Author: Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide Holds a degree in History and Education. She also holds professional certificates in graphics and passionate about reporting issues of politics, economy, and gender
Agency Report The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) are facing a probe panel for their alleged role in the congestion of custodial facilities across the country. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the panel investigating the alleged corruption and other violations in the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) had been told that the Police and the NDLEA contributed to prison congestion. Briefing the media at the ongoing second public hearing, Secretary of the panel, Dr. Uju Agomoh, explained that the NPF faced accusations of detaining individuals beyond the constitutional limit without trial.…
Following its recent increase in DStv and GOtv subscription rates, the Federal High Court in Abuja, has on Wednesday, restrained the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) from sanctioning MultiChoice Nigeria Limited. Justice James Omotosho gave the order after an ex-parte motion moved by Moyosore Onigbanjo, SAN, counsel to MultiChoice. Justice Omotosho, in the motion marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/379/2025, ordered FCCPC not to take “any administrative steps” against the pay-Tv company. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the FCCPC had summoned MultiChoice Nigeria Ltd to provide explanations regarding the March 1 price review of its packages. The commission directed…
Says Fire Scene is Secured The Spokesperson of the Lagos State Police Command, Benjamin Hundeyin, has clarified that the fire which resulted from a tanker accident did not occur on Otedola Bridge as widely reported. He made the announcement via his X page, in response to the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Services’ alert. Recall that NPO had observed that the fire had taken over most part of the bridge leading to the CMD Road and nearby Otedola Housing Estate . Hundeyin stated that the fire has now been put off and there is also free flow of traffic on…
The International Writers Association (IWA International) has joined the global literary community in mourning the loss of the legendary South African playwright, novelist, and director, Harold Athol Lanigan Fugard. Fugard passed away on March 8, 2025, at the age of 92 He was widely regarded as one of the greatest playwrights of the 20th century who left behind a lasting legacy of courage, activism, and groundbreaking theatre. In a statement issued by the Acting President of the IWA, Wole Adedoyin, the association expressed profound sorrow over Fugard’s death, reflecting on his remarkable contribution to world literature and theatre. “Athol Fugard’s…
By Abiodun Kolawole My dear Muda (I opt to call you this because it reminds me of your Agege’base) , I am sure you will be wondering why I chose to reach you through this medium. The truth is that I cannot think of any other means to get your attention other than this. With the current battle to save your political career, it is certain that getting to have a decent conversation with you over dinner may not be feasible, at least for now. There comes a time in every man’s life when the Truth will matter; he will…
Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Nengi, has announced the birth of her baby girl. She took to her instagram page on Sunday to announce the news of her baby who was born on February 21. The former beauty queen also shared some images through her pregnancy journey as well as an heartwarming video of her holding her baby. ‘”The purest form of love. “I received the most precious gift on 21-02. “My greatest blessing, my heart in human form, my purpose. “God knew I needed you my baby. “I love you more than words could ever explain, It’s us forever.”…
Agency Report The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said it secured a record-breaking 4,111 convictions in 2024. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that this information is based on the EFCC’s 2024 statistical report, made available to journalists on Sunday. The record marks EFCC’s highest number of convictions and the largest single-year asset recovery in the agency’s history since its establishment in 2003. The report said that the anti-graft agency received 15,724 petitions and investigated 12,928 cases across all zonal directorates in Nigeria. Of these, 5,083 cases were filed before various courts. The statistics revealed that advance fee fraud,…
By Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi Over the past two weeks, we have witnessed a number of events at the Nigerian Senate, which have left some of us shell-shocked. It is quite common for arguments and battles of all kinds to break out in the National Assembly. It is not easy for so many representatives of their people to get along without ruffling each other’s feathers. However, what we have all witnessed recently cannot be considered normal. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, wanted to speak from the floor of the Senate. She was not recognised to speak because her seat…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has acknowledged that former Vice-President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, exercised his fundamental democratic right by choosing to run for presidency. This was contained in a heartfelt birthday message by the President in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Saturday. NPO Reports recalls that the former Vice-President who served from 2015 to 2023 contested alongside President Tinubu for the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential ticket. President Tinubu noted that Osinbajo, a professor of law and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, worked harmoniously with President Muhammadu Buhari to deliver good governance and…
The Edo State Police Command has detained a 27-year-old man, after he was found in possession of a fresh human head in the Evbuotubu area of Benin. The command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Moses Yamu, said that the suspect was detained following his arrest by operatives of the Evbuotubu Division, in collaboration with local vigilantes, in the early hours of Friday. According to Yamu, upon interrogation, the suspect led officers to a decapitated body discovered along the road near Eweka Shopping Plaza. The police spokesperson said the deceased was later identified as 43-year-old Edobor Lawrence of Osagie Street, Evbuotubu Quarters.…