Author: Festus Adeloye

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has asked the Office of the Prosecutor at the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, to stop the prolonged investigation of the Nigerian military. The AGF stated the country’s position on Monday in a statement made available to the media in Abuja by the Special Adviser to the President on Communication and Publicity, Office of the AGF and Minister of Justice, Kamarudeen Ogundele. According to the statement, the AGF, in his remarks at the 23rd session of the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome…

*To Showcase Youth Empowerment, Investment Forum Basking in the euphoria of previous editions, the Drum Online looks set to once again facilitate the convergence of global cultural icons, enthusiasts, percussionists and business moguls to celebrate the vibrant beat of African-Canadian heritage as the 3rd edition of the prestigious Pan-Afrikan Drum Festival holds in Canada come July 2025. The 2025 edition promises to be an unforgettable experience as African and Canadian cultures, through the rhythms, colors, and sounds that embody the unity of both critical cultures, will be showcased. Enthusiasts of music, dance, and cultural expression can look forward to a…

The Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC), led by Governor Chukwuma Soludo, has approved tax exemptions for indigent residents whose business capital is less than ₦100,000.  During its 35th meeting, the council paid tribute to the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah of the APC, who was recently buried in his hometown, Umuanukam, Otolo Nnewi. Ubah, who represented Anambra South senatorial zone, was a gubernatorial hopeful for the 2025 election. Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, disclosed that ANSEC encouraged private investors to manage public enterprises in the state and reaffirmed the enforcement of the Anti-Touting Law, urging touts to join government empowerment schemes.…

Former Nigerian Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon on Wednesday dwelt on the historical considerations that led to his support for state creation in Nigeria, saying that it was to ease the fear of the northern region’s dominance given its size and population. In a speech delivered during a courtesy visit by the League of Northern Democrats (LND) in Abuja, he reflected on his leadership era and discussed the group’s vision for northern Nigeria. Gowon, who governed Nigeria during a tumultuous period that included the Civil War, emphasised that the decision to advocate for state creation was rooted in the…

FBN Holdings Plc (FBNH), a leading financial institution in Nigeria, has announced the launch of a rights issue offering of 5,982,548,799m ordinary shares at N25.00 per share. The initiative, which aims to raise a total of N149.56 billion, reflects the bank’s strategic response to regulatory requirements while bolstering its financial health and positioning it for sustained growth in an increasingly competitive banking landscape. The rights issue offers existing shareholders the entitlement to one new share for every six shares held as of October 18, 2024. The initiative has already gained traction in the market, with FBNH’s share price closing at…

*…Says you can’t aid, reward thuggery, cultism, yet claim to fight same* Media Adviser to immediate past Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State, Crusoe Osagie, has said no amount of lies, blackmail, and propaganda by the newly sworn-in governor-select, Monday Okpebholo and his media hirelings can blemish the legacies of the former governor who in eight years successfully transformed the fortunes of the people and placed the State on the path of accelerated growth and prosperity. Osagie, in a statement, on Wednesday, lambasted the Okpebholo-led administration for its continuous resort to baseless allegations, falsehoods, and lies to discredit and tarnish…

Popular Nollywood Yoruba actress, Dayo Amusa has addressed ongoing speculations surrounding the identity of her recently welcomed child’s father. The actress has kept the identity of her child, Oluwafirewamiri’s father, away from the public eye since welcoming the baby in the United States on 18 November. While Amusa has chosen to keep the father’s identity private, the mystery has sparked widespread discussions among social media users. Speaking during a TikTok live session recently, the actress, who began her career in 2002 and transitioned into film production in 2006, asserted her right to privacy. She emphasised her decision to shield her…

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has won the FIFPRO Impact Award for humanitarian work, for the medical care his foundation provides to underprivileged communities in Cameroon and other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. Doctors have performed more than 1,200 surgical operations over the past three years in collaboration with the 28-year-old’s Andre Onana Foundation, which works with medical professionals to provide surgery and care for people, particularly children. The honour is part of FIFPRO’s Annual Merit Awards that recognise players giving back to their communities. The global soccer players’ union will donate $10,000 to Onana’s foundation. “When I passed through Barcelona, Amsterdam and…

The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) on Sunday praised the federal government, led by President Bola Tinubu, for ensuring that Rivers State received its statutory allocation despite the ongoing conflict between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The group acknowledged that President Tinubu’s intervention prevented widespread hardship among the people of Rivers State. In a statement issued by its Spokesperson, Dr. Obiuwevbi Ominimini, the newly appointed National Chairman, Ambassador Godknows Igali, lauded the President for making a statesmanlike decision that brought relief not only to the people of Rivers State but also to Nigerians as a whole. “He stated…

Grammy-winning singer, Wizkid has released his highly anticipated album “Morayo”, today, November 22, 2024. Dedicated to his late mother, the album features 16 remarkable tracks, including collaborations with Brent Faiyaz, Asake, Jasmine Sullivan, Anaïs Cardot, and Tiakola. The album was preceded by two singles, “Piece of My Heart” featuring Brent Faiyaz and “Kese (Dance)”, both of which shattered Spotify Nigeria’s streaming records for highest opening day streams. “Kese” accumulated an impressive 1.5 million streams, surpassing the previous record of 1.016M held by “Piece of My Heart”. He now occupies the top four spots on the list of top 10 songs…