Author: Azeez

Azeez July 15, 2016

EFCC arraigns man who ‘received N2.4 billion’ from Dasuki

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Friday, July 15 charged the Managing Director, Almond Properties Ltd., Olugbenga Obadina for money laundering. Obadina was arraigned at the Federal High…

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Azeez July 15, 2016

27 states to be probed over spending of bailout funds

The House of Representatives, on Thursday July 14, commenced probe of 27 state governments over the application of N689.5bn bailout funds granted them. The decision was taken at the plenary…

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Azeez July 15, 2016

This is how ‘Dasuki transferred millions to Omisore’

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has revealed why, a former Deputy Governor of Osun State, Iyiola Omisore is still in its custody. In a counter-affidavit it filed before a…

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Azeez July 15, 2016

Chris Giwa will fight Pinnick over hosting of FIFA president

The factional President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Chris Giwa said on Thursday that he, instead of Amaju Pinnick, would receive the FIFA President Gianni Infantino when he arrives in…

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Azeez July 14, 2016

FIRS goes after tax evaders

The Federal Inland Revenue Service has revealed that it would be focusing on recovering taxes owed by airlines, banks and communication companies this quarter of the year. This was disclosed…

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Azeez July 14, 2016

FG begins audit of revenue generating agencies

Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun has disclosed that the Federal Government has commenced the review of the cost profile of all its revenue generating agencies. She made this known on…

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Azeez July 14, 2016

Terry remains Chelsea captain | 5 things we learnt from Conte’s first press conference

Chelsea FC unveiled their new coach, Antonio Conte at his first press conference today, July 14. The Italian tactician said he is happy to be at the club while speaking…

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Azeez July 14, 2016

Just In: Sex scandal hearing postponed, US ambassador shuns House of Reps

The House of Representatives has postponed the hearing of three of its members accused of sexual misconduct, primarily due to the absence of the Foreign Affairs Minister, Godfrey Onyeama. Three…

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Azeez July 14, 2016

Benue killings: ‘This war is senseless and needless’ – David Mark

Following the recent killings of scores of people in two local government areas in Benue state by suspected herdsmen, the former Senate President, David Mark has urged the federal government…

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Azeez July 14, 2016

‘Kaduna power plant will revive textile industry’ – Fashola

The age-long problem of access to constant electricity that has crippled the once active textile industry in Kaduna will soon be over, as the Federal Government has affirmed its commitment…

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Azeez July 14, 2016

‘Nigeria spends $11bn on food importation annually’

The Lagos State Government says Nigeria spends $11bn (N3.1tn) annually to import wheat, rice, sugar and fish. This was stated by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, Dr. Olayiwole…

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Azeez July 14, 2016

‘There is no easy money to throw around anymore’ – President Buhari

President Muahmmadu Buhari on Wednesday said that the era throwing money around in the country had gone for good, reiterating his administration's resolve to fight corruption. Bahari made the comment…

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Azeez July 14, 2016

FG directs all former govt officials to submit diplomatic passports

In response to a proposal to President Muhammadu Buhari on the refusal of some former governors, ministers and senators to submit their diplomatic passports to the NIS, the Federal Government…

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Azeez July 13, 2016

Just In: EFCC seals off company connected to Buratai’s Dubai properties

The First Group Company, the firm which allegedly sold the N120 million Dubai properties connected to Chief Of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai has been sealed by the EFCC.…

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Azeez July 13, 2016

‘Ekweremadu is not APC’s stumbling block’ – Makarfi

Supervising Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Ahmed Makarfi, has described as ridiculous, the trial of Deputy Senate President and Ike Ekweremadu for alleged forgery of the Senate…

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Azeez July 13, 2016

Shiroro power plant N2.4bn repairs to increase by 600 megawatts

The  Shiroro Hydro Power Station four turbine generators repairs has expended about N2.4 billion to bring the plant to full capacity of 600 megawatts. The SHPS Executive Vice Chairman, Dr. Olubunmi…

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Azeez July 13, 2016

Fayose insists Aisha Buhari was named in Halliburton scandal

Following the reply by the First Lady, Aisha Buhari to the accusation by Governor Fayose of Ekiti State, the latter has replied through his counsel, Mike Ozekhome in a letter…

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Azeez July 13, 2016

Just In: Finally, Malami honours Senate’s invitation

Following the threat issued to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami that his confirmation will be withdrawn, the Minister has finally honoured the Senate's…

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Azeez July 13, 2016

Fashola highlights positive development from ongoing Azura Power Project

As construction work progresses at the Azura Power Plant in Benin, Minister of Power, Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola (SAN), has listed the positive spin-offs that would result from such…

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Azeez July 13, 2016

IPMAN tells FG to revisit alleged N10.9bn subsidy fraud

The new Board of Trustees of  the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) led by Chief Chinedu Okoronkwo has called on the Federal Government to immediately reopen investigation into…

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Azeez July 13, 2016

2016 Rio Olympics: Okagbare to compete in three events

Nigeria and Commonwealth double sprints champion, Blessing Okagbare-Ighoteguonor will compete in three events during the 2016 Rio Olympics Games- the sprints, long jump and the 4x100m relay. According to the…

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Azeez July 13, 2016

Osinbajo responds to critics, advocates for state policing and true federalism

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has revealed his support for state policing in the country even as he advocated a “deep understanding” of the current restructuring agitation. This was revealed in a…

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Azeez July 13, 2016

Buhari appoints top BBOG activist as NPA boss

Hadiza Bala Usman, a top activist for the Bring Back Our Girls campaign, has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) by President Muhammadu Buhari.…

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Azeez July 12, 2016

Benue Herdsmen Attack: 22 persons not 81 killed – Police

The Benue State Police Command have said that contrary to reports, 22 persons and not 81 were killed during the recent Fulani Herdsmen attack in some communities in Benue. The…

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Azeez July 12, 2016

Transfers: Barcelona seals Umtiti deal

Barcelona FC has confirmed the signing of French defender, Samuel Umtiti, after the Lyon centre-back agreed to a five year deal at Camp Nou. Umtiti was signed for a fee…

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Azeez July 12, 2016

ExxonMobil denies Avengers attack on pipeline

Contrary to the claim by Niger Delta Avengers that they have blown up an export crude pipeline owned by oil giants, ExxonMobil, the company has said none of their facilities…

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Azeez July 12, 2016

This is how Ekiti govt will pay workers’ salary arrears

Ekiti State workers will now get their salary as the state government has revealed that it will use the N1.3bn loan it got from the Federal Government to pay salary…

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Azeez July 12, 2016

Just In: Le Guen picked as Super Eagles’ coach

It has been confirmed by The PUNCH that the Nigeria Football Federation have chosen Frenchman, Paul Le Guen as the next Super Eagles' coach. Le Guen was selected out of three…

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