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Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an order preventing the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) from releasing further financial allocations to the Rivers State Government until a lawful appropriation act is enacted by a properly constituted House of Assembly. The ruling was delivered on Wednesday, October 30, as part of a judgment in a suit brought by the Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Martins Amaewhule.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended Chima Anthony Nwigwe, who is believed to be the leader of a hacking syndicate targeting banks. Alongside Nwigwe, three other suspects were taken into custody: Effiong Victor Emmanuel, Mohammed Bello Mahmud—managing director of Downstone Ultimate Limited—and Daminan Ali. The group faces serious charges including conspiracy, unauthorized access to banking computer systems, and the fraudulent withdrawal of depositors’ funds.

In a sharp response to recent calls for the procurement of a new presidential jet for Vice President Kashim Shettima, former presidential candidate Peter Obi has voiced his concerns over the priorities of Nigerian leadership. The debate gained traction following Shettima’s cancellation of a trip to the Commonwealth Summit in Samoa due to an incident involving his official aircraft during a stopover at New York’s JFK Airport.

In a significant move to address recent power outages in northern Nigeria, Adebayo Adelabu, the Minister of Power, announced that customers experiencing blackouts will not be billed for electricity during these periods. This decision comes in response to widespread disruptions caused by transmission line issues affecting multiple regions.

Pastors Jerry Eze and Nathaniel Bassey, two of Nigeria’s most beloved faith leaders, have found themselves at the center of a heated social media debate over their decisions around monetizing their YouTube channels. Solomon Buchi, a Nigerian writer and motivational speaker, pointed out this divisive criticism in a recent tweet, highlighting the double standards pastors face when it comes to handling finances and ministry.

A suspected motorcycle thief was tragically k!lled while attempting to escape a mob in Gawu, located in the Abaji Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The incident unfolded on Wednesday around 4:12 PM when the suspect allegedly stole a motorcycle from a farm in Mawogi village.

The Nigerian Naira has seen a depreciation in the parallel market, falling to N1,739 per dollar on Thursday, a slight decline from N1,735 per dollar reported on Wednesday. This movement reflects ongoing volatility in the foreign exchange landscape.

Ekiti State’s Ministry of Justice has officially listed 72-year-old Sule Adeola, a convicted rapist, in the state’s S€x Offenders’ Register.

A mother has filed a lawsuit against the creators of an artificial intelligence chatbot, claiming that her teenage son was driven to su!c!de due to his emotional attachment to the AI. Megan Garcia’s lawsuit, unveiled on October 23, targets Character.AI, the developers of a role-playing app where her son, 14-year-old Sewell Setzer III, interacted with a chatbot modelled after Daenerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones.

The Nigerian government is set to raise the Value Added Tax (VAT) to 15%, targeting primarily luxury goods, according to Mr Wale Edun, the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. This announcement came during an investor meeting at the ongoing IMF/World Bank Annual Meetings.

In a major step toward cleaner and more affordable energy, the Nigerian government has announced plans to convert filling stations across the country into Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) outlets. The directive, issued by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, aims to promote the use of CNG as a safer, cheaper, and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fuels.

In the wake of her dismissal from office, the former Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, has expressed her gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the opportunity to serve in his administration. In a heartfelt letter of appreciation, dated 24th October 2024, Ohanenye reflected on her tenure as a minister and shared her continued commitment to Nigeria’s progress.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in a significant move aimed at streamlining government operations, has announced the dissolution of the Ministry of Niger Delta and the Ministry of Sports Development. These decisions were made during a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held on Wednesday, October 23.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has voiced strong criticism of regionalism, asserting that it is a fundamental cause of Nigeria’s persistent challenges. Speaking on Tuesday, October 22, during a visit from the League of Northern Democrats, Obasanjo lamented that the regional divisions established at Nigeria’s independence in 1960 continue to impede the nation’s progress.

Controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has reportedly spent the night in a female cell at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos State. This development follows his arrest by Immigration officers at the Seme border as he attempted to flee to the Benin Republic.

Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, is currently being held at the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex in Alagbon, Lagos State. He spent the night in a police cell after being arrested by Nigeria Immigration Service officials during an attempted exit from the country at the Seme border.

A panel investigating the privileges enjoyed by Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, during his time in prison has revealed that the cross-dresser had access to special treatment while serving his six-month sentence. According to the report, Bobrisky was housed in a single, specially furnished cell and was allowed access to a humidifier, a floor rug, a fridge, a television, and visits from family and friends. He also had a designated inmate to run errands for him and was possibly able to use his phone. These privileges were far beyond what is typically available to other inmates.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has voiced serious concerns about Nigeria’s stagnation in growth and development, stating that the nation is falling short of its potential. His remarks came during the 8th Brigadier General Michael Agu (rtd) annual distinguished lecture and awards ceremony, held at the Obasanjo Space Centre in Lugbe, Abuja, over the weekend.

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has addressed the recent arrest of convicted cross-dresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky. Social media influencer and activist Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, had earlier shared the news on Instagram. This follows the submission of a report by an investigative panel examining claims that Bobrisky was kept out of prison despite serving a six-month sentence.

A prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has raised alarms regarding a recent World Bank report declaring the Naira as the weakest currency in Africa.

The Presidency has clarified that there is no leadership vacuum in Nigeria, despite President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima being out of the country. This statement comes in response to growing concerns raised by journalists regarding who is currently overseeing national affairs.