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The Concerned Citizens of Nigeria have called on the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and its Group CEO, Mele Kyari, to provide full transparency on fuel importation and alleged subsidy payments, despite the recent fixing of local refineries. Addressing journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, the group’s National Coordinator, Okwa Dan, condemned the continued importation of fuel while Dangote Refinery is producing and exporting refined petroleum. He questioned why NNPCL plans to import one million tons of fuel in February, despite local refining capacity. The group also raised concerns over disguised subsidy payments, despite the official removal of subsidies by the Tinubu administration. The Concerned Citizens accused NNPCL of economic sabotage, questioning why it prioritizes foreign refiners over local production. They urged the government to buy from Dangote Refinery to save forex, strengthen the local economy, and reduce inflationary pressure instead of weakening the Na...

A coalition of pro-democracy groups, Concerned Democrats, has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to reopen and investigate all pending corruption allegations against former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister, Rotimi Amaechi. The coalition demands a thorough probe into the petitions from Amaechi’s tenure, full disclosure of the findings, and legal action if wrongdoing is established. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, the group’s convener, Ndubisi Nwogwu, warned that failure to act within the deadline would trigger mass protests at the EFCC headquarters until justice is served. He emphasized that political influence should not be a shield against accountability. The coalition also condemned what they described as Amaechi’s alleged attempts to incite unrest, warning politicians against using desperation to destabilize the country. They stressed that Nigeria has moved beyond an era where political losers could manipulate p...

Veteran musician, Charles Oputa, better known as Charly Boy or Area Fada, has issued a strong warning to Nigerian celebrities, urging them to keep their private lives out of the public eye. This comes in the wake of the recent drama surrounding the divorce of popular musician, 2Face Idibia and his wife, Annie Macaulay. In a recent interview, Charly Boy expressed his concerns, saying; “I feel sorry for the couple (2Face and Annie Idibia). It’s unfortunate. But my advice would be, can we just keep our business private, away from the public?” “Social media has changed a lot but it’s up to the people, too. I’m not talking from a saintly perspective. I have had quarrels with my partner but we settle in the room privately.” “You don’t bring it outside to the public to settle. I think that’s wrong because if I were to stop leaving with my wife today, nobody would know about. I won’t make noise about it.”

By Ali Ibrahim Audu If there is any leader existing today with such attributes of selflessness, any one that is profoundly selfless and self-sacrificing as Sir Ahmadu Bello of Blessed memory, that person is definitely Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi Abubakar. Hon. Abubakar, to mention the least, has an ingrained selflessness, the type that was only exhibited by Sir Ahmadu Bello of blessed memory. None has been able to either imbibe or exhibit such quality after the departure from this world of the late Sage of Northern Nigeria, except this outstanding Parliamentarian. To Hon. Kabir Bichi committing to the needs of others by demonstrating personal sacrifice is synonymous to good governance, coupled with effective and efficient legislative representation. His political jurisdiction encompasses the entire country and his legacy of excellence, stretches far beyond the continent, exhibiting fresh and original humanism and godlike attributes. For instance, as the Chairman, House Committee on Works...

By Richard Onazi    Chibuike Rotimi the son of Amaechi is not a very happy man. He is queasy and beating about the bush. He is always unsure of his direction, always afraid of his destiny. He has failed in his usual vocation, committing political self-distraught this time, so he is an extremely very sad man.   Rotimi want to be heard once more, unfortunately, this time, he is no longer talking, he has lost his composure, and his followership and his political game is over.   This game he has been playing did not start from today. It is just that few people noticed, but those that noticed refused to do anything about it, but paid dearly for it.    Rotimi has been a betrayer all his life, he even betrayed his parents while in the womb. He is not just chronic but ardent, sophisticated and born-with-it betrayer.   It is said, and it is true, that Amaechi has a pathological attachment to betraying people. A senile attachment, a memory repression, dissociati...

There is a relationship between wealth and Power, there is no wealth without Power, cause you need Power to maintain wealth.  Speaking at the Divine intervention and Breakthrough Sunday Service on 2nd February 2025 at the international Headquarters of Grace Nation world-wide in Ojodu Berger Lagos Nigeria, Senior Pastor Grace Nation Global,The Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor said your Love and Passion for the things of God will determines how your will maintain the wealth God gift you.  Teaching on the Topic "Power for Wealth" the Clergyman maintained that the passion to serve God with your full strength in truth and spirit will connect you with what you have been tasting for,it will bring divine connection for breakthrough and Prosperity.  The Generational Prophet of God also links the importance of first fruits to the maintenance of wealth saying when you get the foundation right, you will definitely get all the structures on it right meaning when you partner...

In a bid to ensuring dignity of persons and for the protection of sanctity of our revered traditional institution, the Ogun State Government led by Prince Dapo Abiodun, has placed Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile-Ifo on six months suspension for his uncivil conduct not befitting the status of an Oba.  The decision was reached after the Kabiyesi and his victim were invited by the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Local Govt and Chieftaincy Affairs for interrogation. This became imperative as a result of the reckless utterances and public misconduct of the Kabiyesi as it was evident in the social media and being bandied in the larger public space.  After the investigation conducted on the matter, the Kabiyesi has been suspended and stripped of the paraphernalia of the stool of Olorile-Ifo pending the determination of his culpability or otherwise on the allegation. The foregoing decision was reached by the Ministry in conjunction with the Egba Traditional ...

Afenifere Youths has expressed concern over massive importation of fuel by the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) despite the repair of Port Harcourt and Warri Refineries. Speaking at a press conference in Lagos on Monday, the convener of the group, Isijola Shola, said the NNPCL, despite its claim of having bounced back, has continued to import refined petroleum products.  It said: "As a refresher, NNPCL promised Nigerians that the perennial petrol queues that brought the country to its knees in the past would become a thing of the past but has failed to fulfill the promise.  "It premised this assurance on the maintenance it was carrying out on the four publicly owned refineries.  "Nigerians believed these promises in the expectation that they came from the leadership of what should have been a world-class organisation populated by persons of honour.  "These expectations were shattered. NNPC did not meet up with the timeframes it gave Nigerians e...

It’s rare to see the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele in public spaces; be it church programmes or social gatherings. In his over three decades of operating in the prophetic realm, the outings that this enigmatic man of God has attended can be counted on fingers. His decision not to attend outings isn’t borne out of pride or class. It is a result of divine instruction given to him by God due to the unique ministry placed in his hands but whenever Primate Ayodele steps out, one would have no choice but to acknowledge the grandiose, presence, the aura he possesses. From his attire, which is always all-white including his shoes and hat, to the captivating smile he carries, to his elegant steps, and the highly spiritual people he moves around with, you would know it’s not business as usual when Primate Ayodele steps out. This rare presence was experienced by the over 10,000 audience that attended Judah Mega Praise in Ibadan on Friday, 31st of January, 202...

The Ogun State government has strongly warned residents of the state, especially contractors working around communities within the state, against damaging water infrastructure, stating that it will arrest and prosecute such individuals. The state water corporation, in a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Water Resources, Hon. Damilola Otubanjo further condemned the deliberate attempts by some residents to willfully destroy basic water infrastructure, accusing contractors of destroying pipes along the road during construction without making efforts to replace them. According to her, the corporation is already battling aged and deteriorating facilities without replacement by successive administrations in the state. It, however, promised to rehabilitate and upgrade that infrastructure to improve the quality of potable water supply to the residents, lamenting that these efforts are being frustrated by the constant damage to its faci...

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced its selection as one of the partner banks for the Nigeria Youth Economics Engagement and De-Radicalization Programme (NIYEEDEP)”. NIYEEDEP (Nigerian Youth Economic Engagement and De-Radicalization Programme), is an initiative of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, in collaboration with the Nigerian Senate, through its committee on Sports Development. The primary aim of the initiative is to empower Nigerian Youths for economic growth and Development, nation-building, poverty alleviation and security.   Situating the NIYEEDEP partnership within the Bank’s strategy, Osita Ede, Divisional Head, Product Development, Fidelity Bank Plc explained, “We are delighted to partner with the Federal Government on this noble cause especially as it aligns with brand ethos of helping individuals to grow, inspiring businesses to thrive, and empowering economies to prosper. We believe that Nigeria’s youthful population is a bl...

For his exceptional leadership and contributions to banking and finance, the Board Chairman of Fidelity Bank Plc, Mr Mustafa Chike-Obi, has been presented the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Thisday Awards. At a well-attended event featuring leaders across Nigeria’s public and private sectors, the erudite banking professional joined a host of awardees who were recognized for their leadership across various sectors of the economy. See also  Fidelity Bank Stock Record Over 20% Growth Following Combined Offer Lauding the event organisers for the recognition, Chike-Obi said: “This is one of the proudest moments of my life. I thank the Thisday team, led by the ebullient Prince Nduka Obaigbena, for this award and I wish them every success as they celebrate three decades of impactful reporting.” Also honoured in the Lifetime Achievers category of the Thisday Awards were Atedo Peterside, founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank; Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, founder of Alpine Group; and Maiden Ibru, Chair a...

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has visited the Assistant inspector general of police Zone 2, Adegoke Fayoade, the Lagos state commissioner of police, Ishola Olanrewaju, and several police stations in commemoration of his annual thanksgiving programs. The 2025 Thanksgiving tagged ’21 Days of Appreciation’ began on Sunday, 26th of January 2025 with an award ceremony organized for church members after which he visited members in their homes on Monday. Wednesday, which marked the fourth day of appreciation featured visits to these distinguished personalities mentioned above. During his visit, Primate Ayodele appreciated the gallant officers for their efforts to maintain peace and orderliness in the society. He commended them for being the reason behind the peace experienced across Lagos state. Most especially in tackling armed robbery and cultism, Primate Ayodele commended the police officers for drastically reducing the menace across the state with...

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has kicked off his annual thanksgiving with awards and visitation to church members in their various houses. The 2025 Thanksgiving tagged ’21 days of appreciation’ kicked off on Sunday, 26th of January 2025, just immediately after the church’s annual convention. During the service on Sunday, Primate Ayodele called on dedicated church members and awarded them for their efforts in promoting the gospel of Christ. He gave them medals, indicating his appreciation of their efforts while he empowered some members of the church as he normally does. The appreciation cut across every member of the church including the children who were given school bags and other items in appreciation of their worship in the church. The following day, which was Monday, featured visitations to the houses of church members living in Festac, Amuwo-odofin, and its environs. At the houses of these church members, Primate Ayodele exhibited the pro...

For his exceptional leadership and contributions to banking and finance, the Board Chairman of Fidelity Bank Plc, Mr Mustafa Chike-Obi, has been presented the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Thisday Awards. At a well-attended event featuring leaders across Nigeria’s public and private sectors, the erudite banking professional joined a host of awardees who were recognized for their leadership across various sectors of the economy. Lauding the event organisers for the recognition, Chike-Obi said, “This is one of the proudest moments of my life. I thank the Thisday team, led by the ebullient Prince Nduka Obaigbena, for this award and I wish them every success as they celebrate three decades of impactful reporting.” Also honoured in the Lifetime Achievers category of the Thisday Awards were Atedo Peterside, founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank; Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, founder of Alpine Group; and Maiden Ibru, Chair and Publisher of the Guardian Newspaper. Themed, “When the Going Gets Tough… The To...

Plans are in top gear by the Ogun State Government to leverage the use of technology and the Internet to produce, distribute, and generate clean, quality water for residents. The Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor on SDG and Water Resources, Hon. Damilola Otubanjo, made this known during an assessment tour of water generation facilities in the state capital. Otubanjo also said that the state government will continue to pay a lot of attention to quality assurance, adding that there are several plans by the government to ensure that the water corporation isn't just producing water but producing it sustainably. "We need to have the process flow to make things more automated, and we need to explore the Internet to see how we can leverage technology to make our processes more efficient. "There is a need for us to adopt advanced technology; some of the processes are a bit outdated, so we need to look at how we can optimize and make them more efficient. "There are a...

Union Bank, Nigeria’s leading financial institution, has kicked off its Save and Win Palli Promo 4campaign on a high note following the announcement of its first set of winners in its inaugural monthly draws. The first live draw of this season, which took place at the Bank’s Head Office in Marina, Lagos, rewarded 60 customers with ₦100,000 each. Additionally, 300 other winners went home with ₦50,000 worth of gift vouchers during the inaugural live draw, which was conducted transparently and digitally under the supervision of relevant regulatory bodies. The winners cut across the nation.  Speaking at the first monthly draw, Gloria Omereonye, Union Bank’s Area Business Executive for Lagos Island 1, stated, “Union Bank is always dedicated to rewarding customers for their loyalty and financial discipline. We are pleased that our promo has continued to achieve its noble goals of providing succour to our customers through our gifts and rewards, especially in these economically trying tim...

With the transformative role of technology in education more critical now than ever, this year’s theme for the International Day of Education, “AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation,” highlights the need for inclusive and technology-driven education systems. According to UNICEF, Nigeria’s education system continues to face significant challenges, with the number of out-of-school children rising to 18.3 million. This alarming figure underscores the urgent need for targeted interventions to bridge systemic gaps and improve access to quality education. Education is a thematic focus area for Sterling One Foundation, which in 2024 reached over 20,000 individuals directly and indirectly through impactful programs designed to address these challenges. Through its initiatives, the Foundation has empowered educators and students with STEM-focused tools that integrate innovative teaching methodologies, ensuring inclusive and equitable learning opportunities. The Earl...

The Ogun State Government has warned against any attempt to establish a Sharia Court in the state. The state government, in a statement personally signed by the Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, noted that Sharia Courts cannot be legally constituted by individuals or groups without legal backing. The government was reacting to a notice announcing the launch of a Sharia Court in the state. According to the statement, Ogun State only recognizes courts established through the legal framework of the Nigerian Constitution, adding that a Sharia Court does not form part of the legal framework operating in the state. The statement reads: "The Ogun State Government has noted the circulation of a digital notice announcing the launch of a Shari'ah Court in Ogun State. "No Sharia Court is authorized to operate within Ogun State. The courts that are legally empowered to adjudicate disputes arising within Ogun State are those established by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nige...

More facts have emerged about how Access Bank granted N1billion loan to DDSS International Company Limited, using a property belonging to MOB Integrated Services as collateral without the owner's consent. According to details of the loan obtained by investigators, the property, owned by MOB Integrated Services, was first used to guarantee a loan of N193,139,200 to Balmoral International Limited on May 21, 2013. The credit facilities, referenced AOB/BB/VO/AD/031/05/2013, also included N120 million term loan and N20 million import duty facility. The term of the loan was 180 days from the date of disbursement at 20 per cent per annum. A third-party legal mortgage on the property located at 40B Bourdillion Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, was used as security. Long after Balmoral had repaid and serviced the loan, the bank used the same collateral for another loan, completely unknown to the property owner. The loan of N1 billion was granted to DDSS International Company Limited via an offer letter o...

The Executive Secretary of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), Arch. Sunday Echono, will on Friday, 31 of January deliver the 34th Convocation Lecture of the Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State.   The lecture titled: “TETFUND and Educational Development in Nigeria: The History, The Treasures and Future," will hold at the OGD Hall of the Main Campus, Ago Iwoye.   The University’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Ayodeji Agboola will be the chief host at the convocation lecture, which is expected to attract participants from within and outside the university community, especially the academia, while the Visitor to the University and Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun will be the Guest of Honour.   Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, is a state (owned and operated) university. The university was founded July 7, 1982 as Ogun State University (OSU) and was renamed Olabisi Onabanjo University on May 29, 2001 in honour of Chief (Dr.) Olabisi Onab...

Ogun State Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mr. Olaolu Olabimtan, has said that the State Government’s vision to modernize its eight technical colleges is grounded in the understanding that education and skill acquisition are critical drivers of sustainable growth. Olabimtan, who is the Vice-Chairman of the Steering Committee for the Ogun State Economic Transformation Project (OGSTEP), said that the economic transformation of any state or nation depends significantly on education and skills development. He spoke during an inspection of the ongoing rehabilitation of the Government Technical College, Ajegunle, in Ewekoro Local Government Area of the state.  "One of the pillars of this project is skill development. The whole idea is that you cannot have economic transformation without prioritising education and skill acquisition, which are essential for the State's growth," Olabimtan said. He also called on community leaders to collaborate with the government to ensure ...

The Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools in Ogun State (ASUSS) has commended the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for his generous rewards to Comrade Adewale Kayode, who emerged as one of the Top 50 teachers globally in the prestigious Global Teacher’s Prize, an initiative of Varkey Foundation in collaboration with UNESCO.   Abiodun, had announced a N5 million cash award to the top teacher by the state government,  a bungalow in any part of the state as he may choose, and also his appointment as Ogun State Education Ambassador. In a letter addressed to the governor and signed by ASUSS Chairman in Ogun State,  Comrade Felix Oluwaseun Agbesanwa, the body thanked the governor: “For once again  demonstrating that indeed you are a noble personage by deeming it necessary and fit to recognise, celebrate and honour one of our own, Comrade Adewale Kayode, the Secretary, ASUSS, Odogbolu local government area of Ogun state, and one of the Top 50 teachers g...

Nigeria’s leading commercial bank, Sterling Bank Limited, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to address alleged fraudulent activities linked to Miden Systems Ltd and its director, Dr. Brendan Innocent Usoro. The action followed a series of purported attempts by Usoro to leverage political connections and law enforcement to undermine a court-mandated debt settlement. The Federal High Court delivered a ruling on October 18, 2021, clearly establishing Miden Systems Ltd's liability for outstanding debts and outlining the terms for repayment. Despite this unequivocal judgment, Maurice Igugu, Sterling Bank's Chief Marketing Officer, stated that Miden Systems and Dr. Usoro have engaged in a systematic campaign to evade compliance. The campaign allegedly involves misappropriation of loan funds, manipulation of corporate structures to protect assets and intimidation tactics aimed at bank officials. The bank expressed serious concerns regarding the misuse of the Police ...

The Ogun State Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, has said that the ongoing rehabilitation of technical colleges across the state is meant to attract more students to technical education. He stated that the move would also enable them to compete favorably with their counterparts across the country and contribute significantly to closing the skills gap nationwide. Prof. Arigbabu made this statement during the inspection of the ongoing rehabilitation of Government Technical Colleges at Idiaba and Isabo, Abeokuta, respectively. Expressing satisfaction with the level and quality of work done so far, the Commissioner noted that the rehabilitation of the structures would, in no small measure, contribute to the learning skills of students.  He added that the upgraded facilities would enhance practical learning, foster creativity, and provide a conducive environment for academic excellence. Prof. Arigbabu disclosed that the revamped technical colle...