A 60-year-old man based in the United States, Bamikole Laniyan, is at the risk of a 52-year jail term and possible deportation after pleading guilty to his role in a $1.7m bank fraud and money laundering. According to a statement obtained on the US Department of Justice website on Tuesday that Laniyan, who is also…
The nine surveyors who were abducted by gunmen last week have been reportedly released by their abductors on Tuesday night. The victims were said to have been kidnapped while working at a site at Ilu Abo Community in Akure North Local Government Area of the state last week Tuesday and the abductors were also said…
A drama ensued at the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex on Wednesday when Governor Siminalayi Fubara arrived at the quarters but the entrance gate locked. Our correspondents observed that the security personnel at the complex locked the gates when the governor’s convoy arrived at the complex. The action of the security personnel was hinged…
By Pelumi Olajengbesi Esq. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) must be continuously commended as it stands tall at this defining moment in its history. The agency now has an unparalleled opportunity to reaffirm its excellence, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to justice. As an external solicitor, I recently submitted a petition on behalf of…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has unveiled a new set of infrastructure projects worth N159.15 billion to further expand the dividends of democracy to all corners of the State. This second phase of projects tagged “Osun 2025 Infrastructure plan” covers road construction, school rehabilitation and completion of ongoing renovation and upgrading of primary health centers…
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has congratulated the lawmaker representing Ifedayo State Constituency, Hon. (Prince) Kasope Ajibade Abolarin, on the occasion of his birthday, acknowledging his pronounced effort to uplift lives and benefit communities. Accroding to a statement signed by Adeleke’s Spokesperson, Olawale RasheedGovernor Adeleke notes the Osun Central Senatorial Whip’s…
A lady, Loveth Alo Helen, who allegedly made false testimony of buying a duplex after prayers by Evangelist Ebuka Obi of the Zion Prayer ministry, was on Tuesday arraigned at the Enugu North magisterial Court on four count charges of defamation, conspiracy, felony and false pretence. The 34 years old lady was accused of false…
The House of Representatives today has directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to direct internet service providers in the country to block all websites hosting obscene and pornographic contents with immediate effect. The lawmakers passed the resolution following a motion sponsored by Dalhatu Tafoki, an All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker from Katsina state.Moving the motion,…
I am elated to speak to the good people of Osun state after the recent face-off on local government leadership. In line with my promise never to be distracted from my vowed commitment to serve the people of the State, I am today unveiling a new set of infrastructure projects to further expand the dividends…
The House of Representatives has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria to suspend the implementation of the increment in Automated Teller Machine transaction charges given the economic situation in the country. The decision of the House was sequel to the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance sponsored by the member representing Esan…
