The Forensic Audit Investigation Committee, constituted by Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia, has directed three former vice chairmen of Lobi Stars Football Club to refund ₦2.445 billion to the club’s coffers. The directive follows an investigation into the income and expenditure of the club between January 2020 and September 2024. The committee, led by San-Chir-Igba Donatus, was inaugurated on October 7, 2024, to examine the financial records of the club, review handover notes from the outgoing board, and provide recommendations for improved management. According to a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Tersoo Kula, the committee’s White…
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Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved the appointment of Prince Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo. The announcement was made on Friday in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, who disclosed that Owoade’s selection followed extensive consultations and traditional divinations by the Oyomesi, the council of kingmakers in Oyo. “Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade has been recommended by the Oyomesi after thorough consultations and divinations, and his appointment has been approved by Governor Seyi Makinde as the new Alaafin of Oyo,” the statement read. Ademola Ojo, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the Department of State Services (DSS) permission to detain 10 suspected terrorists for 60 days as investigations into their activities continue. The suspects were allegedly planning to establish a Boko Haram/ISWAP cell in Osun State. In his ruling, Justice Emeka Nwite described the DSS’s application as meritorious. “An order is hereby made enabling the State Security Service (aka DSS) to detain the respondents for sixty (60) days pending the conclusion of the investigation,” he stated. The case was adjourned to March 3 for mention. The suspects, arrested on December 16, 2024, in…
The recently dismissed Secretary to the Kano State Government, Abdullahi Bichi, has warned of an impending revelation about political betrayals within the state. In a viral video circulating on social media, Bichi claimed to possess documented evidence—including written, audio, and video records—against unnamed individuals. Addressing his supporters, he said, “I’m glad I ended my tenure peacefully. “This is not the right time to speak, but at the appropriate moment, we will expose them, so people understand their true nature.” He further described these individuals as untrustworthy and deceptive, stating, “They only know betrayal and treachery. They are not to be…
Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, commonly known as Sunday Igboho, has expressed his belief that many Nigerians no longer take pride in being citizens of the country. In a video shared online on Thursday, Igboho, who was at an airport in the United Kingdom, pointed to issues like corruption, insecurity, and economic struggles as the key reasons behind the growing lack of patriotism. Igboho, a known separatist figure, argued that if Nigeria continues to be unable to function as a unified nation, it may be better for different ethnic groups to separate and pursue their own paths. He stated that…
A 42-year-old man, Ogundare Anuoluwapo, was on Thursday brought before the Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ado-Ekiti, charged with sexually harassing his neighbor’s wife. Anuoluwapo, whose address was not disclosed, denied the allegations when he appeared in court. Sgt. Alice Ojo, the prosecutor, informed the court that the incident occurred on December 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in Ado-Ekiti. Ojo stated that Anuoluwapo persistently made sexual advances toward the complainant, Esther Sikiru, and even threatened her during his inappropriate conduct. The charges against Anuoluwapo were said to violate Section 270(1) & (2) of the Criminal Law of Ekiti State, 2021. The…
The Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has adjourned the trial of Mukaila Lamidi, also known as Auxiliary, to January 22, following objections raised by the defense counsel. On Thursday, the defense lawyer, Mr. Olalekan Ojo, objected to the inclusion of Insp. Innocent Agede, a member of the Command Monitoring Unit in Eleyele, Ibadan, as a prosecuting witness. Ojo argued that the prosecution had failed to serve him with the witness’s statement summary, as required by Section 380(iii) of the Oyo State 2016 Administration of Criminal Justice Law. Ojo further noted that he should have received all relevant materials, including…
A violent confrontation erupted on Thursday in Ado-Ekiti between members of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) and commercial motorcyclists, popularly known as Okada riders, following the alleged death of a ticketing officer. The clash, which lasted for nearly two hours, involved the use of dangerous weapons such as knives and cutlasses, leaving several individuals injured. According to an eyewitness who requested anonymity, the altercation began when the Okada riders accused OPC members of being responsible for the death of their ticketing officer. The incident reportedly took place near the OPC office in the Atikankan area of Ado-Ekiti, a location known…
The Lagos State Police Command has arraigned a 45-year-old teacher, Stella Nwadigbo, on charges of indecent treatment and assault of a child. The development was confirmed in a statement issued by the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, on Thursday. According to the statement, Nwadigbo was arraigned at Magistrate Court 1, Ogba, on January 9, 2025. She was caught on video allegedly assaulting a three-year-old pupil at a primary school in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State. The police revealed that after receiving the viral video, the Family Support Unit of the Ikorodu Police Division swiftly arrested…
Chijioke Ihunwo, Chairman of Obio-Akpor Local Government Area in Rivers State, has appointed 130 special assistants, marking his second wave of such appointments in just six months. Ihunwo announced the appointments on Wednesday via a post on X (formerly Twitter), listing Helen Nyekwere, Josephine Wogu, Daisy Worgu, Wagwu Hilda, Ogbonna Stella, Goodness Ogbonna, and Grace Amadi among the newly appointed individuals. “I congratulate them and urge them to serve diligently in the interest of Obio/Akpor local government. Their appointments take immediate effect,” Ihunwo stated. This follows his earlier appointment of 100 special assistants in July 2024 during his tenure as…