Alleged N1.3tn fraud: Groups decry Okowa’s arrest, claim political persecution

Two human rights organisations, the Anti-Corruption and Integrity Forum, and the International Human Rights Commission, on Tuesday, criticised the arrest and detention of former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over the alleged misuse of N1.3tn, describing him as a victim of political persecution. It was reported that Dr […]

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Nationwide blackout as grid suffers 10th collapse in 2024

Nigerians were on Tuesday plunged into darkness following another collapse of the national power grid. It was reported that since January 2024 till date, the grid has collapsed 10 times. Within one week in October, the grid collapsed three times with its attendant blackouts, sparking reactions from Nigerians. Checks by our correspondent confirmed yesterday that […]

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Police arrest five suspected internet fraudsters in Benue

Benue State Police Command has arrested five suspects in connection with a case of impersonation and obtaining under false pretense in Makurdi, the state capital. The suspects were arrested in a sting operation by the Cybercrime and Narcotics Department of the state Command as part of continuous efforts to sanitize the state against activities of […]

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‘I’m queen of rap’ – Nicki Minaj declares

Hip-hop star Nicki Minaj has boldly declared herself as the “Queen of rap.” The ‘Anaconda’ hitmaker made the declaration when asked what she’s going to be for Halloween. “The same thing I was last year…The Queen of Rap,” she stated. Her statement has sparked mixed reactions across social media platforms. Over the years, there has […]

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FG pledges commitment to improving rural electrification

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to improving rural electrification through the provision of sustainable energy solutions. The Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency, Abba Aliyu, made this known while inaugurating the 100kWp Solar Hybrid Mini Grid in the Uhuafor Nomeh community in Nkanu East Council Area of Enugu State. Aliyu, represented by […]

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US rapper Young Thug released from jail on probation

US rapper Young Thug was released from jail Thursday night after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including gang, drug, and gun offences. His release concludes what has been the longest criminal trial in Georgia’s history, the BBC reports. The 33-year-old Grammy winner, whose real name is Jeffery Lamar Williams, had been held for over 900 […]

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