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Nigerian Pastor Edward Abiodun Oluwasanmi has been arrested by the FBI for conspiring with Osun monarch, Oba Joseph Oloyede, to defraud the U.S. government of $4.2 million in COVID-19 relief funds. Oluwasanmi submitted forged documents to obtain loans meant to support struggling businesses during the pandemic, which he then diverted for personal use, violating U.S. federal laws, Peoples Gazette reports. The pastor used his three companies, Dayspring Property Incorporated, Dayspring Holdings, and Dayspring Transportation, to secure millions of dollars in fraudulent loans. He was indicted on a 13-count charge of fraud and arrested in Cleveland in April, before being released…

Valentine Ozigbo, a close associate of Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate Peter Obi and a former governorship candidate in Anambra State, has officially resigned from the party. Ozigbo, in a statement released on Wednesday said he had submitted his resignation letter to his ward chairman. He emphasised that his decision was driven by a commitment to a greater vision for Anambra State. In his resignation statement, Ozigbo disclosed that he had informed Peter Obi and the National Chairman of the Labour Party before making his decision public, out of respect for their leadership and shared political journey. “At every defining…

Anambra Group Presents APC Nomination Forms to Guber Aspirant Prof. Obiora Okonkwo A political support group under the aegis of Anambra Coalition for Progressive Change, has presented the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Nomination and Expression of Interest forms to Professor Obiora Okonkwo, urging him to contest in the November 8 gubernatorial election. Speaking at the event in Abuja on Wednesday, Okonkwo, a chieftain of the APC and Founder of the Nigeria-Russia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, expressed concern over the rising insecurity in Anambra State, which he said has crippled economic activities. Okonkwo accused the state governor, Prof. Chukwuma…

Two suspected killers of Anambra lawmaker Justice Azuka escape from police custody Two suspected killers of Justice Azuka, a member of the Anambra House of Assembly, have escaped from police custody in the state. The police spokesperson in Anambra State, Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday night. Gunmen, on 24 December 2024, abducted Mr Azuka, a member of the Anambra State House of Assembly. A joint security team, on 6 February, found the lawmaker’s decomposing body at Second Niger Bridge in Onitsha, Anambra State. The police in the state later confirmed that nine suspected killers of the…

ABIA: Why I Want To Unseat Governor Alex Otti In 2027 – Chief Emeka Atuma A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Hon. Emeka Atuma, has declared his determination to unseat the incumbent Governor, Alex Otti of the Labour Party, in the 2027 election. He emphasised that his primary goal is to deliver “good governance to Abians.” According to Vanguard, Atuma spoke during a strategic political meeting of APC stakeholders in Abia Central at his Ntalakwu, Oboro Ikwuano country home, criticised the leadership style of the Governor. He claimed that under the current LP-led administration, “the…

Etigwe Uwa SAN Felicitates with Governor Alex Otti on 60th Birthday Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Etigwe Uwa, has extended warm felicitations to the Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, on the occasion of his 60th birthday. In his congratulatory message, Uwa prayed for continued wisdom and good health as he steers the affairs of the state. “Congratulations, Your Excellency, on this epochal birthday. May God Almighty grant you good health and wisdom, and may the work of governing Abia State prosper in your hands,” he stated. He further conveyed his best wishes on behalf of…

Rep Ibe Okwara Osonwa Congratulates Governor Otti on 60th Birthday The member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Governor of Abia State, His Excellency Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, on the occasion of his 60th birthday. In a congratulatory message, Rep. Osonwa described Governor Otti as a distinguished leader whose dedication to service and transformative initiatives have contributed to the progress and development of Abia State. “As governor, Dr. Otti has demonstrated unwavering dedication to the service of our people, championing transformative initiatives that strive for progress…

Renewed Hope Agenda: Jigawa State Farmers Reap Big From Wheat Farming, AS Federal, State Government Provide support In a major boost to Nigeria's agricultural sector, Jigawa State has recorded a bumper harvest of wheat, cultivating over 105,000 hectares of the crop. This achievement is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the federal and state governments, which have provided subsidies to farmers, empowering them to increase production. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, who toured the farms alongside Governor Umar Namadi on Tuesday, expressed delight at the sight of the thriving wheat farms. "No genuine profit…

There are growing concerns over the whereabouts of Deputy Governor of Taraba State, Aminu Alkali, over his health condition. According to Daily Trust, the deputy has been away from the state since November 2024 due to health challenges, but the state government has kept mute over the absence of the number two citizen of the state. Alkali was said to have been admitted at the National Hospital in Abuja over an undisclosed illness. Unconfirmed sources however hinted that he was flown out of the country to Egypt for intensive medical care as his health condition worsened. Failure by the state…

Edwin Clark Is Dead FORMER Federal Commissioner for Information and South-South Leader, Edwin Clark, is dead. The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) leader died at 97 on Monday night, according to a statement signed by Prof. C. C. Clark for the family. The statement read, “The Clark-Fuludu Bekederemo family of Kiagbodo Town, Delta State, wishes to announce the passing of Chief (Dr.) Sen. Edwin Kiagbodo Clark OFR, CON on Monday 17th February, 2025. The family appreciates your prayers at this time. Other details will be announced later by the family.” This comes days after Afenifere leader Ayo Adebanjo’s death. Adebanjo…