By Ayomide Otitoju A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted an application by former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke to amend her suit challenging the final forfeiture order on her seized assets by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Justice Inyang Ekwo granted the request on Monday after Diezani’s lawyer, Godwin Inyinbor, moved the…
By Ayomide Otitoju A Federal High Court in Lagos has ruled that the arrest warrant issued against Ezekiel Onyedikachukwu, the former manager of gospel singer Mercy Chinwo, remains in force. Justice Alexander Owoeye reaffirmed the warrant during proceedings on Monday, following allegations that Onyedikachukwu fraudulently diverted $345,000 in royalties due to Chinwo. The Economic and…
The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has warned that it is “now or never” to finalize a landmark global agreement on pandemic preparedness, following the United States’ withdrawal from negotiations. Speaking at the opening of the 13th round of talks in Geneva on Monday, Tedros stressed that no country could…
Pope Francis, who was hospitalized four days ago for bronchitis, is facing a “complex clinical picture” that will require a longer hospital stay than initially expected, the Vatican announced on Monday. Following the cancellation of events through Monday, the Vatican confirmed that the pope’s weekly Wednesday audience would also be suspended. “Tests conducted in recent…
By Ayomide Otitoju NNPC Limited has successfully concluded its recruitment exercise, emphasizing that the process was conducted with the highest standards of fairness, transparency, and rigor. The company described the exercise as one of the most credible in the country. Expressing appreciation to all applicants, NNPC Limited encouraged those who were not selected to look…
In a move that’s got everyone talking, the Sehindemi Adeolu Campaign Organization (SACO) just handed out FREE Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) forms to deserving students in Ward C, Ijebutedo! This isn’t just a handout; it’s an investment in the future of Somolu’s youth. Local leaders and parents are singing SACO’s praises (and for…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Chief Financial Officer of NNPC Limited, Mr. Dapo Segun, joined industry leaders and the President of Afreximbank, Dr. Benedict Oramah, on a high-level tour of the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) in Abuja. The state-of-the-art facility is expected to transform healthcare in Nigeria and West Africa, focusing on oncology, haematology,…
By Ayomide Otitoju All roads led to Ile-Ife as dignitaries, family members, and well-wishers from across Nigeria and beyond gathered to honor the life and legacy of Late Pa Anthony Oluwadaisi Akinwuntan, the Baale Orunto Adogodo Obalufe Royal Court of the Source. The requiem mass and reception, hosted by his son, Prince Patrick Akinwuntan, former…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerian author and educator Veronica Osanakpo is set to release her debut novel, The Space Between, a poignant exploration of trust, understanding, and the role of family in sustaining enduring love. The novel follows the journey of Ojinaka and Ray as they navigate the complexities of life and relationships. Through their story,…
