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Ex-Aviation Minister Stella Oduah Faces ₦2.4 Billion Fraud Trial In Abuja.

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The Federal Government has arraigned former Aviation Minister, Princess Stella Adaeze Oduah, alongside Gloria Odita, at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Maitama, Abuja, over alleged fraud, obtaining money by false pretence, and criminal breach of trust.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to reports, the charges allege that in January 2014, Oduah and Odita conspired to illegally secure a total of ₦2.469 billion from the Federal Ministry of Aviation through Broad Waters Resources Nigeria Ltd and Global Offshore Marine Ltd under fraudulent claims.

The prosecution outlined that the defendants presented the funds as payments for “Cost of Technical Supervision” and “Security Integrated and Logistics Support Services,” which were falsely represented. These allegations fall under Sections 8(a) and 1(1)(a) of the Advance Fee Fraud Act.

Specifically, the first charge claims the defendants sought ₦839.78 million on January 13, 2014, for “Cost of Technical Supervision,” while the second charge alleges that on February 12, 2014, they obtained ₦1.629 billion under the guise of “Security Integrated and Logistics Support Services.”

Further charges accuse Oduah, in her ministerial role, of misappropriating funds allocated for a contract with 1-Sec Security Nigeria Ltd by authorizing transfers that violated her official trust, in breach of Sections 311 and 315 of the Penal Code.

Both defendants pleaded not guilty to all five counts when the charges were read in court. Their legal representatives, Chief Onyechi Ikpeazu, SAN, for Oduah, and Wale Balogun, SAN, for Odita, applied for bail. Ikpeazu argued that Oduah voluntarily returned from the United States to comply with court directives and had previously been on administrative bail with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

The Attorney-General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, representing the prosecution, did not oppose bail but urged the court to set a firm trial date, noting that the defendants had been served with the charges since November 27, 2025.

Justice Hamza Muazu granted bail on self-recognition, ordering both defendants to deposit their international passports with the court.


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THE ULTIMATE PRAISE: Mourinho Drops Jaw-Dropping ‘Incredible’ Verdict After Mbappé’s Epic Hat-Trick!.

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Real Madrid manager José Mourinho lauded Kylian Mbappé as “incredible” following the French forward’s hat-trick performance in a victory against Real Sociedad. In post-match remarks to Real Madrid’s official website, Mourinho characterized the 27-year-old’s performance level as “stratospheric” and highlighted his strong drive to cement his legacy at the Santiago Bernabéu. Describing Mbappé’s multifaceted impact, the coach emphasized that the player does not merely wait for service in front of goal; rather, he drops deep to generate chances, links up effectively with teammates—such as executing a one-two with Jude Bellingham—and contributes heavily to the team’s overall build-up play, complementing a collective team effort that Mourinho noted is crucial even when coaching elite talent.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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THE ULTIMATE SHOCKWAVE: Okoya’s Son Drops Bombshell And Quits Music Forever!.

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Nigerian Afrobeats artist Raheem Okoya—son of renowned industrialist Rasaq Okoya—announced on Wednesday via Instagram that he is stepping away from professional music release. What initially started as a casual hobby and bonding activity with friends evolved into a professional career featuring major performances and recognition from childhood idols. However, over the past year, balancing music with his other obligations became increasingly difficult. Stating that he could no longer provide the craft with the required patience and dedication, he chose to make a professional exit.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

While the “Siraheem music” era is wrapping up—just months after the May 1, 2026 release of his eight-track debut project, By The Order Of The City—Raheem noted that he plans to channel his creativity into new ventures. He added that music remains therapeutic for him, leaving open the possibility that his unreleased album might eventually see the light of day. Since beginning his professional music journey around 2022, he built an audience through tracks like Bad Bitch Syndrome, Kowope, SOWETO, and TRU$T FUND.

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THE ULTIMATE SHOCKWAVE: Tinubu Orders Massive NFF Overhaul In High-Stakes Directives!

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mandated a thorough restructuring of Nigerian football, citing ongoing struggles and failure to qualify for major international tournaments. In a Thursday statement issued through Special Adviser on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga, the President emphasized that despite advancements in other sports following the re-establishment of the National Sports Commission (NSC), football continues to suffer from deep-seated structural deficits in governance, administration, and accountability.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

To execute this overhaul, Tinubu instructed NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko to collaborate with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) secretariat on a wide-ranging consultative process, while stressing the necessity of coordinating with FIFA and CAF to avert any penalties related to government interference. This presidential directive closely follows the resignations of NFF President Ibrahim Gusau and General Secretary Muhammad Sanusi.

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