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Ex Abia State Commissioner Denies Claims of Financial Impropriety

6May

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Corruption, Justice, News, Nigeria

Ex Abia State Commissioner Denies Claims of Financial Impropriety

John Kalu, who previously served as the Commissioner for Information, Trade & Investment under the administration of former Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, has provided additional insights into the contentious forensic audit report released by the government of Alex Otti. Kalu, shedding light on some of Ikpeazu’s accomplishments during his tenure, offered a detailed account of the conception and implementation of the airport project. These details were shared through a statement issued to the media on Sunday. Kalu addressed a publication by the "Whistler" Blog purportedly linked to Governor Alex Otti’s ally, Chief James Chijioke Ume (Koos) of Abam in Arochukwu LGA of Abia State. The publication continued the media onslaught against former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, echoing un...

My Focus is Accountability and Development in Abia State – Otti

6May

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Corruption, News, Nigeria

My Focus is Accountability and Development in Abia State – Otti

In a resolute declaration of his administration's priorities, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State laid out his agenda aimed at fostering accountability, recovering looted funds, and driving development initiatives across the state. Speaking during a solidarity visit in Nvosi, Governor Otti reiterated his unwavering commitment to steering Abia State towards prosperity while addressing pressing issues of governance and financial transparency. Governor Otti emphasized the paramount importance of accountability in governance, asserting that his administration's foremost objective is to reclaim misappropriated funds and ensure that public resources are judiciously utilized for the benefit of the people. Central to this agenda is the pursuit of accountability for the alleged misallocation of fu...

Minister Declares Press Freedom, while Journalist Arrests Mount

5May

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Human Rights, Justice, Law Enforcement, News, Nigeria

Minister Declares Press Freedom, while Journalist Arrests Mount

Mohammed Idris, Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, celebrated government's commitment to press freedom despite evidence to the contrary. Making this bold proclamation during a press briefing held on Friday, the Minister stated that since Bola Tinubu assumed office as President on May 29, 2023, no journalist has been detained in Nigeria. The occasion for this declaration was a press briefing jointly organized by the Ministry of Information and National Orientation, the Federal Ministry of Environment and Ecological Management, and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to mark the 2024 World Press Freedom Day. Idris further claimed that Tinubu’s administration had fostered the most conducive environment for journalists, off...

4May

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Nigeria, United Nations

42 Dead in Measles Outbreak in Adamawa

In Adamawa, Nigeria, a devastating measles outbreak has claimed the lives of at least 42 people within just over a week, as confirmed by Felix Tangwami, the state's health commissioner. The outbreak has primarily struck two local government areas, where nearly 200 suspected cases have been identified. Tangwami addressed the concerning situation during a media briefing on Friday, stating that measures are being taken to contain the outbreak. Vaccines have been swiftly dispatched to the affected areas, and field teams are actively working to manage the crisis. Measles, a highly contagious airborne virus, predominantly targets children under the age of five. The disease can be prevented through two doses of vaccine. Initial symptoms include high fever, cough, and runny nose, often acco...

4May

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Corruption, Crime, Finance, Law Enforcement, News, Nigeria

58 Governors Looted N2.187 Trn in 25 Yrs – EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made staggering allegations that suggest no fewer than 58 former governors of Nigeria have been involved in looting, embezzlement, laundering, or misappropriating a sum totaling N2.187 trillion over a span of 25 years. These revelations were disclosed by the EFCC, excluding seized properties across the globe and other assets under probe, which purportedly amount to billions of Naira. The alleged N2.2 trillion looting spree, as per EFCC's claims, is equivalent to the entire budget of Lagos State for the year 2024, which stands at N2.25 trillion. Moreover, it surpasses the combined budget of the South-East states for 2024, totaling N2.29 trillion. The sum is also notably higher than the 2024 budgets of the North-Central states and N...

Police Inspector Cuts Off Wife’s Wrist in Jos

4May

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Crime, News, Nigeria, Security, Violence

Police Inspector Cuts Off Wife’s Wrist in Jos

A Police Inspector in Jos Plateau state has been arrested for cutting off his wife's wrist. For Mrs. Hauwa Shagari, a mother of three young children, the harrowing ordeal of Saturday, April 27, 2024, is one that she will not soon forget. What began as a day like any other swiftly turned into a nightmare, culminating in her hospitalization and a life-altering injury inflicted by her husband, Ibrahim Shagari, a Police Inspector. The incident, born from a minor disagreement over finances, has shocked the community, prompting calls for justice for the victim. Narrating her near-death experience from her hospital bed at the Plateau Specialist Hospital, Mrs. Shagari recounted the events that led to her grievous injury. She described how a seemingly innocuous disagreement with her inebriat...

Shettima Attributes Economic Calamity to Buhari, Calls it “Death Sentence” Crisis

3May

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Economy, News, Nigeria

Shettima Attributes Economic Calamity to Buhari, Calls it “Death Sentence” Crisis

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has once again pointed fingers at former President Muhammadu Buhari, his party colleague, for the unprecedented economic catastrophe plaguing Nigeria. This dire situation is attributed to the removal of petrol subsidies and the floating of the naira, coupled with years of unsustainable borrowing during Mr. Buhari's tenure. Despite opposition from prominent figures and warnings about the repercussions of Buhari's economic policies, he remained steadfast, leading the nation towards economic turmoil. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo's attempts to change course fell on deaf ears, and now, Mr. Shettima admits that Buhari's legacy left President Bola Tinubu with an "economic death sentence." See Also: Be Prepared for the Worst, Buhari Tells Intending Leade...

3May

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Economy, Finance, News, Nigeria

Naira Declines in May Trading Session

In the opening trading session of May at the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM) window, the Nigerian Naira experienced a slight decline, settling at N1,402.67 to the US dollar. This marks a decrease of 0.83% from the previous close of N1,390.96 in April, according to market data from the Financial Markets Dealers Quotations (FMDQ). Throughout the trading day, the Naira witnessed fluctuations, reaching a peak of N1,445 and a low of N1,299.42 against the dollar. This significant spread of N145.58 reflects the volatility observed in the forex market. Meanwhile, the volume of dollar transactions saw a modest rise of 3.32%, totaling $232.84 million, up from $225.36 million on the preceding Tuesday. In contrast, the parallel market saw the Naira weakening further, drop...

Dele Momodu Decries APC’s Alleged Attempts to Destabilize Opposition

3May

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Elections, Justice, News, Nigeria

Dele Momodu Decries APC’s Alleged Attempts to Destabilize Opposition

Dele Momodu, a prominent figure within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of orchestrating a campaign to undermine and destabilize the opposition party. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television's Politics Today on Thursday, Momodu expressed concerns over what he perceives as the APC's concerted efforts to weaken the PDP. According to Momodu, the APC is employing various tactics to dismantle the opposition, including attempts to co-opt susceptible individuals, intimidate those who resist, and sow discord within the party's ranks. "The APC will do everything possible to destroy opposition; buy those who are buyable, to terrorize those who are not buyable and make sure that the party is in disarray, that is all," ass...

David Hundeyin: Coastal Road Project Awarded to Company Tied to Convicted Criminal

3May

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Corruption, Infrastructure, Justice, Lagos News, News, Nigeria

David Hundeyin: Coastal Road Project Awarded to Company Tied to Convicted Criminal

In a startling revelation, investigative journalist and writer, David Hundeyin, has voiced serious apprehensions regarding the recent awarding of the Coastal Road Project to Hitech Construction, a company owned by Gilbert Chagoury, a convicted criminal with ties to heroin trafficking, under the leadership of Bola Tinubu. The project's extravagant cost and dubious timeline have ignited controversy within the Nigerian public sphere. Hundeyin has shed light on the swift progression from the project's awarding to the initiation of property destruction along the proposed right of way, dubbing it potentially the quickest contract mobilization in Nigerian road construction history. Furthermore, he has underscored Hitech Construction's dismal track record, suggesting it appears ill-prepared to...