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BREAKING: EFCC Fails To Produce Ex-CBN Gov, Emefiele In Court

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), failed to produce Godwin Emefiele, the embattled former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), at the Abuja High Court on Monday, November 6.

Emefiele was not produced in court despite an order of a trial judge, Justice Olukayode Adeniyi for EFCC to produce him in court for hearing of his motion on fundamental rights enforcement.

Justice Adeniyi had last week ordered the anti-graft agency to release the former CBN governor unconditionally or produce him in court for the hearing of a motion determining his bail.

This follows his arrest by the EFCC shortly after his release from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) in late October.

The court has now adjourned till Wednesday, November 8 for a hearing of Emefiele’s motion on notice and for his counsel to provide additional documents.

It also restated its November 2 order for Emefiele’s unconditional release, or to produce him in court on Wednesday.

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Mr Ibu’s Daughter, Jasmine Confirms His Leg Has Been Amputated After 7 Successful Surgeries

Jasmine Okafor has confirmed that veteran actor, John Okafor aka Mr Ibu’s leg has been amputated.
Jasmine, the daughter of the actor made the confirmation on Monday.
Her confirmation comes after Social media activist, Very Dark Man had disclosed that the veteran’s leg had been amputated.
He revealed that the actor’s family, friends, and close ones all betrayed him as they took advantage of the ailing actor and abandoned him when he needed their help.
According to him, he just finished speaking with his family, who disclosed to him that the actor’s leg had been amputated.
Jasmine shared the sad news.
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“Good afternoon, Nigerians…
 
We want to appreciate everyone who has come through for our dad, saying we are grateful is an understatement and only the good Lord can thank you all enough for every help you’ve rendered.
 
As of 1 p.m., noon today, Daddy has gone through 7 successful surgeries but to keep him alive and increase his chances of recovery one of his legs had to be amputated.. This development has been hard on us all but we’ve had to accept it as Daddy’s new reality to keep him alive.
 
Please we are still soliciting support from well-meaning Nigerians as this stage Daddy is still one very delicate one and he needs all the help he can get.
 
Thank you, everyone, the Okafor family is grateful and we don’t take you for granted. In due time Daddy will personally acknowledge everyone who supported him during this period as soon as he’s stable!
 
For future donations and support please send to
1685687982
John, I Okafor
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Thank you”
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Tinubu: Supreme Court Willfully Condoned Constitutional Breaches – Peter Obi Blows Hot

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP has lamented the decision of the Supreme Court to uphold the election of President Bola Tinubu.
According to him, the Apex Court willfully condoned breaches of the constitution, with regards to established qualifications and prerequisites for candidates in presidential elections.
The former Anambra State governor added that the Supreme Court did not only exhibit a disturbing aversion to public opinion, it abandoned its responsibility as the court of law and policy.
 
“Highly permit me to make some few comments on the recent judgement of the Supreme Court, the highest court in Nigeria.
 
“As someone who has benefited from the ruling of the Supreme Court on an electoral matter, after a period of deep and sober reflection, I have decided to personally and formally react to the recent judgement as most Nigerians have.
 
“The cause we are confronted with are issues of national interest.
 
“Legal issues aside, the Supreme Court exhibited a disturbing aversion to public opinion, just as they abandoned its responsibility as the court of law and policy.
 
“It’s therefore with great despair that I observed that the decision of the court contradicts the overwhelming evidence of election rigging, false claim of technical glitch, substantial non-compliance to the rules set by INEC for itself, as well as a matter of perjury, identify theft and forgery that has been brought to life in the cause of election matter.
 
“These are hefty allegations that should not have been treated with levity.
 
“The Supreme Court judgement willfully condoned breaches of the constitution relative to established qualifications and prerequisites for candidates in presidential elections,” he said
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Iyalode Of Yorubaland, Alaba Lawson To Be Laid To Rest December 8

The funeral arrangements of the late Iyalode of Yorubaland, Alaba Lawson, have been released by her family.

Lawson died on the 8th of October, 2023 at age 72.

The media aide of the deceased, Dimeji Kayode-Adedeji, in a statement released after the meeting held on Sunday, said the Service of songs will be held on December 7, at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, while the funeral service will be held on December 8, at St. James African Church, Idi-Ape, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Kayode-Adedeji, also disclosed that a committee was also set up to fine-tune the programme of events for the burial of Lawson.

He said the Central Planning Committee of the burial is headed by Sanya Abiola, while other members include, Tayo Akintayo, Sesan Bankole, and Akin Jiboku.

The statement reads, “The family meeting is chaired by music legend, Ebenezer Obe-Fabiyi, added other members of the Central Planning Committee, Akinola Lawson, Babalola Lawson, Oreoluwa Obey-Fabiyi, and Taiwo Jiboku.

“The burial arrangement as concluded by the committee will commence with various activities from December 1 to 6, designated for various groups, associations, and professional bodies to celebrate the deceased.

“Service of songs will be held December 7, at Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, the funeral service will be held December 8, at St. James African Church, Idi-Ape, Abeokuta, Ogun State, which will be followed with interment strictly for the family members of the deceased.”

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Marry Someone That’s Not Moved By Twitter And Instagram Takes – Solomon Buchi

Popular Nigerian life coach and writer, Solomon Buchi has taken to ‘X’ to advise people intending to get married in this ‘hyper-digital era’.

According to him, people should make sure they marry someone that is not moved by Twitter and Instagram takes.

He also advised people to marry someone with real-life standards, because social media users are so unkind.

Posting via his X handle, Buchi wrote;

‘’If you must marry in this hyper digital era, marry someone that’s not moved by Twitter and Instagram takes.

My emphasis on this is deliberate.

Imagine marrying someone that will judge you through the lens of what demonic online in-laws say? Omo.

My wife and I have never fought over what Twitter people said about us. All the evil narratives, mischaracterizations and negative comments have never triggered an argument. Never.  She’s never acted out on what people said online, neither have I. And I’m grateful. But sometimes I think of marriages where couples take social media comments seriously.

Again, marry someone who has real-life standards, because social media users are so unkind.”

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Why I Was Absent at Supreme Court — Peter Obi

Peter Obi has explained his absence during Supreme Court’s ruling on his appeal against President Bola Tinubu’s election.
Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party at the February 25 general elections gave an explanation on Monday.
He explained his absence at the Supreme Court, saying he was unable to attend due to a pre-arranged international commitment.
The former governor of Anambra State made this known at the World Press Conference held at the LP campaign headquarters in Abuja.
He said, “About a fortnight ago, I was traveling abroad on a prior scheduled engagement when I received the notice that the Supreme Court would give judgment on 26th October 2023 on our challenge to the ruling of the Presidential Election Petitions Court. That judgment has since been delivered as scheduled.
 
“The leadership of the Labour Party has already pronounced its position on the judgment. As someone who has previously benefited from the rulings of the Supreme Court on electoral matters, I have, after a period of deep and sober reflection, decided to personally and formally react to the recent judgment as most Nigerians have. Because we are confronted with very weighty issues of national interest, I will speak forthrightly.”
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BBNaija Star, Phyna And Police Officer Engage In An Argument During Stop-and-Search (Video)

A video has surfaced online showing the moment reality star, Josephine Otabor aka Phyna engaged in a confrontation with Nigerian police officers.
The incident happened over the weekend.
According to information gathered, the reality star was stopped on a highway in Lagos for a stop-and-search operation by officers.
She was not happy the way they approached her, so she vented.
Phyna went live on Instagram in the midst of the altercation to question the officers.
Phyna: “You would have handled me better.”
Police officer: “I never knew you from anywhere, you call yourself a celebrity. That your celebrity is for you.”
Phyna: “Baba, you for no video. My own be say, you go let me waka from the motor side. You would tell me step out, I would step out, then you video. Not that I’m coming down and you’re carrying camera. No na.”
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Women, Children And Many Others Killed As Bandits Open Fire On Maulud Procession In Katsina

Several persons including women and children, lost their lives while others sustained injuries after bandits opened fire during a procession of Maulud celebrants in the Kusa community in Musawa Local Government Area of Katsina State.

The gunmen, in large numbers, attacked the celebrants on Sunday, November 5, 2023.

According to a vigilante member, no fewer than 20 corpses were retrieved from the scene of the attack while the bandits also abducted several worshippers.

17 persons sustained injuries and have been admitted at the Katsina Orthopaedic Hospital and the Musawa General Hospital.

According to a resident, the bandits opened fire on the procession around 11:05 pm on Sunday, during which also many were abducted from the scene.

“The bandits surrounded the venue of the Maulud celebration and fired gunshot at the participant, injuring many and took several captives away,” he said.

He added that before the arrival of security forces, the attackers had fled into their hideouts.

Spokesman of the State Police Command, ASP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, who confirmed the incident on Monday, said the bandits attacked, shot and injured 18 people.

“They were evacuated to the hospital for treatment. Later on, two among them died. Further investigation is ongoing for possible arrest and to bring the perpetrators of these acts to justice.” he said.

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Presidency Announces Return Of $150m Abacha Loot From France

Anambra state governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo’s father is dead.

Pa Simeon Nwankwo Soludo died at the age of 92, according to a report by TheNation.

Recall that the late sage was kidnapped some year back at his Aguata country home and released after some days in the kidnapper’s den.

Popularly known as (Ichie Akukananwa 1) in the Aguata area, the nonagenarian died in the early hours of Monday, November 6.

The late Pa Soludo was survived by seven sons, eight daughters-in-law, twenty-two grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.

According to the governor, his late father lived a fulfilled life and died at the ripe age of ninety-two years (92)

Meanwhile, some members of the community had expressed shock at the death of the man, describing him as strong about three days ago.

A lady, who gave her name as Prisca, told The Nation that he was loved by all because according to her,” he was a peacemaker”

Though according to her, he was old, “But he was strong a few days ago and we were not expecting him to leave us at this moment. May his soul rest in peace.”

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Presidency Announces Return Of $150m Abacha Loot From France

It has been revealed by tThe presidency that France is set to return $150 million looted by former Nigerian military head of state, General Sani Abacha.

The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, said this in a statement on Friday, adding that President Bola Tinubu commended France for decision.

Receiving the Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs of France, Catherine Colonna, Tinubu hailed the strengthening of bilateral relations between Nigeria and France.

“Thank you for the good news on the return of Abacha loot. We appreciate your effective cooperation concerning the return of Nigeria’s money. It will be judiciously applied in attaining our development objectives,” Tinubu was quoted as saying.

The President welcomed the growing cooperation between the two countries in areas of shared interest, such as climate change, economic integration, education, and culture.

Tinubu also acknowledged the signing of a €100 million agreement between Nigeria and France to support the i-DICE programme which is a Federal Government initiative to promote investment in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and Creative Arts Industries.

The agreement was signed by the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Technology, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani, and the French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs at an earlier event at Tafawa Balewa House, the headquarters of the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Speaking on the Abacha loot, the French Presidential Envoy said the repatriation followed the completion of legal processes.

“It was a long process, but we are glad that it was concluded. Sometimes, justice may be slow, but this is a very good achievement,” she said

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