Breaking | FG withdraws forgery charges against Saraki, Ekweremadu

The Federal Government of Nigeria has filed a motion to withdraw the charge of criminal conspiracy against Senate President Bukola Saraki and his Deputy, Ike Ekweremadu.

An affidavit in support of the motion was filed before the High Court of Federal Capital Territory on Thursday by a litigation officer from the Federal Ministry of Justice, Odubu Loveme.

Messrs. Saraki and Ekweremadu, as well as a former Clerk of the National Assembly, Salisu Maikasuwa, and a former Deputy clerk, Ben Efeturi, were first arraigned before Justice Yusuf Halilu on June 10, 2016 via charge No. CR/219/16.

#EdoDecides: INEC presents certificates of return to Obaseki

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Thursday in Benin, presented certificates of return to Godwin Obaseki and his deputy, Philip Shuaibu, winners of Edo gubernatorial election.

Dr Mustafa Muhammed, INEC National Commissioner in-charge of South-South zone, presented the certificates to the governor-elect and his deputy.

In a brief remark, Obaseki said he dedicated his victory to God Almighty, adding that one of the reasons he contested the poll was to expand and attract resources into state.

N4 billion Fraud: EFCC arrest ‘wonder bank’ operator in Enugu

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, yesterday arrested the Managing Director of “Lets Partner With You Ltd”, Mr. Patrick Shanchi Nwokike at his residence in Enugu, Enugu state.

It was gathered that his arrest was following over a hundred petitions from across the country over his alleged operation of a Wonder bank.

Petitions from a cross section of Nigerians and cutting across religious, gender, ethnic, economic and social class, indicate that the company had over the past five years solicited and obtained deposits of more than N4,000,000,000 (Four Billion Naira Only) from the general public with promise of mouth-watering interest in return.

Tanko Yakasai blames current economy mess on below par appointee of Pres Buhari

Second Republic politician, who was once the Special Adviser to the President on National Assembly, Alhaji Tanko Yakasai, has affirmed that some current members of President Muhammadu Buhari’s cabinet are incompetent.

According to him, most of the appointees do not posses what it takes to serve as minister, hence the reason for the current confusion and economic mess.

The elder statesman also believes that the much-publicized anti-corruption crusade championed by the current government was overrated, adding that the presidency was only using the anti-graft agency as propaganda tool to punish preserved political enemies.

Typhoon Chaba Hits South Korea, Six Killed

At least six people have been killed after Typhoon Chaba battered South Korea, authorities said.

The southern cities of Busan and Ulsan were worst affected, as well as the resort island of Jeju.

Transport, schools, factories and the country's main port ground to a halt. Footage showed muddy floodwaters rushing through city streets.

NFF to offset Super Eagles’ Tanzania Match Bonuses

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has promised to offset the Super Eagles win bonus for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Tanzania.

The Eagles defeated the Tanzanians 1- 0 in September during a final 2017 AFCON qualifier in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital in southeast Nigeria.

Yemi Osinbajo says Corruption Largely Affected Anti-Insurgency War

Nigeria’s Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, says massive corruption that existed in the Armed Forces over the years is the major reason the Boko Haram insurgents ravaged the northeast with ease over the years.

The Vice President made the observation on Thursday at the convocation ceremony for cadets of 63 Regular Course and Postgraduate students of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), in Kaduna state.

He noted that Boko Haram terrorists gained more grounds in the region over a long period due to the failure of the previous administration to provide the needed equipment, supplies and welfare for the fighting troops in theatre of operations.

Lagos School Kidnap: Police Rescue Two Persons

Two of the five people kidnapped from the Model College, Igbo Nla in Epe area of Lagos have been rescued by the Police operatives deployed to the area.

Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Fatai Owoseni said that efforts are on to rescue others as more operatives of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) have been deployed.

Two students, a teacher, two vice principals of the school were kidnapped by suspected militants in the early hours of Thursday.

Ondo Guber: PDP Plans Reconciliation ahead of Polls

The former national secretary of the PDP, Professor Adewale Oladepo, says they are setting up a 24-man committee to reorganize the party.

This is part of ongoing efforts by leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party  to put their house together, ahead of the Ondo governorship election.

Professor Oladepo stated this at a press conference in Abuja on the activities of the party in the last two weeks after the two factional leaders agreed to work together.

ECOWAS, UNHCR Sign MoU to Resolve IDPs, Others Issues

The United Nations High Commission for Refugees has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Economic Community of West African States, to jointly improve the situation of displaced people in the West African sub-region.

The UNHCR  has also predicted that people living in the Bakassi area may not be able to prove a link with either Nigeria or Cameroon in the nearest future.

The commission’s representative to Nigeria, Mrs Angele Dikongue-Atangana, made this known at a meeting in Abuja on Wednesday.

Banky W narrates his journey so far in music, Nollywood

Nigerian entertainment has continued to evolve, and a few entertainers such as Olubankole Wellington Popularly known as Banky W, have stood out in the ever changing industry.

With his unique RnB style of music which has earned him a good place in the hearts of many, he has gone beyond being a top RnB singer, to being one of Nigeria’s top music executives.

Banky W was introduced to the music industry as a sleek singer with his cover version of Rihana’s ‘Umbrella’.

Plateau United 0 Super Eagles 3: Eagles cruise to victory in warm up match

The Super Eagles on Wednesday defeated local league side, Plateau United, 3 – 0 in a test match at the National Stadium in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital.

Anderson Esiti’s goal and Alex Iwobi’s brace gave the Eagles a whopping victory over the Nigerian Premier League club.

Coach Gernot Rohr lined up his players for the practice game as he intensifies Nigeria’s preparations for Sunday’s Russia 2018 World Cup qualifier against Zambia in Ndola.

Nigeria Customs impounded goods worth N101.5m

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Zone ‘A’ Federal Operations Unit, Lagos, says it intercepted prohibited items with a duty paid value of N101.5 million in September.

Area Controller, Umar Dahiru, told newsmen on Thursday in Lagos that the unit also recovered N30.1 million on false declaration, undervaluation and evasion of duty payment from vehicles and other goods.

After God, Give Your Parents Not Pastors – Reno Omokri

Former aide to the former president Goodluck Jonathan, Reno Omokri has shared his thoughts on the hierarchy of giving among Christians in the society.

The former presidential aide took to his social media page on Facebook to write:

Ghanaian Coach says too much sex is hindering his players

Malik Jabir, a Ghanaian coach has said that Ghanaian players are not reaching their potential and optimum energy levels due to too much sex with girls.

The coach said that the players are more interested in sex than improving on themselves and skills.

He said this on national radio when talking about the team.

Kim Kardashian’s family might have fake Robbery Case – Wendy Williams

Popular TV Host, Wendy Williams has expressed her view on the Kim Kardashian’s alledged robbery attack.

While a lot of people showed sympathy for the attack, few persons have their reservations  about the whole scenario and Wendy Williams  has openly said she thinks it was staged because  the Kardashians are “souless.”

Oh No! Is Drake cheating on Rihanna with Dakota Gonzalez?

Drake and Rihanna who both seem to be in a relationship  might be having  a rocky affair at the moment as Drake is reportedly  cheating on Rihanna with an Instagram  model, Dakota Gonzalez.

According  to Life and style magazine, Rihanna has already broken up with Drake because of his closeness to the model, as they are seen together in most places and are said to be romantically  involved

PHOTONEWS: Decay State of Federal Government Road in Ekpoma, Edo State

If you have ever ply Benin-Auchi road you would notice the bad state of the road especially at Ekpoma axis where vehicular movement is delayed for hours due to the heavy traffic caused by the state of the road.

I have witnessed this and it was a terrible experience. From the pictures above you would not recognize that this is supposed to be a major road which travellers coming from the North linking to other parts of the country would eventually ride through.

Federal Government to setup National Agency for Cancer Control

Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole has announced that Federal Government is tinkering with the possibility of setting up National Agency for Cancer Control (NACC) in Nigeria.

The Minister made this known during an audience with Director, Head of Eastern Europe, Middle East, African (EEMEA ) region, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd, Pharmaceuticals Division Dr. Peter HUG in Abuja.

The minister explained that the institution, when establish would be responsible for research, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and palliative care for cancer patients. It will also provide leadership and technical direction for cancer control in Nigeria integrating services provided by the National Cancer Centre and in cooperating a cluster of public and private tertiary Hospitals.

President Buhari receives Leadership Man of the Year Award (PHOTOS)

President Muhammadu Buhari has been named the Leadership Newspaper Man of the year.

Mr. Buhari was named alongside the immediate past president, Goodluck Jonathan and former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Attahiru Jega.

Photos Slides of Celebrity flaunting 'too much skin' on Red Carpet

The transition of our fashion industry has seen lots of celebrities proudly revealing 'too much skin" ... Some have justified their outfit by saying they are proud of their body. These trends have even ventured into Nigeria Entertainment Industry.

OMG! Meet, Ekaterina Kostjunina the Hottest Female Referee in the World (Photos)

Little would believe a pretty lady would be seen on a football pitch not as a spectator or a player but as a match official, Yes that is what Ekaterina Kostjunina, a young woman with a career as a professional referee is doing.

Kostjunina recently whistled up a social media frenzy by posting a series of scantily-clad photos on Instagram.

FIRS Chairman, Babatunde Fowler Elected President of Africa Tax Body

Babatunde Fowler, executive chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), has been elected president of the African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF), according to The Cable.

At the election, which held in Pretoria, South Africa, on Wednesday, Fowler polled 13 votes ahead of the four secured by his Togolese opponent.

Want to know if your Partner is Cheating? Here are 13 Hidden Signs

When your partner is cheating, you might notice it if you really pay attention. According to Dailystar, here are 13 ways to know your partner is cheating. These 13 ways was provided by people on Reddit after someone asked "What are some signs your partner has cheated on you?".

1. "They start accusing you of cheating."

2. "Phone habits can change – they suddenly carry it around religiously, spend more time in the bathroom on it, start using a lock screen which doesn't show notifications, etc."

3. "A completely unrelated reason for needing to go on birth control is a big red flag."

JUST IN: Gunmen abducts VP, teacher, two pupils in Lagos school

Gunmen who came in a speedboat stormed Igbo Nla Model College in the Igbo Nla, Epe area of Lagos State on Thursday and abducted four persons in the school.

According to Punch, it was learnt that the abductors who shot sporadically into the air, initially took four pupils, with the vice-principal and a teacher and headed for the waterway.

House of Reps to investigate ATM charges by banks

The House of Representatives on Thursday resolved to investigate the N65 being charged customers by commercial banks for Automated Transaction Machine.

The house directed its Committee on Banking and Currency to investigate the charge and other related rates paid by banks’ customers.

18-year-old JSS pupil in court for stealing N200, using charms

An 18-year-old secondary school pupil, Sadiq Adegbite, who allegedly stole N200 from a fellow pupil and used charm to harass other colleagues, was on Thursday brought before an Ogudu Magistrates’ Court in Lagos.

The accused, a pupil of Junior High School, Ogudu, Lagos, is facing a three counts of conspiracy, stealing and disorderly conduct.

The prosecutor, Sgt. Lucky Ihiehie, said the complainant, a 15-year-old student of the school, came to Ogudu Police Station to report the incident.

JUST IN: Ekiti State Assembly suspends lawmaker for 180 days

Ekiti State House of Assembly on Thursday suspended a lawmaker representing Ikole 1, Gboyega Aribisogan, for 180 legislative days‎ for alleged anti-party activities.

More details coming soon!

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Ekiti State | ‘Fake’ audio scandal rocks State Assembly

Ekiti State House of Assembly has been hit by crisis following the removal of the member representing Ikole Constituency 1, Gboyega Aribisogan, as Information Committee chairman.

Aribisogan’s sack and his replacement with the member representing Oye Constituency 1, Samuel Omotoso, is believed to be a prelude to his recall from the Assembly.

The embattled lawmaker was accused of holding secret meetings with Senator Buruji Kashamu, Lagos lawyer Femi Falana and other personalities perceived to be enemies of Governor Ayo Fayose.

Chinese companies to invest $70 Billion to Nigerian Petroleum sector

The Minister of State for Petroleum, Dr Ibe Kachikwu, on Wednesday, said Chinese private sector companies had pledged an additional investment of $70bn to the Nigerian economy.

Kachikwu said this while addressing State House correspondents on the outcome of the Federal Executive Council, presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari in the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

He said that the Council was briefed on the outcome of the ministry’s China roadshow which took place in January.