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Fake Doctor Earned N17m Using Friend’s Certificate for Health Ministry Job – ICPC

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The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has secured the conviction of Mr. Martins Ugwu, who impersonated his best friend and used his certificate to secure employment at the Federal Ministry of Health. Ugwu was charged in February 2016 with a seven-count indictment before Justice Abubakar Idris Kutigi at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Jabi, Abuja. He was accused of submitting false statements to the chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) to obtain his position at the ministry in 2006. The ICPC stated that…

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DSS Threatens Legal Action Against Channels TV Guest Over Torture Allegations

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has issued a legal threat to Khalid Aminu, an #EndBadGovernance protester, over his recent claims of torture while in DSS custody. Aminu, an engineer by profession, alleged during a Channels Television interview that he was brutally treated following his arrest during the August protests in Kano and other northern states. Detailing his experience, Aminu claimed, “On the 3rd (of August), they arrested us at NEPA Roundabout. Immediately, they began beating us with boots, kicks, and other forms of physical assault. At the command, I…

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Ex-Governor Bello Pleads Not Guilty to 16-Count Corruption Charge

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The former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, on Wednesday, pleaded not guilty to a 16-count charge filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bello appeared before Justice Maryann Anenih at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Maitama, alongside two co-defendants, Umar Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu. The trio is accused of involvement in a N110 billion fraud case. Bello’s whereabouts had reportedly been unknown until his surrender to the EFCC, following a prolonged standoff. He appeared in court at around 9:45 am, dressed…

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Suspended Sanwo-Olu Aide’s Comments on Alleged Executions Spark Calls for Investigation

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Controversy has erupted following remarks made by Mr. Wale Ajetunmobi, the suspended Senior Special Assistant on Print Media to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, regarding alleged extrajudicial actions. In a now-deleted post on social media, Ajetunmobi claimed that individuals who burned down Television Continental (TVC) during the #EndSARS protests in Lagos were “hunted and executed.” This comment has been widely interpreted as a potential admission of state-sponsored extrajudicial killings during the 2020 protests against police brutality. Among Ajetunmobi’s claims was an account of a young cooking gas trader from Ketu,…

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Two US-based Nigerians sentenced to 30 years imprisonment over $3.5m romance scam

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A United States federal court has sentenced Anthony Ibekie and Samuel Aniukwu to a combined 30 years in prison for defrauding American citizens of $3.5 million. According to a statement from the US Department of Justice, the two orchestrated a romance scam, deceiving victims with false claims about inheriting substantial fortunes that required upfront payments to access. The statement noted that a covert investigation by law enforcement uncovered the fraud schemes. It explained: “An undercover investigation led to federal prison sentences for two Nigerian nationals living in Chicago suburbs who…

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Port Harcourt Refinery Begins Crude Oil Processing

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The Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has announced that the Port Harcourt Refinery in Rivers State has officially commenced crude oil processing. The company’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Femi Soneye, shared the update, stating that the refinery will operate at 60 percent capacity, processing 60,000 barrels of crude oil per day. “Today marks a monumental achievement for Nigeria as the Port Harcourt Refinery officially begins crude oil processing,” Soneye remarked, describing the development as a milestone for energy independence and economic growth. He also commended the efforts of President…

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UK based Nigerian man dumps lady after family requested N3.5m bride price list

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A matchmaker who specialises in connecting males and females for relationship via her social media handle, Princess Adeola on X(formerly known as Twitter), explains how a Nigerian man living in the UK reportedly backed out of a marriage proposal due to an expensive traditional bride price list presented by the woman’s family. The explains the man’s emotional challenges and how it affects cultural practices that might discourage potential suitors. The bride price list, intended to honour the bride’s family, had sum of N500,000 as father’s bride price and mother’s, N300,000.…

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Fidelity Bank to give out N159million in GAIM 6 promo

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Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced that it will be giving out N159 million to lucky customers in its recently launched Get Alerts in Millions Season 6, (GAIM 6) promo. Speaking at the press conference to kick off the promo at the bank’s Lagos head office, Executive Director, Lagos & South-West, Fidelity Bank Plc and the Promo Committee Chairman, Dr Ken Opara, said that the aim of the promo was to build a culture of financial discipline and enable the bank’s customers improve their standard of living, achieve…

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IPOB distances self from Simon Ekpa

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The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have disassociated themselves from Simon Ekpa, who claims to be the Prime Minister of the Biafra Government in Exile (BRGIE). Ekpa, along with four others, was arrested in Finland over allegations of terror-related activities. Finnish authorities stated that he is suspected of public incitement to commit a crime with terrorist intent, while the others were arrested for financing such activities. According to Finnish police, the suspect has allegedly used his social media platforms to promote actions that resulted in violence against civilians and authorities…

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Hemp smoker blamed for fire at Limawa Day Secondary School, Minna

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A block of classrooms at Limawa Day Secondary School in Minna, Niger State, was engulfed in flames on Thursday evening, reportedly started by suspected hemp smokers. The fire was promptly extinguished by firefighters from the Niger State Federal Fire Service. According to eyewitnesses, a group of young boys frequently gathered on the school premises to smoke hemp. Ibrahim Mohammed, an eyewitness, shared how the fire started: “These boys always come here to smoke, and with the harmattan season, fires can start easily. Yesterday, they dropped a burning butt in one…

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