Justice Agatha Okeke of the Federal High Court, Uyo, has convicted and sentenced Scales Olatunji. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) labelled him “a notorious international fraudster”. The convict bagged 235 years imprisonment for internet fraud and money laundering. Olatunji pleaded “not guilty” after arraignment in July 2019 on 45-count charges. One reads: “That…
Syria has decided to formally recognize the “independence and sovereignty of the Luhansk and Donetsk People’s Republics.” This is according to Syrian State News Agency, SANA, CBN reports. “In an expression of the common will and the desire to establish relations in all sectors, the Syrian Arab Republic has decided to recognize the independence and…
Following the imminent arrival of left-back Tyrell Malacia, Manchester United are prepared to let three stars, Alex Telles, Brandon Williams and Alvaro Fernandez leave the club. Malacia is on the verge of joining Manchester United from Dutch side Feyenoord after the Red Devils launched a late bid for the 22-year-old on Monday night. Talks over…
Former Arsenal midfielder, Jack Wilshere, is set for a return to the club as youth team coach. The former England international has been in talks with the Gunners over a possible return. The 30-year-old’s footballing career is already coming to an end after a short spell with Danish side Aarhus last season. The Englishman has…
The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) Board, has advocated greater collaboration among stakeholders on the implementation of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy, NACS in the fight against corruption in the country. The NDIC suggested that effective sensitization on the components of NACS, especially the National Ethics & Integrity Policy, and the Freedom of Information Act would…
A deadline of August 1, 2022 has been set by the Ondo State Security Network Agency, often known as “Amotekun Corps,” for some public institutions to install Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) in their facilities. The ultimatum was issued, according to the corps, as part of its determination to crack down on acts of terrorism and…
R Kelly on Wednesday was sentenced to thirty years in jail on all nine count charges after victims matter their experiences. He was found guilty of one charge of racketeering and eight counts of violating a law which prohibits transporting people across state lines for prostitution. One of the victims, a woman with pseudonym Angela…
Former Chelsea striker, Hernan Crespo, has reacted to Romelu Lukaku’s decision to return to Inter Milan. Inter Milan on Wednesday confirmed the return of Lukaku following a dismal second spell at Stamford Bridge. The Belgium International returned to Chelsea last summer but could not find his rhythm at Stamford Bridge, leading to a loan move…
Romelu Lukaku’s loan move to Inter Milan is completed with all that is left is a statement from Chelsea. His advisor Sébastien Ledure told Sky: “We have signed all the documents. Inter and Chelsea’s new owner did a great job.” On what happens next year with Lukaku’s future: “We don’t know yet, we’ll see in…
Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, has backed the call by the Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom for the immediate release of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB’s leader. Governor Ortom had during an interview with Arise TV on Wednesday, demanded the release of the secessionist who has been in the custody of the Department of…
R&B singer, R. Kelly, on Wednesday, was sentenced to 30 years in prison. This follows his conviction last year on federal racketeering and sex trafficking charges. Kelly is accused of using his fame to ensnare victims he sexually abused. Prosecutors had asked the judge to sentence the 55-year-old to more than 25 years behind bars,…
The World Bank has discovered that the COVID-19 pandemic caused a large increase in digital payments amid the global expansion of formal financial services. This created new economic opportunities, narrowing the gender gap in account ownership, and building resilience at the household level to better manage financial shocks, Global Findex 2021 database notes. In low…
Midfielder, Frenkie de Jong, has told Manchester United and Barcelona that he does not want to leave Camp Nou this summer. Manchester United and Barcelona have reached an initial agreement over a €65 million (£56m) fee plus add-ons for the former Ajax midfielder. The midfielder is United manager, Erik ten Hag’s first choice target for…
Aston Villa manager, Steven Gerrard, is set to miss out on a reunion with former Liverpool teammate Luis Suarez, who is expected to join River Plate. Gerrard played 95 times with Suarez during their time at Anfield. The Villa boss had been heavily linked with a reunion with the Uruguay striker this summer, after the…
Former Minister of Sports and Youths Development, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, has condemned the culture of extreme monetised politics and political processes by some political actors in the country. Delivering a lecture at the 2022 annual Press Week of the Kwara State Correspondents Chapel, Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, on Wednesday in Ilorin, Bolaji described the…
The Nigerian Army raid on two communities in two Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Cross River State has come under severe criticism. The recurring communal crisis has claimed scores of lives, wounded and displaced many, with properties destroyed. Last weekend, some people were killed in Nko town after soldiers allegedly opened fire on residents. The…
The Senate, on Wednesday, adjourned plenary to enable it proceed on the Sallah break. The Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, accordingly, announced July 19, 2022, as resumption date. The Senate, before embarking on the three weeks recess, forwarded President Muhammadu Buhari’s request for the confirmation of Mohammed Bello as Chairman of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and…
OGC Nice have reportedly agreed personal terms with Nantes winger, Moses Simon, ahead of a potential summer move. Nantes, according to a report in RMC, are willing to sell Simon, who played a key role in their Coupe de France success last season. The Canaries president, Waldermar Kita told a press conference on…
In furtherance of the concerted efforts of his administration in reviewing the policies, programmes, structures and operations of the State Public Service for optimal results, Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State, on Wednesday, inaugurated an 8-man Committee to coordinate the implementation of the recommendations of the 12 Sectoral Committees. Inaugurating the Committee, Gov. Ugwuanyi represented…
The Senate, on Wednesday at plenary, screened and confirmed all the seven ministerial nominees sent by President Muhammadu Buhari on June 21. Buhari had in a letter that conveyed the names of the ministerial nominees to the Senate, explained that the confirmation request was in accordance with the provisions of Section 147 subsection 2 of…
