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We’Il Not Tolerate Internal Corruption – ICPC Chairman Warns Staff

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The Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, Musa Adamu Aliyu, has vowed that under his watch, corrupt practices will not be tolerated within the Commission….CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The chairman made this pledge on Monday while playing host to a delegation from the Civil Society Legislative Centre (CISLAC), who were at the headquarters of ICPC on a courtesy visit.

He said ICPC would continue to live above board and run a responsible organization that will work within the confines of the law to tackle corruption in Nigeria.

As the Chairman of ICPC, I have told Nigerians that we are going to work within the confines of the law and also in accordance with the national best practices to ensure that we tackle this challenge of corruption in this country. We are determined to ensure that we promote good ethical justice and also run a responsible organization that is efficient in its targets and responsibility.

“We will continue to sustain the reputation and integrity that the ICPC is known for, and we are not going to tolerate any corruption within the Commission. Whatever we are going to do, we will ensure that we do it logically.”

The ICPC boss also harped on the role of civil society organisations like CISLAC in the fight against corruption, saying they have been keeping agencies like ICPC on its toes through constant demands for transparency and accountability.

He promised that ICPC will continue to sustain its collaborative efforts with CSOs through many of its initiatives, which include Constituency and Executive Projects Tracking Initiatives (CEPTI), System Studies and Review and others.

Earlier in his remarks, the Executive Director of CISLAC, Mr. Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, stated that the essence of the visit was to reignite the partnership that exists between the centre and ICPC.

He also promised that CISLAC will continue to partner with ICPC, “to support the good work that you are doing and support your leadership to ensure that we minimize the cost of corruption in Nigeria.”

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Portable Shifts From Ring To Family Joy As He Welcomes Son With Wife Bewaji After Boxing Defeat.

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Nigerian singer Portable has announced the birth of a baby boy with his partner, Omobewaji Ewatomi, popularly known as Bewaji.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

reports that the news broke on Friday after Bewaji shared a post on Instagram expressing joy over a safe delivery and introducing their newborn son, named Jamal Iremide.

Portable later confirmed the arrival on his own social media page, where he thanked Bewaji and celebrated the newest addition to his family.

Interestingly, the baby was born on the same day Portable suffered a defeat in a celebrity boxing match against Carter Efe, which ended in a unanimous decision in favour of Carter Efe.

Despite the loss in the ring, Portable expressed greater excitement about becoming a father again, saying the moment meant more to him than the fight. He revealed that the child was born while he was still involved in the boxing event.

He wrote: “God bless you more, Omoleye Omobewaji mi. Thanks for making me happy. I have given birth, congratulations to me. I thought I would carry a belt, but I carried my child instead. You can buy a belt with money, but you can’t buy a child.

“While my wife was in labour, I was fighting. She gave birth to a boy. I wanted a third belt for my children; I already have two. I have given birth, you can have the belt.”

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PDP Sets Stage For Key Decisions As NEC Meeting Holds May 4.

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has scheduled Monday, May 4, 2026, for its 103rd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting.

reports that the announcement was made on Saturday via the party’s official social media handle.

The meeting is set for 2:00 pm and is being convened following a resolution passed by a two-thirds majority of NEC members, in accordance with the party’s constitution and internal guidelines.

Attendance is restricted to statutory NEC members only. Those expected at the meeting include PDP governors, members of the party’s National Assembly caucus, Board of Trustees members, state chairmen, and national ex-officio members.

Also invited are former members of the National Working Committee, past governors of the party, principal officers of the National Assembly, and other designated stakeholders within the NEC framework.

According to the party, the meeting will provide an opportunity to assess major issues affecting its structure and future direction, with emphasis on unity, internal reforms, and preparations ahead of the 2027 general elections.

“In accordance with the PDP Constitution, attendance to the 103rd meeting is strictly for statutory members of the National Executive Committee,” the notice stated.

“NEC remains dedicated to the stability, unity and success of the PDP guided by the principles of internal democracy, party discipline, inclusivity of members and the pursuit of the wellbeing of the Nigerian people as we march to victory in the 2027 general elections,” it added.

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Veteran Nollywood Actress Reportedly D!es, Film Industry Thrown Into Mourning

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Veteran Nollywood actress, Oby Kechere, widely recognized for her role as Madam Koi Koi in the 2002 comedy film Aki na Ukwa, has passed away.

reports that news of her death was announced on Saturday by the National President of the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN), Uche Agbo. She was said to have died after a prolonged illness.

According to the statement, she passed on Monday, April 27, 2026.

“It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Madam Cecilia Oby Kechere, Vice Chairman of the DGN Abuja Chapter,” the statement read.

“We were informed yesterday that she passed on Monday, 27th April 2026, after a prolonged illness.

“Madam Cecilia was a graduate of Theatre Arts, University of Ibadan, a committed professional and a valued member of our guild. Her contributions to the growth and unity of the DGN, particularly within the Abuja Chapter, will never be forgotten.

“On behalf of the National Executive Council and the entire DGN family, I extend my deepest condolences to her family, loved ones, and all members of the Abuja Chapter in this difficult time. May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace.”

Kechere, who hailed from Mbaise in Imo State, served as Vice Chairman of the Directors Guild of Nigeria Abuja Chapter and was described by colleagues as a dedicated professional who contributed significantly to the growth of the guild.

She studied Theatre Arts at the University of Ibadan and joined Nollywood in 2001. She gained early recognition through roles in films such as the August Meeting series before rising to wider fame with her comic performance in Aki na Ukwa.

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