P-Square’s ex-manager to be tried for suspected $1m, £34,000 theft

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission will on Tuesday arraign the elder brother of Peter Okoye (Alias Mr P) and Paul Okoye (Alias Rudeboy), Jude Okoye, the former manager of the hip-hop artistes, of the defunct music group, P-Square, on fresh charges of $1,019,763.87 and £34,537.59, theft before the Lagos State Special Offences Court in
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission will on Tuesday arraign the elder brother of Peter Okoye (Alias Mr P) and Paul Okoye (Alias Rudeboy), Jude Okoye, the former manager of the hip-hop artistes, of the defunct music group, P-Square, on fresh charges of $1,019,763.87 and £34,537.59, theft before the Lagos State Special Offences Court in

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PDP berates Zulum for demolishing NNPP chieftain’s plaza

The Peoples Democratic Party has  condemned the demolition of a plaza belonging to Attom Magira, a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party in the state The party described the demolition as “wicked, cowardly and a direct recipe for crisis in the state” The PDP, in a statement on Saturday by its state Publicity Secretary,
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The Peoples Democratic Party has  condemned the demolition of a plaza belonging to Attom Magira, a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party in the state The party described the demolition as “wicked, cowardly and a direct recipe for crisis in the state” The PDP, in a statement on Saturday by its state Publicity Secretary,

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Adebanjo and Clark depart without seeing Nigeria of their dream

The recent exit of elder statesmen, Chief Ayo Adebanjo and Chief Edwin Clark, three days apart, was monumental. Despite the longevity both enjoyed, their death were no less sad. Adebanjo died on February 14, 2025, two months to his 97th birthday, having been born on April 10, 1928, while Clark died on February 17, three
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The recent exit of elder statesmen, Chief Ayo Adebanjo and Chief Edwin Clark, three days apart, was monumental. Despite the longevity both enjoyed, their death were no less sad. Adebanjo died on February 14, 2025, two months to his 97th birthday, having been born on April 10, 1928, while Clark died on February 17, three

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Fury deals Joshua fight blow

Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has dealt a significant blow to Anthony Joshua’s hopes of a blockbuster showdown after admitting he “can’t be f***ed” with boxing, casting further doubt on his potential return to the ring despite recent rankings speculation. The 36-year-old “Gypsy King,” who announced his retirement in January following his second consecutive defeat
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Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has dealt a significant blow to Anthony Joshua’s hopes of a blockbuster showdown after admitting he “can’t be f***ed” with boxing, casting further doubt on his potential return to the ring despite recent rankings speculation. The 36-year-old “Gypsy King,” who announced his retirement in January following his second consecutive defeat

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Mitigating persistent market fires

DEADLY fire outbreaks at markets are making Nigerian traders miserable. Seven days ago, traders at the Ladipo and Owode-Onirin markets in Lagos State suffered losses following fire outbreaks. Recurring fires in markets across Nigeria have been a matter of concern. As the preventive measures are still low, more fire incidents are still possible. Various factors
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DEADLY fire outbreaks at markets are making Nigerian traders miserable. Seven days ago, traders at the Ladipo and Owode-Onirin markets in Lagos State suffered losses following fire outbreaks. Recurring fires in markets across Nigeria have been a matter of concern. As the preventive measures are still low, more fire incidents are still possible. Various factors

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MTN gains global recognition on climate change

MTN Nigeria has received global recognition for its environmental sustainability efforts, earning a B- rating in Climate Change and C in Water Security from the Carbon Disclosure Project. The ratings, disclosed in a statement on Monday, underscore the telecommunications company’s approach to addressing environmental challenges and its commitment to transparency in managing climate and water-related
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MTN Nigeria has received global recognition for its environmental sustainability efforts, earning a B- rating in Climate Change and C in Water Security from the Carbon Disclosure Project. The ratings, disclosed in a statement on Monday, underscore the telecommunications company’s approach to addressing environmental challenges and its commitment to transparency in managing climate and water-related

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End violence in farming communities

NIGERIA needs food security. Yet, its farming communities are under torment. This is a national paradox. In this context, the deadly attacks that recently took place in Edo State and claimed 24 lives are a pointer to the insensate violence that continues to spread across the country, particularly in farming communities. Therefore, state governments should
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NIGERIA needs food security. Yet, its farming communities are under torment. This is a national paradox. In this context, the deadly attacks that recently took place in Edo State and claimed 24 lives are a pointer to the insensate violence that continues to spread across the country, particularly in farming communities. Therefore, state governments should

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How US funding freeze threatens global health

The recent freeze on the US government’s international funding has sent shockwaves through the global health community, leaving advocacy organisations like The Initiative for Equal Rights grappling with the devastating consequences. While the political motivations behind such decisions are often complex, the human cost is tragically clear: lives are put at risk, progress in the
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The recent freeze on the US government’s international funding has sent shockwaves through the global health community, leaving advocacy organisations like The Initiative for Equal Rights grappling with the devastating consequences. While the political motivations behind such decisions are often complex, the human cost is tragically clear: lives are put at risk, progress in the

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NAFDAC bans registration of multi-dose anti-malarial drugs

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has announced the immediate ban on the registration of Multi-Dose Anti-Malarial (Artemether/Lumefantrine) dry powder for oral suspension. In a public statement released on its website on Monday, NAFDAC cited the instability in its reconstituted form that compromises its effectiveness over time for the ban, saying that
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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has announced the immediate ban on the registration of Multi-Dose Anti-Malarial (Artemether/Lumefantrine) dry powder for oral suspension. In a public statement released on its website on Monday, NAFDAC cited the instability in its reconstituted form that compromises its effectiveness over time for the ban, saying that

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I won’t run away, release my passport, Sowore tells court

Former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore on Monday urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to release his international passport to enable him to travel and see his family in the United States. Sowore is currently on bail, facing a 16-count amended charge of cybercrime filed against him by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.
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Former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore on Monday urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to release his international passport to enable him to travel and see his family in the United States. Sowore is currently on bail, facing a 16-count amended charge of cybercrime filed against him by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.

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