In a renewed effort to clamp down on transnational drug cartels, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a Thailand returnee, Oguejiofor Nnaemeka Simonpeter, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Ikeja, Lagos. The arrest was made on October 7, 2024, after Simonpeter attempted to smuggle 13.30 kilograms of heroin, concealed in…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Directorate, has successfully secured the conviction of three individuals, AbdulFatai Ismail Alade (alias Hismaheel Asiwaju), Audu Ishida, and Elisha Smith, for their involvement in internet fraud and money laundering. The trio was prosecuted on separate charges of impersonation and money laundering before two Federal High Court…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a landmark ruling, blocking the People’s Democratic Party (PDP)’s National Executive Committee (NEC) and the Board of Trustees (BoT) from removing Umar Damagum as Acting National Chairman. This decisive legal action stems from internal conflicts within the PDP, where various factions are struggling for control over the…
Governor Simi Fubara has instructed his legal team to initiate an appeal against the ruling and seek a stay of execution. The governor is challenging the court’s decision, emphasizing that the judgment did not restore the faction of the Rivers State House of Assembly led by Martin Amaewhule. Governor Simi Fubara’s stance is rooted in…
In a landmark ruling, the Court of Appeal, Abuja division, on Thursday affirmed Martin Amaewhule as the legitimate Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly. The judgment came after a three-member panel dismissed an appeal filed by Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, questioning Amaewhule’s authority as Speaker. Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s appeal was deemed lacking…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), along with the Organised Private Sector (OPS), has condemned the latest fuel price hikes introduced by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). Retail stations across Nigeria have raised the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, with prices in Abuja now at N1,030 per litre,…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has declared the Labour Party’s 2024 national convention, held in Nnewi in March, valid and constitutional. The ruling, delivered by Justice Emeka Nwite on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, affirmed that the convention followed all legal protocols and was in line with Nigeria’s laws. This decision brings a significant victory…
The Federal Government of Nigeria is reportedly contemplating the termination of Julius Berger’s contract for the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano highway project due to persistent disagreements over pricing. The ongoing standoff revolves around the cost for completing the critical infrastructure project, which has already seen significant delays. The decision is tied to Julius Berger’s refusal to align with…
President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja on Wednesday, October 2, for the United Kingdom (UK), where he will embark on a two-week vacation, which forms part of his yearly leave. The trip was confirmed through a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President Tinubu on Information and Strategy. According to…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Benin Zonal Directorate, announced the arrest of 24 suspected internet fraudsters in a major crackdown on cybercrime activities in Benin City. The operation took place on Monday, September 30, 2024, following credible intelligence linking the suspects to computer-related fraud. According to the EFCC, the arrests were made across…
