Dec 13, 2023 – Top News Magazines.

Akeredolu, transmits power to Aiyedatiwa, begins medical leave

Dec 13, 2023 topnews

Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Ondo State Governor, has transmitted power to his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, to pilot the affairs of the state in an acting capacity. The development was not unconnected with the resolution of the meeting held at the Presidential Villa where President Bola Tinubu met with Aiyedatiwa and some stakeholders in the state on Tuesday over the political crisis in the state. Akeredolu, who had been absent from the state for over six months due to ill-health, notified the state’s House of Assembly that he would be embarking on medical…

Powerful Nigerians behind illegal mining, terrorism – Dele Alake

Dec 13, 2023 topnews

Some unnamed powerful Nigerians have been accused of sponsoring terrorism in areas where the nation’s minerals abound. This disclosure came from the Minister of Solid Minerals, Dele Alake, when he appeared before the House of Representatives Committee on Solid Minerals for the 2024 budget defence in Abuja. He, however, disclosed that the powerful individuals were being monitored, noting that both kinetic and non-kinetic methods are being activated to arrest the menace. This latest revelation by the minister was in contrast to what he had earlier told Nigerians on two previous…

Man allegedly commits suicide after losing N2.5m to betting

Dec 13, 2023 topnews

A man identified as Onoh Chukwuma on Tuesday reportedly took his own life by ingesting an insecticide allegedly for losing N2.5m to betting. Onoh had on his Facebook wall posted a message saying that it was his last day on earth and that he was going to meet his maker. Unknown to those reading the post, he had already consumed the insecticide before making the announcement. In his post, he thanked some individuals, saying, “Today is my last day on earth! I’m going to meet my maker. Thank you Chima…

Ex-power minister, Agunloye declared wanted by EFCC

Dec 13, 2023Dec 13, 2023 topnews

Dr Olu Agunloye, former Minister of Power and Steel, has been declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. The minister who hails from Akoko North Local Government Area of Ondo State was declared wanted by the anti-graft agency over an alleged case of corruption and forgery. The EFCC in September quizzed Agunloye over an alleged $6 billion Build, Operate and Transfer contract. The commission, on Wednesday, disclosed this on its website while notifying the public. In the information shared by the EFCC, Agunloye’s image was displayed. The EFCC…

Demolition of assembly complex based on advice from experts – Rivers gov’t

Dec 13, 2023 topnews

The Rivers State Government has explained that its decision to demolish and rebuild the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex was based on advice from experts. The government noted that the experts noted that the integrity of the structure has been lost due to the structural defects that arose mainly as a result of the recent explosion and fire incident at the hallowed chambers of the assembly and that the building has been rendered unfit for human use. A statement issued by the Rivers State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Joseph…

Rivers begin demolition of assembly complex, pro-Fubara lawmakers meet

Dec 13, 2023 topnews

The political crisis in Rivers State deepened on Wednesday as about 10 bulldozers drove into the premises of the state House of Assembly and started the demolition of the complex. This came as the factional Speaker, Edison Ehie, led other lawmakers loyal to the governor to hold a sitting early on Wednesday before the demolition began. It was gathered that Ehie, during the session, said the complex was due for repairs following the explosion that rocked the building on October 30, 2023, saying the governor will provide an alternative place…