Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission , EFCC, have arrested an alleged serial fraudster Mrs. Imaobong Cyril Okpong for her alleged involvement in a series of visa fraud schemes and fake offers of foreign scholarships for nonexistent studies abroad. Okpong was arrested following claims of a petitioner, Dr. (Mrs.) Blessing Nse Bassey, a clinician, that alleged that the suspect defrauded her of the sum of ₦3,000,000 (Three Million Naira) under the guise of securing a University admission for her and also processing Canadian visas for her and her husband. According to Bassey, the…
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The former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ikechukwu Ogalla, has commissioned the nine state-of-the-art strategic security projects executed by the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, in Ayakoro, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The former Navy Chief, represented by the Commander, Operation Delta Safe, Rear Admiral Noel Madugu, stated that the operational facilities handed over by NDDC would bolster the Nigerian Navy’s presence and security operations. He observed that Ayakoro was an important town located on the river, making it strategic and crucial for maritime security in the Niger Delta region. He stated: “The event we are witnessing…
The Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has said the principles of the United Nations Charter offers guidance to Nigeria and other African countries bedeviled by terrorism and other violent conflicts. The message was given by the Director-General of the Institute, Dr. Joseph Ochogwu to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of United Nations. Ochogwu said: “Today, October 24, 2025, marks exactly 80 years since the entry into force of the United Nations Charter. As the world commemorates this historic milestone, we are reminded of the enduring vision of the Charter to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war, reaffirm…
Former Deputy Majority Leader of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Olumuyiwa Jimoh, has described President Bola Tinubu’s decision to sack and replace the nation’s Service Chiefs as a welcome and strategic move aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture. Speaking in reaction to the development, Hon. Jimoh said the decision should not come as a surprise, as it falls within the President’s constitutional powers to reorganize the military leadership whenever necessary. “It’s not a new thing. The President has the authority to appoint or reshuffle the Service Chiefs to enhance the nation’s security structure,” he said. “This may have…
The Passport Control Officer for Lagos, Chris O. Onajinrin, on Friday, 24 October, 2025, paid a courtesy visit to the Onisabe of Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Owolabi Adeniyi reports thegazellenews.com The Immigration topnotch acknowledged the role of the revered monarch in uniting the populace and promoting peace among the citizens. He said his team visited the Monarch to tap from his wealth of experience and seek his cooperation and support for his agency in carrying out its duties. Responding, Oba Adeniyi expressed appreciation to the team for the visit assuring the team of his cooperation and support. Highlights of the…
The high command and management of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has condemned the invasion of the Corps Headquarters on Monday by some alleged anti-government protesters. Speaking on the invasion by over 50 protesters at the entrance of the Corps National Headquarters in Abuja on Monday morning; the Corps National Spokesman, Chief Superintendent Afolabi Babawale said the act was totally condemnable as the protesters invaded the entrance of the Corps National Headquarters chanting different protest songs. Babawale said the NSCDC Commandant General, Prof. Ahmed Audi, had earlier sent a red alert warning across the Corps Commands and Formation…
The Ogun State Government has urged residents living in riverbank and wetland areas of Akute, Alagbole, Isheri, Magboro,Makogi, Orimerunmu, Iro, Kajola and part of Abeokuta specifically Lafenwa, Enugada, Adedotun, Iberekodo, Akin-Olugbade, and Ago-Odo to prepare for overflow of Ogun River in the next two weeks, from the 20th of October and the 3rd of November. This is part of its continued efforts at mitigating flooding in the state and it’s attendant effects on residents through its periodic Flood Alert,the third for the year, In the latest flood alert released by the Ogun State Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, the overflow…
Lagos has hosted the maiden African School Games as parents, sports experts, and stakeholders turned out in remarkable numbers for the inaugural edition held at the British International School, Lagos. The co-founders of the Africa School Games, Mrs. Aderoju Ope-Ajayi, Dr. Busola Tejumola, and Dr. Seun Akinbohun, described the international tournament, which featured over 200 student-athletes from across the continent, as a distinctive platform that highlights the interplay between education and extracurricular engagement, particularly sports, in shaping well-rounded children. They noted that the Games serve as an opportunity to identify and nurture young talents early, helping them realise their full…
By Oluwole Solanke, PhD FCIB “For every minute you remain angry, you give up sixty seconds of peace of mind.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson Life is a gift—a beautiful, complex, unpredictable journey filled with moments of joy, sorrow, triumph, and challenge. Yet, in the midst of this precious existence, we often allow one of the most destructive emotions to take root in our hearts: anger. Anger is a natural human emotion. It signals that something is wrong, that a boundary has been crossed, that an injustice has occurred. In its pure form, anger can be a catalyst for positive change—it…
By Femi Ogbonnikan Former Ogun State Governor and current Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District, Otunba Gbenga Daniel (aka OGD), continues to intrigue the reading public. Driven by a quest for political attention, he has lately emerged as a vocal critic of Governor Dapo Abiodun, questioning the commensurability of infrastructure development with the revenue allocations received from the Federation Account. And he is pursuing it with zest and gusto. In a manner that is unbecoming of his adversarial politics, Senator Daniel recently charged the people of his constituency in an incisive tone to demand accountability from the Abiodun administration, declaring…