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Nedu Denies Fraud Allegations, Threatens Legal Action

An on-air personality, Chinedu Ani Emmanuel, also known as Nedu Wazobia, has denied recent allegations of fraud and financial misconduct regarding the Nedu Scholarship Foundation (NDSCHF).At a press conference held in Lagos, Nedu reaffirmed his unwavering dedication to education, philanthropy and social impact, while announcing decisive legal action against false claims aimed at tarnishing his reputation. Allegations against Nedu began after a reality TV star and comedian, Aderombi Adedayo Martin, better known as Deeone, alleged on a podcast that social media critic, Martin Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, was gay. Subsequently, several accusations surfaced online claiming that Nedu had misappropriated donations meant for the scholarship initiative. Nedu, while addressing the allegations through the agency that manages his brand, Tokindrumz, emphasised that all funds for the NDSCHF initiative were managed by a globally recognised social enterprise, ensuring full accountability and at no point […]

Ahmad February 23, 2025

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NAFDAC DG Raises The Alarm Over Drug Crisis

Director-general of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, has raised the alarm over the devastating effects of illicit drug combinations on Nigerian youths, calling for urgent national intervention.This warning is coming on the heels of the BBC report on the use of Tafradol, a mix of Tapentadol and Carisoprodol by youths in the country. At a media briefing yesterday in Lagos, Adeyeye revealed that the Indian government had officially banned Tafradol on February 21, regretting that despite the ban, the drug remains in circulation in Nigeria, wreaking havoc on communities. This substance is destroying lives. Young people use it and become completely unresponsive, almost as if hypnotised. They collapse anywhere – on the streets, in vehicles or even while using their mobile phones,” she stated. The NAFDAC boss said, the agency has […]

Ahmad February 23, 2025

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Policeman ‘shoots’ immigration officer in Niger

According to a counter-insurgency publication focused on the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama,  reports that the incident occurred around 12:30pm on Friday. Makama quoted intelligence sources as saying a surveillance patrol team from the ‘A’ division police command in Minna, led by Ibrahim Paiko, was on routine patrol near Obasanjo complex when they encountered a group of road construction workers carrying iron rods suspected to have been stolen. "Upon noticing the police, the workers abandoned the materials and fled. While the officers were attempting to recover the abandoned iron rods, they were suddenly attacked by a group of other road construction workers and hoodlums, who threw stones and other objects at them,” the report said. “The assault damaged the Dangote Patrol Vehicle used by the police. In an attempt to escape being overrun by the mob, ASP Ibrahim Audu fired a […]

Ahmad February 22, 2025

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NCDMB to CSOs: No N9.9bn consultancy service

NCDMB, in a statement by its Corporate Communications Department, wondered how promoters of the allegation increased the figure from N7.7 billion to N9.9 billion within a week. The statement, however, clarified that in all its transactions due process was followed and all expenditures were approved with financial and procurement guidelines.The statement reads: “The NCDMB wishes to alert the public that a sponsored group, CCSGG, masquerading as a coalition of civil society group for good governance are recycling the same bogus and unfounded allegations that were recently published against the operations of our agency. “While we have dismissed these patently false allegations in a widely circulated press statement on Thursday, February 13, titled: ‘NCDMB Observes the Highest Standards of Accountability, Transparency, and Due Process in its Operations’, the purveyors of this evil campaign have gone ahead to recruit unsuspecting journalists across […]

Ahmad February 22, 2025

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‘The man they envied’, Abacha’s son writes about late father after IBB’s book

In a social media post, Sadiq asserted that his father was the subject of envy and silent deceit but maintained that history would judge him favorably.“The man Abacha—you have always been the one they envied with silent deceit. History shall remember you for being a better leader, no matter how much they try to put you down. As a son, I am most proud of you today. You indeed are the man they wish they were half of,” he wrote.He concluded with the Hausa proverb, “Duk wanda yayi jifa a kasuwa,” meaning, “whoever throws a stone in the market.His post is coming just days after the launch of former military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida’s (IBB) much-anticipated memoir, which has sparked widespread reactions.A key point of discussion in the book is the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election, which […]

Ahmad February 22, 2025

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Osun election kicks off despite warning by FG, Police

Governor Ademola Adeleke cast his vote at Unit 9, Sagba Abogunde Ward 2, Ede North Local Government Area at about 7:56a.m.According to NAN, the governor arrived at the polling unit in company of his supporters and some members of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP).Adeleke commended the State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) for the peaceful process in the conduct of the elections.The governor advised residents to go out and cast their vote without any fear of intimidation, urging political stakeholders and electorate to shun violence during and after the elections. Adeleke expressed confidence that all PDP candidates would emerge victorious in the elections. “I want to urge everyone to come out and cast their votes. The election will be peaceful”, the governor assured. The Federal Government had asked Governor Adeleke to halt the exercise. Lateef Fagbemi, Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), had […]

Ahmad February 22, 2025

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Insecurity: Gov Mutfwang suspends mining activities in Plateau

The governor the move was aimed protecting the environment, addressing security challenges, and safeguarding the well-being of citizens.He disclosed this at a stakeholders’ engagement held at the New Government House in Jos, the state capital, on Saturday morning. Among the attendees were traditional rulers, community leaders, local government chairmen, and representatives from mining communitiesAccording to Mutfwang, the suspension is necessary in order to curb illegal mining, mitigate land degradation, combat child labour, and address escalating security threats. Also, the governor said the measure would address the influx of unregulated foreign miners, which has fueled banditry, kidnapping, drug trafficking, and illegal firearms possession in mining communities.As the Chief Security Officer of the state, it is my duty to ensure the safety of our people. Given the rising security concerns associated with illegal mining, we must take decisive action. “All mining operations […]

Ahmad February 22, 2025

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Birnin Gwari: Life after peace deal

Markets were shut, and economic activities came to a halt as armed groups terrorised the region.According to a security report issued by the Kaduna State Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs in 2022, 507 persons were kidnapped in Birnin Gwari alone, while 536 cattle were rustled in the local government area.Ninety-eight persons were also injured as a result of violent attacks, while 120 persons were killed within the local government area during the period under review.However, following a recent peace deal brokered between the Kaduna State Government and the bandits, a glimmer of hope has begun to emerge in the affected villages. The return of Kara livestock market One of the most significant indicators of peace returning to Birnin Gwari is the reopening of the Kara livestock market, which was closed for over 10 years.The market, which was a […]

Ahmad February 22, 2025

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Akin Alabi Hosts Oyo Federal Roads Stakeholders event; Announces Lagos-Ibadan flag off

The event brought together top government officials, contractors, community leaders, security agencies, and other key stakeholders to discuss the state of federal roads in Oyo State and explore solutions for infrastructure improvement.A key highlight of the event was the announcement of the flag-off of the Iwo Road/Ojoo section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, scheduled for Saturday. This major development marks a significant step toward enhancing road connectivity in the state.The forum was attended by prominent lawmakers, including Hon. Olamiju Alao-Akala (Ogbomoso North/Ogbomoso South/Oriire), Hon. Remi Oseni (Ido/Ibarapa East), and Hon. Lateef Olaide Mohammed (Irepo/Orelope/Olorunsogo). Also in attendance was the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, who was represented by the Maye Olubadan, Chief Lekan Alabi.Hon. Akin Alabi delivered the inaugural speech, emphasizing the urgent need for collaborative efforts in addressing road infrastructure challenges. The Minister of Works was represented by […]

Ahmad February 21, 2025

Nigeria

Nigeria in the regime of failed leadership – Emeka Kalu

He said Nigerians must rise up to take back the nation from the abyss of bad governance.Ahead of the 2027 elections, the PDP chieftain believes only the former Vice-President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, could take the country out of the economic doldrums.Kalu in a statement he personally signed, regretted that the country’s economy was decaying at an alarming rate.He said the present government has proved it is incapable of arresting the trend.Kalu declared that Atiku remained a rational game changer, an intelligent figure, with commendable scorecards in leadership performance and achievements that could save the country and the economy from total collapse.He therefore urged the electorate and political leaders to embrace the politician to change the current sordid narrative.Kalu also challenged Nigerians to stop giving support to corrupt politicians for self-gains, urging them to support selfless, capable, trusted and competent hands […]

Ahmad February 21, 2025

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