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US Government’s charges against Onyema are “mere allegations”, says Air Peace
Air Peace Limited has dismissed the charges as baseless accusations of money laundering charges brought by the United States Department of Justice against it’s Chairman and CEO, Dr. Allen Ifechukwu Onyema, and Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, Mrs. Ejiro Eghagha. WESTERN POST had reported that a press statement released on Friday by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District…
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Thailand returnee in NDLEA net for importing N3.1billion heroin
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Ikeja, Lagos, have arrested Oguejiofor Nnaemeka Simonpeter, a Thailand returnee, for importing 13.30 kilograms of heroin valued at over N3.192 billion. In a press statement on Sunday, the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi said, “Oguejiofor was arrested on Monday 7th…
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Economy: Why we need to probe President Buhari, by Taiwo Adisa
In the build-up to the 2015 election, when President Muhammadu Buhari mounted the podium to seek votes from Nigerians, he campaigned on three major fronts. He promised to fight insurgency, corruption, and rebuild the economy. With this three-pronged campaign agenda, the Katsina-born military general turned politician won the hearts of his countrymen and defeated President Goodluck Jonathan in the 2015…
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US Attorney’s Office accuses Air Peace Chairman, Onyema of alleged fraud, obstruction of justice
Allen Onyema, the Chairman, CEO, and founder of the Nigerian airline Air Peace, has been charged with obstruction of justice. The airline’s chief of administration and finance, Ejiroghene Eghagha, was also accused of involvement in the obstruction plan and previous bank fraud charges. A press statement released on Friday October 11 by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District…
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Governor Aiyedatiwa announces N73,000 minimum wage for Ondo workers
The Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has announced the implementation of N73,000 minimum wage for workers in the State He made the announcement Saturday during the flag off of the senatorial district campaign ahead of the November 16 Governorship election. The Governor said despite the fact that the federal government approved N70,000 as the new minimum wage, Ondo will…
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Governor Oyebanji pays N3.2 billion gratuity to Ekiti pensioners
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji has presented cheques worth N3.2 Billion to pensioners during the 2024 Pensioners’ Day Celebration In a show of commitment to the welfare of retirees, the Ekiti State Governor, is presenting the Gratuity cheques totaling 3.2 Billion Naira to State and Local Government retirees. This initiative is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to honor the…
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Super Eagles beat Libya in AFCON qualifiers
The Super Eagles of Nigeria on Friday defeated the Mediterranean Knights of Libya 1-0 in their third African Cup of Nations qualifying match. An 86th minute goal by midfielder Dele-Bashiru gave the Eagles victory With this victory, the Super Eagles have won two games and drawn one.
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APC suspends Lokpobiri, Lyon, others in Bayelsa
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), and David Lyon, the party’s nominee for governor of Bayelsa State in 2019. The following individuals were also suspended: Godbless Diriwari, an ex-officio member of the National Executive Council; former APC state chairman Mr. Jothan Amos; state commissioner for power, Kharim Kumoko;…
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Kwara Boat Mishaps: Who is to blame?
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin For the people of Kwara North, particularly, Patigi, Lafiagi, Edu and Kiama Local Government areas, water is a major means of transportation when traveling to other neighboring communities with the river connecting Kwara with River Niger and River Benue. The news of the boat that capsized was all over the news platforms last week Tuesday. It…
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