Court sentences Gospel singer Osinachi’s husband to death

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A Federal Capital Territory High Court sitting in Wuse Zone 2, Abuja, has sentenced Peter Nwachukwu, the husband of gospel singer Osinachi Nwachukwu, to death by hanging. In a verdict delivered on Monday, Justice Nwosu-Iheme found Nwachukwu guilty of culpable homicide over the tragic death of his wife on April 8, 2022, a case that shocked the nation and reignited urgent conversations about domestic violence in Nigeria’s religious and social circles. The judge held that the prosecution, led by the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation (OAGF), had established…

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Fidelity Bank’s FY 2024 Performance Praised by Shareholders

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Shareholders of tier one lender, Fidelity Bank, have applauded the board and management of the bank for delivering an outstanding performance in FY 2024. Speaking at the bank’s 37th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held virtually on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, the National Chairman of The Progressive Shareholders Association, Chief Boniface Okezie, praised the bank, saying, “This is a superlative performance and we the shareholders are grateful to management and staff for giving us a bank to be proud of. It is also important to note that the bank has earned…

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C-One To Acquire Bankly Microfinance Bank … …to restore Stability and Accelerate Growth

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C-One Ventures Platform (C-One) today announced it has entered into an agreement to invest and acquire the licences, technology and select assets of the Nigerian operations of Bankly -a licensed microfinance bank and fintech leader known for bridging financial access gaps across Nigeria’s informal economy. The deal which is subject to regulatory approvals including from the Central Bank of Nigeria, reflects C‑One’s commitment to ensuring stability, protecting customers, and building a more resilient financial services platform. Upon completion, it will see Bankly’s services and talent integrated with complementary offerings from…

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King Sunny Ade is safe, sound – Manager

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Family of Juju musician Sunday Adegeye, popularly known as King Sunny Ade, KSA, has dismissed rumours making the rounds about his disappearance, saying ” he is safe and sound.” One of his children, who doubles as his manager, Dayo Adegeye, made the clarification in a statement on Tuesday. Adegeye dismissed the rumour, describing it as a “malicious” attempt to tarnish the legendary musician’s image. According to him, “We want to assure the public that King Sunny Ade is safe and sound. “There is no truth to the kidnapping rumor, and…

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Wanted socialite, Aisha Achimugu arrested at Abuja airport

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Businesswoman Aisha Achimugu has been arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. It was gathered that Achimugu was arrested around 5am shortly after her return from London. Achimugu had been declared wanted in March by the EFCC over allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering. On Monday, the Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice I.E. Ekwo, had ordered her to appear before the EFCC on Tuesday, and also to appear before the court on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Her…

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Doctor, others remanded for procuring abortion for 10-year-old

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Two men, Adebowale Adegboye, and Idowu Akinseye have been remanded in prison custody on the order of an Ondo State Magistrate Court, sitting in Akure, for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl (name withheld). While Adegboye is the father of the victim, Akinseye is her stepfather. The duo were alleged to have had carnal knowledge of the victim at different times in Akure, the state capital before they were arrested by the men of the state police command. Also, a medical doctor, Israel Ojo, who allegedly aborted the pregnancy for the…

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Access Bank staff filming colleagues in restrooms sacked

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Stephen Ifeanyichukwu Ejezie, a staff with the Access Bank, accused of secretly filming colleagues in the bank’s restrooms has been sacked. In a statement signed by the bank’s management in response to the incident, Access Bank confirmed that the incident had been escalated to the appropriate authorities and that an investigation is underway. “We uphold a zero-tolerance policy towards harassment and any form of privacy violation,” the statement read. “We are fully cooperating with the authorities and engaging with affected employees to provide all necessary support.” The bank urged the…

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Governor Fintiri suspends Emir indefinitely over corruption in Adamawa

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Emir of Daware, Alhaji Hassan Ja’afaru has been suspended indefinitely by Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, over allegations of corruption, maladministration, breach of security, confiscation of farmlands, and creating a leadership vacuum due to prolonged absence from his domain. The suspension followed an investigation into a series of allegations levelled against the traditional ruler, who previously served as the district head of Daware in the Fufore Local Government Area. The letter of suspension was dated April 25, 2025, and signed by the Permanent Secretary of Chieftaincy Affairs, Adama Mamman, on…

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Natasha Akpoti’s apology letter mocks Senate President

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A satirical apology letter was tendered to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio by the suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Udaughan on Sunday. Although, Senator Akpabio is currently in Rome where he led a Federal Government delegation to the Vatican for the late Pope Francis’ funeral, but a copy of the letter of ‘apology’ was made available to newsmen in Abuja. The letter read: “Dear Distinguished Senate President Godswill Akpabio, It is with the deepest sarcasm and utmost theatrical regret that I tender this apology for the grievous crime…

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Osun monarch, pastor admit to COVID-19 fraud in US

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Oba Joseph Oloyede, the Apetu of Ipetumodu in Osun State, and a Nigerian pastor, Edward Oluwasanmi are facing possible prison sentences in the United States after pleading guilty to charges of COVID-19 relief fraud. Oba Oloyede, a US-based accountant and information system expert, was appointed the new Apetu in July 2019. The monarch and Oluwasanmi were arrested in early 2024 for their roles in a scheme to fraudulently obtain $4.2m in COVID-19 relief funds. The two men were charged with 13 counts of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud,…

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