Author: Starnews NG

Operatives of the Makurdi Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 15 suspected internet fraudsters in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, FCT. They were arrested in Amax Apartment, Guzape, following credible intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities. Items recovered from them include a Toyota Highlander with customized registration number (BORNO AAA) and…

The Court of Appeal in Ibadan has confirmed Oba Ghandi Olaoye as the rightful Soun of Ogbomoso. This decision overturns an earlier ruling that had nullified his appointment. On Tuesday, a three-member panel led by Justice Yargata Nimpar ruled in favor of Oba Olaoye on all 10 grounds of appeal. The case had originated from…

Chief Edwin Clark, a former federal commissioner of information and a respected leader of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), has passed away at the age of 97. Born on May 25, 1927, in Kiagbodo, Delta State, he dedicated his life to public service, holding key positions at local, state, and federal levels. Clark was a…

By Bayero Ade Edwin Clark, the former Federal Commissioner for Information and a leading figure in the South-South region, has passed away at the age of 97. In a statement issued by the Clark-Fuludu Bekederemo family of Kiagbodo Town, Delta State, it was confirmed that Clark died on Monday night, February 17, 2025. The statement,…

Nigerian musician Davido has publicly retracted his earlier criticism of the Osun State Commissioner of Police, Mohammed Abba, following violent clashes in the state. Initially, Davido had accused the police of failing to act during the unrest caused by attempts from ousted local government chairmen to reclaim their positions despite a court ruling removing them…

Airtel Nigeria, the country’s second-largest telecommunications provider, has adjusted its data and call tariffs, with some data plans experiencing up to a 50% increase. According to Afripost, The updated pricing details were published on the company’s website on Monday. The price revision, which affects various data bundles, reflects the growing financial strain on telecom operators…

President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja following his participation in the 38th African Union Summit held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He and his wife, Oluremi, arrived at the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport, where they were welcomed at the presidential wing. Earlier, they left Bole Addis Ababa International Airport at 4:00 PM local time. The…

By Miracle Ogunde Following the death of some people, the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in the state. However, the state government has rejected the call by opposition party who accused the APC of targeting to achieve their demand by deliberately causing mayhem in…

Resident doctors at the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan have commenced an indefinite strike due to ongoing power supply issues in some of their residential quarters. According to Top newspaper, The decision was confirmed on Monday by the General Secretary of the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) at UCH, Dr. Uthman Adedeji. The strike…