Author: Binta Agboola

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) bid to arrest former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello on Wednesday was thwarted by his successor, Governor Usman Ododo. Bello is wanted over an alleged N80.2 billion fraud case. This incident marks the second time Ododo has helped Bello evade arrest, following a similar attempt in April. EFCC operatives had laid siege to the Kogi State Government Lodge in Abuja, but Ododo’s intervention, leveraging his immunity as a sitting governor, allowed Bello to escape arrest. An EFCC official revealed that Ododo’s actions prevented them from carrying out their duties, stating, “Yahaya Bello has…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum has reaffirmed its support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the leader of the party in Rivers State, despite opposition from former Governor Nyesom Wike. Wike, now Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, had warned the governors to stay out of Rivers State’s affairs, threatening to retaliate in their respective states if they continued to back Fubara. Chairman of the PDP Governors Forum, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, maintained that the decision to recognize Fubara’s leadership is irreversible. “The decision is in order and that is how it is supposed to be. Governor…

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has endorsed Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez for the 2024 Ballon d’Or award, describing him as “sensational.” _Praise for Martinez_ Ahead of Manchester City’s UEFA Champions League clash with Inter Milan on Wednesday, Guardiola expressed admiration for Martinez’s exceptional talent. “Lautaro Martínez can definitely win the Ballon d’Or; I would rather a Man City player won that accolade, but he is a sensational player.” _Martinez’s Credentials_ Martinez, among the 30-man Ballon d’Or shortlist, boasts impressive credentials, including captaining Argentina to World Cup and Copa América triumphs. _Guardiola’s Analysis_ “If you are a captain, a forward,…

Sean “Diddy” Combs, the influential rap mogul, was arrested by federal agents in Manhattan on Monday, marking a stunning fall from grace amid mounting sex trafficking and assault allegations. According to US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Damian Williams, the arrest stemmed from a sealed indictment. “We expect to move to unseal the indictment in the morning and will have more to say at that time,” Williams stated. Combs’s lawyer, Marc Agnifilo, revealed that his client had voluntarily relocated to New York anticipating the charges. “We are disappointed with the decision to pursue what we believe is…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has confirmed that telecommunications operators will commence disconnecting mobile telephone lines not linked to National Identification Numbers (NIN) starting today, September 15. The NCC had set a deadline of September 14 for subscribers to link their SIM cards to their NIN, and with the expiration of this deadline, approximately 66 million unlinked lines are at risk of disconnection. An NCC official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, dismissed any possibility of an extension, stating, “We will disconnect anyone who refuses to comply; the grace period is over.” The official emphasized that the commission has no…

Lionel Messi made a stunning comeback from injury, scoring two goals and providing an assist in Inter Miami’s 3-1 win over Philadelphia Union in Major League Soccer. Injury Layoff: Messi missed eight MLS games, World Cup qualifiers. Return to Form: Two goals, one assist in 90-minute performance. Quote: “The truth is that I’m a little tired… but I really wanted to come back.” – Lionel Messi Coach’s Praise: Gerardo Martino delighted with Messi’s performance. MLS Standings: Inter Miami extends lead to 62 points, 10 points clear. Messi’s Stats: 14 goals in 13 games, fastest to 15 goals, 15 assists in…

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reiterated his threat to unleash “fire” on states of governors meddling in Rivers State’s political crisis. Background: Wike and Rivers Governor Sim Fubara locked in battle for control. PDP Governors Forum’s Stance: Forum backs Fubara, angers Wike. Wike’s Warning: “I said it to the governors forum and I repeat without any apologies… Heaven will never fall.” Personal Relationships: Wike claims familiarity with governors, except Zamfara’s. Party Constitution: Wike defends Rivers PDP structure, accuses governors of violating party processes. Defiance: Wike refuses to back down, citing his position as FCT Minister from…

Petroleum marketers have challenged Dangote Refinery to reveal its Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) price, amid claims of lower prices. Marketers’ Concern: Products Retail Outlets Owners Association President Billy Gillis-Harry and Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria President Abubakar Maigandi expressed concerns. Unknown Price: Gillis-Harry asked, “What is the price of DRL petrol? Why don’t Dangote Refinery give us a price list?” Partnership Condition: “We are willing to partner with Dangote Refinery based on a fair price… We partner on the basis that we can sell with a human face,” Gillis-Harry stated. No Boycott: Maigandi denied boycotting Dangote Refinery’s petrol, stressing…

Renowned Nigerian comedian, Bright Okpocha, popularly known as Basketmouth, has publicly revealed his new romantic partner. New Chapter: Basketmouth shared a cozy video with his new lover on Instagram, captioning it: “About to step into the next chapter of my life.” Post-Divorce: This comes barely two years after his divorce from ex-wife Elsie, with whom he spent 12 years. Past Relationship: Basketmouth and Elsie parted ways in December 2022, ending their long-term marriage. Public Declaration: The comedian’s Instagram post marks a public declaration of his new relationship. Fans React: Followers and fans have flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has lambasted the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party, saying their inability to resolve their internal leadership crises renders them unfit to govern Nigeria. In a scathing statement titled “Salihu Lukman: A Cantankerous Political Rodomont,” APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, also berated former party chieftain, Salihu Lukman, for criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Lukman had recently praised the PDP’s 16-year tenure as better than the APC’s nine-year rule, accusing Tinubu and his predecessor, Muhammadu Buhari, of failing Nigerians. Morka expressed shock at Lukman’s remarks, noting that the former APC stalwart once held…