From Ahmed Muhammed Danasabe, Lokoja The former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has dragged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to the Supreme Court after being declared wanted. Bello faces a 19-count charge related to an alleged N80.2 billion money laundering scheme. He was scheduled to appear in the Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday for his arraignment. However, when the case was called, his legal team, led by Mr. A. M. Adoyi, informed Justice Emeka Nwite about the pending appeal at the Supreme Court, noting that an affidavit had been filed on September 23. Adoyi stated…
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From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu In a continued effort to provide relief to flood victims in Yobe State, the state Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, has announced that over N80 million in cash stimulus, food, and non-food items will be distributed to 536 households in Geidam Local Government Area (LGA), of the state. The relief aid, which is part of the government’s response to the devastating floods that have affected many parts of the state, will be distributed to registered flood victims from Geidam LGA. The distribution will be based on the severity of the impact, availability of resources, and…
From Mustapha Saye, Kaduna Kachalla Tukur Sharme, the mastermind behind the kidnapping of 121 students from Bethel Baptist High School in Kujama, has been eliminated. Sharme’s death brings relief to Kaduna residents, as security forces intensify the hunt for fleeing gang members In a statement issued by Samuel Aruwan, Overseeing Commissioner of the Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Sharme’s death occurred during a fierce gun battle at ‘Hambakko’ in Rijana and Kaso Forests. “Sharme’s gang was responsible for numerous attacks, killings, and kidnappings in Millennium City, Maraban Rido, Kujama, Kajuru, Maro, and surrounding villages,” Aruwan stated. The statement…
From Joseph Asegba, Jalingo In humanitarian support, General T Y Danjuma rtd. has donated N1 billion to the Borno state government over the recent flood disaster that ravaged Maiduguri city. The donation is a remarkable act of philanthropy to aid the victims of the devastating floods in Maiduguri, Borno State. The flood had displaced thousands of residents and caused severe damage to homes and infrastructure, leaving many in urgent need of assistance. The Army General who’s known for his generous contributions to humanitarian causes, expressed deep concern for the victims and emphasized the importance of supporting communities during such crises. “What…
By Rabiu Sanusi Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Tuesday received 30 members of opposition parties who decamped to the ruling New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) after dumping their political platforms. The decampees include top-ranking members who contested various elective positions in the 2023 general elections in Kano under the platforms Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) and National Rescue Movement (NRM). A statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, said the former opposition members were warmly embraced by NNPP at a special occasion held at Africa House, Government House, Kano. In their separate declaration, the leaders of the two opposition…
From Muawuya Bala Idris, Katsina Katsina State Government has honoured 14 civil servants for their outstanding performance in the state civil service. Our correspondent reports that the honour coincides with the 37th anniversary of the creation of Katsina state. Out of the figure, 10 civil servants were given N2million each while four received cars Speaking at the occasion held at the government house, Governor Dikko Umar Radda reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to improve the welfare of civil servants in the state. Radda said the government resolved to honour outstanding civil servants as motivation for better service for the…
From Musa Muhammad Kutama, Calabar The Cross River State Government has come under increasing pressure to address the plight of workers at the Obudu Mountain Resort (OMR), who have been left unpaid for over a year. Despite numerous pleas and petitions, the workers’ salaries, wages, and allowances remain outstanding. According to documents obtained by our correspondent, the workers’ petitions were officially received by the office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) on May 14, 2024. However, no concrete action has been taken to resolve their grievances. The petition, dated May 10, 2024, revealed that the workers have not…
By Ahmad Nas Corruption is certainly not a new phenomenon in Nigeria. Rather, it has long been an intrinsic element of Nigerian society affecting virtually all spheres of the West African country. Anecdotal evidence indicates that corruption is culturally acceptable because members of the family, tribe or ethnic group benefit from an individual’s ill-gotten gains. To highlight the importance of anti-corruption for socio-economic growth — which is being raised globally — the anti-graft agency; EFCC, has arrested, detained and even prosecuted some public office holders including formers governors, ministers managing directors and many other public officials. Unfulfilled promises and disappointed…
By Ahmad Ibrahim Maru Respectfully Sir, I hope this message will reach you in good health. To start with, I will begin with deep prayer for God intervention in the overall affairs of the state most especially for peace and security to be restored in our beloved state which i believe is the aspiration of every citizen in the state. Sir, as i believe you are passionate about the progress and prosperity of the state over the past years which have earned you so much trust from the people. To this effect, I will like to on behalf of the…
From Atiku Sarki, Abuja The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) and National Productivity Centre (NPC) have agreed to partner and work together to enhance service delivery to the exporting community through capacity building for Trade Promotion Officers. In a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by the Head, Corporate Communications of the NEPC, Mr. Ndubueze Okeke said the agreement was made by the Executive Director/CEO of NEPC, Nonye Ayeni while receiving the Director General of NPC, Mr. Baffa Dan Agundi in her office in Abuja. According to Ayeni “We are committed to working with relevant stakeholders to achieve our mandate…