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Safiu Kehinde The Executive Chairman of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has lamented over the presence of corrupt staff within the Anti-graft agency. Olukoyede, had, in a New Year Address to members of the agency, yesterday condemned the quest for gratification, bribes, and other compromises by some of its invigilators, while stressing on the need to uphold discipline and integrity. He vowed to take drastic action on any staff of the Commission found wanting. “At this point, I need to strongly reiterate the issue of discipline, integrity and sense of responsibility in the way we do our…
By Halimah Olamide At least, two people have bee reportedly kidnapped after some bandits invaded a military estate in the Kurudu area of the Federal Capital Territory Abuja. The gunmen were said to have invaded the phase 2 area of the Nigerian Army Post-Service Housing estate around 10 pm on Thursday. Residents of the estate are said to be Serving and retired soldiers, as well as civilians. A resident of the estate said gunshots rang for several hours. Thursday’s attack followed series of deadly attacks that have taken place in and around the FCT. Security concerns have heightened in the…
By Kamil Opeyemi Men of the Nigerian Army have on Friday rescued some victims of kidnapping in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Among the rescued victims was a customs officer.
A Legal Practitioner in the ancient city of Ile-Ife, Mr Abayomi Fabunmi, has called on the Federal Government to enact a law against siting petrol and gas stations in communities. Fabunmi gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Friday in Ile-Ife. He said that the havoc caused by Premium Motor Spirit, known as Petrol, kerosene, diesel and Gas on lives and properties was alarming. According to him, town planners should justify their work by doing it right, saying that approving filling stations within the residential premises is bad. “They must know fully that…
•By Halimah Olamide The Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc (AEDC), has partnered with Daystar Power Solutions Limited (Daystar Power), and The Wood Factory Limited (Wood Factory) to provide uninterrupted power in Abuja. According to the circular dated Thursday 18 January 2024, this agreement will pioneer the delivery of its first grid-connected and solar hybrid power solution for commercial and industrial customers in Nigeria. This comes on the heels of the first interconnected mini-grid power solution for communities in Nigeria launched by AEDC and its strategic partners in Toto, Nasarawa State, in November 2023. Under this historic agreement, AEDC will provide 18…
The Supreme Court on Friday affirmed the election of Governor Adedapo Abiodun of Ogun State. A five-member panel of the court, in a unanimous judgment a moment ago, dismissed the appeal by Oladipupo Adebutu, who was the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the last governorship election in Ogun State. Justice Tijjani Abubakar, who read the lead judgment, held that Adebutu and his party failed to prove their case. Justice Abubakar resolved all the issues raised for determination against the appellants and held that the appeal was without merit. He proceeded to dismiss it. More Details…
•By Halimah Olamide The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), has announced it’s move to relocate its corporate headquarters from Abuja to Lagos, its original base. According to a statement signed by the Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Obiageli Orah, it is a directive from the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo. The directive is followed by wide consultations by the new management of FAAN with stakeholders, as well as unions “FAAN wishes to inform Nigerians that following wide consultations by the new Management of FAAN with stakeholders, which also involved the Unions, it was agreed…
By Halimah Olamide A yet to be identified man has been seen slapping an airport official after accusing him of smuggling some substances suspected to be drugs into his luggage. The airport official, seen wearing uniform, was seen knelling down and being questioned by the passenger who was apparently on his way out of the country before he discovered the action of the official. Some other staff of the airport were also seen standing while questioning the man.
Nigeria’s forward, Victor Osimhen has expressed his delight after emerging as the standout player in the thrilling encounter against hosts Cote d’Ivoire on Thursday, securing a 1-0 victory for the Super Eagles. Named Man of the Match, Osimhen shared his elation during a post-match press conference, emphasizing the significance of overcoming the formidable host nation. Following a lackluster 1-1 draw in their opening match against Equatorial Guinea in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria exhibited resilience and determination, clinching a crucial win against Cote d’Ivoire, who were hosting the tournament. The pivotal moment arrived in the 55th minute when…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) on Thursday said that it relocated its corporate headquarters from Abuja to Lagos to reduce expenditures. This is contained in a statement in Abuja, by Mrs Obiageli Orah, Director, Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, FAAN. According to her, Mr Festus Kayamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, gave the order for the relocation, with a view to stopping the waste of public resources and rip-off on the public purse. She said that the FAAN Management with stakeholders, which also involved the Unions, agreed that the action was in the best interest of…