Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello appealed to President Bola Tinubu on September 25, urging intervention in his ongoing dispute with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The EFCC has accused Bello of money laundering, breach of trust, and misappropriation, with allegations totaling N80.2 billion. In a statement released by Ohiare Michael, Director of the Yahaya Bello Media Office, the former governor claimed that the EFCC’s actions were intended…

The Federal Government has announced that the implementation of the new minimum wage will begin on July 29, 2024, as confirmed by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC). Chairman Ekpo Nta made this statement during a press briefing on Tuesday, September 24. Nta clarified that this date corresponds with the President’s approval of the wage bill, following its passage by the National Assembly. This announcement comes in contrast…

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has called for an urgent and thorough investigation into the alleged ₦15 million bribe Bobrisky allegedly paid to some officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to drop money laundering charges against him. Social media influencer Martin ‘VeryDarkMan’ Otse recently posted a leaked audio on his Instagram page, in which Bobrisky, whose real name is Idris Okuneye, allegedly claimed that EFCC officials accepted…

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has ordered a thorough and unconditional investigation into allegations of bribery and corruption within the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS). In a statement signed by his Senior Adviser on Media and Publicity, Babatunde Alao, the Minister strongly condemned the reported misconduct. He emphasized that any form of indiscipline, unprofessionalism, or corruption within the paramilitary services under the Ministry’s jurisdiction will be met with zero tolerance…

The Federal Executive Council has proposed an amendment to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act No. 23, 2007, requiring foreigners residing in Nigeria to obtain a National Identity Number (NIN). On August 25, 2024, the Federal Executive Council introduced an Economic Stabilisation Bill, which includes a tax for foreigners living and working in the country. The proposed laws aim to “expand the scope of registrable persons to include foreigners…

A few days after she was finally disengaged from the Nigerian Army, Private Ruth Ogunleye, who was relieved from service after accusing a senior officer, Colonel I.B. Abdulkareem of sexual harassment, has told the Army authorities to publish the outcome of its investigation into the matter.Reacting to her discharge from service on her TikTok account on Wednesday, Ogunleye expressed gratitude to the Army but pleaded for the outcome of the…

Ekiti State Government has issued a strong directive to local government chairmen, urging them to take immediate and decisive action to bolster security in their respective areas. The call for heightened security measures comes after several kidnapping incidents, including a deadly attack earlier this month. Brig. Gen. Ebenezer Ogundana (retd), Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters and Chairman of the State Security and Intelligence Committee, made the appeal…

The Federal Government (FG) has approved an increase in the monthly allowance for corps members to seventy-seven thousand Naira (N77,000), effective from July 2024.  This decision aligns with the provisions of the newly enacted National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024. The approval was communicated through a letter from the National Salaries, Incomes, and Wages Commission, dated September 25, 2024, and signed by its Chairman, Mr. Ekpo Nta. Earlier, the Director…

Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé will be absent for this weekend’s highly anticipated La Liga derby against Atlético Madrid due to a thigh injury. The injury, which occurred during the team’s recent 3-2 victory over Alavés, has sidelined the French superstar for an estimated three weeks. Mbappé, who has been in impressive form this season with five goals in seven league matches, was substituted during the Alavés match, raising immediate concerns…

Kudirat Kekere-Ekun has been officially confirmed as the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) by the Senate. Her confirmation was announced on Wednesday, September 25, following a rigorous two-hour question-and-answer session with senators. Kekere-Ekun, who is the highest-ranking justice of the Supreme Court, becomes the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria. She has been serving in the role on an acting basis since August, demonstrating her leadership during this interim period. During…

The Take It Back Movement (TIB) has suggested a virtual meeting with the Lagos State Police Command in light of logistical challenges that would impede an in-person discussion. This proposal follows an invitation from the police to key members of TIB to meet with the new Commissioner of Police, Olanrewaju Ishola, regarding pressing national issues. In a letter sent to Assistant Commissioner of Police Jaiyeoba Joseph on Wednesday, the group’s…

As Americans prepare to head to the polls on November 5, the presidential race has taken an unexpected turn following President Joe Biden’s withdrawal in July, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor. This shift has set the stage for a potential historic election will the United States elect its first woman president, or will Donald Trump secure a second term? National Polling Averages Recent national polling averages show…