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Bola Tinubu is reportedly ranked as world’s most corrupt, organised crime Persons of the Year in 2024 President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has claimed the top spot among a parade of the world’s most ruthless, corrupt leaders.  The infamous award came after the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project called for citizens worldwide to nominate individuals worthy of taking the spotlight for their roles in advancing criminal activities while aggravating poverty.   The group, which coordinates a network of investigative journalists and activists around the world, said the Nigerian leader came third after a vote by participants.  While Kenyan president William Ruto scored the most votes, Mr Tinubu was listed as number three, following former Indonesian president Joko Widodo.  Organisers nonetheless awarded the main Person of the Year label to Bashar al-Assad, the recently ousted leader of Syria, who fled to Russia earlier this month after spending decades plunderi...

Governor Hyacinth Alia, sends his heartfelt condolences to his colleague and Jigawa State Governor, HE Umar Namadi, over the death of his mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi, and his son, Abdulwahab Umar Namadi.  Governor Namadi had lost his mother in the early hours of Wednesday, December 25th, 2024, and barely 24 hours later, his son, Abdulwahab Umar Namadi, was involved in a fatal car accident, which claimed his life.  Governor Alia who received the news of the double tragedy, describes it as a painful moment for not just the immediate family of Governor Namadi, but the entire people of Jigawa State and Nigeria as a whole. He urges his colleague to take solace in the fact that it is God who giveth and God who taketh away.  While he prays to God to grant the family the fortitude to bear the painful demise of Hajiya Maryam and Abdulwahab Umar, the Governor equally prays to God to grant the deceased eternal rest.

 “ I killed my thirst for money long time ago , if you know how much Don Jazzy gave me , you will be shocked , but I shared it “  “I’m seeing people calling me thief , it’s crazy , there is no fraud in my lineage , I will never do that . I killed my thirst for money long time ago . No amount of money moves me . Dear Nigerians , you will be shocked , I’ll close you all mouths .” VDM  VDM is always 10 steps ahead , man knows Nigerians and how they think .  

Niger’s President Tiani lied on alleged French Military Base establishment in Borno Recent statements attributed to the President of Niger alleging the establishment of a French military base in Borno, Nigeria, under a company referred to as CANADA, have continued to raise significant concerns.  However, thorough investigations and reports from Zagazola has contradict these claims, indicating a lack of truth in the allegations. First and foremost, the assertion that French forces are operating in areas like Kurnawa, Kangarwa, and Dogon Chikun is unfounded.  These regions are known to be occupied by ISWAP (Islamic State West Africa Province) terrorists, who have been actively terrorizing local populations.  Zagazola reports  have consistently highlighted the ongoing rivalries and clashes between ISWAP and Boko Haram in these areas, with no credible evidence supporting the presence of foreign military forces. Furthermore, Zagazola also has his sources embedded in every...

True Love Requires Reciprocity, Not Control Some people constantly complain about their inability to find true love. They blame timing, bad partners, or modern dating culture. But often, the real issue is deeper. True love requires reciprocity — not control. Genuine love cannot survive manipulation, selfishness, or emotional domination. It thrives on mutual respect, accountability, emotional maturity, and daily effort. The Difference Between Love and Control Love is not possession. Love is not dominance. Love is not emotional manipulation. Control is rooted in insecurity. Love is rooted in security. True love happens when two emotionally healthy individuals choose each other freely — not when one person overpowers the other. Reciprocity Is the Foundation of True Love Reciprocity means mutual effort. It means listening as much as you speak. It means giving as much as you expect to receive. Respect must be mutual. Support must be mutual. ...

  Merry Christmas from all of us! May your holidays be filled with peace and happiness

Afe Babalola: “It is never an easy journey fighting evil,” Dele Farotimi speaks after release from detention Mr Farotimi was released on Tuesday after meeting his bail conditions.   After meeting his bail conditions and being released from detention, human rights lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi, detained for allegedly defaming Afe Babalola, said he knows that fighting evil will not be an easy journey.   Mr Farotimi was released on Tuesday after meeting his bail conditions.   “It will never be an easy journey when you are fighting evil,” Mr Farotimi said in a video after his release. “But some years back, God told me that ‘truth is enough.'”   Appreciating Nigerians who spoke out and condemned his violent arrest by the Nigerian police based on a petition by Mr Babalola, Mr Farotimi said he has never lied against anyone and that truth is his weapon.   “Only truth. It is the weapon by which you can slay the monster called Nigeria. In my f...

Soldiers reportedly acting on the orders of an army general on Wednesday attacked development control officials who were in Sabon Lugbe, Abuja, to remove some illegal structures in the area. The officials were in the area to remove the fence of a building on Plot 416 said to belong to one Major General. An official of the department narrated their ordeal this way; “During this operation, there was an incident that happened at Plot 416 Sabon Lugbe that belongs a Major General. “When the removal was going on, the Major General got information of the removal. He sent two soldiers to his house to ascertain the situation. On getting to the scene, the soldiers who drove the covered number plate vehicle blocked the way out of the house to prevent the enforcement team from coming out of the premises; threatening that somebody must die today. “Private Jamilu (surname unknown) went straight to the caterpillar operator, cocked his rifle and pointed straight to him to come down or risk being shot ...

  Mikel Obi Responds to 2Face: "I Have No Tolerance for Fake Friends or Pretenders".  Mikel Obi has finally addressed 2Baba, shedding light on why he allegedly snubbed the music icon during a chance encounter in London.  Reflecting on their shared history, Mikel stated: "We grew up together in Jos, and you achieved fame before me. I reached out to you several times, but you never responded. Then, the same God who blessed you answered my prayers, and fame found me too."  He expressed his surprise at being approached by 2Baba in a London mall after years of silence: "Now that I’ve made it, suddenly you recognize me? Life has taught me that no one wants to associate with failure. That’s why I stay in my lane for peace and only keep connections with those who stood by me before fame."  Concluding his statement, Mikel emphasized his stance: "I have no love for fake friends or pretenders."  What is your view on Mikel's action?

There will be only male and female in America’ - Trump Vows To ‘Stop Transgender Lunacy’ on the first day of his presidency US President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday, December 22 pledged to “stop the transgender lunacy” on day one of his presidency, as Republicans set to control both chambers of Congress and the White House — continue to advance their anti-LGBTQ policy. “There will only be male and female in America. I will sign executive orders to end child sexual mutilation, get transgender out of the military and out of our elementary schools and middle schools and high schools,” the president-elect said at the AmericaFest conference for young conservatives in Phoenix, Arizona. He also vowed to “keep men out of women’s sports,” adding that “it will be the official policy of the United States government that there are only two genders, male and female.”

NAFDAC Shuts Down Eziukwu Market in Abia State Over ₦5 Billion Worth of Fake and Expired Products NAFDAC Busts Fake Drinks Manufacturers In Aba NAFDAC Shuts Down Eziukwu Market in Abia State Over ₦5 Billion Worth of Fake and Expired Products. NAFDAC has shut down 150 shops at Eziukwu Market, Aba, Abia State, during a two-day operation on December 16 and 17, 2024. The team uncovered large-scale production and distribution of fake and expired goods, including beverages, carbonated drinks, wines, spirits, vegetable oils, and revalidated food items such as noodles, powdered milk, and yoghurt. The destroyed items were valued at ₦5 billion. Describing the market as a hub for counterfeit and substandard products, the Director of South-East Zone, Dr. Martins Iluyomade expressed dismay at the continued illegal activities, despite a previous undertaking signed by market leaders in December 2023 to expose counterfeiters. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye reaffirms the Agency’...

The Russian Ministry of Health has declared the creation of a cancer vaccine, which will be offered at no cost to Russian patients commencing in early 2025 According to TASS, the state-owned Russian news agency, Andrey Kaprin, General Director of the Radiology Medical Research Center under the Ministry of Health, recently shared the news during a broadcast on Russian radio. The vaccine is intended for the treatment of cancer patients rather than for preventing cancer in the general population. It will also be personalized for each patient. Alexander Gintsburg, Director of the Gamaleya National Research Center for Epidemiology and Microbiology in Moscow, previously told TASS that the vaccine has the potential to suppress tumor growth and prevent the spread of cancer.

The exploitation of Nigerians by electricity distribution companies must end.         Here is the full video   The exploitation of Nigerians by electricity distribution companies must end.

"We shall return here in about 36 months or less to commission the airport and welcome the inaugural flag with Mr. President and the minister On board"  "We shall return here in about 36 months or less to commission the airport and welcome the inaugural flag with Mr. President and the minister on board 

Israel Based Nigerian Man Agu Chika Dibia calls Out Pastor Samuel Donald Over alleged‘Visa Scam’ -Pleads with Pastor To Refund Him Back His Money- An Enugu Born Musician from Ngwo, Udi Local Government Area has called out a Pastor and General Overseer Of Faith Ministry Ministry Church with Branches in Isreal and Abuja, Pastor Samuel Donald for refusing to refund him the sum of N5million which he paid him to process travel documents for his Wife Mrs Chidinma Agu Promise. Mr Chikadibia while detailing the alleged VISA scam by the Pastor said he paid him N5million since three years to process travel documents for his wife to join him in Isreal but the pastor was unable to fulfill the agreement, instead he prepared documents and relocated his own family to the United Kingdom. In the Video which he also posted in his Facebook Page, Lion Barizin Ice,he accused the pastor of allegedly instigating his wife against him despite the fact that he was paying her N200,000 as Monthly Allowance. “He d...

Hurricane EFCC sweeps up 792 suspected fra¥dsters in a historic cybercrime arrest. The EFCC says it has carried out its largest single-day operation against cryptocurrency and romance sc+m networks, arresting 792 suspects in Lagos. In a press conference on Monday, December 16, 2024, EFCC spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, said the arrests took place at a seven-storey building in Victoria Island, Lagos. Uwujaren said the suspects include 114 Chinese nationals, 40 Filipinos, two Khazartans, one Pakistani, and one Indonesian. He said the foreigners were using the building to “train Nigerians on how to initiate romance and investment sc+ms”. The EFCC spokesperson added that the foreigners created fake profiles for their Nigerian accomplices to engage in romance and cryptocurrency sc+ms. Uwujaren said all the floors of the seven-storey building were equipped with “high-end” desktop computers, adding that over 500 sim cards of Nigerian telecommunications operators were recovered.

Pep: “I’m not good enough”. 8 defeats from his 11 games for his Manchester City side. Guardiola says “I am the boss, the manager, I have to find solutions and so far I haven't. That's the reality.” @NickyAACampbell asks... Manchester City: have the wheels come off? Credit: BBC 

The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, on Friday, urged owners of Federal Government lands and houses in Lagos State to remit their ground rent to the government’s coffer. Dangiwa said this during a stakeholder-citizens engagement on land administration and a physical assessment of Banana Island, Osborne Phase One and Two, Park View/ Foreshore estates and shorelines. He said that the ministry planned to optimise its revenue collections by ensuring that all the occupiers of the Federal Government’s assets pay their ground rent to enable it to improve the facilities. According to him, while the Federal Government is committed to renovating, safeguarding and optimising the value of its assets nationwide, it will also enforce strict compliance with its land and estate administration laws. Dangiwa said that the Ministry of Housing under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, had resolved to restore order in federal land and asset management. “The Ministry i...

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger Republic will officially cease to be members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) between January 29 and July 29, 2025. This timeline was announced by ECOWAS Commission President Alieu Touray on Sunday during the 66th ordinary session of heads of state and government in Abuja. Earlier this year, the military-led governments of the three nations announced their withdrawal from ECOWAS, citing the bloc’s alignment with the interests of France, their former colonial power. Before their withdrawal, the trio had been suspended and faced sanctions, with Niger and Mali hit particularly hard. Touray explained that the extended exit timeline allows room for final mediations and diplomatic efforts. However, the three nations have described their decision to leave as “irreversible” and have pledged to forge an independent path for their citizens. The announcement came ahead of a critical ECOWAS summit where regional leaders had aimed to negotiate ...

Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Adeyemo, widely known as Sunday Igboho, has called on President Bola Tinubu to caution Vice President Kashim Shettima against making further critical remarks about Kemi Badenoch, leader of the British Conservative Party. Igboho’s statement, issued in Osogbo on Sunday, was a reaction to Shettima's comments regarding Badenoch, who had previously spoken out against corruption in Nigeria. Badenoch, a prominent politician of Yoruba descent, had also distanced herself from being associated with Northern Nigeria in her statements. In a personally signed press release, Igboho defended Badenoch, asserting that her criticism of corruption in Nigeria was valid. He urged Tinubu to intervene, emphasizing that Shettima should focus on his vice-presidential duties rather than engage in personal attacks. “It is the responsibility of President Bola Tinubu, who shares a Yoruba heritage, to guide Shettima away from engaging in a needless feud with Badenoch. Her remarks o...

“Until we separate looters from hardworking Nigerians, the next generation of youths will think that looting is a career.”  ~ Mohammedu Bihari 

Miss Covenant Omolola Isaac of Federal University Lokoja and Abu Taiwo Abimbola of Kogi State Polytechnic Lokoja were crushed to death today  A heavy loaded vehicle lost control and hit the Tricycle carrying them. Covenant Omolola Isaac is from the Department of Geology Federal University Lokoja while Abu Taiwo Abimbola is from the department of Science Laboratory and Technology Kogi State Polytechnic Lokoja. We are praying that God will grant them eternal rest and their families the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss

ABIA STATE GOVERNOR, DR. ALEX OTTI DEMANDS ₦50 BILLION COMPENSATION OVER ALLEGED DEFAMATORY FACEBOOK POST The Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has issued a stern legal demand to Hon. Tobias Chukwudi Egeonu, popularly known as Hon. Toby Chuks, for allegedly publishing a defamatory post on Facebook. The demand includes a retraction, a public apology, and ₦50 billion in damages. The contentious post, titled "What Alex Otti Cannot Destroy Does Not Exist: Vol. 1," was published on December 8, 2024, on Egeonu’s Facebook page.  In the post, Egeonu, who identifies as a public affairs analyst and political commentator, accused Governor Otti of financial mismanagement during his tenure as Group Managing Director of the defunct Diamond Bank and of corruption in his current position as governor of Abia State. In a demand letter dated December 13, 2024, Dr. Sonny Ajala, SAN, of Deeplaw Associates, acting as Governor Otti’s legal counsel, described the post as “unwarra...

A 22-year-old boy identified as Chinedu Onuora was in the early hours of Wednesday arrested for breaking into the Anglican Church along Okpanam road in Asaba the Delta state capital. The suspect was arrested according to the night guard of the church identified as Emmanuel, few minutes past 6am after he was seen trying to disconnect the church keyboard.

Sabon Lugbe residents petition minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike on threat to demolish their homes Abuja residents petition minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike on threat to demolish their homes in the Sabon Lubgbe Area. With over 60 duplexes affected, the demolition has rendered hundreds of residents homeless since it began in October, despite the people possessing legitimate ownership ownership documents.  Wike has been accused by the affected residents of reallocating lands to allies, disregarding their rights as legitimate owners.  They said no prior notice was given before the demolitions started. Verydarkman a popular social media activist wrote "Prince Isaac Omolua has authorized bulldozers to carry out injustice,I am calling on the attention of alll military senior officers,majors,generals and co,it will be a disgrace and a shame to the entire Nigeria armed forces if they let Nyesom wike do this to someone as great as colonel paul o...

President Tinubu can sleep well because he has you, Akpabio, as the President of the Senate. - Senate Leader Bamidele. Senate Leader Senator Opeyemi Bamidele has commended Senate President Godswill Akpabio, noting that one of the factors contributing to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's peaceful nights is Akpabio's effective leadership in the Senate. On Monday, Bamidele expressed these thoughts while representing a group of senators who assembled at Akpabio’s residence in Abuja to commemorate his 62nd birthday. He said, “I know one of the reasons he (President Tinubu) can sleep well is because he has you (Akpabio) as the President of the Senate. “He trusts you. He depends on you. He relies on you and he takes your words very seriously. “Mr President of the Senate, we are all very proud of you. I’m standing with my colleagues. I’m always privileged to speak on their behalf and I know I’m not saying anything other than what they expect me to say. “We are very proud of you. We just wa...

The overall best-graduating student in the 2023/2024 academic session of Wesley University, Ondo, Miss Ifeoluwa Mercy Adeyemi, has shared the reasons behind her remarkable achievement. In an interview during the institution’s 13th convocation ceremony in Ondo town, Adeyemi revealed that she intentionally chose not to have a boyfriend throughout her four-year course to avoid distractions. The 19-year-old, who graduated with a degree in microbiology, achieved a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.97. According to her, having a boyfriend during her undergraduate studies would have detracted from her academic focus. She stated that her primary motivation was to make her parents proud during her academic journey. “Well, I had actually discussed this matter with several other people, and they told me that it depends on your own perspective”, she narrated. “But for me, I see it as a distraction because I cannot divide my mind. “A boyfriend might be demanding my attention, which would p...

  The Abia State government says it will continue to make the welfare of the families of security personnel who died in active service in the state a top priority. The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Pastor Caleb Ajagba who stated this at Government House Umuahia, while handing over cheques to the deceased spouses, said the money is solely to cater for the educational needs of their children. Pastor Ajagba also explained that the gesture is in fulfillment of Governor Alex Otti's promise to the bereaved families when he visited them and pledged governments continued support towards the welfare of their families. The Chief of Staff to the Governor urged the children of the deceased to ensure they reciprocate the gesture by taking their studies more seriously, adding that government will see them through school up to university level. He further disclosed that government will also monitor the general wellbeing of the affected families to ensure that the wives of the deceased security ...

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has declared his intention to present the state’s 2025 budget to the State House of Assembly, led by Victor Oko-Jumbo. Fubara delivered this remark during the official inauguration of two state-of-the-art community town halls, as well as the introduction of a tertiary scholarship and empowerment initiative launched by the Speaker for the Akiama and Aganya communities in the Bonny Local Government Area on Saturday. He said, “The government and the people of Rivers State heartily congratulate you and thank you for being a good ambassador of the Ibani Kingdom. We assure you that, as the executive arm, while the legislative arm remains independent, we will continue to collaborate to ensure prosperity for our people. “I thank you, Mr Speaker, for your support to the Rivers State government, as seen in your cooperation. The Speaker has facilitated the screening of caretaker committee chairmen, expedited executive requests, and will soon play a vital...

Rivers State: You don’t have capacity to bring down military aircraft – Army tells Asari Dokubo   The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has responded to a viral video featuring ex-Niger Delta militant, Asari Dokubo, who claimed he had the capacity to bring down military aircraft allegedly hovering over his house during the recent Rivers State local government elections. Dokubo implied that the aircraft were attempting to intimidate him due to his support for the elections, stating, “The federal government knows that I have the capacity to bring down any aircraft.” In response, Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, dismissed Dokubo’s claim as “laughable,” asserting that Dokubo was merely “blabbing” and lacked the capability to challenge the military or bring down its aircraft. Buba added that various security agencies use aircraft and helicopters for national security operations and emphasized the military’s adherence to professional standards within the bounds o...

  It is only in Nigeria that you st£al money and you walk freely — Senator Ali Ndume  Ali Ndume, the lawmaker representing Borno South in the National Assembly, has voiced concern about the rampant corruption in Nigeria. Speaking during an interactive session with journalists in Kano on Sunday, Ndume said: “Our major challenge in this country is corruption. Up till now, we have no law that can proactively or even reactively address the issue of corruption in the country. In developed nations, people question the source of one’s wealth, but in Nigeria, you are venerated for flaunting ill-gotten wealth. If you see somebody in our system, especially in politics or government, and he is not corrupt, then he is lucky that he is God-fearing. Otherwise, it is only in Nigeria that you st£al money and you walk freely, and then you are celebrated. It is only in this country that somebody had no money yesterday or last week, but the following week he buys 10 cars, buys jets and his broth...

Following the abduction and murder of Alhaji Isa Muhammad Bawa, the late Sarkin Gobir of Gatawa District, his son has alleged that a sitting member of the Sokoto State House of Assembly, Hon. Aminu Boza, was involved in the plot. According to the son, the bandits who abducted and killed his father revealed that Boza provided them with crucial information and paid them N5 million to carry out the kidnapping. In a video, the son of the late Bawa is seen lying on a sickbed while receiving treatment, recounting the details of the confession by the bandits. “The bandits said in front of me that Aminu Boza was the one who gave them the guns to kidnap us,” he said. “They were given the weapons during the campaign period, and they told my father that they did not know him from anywhere but were paid N5 million to kidnap him.” Reacting in a viral audio, Boza denied any involvement in criminal activities or association with the bandits. Instead, he vowed to continue fighting against banditry. “I...

Nigeria Police Force confirms arrest of a popular investigative journalist, PIDOM Below is a statement from the force PRO, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi NIGERIA POLICE ARREST SUSPECT INVOLVED IN DOCUMENT LEAKS, SUBVERSIVE ACTIVITIES.  As more intricate Investigations Commence  In a well-coordinated effort, officials from the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) apprehended Bristol Isaac Tamunobiefiri, also known as PIDOM, on allegations of committing serious offenses that undermine the integrity of government operations. The arrest took place on August 5, 2024, in his hotel room Rivers State. There are several allegations levelled against the suspect, including unlawful possession, leakages of classified documents, cyber related offences, and others. We will do due diligence in carrying out thorough investigation into the cases. The force will leave no stone unturned to continually enforce the law and bequeath to Nigerians a more secure nation.  Muyiwa Adejobi...

“Even then, we are also mindful of the antics of those who may wish to reap some political advantages by instigating violence in different parts of the State.  We have also received reports of clandestine moves to sponsor false publications in a desperate bid to portray the state in bad light. I can only say one thing to these groups: we are watching you and the long arm of the law shall catch up with you in no time” “Our focus on security revolved around the understanding that everything else we planned to do in terms of infrastructure development and welfare of the citizenry will amount to nothing if our people are constantly at the mercy of criminals. We had promised to build a 24-hour economy and make the State the hub of entrepreneurship in the country, promote prosperity and create a productive environment that supports the dreams and aspirations of the different demographics. However, we knew that repeated incidents of insecurity will derail our plans. To keep our agenda on ...

PDP Moves to Halt Fubara’s Defection, Sends Party Leaders to Meet Him in Rivers  The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has made an effort to prevent Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, from defecting from the party. POLITICS NIGERIA reports that the PDP has sent a high-powered delegation to meet with him in Rivers State. The delegation, comprising top party leaders, including the BoT Chairman, Senator Adolphus Wabara; former Chairman, Ahmed Makarfi; elder statesman, Olabode George; and Senator Abdul Ningi, arrived in Port Harcourt on Tuesday to persuade Governor Fubara to remain in the PDP. Recall that for months, speculation has been rife that Governor Fubara had left the PDP. To this, the governor had maintained silence on his next move, fueling further speculation. Addressing the delegation, Governor Fubara expressed doubts about his membership in the PDP but acknowledged that the visit by the BoT had reassured him of his recognition as a party member. “But, so far, what is i...

Police Arrest Popular Northern Businessman , Bashir Hadeja With Gold Belonging To Libyan Central Bank  (Photos)  Police authorities have arrested an influential northern businessman, Bashir Hadeja, over alleged treason, gun running and other trans-border crimes. Visblog understands that, Hadeja who hails from Kaduna state, was arrested following information that he smuggled large catches of weapons along with large bars of gold believed to have been stolen from the Central Bank of Libya. Hadeja, who has also been accused of money laundering and other transnational crimes, was over the weekend arrested for subversive activities against government. “Bashir Hadeja, who traded dangerous weapons along with gold as cover-up, was also accused of being involved in aiding terrorism and other forms of criminality in the northern states of Nigeria along with his sponsors mostly from the northern states with few politicians of Southern extractions,” the report said. “Responding to sustain...

The Economic and Financial Crimes Crime Commission has denied its X account (formerly Twitter) had been hacked. There are speculations that suspected internet fraudsters who threatened to wage cyber warfare against the EFCC had hacked the anti-graft agency’s X account. According to reports, some internet fraudsters had accused the anti-graft commission of disregarding constitutional norms in cracking down on dubious activities among Nigerians online. Checks on the account on Thursday morning showed that the account was not available. However, the agency’s website and other social media pages, such as Facebook and Instagram, were functional. Speaking in an interview with our correspondent on Thursday, the EFCC’s spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said the glitch was as a result of an update done on the agency’s account. He assured that the account would soon be accessible to the populace. Oyewale said, “We are updating our records on the account. It was not hacked. It will soon start running.”

The House of Representatives has introduced the Counter Subversion Bill 2024, proposing harsh penalties for Nigerians who refuse to recite the national anthem, destroy national symbols, or deface places of worship. The bill, sponsored by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, was read in the chamber for the first time on July 23, 2024. Under the proposed legislation, individuals who refuse to recite the national anthem face a fine of ₦5 million, a 10-year prison sentence, or both. According to Sahara Reporters, the bill also extends this punishment to anyone found guilty of destroying national symbols or defacing a place of worship with intent to incite violence.

The Enyioma Foundation has announced nine outstanding 2024 UTME candidates as winners of the Enyinnaya Duke Ako-Atulomah Academic Excellence Rewards. Each scored 200 and above and will receive merit-based stipends. The Enyioma Foundation has announced the winners of the "Enyinnaya Duke Ako-Atulomah Academic Excellence Rewards" for the 2024 UTME candidates who benefited from the foundation's free JAMB registration scheme. After a thorough review of the results, nine candidates who scored 200 and above in the UTME examination were selected to receive stipends. The foundation had initially aimed to award the top 20 candidates but only nine met the mandatory score. The winners will receive merit-based stipends, and the details of the prize disbursement, including date, time, and venue, will be announced in the coming days. The shortlisted beneficiaries will also receive personalized notifications. The Enyioma Foundation congratulates these exceptional studen...