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The Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has handed over a new Information and Communication Technology (ICT) project to Ogun State Institute of Technology (OGITECH), Igbesa, Ogun State. The project named: Emerging Technologies Centre (ETC), sited on the Institute’s campus, is aimed at enhancing learning experience of students while providing a platform for digital innovation, research, and development (R&D) for the overall economic growth of Nigeria. The highlight of the inauguration and handover ceremony on Thursday was the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at ensuring effective utilisation and sustainability of the…

Nigerian Pastor Edward Abiodun Oluwasanmi has been arrested by the FBI for allegedly conspiring with Osun monarch Oba Joseph Oloyede to defraud the U.S. government of $4.2 million in COVID-19 relief funds.The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio indicted the duo on charges of conspiracy, wire fraud, and money laundering.According to court documents, Oluwasanmi, using his companies—Dayspring Property Incorporated, Dayspring Holdings, and Dayspring Transportation—submitted falsified loan applications to obtain pandemic relief funds.Prosecutors allege that in October 2021, he transferred $1 million of the funds to a brokerage account under Dayspring Transportation.The FBI arrested Oluwasanmi in Cleveland in…

High Court takes stand as family fights dirty over Herbert Wigwe’s estateA Lagos State High Court Family/Probate Court in Ikeja has dismissed an application filed by the late Herbert Wigwe’s cousin Christian Wigwe and Pastor Shyngle Wigwe (Herbert Wigwe’s father) seeking the appointment of interim administrators for the estate of the former Access Bank Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer.In a ruling by Justice A.O. Adeyemi on February 6, 2025, the court resolved all the issues raised by the applicants and pronounced their claims unsustainable.The applicants, Christian Wigwe and Pastor Shyngle Wigwe instituted suit number ID/7735FPM/2024 against Access Bank…

Controversial singer and Zaazoo ze crooner, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has been arraigned before a Magistrate Court sitting in Abeokuta, for alleged assault on government officials.Portable reported himself at the Criminal Investigations Department (SCID), Lagos Command, on Wednesday after he was declared wanted by the Ogun Command.He was later transferred to the Ogun Command’s headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta, the state capitalThe singer was arraigned on a five-count charge before an Isabo Magistrate Court, Abeokuta. The charges include conspiracy, assault, and restriction, armed with cutlasses and guns, and conduct likely to cause harm.He pleaded not guilty to the charges. His…

A former executive at Kuda, one of Nigeria’s leading fintech startups, has filed a lawsuit at an employment tribunal in the United Kingdom alleging a toxic work culture, gender discrimination, and retaliatory dismissal.Rosemary Hewat, the company’s former group chief people officer, claims in court documents seen by TechCabal that Kuda Technologies Limited and its CEO, Babatunde Ogundeyi, fostered an environment where women were belittled, discriminated against, and sidelined. Her lawsuit also alleges that she was denied stock options under terms promised to her male colleagues and was fired after raising concerns about workplace treatment. The allegations starkly contrast Kuda’s public…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commiserated with the family of former lawmaker, Sen. Ayodeji Otegbola, over his demise, describing him as a cerebral politician and selfless community leader.Otegbola, who represented Ogun West Senatorial District at the Red Chamber during the aborted Third Republic, reportedly died on Monday at the age of 91.Governor Abiodun, in a condolence message, eulogised the distinct virtues of the late Asiwaju of Awori land, including his passion for community cohesion and development, adding that he exhibited the core values of a grassroots politician.He added that Otegbola’s contributions to the development of Ogun State and…

It was General Colin Powell, first African-American Secretary of States who said ‘Success is the result of perfection, hard work, learning from failure, loyalty, and persistence.’ This quote can best describe the trajectory of Oluseyi Afolabi Tinubu. There is no gainsaying that the influence of parents on their children’s success is profound and multifaceted, extending beyond mere financial or educational support. The journey to success is often riddled with challenges, setbacks, and moments of self-doubt. That’s where parents come in by providing the emotional support and motivation that can turn these stumbling blocks into stepping stones. In the case of…

The Lagos State House of Assembly wishes to categorically debunk the malicious and unfounded publication alleging that twenty-seven members of the Assembly are planning to defect from the ruling party to the opposition Labour Party (LP). This publication is entirely false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to misinform the public.We find this report not only offensive but also riddled with inaccuracies and outright falsehoods that serves no purpose other than to sow discord and confusion within the Assembly and among the good people of Lagos State.The recent developments in the House, including the removal of the erstwhile Speaker, Hon. Mudashiru…

… By connecting brands with people and communities, Havas’ network dedicated to activating consumer passions will drive business growth for African brands Havas Africa has officially launched Havas Play, Havas’ global network with expertise across sponsorships, partnerships, experiential, social, influencers, and branded content. This latest launch expanses the footprint of the global Havas Play network, which encompasses over 500+ Play experts in more than 20 countries across the globe. According to PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Africa Entertainment and Media Outlook 2024-2028 report, entertainment and media (E&M) revenue in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria is expected to surpass the average 3.9% compound annual growth…

It was another significant milestone and a long walk to academic excellence, so to speak, as Ameh Emmanuel is officially a PhD scholar in Political Science, awarded at the University of Ibadan’s 2025 Convocation.His journey to this accomplishment has been a long and challenging one, and he celebrated this achievement alongside fellow graduates at the well-attended 2025 “all-academic gown” event held at the University of Ibadan, in theDepartment of European Studies.Hail from the Idoma community in the Ette township of Igbo, Eze, North Local Government Area of Enugu State, Ameh Emmanuel, now a PhD holder, shared his joyous moments with…