Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, expressed a positive outlook on the Naira’s performance during a recent meeting with the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). Vice President Kashim Shettima anticipates further appreciation of the Naira against the dollar, citing decisive actions by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to end fuel subsidies and unify exchange rates….
The recent arrest of female police officer serving as the aide-de-camp (ADC) to former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has reverberated across Nigeria, igniting a flurry of discussions and speculations. This significant event unfolded as the Nigeria Police Force detained not only the ADC but also several other officers assigned to Bello, detaining them at…
In a significant move to combat the menace of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) conducted a public destruction ceremony on Tuesday, 16th April 2024, in Badagry, Lagos. The event saw the destruction of a staggering 304,436 kilograms and 40,042 liters of illicit substances seized from various parts…
NAFDAC executed a well-coordinated raid on several establishments in Abuja. Among the targeted locations were Sahad Stores, a prominent supermarket, and H-Medix outlets across different areas of the capital city. The operation also extended to the bustling Utako market, where counterfeit medications were seized. This extensive sweep underscores NAFDAC’s commitment to safeguarding public health by…
Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, faced a setback in his legal proceedings as he failed to appear before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja on April 18, 2024. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had scheduled his arraignment alongside co-defendants Ali Bello, Dauda Suleiman, and Abdulsalam Hudu on charges…
Nyesom Wike’s influence in the PDP remains steadfast as the party’s national caucus decides to maintain Illya Umar Damagum as the acting National Chairman. This decision signals a victory for Nyesom Wike, whose preference for Damagum’s continuation aligns with the caucus’s consensus. By endorsing Damagum’s tenure, the party aims to stabilize its leadership amidst internal…
The Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has issued a stern warning against any form of obstruction hindering the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from executing its lawful duties. In a statement released in Abuja on Thursday, Fagbemi emphasized the critical importance of upholding the law and cooperating with…
In the ongoing saga of insecurity plaguing Zamfara State, bandits have once again expressed their desire for peace negotiations with Governor Dauda Lawal Dare . Despite the looming specter of fear, Governor Lawal of Zamfara state remains steadfast in his stance against compromising with criminal elements. The bandits’ plea for negotiation underscores the escalating pressure…
A violent clash erupted in Kaurar Zomo village, located in the Kunchin Kalgo district of Tsafe Local Government Area (LGA), Zamfara State, resulting in the death of two prominent bandit kingpins, Kachallah Gwande and Kachallah Madagwal, along with 12 other fighters. Intelligence reports suggest that the confrontation involved three rival bandit groups: Alhaji TSAUNI’s group,…
Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has raised serious concerns over what he perceives as a blatant disregard for legal proceedings by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bello, who spoke out on Wednesday, highlighted the presence of EFCC operatives surrounding his Abuja residence, allegedly in a bid to effect his arrest. Despite a…
