The immediate-past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, and two others, on Wednesday, pleaded not guilty to the 16-count charges brought against them by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bello, who is the 1st defendant, vehemently denied the allegations before Justice Maryann Anenih as they were reeled out by the Court Registrar. After taking their plea, the Defendants’ Counsel, JB Daudu, SAN, moved an application for bail. But the EFCC Counsel, Kemi Pinheiro, opposed the application, saying it had expired in October. RELATED: EFCC Arraigns Yahaya Bello As Supporters Throng Court Making clarifications, the Defendants’ Counsel clarified saying…
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Former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, has been arraigned before the FCT High Court on Wednesday. This is as supporters of the former governor besieged the court, forcing Justice Maryann Anenih to leave the courtroom in anger. Justice Anenih, billed to take the plea of the former governor and two others, rose abruptly and announced not to come back until there was sanity in the courtroom. Shortly after the Judge left the courtroom, Yahaya Bello, who sat at the front seat in the courtroom, got up and moved to control the surging crowd. He immediately directed his followers and sympathisers…
As the 2027 general elections approach, a new political movement, “The Alternative’ has emerged, aiming to challenge the status quo and provide a fresh alternative for the country’s leadership. The political movement plans to transform Nigeria’s economic woes and provide a credible platform for the nation’s development. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, yesterday,Promoter and Chief Convener of the movement Otunba Segun Showunmi, said, “The reason for the birth of the movement is the need to rescue our nation and democracy from the danger we see on the horizon. “There is an urgent need for a platform to engage…
PrimeTech Digital Africa Ltd, an innovative software and EdTech company driving the growth of the industry by leveraging cutting-edge solutions to revolutionise corporate training and e-learning services, has trained over 300 employees of multinational companies in Nigeria with its Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven tools within its first year of operation. PrimeTech Digital Africa uses key technology features and innovations, particularly in the integration of AI into corporate training and e-learning such as artificial intelligence (AI) personal tutors (personal courses tutor), artificial intelligence (AI) buddies (Career, Equipment fault troubleshooting etc.) and customizable e-Learning solutions (Digitization of SOPs) to ensure efficient delivery…
Gender-based violence (GBV) is one of the most prevalent, pervasive and demeaning forms of violence. It refers to harmful acts directed at individuals or groups based on their gender and rooted in gender inequality, abuse of power, and harmful social norms, disproportionately affecting women, girls, and marginalized groups. GBV encompasses a wide range of abuses, including but not limited to physical, sexual, emotional and psychological violence, economic abuse and cultural or traditional violence. GBV is primarily driven by societal norms and structures that reinforce the idea that one gender (usually men) holds power over another. It is also further exacerbated…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has called on the Chinese government to increase aid flows to Africa, particularly Nigeria, as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and foster development. Akpabio made the appeal in Abuja on Tuesday while hosting a Chinese delegation led by the Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China, Zhang Qingwei. The visit marked Qingwei’s first official trip to Africa, which Akpabio described as historic and full of potential. “While China’s trade relations with Africa have continued to grow, I want to seize the opportunity offered by your visit to…
In a move to enhance oversight mechanisms, President Bola Tinubu has nominated three new members to fill existing vacancies on the Board of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). This was contained in a formal letter addressed to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, by President Tinubu. According to a statement by Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday night, the nominees are Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle from Oyo State, Kennedy Ikpeme from Cross River, and Justice Ibrahim Buba, a retired judge of the Federal High Court. Established in 1979, the Code of Conduct Bureau plays a critical role in…
Asisat Oshoala will miss Super Falcons’ friendly match against France’s Les Bleues on Saturday, November 30, as she takes time to renew her documentation in the USA. Star Bay FC forward remains an integral part of the Super Falcons and an invaluable player, but was left out of the squad for Saturday’s friendly match due to ‘logistical reasons’, according to the team coach, Justin Madugu. “Her absence is purely due to logistical reasons and not a reflection of her talent or importance to the team,” Madugu told ESPN. “Unfortunately, her (USA) visa and work permit expired and she is in…
Wema Bank has announced the top 10 teams proceeding to the grand finale of Hackaholics 5.0, following a pre-pitch. The Top 10 finalists for Hackaholics 5.0 are University X, Empayment AI, BloomBeauty, Aceede, Fegor, Northino, Nimsy, MyTherapist, GbalePrime, and MyItura. The pre-pitch ceremony is the precursor to the Hackaholics 5.0 Grand Finale, scheduled for Wednesday, November 27, 2024, with the theme “Meta Idea: Catalyzing Africa’s Growth Through Innovation”. Following their shortlisting to Top 10, the finalists are set to prove their mettle, battling for N75,000,000 worth of prizes in the Hackaholics 5.0 Grand Finale. Included in this ₦75,000,000 prize package…
The leadership of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) under the chairmanship of Edozie Njoku has petitioned the National Judicial Council (NJC) over a judgement delivered by Justice J.K. Omotosho on the leadership feud rocking the party. Founder and chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT) of the party, Chief Chekwas Okorie disclosed this at a press briefing held in Enugu. Okorie noted that the Justice Omotosho of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja delivered a verdict on the leadership tussle in the party on November 20th, 2024 when a similar case was still pending at the Supreme Court. He added…