A Federal High Court in Lagos has struck out the N12.3 billion fraud charge against Honeywell Group Chairman Dr. Oba Otudeko and three others after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) withdrew the case, citing an amicable settlement between the parties. The EFCC had initially brought a 13-count charge against Otudeko, former First
In a bold step toward tackling unemployment and boosting youth empowerment, the Lagos State Government has partnered with Diageo Nigeria to train over 250 young people in hospitality, entrepreneurship, and retail under the Learning for Life (L4L) programme. The initiative was officially launched on Monday, July 14, 2025, at The Wings Tower, Victoria Island, Lagos,
A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has granted the final forfeiture of ₦335 million, Galaxy Hospital, five petrol stations, and multiple landed properties linked to an alleged fraud case under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The judgment, delivered in July 2025, followed the commission’s application after an earlier interim forfeiture
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has intensified its crackdown on drug traffickers across the country, uncovering several sophisticated smuggling methods and making multiple arrests, including that of a notorious kingpin who had been on the run for nearly a year. At the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, NDLEA operatives intercepted a consignment containing
Lagos, Nigeria – The stage is set for what could become a defining moment in grassroots governance as over seven million registered voters across Lagos State prepare to participate in the upcoming local government elections scheduled for Saturday, July 12. While often overshadowed by presidential and gubernatorial contests, local government elections remain the most immediate
July 6, 2025 – Lagos, Nigeria Traditional rulers from across the South-West, including the Alaafin of Oyo and the Ooni of Ife, convened in Lagos on Saturday, July 5, 2025, to participate in the South-West Zonal Public Hearing on the amendment of the 1999 Constitution. The gathering, held at the Lagos State Secretariat, Alausa, focused
Lagos, July 2, 2025 – Five Chinese nationals previously convicted of cyber terrorism and internet fraud by a Lagos federal court have been formally repatriated following the completion of their sentences, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) confirmed on Tuesday. The defendants, whose names were among the 15 Chinese and other foreign nationals convicted
Lagos, July 1, 2025 In a rare gesture underscoring the values of accountability and exemplary leadership, the Brigade Commander of the 9th Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Olawale Matthew Oyekola, personally visited the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Lagos Sector Command’s Driver’s Licence Capture Centre in Ojodu to renew his driver’s licence. The
Super Eagles captain William Troost Ekong was given a hero’s welcome in Lagos on Friday as fans swarmed Palms Mall in Lekki to catch a glimpse of their football idol. The Nigeria defender held a meet and greet session at the Puma store as part of activities leading up to his charity football match happening
A major scandal is currently rocking the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) following shocking revelations that a convicted armed robber serving time at the Kirikiri Maximum Security Custodial Centre, Lagos, was caught attempting to process international travel documents at a Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) passport office in FESTAC Town. The convict, Haruna Ayo, who is serving
