Issuing Fake Medical Reports – Ibrahim Magu - Gistmania
bohlah at 10:18 AM, 2/11/2019 (43 mins ago) (23229 | Addicted Hero) Online (m) Ibrahim Magu, the Acting Chairman of #EFCC, has disclosed that the agency will extend its dragnet to medical doctors who issue fake medical reports to people facing prosecution on alleged economic crimes in the country. He said that fake medical reports issued by doctors were also responsible for the prolonging of cases in the courts.
Corruption: Magu Declares War On Defecting Politicians
The Acting Chairman of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu, says politicians defecting from one party to another would not be shielded from prosecution by the anti-graft agency. Speaking during a parley with editors in Lagos on Wednesday, Mr Magu said there is no hiding place for such politicians in the fight against corruption by EFCC.
EFCC To Review Benue Govt’s Security Meetings From 2015-2018
If Wednesday’s submission by the Benue State Government is any indication, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) may have abandoned its primary responsibility to regulate security activities in the state. According to Governor Samuel Ortom’s media aide, Terver Akase, the EFCC has asked the Benue government to make available details of all its security meetings in the state from 2015 to 2018 to the agency. Akase made this revelation to reporters in a statement today.
EFCC Tells Banks, Send Us Names Of 'Unscrupulous Customers’
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has told banks to make available information on customers who owe them huge debt. EFCC acting chairman, Ibrahim Magu, made the call on Thursday while speaking at an interactive session with the Association of Chief Compliance Officers of Banks in Nigeria. In the statement released by Wilson Uwujaren, EFCC spokesman, Magu was quoted as saying that a lot of Nigerian banks are almost collapsing because of “unscrupulous customers”.
EFCC Recovers N216m From ‘Swiss Golden’
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has recovered a total of N216,402,565.05 (Two Hundred and Sixteen Million, Four Hundred and Two Thousand, Five Hundred Sixty Naira, Five Kobo) only from Swiss Golden Investment, an online investment that purportedly deals in buying and selling of Gold Bars.
Ibrahim Magu Named 10th Most Influential Nigerian In 2017
Ibrahim Magu, Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), has been named the tenth most influential Nigerian in 2017. As collected by StatiSense and published in BusinessDay, Magu, alongside President Muhammadu Buhari, his vice, Yemi Osinbajo and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, among others, were named among the ‘50 Most Influential Nigerians in 2017’.
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