Author: Elizabeth Jenrola Oso

Two members of the Lagos State Task Force have been dismissed for allegedly stealing mobile handsets during a raid. Announcing the development, the task force spokesperson, Abdulraheem Gbadeyan, identified the two dismissed officers as Fatai Yusuf (42) and Hammed Garuba (38). Gbadeyan said the officials stole phones during an operation conducted at a hotel in Gowon Estate. He said the integrity of the raid was compromised by the actions of the two officials whose misconduct was captured on closed circuit television (CCTV). He said, “Both individuals, serving as paramilitary officers within the agency, were subjected to a meticulous investigation by…

President Bola Tinubu has approved funds for the immediate take-off of the UNESCO Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Institute. Information Minister, Mohammed Idris, made the announcement in France, during a meeting with Tawfik Jelassi, the Assistant Director-General for Communication and Information of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The meeting held on the sidelines of Tinubu’s visit to France. Idris said, “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been very supportive of the take-off process, and has approved the release of all funds required for the immediate operationalization of the Institute, which will be located in the Federal Capital…

A Federal High Court in Lagos has dismissed a fundamental rights suit filed by Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, popularly known as Bobrisky, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bobrisky had sought N200 million from the EFCC for “psychotic trauma” and demanded N1 billion from the National Assembly for the “violation of his right to a fair hearing.” He also urged the court to restrain the EFCC and the National Assembly from “harassing, detaining, or declaring him wanted.” Bobrisky has been embroiled in controversy after social media influencer, Martins Otse leaked an audio recording alleging that he paid the EFCC…

The Defence Security Cooperation Agency has announced that the government of the United States (US) has given approval to the proposed sale of spare parts for fighter jets and radar systems, as well as communications equipment, to Taiwan in deals valued at $385 million, a US agency said Friday. According to the report, though the government does not have official diplomatic relations with Taipei, it remains the island’s most important backer and biggest arms supplier. The proposed sale of the F-16 and radar system parts consists of equipment in existing US military stocks and was worth an estimated $320 million,…

Nigerian singer and record producer, Larry Gaaga has reportedly welcomed his first child with his Kenyan girlfriend, sparking widespread excitement and speculation among fans. Entertainment blogger Cutie Juls broke the news, though details about the baby’s gender or birth specifics remain undisclosed, keeping fans eager for more updates. This joyous milestone marks a significant moment for Larry Gaga and his partner as they embrace parenthood. The news of this joyous occasion was disseminated by entertainment gossip blogger Cutie Juls, who did not disclose any specifics regarding the baby’s gender or the circumstances of the birth, thus leaving fans eager for…

Leicester City officially announced Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new manager on Friday, marking a swift transition following his recent exit from Manchester United. The Dutch tactician parted ways with United earlier this month after a brief tenure as interim manager and a prior stint as Erik ten Hag’s assistant. His move to Leicester comes on the heels of Steve Cooper’s dismissal on Sunday, following a poor run of form that saw the Foxes languishing in 16th place in the Premier League, just one point above the relegation zone. Van Nistelrooy now faces the challenging task of reviving Leicester’s season…

Prince Johnson, a former Liberian warlord notorious for his role in the country’s brutal civil wars, passed away at the age of 72. His death, caused by complications from high blood pressure, was confirmed by his family spokesperson, Wilfred Bangura.Johnson gained global infamy for his involvement in the torture and execution of former Liberian President Samuel Doe in 1990, an incident gruesomely captured on video. In the footage, Johnson is seen drinking beer and watching as his men mutilated Doe, slicing off his ear before killing him. The video became one of the most harrowing symbols of the atrocities committed…

Enzo Maresca does not believe his Chelsea side are in the Premier League title race despite an impressive start to the season in his first campaign at Stamford Bridge. Victory over Aston Villa on Sunday would be a seventh in 13 league games under the Italian, who was appointed as Mauricio Pochettino’s successor in June. Ahead of the weekend action, Chelsea were third in the table, level on 22 points with Arsenal and Brighton, a point behind Manchester City and nine points adrift of leaders Liverpool. Chelsea are in the hunt to return to the Champions League after two seasons…

An Arizona produce company is recalling whole cucumbers distributed in 26 states and Canada because they could contain salmonella. In a filing posted by the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday, SunFed said the recalled cucumbers were sold between Oct. 12 and Nov. 26 and are being pulled from store shelves over possible contamination by the bacteria. Salmonella can cause fatal infections in young children, elderly people or other individuals with weakened immune systems. The recall applies to all sizes of SunFed whole, fresh cucumbers. The produce came packaged in bulk cardboard containers with a “SunFed” label, or could also…

The remains of a World War II airman were identified 80 years after his plane was shot down during a bombing mission in Germany, military officials said this week. In the spring of 1944, U.S. Army Air Force Tech. Sgt. Sanford G. Roy, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, was assigned to the 732nd Bombardment Squadron in the European Theater, according to a news release from the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency. Roy and several other airmen were aboard the B-24H Liberator “Little Joe” on a bombing mission to Brunswick, Germany on April 8. The plane was shot down by German forces and other…