Author: Vincent Osuwo

Pastor Bolaji Idowu, the Senior Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Centre, (HICC) has debunked allegations linking him to fraudulent real estate activities and money laundering, describing the claims as unfounded and misleading. It was gathered on Tuesday alleging that Idowu had been detained in Abuja by operatives of the Force Criminal Investigation Department over his purported involvement in real estate fraud. A police source reportedly claimed, “Pastor Bolaji Idowu, popularly known for his ‘Next Level Prayers,’ is under investigation for alleged fraudulent real estate activities and money laundering.” Pastor Idowu thanks God for grace after release from police detention However,…

The Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja issued a bench warrant on Tuesday against Ahmed Kuru, former Managing Director of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria, for alleged fraud of N76 billion and $31.5 million.  Justice Mojisola Dada ordered Kuru’s arrest after he failed to appear in court for his Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraignment. Kuru, the Managing Director of Arik Air; Captain Roy Ilegbodu, the receiver manager of Arik; Kamilu Omokide, Union Bank Plc; and a firm, Super Bravo Limited, were due to be arraigned in court on Tuesday for alleged N76 billion and $31.5 million…

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Ministry of Justice to work closely with the National Assembly to address the concerns raised by Nigerians following the controversy trailing the Tax Reforms Bills. Tinubu, who is in South Africa, handed down the review order on Tuesday as some northern youths stormed the National Assembly in support of the bills. The bills—the Nigeria Tax Bill 2024, the Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill, and the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill—have generated hot debates and contention across the country, with northern governors and lawmakers opposed to their passage. Critics opine…

Pastor Bolaji Idowu, the lead pastor of the Harvesters International Christian Centre (HICC), has appreciated the grace of God in his life following his release from police detention. The clergy who was arrested by the FCID in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, in connection to an alleged N1.5 billion fraud, was released on Tuesday by the police. It was gathered that the police operatives from the FCID grilled Idowu in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Tuesday over his involvement in the alleged fraud. A top police source at the FCID revealed that Idowu would sleep in the police cell…

Pastor Bolaji Idowu, the lead pastor of the Harvesters International Christian Centre (HICC), has been released from the custody of the Police Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID). Chronicle NG reports that the clergy was arrested by the FCID in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, for alleged N1.5 billion fraud. It was gathered that the police operatives from the FCID grilled Idowu in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Tuesday. A top police source at the FCID revealed that Idowu would be sleeping over in the police cell for the alleged crime. “The case emanated from one of his pastors who…

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced the restoration of bulk power supply through the Ahoada-Yenagoa 132kV transmission line, three months after it was destroyed by vandals. This comes after the successful reconstruction of collapsed towers and the restringing of vandalised conductors by TCN contractors. According to a statement released by TCN General Manager Ndidi Mbah on Tuesday, the energisation took place at 8:03 p.m. on November 30, 2024. Mbah also stated that 20 electricity transmission towers were replaced. Vandals vandalised the power line in August, damaging 13 towers in several towns, including Okobe village, Ahoada East, and Mbiama…

Pastor Bolaji Idowu, the lead pastor of the Harvesters International Christian Centre (HICC), has been arrested by the Police Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, for alleged N1.5 billion fraud.  It was gathered that the police operatives from the FCID grilled Idowu in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Tuesday. A top police source at the FCID revealed that Idowu would be sleeping over in the police cell for the alleged crime. Adeboye explains why RCCG pastor was arrested abroad “The case emanated from one of his pastors who duped several people in a real…

Duchess Lounge, a popular spot for socialites in Jalingo, the Taraba State capital, has been left in ruins after a fire outbreak razed the property. Although the actual cause of the fire is unknown, eyewitnesses believe a rapid power surge, compounded by the dry conditions, may have started the blaze. Our correspondent, who was on the scene, claimed that the entire first level of the lounge was entirely damaged. Midnight fire kills customs officer, wife, four children All furniture, sound systems, and other assets were burnt to ashes. Joseph Kunini, the lounge’s owner and former Speaker of the Taraba State…

The Economic & Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has named the immediate past Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, (CBN) Godwin Emefiele as the owner of the 753 duplexes and apartments it seized in Lokogoma, Abuja. The EFCC made the seizure and forfeiture of the properties public Wednesday, after a court order that required interested parties to appear within 14 days last month. The EFCC made the seizure and forfeiture public on monday, 2nd December, 2024. EFCC records largest asset recovery as govt official forfeits 753 duplexes According to the EFCC Affidavit, “the properties sought to be forfeited are reasonably…

The Governor of Lagos, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has accented the Lagos Electricity Bill 2024 into law. The law is a comprehensive plan aimed at tackling energy-related concerns and is projected to provide the groundwork for Lagos’ economic and industrial development. Sanwo-Olu signed the bill on Tuesday at the Lagos House, Ikeja. “The bill is a major step by the state government to ensure a 24-hour electricity supply to every corner of the state, following the federal government’s approval for states to generate and distribute energy in 2023,” stated the governor’s special adviser on media and publicity, Gboyega Akosile, in a statement…