EFCC Declares Yahaya Bello Wanted
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EFCC PRESS RELEASE

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, April 18, 2024 declared a former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Adoza Bello wanted in connection with an alleged money laundering.

Presidency behind Ganduje’s political travails, says Kano APC spokesperson
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The spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano, Alhaji Ahmad Aruwa, has accused some powerdul forces in the presidency for plotting to remove Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje as the Acting Chairman of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC).


He stated this in a short video which has gone viral in the Social Media.

Aruwa threatened of a potential political crisis if Ganduje is eventually removed as the National Chairman of APC.

247ureports.com reports that a Kano High Court, on Wednesday, affirmed the susension of Ganduje as a member of APC by his Ward leadership in Kano.

Ganduje’s elder son visits Kano anti-corruption chairman, lauds govt for investigating father
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In September 2021, Abdulazeez lodged a petition with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against his mother, Hafsat Ganduje, accusing her of corruption. In the petition, he detailed how he was approached by a property developer to assist in acquiring land in Kano for a substantial sum of money.

It was revealed that Abdulazeez paid the specified amounts in US dollars to his mother, Mrs. Ganduje. However, the property developer later discovered that the land he had paid for had been allocated to other buyers and requested a refund.

The Kano anti-corruption commission had previously taken legal action against Mr. Ganduje, his wife, Hafsat Umar, his son Umar Abdullahi Umar, and five others on charges related to corruption, misappropriation, and diversion of funds, amounting to billions of naira. Other individuals involved include Abubakar Bawuro, Jibrilla Muhammad, Lamash Properties Limited, Safari Textiles Limited, and Lasage General Limited.

Armed Men Gun Down Traffic Warden in Anambra, Zoom Off
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According to sources, the traffic warden stopped and blocked a Toyota Sienna vehicle with tinted glasses, and was about questioning them, while one of the persons in the Sienna pulled out his gun and shot him on the head, while the vehicle zoomed off immediately.

Peter Obi Appreciates Nigerian Diaspora Support, Affirms Corruption and Poor Leadership as Root Causes of Nigeria’s Socio-Political Economic Woes
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In his remarks Mr. Peter Obi, said he was on a course to visit all the cities he was at before the 2023 Presidential campaigns, to say Thank You for all the support he got from the Diaspora Nigerians. He vowed not to relent in his advocacy for better quality of life for every Nigerian, especially the neglected Nigeria’s underclass. He argued that corruption and poor leadership are the primary culprits behind Nigeria’s ongoing socio-political and economic challenges. Mr. Obi asserted that the entrenched culture of corruption and the lack of visionary leadership have severely impeded the nation’s progress and prosperity.

Junior Pope’s Death Should Serve As a Lesson to All of Us — Anambra Culture Commissioner, Onyenji
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Recall that, on Wednesday April 10, a boat that conveyed a movie crew to a film location in Anambra West L.G.A. of Anambra State, was returning to Asaba, where it took off from when a mishap befell it, leading to the death of some of the people in the boat, including famous Nollywood actor, John Paul Odonwodo (popularly known as Junior Pope), among others.

The incident has, since then, has continued to generate a chain of reactions and counter-reactions from Nigerians and other concerned individuals across the world, who, among other things, condemned the non-observance of the necessary precautionary and safety measures before embarking on such trip, especially as it concerns provision of and the use of life jackets by the people, which are prerequisites for any such boat/water-related adventure.

Reacting to the incident while addressing newsmen in Awka, Commissioner Onyenji, described it as unfortunate and painful, especially considering the loss of lives that resulted from it, including that of Junior Pope and other promising talents in the movie and other creative industries.

EFCC To Arraign Cubana Chief Priest Today For Abuse Of Naira
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This is coming days after controversial cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, was sentenced to a six months imprisonment for Naira abuse.
A copy of the charge sighted by Journalists, was filed on April 4th by EFFC’s prosecutor Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN) alongside seven other lawyers representing the chairman of the Commission.
In Count 1, it was alleged, “that you, Okechukwu Pascal on 13th Feb. 2024, at Eko Hotel, within the jurisdiction of the court, while dancing during a social event, tampered with funds in the denomination of N500 (Five Hundred Naira) issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria by spraying same for two hours, and you thereby committed an offence, contrary to and punishable under Section 21(1) of the Central Bank Act 2007”

Why There’s Blackout in Southeast — EEDC Explains
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The Head, Corporate Communications, EEDC, Mr. Emeka Ezeh disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Monday.

This temporary blackout, according to him, is as a result of a total system collapse that occurred in the early hours of the day, at about 2:41am, and which he said, affected transmissions in the five south-eastern states of Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, and Imo./

Nigerian Bodybuilder, Michael Chidozie Shot Dead by His Wife in US
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US-based Igboman bodybuilder, Michael Chidozie has died after being shot multiple times by his wife, Keaiirra Shavoiyae Chidozie.

Michael, 26 was gunned down by his wife in the middle of an argument in front of their children in their home in Houston on March 21.

Micheal was said to have gotten into an argument with his wife that began to escalate quickly. She then took out a handgun and shot the bodybuilder multiple times.

He was rushed to Ben Taub Hospital after police found him with gunshot wounds and his wife in a panic situation in a nearby parking lot holding their two kids, aged three and two.

How Army Tortured Hotel Manager To Death In Abia, Brutalises Staff After NAF Cadet Drowned In Swimming Pool
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The NAF Tarmac Four cadet, simply identified as CDT Chidiebere, had reportedly died on Tuesday in the swimming pool.

Following the incident, the Nigerian Army led by one Major Inuwa who was reportedly investigating the unfortunate incident ordered soldiers including one of the Cadet officers who came with late Chidiebere to the hotel swimming pool to beat four hotel staff that were invited for interrogation to stupor.

In the process, Etubi died, a reliable source who witnessed the incident told Journalists.

According to the source, who didn’t want his name mentioned, the situation that led to his demise started a few days ago when a cadet officer from the Nigerian Air Force Tarmac Four came into the Hotel Royal Damgrete Umuahia to swim and have fun with his friends and drowned while swimming.

Anambra Boat Mishap: Jacket Was Provided for Everyone, But Junior Pope Refused to Take His — Movie Producer Breaks Silence
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As reactions and counter reactions continue to trail the fatal boat mishap that occured in Anambra State on Wednesday, involving a movie cast, the Producer of the movie Adanma Luke, has finally opened up on what she knows about the incident.

Recall that a boat that conveyed a movie crew to a film location in Anambra West L.G.A. of Anambra State, was returning to Asaba, where it took off from when a mishap befell it accident, leading to the death of some of the people in the boat, including famous Nollywood actor, John Paul Odonwodo (popularly known as Junior Pope), among others.

‘I’m a male,’ Bobrisky confirms gender in court
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Controversial crossdresser, Bobrisky has confirmed his gender during his trial on charges of naira abuse in court on Friday.


Recall the crossdresser was handed a six-month jail sentence by Abimbola Awogboro, a judge of the federal high court in Lagos.

Awogboro, in her verdict, also ruled that the sentence is without the option of a fine.

The judge while sentencing the convict, said the judgment will be a deterrent to others that are found to be abusing and mutilating the Naira.

Meanwhile, prior to the sentence, the judge asked Bobrisky of his sex, and he quickly replied that he is a man.

Bobrisky is famous on the internet for identifying as a transgender woman.

Another Anambra Community Leader Assassinated While Breaking Kola Nut in His Compound
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The statement partly read: “The Association of Past Presidents-General of Anambra State (APPAS) has received the shocking news of the brutal death of one of her members, Chief Cajetan Nwokike, former PG Amansea, who was allegedly shot dead by unknown gunmen yesterday morning in his house at Amansea.


“The report said that late Cajetan Nwokike was performing his traditional morning prayer of breaking of kola nut that fateful morning when two young men entered his house and shot him point blank on the head, killing him instantly.”

When this reporter, Izunna Okafor, contacted him, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Anambra State Police Command, SP Ikenga Tochukwu, confirmed the incident, and added that the Command was already investigating the issue.

APC National Chairman, Family, Associates To Face Trial For Billion-Dollar Bribery Allegations in Kano
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The case, presided over by Justice Usman Malam Na’aba, centers on accusations of dollar bribery and financial misconduct.

The State Government has assembled 15 witnesses for the trial, which implicates six additional defendants and spans allegations totaling $413,000 and N1.38 billion.

Anambra School Floors USA, Turkey to Win 1st Position in Another International Competition
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History was made today as Nigeria emerged victorious at the prestigious World Affairs Challenge (WAC) 2024! Christ the King College (CKC) Onitsha, representing the nation, secured the coveted global first-place position, marking the first time Nigeria is clinching Gold in the competition’s 32-year history.

The World Affairs Challenge, organized by WorldDenver, empowers high school students to develop innovative solutions for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year, students tackled critical issues like climate change, poverty, and inequality.

The students, Ekufu Ernest, Obuna Somtochukwu, Umeodinka Emmanuel, Ejike Ekene, and Ubah Jason, led by their coach, Mr. John Onuigbo, impressed the judges with their impactful project, “Wise Tales by Primus,” a captivating series of digital comic stories addressing environmental degradation, climate change, and substance abuse. “Wise Tales by Primus” aims to raise awareness and inspire positive change among young people.

How Protesters Set Guest House Ablaze In Imo – As Owner’s Son, Soldiers Tortured Innocent Youth To Death
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Tension gripped Umulogho community in Obowo Local Government Area as enraged youths took to the streets, setting fire to a section of a hotel following the reported death of a youth named Ebuka Nwaneri.

The incident, which unfolded over the weekend, stemmed from allegations that Nwaneri stole a mobile phone belonging to a military personnel.

According to accounts from community source, the hotel’s proprietor’s son, Ibe Obasi, and the phone owner, a military personnel, confronted Nwaneri after the disappearance of the device.

It was revealed that Ebuka was subjected to harsh interrogation, resulting in his confinement in a generator house on the premises in an attempt to extract a confession.

19 Years After, Nnewi Man Who Died and Resurrected in Mortuary Singlehandedly Builds Magnificent Church for God
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Uncommon shouts of joy rent the air at the St. Francis Catholic Church Parish, Umuezeagu, Nnewi, in Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra over the week, as the congregation trooped out en masse to receive and embrace a brand new fully-furnished ultra modern church building singlehandedly built for them by a concerned parishioner and patriotic son of the soil, Chief Arch. Onyedika Anosike.

Balmed with milk-coloured paint with creative design that further dignifies its pulchritude, the church, which has a well-balanced magnificent tower that gazes up to the heavens above, is also equiped with ultra modern facilities that make it stand out as the church of the moment in the entire Catholic Diocese of Nnewi and its environs. It also has a professionally designed marble altar, as well as a semi-circular gallery that serves both the general and specific needs of the users in case of population explosion.

Imo Election Tribunal: Setback For APC As Key Witness Admits Irregularities In Uzodimma’s Votes – WAEC Certificate
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The key witness of the Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, at the ongoing election petition tribunal in Abuja says that the votes garnered by the governor exceeded the number of accredited voters.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had declared Uzodinma of the All Progressives Congress (APC) winner of the November 11 off-cycle election in the state.

While the governor polled 540,308 votes, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Samuel Anyanwu polled scored 71,503 votes. Achonu came third with 64,081 votes.

Both the PDP and LP candidates however rejected the outcome of the election and have headed to court to claim what they insist is their mandate.

Social Media Influencer Ijele Arrested For Accusing Evang Ebuka Obi Of Fake Miracles
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A controversial Nigerian activist on social media, Mr. Chizorom Harrison Ofoegbu, popularly known as Ijele is being detained by the Nigeria Police Force over his allegations against Evangelist Ebuka Obi.

In his viral post, Ijele called the pastor a liar and tagged all his miracles as deceits, urging the police to arrest him for turning his religious institution into a business enterprise.

He wrote: “Dear @Lagos PoliceNG cc @BenHundeyin and our Ministry of Justice, have we abolished the 4(19) of our criminal code?

Nigeria Government Declares Simon Ekpa, Chika Edozie, 95 Others Wanted
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The Defence Headquarters(DHQ), has declared 97 persons wanted for terrorism, violent extremism, secessionist among other violent crimes.
Prominent among the names and pictures of the wanted persons released by Director, Defence Media is Simon Ekpa.
He said the banners would be deployed in strategic areas across the country. “The deployment of the banner is for ease of recognition and arrest of the wanted persons. They public is urge to cooperate and report,please.
The wanted persons, terrorists/ bandits and insurgents commanders are from the North East, North West, North Central and South-East zones.

Meet Young Graduate and Mathematician Who Hawks Palm Oil As Means of Livelihood in Anambra
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The 32-year-old graduate of Electronic and Computer Technology from the University of Calabar, who hails from Umuahia in Abia State, has his story reflect and encapsulate the aspirations, struggles and the conditions of many young Nigerians today.

This reporter, Izunna Okafor, bumped into a young man around the popular UNIZIK Junction (also known as the UNIZIK Temp. Site) in Awka, where he was seen running to hand over a can of palm oil to a female passenger in a tricycle (Keke), who eventually threw out a cash of N1000 for him, as the tricycle continued its journey. A close observation shows the well-dressed young man as he returned to a spot where other cans palm oil were also seen, loaded in a white bucket, which he then settled on his head and began to trek down the axis. This moved this reporter to approach him for inquiries regarding what had just transpired and his destination with the bucket of oil on his head.

Like Delta, Unknown Gunmen Ambush, Kill Mopol 18 Operatives In Imo
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Operatives of Mopol 18, Owerri were ambushed and Murdered by unidentified gunmen on early hours of today, in Okigwe Local Government of Imo State.


This was revealed in a press release signed by the Police public relations officer in Imo, ASP Henry Okoye and made available for our correspondent.

The release read in full;

“The Commissioner of Police Imo State Command, CP Aboki Danjuma has condemned the attack and gruesome murder of personnel of Mopol 18, Owerri, by gunmen suspected to be members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliate Eastern Security Network (ESN). The officers were ambushed in the early hours of today, 23/03/2024 while on patrol duties along old Gariki Road Okigwe by the disgruntled elements who threw dynamite on the officer’s patrol vehicle and engaged them in a protracted gunfight. In the process, two officers paid the ultimate price while four others survived the attack.

Publisher, Ezenekwe Calls For Immediate Release Of IPOB Leader, Kanu – Faults Tinubu’s Action On Sowore Case
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The media Chief, who accused Tinubu led administration of continuously denying Kanu’s bail application, whereas his Yoruba kinsman Omoyele Sowore, convener of RevolutionNow movement facing a similar trial against the federal government has been given back his travel documents by Tinubu led administration

Ezenekwe’s tweet read in full;

“When bigotry meets Injustice… It often smells like Nigeria…

BREAKING!!! Biafra Separatist Fighters Capture Bakassi Headquarters
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According to report, the incident happened at 1pm on 18 March when the separatist fighters invaded the compound to dispers government workers, killing 9 Gendarmes, several other officers were disarmed on gunpoint.

More details in our subsequent Bulletin….

Bandits kidnap Catholic priest and 15 others in Taraba
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During the raid, It was learnt that many of the villagers have sustained gunshot wounds while trying to escape into the mountains.

The gunmen who rode on motorcycles were said to be numbering over 100. Spokesman of Taraba State Police Command, SP Usman Abdullahi, has confirmed the attack.

Insecurity: Tinubu Calls for Support for Nigerian Hunters
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As part of proactive measures to curb insecurity in Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has tasked the 36 state governors to support the activities and operations of Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS) in their respective states.

Tinubu who made the appeal at a crucial meeting with governors of the 36 states at the State House Abuja, underscored the pivotal role of hunters in combing the forests, stressing that they were veritable security alternatives that would complement the services of the Nigeria Police and other conventional security agencies in the country.

He noted that the activation of hunters in all the states of the federation would help a great deal to drastically reduce crimes especially forest related crimes.

Sirika in EFCC net on alledged scam of over N8b aviation contracts diversion
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Officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have apprehended the immediate younger brother to former Aviation Minister, Abubakar Ahmad Sirika.

Sources close to the family gathered that Sirika was arrested by the anti-graft agency on Sunday, February 4 over investigation on the activities of President Mohammadu Buhari’s Aviation Minister.

While in office as minister, Sirika was accused of conspiracy, abuse of office, diversion of public funds, contract inflation, criminal breach of trust and money laundering amounting to N8,069,176,864.

According to EFCC, the sum was for four aviation contracts from the former minister to a company known as Engirios Nigeria Limited, owned by his younger brother.

Re-run Election: Ex-Anambra Commissioner Raises Alarm Over Rising Tension in Nanka, Accuses Ex-PDP Lawmaker of Using Thugs to Disrupt APGA Campaign
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However, in the build-up for the highly anticipated election, some happenings have been recorded in the community, some of which include the life threats from some yet-to-be-identified persons warning the current Member representing the Orumba North and South Federal Constituency and candidate of the Young People’s Party (YPP) for the re-run election, Hon. Mrs Chinwe Nnabuife not to come into Nanka again for any reason; the consequent gruesome assassination of the YPP Chairman in Nanka Ward 1, Chief Joseph Ezenwegbu (Joe Mohale); alleged kidnap of another indigene of the community, Chief Patrick Ezeanaka; among other happenings.

Ebonyi Bandits Release Remaining Abducted Abians
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Ten of the abductees had been released on Wednesday, January 24 following intervention of the Abia State Deputy Governor, Ikechukwu Emetu and other government officials.

It was gathered that following the intervention, the captors released 10 of their captives to the police in Ishiagu Community in Ebonyi State who thereafter released them to the Ugwueke Community..

PDP Must Evolve, ‘Drop’ the Past, Embrace the Future – By Ikenna Ellis-Ezenekwe
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Although the principal himself did not comment openly on the public discourse of his vying again for the presidential seat, he however, did not shun his operators to desist from marketing his candidacy to the general public. He allowed the discourse, almost as though to encourage the insensitivity to the untold hardships currently bedeviling the country, the insensitivity to the astronomic inflation in everyday food prices, and the activities surrounding the day-to-day survival of Nigerians.

This insensitivity to the plight of Nigerians owing to callous greed and blind quest for power defines the group that currently holds the PDP firmly by its jugular. They are termed the “Old PDP” – the ones that refuse to embrace the future for a new PDP. They consist of the part of PDP that has refused to embrace the new realities of the changing times. In their understanding, the PDP serves solely as means to power rather than means to deliver good governance.

Bruce Fein Writes UN, AU, EU, King Charles On Nnamdi Kanu’s Continued Detention
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I am writing as international counsel for Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. He is currently arbitrarily detained in a Nigerian dungeon in precarious health and denied access to necessary medical care.



The United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention declared on July 20, 2022, that Mr. Kanu’s detention was in violation of sixteen (16) jus cogens international human rights covenants. It ordered his immediate and unconditional release and reparations. Nigeria has sneered at and disrespected the Working Group’s order for more than 18 months.



On October 1, 2020, five United Nations Human Rights experts lettered Nigerian President Mohammadu Buhari protesting the summary listing of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), as a terrorist organization. Its consensus leader is Mr. Kanu.

Breaking News: Renewed Violence Between APC & NNPP In Kano State
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Our Correspondent gathered that there have been pockets of clashes between supporters of both parties, even after the Supreme Court Judgement that gave Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf victory.

It was gathered that some zealous supporters of NNPP have continued to make mockery of the APC governorship candidate, Dr. Nasiru Ysusf Gawuna, with the slogan that had reigned in the Social Media, “Gawuna is coming.”