Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has described the passing of Chief Ayo Adebanjo, a foremost nationalist and leader of the Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group Afenifere, as the end of a remarkable chapter in Nigeria’s political history. In a statement issued in Abeokuta, Abiodun eulogized Adebanjo as a principled leader and …
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Binance Executive Accuses Nigerian Lawmakers of Demanding $150m Bribe
By Ekpenyong Emmanuel Tigran Gambaryan, the Head of Financial Crime at cryptocurrency firm Binance, has named three Nigerian lawmakers who allegedly demanded a $150 million bribe from him. The lawmakers are Philip Agbese, Deputy Spokesperson for the House of Assembly; Ginger Obinna Onwusibe, Head of the House of Representatives Committee …
Read More »NGF Sympathizes with Kano Over Tragic Auto Crash, Prays for Victims
By Taiwo Niyi, KWARA | The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic auto crash in Kano State that claimed 23 lives and left over 50 others injured. In a condolence message, the Forum extended sympathies to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, the affected families, and the …
Read More »AU Summit: Tinubu Seeks Stronger Ties with African Leaders in Ethiopia
By Ekpenyong Emmanuel President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to participate in the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government. . The President’s visit is aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s ties with other African countries and promoting regional cooperation. …
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