Author: Lawan

The Osun State Police Command has announced the arrest of a lawyer, Abdulrauf Ogunshola, and four other suspects in connection with the tragic killing of 14-year-old Olapade Ezekiel ahead of the August 15 governorship election in the state. The other arrested suspects are Saheed Kareem (a.k.a. Tanfiani), 32; Ismail Yekeen (a.k.a. Asumo Ayan), 24; Abass Afeez (a.k.a. SS Abass), 32; and Salako Taofeek (a.k.a. Fenuso), 30. In a statement issued on Friday on behalf of Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Zungura, the command’s spokesperson, Abiodun Ojelabi, stated that the shooting occurred on June 1, 2026, at about 3:30 p.m. at a…

The Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), the Most Rev’d Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba, has directed the Archbishop of the Province of the Niger and Bishop of the Diocese of Awka, the Most Rev’d Alexander C. Ibezim, to proceed on a six-month leave amid allegations and investigations into developments in the diocese. The directive, contained in a letter dated Tuesday, October 13, 2026, said the leave was intended to facilitate an impartial investigation into the allegations against Ibezim and restore peace and reconciliation in the Diocese of Awka. The letter, signed by Ndukuba in his capacity as Archbishop, Metropolitan…

Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, receiving a Glo delegation, Divisional Head, South East, Globacom, Mr Mike Ehumadu (right); Manager, Gloworld, New Market Road, Onitsha, Ann Okorougo (1st left); and Glo Brand Specialist, Success Owebuk, at the Glo- sponsored Ofala festival in Onitsha, Anambra State, on Friday. The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, Agbogidi, has commended Globacom for its 15 years commitment to the Ofala festival, saying the company’s support has transformed the event into a global cultural festival. Speaking at the 2026 edition of the festival at Ime Obi, Onitsha, Anambra State, on Friday, the monarch…

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Council, Ondo State Axis, has announced the release of its official magazine, Redefined Strides. According to the council, the initiative was conceived from the vision of the Chairman, Comrade Adekanye Mayomi Adeboye, and overseen by the Chief Press Secretary, Comrade Samuel Agbelusi. It said the magazine reflects the leadership’s commitment to documenting student activities, celebrating achievements, promoting accountability and providing a platform for the voices, aspirations and contributions of students across Ondo State.Conceived as a medium for information, documentation and engagement, Redefined Strides highlights the strides made within the student community,…

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and convener of the Oluyede Progressive Alliance for Renewed Hope Agenda (OPARHA), Dr. Oluwole Olumayokun Oluyede, has called for unity and cooperation among political stakeholders in Ekiti State, saying the state’s development should take precedence over partisan differences. Oluyede made the call in a congratulatory message to Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji published on the advertorial page of The Punch on Friday, as the governor was inaugurated for a second term in office. The PDP chieftain attended the inauguration ceremony, where he exchanged greetings with other dignitaries and interacted with journalists covering the…

2027: Tinubu And Wike Are The Only Two Politicians Who Understand The Game – Adebayo Looking at our democratic experience, we have two real politicians, the President himself and Minister Wike. Over time, they have demonstrated that they understand the game of politics. Deputy governors are looking for an easy route to victory, but that is not possible. All Minister Wike wants from them is to mobilise their supporters and loyalists to back their candidates in their respective states. Mutalubi Ojo Adebayo, Senior Advocate Of Nigeria credit Arisetv

₦1.425bn Was Used for Forex Transactions in Two Months A prosecution witness in the ongoing trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has told the Federal Capital Territory, FCT High Court, Maitama, Abuja, that transactions amounting to ₦1.425 billion were carried out for the purchase of foreign currencies between December 15 and February 21, 2022. The witness, a bureau de change operator Jamilu Abdullahi, who testified as Prosecution Witness 19, PW19, said he delivered the foreign currencies purchased through the transactions to Abba Adaudu. Abdullahi disclosed this on Thursday, October 15, 2026, before Justice Maryanne Anineh while being led…

Court Jails Five for Naira Abuse in Asaba Justice F. A. Olubanjo of the Federal High Court sitting in Asaba, Delta State on Thursday, October 15, 2026, convicted and sentenced five persons to jail for abuse of naira notes. The convicts are Ekweozor Divine, Udumeluo Godwin Chukwuebuka, Kennedy Uwadia, Godstime Ogie Eghosa and Bright Barry Imade. They Were convicted on one count charge for offence bordering on spraying of naira note which is contrary to section 21(3) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act 2007 and punishable under Section 21(1) of the Act.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned three persons for allegedly impersonating Nigerian blogger and influencer, Tunde Ednut to commit N18.2 million fraud. The defendants, Raymond Charles Yafetus, Auwal Ibrahim and Babangida Yahaya Ibrahim, were arraigned on Thursday, October 15, before Justice S. O. Ibrahim of the Federal High Court, Abuja. They were arraigned on a three-count charge bordering on cybercrime, conspiracy to commit fraud, impersonation and obtaining money by false pretence to the tune of N18,264,700.Count two of the charge reads: “That you Raymond Charles Yafetus, Auwal Ibrahim and Babangida Yahaya Ibrahim (now at large) between April…

Nigerian comedian and gospel entertainer Ayobami Ajewole, popularly known as Woli Agba, has urged gospel ministers, musicians and other creatives to prioritise adequate rest, maintain a spiritual support system and invest wisely in their future. Ajewole gave the advice in a video shared on his Facebook page following the death of gospel singer Toluwanimisings. He cautioned gospel ministers and entertainers against overworking themselves in pursuit of money, fame and professional commitments, stressing that the human body needs adequate rest to function effectively. According to him, having a vision or a busy schedule should not be an excuse to neglect one’s…