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PORTABLE ARRESTED BY POLICE OVER UNPAID G-WAGON DEBT

14May

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

PORTABLE ARRESTED BY POLICE OVER UNPAID G-WAGON DEBT

Popular musician Habeeb Okikiola, also known as Portable, has been apprehended by the Lagos State Police Command. Reports suggest that the controversial singer was taken into custody on Tuesday due to his alleged failure to settle the debt he owed after purchasing a G-Wagon from a car dealer in Lagos. It is reported that Portable had only paid N13 million of the N27 million total for the vehicle and refused to pay the remaining N14 million. The car dealer eventually involved the police, which resulted in the singer's arrest. Upon reaching out to the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, for comment, he confirmed the arrest, simply stating, "The report is accurate. He was detained today."

‘Peter Obi speaks on the crucial role of an impartial judiciary’

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

‘Peter Obi speaks on the crucial role of an impartial judiciary’

An advocate for the sanctity of the legal system, during the Justice Anthony Aniagolu’s Memorial Lecture at Godfrey Okoye University in Enugu, Mr Peter Obi expressed his belief in the critical role of an unbiased judiciary in upholding justice. Reflecting on his past experience, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the upcoming 2023 general election shared how he had personally benefited from the integrity of incorruptible judges. Recalling a tumultuous electoral dispute in Anambra State, Obi revealed, "I endured a prolonged legal battle where justice prevailed in my favor, despite facing challenges along the way." Highlighting the significance of independent adjudicators, he emphasized, "The judiciary played a pivotal role in restoring my mandate and upholding the rule of...

Bureau de Change Operators Anticipate CBN’s Intervention Amid Naira Depreciation

14May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

Bureau de Change Operators Anticipate CBN’s Intervention Amid Naira Depreciation

For the second consecutive week, Bureau De Change (BDC) operators, eagerly await the intervention of the Central Bank of Nigeria to address the continued depreciation of the Naira. According to FMDQ data, the Naira fell to N1520.40 against the US Dollar on Tuesday, down from N1478.11. This signifies a depreciation of N42.29 against the Dollar in the official market when compared to the N1478.11 rate on Monday. Similarly, in the parallel market, the Naira declined to N1520 per Dollar on Tuesday, a drop from N1500 the day before. The data indicates a marginal difference of N0.40 between the official and parallel foreign exchange markets on Tuesday. Addressing the situation, Mistila Dayyabu, a BDC operator at Wuse Zone 4, emphasized the urgency for the Central Bank to inject mor...

Nigeria’s Plan for Additional 90,000km Fiber Optic Cables to Boost Telcos Services

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Nigeria’s Plan for Additional 90,000km Fiber Optic Cables to Boost Telcos Services

Announcing a strategic move, the Nigerian Federal Government revealed its intention to launch a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) dedicated to deploying an extra 90,000 kilometers of fiber optic cable. This initiative aims to enhance the country's existing connectivity infrastructure and ensure universal internet access nationwide. During a recent meeting, Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Tijani Bosun, disclosed that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has granted approval for this project. In addition to the fiber optic expansion, the FEC also sanctioned the establishment of the Nigeria Startup House in San Francisco. These two initiatives are poised to capture the interest of local tech ecosystem stakeholders and investors, signaling the government's str...

Tinubu Puts Hold on 0.5% Cybersecurity Levy

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Tinubu Puts Hold on 0.5% Cybersecurity Levy

Central Bank of Nigeria has been directed by President Bola Tinubu to suspend the enforcement of the 0.5% cybersecurity levy. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this development on Tuesday. Speaking to State House correspondents, Idris mentioned that the order to suspend the levy came after discussions among members of the Federal Executive Council, FEC.

EFCC brings two individuals to court for N12.9m fraud in Maiduguri

14May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

EFCC brings two individuals to court for N12.9m fraud in Maiduguri

Charged by the Maiduguri Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Babakura Muhammad Nur and Kaltum Mustapha face allegations of criminal misappropriation amounting to N12,950,000. Appearing separately on Monday before Justice Aisha Kumaliya of the Borno State High Court, they were accused of criminal misappropriation and cheating. The charge against Nur states that he allegedly misappropriated and utilized N11,600,000 meant for foodstuffs belonging to Alhaji Usman Mohammed, breaching sections 308 and 309 of the Penal Code Laws of Borno State. Mustapha, on the other hand, is accused of dishonestly inducing individuals to deliver N1,350,000 for the supply of therapeutic packages, an act punishable by the Penal Code of Borno State. Both defendants pleaded "not guilt...

ALERT: Benue community under attack by suspected Fulani herdsmen

14May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

ALERT: Benue community under attack by suspected Fulani herdsmen

Reports indicate that Ogbaulu community in Agatu LGA of Benue State is currently under siege by suspected armed Fulani herdsmen. On Friday, May 3, 2024, unidentified gunmen believed to be Fulani ambushed and murdered three farmers in the same area. The individuals tragically lost in the attack were Edoh Alhassan, Echewija Edoh, and Simon Emmanuel. As of the latest update, there is an intense exchange of gunfire underway at Ogbaulu Market Square.

Ogun State Assembly Passes Resolution Regarding Soyinka Train Station Road

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Ogun State Assembly Passes Resolution Regarding Soyinka Train Station Road

In a recent session, the Ogun State House of Assembly unanimously passed a resolution urging the state government to initiate repairs on the Kemta-Olokuta-Idi-Aba road. The motion was proposed by Adeyanju Adegoke and endorsed by Olakunle Sobukanla during the plenary session on Tuesday, under the leadership of Speaker Oludaisi Elemide. Earlier, Governor had explained that the reconstruction of the road leading to the train station is pending pending Federal Government's approval. In his argument for the resolution, Adeyanju highlighted the deteriorating state of the road, exacerbated by frequent flooding, rendering it almost inaccessible to vehicles, with only commercial motorcyclists able to traverse its length. Various lawmakers, including Damilola Soneye, Odunuga Kaka, Oyedele Adebi...

Highlights of Harry and Meghan’s Visit to The Delborough Lagos Hosted by Dr. Stanley

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Highlights of Harry and Meghan’s Visit to The Delborough Lagos Hosted by Dr. Stanley

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were warmly welcomed by 'The Delborough Lagos' CEO, Dr. Uzochukwu Stanley and other notable Nigerians during their private 3-day visit to Nigeria, as reported by CNN. An intriguing moment during the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s inaugural visit to Nigeria in Africa was Meghan being crowned as the African Princess. Dr. Stanley played the role of host at the esteemed Delborough Hotel in Lagos, where elite members of Nigerian society gathered to greet the couple. Meghan was honored with royal titles by influential traditional rulers from both Eastern and Western Nigeria. The Duchess was bestowed with the chieftaincy title "Ada Mazi" by the Obi of Onitsha, His Majesty Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Ugochukwu Achebe, signifying "the daughter of the Igbo ancestral palace....

Compulsory Use of Life Jackets on Anambra Waterways Ordered by Jr Pope

14May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Compulsory Use of Life Jackets on Anambra Waterways Ordered by Jr Pope

Life jackets are now mandated for use on waterways in Anambra State following a motion passed by the Anambra House of Assembly on Tuesday. The motion, brought forward during plenary under Matters of Urgent Public Importance by Mr. Ikenna Ofodeme, the Majority Leader and representative of Ekwusigo constituency, emphasized the importance of this safety measure due to previous incidents where lives were lost due to the absence of life jackets. Mr. Ofodeme stressed that without regulations enforcing the use of life jackets, both passengers and boat operators faced significant risks on waterways. “The 1999 Constitution's Section 14 (2) (b) highlights the government's duty to protect life and property, making it essential for us to prioritize the safety of those using water transportation,” ...