Minister of Education’s Phone Hacked, As He Warns
The Federal Ministry of Education confirmed that Professor Tahir Mamman’s phone line has been hacked. The ministry’s spokesperson, Boriowo Folasade, announced this after Mamman issued a disclaimer on his X handle, warning people to ignore messages requesting assistance. The hackers are already using the line, and the ministry advises the public to disregard any requests […]
Tunisian Presidential Candidate Ayachi Zammel Jailed Ahead of Election over Certificate Forgery
A Tunisian court has sentenced presidential candidate Ayachi Zammel to six months in prison for using fraudulent certificates, state-run TAP news agency reports. Zammel’s lawyer, Abdessattar Massoudi, slammed the ruling as a politically motivated attempt to derail his client’s election bid. “This unjust verdict aims to weaken Ayachi Zammel’s chances,” Massoudi said. This development comes […]
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello’s Media Office Criticizes EFCC’s Actions
The media office of former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of conducting a politically motivated “hatchet job” against him. The criticism follows the EFCC’s recent declaration of Bello as wanted, which generated significant media attention. Bello voluntarily presented himself at the EFCC headquarters but was released […]
Akwa Ibom’s first lady, Umo Eno, Passes Away
The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced the death of First Lady Patience Umo Eno, wife of Governor Pastor Umo Eno. According to State Commissioner for Information Ini Ememobong, Mrs. Eno passed away on September 26, 2024, after battling an illness. She died peacefully at a hospital, surrounded by her family. The government and family […]
New York City Mayor Eric Adams Indicted on Wire Fraud and Bribery Charges
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on five criminal charges, including wire fraud, bribery, and soliciting illegal foreign campaign donations. The 57-page indictment, unsealed following an FBI raid on his residence on Thursday, outlines the charges, which stem from an investigation into whether Adams’ campaign received unlawful foreign donations from Turkey. The […]
House of Representatives Investigates EFCC, NCS Over Bribery Allegations
The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into bribery allegations against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS). Social media influencer Martins Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, alleged that the EFCC dropped money laundering charges against Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, after receiving N15 million. Representative Patrick […]
EFCC Files 16 New Charges Against Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed 16 fresh charges against Yahaya Bello, former Kogi State Governor, at an FCT High Court. The charges allege fraud totaling N110.4 billion. Bello, alongside Umar Shuaibu Oricha and Abdulsalam Hudu, allegedly conspired to misappropriate public funds in 2016. This follows Bello’s absence at a Federal High […]
Carabao Cup Fourth-Round Draw Announced
The Carabao Cup fourth-round draw has been revealed, featuring the following fixtures: Tottenham vs. Manchester City Brighton vs. Liverpool Manchester United vs. Leicester Preston vs. Arsenal Brentford vs. Sheffield Wednesday Southampton vs. Stoke Aston Villa vs. Crystal Palace Newcastle United will face AFC Wimbledon in a rescheduled matchup, with the winner hosting Chelsea. The Newcastle […]
Nigerian Government Increases NYSC Monthly Allowance to N77, 000
The Nigerian government has increased the monthly allowance for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members to ₦77,000, effective July 2024. This adjustment aligns with the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024, which raised the national minimum wage to ₦70,000. NYSC spokesperson Caroline Embu confirmed the increase, citing a letter from the National Salaries, Incomes and […]
Senate confirms Kekere-Ekun as CJN
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally nominated Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun for confirmation as the substantive Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), currently serving in an acting capacity. In a letter read during Tuesday’s plenary session by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu invoked Section 231(1) of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution, which empowers the President to appoint […]