The trial of Godwin Emefiele, former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), commenced yesterday at the High Court of Justice in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. Emefiele faces charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), alleging a breach of procurement procedures in the award of N1.2 billion vehicle supply…
the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) meticulously executed its 2023 qualifying examination for foreign-trained medical graduates, a pivotal assessment in the nation’s healthcare landscape. Out of the 836 candidates who earnestly vied for certification, a discerning 403 emerged triumphantly. This statistical revelation underscores the stringent standards and unwavering commitment of the MDCN to…
Rivers State: An Appeal Court in Lagos State has solidified Siminalayi Fubara’s position as the Rivers State Governor after dismissing the petition filed by Patrick Tonye-Cole, the gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Fubara, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), emerged victorious in the March governorship election in Rivers State. The…
In response to the N2.3 billion breach of contract suit brought by Brownhill Investments Company Limited and Amaju Pinnick against him and his music label, Davido Music Worldwide Limited, Davido has taken a firm legal stance. The Nigerian singer filed a preliminary objection challenging the court’s jurisdiction to entertain the matter. He argued that the…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been inundated with an increasing number of complaints from concerned Nigerians reporting unauthorized withdrawals from their bank accounts. Investigations by the Commission have unveiled a disturbing trend – Automated Teller Machine (ATM) Debit Card swapping or fraud. This sophisticated modus operandi involves fraudsters discreetly swapping a victim’s…
President Tinubu‘s highly anticipated unveiling of the 2024 budget before the National Assembly on Wednesday, a palpable sense of anticipation grips the nation. The official confirmation of the presentation date was delivered by the Secretary of Research and Information at the National Assembly, Dr. Ali Barde Umoru, during a comprehensive press briefing held on Monday….
The Federal Civil Service, President Tinubu administered the oath of office to eight newly appointed Permanent Secretaries on Monday. This event unfolded just before the commencement of this week’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, showcasing the president’s commitment to bolstering the administrative machinery of the federal government. The new Permanent Secretaries, namely Ndakayo-Aishetu Gogo, Adeoye…
In the face of escalating hardship in Nigeria, Borno State has become a beacon of hope for its residents, thanks to the compassionate efforts of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum. In a remarkable display of leadership, Governor Zulum oversaw the distribution of relief materials worth 275 million naira to 95,000 residents in the town of Monguno…
The Ibadan Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully secured the conviction and sentencing of thirty-three individuals involved in internet fraud. The convictions were handed down by Justices Ladiran Akintola, Adebukola Olajide, M.O. Ishola, B.B. Adebowale, and Uche Agomoh of various high courts in Oyo and Ogun states. The accused…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) set the tone for a significant shift in the country’s banking landscape, proposing a substantial increase in the capital base of Deposit Money Banks (DMBs). Governor Dr. Olayemi Cardoso articulated this at the 58th Annual Dinner of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria. The move aims to align…
