The High Court of Delta State of Nigeria, Asaba Judicial Division, has remanded four suspected members of a gun-running syndicate following their arraignment in connection with the recovery of a Beretta pistol at a transport park in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area, on 26 April, 2026. The suspects, namely Emmanuel Chukwuemeka, Clifford Boleyelefa, Amadi Princewill, and Amadi Felix Chibuike, were earlier arrested in separate intelligence-led operations conducted in Bayelsa and Imo States following painstaking investigations that linked them to the illegal procurement, distribution, and movement of firearms across state lines. Upon the conclusion of investigations, the Delta State…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Access Holdings Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to long-term value creation, financial resilience and disciplined growth, assuring shareholders that its strategic focus remains firmly on building a stronger and more sustainable institution despite a challenging operating environment. Speaking at the Group’s 4th Annual General Meeting (AGM), Chairman Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, said the true measure of a financial institution is not simply its ability to grow but its ability to do so profitably, sustainably and with discipline over time. He said the Group’s 2025 performance reflected a deliberate strategy to strengthen its long-term fundamentals while maintaining solid financial results.…
Photo caption: L-R: Divisional Head, Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (SMEs), Fidelity Bank Plc, Mrs. Ugochi Osinigwe; Executive Director, South, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mrs. Pamela Shodipo; and Representative of the President of the Port Harcourt Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (PHCCIMA) and Chairman of SMEs and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) Trade Group, Mr. Jack Daboikiabo; at the Fidelity Bank SME Quarterly Business Forum held in Port Harcourt, recently. Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the growth and sustainability of Micro, Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (MSMEs), positioning itself as a…
By: Sesan Rufus Awobiye Unity, Patriotism and Diaspora Engagement Take Centre Stage as Nigerians in Asia Rally Behind President Tinubu’s Vision In a remarkable display of unity, patriotism, cultural pride and diaspora engagement, members of the Nigerians in Asia for Asiwaju (NAAS) movement, alongside supporters of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, gathered in Saitama, Japan, for the highly anticipated Renewed Hope Barbecue 2026. The event was championed by prominent Nigerian community leader Shonde A. Samuel, popularly known as Sammy Japan who serves as the Vice President of the Nigerian Union Japan and the President of the…
By Oluwatoyin Mathnuel At a press briefing recently held in Lagos by Human Rights activist called Centre for Human and Socio-economic Rights Group CHSR under the leadership of President, Comrade Alex Omotehinse, has alleged that certain interests were working to derail the ongoing judicial process surrounding the murder of two indigenous son of Ajiran land; Mr. Sheriff Ishola Salami and Prince Kazeem Ademola Akinloye, who were killed in separate incidents in April 2023 and August 2024 respectively. Omotehinse said the organization was compelled to address the media because of what it described as disturbing…
The 26th edition of the MILO Basketball Championship continued with the successful conclusion of the Central Conference regional finals, where Government Secondary School, Gboko, Benue State, and Father O’Connell Science College, Niger State, emerged champions in the girls’ and boys’ categories respectively. For 26 years, MILO has remained committed to youth development through school sports, using basketball as a platform to inspire discipline, teamwork, resilience and confidence among young people. Through the championship, MILO continues to create opportunities for students across Nigeria to discover their potential, build character and pursue excellence both on and off the court.…
BOCA ENERGY RESOURCES LTD, a leading indigenous oil and gas company, has officially confirmed that its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. James Ukachukwu, will chair the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Lagos State Council Correspondents’ Chapel annual Press Week, scheduled for June 27, 2026. The confirmation follows a formal invitation extended by the Chapel’s planning committee. In his response, Mr. Ukachukwu personally affirmed his intention to attend the event in person, demonstrating his commitment to media-industry collaboration and ethical journalism. Mr. Alfred Abiodun, Head of Media and Publicity at BOCA ENERGY RESOURCES LTD, stated: “The Chairman has…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has confirmed the tragic demise of a commercial bus driver following a fatal multiple-vehicle collision that occurred earlier today at Cele inward Oshodi, Lagos. The unfortunate accident involved a commercial mini bus “Korokpe,” and a Toyota Tundra pickup truck (EPE 554 YC). Preliminary investigations conducted by security personnel at the scene revealed that the driver of the commercial mini bus sustained grievous injuries and died instantly due to the devastating impact of the collision. LASTMA operatives, who were on routine traffic monitoring and surveillance duties within the corridor, swiftly mobilized to…
Founder and Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has reacted to reports that the Liberian government raised concerns with Nigerian authorities over his prophecies concerning Liberia and its leadership. The cleric insisted that Liberian President Joseph Nyuma Boakai should focus on addressing the challenges facing his country rather than criticising prophetic messages. He also declared that the President would not secure a second term in office. Primate Ayodele’s response followed reports that the Government of Liberia allegedly sent a letter to the Nigerian government expressing dissatisfaction with what it described as recurring negative prophecies about…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has once again underscored its unwavering commitment to public safety and emergency response through the successful rescue and prompt evacuation of a female victim with fractured arm and leg involved in a hit-and-run incident at EFF Bus Stop inward Marwa along the Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lagos. The unfortunate occurrence, which transpired today, involved an unidentified motorist who reportedly absconded immediately after knocking down the victim, leaving her critically exposed and unattended along the busy expressway. LASTMA personnel, who were actively engaged in monitoring and regulating vehicular movement within the corridor, swiftly activated a…