A-25-year-old man, Abubakar Musa, has allegedly stabbed two persons to death in Ogun state. The victims of the attack, Gbadamasi Ibrahim, 25, and Chinedu, 40, died following the incident that occurred in Olámbe area of the state. The suspect was reported to have allegedly attacked five persons, who were trying to pacify him. According the Ogun State Police Command Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the victims died while being rushed to the hospital after sustaining severe injuries. A medical doctor later confirmed both men dead. The police said the suspect allegedly carried out the attack in the early hours…
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Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous bank, most innovative and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has released its FY 2025 Audited Financial Results, achieving record-breaking growth and unparalleled performance across several key metrics. Key figures include the doubling of the Bank’s Profit Before Tax (PBT) from ₦102.5bn in FY 2024 to ₦221.9bn, an impressive 116.4% increase. Profit After Tax (PAT) also surged by 125.4% from FY 2024’s ₦86.2bn to ₦194.5bn. Total assets also reached the 5 trillion mark, with the attainment of ₦5.07tn, a 41.5% increase from FY 2024’s ₦3.59tn, reflecting a growingly resilient balance sheet. Gross earnings…
The administration of the estate of the late Engr. A.A Kure, who served as the Executive Governor of Niger State from May 29, 1999, to May 29, 2007, has become the subject of a legal battle at the Upper Area Court in the Gudu Judicial Division, Abuja. Umar Farouq Abdulkadir, the second son of the late Governor, has filed a civil summons against his mother, Senator Zainab Abdulkadir Kure, alleging that the distribution of his father’s assets has been handled unlawfully. Grounds for the legal action The suit centers on the assets left behind by Engr. A.A Kure, who died…
The Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo has officially handed over the construction of a multi-billion naira international airport project to contractors, marking the groundbreaking of a landmark project in Zariagi, on the outskirts of Lokoja, the state capital. Governor Ododo, who was represented at the ceremony by the State Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Victor Atuluku, described the initiative as a people-centered and economically transformative project that will position Kogi State as a major hub for investment, trade, and industrial growth. Airport project to unlock state potential Speaking at the project site in Zariagi, Hon. Atuluku conveyed the Governor’s…
The National Orientation Agency, NOA, has unveiled the CLHEEAN Mobile App, a groundbreaking digital platform designed to transform how citizens interact with government, access information, and participate in national development. The Director General Mallam Issa-Onilu at the unveiling described the launch as a defining moment in Nigeria’s democratic journey, one that goes beyond introducing a digital tool to fundamentally reshaping the relationship between government and the people. Speaking at the unveiling, the Director-General said, “For too long, we have faced a familiar challenge: citizens who want to be heard, and systems that do not always listen, today, we begin closing…
The Lagos State Police Command on Tuesday confirmed the arrest of 21 suspects allegedly involved in cult-related activities during a raid on a hotel in Ajao Estate, Lagos, as part of ongoing operations to curb criminal activities across the state. Exhibits recovered in hotel In Ajao estate According to the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Tijani Fatai, the suspects were apprehended at about 3:00 a.m. on April 5, 2026, while celebrating the birthday of a notorious cult member identified as “Actor,” who is currently at large. Recovered exhibits from the scene include a locally made cut-to-size single-barrel gun,…
“Baby, today is my birthday. And am grateful. Baby, you don’t want to see me in tears and I won’t cry for you. Baby I’m begging you, since Sunday I haven’t eaten, you didn’t give me food to eat but from today I promise you I will eat. Baby, I have a gift to give you, I trust you, I gave you the name Promise Gideon Ayuba. Gideon in the Bible is the prince that went to war and he was victorious. Baby avenge your death, if you want me to forget, avenge your death. Baby I have a gift…
Wema Bank has introduced a new jingle to mark the next phase of its digital banking journey, tagged the ALAT: The Evolution jingle. Designed to capture the energy of a smarter and more seamless banking experience, the jingle is bright, catchy, and full of life. It reflects a platform built to simply work, pairing sound with innovation as ALAT: The Evolution steps forward with enhanced features and a refreshed user experience. Everyday banking can often feel routine or even stressful, with multiple steps and delays slowing things down. The ALAT: The Evolution jingle reimagines that experience with a lively and…
The threat against Channels Television presenter Seun Okinbaloye has continued to attract condensation, on Monday, the reaction came from the Nigeria Guild of Editors, NGE, and Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP. The groups are calling on the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to investigate the reported threat not only against Seun but other journalists facing threats to their safety and security solely for peacefully exercising their human rights and carrying out their legitimate journalistic work. This position was made known in a jointly signed statement on Monday by the NGE President, Eze Anaba, and the General Secretary, Onuoha Ukeh; and…
The Ogun State Police Command says it has arrested a father and his teenage son for unlawful possession of firearm. This was disclosed in a statement by DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, Police Public Relations Officer, on Monday. Both suspects are Joseph Kehinde, 38 and his child aged 13 (names withheld). Teenager in possession of firearm According to the Police Spokesperson, the two suspects were arrested by Operatives of the Quick Response Squad, QRS, along Shagamu/Ogijo Road axis, during a stop-and-search duty at the Lafarge area. Both suspects were arrested for allegedly being in possession of firearm. They were arrested on Sunday,…