The attention of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has been drawn to some unsubstantiated claims in a section of the media suggesting that the official X (formerly Twitter) account of the Commission has been hacked and hijacked by unknown individuals. The Commission wishes to categorically state that these claims are false and misleading. Contrary to such unfounded claims, the Commission’s official X account has not been compromised in any way. While attempting to update certain information on the Commission’s biography on the app, a technical glitch occurred. This issue was promptly reported to the X Support Team and…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Lagos State came alive on Friday, as Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu inaugurated a twin housing project in the council. The Governor formally commissioned 170-unit Raymond Estate and Sterling Heights delivered by the council chairman, Hon. Dele Oshinowo, to regenerate and urbanise Ajelogo — a notorious slum situated in the heart of the council known for its high crime rate. The schemes, achieved through a Joint Venture Partnership with a private developer, has further bridged the housing deficit, as 170 families living in the LCDA would have opportunities to benefit and live in decent accommodation.…
FOOSTODEY, an international Non Governmental Organisation, NGO, has donated a branded Toyota Sienna van to the wife of the Governor of Delta State, Mrs Tobore Oborevwori’s ‘You Matter Charity Foundation’ in celebration of it’s one year anniversary. Speaking during the presentation at Government House Asaba, Thursday, 15 August, 2024, National Coordinator, FOOSTODEY, Elvis Ahior said the donation was in recognition of the good works of Mrs Oborevwori’s You Matter Charity Foundation as it clocks one year. “Today is a memorable day and as members of FOOSTODEY, led by our International Coordinator Comrade Reuben Izeze (Esq.), we have come here to…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has obtained a total of 302 years imprisonment for three kingpins and 16 other offenders for trafficking and dealing in illicit drugs such as cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, cannabis and opioids. A statement on Friday, 16 August, 2024, by the spokesman of the anti-narcotics agency, Femi Babafemi said the 19 convicts top the list of 414 drug traffickers and dealers convicted by the Federal High Court in Benue, Bauchi, Edo, Lagos, Ogun, Gombe and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja between July 1st – 31st 2024 based on charges filed against them by the…
Moving Minds Alliance has urged global leaders and humanitarian actors to prioritise the needs of children and families affected by crises and displacement. A message commemorating the World Humanitarian Day (WHD) signed by the Network Communications Manager of the organisation, Lola Ayanda stated that Moving Minds Alliance being a global network of 39 organisations advocating for more resources to be allocated to support children in crisis, emphasised the critical importance of Early Childhood Development (ECD) in humanitarian settings. The statement read that: “The early years (0-8) are crucial. The first years of life are fundamental for a child’s future. In…
In the wake of recent devastating floods that have severely impacted communities across Nigeria, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has intensified its efforts to mitigate the effects and provide essential relief to those affected. The scale of the disaster is significant, with 27 states affected, over 227,000 people displaced or impacted, 32,837 houses destroyed, and 16,488 hectares of farmland ravaged, according to data from NEMA’s Emergency Operations Centre. This latest flood disaster underscores the vulnerability of many communities across the country to extreme weather events, which are becoming more frequent and severe due to climate change. NEMA’s rapid response…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been advised to partner with the African Union(AU), the United Nations (UN) and the Diaspora Community to intervene in the mediation process with the three Sahelian countries of Niger, Burkina-Faso and Mali in the ongoing plan of bringing them back into the regional bloc. The call was made on Thursday, 15 August, 2024, in Abuja at a forum organised by the West Africa Democracy Solidarity Network (WADEMOS) and Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) Ghana with the theme: “Strengthening Response to Democratic Recession in West Africa: The Role of the Diaspora…
First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON, has stated that for Africa to optimize her abundant natural resources and take a quantum leap in human development, the continent must look inward for solutions, starting with right education for her youth She gave this submission when she received in audience, the Burundian Ambassador to Nigeria, Edouard Nduwimana at the State House Abuja. Addressing the Ambassador, the First Lady said that the solution to Africa’s challenges lies with Africans, noting that it is time for African countries to strengthen the bond of brotherhood among themselves for development on the continent. She…
The captain 3SC Football Club of Ibadan, Malomo Taofeek Ayodeji has left the Oluyole Warriors’ fold, reports thegazellenews.com The attacking winger left Shooting Stars Sports Club after the expiration of his contract with the team at the end of last season. His departure was announced by the Media Officer of the team, Tosin Omotola, via a press statement on Friday, 16 August, 2024. “Soft spoken Malomo, who scored seven goals and provided four assists in the 2023/24 season, has gladly moved to Europe, where he has joined Albanian side FK. Bilis on a 2-year deal,” the statement said. Malomo, was…
Plateau state Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang and the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd) have agreed to strengthen collaboration between the state government and the NDLEA with a view to curbing the scourge of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the state. The duo expressed their preparedness for the renewed partnership in their remarks on Thursday when Mutfwang paid Marwa a courtesy visit at the NDLEA National Headquarters in Abuja. Marwa, while commending the governor for his commitment to ensuring peace, security of lives and property on the Plateau, noted…