By Ayomide Otitoju The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called on Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja to dismiss an application filed by former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, challenging the court’s jurisdiction to hear his case. Represented by Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN),…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos, has set aside a bench warrant issued against Ahmed Kuru, the former Managing Director of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON). The warrant was previously issued due to his absence at an arraignment for alleged involvement in a ₦76 billion fraud case. Justice Mojisola…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has defended the ongoing demolition of properties in Abuja, stating that he remains undeterred by accusations and blackmail. Speaking during the distribution of operational vehicles to security agencies at the FCTA Secretariat in Abuja on Thursday, Wike justified the actions of the…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc, a leading financial institution, recently hosted its loyal customers to a star-studded evening of entertainment, fine dining, and elegance at its Customer Appreciation Party, themed “Winning Together.” The event, held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the Fidelity Oniru Grounds in Lekki, Lagos, attracted an array of distinguished guests,…
By Ayomide Otitoju FIFA is set to announce on Wednesday that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, while a joint bid from Morocco, Spain, and Portugal has been awarded the 2030 tournament, which will also include matches in South America. The decision will be finalized during a FIFA Congress held virtually, where voting…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commands of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have assured residents of enhanced security measures as both agencies strengthen collaboration. This commitment was highlighted during a courtesy visit by the FCT Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, to the FCT…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigerians on social media are embroiled in a heated debate concerning Kemi Badenoch, the head of Britain’s Conservative Party, following remarks made by Vice President Kashim Shettima condemning her comments about Nigeria. Badenoch, a Conservative MP since 2017, was born in London to Nigerian parents but spent a significant part of her…
By Ayomide Otitoju Access Bank Plc has announced a binding agreement for the acquisition of a 100% equity stake in Bidvest Bank Limited from South African-based Bidvest Group Limited. The news, confirmed in an official statement, marks a significant step in Access Bank’s strategy to enhance its presence in South Africa and reinforce its position…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced on Wednesday that his administration will collaborate with the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development to ensure the successful development of the 2,000 Housing Units for the Lagos Renewed Hope City project in the Ibeju Lekki area. During a courtesy visit from the Minister of…
