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Saturday, 15 March 2025
Crime

Court Grants Bristol N5 Million Bail with One Surety

Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to Isaac Bristol, identified by the police as the whistleblower behind the PIDOMNigeria account on X.   Justice Emeka Nwite approved a N5 million bail for Bristol, with one surety in the same amount.   The ruling followed a motion on notice filed by Deji Adeyanju, who […]

News

FG to Implement Tolls on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, 2nd Niger Bridge, Others

Works Minister Dave Umahi believes Nigerians are willing to pay for quality roads, provided their safety and comfort are ensured.     Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, stated that the Federal Government will introduce tolls on major highways across the country once construction and renovation are completed.     “We’re tolling the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway as […]

News

NUC Approves B.Sc Cybersecurity, B.Sc Software Engineering, and 6 Other New Courses at FUNAAB

In a bid to expand its academic portfolio and address the rising demand for higher education among Nigerian youths, the National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved eight new programmes at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB).   These programmes are set to commence in the 2024/2025 Academic Session, positioning FUNAAB to compete globally.   […]

News

Ogun Government, UNFPA Collaborate to Tackle Gender-Based Violence

In a bid to improve the response to Gender-Based Violence (GBV) cases, the Ogun State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), organized a retreat for Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) service providers.   During the retreat in Abeokuta, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hon. Adijat […]

Business

Oyelese: Ogun State Land Reforms Enhance Quality of Life and Economic Activity

The Ogun State Bureau of Lands and Survey has implemented several initiatives that have enhanced land administration and improved the ease of doing business, significantly boosting the state’s economy and quality of life.   Speaking during an interview with journalists at her office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Special Adviser to the Governor on Lands and Survey, […]

News

Senate Confirms Kekere-Ekun as Nigeria’s Chief Justice

The Senate has officially confirmed Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the Chief Justice of Nigeria, following a successful screening.   This confirmation follows a request from President Bola Tinubu, outlined in his letter to the Senate in accordance with Section 231(1) of the Nigerian Constitution.   Justice Kekere-Ekun, who had been serving as Acting Chief Justice […]

News

Motorcycle Union Denies Allegations of Fake Ticket Sales in Lagos

The Motorcycle Operators Union of Nigeria (MOUN) has firmly dismissed allegations that it distributes counterfeit tickets to commercial motorcyclists in Lagos.   In a statement from Abuja, National President Alhaji Rasak Olusola Sotayo called the accusations false and aimed at damaging the union’s standing.   Sotayo assured the public that MOUN operates within legal boundaries, […]

Crime

Money Laundering Case: Court Delays Proceedings as Yahaya Bello Takes Appeal to Supreme Court

The Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed the money laundering case involving former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), until October 30, 2024.   The delay, ordered by Justice Emeka Nwite, follows Bello’s move to appeal an arrest warrant issued by the court on April 17 […]

News

Gov. Abiodun Announces New Funding Initiative to Enhance Primary Health Centers’ Performance

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, revealed on Tuesday that his administration will soon commence the distribution of grants and resources to the 236 Primary Health Centres (PHCs) statewide. This initiative aims to align the facilities with the standards set by the World Health Organization.   Governor Abiodun made this announcement during a visit from […]