By Kunle Aremu There is always a limit to every illegality, especially when it is about financial recklessness and misappropriation. Even now that the former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello is deploying every legal means to cover up his alleged dirty past, there are strong indications that he may not have his way after all. Having failed to stop his arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission at the trial and appellate courts, Bello is seeking a solace at the Supreme Court. His proceeding at the supreme court appeared to have led to the adjournment of his…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
The wife of the late former Governor of the Oyo State, Kemi Alao-Akala, has been summoned by the state High Court to appear before it within 30 days. The court ordered her and her co-defendant in a suit number 1/443/2023 filed before the Court over the alleged illegal obtaining of a letter of administration over the estate of her late husband, Adebayo Alao-Akala without the consent of the claimant. The court gave the order while granting an ex-parte motion on an order of substituted service brought before it by Dipo Olasope, SAN, counsel to the claimant, Toyin Alao-Aderinto, against Kemi…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has felicitated the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, on her 65th birthday. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, described Orelope-Adefulire, the former Deputy Governor of Lagos, who clocks 65 today, Sunday, 29 September, 2024, as an Amazon and worthy Ambassador of Lagos State. He said Princess Orelope-Adefulire has displayed exemplary leadership and compassion through as public official especially as former Deputy Governor and now as the Special Adviser to the President on…
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has disclosed that the subsidy on fuel, if not curbed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, would have cost the country a whopping N5.4 trillion by the end of 2024. Governor Abiodun noted that it would have been disastrous for Nigeria to pay such huge amount on subsidy on fuel against the Federal Government’s budget of N6.7 trillion for the same fiscal year. The Governor stated this during the Special Church Service commemorating the 64th National Day celebration held at the Cathedral Church of St. Peter, Ake, Abeokuta. He said the money is now…
Troops of the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with other security agencies, have intensified operations against illegal oil bunkering in the Niger Delta. In a statement Acting Deputy Director, 6 Division Army Public Relations Lieut. Col. Danjuma Jonah Danjuma said over the past week, 11 suspects were arrested, more than 20 illegal bunkering sites were deactivated, and 22 boats used for criminal activities were intercepted. He added that six firearms and cartridges were recovered, along with over 118,000 litres of stolen oil products. He said in Rivers State, multiple operations were conducted, including the dismantling of four…
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested an automobile spare parts dealer Ejiofor Chiwuzie over attempt to export consignments of heroin and loud, a strain of cannabis, concealed in LED rechargeable lamps and sofa metal legs through the export shed of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. A statement on Sunday, 29 September, 2024, by the spokesman of the anti-narcotics agency, Femi Babafemi said Ejiofor was arrested last Tuesday at the Trade Fair complex, Ojo area of Lagos where he sells automobile spare parts following the seizure of his cargo containing auto parts, rechargeable lamps, sofa…
By Desmond Utomwen In the illustrious realm of Nigeria, where tradition meets modernity, one name shines brightly, resonating with grace, elegance and unwavering dedication – Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, OFR. Beyond this, she embodies service and commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. Her journey is not just one of royalty, but of profound passion and impactful endeavours with fervent dedication to advancing humanity; the rights of women, youths and vulnerable populations. The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals embodies a harmonious fusion of regal heritage and an unwavering commitment to fostering positive change. …
By Yusuf Mohammed It is now obvious that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) also have Governor Usman Ododo to contend with in their running battle with Yahaya Bello. As a result, more and more people are beginning to share the opinion that Ododo’s loyalty to Bello ‘’supersedes’’ his loyalty to the people of Kogi state. Speaking of loyalty, I’m sure everyone agrees that loyalty is an admirable quality. Those who have seen the movie, Prison Break all appreciated the loyalty between fictional characters, Michael Scofield and his brother, Lincoln Burrows. According to the plot, Scofield deliberately got himself…
Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu has said certain revolutionary measures were taken to ensure that Nigerians enjoy more stable and regular electricity supply. He said all these were achieved with the support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as part of his renewed hope agenda to galvanise the economy. Reviewing the activities of the Ministry of Power in the last one year on the eve of the October 1 independence celebration, the Minister also revealed that more than 40 per cent of Nigerian electrify consumers are currently enjoying over 20 hours of regular and stable electricity across the nation. He…
In a significant stride towards renewable energy and community development, the Chairman, Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area, Hon. Rasaq Olusola Ajala officially inaugurated its pioneering solar charging stations on Friday, 27 September, 2024. The project aims to enhance energy accessibility, provide clean energy solutions and foster sustainability within the community. According to Ajala, the project was the proactive reaction of his administration to address energy challenge of the residents. This project is sequel to the free solar training project. The students led by their facilitator, Engr. Olajide Habeeb designed and constructed the solar charging station to serve as a community…