The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, received with shock the sudden death of one of its former Executive Chairman, Mr. Ibrahim Lamorde. Lamorde, pioneer Director of Operations and third substantive Chairman of the EFCC between February 15, 2012 and November 9, 2015, served the nation actively as a focused and gallant anti- graft fighter. He will be sorely missed both at the EFCC and the nation at large. The Commission prays for the repose of his soul and comfort for his family, the EFCC and the entire nation. Dele Oyewale Head, Media & Publicity May 26, 2024
Author: Khadijah Olowode
The Federal Government has instituted a legal action against the Governors of the 36 States of the Federation at the Supreme Court over alleged misconduct in the administration of Local Government Areas, LGAs. FG, in the suit marked: SC/CV/343/2024, which was filed by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, is seeking full autonomy for all LGAs in the country as the third tier of government. It specifically prayed the apex court to issue an order, prohibiting state governors from embarking on unilateral, arbitrary and unlawful dissolution of democratically elected local government leaders.…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted cocaine concealed in buckets of shea butter heading for the United Kingdom. The agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, shared a video on his X account on Sunday, 25 May, 2025 showing the moment NDLEA officers discovered the contraband. Additionally, the video highlights the agency’s success in dismantling a skuchies factory in Lagos, Sharing the video, Babafemi wrote, “Narco-trend update: There’s a fresh wave of onslaught against the drug underworld by the unrelenting #ndlea_nigeria as these videos show the moment officers uncovered cocaine in buckets of…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike Famous Nigerian singer, Paul Okoye, also known as Rude Boy of PSquare, has tied the knot with his bride, Ivy Ifeoma Iboko, in a traditional ceremony in her hometown of Igbere, Abia State. The couple was seen in a viral video wearing traditional attire, with the groom donning a white outfit, red beaded necklace, and red cap, while the bride wore a stunning dress and scarf. Rudeboy shared photos of the event on his Instagram page, captioning it “#Ifynonso”. PSquare was previously married to Anita Okoye and their union produced three children.
By Abimbola Ogunnaike A yet-to-be-ascertained number of people were feared dead on the afternoon of Sunday, 26 May, 2024 when a mosque collapsed in the Papa Ajao area of Lagos State. It was gathered that the mosque collapsed during afternoon prayer. Some injured and dead bodies have been moved from the rubbles with many more feared trapped. Details later…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike Twelve opposition political parties have indicated interest in participating in the forthcoming local government elections in Ebonyi State. The opposition parties, which expressed their readiness for the July 20, 2024, council polls, will be competing for supporters against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The Special Assistant to Governor Francis Nwifuru on Inter-Party Affairs, Comrade Sunday Nwambam, made this disclosure while interacting with newsmen in his office at the Cabinet Office in Abakaliki, the state on Saturday, 25 May, 2024. According to Nwambam, the interest shown by the opposition parties in the grassroots elections exemplifies the spirit of…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike The Office of the National Security Adviser has denied an allegation that the NSA, Nuhu Ribadu, facilitated the return of the dethroned Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, to the State on Saturday, 25 May, 2024. The spokesperson for the Office of the NSA, Zakari Mijinyawa, described the allegation as ‘untrue’. Earlier, the state Deputy Governor, Aminu Gwarzo, accused Ribadu of facilitating the return of the dethroned Emir. Reacting to the allegation, Mijinyawa said Ribadu did not provide the aircraft that returned Ado-Bayero to the state. “I read the comments on social media, it is untrue. The…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike Manchester United on the evening of Saturday, 25 May, 2024 at Wembley Stadium defeated their Premier League rivals Manchester City 2-1 to win this season’s FA Cup trophy. Alejandro Garnacho put the Red Devils in front in the 30th minute before Kobbie Mainoo doubled the lead for Erik ten Hag’s side. Alejandro Garnacho put the Red Devils in front in the 30th minute before Kobbie Mainoo doubled the lead for Erik ten Hag’s side. However, Jeremy Doku pulled one back for Pep Guardiola’s side in the second half. City failed to equalise as the match eventually ended…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike Tragedy occurred in the FESTAC area of Lagos State as lightning struck and killed two women The Lagos State Police Spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the sad incident in a post he shared on his Twitter handle – @benHundeyin, on Saturday, 25 May, 2024. According to him, the incident happened during the rain on Friday, 24 May, 2025. “Somewhere on First Avenue, FESTAC, two women remained indoors during the downpour yesterday. Lightning struck, electrocuting them instantly and causing a fire outbreak,” he said.The PPRO, who added that the victims lived in a shanty built under high-voltage wires, sympathised…
By Abimbola Ogunnaike President Bola Tinubu, on Saturday, 25 May, 2024 departed Abuja for Lagos to begin the commissioning of projects completed under his administration. Lagos is the president’s first point of call as other projects commissioning will take him to other parts of the country during the week – beginning Sunday, 26 May, 2024 till Friday, 31 May, 2024 This is to mark the first anniversary of his administration on Wednesday, May 29. A State House press statement titled, “President Tinubu Set To Inaugurate Projects To Mark One Year In Office,” and signed by the Special Adviser Information and…