How 140 internet fraudsters were picked up by EFCC in five cities within seven days
A total of 140 internet fraudsters popularly known as Yahoo Boys were arrested by the operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in five cities within seven days between Friday, May 19 and Friday, May 26, 2023. While 29 of the internet fraudsters were arrested in Lagos, 12 were picked up in Kano, 45 were held in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, 44 were arrested in Benin, Edo State and 10 were also held in Enugu, the Enugu State capital, during what the operatives described as "sting operations" carried out early in the morning.
Reactions as the Oba of Benin says he has no doubt that Tinubu will perform
According to PUNCH, the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has stated that Bola Ahmed Tinubu will perform admirably as the 16th president of Nigeria given his precedent. The Oba made the announcement in a congratulatory message to Bola Tinubu on Thursday, which he signed on behalf of the Royal Court of Benin, the Benin Royal family, and the people of Edo State.
Today's Headlines: Stop Using My Name For Fraud Activities - Clergy Warns; Tinubu Holds First Meeting With Security, Intelligence Chiefs
Stop Using My Name For Fraudulent Activities–Clergy Photo Credit: Nigerian Tribune An Edo-based cleric, Peter Obaseki, has alleged that some unknown persons using his name to perpetrate fraud, adding the unknown individuals are using his brand, ‘Prophet PIA Obaseki Ministries’, to scam unsuspecting members of the public.
Today's Headlines: Stop Using My Name For Fraudulent Activities–Clergy Warns; Tinubu Holds First Meeting With Security, Intelligence Chiefs
Stop Using My Name For Fraudulent Activities–Clergy Photo Credit:Nigerian Tribune An Edo-based cleric, Peter Obaseki, has alleged that some unknown persons using his name to perpetrate fraud, adding the unknown individuals are using his brand, ‘Prophet PIA Obaseki Ministries’, to scam unsuspecting members of the public.
Edo State 2024 Governorship Election: ZLP chairman, Dr. Bishop Akhalame Takes the Stage
In a noteworthy development, Dr. Bishop Akhalame, the Chairman of the Zenith Labour Party in Edo State, has thrown his hat into the ring for the highly anticipated 2024 governorship election. The announcement came amidst great fanfare in the vibrant city of Benin, where Akhalame also took the opportunity to introduce his latest literary work, titled "Reaction and Sustaining the Edo Economy."
Why I Deliberately Closed Down Land Borders -Buhari
According to the Daily Post, President Muhammadu Buhari has stated that he closed the country's land borders in order to encourage Nigerians to produce food for their consumption. He stated that while the decision was originally criticized, Nigerians later embraced it. Buhari made the remarks on Tuesday while inaugurating the new customs headquarters, which allegedly cost N19.6 billion to build.