Day: January 29, 2025

Max Air’s Operations Suspended by NCAA for Three Months After Kano Incident

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The Federal Government, via the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has suspended Max Air’s domestic flight operations following a tire burst incident involving one of its Boeing 737-400 aircraft (registration number 5N-MBD) at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at approximately 10:51 p.m. The aircraft, carrying 53 passengers, experienced the tire burst upon landing. While all passengers were safely evacuated, the incident caused a temporary grounding of the aircraft and the closure of the runway until approximately 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday. This incident marks the third…

BREAKING: Court Dismisses Defamation Suit Against Farotimi

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A defamation and cybercrime suit brought against human rights lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has been dismissed by the Federal High Court in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital. The IGP had initiated the lawsuit last year, alleging that Farotimi’s comments in his book, “Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System,” defamed legal luminary Aare Afe Babalola SAN. The suit centered around Farotimi’s critique of the Nigerian legal system and its interaction with powerful figures.   At the resumed hearing on Wednesday, the…

7 Shocking Mistakes That Are Raising Your Electricity Bill

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Many Nigerians are struggling with rising electricity bills, often wondering why their costs increase month after month. While various factors contribute to electricity pricing, many consumers unknowingly engage in habits that significantly inflate their energy consumption. Identifying and correcting these common mistakes is key to reducing energy usage and lowering your bills. Here’s a detailed look at seven frequent culprits: The Phantom Drain of Plugged-In Appliances: A common misconception is that turning off an appliance completely eliminates its energy draw. In reality, many devices continue to consume small amounts of…

NSCDC: Three Personnel Arrested for Kidnapping, Previously Dismissed

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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) issued a statement on Wednesday clarifying the status of three individuals arrested for kidnapping, banditry, and arms supply. The NSCDC confirmed that these individuals, though previously members of the corps, were dismissed from service in 2023. The arrests in question occurred in October 2022, and the subsequent dismissal demonstrates the NSCDC’s commitment to addressing misconduct within its ranks. The agency emphasized that these former personnel acted independently and their actions do not reflect the values or practices of the NSCDC. The recent…

Court adjourns Yahaya Bello’s N80.2bn fraud trial to April 3

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Ex-Kogi Gov, Yahaya Bello Released From Prison After Allegedly Meeting Bail Conditions

The trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, on charges of N80.2 billion fraud, has been adjourned until April 3rd by a Federal High Court in Abuja. This decision followed the commencement of witness testimony presented by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bello is facing a 19-count charge encompassing allegations of money laundering, breach of trust during his governorship, and misappropriation of public funds. At Wednesday’s hearing, the EFCC called its first witness, Fabian Nwora, a property developer and chairman of Efab Properties Nigeria Limited. Nwora testified…