The Supreme Court of Nigeria, on Wednesday, in Abuja, affirmed the six years imprisonment imposed on former Federal Director of Pensions (FDP), John Yusuf, who was accused of stealing N32.8billion police pension money. The N22.9billion huge sum was part of the police pension fund he admitted before a High Court of the Federal Capital Territory
Resign now, Enough is Enough – Northern Elders to Buhari
The Northern Elders Forum, NEF, yesterday, asked President Muhammadu Buhari to immediately resign from his position because he has failed to address the issues of killings, kidnappings, and general insecurity in the country. The NEF in a statement by its Director, Publicity and Advocacy, Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, said the Nigerian constitution allows the President to step
Independence bridge, Maryland lagos caught fire (video)
Early morning fire 🔥 incident erupted at independence bridge, Maryland, Lagos. The fire is believed to have been caused by high electric tension wire pole close the bridge thereby dropping flames of fire on the road. It could be seen at the upper part of the bridge, obviously at the transformer that later blew up.
Revealed : Osinachi’s husband has secret wife
PETER Nwachukwu, the husband of late gospel music star, Osinachi, has a ‘secret’ wife outside of their turbulent union, Vanguard can authoritatively report. Nwachukwu is believed to have wedded the woman with whom he shares a romantic relationship in a church but hid the union from Osinachi and her family. The romance, which began before
#ASUUstrike: Details of FG’s meeting with lecturers emerge
The Federal Government has insisted it supports the renegotiation of the welfare package for university workers in line with current realities. The Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, stated this during a meeting with members of the 2009 FG and university-based unions renegotiation committee on Monday. Ngige admitted the government was not pleased with
Multiple People Shot In New York City Subway
At least 13 people have been shot in an incident during morning rush hour at a New York subway station. According to local media, shots were fired at the 36th Street station in Sunset Park around 0830 local time (1330 GMT) on Tuesday morning. Photos from the scene show bloodied passengers lying on the station
FG Approves New Federal Polytechnics
The Federal Government has approved three new Federal Polytechnics, as part of efforts to make tertiary education more accessible in the country. The polytechnics will be sited in Umunnoechi, Abia State, Orogun Delta State, and Kabo in Kano State. According to a statement by the Director, Press and Public Relations, the Federal Ministry of Education,
Obi Cubana celebrates his birthday
Today, April 12 is the birthday of Obinna iyiegbu (Obi Cubana) and he has decided to make it loud. The Odogwu Bitters crooner is set to throw a party in Abuja today which headlines Phyno and Dj Big N. Congratulations 🎊 to the generous Obi Cubana…
FG, ASUU meet to resume negotiation
ASUU President, Prof Emmanuel Osodeke and Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige The Federal Government through the Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, is set to meet with the Academic Staff Union of Universities today, Monday, April 11, 2022, The PUNCH reports. The meeting which is scheduled to commence by 5 p.m will
MTN Gets CBN Approval To Operate Payment Service Bank
Telecommunication giant, MTN, has received the final approval to operate as Momo Payment Service Bank Limited (Momo PSB). The approval was granted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), according to a statement issued on Monday by MTN Secretary, Uro Ukpanah. “MTN Nigeria Communications PIc (MN Nigeria) announces the receipt of a letter dated 8