5 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Man For Allegedly Laundering N5bn Through Proxy Bank Account

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday arraigned Ibrahim Abubakar before the Federal High Court in Lagos over his alleged involvement in a N5 billion fraud scheme. Abubakar is facing a two-count charge bordering on conspiracy to steal and the retention of proceeds from unlawful activities. He was arraigned before Justice Alexander Owoeye […] The post EFCC Arraigns Man For Allegedly Laundering N5bn Through Proxy Bank Account appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Jim Ovia sells indirect shares in Zenith bank worth N67.2 Million

Jim Ovia, the chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, has sold shares worth N67.2 million in the financial institution. The transaction, read more Jim Ovia sells indirect shares in Zenith bank worth N67.2 Million

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8 h. ago Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments

  As fuel imports remain in force-Major marketers   By Adewale Sanyaolu   The World Bank Group has lamented that businesses and investors perceive the policy environment in Nigeria to be holding back competition.   Senior Economist, World Bank Group, Samer Matta, stated this at the quarterly webinar organised by the Major Marketers Association of […] The post Nigerian business environment holding back competition, World Bank laments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg

Tribune Online BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg Bank of New York Mellon Corp., in collaboration with Standard Bank Group Ltd., is launching global depositary notes backed by... BNY Mellon, Standard Bank to facilitate access to Nigerian sovereign debt — Bloomberg Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Paul Enenche Turns Down N30m Cash From Kebbi Governor, Asks That It Be Diverted To Orphanage

Paul Enenche, senior pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, has declined a N30 million donation from Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris during a two-day healing and deliverance crusade held in Birnin Kebbi from June 17 to 18. In a viral video shared on social media on Thursday, an aide representing the governor stepped forward during […] The post Paul Enenche Turns Down N30m Cash From Kebbi Governor, Asks That It Be Diverted To Orphanage appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self

Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken out against the ongoing brutal killings in Benue State, urging President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action. In a post shared on Instagram on Wednesday, the nightlife promoter — who met with the President last month — called for a nationwide ban on open grazing, stressing the devastating […] The post Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self-Defense In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Release Osun LG allocation to lawful account, Assembly urges AGF, finance minister

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Osun State House of Assembly has urged the Accountant-General of the Federation and the Minister of Finance to immediately release all outstanding local government allocations through the lawful Local Government Accounts. The legislators condemned purported attempts by ‘unauthorised persons’ to approach the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for transactions relating […] The post Release Osun LG allocation to lawful account, Assembly urges AGF, finance minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago A business name and its owner: One and the same in the eyes of the law

ALHAJI ADELEKE LUKMAN ALANI OLALEKAN v. GUARANTY TRUST BANK PLC COURT OF APPEAL (AKURE DIVISION) (ORJI-ABADUA; ANDENYANGTSO; ALlYU, JJ.CA) FACTS read more A business name and its owner: One and the same in the eyes of the law

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12 h. ago 6,260 Terrorists Killed, 5,365 Civilians Rescued In 2 Years — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed that a total of 6,260 terrorists have been killed across the country through joint military operations in the past two years. This is just as the troops also recovered stolen products worth over N83 billion within the period. Deputy Director Defence Media Operations, Brig.-Gen. Ibrahim Abu-Mawashi revealed this while […]

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15 h. ago “Sowore Is More Competent Than Peter Obi” — Seun Kuti Declares

Nigerian singer and activist Seun Kuti has declared that Omoyele Sowore, a political activist and media publisher, is more competent than Peter Obi, a former Anambra governor, sparking discussions about political leadership in the country. During a live stream shared on X on Thursday, Kuti also condemned kidnappers, bandits, herdsmen, and corrupt elites, addressing the […] The post “Sowore Is More Competent Than Peter Obi” — Seun Kuti Declares appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination

By John Ogunsemore Outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has hailed former Nigerian president, Dr Goodluck Jonathan for nominating and supporting him for the job. Adesina served as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development under Jonathan when he was tipped for the AfDB job in 2015. He won re-election for […] The post My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Benue killings: BBNaija star Kiddwaya under fire for seeking public donations for victims

Kiddwaya, a renowned Big Brother Naija reality TV star and billionaire heir, is under criticism for requesting monetary donations from Nigerians. According to reports, Kiddwaya began a fundraising campaign on Wednesday through his NGO to help the victims of the Benue massacre. Kiddwaya, in an appeal shared on X, called on the public to donate […] The post Benue killings: BBNaija star Kiddwaya under fire for seeking public donations for victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago NULGE suspects diversion, warns CBN against payment of Osun LG funds

The Osun State chapter of Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has warned the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) read more NULGE suspects diversion, warns CBN against payment of Osun LG funds

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19 h. ago Proliferation of checkpoints, illegal taxation, key contributors to price inflation – NGF

Tribune Online Proliferation of checkpoints, illegal taxation, key contributors to price inflation – NGF Sanwo-Olu, who read the communiqué issued at the end of the meeting, also expressed the Forum’s displeasure over the World Bank’s failure to fulfil its part of the agreement reached on NG-CARES, despite participating... Proliferation of checkpoints, illegal taxation, key contributors to price inflation – NGF Tribune Online

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20 h. ago “You Can’t Sign Everybody” — Don Jazzy Reflects On Missed Chances With Simi, Davido, Others

Veteran music executive and Mavin Records boss Don Jazzy has reflected on some of the artists he regrets not signing, admitting that admiration and circumstance sometimes led to missed opportunities in his career. Speaking candidly in a recent interview shared on X on Wednesday, Don Jazzy mentioned singers Simi and Teni as two acts he […] The post “You Can’t Sign Everybody” — Don Jazzy Reflects On Missed Chances With Simi, Davido, Others appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Midterm Scorecard: I’ve Attracted N1.7bn Constituency Projects – Akwa Ibom Rep

The member representing Itu/Ibiono Ibom federal constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt Hon. Ime Okon, has reeled out his scorecard and given himself a pass mark with constituency projects in roads, education, water, solar energy and human capital development worth over N1.7 billion spent so far. The Akwa Ibom federal lawmaker stated this while […]

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21 h. ago Security Forces Neutralise 12 Bandits, Recover Weapons In Katsina

Twelve armed bandits were neutralised on Wednesday during a joint security operation in Kurfi and Safana local government areas of Katsina State, the state government has confirmed. The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr Nasir Mu’azu, made this known in a statement shared with journalists in Katsina. According to the statement, the operation […] The post Security Forces Neutralise 12 Bandits, Recover Weapons In Katsina appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago BOI reaffirms support for artisans, says development must be built by skills

The Bank of Industry has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to empowering Nigerian artisans and technicians. read more BOI reaffirms support for artisans, says development must be built by skills

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22 h. ago CBN maintains confidence in banks, offers transitional support

As part of its work to keep banks strong, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has put in place temporary steps for a few banks that are still moving away from earlier support they received during the COVID-19 pandemic. This step is part of the CBN’s broader, sequenced strategy to implement the recapitalisation programme announced […] The post CBN maintains confidence in banks, offers transitional support appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago FAAC: Nigeria shared N1.65trn revenue among three tiers of government in May

According to an official statement released on Wednesday, Nigeria’s Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) distributed N1.65 trillion amongst the federal, read more FAAC: Nigeria shared N1.65trn revenue among three tiers of government in May

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