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Daud Olatunji Renowned legal scholar, Prof. Yemi Oke, has issued a robust response to what he termed “unfounded allegations” made against him by Venerable B. O. Okunuga.  The allegations were brought to light in an online document titled “Clergyman Call on LPPC to Disqualify Law Professor from SAN Rank alleging Fraudulent and Sharp Practices,” published on September 23, 2023, by Halima Abiola on loyalnigerianlawyer.com. Prof. Oke, who is a member of the Department of Jurisprudence and International Law at the University of Lagos, expressed his dismay at the public nature of the allegations, emphasizing that they were not only baseless…

Daud Olatunji The much-anticipated judgment day approaches as the Lagos State Governorship Election Tribunal prepares to rule on the petitions lodged by Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour of the Labour Party and Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, representing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).  These petitions are  contesting  the outcome of the March 18 governorship elections in Lagos State, where Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) were declared victors by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Justice Arum Ashom-led panel has officially announced the forthcoming judgment, scheduled for this Monday. Rhodes-Vivour, who secured the second…

Daud Olatunji In a remarkable display of commitment to fostering educational excellence and empowering young talents, former Senator representing Ogun West, Senator Tolu Odebiyi’s Scholarship Foundation has extended its benevolent reach to 400 deserving beneficiaries.  The foundation, led by Sen. Tolu Odebiyi, CON, continues to be a beacon of hope for students hailing from the Ogun West Senatorial District, as it disburses bursaries in anticipation of the upcoming 2023/24 academic year in various public tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The recipients of these bursaries expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Sen. Tolu Odebiyi, CON, the Patron of the foundation, for his unwavering…

Daud Olatunji The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to initiate an investigation into the alleged disappearance of $15 billion and N200 billion in oil revenues.  In a statement, SERAP’s deputy director, Kolawole Oluwadare, called for the establishment of a presidential panel to promptly examine these allegations, as documented by the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) between 2020 and 2021.  The group emphasized the importance of accountability, prosecution of suspected wrongdoers, and the recovery of any misappropriated funds to restore public trust and prevent further strain on the country’s finances. Failure to act could…

In a candid revelation, renowned Nollywood actor Ikechukwu Ogbonna, better known as IK Ogbonna, confesses to having never initiated a romantic pursuit. Ogbonna, previously married to Sonia Morales before their 2019 separation, boldly asserts that he has never approached a lady with romantic intentions.  Sharing his perspective on the latest Petite Talks podcast episode, the charming actor unveils that his relationships have typically blossomed from friendships. In his own words, he stated, “As amusing as it may sound, I’ve never attempted to woo a lady in my life. I don’t possess that skill. It’s not about being handsome. I believe…

Daud Olatunji  The Premium BreadMakers Association of Nigeria (PBAN) is taking proactive measures to combat the challenges faced by the baking industry in the midst of the country’s economic downturn.  PBAN, under the leadership of President Engineer Emmanuel Onuorah, is set to convene a crucial gathering of industry stakeholders on Thursday, November 9th, 2023, to devise solutions for the persistent issues plaguing bread production. Engineer Onuorah announced that the event will be chaired by Mr. Boye Olusanya, the Group Managing Director (GMD) of Flour Mills Nigeria Plc, bringing together prominent figures and regulators from the baking industry.  These experts will…

Chairman, Board of Trustees of the Peter Akinola Foundation Youth Centre for Industrial Training, Abeokuta, His Grace, Peter Jasper Akinola has explained the rationale for the establishment of the centre. The former primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican) Communion, who spoke during this year graduation ceremony of the vocational centre said that the centre was primarily established to take unemployed Nigerian youths off the streets. He lamented that many Nigerian youths are roaming the streets looking for jobs that are not available. While further explaining the mission of the centre, Akinola said it is all about raising youths, giving…

Daud Olatunji In a significant crackdown on impersonation within Lagos, the 9 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, stationed at Ikeja Cantonment, Lagos, has apprehended five individuals posing as soldiers.  These impostors, Johnson Ayemoba, Salami Olamilekan, Mumammed Bilyaminu, Abijo Taofeek, and Adewale Quadri, were taken into custody following separate incidents in Ojodu Berger, Ikorodu, Ogba, and Ikeja. Their arrests, confirmed by Major Augustine Kolawole, the Director of Public Relations for the 9 Brigade, came during a routine patrol by the Brigade.  The suspects had been causing disruptions, engaging in theft, and sometimes resorting to violence while using military uniforms and…

At least 34 people were killed when a contraband fuel dump burst into flames in southern Benin near the border with Nigeria, a government official said on Saturday. “A serious fire occurred in the town of Seme Podji,” Interior Minister Alassane Seidou told reporters. “Unfortunately we have 34 deaths including two babies. Their bodies are charred because the cause of the fire is smuggled fuel.” AFP

Daud Olatunji The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, expressed concern over the state of custodial centers in Nigeria during a visit by the EU Ambassador, Samuela Isopi. He emphasized that over 70% of the 79,000 inmates are awaiting trial, and an additional 4,000 are unable to pay their fines, resulting in their detention. Tunji-Ojo highlighted the potential for reducing the inmate population by 40% through the exploration of non-custodial alternatives as outlined in the Correctional Service Act.  He said  ” over 70 percent of the 79,000 inmates are awaiting trial. “We have over 4000 inmates in the facilities for their…