Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

CBEX Crypto Scam Suspect Surrenders To EFCC. Adefowora Abiodun, one of the individuals declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in connection with the controversial cryptocurrency platform, Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), has voluntarily surrendered to the anti-graft agency. Abiodun, accompanied by his legal team, arrived at the EFCC headquarters on Monday, April 28, expressing his willingness to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation. The EFCC had declared Abiodun and seven others wanted over their alleged roles in a massive fraudulent investment scheme worth over $1 billion. Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja…

APC Slams Door On Enugu Governor’s Defection Bid. The Enugu State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared that it will not accept Governor Peter Mbah if he decides to join the party. This decision was made during an expanded stakeholders meeting held at the party secretariat in Enugu, where 150 notable figures from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP) officially defected to the APC. APC State Chairman, Ugochukwu Agballah, stated that Governor Mbah’s administration has failed to tackle security challenges in Enugu State, particularly in the Uzo-Uwani and Isi-Uzo local government areas. The…

Australian Woman On Trial For Poisonous Mushroom Deaths. A 50-year-old Australian woman, Erin Patterson, is currently on trial accused of murdering three relatives and attempting to murder another by allegedly serving a lunch containing poisonous mushrooms. The prosecution alleges that Ms Patterson served beef wellington to her four guests, eating from a smaller and differently coloured plate. The court heard that one guest later commented on the unusual table setting, asking “does Erin have a shortage of crockery?” This remark has been cited as evidence of Ms Patterson’s alleged intentions. According to the prosecution, Ms Patterson had previously…

Trump Celebrates 100 Days Of Second Term With Defiant Speech. US President Donald Trump marked the 100-day milestone of his second term in office with a campaign-style speech, touting his achievements and targeting political foes. Addressing a crowd of supporters in Michigan, Trump hailed a “revolution of common sense” and vowed to deliver “profound change” through his presidency. In a suburb of Detroit, Trump told the gathering that his administration was making significant progress, despite facing numerous challenges. He boasted about the dramatic fall in the number of migrants crossing illegally into the US, claiming it as a major…

Arsenal vs PSG: Dembélé’s Strike Secures Narrow Win For Paris. In a thrilling Champions League encounter, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Arsenal in the first leg. Ousmane Dembélé’s clinical finish proved the difference between the two sides, giving PSG a crucial advantage heading into the second leg. A Match of Few Chances The game was characterized by end-to-end action, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. However, it was PSG’s Dembélé who made the most of his chance, showcasing his shooting skill to beat Arsenal’s defense. Arsenal, on the other hand, struggled to find their rhythm,…

JAMB Urges Patience As 2025 UTME Results Await Completion Of Post-Examination Procedures. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that the results of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) will be released once all post-examination analyses and standard procedures have been fully completed. This update was shared on Tuesday via the Board’s official social media platform, where JAMB appealed for patience from candidates who participated in the ongoing examination. “2025 UTME results to be released as soon as all post examination analyses and other procedures are completed. Candidates are enjoined to be patient please,” the…

Major Traffic Chaos On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway As Truck Overturns Near Otedola Bridge. Commuters on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway faced significant disruption this afternoon after an articulated truck overturned near the Otedola Bridge, spilling its contents and blocking nearly 80 percent of the roadway heading towards the Toll Gate. The incident has triggered a severe traffic gridlock, with vehicles backed up as far as the Kara axis, according to reports from The Nation. The accident, which occurred earlier today, has brought one of Nigeria’s busiest highways to a near standstill, leaving motorists stranded for hours. Emergency response teams, including officials from…

Lagos Socialite E-Money Arrested By EFCC Over Currency Abuse Allegations. Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested prominent Lagos socialite and businessman Emeka Okonkwo Daniel, popularly known as E-Money, on allegations of currency abuse. The arrest, which took place on Monday evening at E-Money’s residence in the upscale Omole area of Lagos, has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s social and business circles. According to sources within the EFCC, E-Money was detained for allegedly spraying U.S. dollars at a public event, an act deemed to violate Nigeria’s Foreign Exchange Act. One insider, speaking on condition of anonymity,…

Iranian Authorities Continue Efforts To Identify Victims Of Deadly Port Explosion. Iranian officials are working to identify 22 of the 70 victims confirmed dead following last week’s deadly explosion at the Shahid Rajaee port, according to the provincial governor speaking to state news agency IRNA on Monday. The blast, which left nearly 1,200 people injured, has shocked the nation and prompted a swift governmental response. Around 120 individuals remain hospitalised, state media reported. Located in southern Iran along the Strait of Hormuz, the Shahid Rajaee port is a critical hub, handling 85 percent of the country’s shipping container traffic…

Cardinal Becciu Steps Aside From Papal Conclave Amid Ongoing Controversy. Cardinal Angelo Becciu, a once-powerful figure within the Vatican, has confirmed he will not participate in the upcoming papal conclave on 7 May, citing the “will of Pope Francis” and the greater good of the Church. The 76-year-old Italian prelate, who was convicted of fraud and embezzlement by a Vatican tribunal in 2023, stated through his lawyer on Tuesday that he would not enter the Sistine Chapel to cast a vote for the next pope. Despite continuing to maintain his innocence and appealing the conviction, Cardinal Becciu said he…

Respected Nigerian Islamic Scholar Sheikh Abdul Rasheed Hadiyatullah Passes Away. The Nigerian Muslim community is mourning the loss of Sheikh Abdul Rasheed Hadiyatullah, the esteemed President of the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN), who passed away on Monday, 28 April 2025. The announcement was made by Sheikh Daood Imran Molaasan, the Grand Mufti of Yorubaland, in a heartfelt statement issued that evening. Sheikh Hadiyatullah, a revered scholar and jurist, was born on 13 October 1944 in Iwo, a town in Osun State renowned for its rich Islamic heritage. His early education began at Anwaru Islam School in…

INEC Proposes Major Electoral Reforms Ahead Of 2027 Nigerian Elections. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has unveiled ambitious proposals to reform Nigeria’s electoral framework in preparation for the 2027 general elections, aiming to enhance transparency, efficiency, and credibility in the democratic process. Among the key changes, INEC is advocating for amendments to strip the President of the authority to appoint Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs), who oversee INEC operations at the state level. Instead, the commission seeks to empower itself to appoint these officials, re-designating them as State Directors of Elections. This proposal involves amending Section 14 (3) Paragraph…