For many Nigerians, the phrase “Police are your friends” often evokes mixed reactions. Some hear it with skepticism, shaped by unpleasant experiences or stories they have heard over the years. Others, however, who have encountered compassionate, professional, and service-oriented police officers know that the slogan is more than just words—it reflects what policing is meant to be. The truth is that policing is changing. Modern policing is no longer defined solely by arrests, patrols, and responding after crimes have occurred. Across the world, law enforcement agencies are increasingly embracing prevention, partnership, and public engagement as the most effective ways to…
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The Supreme Court on Friday, July 17, 2026 affirmed the final forfeiture of seven landed properties, the sum of $2,045,000 (Two Million, Forty-Five Thousand United States Dollars) and share certificates linked to a former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, to the Federal Government of Nigeria. In a unanimous judgment delivered by a five-member panel of the apex court led by Justice Ibrahim Mohammed Saulawa, the court set aside the judgment of the Court of Appeal and affirmed the decision of the Federal High Court, Lagos, which had ordered the final forfeiture of the assets on the…
The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has secured the conviction and sentence of one Godwin Sunday Ajuluchukwucheya (a.k.a Prophet Sunday Koboko) before Justice H. O. Eya of the Enugu State High Court, sitting in Independence Layout. The convict was prosecuted on a two-count charge bordering on obtaining by false pretence and stealing to the tune of N136, 436, 000. 00 (One Hundred and Thirty-six Million, Four Hundred and Thirty-six Thousand Naira). Count one of the charges read: “Godwin Sunday Ajuluchukwucheya, sometimes between 2023 to February 2025 in Enugu, Enugu State within the jurisdiction of…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Thursday led an outpouring of tributes in honour of his wife, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, describing her as a woman whose life has been defined by compassion, integrity, humility, and an unwavering commitment to the service of humanity as she celebrated her 60th birthday. Speaking at a thanksgiving service marking the First Lady’s diamond jubilee in Lagos, the governor thanked God for preserving her life and granting her the grace to attain the significant milestone. He paid glowing tribute to his wife, describing her as a dependable life partner whose steadfast support, wise counsel,…
The Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately constitute an independent panel of inquiry to investigate the unfolding scandal surrounding the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), insisting that the gravity of the allegations and the institutions reportedly involved make an ordinary investigation inadequate. In a statement jointly signed by its National President, Mallam Abdulrahman Aliagan, and National Secretary, Rowland Olonishuwa, the Guild faulted the Presidency’s swift public exoneration of the Chief of Staff to the President by the President’s spokesman, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, describing it as premature and inconsistent with…
The Chairman/GCEO of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, KOF, has joined eminent Nigerians in celebrating the First Lady of Ogun State, Her Excellency, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, on the occasion of her 60th birthday, describing her as “an icon of courage, compassion and charisma whose life continues to inspire hope, uplift humanity and exemplify purposeful public service.” In a goodwill message jointly signed by Aare Emmanuelking and his wife, Olori Aderonke Emmanuelking, the Adron Homes boss paid glowing tribute to the First Lady’s enduring legacy, noting that her six decades have been defined by commitment to humanity, exemplary leadership, and a…
Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to health and social welfare through a comprehensive intervention at Heritage Homes Orphanage in Anthony Village, Lagos. The initiative was executed under the Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP), Fidelity Bank’s flagship employee-led corporate social responsibility scheme which empowers staff to identify impactful community projects, raise funds towards their execution, and receive matching support from the Bank to execute the projects. The outreach was championed by the Bank’s Audacious Class of newly inducted employees and it addressed critical needs identified at the orphanage, including the replacement of damaged roofing and POP…
NESCAFÉ, Nigeria’s leading coffee brand, has concluded the NESCAFÉ Next Level Promo, rewarding more than 41,000 consumers across the country through a nationwide campaign designed to celebrate consumer loyalty while supporting entrepreneurial ambition. Running from April to June 2026, the promotion invited consumers to purchase a promotional sachet of NESCAFÉ Original 3-in-1, uncover a unique code and enter for a chance to win airtime, cash prizes and entrepreneurial support. The promotion attracted over 240,000 entries and culminated in four Grand Winners receiving prizes to advance their entrepreneurial journeys. Reflecting the nationwide reach of the promotion, the four Grand Winners…
Africa’s biggest reality television show, Big Brother Naija, returns for its highly anticipated Season 11 on Sunday, 26 July 2026 on DStv and GOtv. The launch show will air from 7pm on Africa Magic Showcase and Africa Magic Family channels with the 24-hour show on DStv channel 198 and GOtv channel 49. BBNaija fans can also watch the show live via DStv and GOtv Stream. This season’s winner will walk away with a record ₦160 million grand prize, which includes a cash sum of ₦100 million and a brand-new SUV. The prize is the highest in the show’s history, raising the…
In Nigerian politics, where noise often overshadows performance and public relations frequently take precedence over public service, a few leaders have continued to prove that genuine leadership is best measured by impact rather than rhetoric. Among this class of public servants stands the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat—a technocrat whose political journey has steadily evolved into one of the most remarkable success stories in contemporary governance. For more than two decades, Hamzat has remained an influential figure in Lagos’ development story. From his days as Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure to his current role as Deputy…