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Naira abuse: Tompolo has questions to answer - EFCC

3 days ago | news.band | Kalu Nwokoro Idika

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has said former Niger Delta militant leader, Chief Government Ekpemupolo, aka, Tompolo, has questions to answer over an alleged case of naira abuse. This was after a video from Tompolo’s 54th birthday ceremony showed him getting sprayed with N1,000 notes by an unidentified man.
Rivers crisis: Fubara paid me a visit with 2 govs - Wike

4 days ago | news.band | Kalu Nwokoro Idika

Mr. Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has acknowledged that the suspended governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, paid him a visit, accompanied by two other governors. Wike, who served as the immediate past governor of the State, made the revelation during a media interaction with selected newsmen in Abuja on Monday. This is coming amid widespread speculation about efforts to mend political bad blood in the oil-rich state.
N25B secret loan: SEDC must not become cesspool of corruption — ASITU warns - News Band

4 days ago | news.band | Kalu Nwokoro Idika

…Demands thorough investigation, policy blueprintThe Association of Igbo Town Unions (ASITU), the umbrella body of all town unions across Igbo land, hereby issues this press statement to address the alarming and deeply troubling revelations surrounding the South East Development Commission (SEDC), particularly as it concerns the alleged acquisition of a ₦25 billion loan under questionable terms and circumstances.
Chukwuemeziem calls for end to violent agitation, says it serves as cover for Fulani herdsmen

4 days ago | news.band | Kalu Nwokoro Idika

The President of Igbo Youths in Diaspora, Mr. Chukwuemeziem Ekete has said that violent or armed agitations in the Southeast of Nigeria aids Fulani militia attacks. He made the statement while briefing newsmen on the planning of the Igbo Youths in Diaspora summit. The summit is aimed to address the numerous killings of Igbos being orchestrated by Fulani herdsmen.
80-yr-old Abia man serves 70-yr-old wife divorce papers

4 days ago | news.band | Kalu Nwokoro Idika

An 80-year-old man in Abia State has served his 70-year-old wife divorce papers, accusing her of trying to poison him five years ago. Human rights activist, Ochiegbu Marvelous, who intervened in the matter, disclosed that the elderly man not only filed for divorce through a high court but also had his wife arrested based on the poisoning allegation.
I may not return as Rivers’ gov - Fubara

4 days ago | news.band | Kalu Nwokoro Idika

The suspended Governor of Rivers State Mr. Siminalayi Fubara, has said he may no longer be interested in resuming his official duties after his suspension, hinting at emotional detachment from the position. Fubara said this while speaking during a service of songs in Port Harcourt held in honour of the late elder statesman Edwin Clark, and organised by the Rivers Elders Forum. “Do you even know if I want to go back there? My spirit has already left there,” he said.
Anambra, Lagos top list in 2025 UTME malpractice arrests — JAMB - News Band

4 days ago | news.band | Kalu Nwokoro Idika

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has named Anambra and Lagos States as the top culprits in examination malpractice during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, disclosed this on Friday during a press briefing in Abuja.
Kidnapped Katsina businessman dies in bandits’ den

4 days ago | news.band | Kalu Nwokoro Idika

Mr.Balan Auwal, Katsina businessman has reportedly died while in the custody of bandits, weeks after he was abducted alongside his son. Auwal was kidnapped on February 26, 2025, when gunmen stormed Malumfashi town in Katsina State and opened fire indiscriminately. Despite a fierce gun battle with security operatives during the nighttime attack, the criminal elements managed to escape with Auwal and his son, Saifullahi.
NIMC raises fees for NIN modifications

5 days ago | news.band | Kalu Nwokoro Idika

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), has released a pricing structure for services related to updates and changes on the National Identification Number (NIN) databaseAccording to the new price list, correction of date of birth (DOB) on the NIN database now costs N28,574. This represents a 75% increase when compared with the N16,340 being charged for the same service before now.
Benue: 23 killed in renewed violence across 4 LGAs

5 days ago | news.band | Kalu Nwokoro Idika

Over 23 people lost their lives between Friday and Saturday in a series of violent attacks that occured in several communities across four Local Government Areas of Benue State. The affected LGAs—Logo, Kwande, Ukum, and Guma—were hit by coordinated attacks that targeted farmers and villagers. News Band understand that eight civilians were killed in the wee hours of Saturday in Jootar, a settlement located in Ukum LGA.

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