Author: Seyram

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured a warrant of arrest against former Governor Yahaya Bello. This warrant paves the way for his arraignment before the court, marking a step forward in the ongoing legal saga surrounding the ex-governor. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Abuja Division of the Federal High Court granted the…

Grammy-winning Nigerian musician, Damini Ogulu, better known as Burna Boy, has achieved another milestone in his career by being listed in Time Magazine’s prestigious 100 Most Influential People of 2024. This acknowledgement underscores his impact on the global music landscape and cultural sphere. Angelique Kidjo, a Beninese singer, penned a heartfelt tribute to Burna Boy…

During the recent release of its Global Economic Outlook at the International Monetary Fund/World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington D.C., the International Monetary Fund (IMF) provided insightful projections for Nigeria’s economy, signalling a shift in inflation rates. Daniel Leigh, the Division Chief of the IMF Research Department, said the impact of Nigeria’s economic reforms, particularly…

The Kaduna State House of Assembly has taken a step towards accountability and transparency by forming a 13-person ad-hoc committee tasked with investigating the financial dealings, loans, grants, and project implementations during the tenure of the previous governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai. The decision to initiate this investigation was proposed by Hon. Yusuf Mugu, representing the…

The Federal Government has taken decisive action to suspend all mining activities within the premises of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) and the OAU Teaching Hospitals Complex in Ile-Ife, Osun State. This move comes in response to mounting concerns over suspected illegal mining operations in the area. The announcement of the indefinite suspension was made by…

In a bid to curb the menace of street trading, illegal parking, indiscriminate dumping of refuse, and environmental nuisance, the Abia State Harmonized Task Force (ASHTF) in Aba Zone has started its enforcement measures. Led by Chief Uche Wogu, the Transitional Chairman of Aba South Local Government Area, the ASHTF embarked on a crackdown starting…

To address the pressing security challenges facing Northern Nigeria, the Africa Centre at the United States Institute of Peace has extended invitations to Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State and nine other governors from the Northwest and North Central zones of the country. The symposium, scheduled to take place from April 23 to 25, 2024,…

Former BBNaija housemate, Chichi has stated that she does not regret being a stripper. Chichi recently stated that she would go back to her previous profession if she was given the chance to do so. In a recent Instagram video message, Chichi revealed that she harbours no remorse for her time spent as a stripper.…

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has raised concerns regarding the alleged theft of Biometric Voter Registration (BVR) kits from the Electoral Commission’s headquarters, calling for an immediate independent investigation and unbiased audit into the matter. The demand for an independent probe stems from the NDC’s belief that without a thorough examination of the matter, the…

The Electoral Commission (EC) has interdicted three officials following the alleged theft of laptops used for the Biometric Verification Registration process. Dr. Serebour Quaicoe, the Director of Electoral Services at the EC, disclosed this update while providing updates on the ongoing investigation regarding the missing devices. The suspects, implicated in the disappearance of the laptops,…