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Unsavory details have continue to unfold following the raid by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on the Epe and Ikoyi, Lagos homes of former Laģos Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday morning.

The anti-graft agency’s operatives had stormed the Epe country home of Ambode but were prevented from gaining entry by a horde of youth.



In a statement by his media aide, Habib Aruna, the former governor, who is out of the country, said that the EFCC operatives’ visit to his houses was without any prior notice.

According to the statement, “These searches were carried out extensively and the operatives left without any incident. The former governor reiterates that the EFCC has till date not had any direct communication with him on any subject matter whatsoever and if or when it occurs, he is ready and willing to respond.”

Reacting, Tony Orilade, spokesman of the EFCC, said the search on the house was not a raid, but part of an ongoing investigation which is “in line with (the EFCC’s) mandate and the rule of law.”

Orilade further said, “We need to state for the records that the EFCC did not raid Ambode’s house. It is instructive that his administration, like other former governors, is under investigation since they no longer constitutionally enjoy immunity against prosecution.”

As a tradition, the commission, Orilade stated, does not carry out an investigation on the pages of the newspapers or through the media; “Our operations are always covert until at a time when we file charges in court. Therefore, the attempt to cast the commission in a bad light is unacceptable as the EFCC will never engage in an illegal act. We remain committed to the war against corruption.”

However, EFCC sources have claimed that Ambode has come under the scrutiny of the anti-graft agency for alleged financial malfeasances during his tenure as governor of Lagos State between 2015 and 2019.

Apart from the multi-billion dollar Visionscape deal which many described as greatest injustice to the Lagos economy, there are allegations that the former governor awarded some contracts that did not go through due process thus the investigation by the anti-graft agency.

EFCC sources alleged that a year into Ambode’s administration, a particular company, Craneburg Construction, established in 2016, and purportedly owned by Ambode’s bosom friend, Herbert Wigwe, the GMD/CEO, Access Bank Plc, without previous construction experience, reportedly awarded a $300million deal for road projects around select areas of the state particularly the former Governor’s Epe constituency.

A source within the EFCC said Ambode, who has decided to stay put in London since his exit as Lagos governor in May, is being investigated over this contract deal.

While the investigation on this continues, the source said the former governor is also being investigated for his dealings with the bank over his four-year administration............https://www.thegeniusmedia.com.ng/2019/09/05/busted-why-efcc-is-after-ambode-herbert-wigwe-connection/

hisexcellency34:
Governor Dapo Abiodun, Aliko Dangote, Aigboje Aig-Imokhuede and friends visit Pastor Shyngle Wigwe and his wife, Mrs. Stella Wigwe, to pay respects on the loss of their children Herbert, Chizoba, and grandson Chizi, in a helicopter crash.

So Herbert and Chizoba are brothers....One was the former Chairman of our Stock Exchange and the other one Head of Access Holdings...both of them in Finance in Nigeria...Oga o...Losing 2 children and 1 grandchild in 1 day. May God help us all.

hisexcellency34:
Governor Dapo Abiodun, Aliko Dangote, Aigboje Aig-Imokhuede and friends visit Pastor Shyngle Wigwe and his wife, Mrs. Stella Wigwe, to pay respects on the loss of their children Herbert, Chizoba, and grandson Chizi, in a helicopter crash.

Everyone will have a unique experience every 20 years. This is your own. Do more asking, listening and understanding. You might be able to decide with a clear understanding.

Why did she pick you?
What does she want from you?
Is she destined to live long or for a while?
What does she see the relationship?
You are not perfect...what if you cant meet up to her wishes?
What about her parents? and when did she know who she was?

Ask more...listen, and understand.

Maks27:
She’s a girl I love very much but our relationship hasn’t gone real far . She told me this of recent with evidence for me to know it’s real and true
What do I do?
She said I shouldn’t hurt her that things will go well for me
I need advice from Matured Nairalanders on this matter


File Photo used for Illustration

He still has 3 more kids.

slimjohn2k5:
He is dead, over to family members

The news was on CNN...have you been to a game in the USA? Nope...so you have no clue. You do not need to be a huge celebrity to be celebrated. If they are informed for sure that they are headed to the Super Bowl, they may honor them by showing their pictures or a minute silence. Please, do not assume what you do not know. Thank YOU...he is the CEO of a Major Bank in Nigeria.

Wotowotoman:
Honor them? Do you think anybody knows who he is in Yankee? Haba what’s wrong with you people?

Before or after the crash? Who knows they might honor them and Suites can take close to 10 or more so others might still use their suite ...who knows...life ..vanity

Ishilove:
They should have cancelled their VIP reservations...

Think of WorldCup for Americans lol...buying adverts ain't for small businesses lol

Ishilove:
What is so special about this Superbowl?

Best school in the World...We count Obafemi Awolowo and Tai Solarin as alumni...who can beat that Lol

tdayof:

WESLEY COLLEGE OF SCIENCE
Wesley college good as gold,
train our minds mature and bold,
When the nation needs demand and the guiding hand command,

Chorus:
Wesleyans arise (2x)
The brighter era to usher,
bi eniti se Iranse.
And inheritance to preach,


Solidarity to teach,
And is to dedication,
And to win vindication.
Chorus (2x)
"..Shine and breathe down upon us,
Live to us be within us,
College memory transpire,
And the nation to inspire.

They were going to the SuperBowl...its for the Elite of Elites...they were probably invited or bought tickets for the suite at ridiculous prices if they are going as a group...sadly they wont even get a chance to see the game. I know someone who told me all teams get tickets for SuperBowl and bring in their clients and guests...this is how some cultivate relationships...not like us on NairaLand lol. Remind me of Kobe Bryant taking helicopter to daughter's game...when you have too much money, you do things regular people cant understand.

Let your light shine and help humanity...for all is vanity, vanity upon vanity...such is life.

Ishilove:
https://thewillnews.com/breaking-access-holdings-ceo-herbert-wigwe-dies-in-chopper-crash-in-california/



https://www.thecable.ng/breaking-wigwe-wife-son-abimbola-ogunbajo-in-chopper-crash/amp

We have too many associations in Nigeria. Imagine these imposing shutdowns...what if their fellow sellers have clients and they can make money nko. In sane countries, you live up to your potential and sink if you can't...its Darwian theory...all these we die together is why we have not progressed much...let the weak go.

Ntigha:
The Edo state Aluminium workers, sales and fabricators association has proposed a two days peaceful protest on monday 12th and tuesday 13th of February 2024 over the high cost of materials , in a letter issued by the association all members in the area of production, fabrication and installations are to shut down their offices and shops for two days to express their concern over the eacalating price of materials which is crumbling their businesses.

NOTICE OF SOLIDARITY STRIKE
As a result of the proposed two days peaceful protest organized by Edo State Aluminum Association, all Aluminum stores/Offices in the line of production, fabrication, sales, installation and glassoceries across the state are expected to remain closed on Monday 12* and Tuesday 13th February, 2024.
Any Violator/defaulters will be considered as an enemy of the Aluminum Industry in the state.
Thanks for your anticipated cooperation.

By creating free float and making Transfer Companies pay in Naira...it all makes sense...so the companies would want to keep doing business sending dollars for Nigerians. It seems like it must have been an agreement made with the Transfer companies like Western Unions, and MoneyGram...because without removing the caps...people will switch transfer companies and keep buying and selling via BDCs...so this makes sense.

nlfpmod:
https://nairametrics.com/2024/02/09/cbn-edges-towards-free-float-of-naira-with-discontinuation-of-cap-on-forex-transactions/

I know some Nigerians working virtually will hate this policy...but you will never find a sane country that allows you to keep accounts in foreign currencies, and pay you in foreign currencies. If you send Western Union to the USA, you get paid in dollars...same in the UK. Why would all these money transfers pay in dollars? This has made the speculations and BDCs a lucrative business...I am guilty of sending to Mallam that collect in dollars and resell too at high prices driving up the exchange. This is a good policy in my opinion...feel free to share your thoughts without insults. Show maturity!!!

MasterTeeUSA:
Published 5 hours ago on 9 February 2024

By Oladipo Abiola

International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs), will now pay Nigerian beneficiaries in Naira instead of Dollars and other foreign currencies as the case was previously.

Based on the new regulation, banks will pay Nigerian beneficiaries in Naira, not dollars, Pounds, Euros or others, for international money transfers received through IMTOs.

Naija News reports the new rule, which is based on the directive from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), affects IMTOs such as Western Union, MoneyGram, Rapid transfer, Ria, and others.

According to a recent notice from Ecobank Nigeria, the CBN directive dated January 31, 2024, stipulates that all in-bound money transfers to Nigeria (via the above-mentioned IMTOS) will be paid only in Naira through a bank account or in cash at the prevailing rate in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market.

The Ecobank notice reads: “We would like to bring to your attention recent regulatory changes affecting international money transfers into Nigeria through Western Union, MoneyGram, Rapidtransfer, Ria, and other CBN-approved IMTOS.

“The Circular issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) dated January 31, 2024, stipulates that ALL in-bound money transfers to Nigeria (via the above mentioned IMTOS) will be paid ONLY in Naira through a bank account or in cash at the prevailing rate in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market.”

This platform understands the move is part of efforts by the CBN to stem the unfavourable exchange rate between the Dollars and Naira.

https://www./2024/02/09/western-union-moneygram-others-to-pay-nigerians-in-naira-instead-of-dollars/

Published 5 hours ago on 9 February 2024

By Oladipo Abiola

International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs), will now pay Nigerian beneficiaries in Naira instead of Dollars and other foreign currencies as the case was previously.

Based on the new regulation, banks will pay Nigerian beneficiaries in Naira, not dollars, Pounds, Euros or others, for international money transfers received through IMTOs.

Naija News reports the new rule, which is based on the directive from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), affects IMTOs such as Western Union, MoneyGram, Rapid transfer, Ria, and others.

According to a recent notice from Ecobank Nigeria, the CBN directive dated January 31, 2024, stipulates that all in-bound money transfers to Nigeria (via the above-mentioned IMTOS) will be paid only in Naira through a bank account or in cash at the prevailing rate in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market.

The Ecobank notice reads: “We would like to bring to your attention recent regulatory changes affecting international money transfers into Nigeria through Western Union, MoneyGram, Rapidtransfer, Ria, and other CBN-approved IMTOS.

“The Circular issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) dated January 31, 2024, stipulates that ALL in-bound money transfers to Nigeria (via the above mentioned IMTOS) will be paid ONLY in Naira through a bank account or in cash at the prevailing rate in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market.”

This platform understands the move is part of efforts by the CBN to stem the unfavourable exchange rate between the Dollars and Naira.

https://www./2024/02/09/western-union-moneygram-others-to-pay-nigerians-in-naira-instead-of-dollars/

The inferiority complex issue is real...and we don't even understand that we have it. Even if our own people is making a superior argument, we will rubbish it. Here, you will see people insulting one another ...but put them in a room with white folks, they can't open their mouths to argue not to talk of insult...may God help our people. This is why we have failed to progress...put Nigerians in one room, and they cant agree on the way forward...and they will rather rubbish the one that makes the most sense that he thinks he is too intelligent than the rest of us. Someone once told me...if you want your foundation to get noticed in Nigeria, put a white person in it or bring the person to Nigeria. That is how sad we have become my brother.

studyless123:


You hit the nail on the head. Same individual will accept from the white folks hook, line and sinker. It's one of the reason's while we need more intelligent Nigerians in the US. Independent minded folks who can educate others and engage on superior arguments/ moral suasion. These guys appreciate you more when you can engage them constructively and I never miss any of such opportunities.
One thing I appreciate about most of the white folks I've associated with is that they read a lot. There is no substitute to reading. Books are considered the gateway to the world. It develops imagination, creative ability, increases neurotransmitters & white matter in the brain.
However many of us are consumed by social media, movies and other other mundane activities have weakened our mental prowess & reasoning ability.

I am not even sure why we are arresting them....most of these people have killed people. Justice is an eye for an eye.

Gistblog9ja:
ONI OLUBODUNDE
Lieutenant
Acting Assistant Director
6 Brigade Army Public Relations
8 February 2024i

How can people post scams and frauds here and not banned immediately and messages deleted by admin?

Sintano:
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Lol

THUNDER4real:
yes ignorance is the disease you and your bastard generation has been suffering from. Brainless gay

So your stat is better than those that compare number of health practitioners to the population or per thousands of people. Getting them gainful employed should not be the responsibility of the Govt alone. I actually think the Govt should minimize its print in healthcare and privatize different sections of public hospitals, subsidize the poor so they can afford insurance, and support private expansion of the health care industries. That will also reduce the healthcare's exposure to strikes and wage issues. Regulations though is important to guide against abuse of health care workers and small unions should be allowed to negotiate wages and salaries commensurate with experience.

Lifebender:
You guys don't get it.
Nigeria is not short of health practitioners.They cannot accommodate everybody.When was the last time Nigeria govt employed doctors and nurses?
Do you know the number of times health practitioners have protested for being understaffed?Yet nothing has been done.
Check the figures that graduate annually,to the figures that was employed and to the figures that travelled out.Their you'll have your answers.
Their are unemployed doctors and nurses,and they are the ones leaving. And those who want better life.But Nigeria is not short of health practitioners.

Lol...ignorance is a disease. Of course it wont make any sense. Not everyone can comprehend.

THUNDER4real:
your statement makes no sense. You type with your fingers, reason from your anal whole. Oponu

I still don't know why we don't have an ejectable parachute in planes and helicopters that can be deployed before crash. For US Marines trained for many many years, this is devastating.

WriterNig:
https://static01.nyt.com/images/2024/02/08/multimedia/08xp-marines-qtpg/08xp-marines-qtpg-mobileMasterAt3x.jpg

Five 🇺🇸 U.S. Marines were confirmed dead after their helicopter crashed in a remote area outside of San Diego while on a training flight during a fierce winter storm, the U.S. Marines Corps said on Thursday.

Their CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter went down in Pine Valley, a hilly remote area east of the city, on Tuesday night as it was headed to the Marine Corps Air Station in Miramar, California, the Marine Corps said in a statement.

The remains of the crew members were found during a search and rescue effort carried out by the Marines and local authorities.

"It is with a heavy hear and profound sadness that I share the loss of five outstanding Marines," Major General Michael Borgschulte said in the statement.

The helicopter departed from the Creech Air Force Base in Nevada about 40 miles (60 km) northwest of Las Vegas on Tuesday night and flew into rainy and snowy weather as it headed west. About eight hours later it was reported overdue.

Lol we already know those without a brain. You can make your point without speaking from your ass. Residency is 3 - 5 yrs...Before you can even get employed as a Nurse in sane countries, you might need to have some experiences at the CNA, LPN level and you will also do clinicals. We know some of you with local contents and local brains...I don't plan to exchange insult with you.

THUNDER4real:
You are very stupid with your comparison, comparing a course studied with military. Compare NYSC with compulsory military service of other countries. With these your statements, your reasoning is very poor. Nigeria govt is not training these workers in school, some attended private schools. This makes your comparison and statements foolish

One does not affect the other...we can discuss improving internship so it wont be bone breaking...we definitely need more health workers but you cant have a country without needed healthcare workers. That is putting more extreme pressures on the workers in the country too...creating more bone breaking problems. Its 2 years not 5 years or 10 years. How many years is medical school in the US...4yrs and you start working in the clinic by Year 3...then residency 3 - 5 yrs...on top the education is not subsidized.

Lifebender:
Then what about the mandatory 1year youth service?
If you're going by experience,are you aware medical personnel go for 1year internship program which is rigorous,bone breaking?

No country trains its workers and allow them to japa without serving...even in Israel you need to serve in the military. Putting conditions for people to show their skills and their competence before japaing...helps everyone including those they will be treating abroad. Imagine, you are in UK and someone from Nigeria that has never practiced Nursing is treating you after license verification with zero experience.

My only ask is that ...it should be easy for people to train in hospitals without knowing people, and they should be able to serve without difficulties for those 2 years.

Lifebender:
https://saharareporters.com/2024/02/08/health-workers-kick-nigerian-nursing-council-introduces-stringent-conditions

Our voices must be heard

You are teaching an educator active listening, verbal and non-verbal cues lol. Anyways, listen and shake your head and don't inform, educate and enlighten your clients about differences not being deficient. It is up to you. I know we can be difficult...if I was a white man now, you would listen and understand my point as well Lol.

Bankowner:
I am a social service worker oga. I am trained to see the world through different lens and that is what is referred to as worldview. And as a social service worker, your best tool is listening and nodding your head to what a client is telling you. It's called active listening. Verbal and non-verbal cues.

May we not be born into a useless family...AMEN

moonbyte25:
https://newtelegraphng.com/mobbads-mother-reveals-joseph-aloba-is-not-late-singers-biological-father/

Really? Is this what they need to be doing right now? I am lost for words.

chisomkachy:
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0VA6u3xNoCb4XPAhVNLpZeQ75RujeXf6m2NQ4XPBnXkMmYhYepWsj43BnkvWxYb6Jl&id=100054523613443&mibextid=Nif5oz

Are you claiming you didn't listen prior? You said they did not appreciate you using it's okay. See if you want to shake your head like our folks do to the white people...go ahead. Just don't justify you conforming to the dominant culture when clearly you have an opportunity to explain. Who is telling you not to listen? I have come to realize you are respected more when you can educate and inform...them of where you come from...not just for you, but for the next guy or girl coming on board. I have never seen white people challenged on their poor English lol. Dey Play and continue convincing yourself

Bankowner:
You're getting it all wrong bro. Listening is a good communication skill and you put it to use when you really want to take time to think out your response. It has got nothing to do with slavery. It's even makes sense because you are able to articulate your thoughts and by the time you're responding, it's with empathy and the right response that will de-escalate tense situations.

That was under Buhari by the way/// The idea of adding values started then but most Nigerians had no clue...Look it all up.

https://restofworld.org/2023/nigeria-lithium-processing-ev/

matify83:
If those things you listed are parts of the T&C for operating the plant, it will be a welcome development. It will mean we are getting it right gradually.

Imagine we had such contracts with shell , BP and chevron when oil was discovered in Niger delta to build refineries upon hitting any well with reserves of say a billion barrels .

My Man...just for this.. I have followed you. Both of my children have Nigerian Names...like why would I need to adapt to you? The clothes I wear to work is what I will wear in Nigeria...even when my students had their Senior Party, I went in my Agbada...that is not to say we should not adapt, but we must not lose ourselves in the process. My students ask about Nigeria every time, because they know I travel to my beloved country...I have done my best to break so many stereotype. That is what we should do...enlighten, inform and educate cos really, they can be ignorant.

studyless123:
It's a lost battle. Colonization have left many of us with ethnic and cultural inferiority. Many Nigerians don't have intellectual perseverance/courage and so they easily give in to be seen as adaptable. Unfortunately we can't help the situation. Like the example you gave, I know individuals who gave themselves and English names for ease of pronunciation .
Ironically I promoted my Nigerian name and taught them how to pronounce it, they're always excited, teaching them the missing English sounds and making a recording of my name so that they can have it on their cell phones. When I was an executive of Black affinity groups. I also fought for diversity and inclusion. Anywhere I go I teach and promote my culture and refer them to resources where they can get more information.

Wrong...TESLA wanted to import our Lithium without building a plant..Chinese agreed to build a plant and they are also building Lithium Battery Plants and Lithium Solar...so yes they will benefit but they are not stealing..they are adding value to it. Would you have invested in it? Should Govt start doing all these?

matify83:
The Chinese are here to grab and leech on our resources again.

I hope there will be stringent regulations to protect the environment and also prevent them from fleecing the state and country of our dues.

Government should follow up on the agreement with them setting up a battery manufacturing plant in proximity to this processing/extracting plant

We cant be timid o...I remember seeing all our Nigerian folks naming their children American names...cos Americans cant pronounce Nigerian names. I was livid. Do they change their own names for us, no? I named my daughter my Yoruba name...she wanted to use middle name to help the teachers cos it is in English...I told her...teach them how to pronounce your name...that is your official name. Now, everyone calls her by her name .... OLUWATOSIN. You cannot conform...everyone must meet in the middle. I learn your culture, you learn mine. When we remain timid, we set a precedent for future generations. We can correct without being disrespectful.

studyless123:
You just made me spill my tee.
Some of us are very timid

You don't realize one day you will die and your skin won't amount to anything. Be careful what you say and be grateful for life before it is taken. You will answer for all your vile comments

Thundafireseun:
His skin looks too dirty

You could take a pig out of the dirt , but you can’t take the dirt off the pig

If this is the definition of Dapper, Abeg I no wan dapper