You will recall on Tuesday, 7th January 2025, in Uromi, Esan North-East Local Government Area of Edo State, a case of torture, abuse and domestic violence against master jude Joseph Atenegbe 15 years old (House help) by one Mrs. Oluwarotimi aged 31 years old. She planted three foreign substances (contraceptive) on the victim’s body after using a heated metal object in fire to inflict burns, causing serious injuries on his body and genitals. The suspect was promptly arrested by Nigerian Police where she confessed to the crime and blamed her action on the allegation that the boy molested her two…
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By Miriam Humbe The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has called on the federal government to be open and transparent regarding the re-award of the Abuja-Kaduna highway contract. The group stated that the secrecy and lack of clarity surrounding the process violates Nigeria’s public procurement laws. In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Comrade Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, CISLAC demanded an immediate investigation into the procurement process and the individuals involved, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in government contracting. The N252.89 billion contract was re-awarded after being revoked from Julius Berger Nigeria Plc due to pricing disputes…
By Nana Musa The Executive Secretary (ES) of Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD), Tolulope Odunaiya has introduced mobile ‘I AM ALIVE’ confirmation solution. This was contained in a statement issued by PTAD Head, Corporate Communications, Mr Olugbenga Ajayi in Abuja on Tuesday. He said that the ES announced the policy review of the I Am Alive confirmation solution by introducing a Mobile ‘I Am alive’ confirmation to support pensioners. Odunaiya said that it was for those whom could not validate their life status using either facial or fingerprint due to disabilities or health challenges should apply to PTAD for a…
By Miriam Humbe Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, has emphasised the important role the Federal Civil Service plays in promoting national security in the country. Segun Imohiosen, the Director, Information in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation OSGF disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The SGF made the disclosure while delivering a lecture at the National Defence College Course 33 training programme in Abuja. The lecture was themed: “Strengthening Institutions for National Security and Development in Nigeria: Appraisal of the Civil Service”. He stressed that Civil Service has…
By Miriam Humbe The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, UNODC, has sought a more robust working relationship with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head of media and Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. The quest was made in Abuja on Thursday, January 23, 2025 when its Country Representative, Cheikh Ousmane Toure led a staff delegation on a courtesy visit to the EFCC’s Executive Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede at the Commission’s corporate headquarters. Toure, who said that he was eager for knowledge sharing among West African States explained that “this is…
By Miriam Humbe The United States Director of Narcotics and Law Enforcement in the Nigerian Embassy, Candace Spradley, has expressed delight with the efforts and successes of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), in its crusade against economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption, describing them as impressive. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Head of media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. She made the observation in Abuja on Thursday, January 23, 2025 when she led a delegation of officials of Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) on a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman,…
By Miriam Humbe Major General Godwin Mutkut officially assumed command as the new Force Commander (FC) of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) after a handover ceremony at the MNJTF Headquarters, Farcha, in N’Djamena, Chad, on Thursday, 23 January 2025. Lt. Col. Olaniyi Osoba, the Chief Military Information Officer, Headquarters, MNJTF N’djamena, Chad disclosed this in a statement signed on Thursday. Major General Mutkut took over from Major General Ibrahim Sallau Ali, whose tenure was marked by significant achievements in strengthening regional security and counterterrorism efforts across the Lake Chad Basin. In his inaugural address, Major General Mutkut expressed gratitude…
By Miriam Humbe Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have neutralized the abductors of the wife of Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Hakeem Odusumu’s wife and recovered the ransom paid. Force Public Relations Officer, FPRO Olumuyiwa Adejobi confirmed this on Thursday. Mrs Odumosu was dragged out of her jeep by some four hooded men, and taken through a swampy area to an unknown location, six days ago. The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has commended the Police Operatives and Commissioner of Police, CP Ogun State, Lanre Ogunlowo, for a good job. The FPRO said that the Police…
By Nana Musa-Umar The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), Hafsat Bakari, says the country will soon exit the “grey list” of countries under increased monitoring by the Financial Action Task Force (FATT). The FATF uses grey lists to identify countries with deficiencies in their anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) systems. Bakari gave the assurance at National Anti-Money Laundering, Combating Terrorism Financing and Counter Proliferation Financing (AML/CFT/CPF) Compliance Summit, on Tuesday in Abuja. The theme of the summit is : “Shaping the Future of Financial Integrity in Nigeria: Emerging Trends and Best Practices.” Bakari,…
***As IGP Expresses Optimism Towards Improved Policing The Nigeria Police Force is pleased to announce the graduation of 10,000 recruit constables from various training institutions across the country. This milestone event is a testament to the ongoing commitment of the Force to enhance its personnel strength and capacity, ensuring the delivery of effective policing services to the Nigerian populace. The passing out parade ceremony, scheduled to take place on Thursday, 23rd January 2025, will be held at 4 different Police Colleges and 12 Training Schools, to be presided over by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun as the…
By Miriam Humbe The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has obtained a bench warrant from the Federal Capital Territory High Court Apo, Abuja against Jubrin Buba, a staff of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), for refusing to appear for arraignment. Demola Bakare, ICPC’s Director, Public Enlightenment and Education/Spokesperson disclosed this in a statement signed on Wednesday. The case of Federal Republic of Nigeria vs Jubrin Buba came up on Wednesday for arraignment de novo. However, the defendant was not in Court neither was his lawyer nor his surety, despite being duly notified. In…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) notes the announcement by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) approving a 50% adjustment in telecommunications tariffs. While the FCCPC acknowledges the economic pressures faced by telecom operators, including increasing operational costs, we unequivocally state that consumer interests remain paramount. The FCCPC acknowledges the intense pressure faced by the NCC over the years to approve tariff increases due to the rising operational costs experienced by telecom operators, which became more pronounced in recent times. We commend the NCC for adopting a deliberate and measured approach by rationalising the tariff adjustment and linking it…