It was another glittering feather etched on the hat of Akpakpa Vhighi Vhighi of Edoland, Chief (Prof) Mike Agbedor Abu Ozekhome, SAN, on Saturday, 1st March, 2025, by The Sun Newspaper as he emerged the winner of THE SUN COURAGE IN LEADERSHIP AWARD at its Award ceremony held at Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Distinguished Senators, about 7 Governors, several Federal Executive Council members and other government officials; respected elder statesmen and women, captains of industry, the royalty, the academia, etc, were in full attendance to celebrate some 36 great Nigerians who have distinguished themselves in various fields…
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***Urges Citizens To Be Cautious, Verify Information Before Dissemination The attention of the Nigeria Police Force has been drawn to a false and misleading message circulating on WhatsApp and other social media platforms, alleging the presence of 79 terrorists in the Lugbe axis and environs, and announcing a curfew. This message is entirely untrue and should be disregarded. The Police Force categorically debunks the claims made in the message. From intelligence gathered by the Force Intelligence teams and other security agencies, there are no terrorists taking refuge in the Lugbe area of the Federal Capital Territory. The message, purportedly signed…
By Miriam Humbe On Thursday, February 27, 2025, Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Kaduna Zonal Directorate, arrested 11 suspected internet fraudsters. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Sunday. The suspects were arrested in broad daylight at White Hotel, Chanchangi Local Government Area in Niger state following credible intelligence about their suspected involvement in fraudulent internet activities. Items recovered from them included two vehicles and 13 phones of different brands. The Commission’s operatives carried out the arrest professionally with no motive or tinge of abduction. The suspects will…
By Chief Femi Fani-Kayode. Much has been said and written since President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida’s book, titled ‘A Journey In Service: An Autobiography’ was launched. As to be expected, the reviews are interesting and the commentary has been in some cases good, in some bad and in some ugly. This is a healthy development because the worst that one can do to a book or an essay is to ignore it. Whether you agree with it’s contents or not or whether you like the author or not is not the point: what makes it worth writing is the commentary that…
By Miriam Humbe The Director General and CEO of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Prof. Charles Anosike, has felicitated the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo SAN, on his award as ‘2024 Minister of The Year’ by The Sun Newspaper. Prof. Anosike said: “On behalf of myself, family, management, and staff of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), I congratulate our Honourable Minister, Festus Keyamo SAN, on his award as 2024 Minister of the Year bestowed on him by the Sun Newspaper. “We are proud of his numerous achievements and wish him many more successes in the future”.
By Miriam Humbe Police operatives attached to Angwan Lambu Division, Keffi, Nasarawa State, have arrested a fake soldier and armed robbery suspect following a successful intelligence-led operation. Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed this on Sunday in a statement signed for the Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed. The suspect, identified as Godswill Achili, was apprehended while dressed in military camouflage. Upon interrogation, he confessed to impersonating a soldier and engaging in armed robbery. Further investigations revealed that he is a member of a criminal syndicate operating in both the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and Nasarawa…
By Miriam Humbe The Governor of Kebbi State, Dr. Nasir Idris, has appreciated a Saudi Arabia based international humanitarian organization, King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) for providing food assistance distributed by the National Emergency Management Agency, (NEMA) to vulnerable persons in the State. Speaking at the flag-off distribution of the items in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday, the Governor who was represented by his Deputy, Senator Umar Abubakar also commended NEMA for always being timely in responding to disasters in the State. The Governor said that the timely distribution of the KSrelief food items few days before the…
Recent reports circulating in certain media outlets have made several unfounded allegations against the new Commissioner of Police in Edo State, CP Betty Enekpen Isokpan Otimenyin. These accusations, purportedly from an anonymous “whistleblower,” seek to undermine her leadership and commitment to crime fighting. However, a critical review of the claims reveals inconsistencies, misrepresentations, and an attempt to discredit a dedicated public officer. 1.Commitment to Crime Fighting, Not Personal Gain: The claim that CP Otimenyin is “hell-bent on making money rather than fighting crime” is baseless. Since assuming office, she has implemented strategic measures to enhance security operations in Edo State,…
By Miriam Humbe On 28/02/2025 at about 1600hrs, the Command received a report that one Edobor Edwin, the former Okiaghele of Iguikpe Community Benin-City led thugs to the community shooting sporadically, as a result, the incumbent Okiaghele of the community, Victor Ogierioba and one Efe Agbaoghogho sustained fatal gunshots injuries on the stomach and face respectively. CSP Moses Joel Yamu, Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Edo State Command disclosed this in a statement signed on Saturday. Operatives of the Iyekogba Division alongside that of *Operation Rescue* responded swiftly and arrested one Osator surname not known and Edobor Edwin the principal…
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, extends warm Ramadan greetings to all Muslim Ummah across Nigeria and urges them to utilize this sacred period for deep reflection and fervent prayers for peace, unity, and national progress. Ramadan, a time of spiritual renewal, self-discipline, and communal solidarity, presents a valuable opportunity for all Muslims to strengthen their faith and promote harmony within society. The IGP underscores the significance of interfaith tolerance and peaceful coexistence, calling on religious and community leaders to foster mutual respect and understanding among all Nigerians. Furthermore, the IGP has directed all police officers to uphold…
By Miriam Humbe Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume has, on behalf of the Federal Executive Council (FEC), felicitated with the Muslim faithful on the sighting of the moon which signaled the commencement of fasting in the holy month of Ramadan. Director, Information & Public Relations in the OSGF, Segun Imohiosen disclosed this on Saturday in a statement signed for the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. The SGF urged them to use the holy month to reflect on the purpose and lessons of Ramadan, which include piety, steadfastness, love, charity, and sacrifice, in adherence…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on its relentless efforts in ensuring that economic and financial criminals are brought to justice and towards a more prosperous economic growth of the country. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The Customs Area Controller of the Oyo/Osun Area Command, Comptroller J.O. Adelaja gave the commendation on Thursday, February 27, 2025 when he led a delegation of NCS top officers in the zone on a familiarization visit to the Acting Zonal Director, Ibadan…