Yakubu Eleto, a lawyer, has accused some workers at the Lagos State House of Assembly, led by the Chief Security Officer, of brutalising him when he attempted to serve the Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, with a suit. Eleto, who spoke on Saturday, alleged that he was beaten to a pulp and taken to the Alausa Police Station, where he collapsed. He claimed that the police later put him in a vehicle, where he was kept for several hours before he was released. It was learnt that the incident happened on Friday.…
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Prison O/C allegedly seduced inmate’s wife, paid aggrieved husband N10,000 ‘bride price
The Officer in Charge of the Suleja Custodial Centre, AbdulRahman Musa, an Assistant Controller of Corrections, has allegedly seduced and married the wife of an inmate under his custody. Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service NCoS, Haliru Nababa has initiated a high-level disciplinary procedure into the circumstances leading to the illicit marriage contract. The inmate (names withheld) is currently awaiting trial at the facility on charges of armed robbery and possession of illegal firearms. While his wife had been visiting him regularly, she was said to have recently complained…
Read MoreAdo Bayero to Buhari: Nigerians are hungry
Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, the Emir of Kano, has said the present economic situation in the country is inflicting untold hardship on Nigerians, urging the government to urgently find a lasting solution. The monarch, who raised the concern yesterday while receiving President Muhammadu Buhari at his palace, said: “Nigerians are suffering from perpetual hunger coupled with security challenges.” Citing the high cost of food and consumables in the country, occasioned by hyperinflation, urged the Federal Government to ease the economic crunch impoverishing the masses. He equally drew Buhari’s attention to…
Read MoreWoman arrested for locking up five-year-old nephew for six months
A 43-year-old woman, Sharon Williams, has been arrested by the police in Lagos State for allegedly locking up and assaulting her five-year-old nephew, Micheal Ibiyome, for six months. Ibiyome lived with the suspect in Gberigbe community, in the Ikorodu area of the state. It was learnt that the suspect allegedly used a cutlass to inflict injuries on the back of Ibiyome’s head. It was gathered that a neighbour reported the matter to the Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs, which transferred the case to the state Ministry of Youths, Sports…
Read MoreArmy General killed by bandits along Lokoja-Abuja highway
Former Provost Marshal of the Nigerian Army, Major General Hussaini Ahmed was on Thursday assassinated by suspected bandits along the Lokoja-Abuja highway. The General was said to be coming from Okene with his in-law when they were attacked by the gunmen who also kidnapped his in law. The gunmen were said to have suddenly sprung out from the bush and opened fire on his vehicle. General Hussaini who is presently posted to the Nigerian Army Resource Centre, Abuja did not travel with escorts. The Director, Army Public Relations, Brigadier General…
Read MoreFG declares Tuesday, Wednesday as public holidays for Eid-el-Kabir
The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Tuesday, July 20 and Wednesday, July 21, 2021, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Muslim faithful and Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora on this occasion. “I call on Muslims to continue to imbibe the spirit of love, peace, kindness and sacrifice, as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon Him) and to also use the period to…
Read MoreKwara APC suspends Lai Mohammed’s loyalists
Eleven members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) were suspended by the party hierarchy. These men are believed to be loyalists of the Minister of Information and Culture Alhaji Lai Mohammed. They were suspended for allegedly indulging in anti-party activities. The suspension letter, dated February 5, 2021, was signed by the National Secretary, Caretaker/Extra-ordinary National Convention Planning Committee, Sen. James Akpanudoedehe, and addressed to Kwara State chairman, Hon. Abdullahi Samari Abubakar. Those affected are Joseph Tsado, Bamidele Ogunbayo, Issa Fulani, Imam Abdulkadir, Morufu Olaniyi Yusuf, Saludeen Lukman, Kerebu Fatai, Bola…
Read MorePositioned for Growth: Guaranty Trust Bank Completes Corporate Reorganization
Aiming to strengthen its long-term competitiveness and growth prospects, Guaranty Trust Bank plc has completed its re-organisation to a Holding Company Structure. Under the terms of the re-organisation, a new operating company has been established and amendments made to the articles of incorporation for a corporate name change. The corporate name of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc and GTCO Plc will be used by the newly established operating company. The newly established Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc is also pleased to announce its new Board of Directors as well…
Read MoreHow 6 Finalists Will Emerge from FirstBank’s Sponsored The Voice Nigeria Season 3 Second Live Show
https://www.instagram.com/p/CRPIjiBL4CF/?utm_medium=copy_link By Israel Bolaji Six finalists are expected to emerge through the viewers votes following the second live show of the FirstBank Sponsored The Voice Nigeria Season 3. UN1TY Limited and Livespot360, producers of the global talents reality series, explained how to vote on the voice Nigeria season 3, sponsored by FirstBank, Baba Ijebu and Airtel. To keep their favourite vocalists on the show, viewers have to dial *894*7*talent’s code#. To know the voting code of your preferred contestant to save, visit the Bank’s official Instagram handle and get voting:…
Read MoreWe suspect conspiracy in Ataga’s murder -CP
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Hakeem Odumosu has stated that aside from a University of Lagos student, Chidinma Ojukwu, more suspects had been arrested in connection with the murder of Super TV’s boss, Usifo Ataga. Odumosu made this known while parading no fewer than 1,320 suspects for allegedly terrorising and robbing residents of their valuables in various areas of the state. Speaking at the command headquarters at Ikeja on Wednesday, Odumosu said the suspects were arrested with weapons and hard drugs, adding that the command was committed to reducing…
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