Author: 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
SPAC Nation Church founder, Tobi Adegboyega’s lawyer, Dele Olawanle, has denied reports that the pastor who had been based in the UK, is facing deportation. He insisted that Adegboyega is not a criminal, despite allegations of financial misconduct linked to his now-defunct church, SPAC Nation. Olawanle has therefore labeled the deportation claims as “false” and “sensationalist, emphasizing that Adegboyega is not facing deportation. “He is not facing deportation from the UK. Deportation is for criminals. He is not.” Olawanle further clarified that despite the issues surrounding SPAC Nation, including the Charity Commission’s concerns over financial mismanagement, Adegboyega himself had never…
The Kwara State Government has ordered a disciplinary action against a secondary school teacher for maltreating a corps member posted to Government Day Junior Secondary School, Kulende, Ilorin. A joint statement by the Commissioner of Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo Kawu, and the Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Teaching Service Commission, Mallam Bello Tauheed Abubakar, stated that an investigative panel set up on the matter found Hajia Hamzat Fatimoh Nike guilty of fighting on duty, use of foul language, insubordination, and disrespect for the national identity which the uniform of the corp members represents. “Her…
The Lead Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Center (HICC), Pastor Bolaji Idowu, has vehemently denied allegations of his involvement in real estate fraud and money laundering. He made the statement during his widely attended Next Level Prayer programme on Wednesday morning, Pastor Idowu clarifying the rumors and dismissing them as false and without merit. “Over the last 24 hours, there has been a lot of news about me on social media. I just want to state some facts,” Pastor Idowu said, responding to allegations of his involvement in the real estate business. “I heard that I was involved in real…
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the country’s interest in partnering with Nigeria to capitalize on its abundant lithium reserves, to drive the global transition to green energy and electric vehicle (EV) production. The South African leader disclosed this on Tuesday in Cape Town, South Africa, at the Nigeria -South Africa Business Roundtable. He emphasized the strategic importance of harnessing critical minerals, particularly lithium, to fuel industrialization efforts in the electric vehicle sector. He urged the private sector and development finance institutions to collaborate in building infrastructure and scaling up manufacturing capabilities in this sector. “There is also much…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has explained why it withheld the identity of the owner of seized estate landed property with 753 units duplexes in Abuja. The Spokesperson of the anti graft agency, Dele Oyewale, in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja, said it would be unprofessional to mention names of individuals whose identities were not directly linked to any title document of the properties. Oyewale was responding to the criticisms that followed the EFCC record-breaking asset recovery of a 150,500-square-meter estate with 753 duplexes and other apartments in Abuja. The EFCC had on Monday secured a judgment…
The United Bank for Africa, (UBA) through its Corporate Social Responsibility Arm, the UBA Foundation, on Monday, held its annual Garden Light-Up ceremony to kick-start the festive season. The ceremony which held at the United Bank for Africa (UBA) head office in Lagos, brought together staff, customers, and well-wishers in a heart-warming display of joy, gratitude, and unity. The Garden Light-Up, an annual tradition, represents UBA and its Foundation’s commitment to spreading cheer and fostering a sense of community during this special time of year. With festive decorations, brilliant lights, fireworks and lively music, the event serves as a beacon…
Says No Sinister Intention Behind Rush of Tax Reform Bills President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Ministry of Justice to work with the National Assembly to address the concerns bordering the tax reform bills. This was contained in a statement by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Tuesday. “It is pertinent to state that the government has nothing sinister to warrant the suggestion that the process is being rushed. “In line with the established legislative procedure, the Federal General welcomes meaningful inputs that can address whatever grey areas there may be in the bill. “In…
President Bola Tinubu has called for a strategic collaboration between Nigeria and South Africa to become a model of leadership, economic integration, and shared prosperity for the African continent. He made the call at the opening of the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) on Tuesday in Cape Town. President Tinubu urged both countries to overcome what he called “irritants” that hinder their collaboration and focus on transforming Africa’s global image. The Nigerian leader, who co-chaired the presidential BNC with his South African counterpart, highlighted the importance of cooperation between the continent’s two largest economies and its…
President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa has announced a relaxation in visa application rules for Nigerian tourists and investors. Ramaphosa made the announcement at the opening of the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Cape Town on Tuesday. NPO Reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is also currently in Capetown, South Africa for the Commission. According to Ramaphosa, this is in order to create a favorable environment which includes a simplified visa process for Nigerian business people to travel to South Africa. “Qualifying Nigerian business people can be granted a five-year multiple entry visa,” he said.…
An Ikeja Special Offences Court on Tuesday admitted as evidence the iPhone of the social media celebrity, Ismaila Mustapha (alias Mompha) charged with six billion naira money laundering. Mustapha, still at large, is standing trial alongside his company, Ismalob Global Investment Ltd., on eight counts bordering on money laundering. Musa Idi, the sixth prosecution witness, in the continuation of his evidence-in-chief, on Tuesday told the court that the iPhone was duly taken for forensic analysis by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Idi, an operative of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), while being led in evidence by Mr…