Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has revealed an alleged scheme concerning the unlawful sale of government health supplies, condemning it as a betrayal of initiatives aimed at enhancing the state’s healthcare system. In a statement on Sunday, the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Monday Uzor, reported that Governor Nwifuru discovered the situation while…
Workers in the Ministry of Solid Minerals under the aegis of Federal Mines Officers have sought the intervention of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC in the fight against illegal mining activities. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate of the Commission on Thursday, November 21, 2024, the President of…
The Nigerian Mining and Geosciences Society (NMGS) has called for stronger collaboration with the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) to address the rising threat of illegal smuggling of natural resources, which is causing significant revenue loss and depletion of critical raw materials. During a visit to the NCS Headquarters in Abuja on 21 November 2024, NMGS…
The arraignment of 109 foreign nationals accused of cybercrime was postponed on Friday due to discrepancies in their names on the charge sheet. The defendants, originating from countries including China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Brazil, Malaysia, and Myanmar, were arrested in Abuja for allegedly operating fraudulent gaming platforms. The case, which had initially been scheduled for November…
Hussaini Kafi in Kano A tragic incident unfolded in the Dogon Duste community, situated between Nasarawa and Toto Local Government Areas, leading to the loss of three lives. According to the Nasarawa State Commissioner of Police, Umar Nadada, a violent clash erupted between farmers and herders on Monday, around 4:30 PM. The ensuing confrontation resulted…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has uncovered a fraudulent operation at the Lagos Trade Fair Complex, where expired alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages were being revalidated for resale. The illicit activity poses severe health risks to consumers. During a raid conducted by NAFDAC’s Investigation and Enforcement Directorate, two individuals were…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has warned banks in Nigeria against making themselves available as instruments of fraud. According to a post from the EFCC’s X handle on Friday, this warning was given by the EFCC’s Executive Chairman, Mr. Ola Olukoyede on Friday, during a courtesy visit by the management team of Moniepoint,…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos The Nigerian Armed Forces have dealt a significant blow to terrorist groups in the North East, neutralizing 61 terrorists and arresting 34 suspects in a week-long operation. This was disclosed in a weekly report released on Thursday and signed by Major-General Edward Buba, Director Defence Media Operations. According to the report,…
The United Kingdom is working with Nigeria to tackle increasing cybersecurity threats and strengthen the country’s digital resilience. This effort was emphasized during a roundtable discussion for stakeholders held by the British High Commission in Abuja. Mark Smithson, the Country Director for the UK’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) in Nigeria, emphasized the crucial…
Korede Abdullah in Lagos Chairman of the Osun State Transport Management System (OSTMS), Nurudeen Wakili, popularly known as Alowonle, has been arrested by the Osun State Police Command over alleged involvement in multiple murders and other offenses. The arrest was made on Monday night in Osogbo after a petition was filed alleging a brutal attack…
