Olejeme is facing an eight-count charge related to converting, transferring, procuring, and taking possession of funds suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activity. The EFCC alleged that she diverted funds from the NSITF while serving as board chair. One of the charges states that she indirectly converted over N321 million into the account of a […]
Speaking during a menstrual hygiene sensitisation programme for students in Sokoto State, GEI said insecurity, displacement, and poverty continue to expose girls, especially in the North, to abuse, early marriage, and disrupted education. GEI stressed the need for urgent action by government, development partners, and community leaders to ensure girls’ safety, access to education, and […]
In a statement issued in Abuja, the Fund said the portal would be accessible for a limited period, urging institutions to take full advantage of the opportunity. The verification is part of the ongoing 2024/2025 student loan application process. NELFUND warned that failure to complete the exercise within the window will lead to disqualification from […]
William Troost-Ekong opened the scoring from the penalty spot after a Lesotho handball, before Akor Adams doubled the lead with a composed finish. Lesotho pulled one back through Kalake late in the game, but Nigeria held on to claim all three points. Despite the victory, Nigeria remain second in Group C with 14 points, trailing […]
The governor signed the budget during the state’s monthly Project Delivery Meeting held at Government House, Uyo, commending the House of Assembly for the swift passage of the bill and reaffirming his commitment to transparency and accountability. “To the people of Akwa Ibom, I assure you that we remain focused on delivering impactful governance. The […]
The Executive Secretary of the State Primary Healthcare Board, Elijah Ogunsola, said the initiative aims to reduce maternal deaths caused by unsafe abortions and ensure access to rights-based reproductive healthcare. He explained that unsafe abortion remains one of the leading causes of maternal mortality in Nigeria, particularly among women in low- and middle-income communities. The […]
The event, organised by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), serves as a platform to attract investments from Nigerians abroad into key sectors of the economy, including real estate, healthcare, ICT, energy, and the creative industry. NiDCOM Chair, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said the summit has grown in scale and impact since its inception, generating hundreds of […]
The Commanding Officer of the FOB Escravos, Navy Capt. Ikenna Okoloagu, disclosed this to journalists in Warri, saying that the achievements were made possible through credible intelligence. He added that naval personnel recovered approximately 11,200 litres of stolen crude oil from the illegal refining sites. He said, “The significant operational successes in the fight against […]
This follows the appointment of the new council by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, coming on the heels of recent engagements between the governor and LAUTECH staff during his visit to the hospital, where he met with health workers to hear their concerns. Makinde’s appointments, formalised in letters signed by his Chief of Staff, Segun […]
IPAC Secretary and Lagos State Chairperson of the Action People’s Party, Abiola Adeyemi, congratulated Amupitan while speaking with journalists in Lagos, urging the new INEC chairman to enhance the integrity of elections and build confidence in the electoral system. According to her, Nigerians are disenchanted with the electoral process, hence the recurrent voter apathy during […]