Man, 26, docked over alleged breach of peace
A 26-year-old man, Michael Ojadeni, on Monday appeared before an Ota Magistrates’ Court in Ogun, over alleged breach of peace. Ojadeni, whose address was not provided, is facing a charge of breach of peace, to which he pleaded not guilty. The Prosecutor, ASP E.O. Adaraloye, told the court that the defendant committed the offence […]
Alaafin vs Ooni: Sheath your swords, protect Yoruba race, ex-Nigerite Chairman urges
A former Chairman of Nigerite Ltd., Prof. Yemi Oladimeji, has urged Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem, and Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, to work together to protect the Yoruba race. In a statement on Monday in Osogbo, Oladimeji also appealed to both traditional rulers “to sheath swords and abandon egoistical interests”. According […]
FRSC intensifies enforcement against errant commercial drivers
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has sustained enforcement/public enlightenment to curb lawlessness among commercial drivers who stop indiscriminately to pick passengers, thereby endangering the lives of pedestrians and road users. The Corps Public Education Officer (CPEO), Olusegun Ogungbemide, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in […]
Lebara, new telcom firm launches in Nigeria, Tinubu lauds effort
A new telecommunication firm Lebara Nigeria has joined the sector in the country. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent a message of congratulation to the promoters of the company. He described it as a milestone and a strong vote of confidence in Nigeria’s digital economy and its future as a leading technology and investment […]
Tinubu, wife salute Adeboye at 84
President Bola Tinunu and his wife Senator Oluremi have felicitated with the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye on his 84th birthday. The president in a personally signed statement paid glowing tribute to the respected Christian leader for his tenacity and spiritual guidance. In the tribute wrote” […]
Education is key to Tinubu administration, Gbajabiamila declares
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to education, describing it as one of the strongest pillars of the current administration. The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, made the affirmation when the leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) paid a courtesy call on him on Friday in the […]
Alleged London property fraud: Court admits Ozekhome, one other to N10m bail
An Abuja High Court FCT, on Friday admitted Mike Ozekhome, (SAN) and Ponfa Useni to bail in sum of N10million each in the alleged London property fraud. They office of the Attorney General of the Federation (OAGF) dragged Ozekhome and Ponfa to court on a-12-count -charge bordering on forgery. The Federal Government on Tuesday […]
Electronic transmission of results key to electoral integrity, says Igini
A former Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Mr Mike Igini, has stressed the need for Nigeria to fully embrace electronic transmission of election results as a critical safeguard for electoral integrity and democratic accountability. Igini stated this while delivering a keynote address at a Yiaga Africa roundtable, themed: “Electronic Transmission and Electoral Integrity: Safeguarding the […]
Court quashes Malami’s bail, to be held in Kuje
The trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, continued on Friday, as a Federal High Court in Abuja ruled that his earlier bail no longer stands following the reassignment of his case. According to the court, since the matter had commenced afresh before it, all previous proceedings — including the bail granted […]
