Bailed Emefiele Faces Fresh Hurdles from Security Agencies
Former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele, facing a six-count charge of procurement fraud, has been released on bail after meeting the conditions. Despite his release, security agencies are closely monitoring him to prevent any attempt to leave the country. Fresh charges may be filed based on recommendations from the Special Investigator, including alleged illegal payments during Emefiele's tenure. Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the case.
Trouble for DisCos
The power sector in Nigeria grapples with substantial challenges across various states, impacting consumers and prompting concerns about service quality, billing practices, and infrastructure maintenance. Several distribution companies are contending with issues such as irregular power supply, meter theft, high tariffs, and inadequate customer service. Customers express dissatisfaction with inconsistent power distribution, billing discrepancies, and the persistent absence of prepaid meters.
In specific states such as Delta, Abia, and Niger, residents endure unstable power supply, faulty transformers, and significant responsibilities for providing necessary infrastructure. Distribution Companies cite financial constraints as the reason for limited electricity supply, frustrating consumers who face exorbitant bills without commensurate service.
Stop the Killing Now, Anambra Community Leaders Beg Soludo
Leaders of Enugwu-Nanka in Anambra state have appealed to Governor Chukwuma Soludo for assistance in addressing the escalating violence in their community. They highlighted incidents of killings and attempted assassinations, claiming that police investigations are halted after the crimes. The leaders called for a thorough investigation into the killings and urged the governor to examine the causes of factionalism within the town union, attributing it to high-handedness and cover-up activities. They expressed concern that the factions might lead to a complete breakdown of their community and requested police intervention to ensure proper investigations.
BREAKING: Nollywood Actor, Azeez Ijaduade, Allegedly Shot by Ogun Police Officer
Nollywood actor and movie director, Azeez Ololade Ijaduade, has reportedly been shot by a policeman in Iperu, Ogun State. The incident was shared on Instagram by his colleague, Abiodun Adebanjo, indicating that Ijaduade is currently hospitalized at Babcock University Teaching Hospital. The post called for assistance in Iperu and urged anyone with contacts for the Police IG or Commissioner to reach out. As of now, additional details about the incident are limited, and attempts to contact the Ogun State Police PPRO for more information have been unsuccessful.
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