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9May

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

The reasons behind the incarceration of many artists signed to my label’ by Gucci Mane

Gucci Mane, the American rapper and head of 1017 record label, has disclosed the underlying reasons why a significant number of artists under his label are currently in prison. During an appearance on his wife's podcast, 'All Things Keyshia Ka'Oir,' Mane shared insights into why his signees often find themselves entangled in legal troubles. He attributed their situations to underlying issues that usually remain unseen by the public eye. As a former convict himself, Mane believes he is in a unique position to assist these individuals and provide support during their incarceration. Responding to a query posed by the host regarding the frequent legal issues faced by artists under his label, Mane stated, "Well, that was similar to my past experiences with incarceration. I strive to suppor...

9May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Probe Initiated by US Lawmakers into Alleged Bribery of Nigerian Officials by Shell and Eni

In relation to Shell and Eni's 2011 acquisition of the rights to Oil Prospecting Licence, OPL, 245 - one of Nigeria's most profitable oilfields - the United States House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services has made a request to the Department of Justice (DOJ) to reopen the investigation under the Foreign Corruption Practices Act. Lawmakers have presented information suggesting that Shell and Eni were involved in bribing several Nigerian government officials, including former President Goodluck Jonathan, with a total sum of $1.1 billion. As indicated by the legislators, "Both companies are implicated in a scenario where $1.1 billion was paid as bribes to Nigerian government officials, including the then President Goodluck Jonathan. “Shell and Eni, which are both under th...

Kano Police Apprehend Suspect Involved in Killing KEDCO Staff

9May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Kano Police Apprehend Suspect Involved in Killing KEDCO Staff

Authorities in Kano have successfully captured Sadiq Zubairu, aged 35, who stands accused of the murder of Bello Bukar Adam, a 45-year-old staff member of Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO). CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the spokesperson for the Kano State Police Command, reported that a resident of Zawaciki Quarters in Kumbotso LGA, Kano State, informed them that his elder brother, Bello Bukar Adam, a KEDCO staff member from Zawaciki Housing Estate, Kano, went missing after leaving his home with his Toyota Corolla on May 4, 2024. On that same evening, there was a report of a male adult's body found abandoned near the Eastern Bypass in Bechi Village, Kumbotso LGA, Kano State. CSP Kiyawa mentioned that a team led by Divisional Police Officer SP Mustafa Abubakar recovered...

The Call from the Nursing Council for the Establishment of Colleges of Medicine in Rural Areas

9May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

The Call from the Nursing Council for the Establishment of Colleges of Medicine in Rural Areas

Advocating for the presence of Colleges of Medicine in rural communities, the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria stresses the importance of having adequate healthcare professionals to address the country's health challenges. The council highlights that setting up these colleges in rural areas and training professionals within these communities would not only generate interest but also lead to the development of primary, secondary, and tertiary health centers nationwide. During the approval of the College of Medicine Science at the Blessed Martins International Institute of Science and Technology in Ebonyi State's Ikwo Local Area, the Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Council, Dr. Farouk Umar Abubakar, emphasized the significance of this initiative. Dr. Abubakar mention...

Ola Aina Unfazed by Nottingham Forest’s Unsuccessful Deduction Appeal

9May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Sports

Ola Aina Unfazed by Nottingham Forest’s Unsuccessful Deduction Appeal

Nottingham Forest's four-point deduction appeal for violating financial regulations did not bother Ola Aina, as per his recent comments. The charges against Forest were brought in January for exceeding the Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) threshold by £34.5m for the evaluation period ending 2022/23. Nuno Espirito Santo’s team became the second Premier League club to suffer penalties for PSR violations after Everton's 10-point deduction in November, which was later reduced to six after an appeal. Currently positioned 17th, Nottingham Forest is merely three points ahead of the relegation area with just two games left. Aina, however, mentioned that the team's primary focus remains on securing their top-tier status. “I'm not particularly concerned about it, to be honest. Our f...

Rubi Rose’s Revelations About Dating Travis Scott and 21 Savage

9May

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

Rubi Rose’s Revelations About Dating Travis Scott and 21 Savage

In a recent interview with Vlad TV, American rapper Rubi Rose delved into her romantic history, shedding light on her past relationships. She candidly disclosed that she has been romantically involved with fellow artists Travis Scott and 21 Savage in the past. Setting the record straight, the 26-year-old rapper denied any romantic links with Cam Newton, Soulja Boy, and Lil Yachty, clarifying that her interactions with them were purely platonic. Reflecting on her past, Rubi Rose remarked, “I had something with Travis Scott and 21 Savage back in the day. It was a long time ago.” Addressing the rumors about her alleged involvement with Cam Newton, she expressed, “The rumors about Cam Newton were bizarre because I've never even crossed paths with him. There was never any relationship wit...

Court dismisses suit seeking to stop FG from securitising N23tn Ways and Means loan

9May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

Court dismisses suit seeking to stop FG from securitising N23tn Ways and Means loan

On Thursday, the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a lawsuit that aimed to prevent the Federal Government from securitising the N22.7 trillion Ways and Means loan support obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria. In his judgment, Justice James Kolawole Omotosho stated that the plaintiffs did not have the legal standing to bring the case and failed to prove the same even if they did. The plaintiffs, Justin Edim and Akinfenwa Akinwunmi, had named President Bola Tinubu, the Federal Government of Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria, and the Ministry of Finance as the first to fourth defendants in their lawsuit. They also included the Debt Management Office (DMO), the National Assembly, and the Attorney General of the Federation as the fifth to seventh defendants in the su...

Ruling on Lawsuit Halting FG from Securitising N23tn Ways and Means Loan

9May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Ruling on Lawsuit Halting FG from Securitising N23tn Ways and Means Loan

On Thursday, the Federal High Court in Abuja threw out a lawsuit that sought to prevent the Federal Government from securitising the N22.7 trillion Ways and Means loan support provided by the Central Bank of Nigeria. In a judgment, Justice James Kolawole Omotosho dismissed the case on the grounds that the plaintiffs did not have the legal standing to bring the lawsuit. The judge also found that even if they had the standing, they failed to substantiate their claims. The plaintiffs, Justin Edim and Akinfenwa Akinwunmi, named President Bola Tinubu, the Federal Government of Nigeria, the Central Bank of Nigeria, and the Ministry of Finance as the first to fourth defendants in their lawsuit. Among others, the suit with the reference number FHC/ABJ/CS/1286/2023 also listed the Debt Ma...

Joint Naval Drill to Combat Sea Piracy in the Gulf of Guinea

9May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

News

Joint Naval Drill to Combat Sea Piracy in the Gulf of Guinea

Announced by the Nigeria Navy, a joint naval exercise coordinated by the United States Africa Command (US Africom) is set to address the escalating incidents of sea piracy in the Gulf of Guinea (GoG). Rear Adm. Samsom Bura, the Flag Officer Commanding Central Naval Command, disclosed this development at a press briefing aboard the naval warship, NNS Kada, located in Onne, Rivers state. While sea piracy has been eradicated within Nigeria's waters, the issue persists in neighboring GoG countries, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The upcoming operation named 'Obangame Express 2024' aims at bolstering security in the GoG region and promoting cooperation among the navies of regional and allied nations. Initiated by US Africom under the umbrella of the US Naval Forces Africa,...

‘Seun Kuti reveals: My daily pocket money as a pupil exceeded my teacher’s salary’

9May

By Isaac EghosaNo Comments

Entertainment

‘Seun Kuti reveals: My daily pocket money as a pupil exceeded my teacher’s salary’

The late Fela Kuti, a pioneer of Afrobeat, was remembered by his son, Grammy-nominated singer Seun Kuti, for his philanthropic spirit that left no inheritance. Seun Kuti reflected on his childhood, highlighting how his daily allowance as a pupil surpassed that of his teacher, attributing his lack of inheritance to his father's charitable actions. He shared that Fela Kuti supported approximately 1000 individuals in his Kalakuta commune before his passing. Delivering his message through an Instagram video, Kuti remarked, "When Fela was at the peak of his music career in Nigeria, our household accommodated around 500 people. Fela utilized the inheritance I was supposed to receive to provide for others." "Every individual at Kalakuta received daily stipends and weekly salaries, both at Ka...