Siblings remanded over alleged killing of 49-year-old man

An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan, on Tuesday, ordered the remand of two siblings: Latunde Alayemi, 50 and Ayoola Alayemi, 54, in a correctional facility over the alleged killing of a 49-year-old man. The duo, whose addresses were not provided, were charged with conspiracy and murder. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Magistrate, … Read more

South-east governors, others in closed-door meeting

Governors of the five states in the South-east and other leaders in the region have begun a closed-door meeting in Enugu State. The governors and leaders arrived at the Enugu State Government House on Tuesday for the meeting. ASIWAJU MEDIA reports that governors of Imo (Hope Uzodinma), Ebonyi (Francis Nwifuru), Abia and Anambra (Charles Soludo) were … Read more

Terrorists kill another Nigerian university lecturer

FUDMA

Terrorists have killed another university lecturer in the banditry-prone Nigerian North-west region. Tiri David of the Federal University, Dutsinma (FUDMA) in Katsina State was killed on Tuesday by bandits who also kidnapped two of his children during the attack The deceased was the Head of the Department of Agricultural Economics, Extension, and Rural Development at the university. … Read more

Court says declaring Emefiele’s wife wanted illegal

A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos says it is illegal for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to declare the wife of the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Magaret Emefiele, as a wanted person. Justice Deinde Dipeolu stated this in line with the fundamental rights petition that Mrs. Emefiele had submitted. … Read more

Traditional rulers speak on calls for state of emergency in Rivers

Traditional rulers in Rivers State have urged President Bola Tinubu to disregard calls for the declaration of a state of emergency in the state. This was contained in a communique issued at the end of the meeting of the Forum of Chairpersons Local Government Area Council of Traditional Rulers in the state held on Monday in Port … Read more

FG begins effective basic education programme In 111 schools

The Federal Government has commenced the implementation of the Universal basic education, UBE Effective Schools Programme in 111 designated schools across the country. The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, made this known in Abuja during a meeting with States Universal Basic Education Boards, SUBEBs Coordinating Directors, and Head … Read more

Ex-council chairperson files N2bn suit against Nigerian army

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Lucky Okodeh, a former caretaker chairperson, Southern Ijaw Local Council of Bayelsa State, has sued the Nigerian army for allegedly publishing his photograph among those wanted in connection to the killing of 17 soldiers in Okuama, Delta State. Mr Okodeh, in the suit filed before Justice Binta Nyako of a Federal High Court, Abuja by … Read more

SAED Programme Aims to Reduce Poverty and Hunger – Baderinwa

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) programme has been tasked with contributing to the reduction of poverty and hunger in the country. Speaking at the official opening of the SAED programme for the 2024 Batch “B” Stream I Orientation Course at the NYSC Lagos Orientation Camp in Iyana-Ipaja, State … Read more

Shoulder the Responsibility of Representing NYSC, Aladesoun Tasks Corps Members

As part of their orientation program, the 2024 Batch “B” Stream I Corps Members deployed to Lagos received a comprehensive training on public relations at the NYSC Lagos Orientation Camp in Iyana-Ipaja. Mrs. Omolola Aladesoun, Head of Publicity and Protocol, led the session, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a positive image and reputation for the … Read more

Face of Kugjaymedia Online Contest Registration NOW OPEN

Kugjay Media, a leading media outfit in Nigeria, has officially announced the commencement of registration for the highly anticipated Face of Kugjaymedia online contest. As of today, aspiring contestants from across the country can showcase their talents and participate in this exciting opportunity. The contest, which promises to be a thrilling experience, provides a platform … Read more