Author: Binta Agboola

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State has rejected Governor Alex Otti’s assertion that his administration inherited N191.2 billion in debt from previous governments. Governor Otti recently announced that his administration had paid off N90 billion of this debt within 15 months without taking on new loans. However, Abia State PDP Chairman Abraham Amah countered this claim, stating that past governors of the state never accumulated any debt. “To be clear, the Abia PDP is unaware of the existence of such a debt incurred by the immediate past PDP administration. It will serve the interests of Abians if you…

A United Kingdom-based financial security expert, Dr. Kingsley Aguoru, has called on the Federal Government to establish a financial services authority to tackle the growing menace of financial and cyber crimes in Nigeria. This appeal comes on the heels of the recent arrest of 130 suspects, including 113 foreign nationals, for high-level cybercrimes. According to Aguoru, Nigeria can’t continue to grapple with financial and cyber crimes if the right measures are put in place. He proposed that the financial services authority would operate similarly to the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority, managing financial infrastructure, overseeing payment systems, and collaborating with the…

United States President Joe Biden will address the nation today, pledging a peaceful transfer of power to Donald Trump following his decisive election victory over Kamala Harris. Biden will speak from the White House Rose Garden at 11 a.m. (1600 GMT) to discuss election results and the transition. This move contrasts with Trump’s refusal to accept his 2020 election defeat, culminating in the January 6, 2021, US Capitol assault. Trump’s victory alters the US and global political landscape. Exit polls show voters endorsed his hardline policies, rejecting Biden and Harris’s record, particularly on economy and inflation. World leaders pledged cooperation…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has extended its detention of former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa for another day. This follows his arrest on Monday after reporting to the EFCC office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, regarding allegations of diverting N1.3 trillion. Sources reveal that Okowa faces additional accusations, including failing to account for N40 billion used to acquire shares in UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas and purchasing N40 billion worth of shares in a major bank ¹. Investigators are also probing the diversion of funds to acquire estates in Abuja and Asaba. The Delta State chapter of…

The Ekiti State judiciary has been plunged into mourning following the passing of Chief Judge Oyewole Adeyeye, who died after a brief illness. The sad news was confirmed by the Chief Registrar, Olanike Adegoke, on Tuesday. Adegoke paid tribute to the late Chief Judge, describing him as “a respected jurist who dedicated his life to upholding the principles of fairness, equity, and justice.” She further eulogized, “The contributions of the late CJ to the judiciary and Ekiti State as a whole are immeasurable. His legacy will be deeply missed.” Born in 1960 in Araromi Ugbesi, Ekiti East Local Government Area,…

Baltasar Engonga, Director General of the National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF), has been arrested and imprisoned for allegedly recording over 400 sex tapes with married women, including high-profile individuals such as his brother’s wife, cousin, and the sister of the President of Equatorial Guinea. The scandal emerged during a fraud investigation, which led to the search of his house and office, revealing the explicit videos. The leaked videos have caused a media uproar, prompting the government to take swift action. Vice President Nguema Mangue emphasized that such behavior constitutes a flagrant violation of the Code of Conduct and Public Ethics…

The latest data from Cable.co.uk and We Are Social reveals that Nigerians dedicate an impressive 3 hours and 23 minutes daily to social media, securing the country’s position as fifth globally for average daily online time. This finding places Nigeria just behind Kenya, South Africa, Brazil, and the Philippines in terms of social media engagement. *Global Social Media Rankings* – *Top 5 Countries:* – Kenya (3 hours 43 minutes) – South Africa (3 hours 37 minutes) – Brazil (3 hours 34 minutes) – Philippines (3 hours 33 minutes) – Nigeria (3 hours 23 minutes) – *Other High-Ranking Countries:* – Colombia…

Controversial cross-dresser, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has been released on bail by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bobrisky was arrested on Thursday night at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos while attempting to board an Amsterdam-bound KLM flight. He claimed to have sustained injuries during the arrest, alerting his followers on social media with a distress message: “Nigerians, help me, EFCC just arrested me. I’m badly injured.” The EFCC had been investigating Bobrisky over allegations of bribery, following a voice note shared by social critic Martins Otse, aka VeryDarkMan. In the recording, Bobrisky allegedly claimed…

Former Nigerian presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso has condemned the arraignment of minors involved in the Endbadgovernance protest, expressing shock and concern over their treatment. One of the minors collapsed before the trial began, highlighting the dire situation. Kwankwaso, who ran for president under the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), took to his X page to speak out against the arraignment, describing the experience as “cruel” for the obviously malnourished children who should be in school instead of facing prosecution. Kwankwaso urged the Federal Government to focus on pressing national issues, such as banditry, kidnapping, Boko Haram, unstable electricity, and economic…

In a surprise move, Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi has conceded defeat in the country’s general elections, pledging a smooth transition of power to the opposition. “I wish to congratulate the opposition on their victory and concede the election,” Masisi told reporters at a press conference. This development comes after Masisi’s party, the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), suffered a resounding defeat in the polls, ending its 58-year reign. The opposition, led by Duma Boko, secured a landslide victory, marking a significant shift in the country’s political landscape. Masisi has been commendable in his gracious defeat, emphasizing his commitment to stability and…