Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Oyo Government Urges Calm Amid Boundary Dispute With Osun. The Oyo State Government has issued a statement urging calm and restraint amid the ongoing boundary dispute with Osun State. Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, called on agitators to sheathe their swords and allow the two state governments to continue mature discussions on resolving the land dispute. Oyelade emphasised that the protracted dispute is not intractable and that traditional institutions should not hinder the peaceful resolution process. He noted that Governors Seyi Makinde and Ademola Adeleke are cooperating fully with the National Boundary Commission through their representatives. The government…

CAC Gives Businesses Six-Week Ultimatum To Comply With Registration Requirements. The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has issued a circular giving all businesses operating in Nigeria a six-week ultimatum to comply with the registration requirements of the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA), 2020. The Commission warns that after the deadline, it will take necessary action against erring offenders who fail to comply. According to the CAC, operating without proper registration or using a name or acronym different from the registered identity is a criminal offence under Section 863 of CAMA. The Commission also notes that Section 729 of the…

Farm Worker Remanded For Alleged Murder Of Employer’s Husband In Ondo. An Ondo State Magistrate Court sitting in Akure has ordered the remand of John Odah, a farm worker, in prison for allegedly killing his employer’s husband with a machete. The incident occurred on April 18, 2025, at Agbajo farm in Ilu-Abo, Akure North Local Government Area of the state. According to the prosecution, Odah had offered the deceased Indian hemp, which was rejected, leading to a fierce argument and confrontation. In the ensuing altercation, Odah allegedly used the machete to strike the deceased, inflicting fatal wounds on his…

Lagos Taskforce Accused Of Fatal Incident Involving Death Of Construction Company Driver. A tragic incident has unfolded in Lagos, where a driver with Buildwell Construction Company, Olasunkanmi Bello, was allegedly killed by operatives of the Lagos State government taskforce during an attempted vehicle seizure. Two other drivers, Joshua Elemah Sunday and Franklin Alonge, sustained injuries during the confrontation, which occurred on Tuesday morning near the Costain Roundabout. According to eyewitnesses, the taskforce operatives arrived in a small white bus accompanied by individuals armed with sticks, believed to be hired thugs. The situation escalated as they attempted to impound one…

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,…