CSP Dolapo Badmos Opeyemi, a former Police Public Relations Officer for Zone 2 and Lagos State Commands, has extended a compassionate gesture towards an elderly couple in need. In response to a poignant video she came across on Facebook, where the elderly pair was seen embroiled in an argument over food, CSP Badmos was deeply moved. In the video shared on her Instagram account, the elderly woman was heard pleading with her husband for money to purchase food, lamenting the lack of support from their children and the destruction of her shop. Witnessing their plight, CSP Badmos was overcome with…
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In a bid to enhance the rehabilitation and reintegration of female inmates, the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs has announced its intention to partner with the Correctional Service on skill acquisition and aftercare programs. During a courtesy visit to her office in Abuja, Barrister (Mrs) Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, expressed the ministry’s commitment to collaborate with the Correctional Service. She emphasised the importance of empowering women, both inside and outside prison walls, as a means to foster socio-economic development in the country. Highlighting the potential of female inmates, Barrister Kennedy-Ohanenye recalled her visit to the Suleija…
Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has urged Nigerians to embrace tradition and culture to be free from slavery. The actor, who recently opened an online Church, took to his Instagram page@yuledochie to give the advice. “Deities are not evil; Nigerians should desist from burning shrines and traditional deities. “It was the white man that convinced people to believe their traditions are evil; the ploy was to make us abandon our ways and embrace theirs so as to make slavery easy. “Nigerians need to wake up and start embracing their traditions and culture; many deities acknowledge God Almighty. “Burning them could bring…
The founder of One Love Family, Sat Guru Maharaj Ji, has strongly criticized the allegations made by the Aare-Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, regarding an alleged assassination attempt on his life by President Bola Tinubu. Maharaj Ji described Adams’ statements as an “expensive distraction” and questioned the basis of Adams’ claims. Adams had previously claimed that President Tinubu was plotting to assassinate him, leading to a public outcry and speculation. However, Maharaj Ji condemned these accusations, stating that Adams lacked substantial importance in Nigeria’s political landscape at the federal level where President Tinubu operates. Maharaj Ji’s statement emphasized…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made a significant arrest at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos state. A 35-year-old woman, Chidinma Chinenye Agbazue, was detained by NDLEA officers for allegedly attempting to export 20 parcels of cannabis sativa, weighing 10.70 kilograms. The illegal substance was concealed within African salad, commonly known as Abacha, and dried vegetables. The arrest took place during the screening process for outbound passengers on Qatar Airways bound for Doha, Qatar. According to Femi Babafemi, the Director of Media and Advocacy at NDLEA Headquarters Abuja, the interception occurred on Thursday, March 28th.…
In a targeted operation conducted by the Anti-Cultism Tactical Squad of the Enugu State Police Command, two hoodlums were reportedly neutralized during a raid on a suspected hideout of IPOB/ESN criminals in Akwuke community, Enugu South Local Government Area. According to Daniel Ndukwe, the spokesperson for the command, the raid, carried out at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 30, was part of proactive measures to prevent crime during the Easter period, as directed by Commissioner of Police Kanayo Uzuegbu. Encountering resistance from the criminals, who opened fire upon their arrival, the police operatives successfully subdued the attackers with their…
In response to challenges and requests for extensions, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed telecommunication companies to prolong the disconnection of telephone lines not linked to National Identification Numbers (NINs) from April 15, 2024, to July 31, 2024. The decision, communicated via a letter to telcos, particularly targets individuals with four SIMs linked to a single phone line. This extension aims to address the complexities surrounding the linking process. The disconnection process, initiated in February and rolled out in three phases, witnessed the barring of approximately 40 million lines not linked to NINs during the initial deadline on February…
Foreign airlines operating in Nigeria have begun to unblock their low-priced fares on Nigerian routes as the Central Bank of Nigeria completes the payment of about $7bn backlog, which includes over $700m unremitted ticket revenue. The CBN had about two weeks ago announced the completion of payment of $7bn legacy debt, which included FX forward contracts among foreign exchange-denominated debts. The CBN, however, declared about $2.4bn of the $7bn debt invalid, saying it could not be verified due to improper documentation, among other infractions. The International Air Transport Association, the trade body representing foreign airlines, has yet to verify the…
In adherence to the Electoral Act 2022, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has disclosed the personal details of all candidates vying for the off-cycle governorship election in Edo State scheduled for September 21, 2024. With seventeen out of eighteen parties submitting their candidates’ particulars before the March 24 deadline, the INEC portal automatically closed at 6:00 PM on Sunday. As per Section 29(3) of the Electoral Act 2022, INEC officially unveiled the Form EC9 and other credentials of governorship candidates and their deputies from the seventeen political parties at both the INEC Edo State Office and the 18 Local…
Looking chic and stylish doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag! In a world where fashion often seems reserved for the elite, it’s time to debunk the myth that you need a fat wallet to rock the runway. We know that is real and it is not going to our situation if we are smart. You know using that “wisdom” now. We’ve curated seven savvy strategies for the budget-conscious fashionista in Nigeria to strut her stuff without breaking the bank. 1. Thrifting Triumphs: Dive into the world of thrift shopping where treasures await at every turn. Explore local…
Less than 24 hours after the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) announced new policies mandating banks to increase their minimum capital, Access Holdings Plc has taken the initiative among its peers by revealing plans to establish a $1.5 billion (N1.963 trillion) capital raising program. The move comes as financial market analysts, economists, and bankers express mixed reactions to the recapitalization exercise, which requires banks to bolster their capital base to N500 billion and N200 billion for commercial banks with international and national authorization, respectively. While some analysts welcome the initiative, others criticize the exclusion of retained earnings from the regulatory…
Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group, has advocated for a transformative change in the name of Nigeria, suggesting it be renamed ‘ The United States of Nigeria.’ This call was made during his acceptance speech for the 2024 Obafemi Awolowo Prize for Leadership, under the theme ‘Making a New Nigeria: Welfarist Policies and People-Centred Development.’ The suggestion, as conveyed by his Special Adviser on Industrialisation, Prof. Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, aims to foster a shift in the relationship dynamics between the federal government and the states. Adesina highlighted that renaming the country could serve as a catalyst…