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I was against my son playing chess, don’t discourage your children from their passion – Record-breaker, Tunde Onakoya’s dad says
Pa Onakoya, the father of Nigerian chess prodigy Tunde Onakoya, has admitted that he initially opposed his son’s involvement in chess. He confessed that during Tunde’s childhood, he would interrupt his chess matches to encourage him to prioritize his education. In a sideline interview with City Edge TV at Lagos airport on Wednesday, where he, along with his wife and numerous others, welcomed the Guinness World Record-breaker, the proud father shared this revelation. He said, “To me, Babatunde Onakoya is an angel because whatever he set his mind on you must succeed. “As a small child, when Tunde was playing…
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Nigerian boy Femi Ositade wins $3.5 million worth of scholarships from Harvard and 13 foreign universities
A 17-year-old Nigerian, Oluwafemi Ositade, has achieved a remarkable feat by securing full scholarships to several prestigious Ivy League universities in the United States, Canada, and Qatar. Ositade, a member of The Ambassadors College, Ota’s Class of 2023, has earned scholarships totaling over $3.5 million. His exceptional success is attributed to his outstanding performance in the SAT, where he achieved a perfect score in Math (800/800) and an impressive score of 760 out of 800 in reading and writing. Additionally, his CGPA of 4.04/4.0 from college contributed to his accomplishments. Ositade received 14 scholarship offers from renowned institutions, nine of…
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EFCC Chairman alleges that former Governor Yahaya Bello moved $720,000 from the state government’s account to a BDC and used some of it to pay his child’s school fees in advance
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has detailed an account of how the former Governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello, purportedly transferred $720,000 from the state government’s account to a Bureau de Change (BDC), utilizing a portion of the funds to pay his child’s school fees in advance. In his address to the press, the EFCC Chairman refuted claims of being manipulated by anyone, as alleged by the former Governor. Olukoyede disclosed that he inherited the case upon assuming office and extended respect to Yahaya Bello by summoning him for questioning. According to Olukoyede, Bello…
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I want to appear in court but I am afraid of arrest – Yahaya Bello
Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello did not appear at the Federal High Court in Abuja for his arraignment on a 19-count charge by the EFCC, fearing arrest. “The defendant wants to come to court but he is afraid that there is an order of arrest hanging on his head,” Adedipe, SAN, submitted. His legal team argued that the arrest warrant was premature as the charge had not been properly served. Bello’s lawyer also challenged the legality of the EFCC Act, stating that it required ratification by state Houses of Assembly. The EFCC countered, urging the court not to set…
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FG to sell Abuja, Ibadan, Benin, Kaduna, Kano DisCos – Power Minister reveals
The Federal Government has announced its intention to divest ownership of the five electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos). Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, made this declaration on Monday, April 22, highlighting that banks and the Asset Management Company (AMCON), which have been overseeing these DisCos due to their inability to repay loans, lack the necessary technical expertise. The Minister stated that the sale to reputable technical power operators is slated for completion within three months. The affected entities include the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), managed by the United Bank of Africa (UBA); the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC); the Kaduna…
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Alleged N80.2bn fraud: ”Yahaya Bello remains a responsible citizen” – Kogi youths protest EFCC’s move to arrest Yahaya Bello
A group of youths in Kogi State on Tuesday staged a protest against the purported plans of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to apprehend former Governor Yahaya Bello on allegations of embezzling N80.2 billion. Converging in significant numbers, they obstructed the Lokoja-Abuja road, resulting in traffic congestion along the route. Under the banners of the Coalition of Civil Society for Democracy and the Africa Youths Coalition for Justice, the protesters voiced their grievances, accusing the anti-corruption agency of engaging in a witch-hunt and unfairly targeting the former governor. Their placards bore messages such as “Nigeria is not a…
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Dana Air plane crash-lands in Lagos
A Dana Air plane crash-landed at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport on Tuesday morning Fortunately, there were no casualties, and specific details about the incident were not immediately accessible at the time of reporting. The airline and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) are yet to comment or issue a statement on the matter.
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2015: Those asking me to apologize worse than Jonathan, Buhari, Tinubu – Aisha Yesufu
Prominent activist Aisha Yesufu has confronted individuals demanding an apology from her for leading the campaign that removed former President Goodluck Jonathan from office. Yesufu reiterated that those who supported President Buhari’s election made a significant contribution to the country, as the current state of affairs clearly demonstrates that 2018 was far superior to 2023. She emphasized that the deterioration of President Buhari’s second term compared to his first should not be dismissed as insignificant. According to her, it should not serve as an endorsement of the notion that rewarding failure leads to further decline. She wrote on X,: “Jonathan’s…
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Yahaya Bello is not a small child who could just be concealed somewhere, work with the DSS and police to get his actual location – Activist, Israel Joe tells EFCC
Human rights activist Comrade Israel Joe has expressed his disapproval of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) declaring the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, wanted. Joe remarked that such actions by the EFCC reflect poorly on the agency’s capability for thorough investigative work. He suggested that rather than publicly declaring Bello wanted, the EFCC should utilize its resources to locate him and bring him to justice, without undermining the public’s trust in the agency. “Yahaya Bello is not a small child who could just be concealed somewhere. “They should work with the DSS and Police to get…
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Don’t say what you can’t defend – Police PRO warns, says it could be criminal
The Nigeria Police Force spokesperson, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has issued a cautionary statement to Nigerians regarding their social media activities. Adejobi emphasized the importance of being able to substantiate comments made online. Highlighting the Cybercrime Prohibition Act of 2015, Adejobi stressed that individuals may face legal consequences for making unsupported claims or comments on social media. He warned that the police are actively pursuing individuals who engage in reckless or sarcastic online behavior, regardless of their status or affiliations.
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Naira will continue to appreciate against US dollar, Tinubu knows the game – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has provided assurance that the Nigerian currency will maintain its upward trend against the dollar. Shettima emphasized that President Bola Tinubu comprehends the dynamics and is committed to sustaining the appreciation of the naira. These remarks were made during a courtesy visit to the Vice President’s office in Abuja by a delegation from the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, led by President Gabriel Idahosa. According to a statement from his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President highlighted Tinubu’s decision to abolish fuel subsidies and streamline the multiple exchange rates, as the previous system was…
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Police detain Yahaya Bello’s female ADC after declared wanted by the EFCC
The ADC of the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has been apprehended and held in custody by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF). The female police officer and others were detained in the aftermath of the ex-governor’s eluding capture by EFCC agents on April 17th. They are suspected of aiding Bello’s evasion from EFCC authorities. The anti-corruption agency had raided Bello’s residence to arrest him on charges of money laundering and financial impropriety during his tenure. While the Nigeria Police Force has not issued an official statement on the arrests, sources within the police suggest that the officers may…
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