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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu wanted over allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering. Achimugu, a known associate of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, was named in an EFCC statement released on Friday by the commission’s Head of Media & Publicity, Dele Oyewale. Reports indicate that Achimugu is accused of secretly channeling funds to opposition leaders Peter Obi and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar during the 2023 elections. Daily Post reports that President Bola Tinubu was allegedly “furious and felt betrayed” after intelligence linked the funds to Governor Sanwo-Olu. The situation is said…

A fire outbreak has gutted sections of the Onitsha Main Market in Anambra State, Nigeria. The inferno, which reportedly started around 6:20 a.m. in one of the buildings, quickly spread to a nearby structure. As of the time of this report, the cause of the fire remains unknown. Eyewitnesses, including residents and traders, were seen alongside firefighters attempting to salvage goods and property from the affected area. Confirming the incident, Chukwudi Chiketa, Head of the Media and Publicity Unit of the Anambra State Fire Service, stated that emergency responders were actively working to contain the fire. “Anambra State Fire Service…

Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has urged Special Assistants (SAs) to justify their monthly allowances by actively contributing to the state’s development. Speaking during a fast-breaking event with his Special Assistants at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Dutse, the governor emphasized the importance of accountability in public office. “Whenever I get this opportunity, I use it to remind myself and other political appointees that we will be held accountable for whatever we receive on the Day of Judgment,” he said. Governor Namadi stressed that public office is a trust, and those appointed must serve both the government and the…

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called for an independent investigation into the extrajudicial killings that took place in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. In a statement released on Friday, IPOB distanced its security arm, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), from the killings, instead linking the activities at the Mother Valley camp in Orsu to a group known as the Biafra Liberation Army. IPOB spokesperson, Emma Powerful, commended the efforts that led to the removal of criminals from Orsu after three years of violence that left the community devastated. He alleged that the Biafra Liberation Army was…

Registered voters in Igbo-Etiti/Uzo-Uwani Federal Constituency, Enugu State, have initiated the process to recall their House of Representatives member, Hon. Martins Oke. According to a petition dated March 27, 2025, and addressed to the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the constituents cited non-performance as a key reason for the move. The petition was submitted by Mr. Ugwuagbo Emmanuel Chizoba, alongside Mr. Clinton Ogbonna, Mr. Sabinus Amah, and Mr. Stephen Okenwa. The petitioners accused Oke, who is currently serving his third term, of failing to sponsor any significant bills or motions. “There are no visible constituency projects to…

A motion seeking to name the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) headquarters after the late Prof. Humphrey Nwosu was rejected by the Senate yesterday. Prof. Nwosu, former chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC), oversaw the historic 1993 presidential election won by the late Chief Moshood Abiola, which was later annulled by the military regime of Gen. Ibrahim Babangida. The motion, titled “Motion to Immortalise Prof. Humphrey Nwosu,” was sponsored by Senator Eyinnaya Abaribe (APGA-Abia South) and supported by all Southeast senators, along with Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro, Senator Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta North), and Senator Adamu Aliero (PDP-Kebbi Central),…

Lere Olayinka, the spokesman for the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has rejected Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri’s recent security alert, describing it as “shamefully baseless” and a mere cover-up for his failures in governance. Olayinka, who serves as Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, criticized Diri for what he termed unnecessary alarm over a planned mega rally in support of Wike. He argued that if Wike intended to attend any rally, he would have personally informed security agencies, making the governor’s concerns unwarranted. Reacting to Diri’s claims that a political group…

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Legal Education Committee invites legal professionals, academics, and key stakeholders to a pivotal Southeast Townhall Meeting & Workshop focused on: Theme: “Legal Education in Higher Institutions in Nigeria: Issues and Challenges.” 📅 Date: Tuesday, 15th April 2025 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM prompt 📍 Venue: Faculty of Law Auditorium, Imo State University (IMSU) 🎙️ Distinguished Hosts & Speakers: ✅ Prof. Uchefula Ugonna Chukwuemaze, FCArb, SAN – Vice Chancellor, IMSU (Host) ✅ Prof. Damilola Olawuyi, SAN – Chairman, NBA Legal Education Committee. ✅ Prof. Okorie Chimezie Kingsley, FCArb, SAN – Chairman, Regional Townhall Committee (L.E.C.), NBA.  ✅…

Senator Osita Izunaso, representing Imo West in the National Assembly, has revealed why Prof. Humphrey Nwosu, the former chairman of the National Electoral Commission, was unable to announce the results of the 1993 presidential election. The election, widely regarded as the most credible in Nigeria’s history, was annulled by then-military head of state, General Ibrahim Babangida. Babangida recently released his memoir, Journey in Service, which has sparked both praise and criticism from Nigerians. The book launch in Abuja was attended by several prominent figures, including President Bola Tinubu, who, alongside others, honored Babangida and made financial contributions to support the…

Edo North Senator, Adams Oshiomhole, has accused former military Head of State, Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB), and the late Chairman of the defunct National Electoral Commission (NEC), Humphrey Nwosu, of deceiving the 18 million Nigerians who voted in the annulled 1993 presidential election. Speaking on the Senate floor on Thursday, Oshiomhole opposed a motion by Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe to immortalize Nwosu, arguing that he failed to acknowledge or confess his role in the controversial election. “Prof. Nwosu and IBB fooled 18 million Nigerians who cast their votes. If he was afraid of the gun because we were under dictatorship, there…