ActionAid Nigeria has launched a forceful rebuttal against the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, over what it described as a “reckless and unsubstantiated” claim that six out of every ten Nigerian students are involved in cybercrime. In a strongly worded statement issued on May 1 in Abuja, the organisation said the assertion—allegedly made without verifiable evidence or transparent methodology—amounts to a sweeping generalisation that unfairly criminalises millions of young Nigerians and undermines their global reputation. The group warned that such claims, coming from a senior public official entrusted with upholding justice, risk reinforcing harmful stereotypes…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
The High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Nigeria has reaffirmed the commitment of both countries to deepen bilateral relations, describing Bangladesh and Nigeria as natural partners bound by shared aspirations for development, cultural understanding, and global cooperation. Speaking at the Bangla New Year 1433 celebration in Abuja, the High Commissioner, Miah Md. Mainul Kabir, emphasized that although geographically distant, Bangladesh and Nigeria share strong historical and developmental parallels as populous, dynamic, and rapidly evolving economies in their respective regions. He noted that the relationship between both countries has continued to expand steadily in recent years, particularly in areas of trade, education,…
By Segun Adewale in Bauchi A coalition of support groups led by the Bala Wunti Support Organisation has officially obtained the All Progressives Congress (APC) expression of interest and nomination forms for the 2027 Bauchi State gubernatorial election, marking a significant step in Dr. Bala Wunti’s political journey. The forms were secured on Thursday, 30 April, 2026, in Abuja by the Chief Executive Officer of the Bala Wunti Support Organisation, Architect Muktar Jarmajo, who led the coalition responsible for mobilizing the required funds. Speaking to journalists shortly after the acquisition, Jarmajo described the development as a milestone in Bauchi State’s…
Popular journalist, Comrade Adewale Lateef Ojeleye has officially declared his intention to contest in the 2027 general elections, following the collection of the Expression of Interest and Nomination Form of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 01 seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly. The form was obtained on Friday, 1 May, 2026, at the APC secretariat, signaling the formal commencement of his aspiration to represent the people of Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 01. Speaking after collecting the form, Comrade Ojeleye expressed his strong commitment to delivering purposeful representation, fostering grassroots development, and promoting inclusive governance. He highlighted…
Fresh controversy has followed comments by Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa, who warned that students studying social science courses face bleak job prospects. Critics say the claim oversimplifies a wider employment crisis affecting graduates across all disciplines. Speaking at the ‘Renewed Hope Conversations, UniAbuja Edition’, Alausa told University of Abuja students: “We are training you not to be job seekers but entrepreneurs. A lot of you doing social science courses, with all due respect to you, there are not going to be jobs for you in the future.” The Minister, a medical doctor-turned-politician, added that the Federal Government plans to…
In a non-stop two-week offensive action against traffickers and dealers, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully dismantled several drug joints and bunks within and around the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja where a total of 132 suspects were arrested and 220 kilograms of assorted illicit substances recovered. The well-coordinated raids jointly conducted by the Agencys Directorate of Operations and General Investigation (DOGI) and the FCT Strategic Command from 11th to 25th April 2026 were launched to dismantle illicit drug hubs contributing to substance abuse, trafficking, and associated criminal activities in the capital city after weeks…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Days after the death of the Secretary to Apapa Local Governent, Gibraltar Njowosu, another top official of a council in Lagos is dead, reports thegazellenews.com Thegazellenews.com had earlier reported the death of Njiwosu which took place on Saturday, 25 April, 2026. According to thegazellenews.com findings, the Council Manager of Ojodu Local Council Development Area, Engineer (Mrs) Olubunmi Akitoye died on Wednesday, 29 April, 2026 after a brief illness. Engineer Akitoye was 59 years old at the time of her death and was billed to retire in November this year. She is reported to be survived by…
A Lagos-based businesswoman and former NTA staff, Ms. Olufunke Otti, has been ordered by the Lagos High Court to return a property she unlawfully acquired from her ex-husband, Chief Isaac Morakinyo Jolapamo. Delivering judgment in suit No. LD/3034LM/2022 on March 26, 2026, Justice Olufolake Olufolashade Adewunmi-Oshin declared that the property located at 23A & B Olusegun Aina Street, Parkview Estate, Ikoyi, Lagos, rightfully belongs to Chief Jolapamo and not Ms. Otti. The court consequently ordered her to relinquish the property to him. In addition, the court directed Ms. Otti to refund N410.347 million to Chief Jolapamo, representing the outstanding balance…
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa, has commended the cordial and collaborative relationship between the Corporation, the Abia State Government, and the Enugu State Government. According to the MD, such productive harmony can only yield even greater positive results for the benefit of the people. Dr. Opeifa spoke Thursday, 30 April, 2026, during separate high-level meetings with the Abia and Enugu State Governments held in Umuahia and Enugu respectively. Represented by the Railway District Manager, Eastern District, Mr. Agwonye Francis Ejike, Dr. Opeifa described the two states as partners in progress. The Abia State…
By Babafemi Ojudu There are moments in the life of a people when difficult questions must be asked—not for provocation, but for the preservation of conscience. This is one of such moments. Across Nigeria today, there is a growing perception—fair or unfair—that the Yoruba, once regarded as a stabilizing moral force in the national equation, are retreating into a posture that appears insular, defensive, and at times indifferent to the concerns of others. In politics and nation-building, perception—if left unchallenged—often hardens into reality. It is painful to admit this. Historically, the Yoruba earned respect not merely for their achievements, but…