Author: Adetutu Audu

Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has suspended the state Commissioner for Special Duties, Auwalu Sankara, pending an investigation into allegations made by the Kano State Hisbah Board. The Board arrested, and detained Auwalu Danladi Sankara, in an uncompleted building allegedly with a married woman. Kano Hisbah Board’s Director General, Abba Sufi, confirmed Sankara’s arrest with the married woman on Friday evening, 18 October, 2024. But the troubled commissioner in a statement issued on Friday night, 18 October, 2024, denied the allegations, describing them as false, baseless, and malicious. He also threatened to take legal actions against those peddling the…

Christian Chukwuka Wigwe, a cousin of the late Herbert Wigwe and former Group Managing Director and CEO of Access Bank, has filed an Affidavit of Truth accusing Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede of taking indirect guardianship and custody of the deceased’s assets and children. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede,according to the affidavit filed at the Lagos High Court Probate Registry, Christian stated that Aig-Imoukhuede, who was a business partner to the deceased, is taking on a role that should rightfully belong to Pastor Shyngle Wigwe, grandfather of the children. The affidavit made available to thegazellenews.com said that from the court document dated October 7, 2024, which…

Tinuade Ladoja, one of the wives of the former Governor of Oyo State and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has died. She died at the age of 71 on Monday, 14 October, 2024, morning after a brief illness. The Media Aide to former Governor Ladoja, Adeola Oloko, confirmed her death. Oloko said, “Yes, it is confirmed. She is dead. May God repose her soul.” Until her demise, Tinuade was an influential member of the Pastor-in-Council of the Celestial Church of Christ, the highest decision-making body of the church. The CCC Ikeja Parish 1 Cathedral, the parish she attended,…

In the wake of the tragic death of Dr. Herbert Wigwe, former Group Managing Director of Access Holdings, a contentious legal battle, is emerging over the execution of his will. Wigwe passed away in a helicopter crash in the United States on February 9, 2024, leaving behind a complex family dynamic now coming to light. Reports indicate that Herbert Wigwe’s parents have filed a caveat at the Probate Registry, seeking to challenge the distribution of his estate as outlined in his will. The caveat was reportedly filed under the direction of Pastor Shyngle Wigwe, Herbert’s father, and supported by an…

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, has lost his son, Faisal Ahmed, to a road crash on the Kaduna-Zaria Highway. A family source who did not confirmed the death of the former Governor’s son, said the deceased was involved in an accident. The accident happened along Kaduna-Zaria highway on Saturday evening, 12 October, 2024. “The accident occurred along the Kaduna-Zaria highway this evening. He was taken to an undisclosed hospital where he was declared dead. His father was at the hospital; his corpse has been conveyed home for burial arrangements,” a source told Daily Trust. A civil engineer…

Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, has lost his 25-year-old daughter, Fatima. This was revealed by the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima who visited him to console the family. Shettima who attended the funeral prayers at the Annur Mosque in Abuja on Friday, 11 October, 2024, prayed for the peaceful repose of Fatima’s soul and asked God to grant the Kyari family the strength to bear the loss. This was made known in a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice President,…

Prince Tajudeen Olusi, Chairman of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), has called on Nigerians to contribute actively to the development of the nation by learning skills and ensuring that their children are engaged in productive activities like farming. Olusi made this statement on Friday, 11 October, 2024, during the 9th Constituency Stakeholders’ Meeting held across all 40 state constituencies in Lagos State, themed “Ensuring Food Security for a Sustainable Future: Youth Participation in Home-Grown Farming.” Addressing the gathering, Olusi emphasized the importance of citizen involvement in the democratic process. He noted that Nigerians should commend the government for its achievements…

Bishop David Olatunji Abioye and Bishop Thomas Aremu, Vice Presidents of the Living Faith Church will be taking their exit out of service in the Liberation Commission also known as the Living Faith Church Worldwide in October 2024. Their exit is based on the rules of the Mandate which is the Constitution or operational manual of the Liberation Commission. According to a recent announcement, Bishop Thomas Aremu’s valedictory service will take place at LFC Basorun, Ibadan, Oyo State on Tuesday, 15 October, 2024. Also according to Church Gist sources, Bishop David Abioye’s valedictory service is scheduled to hold in Lokogoma,…

The former Governor of Oyo State, Rashidi Ladoja, has finally opened up about his impeachment 18 years ago, pointing fingers at former President Olusegun Obasanjo as the mastermind behind his removal. In a recent interview on Fresh FM to celebrate his 80th birthday, Ladoja revealed that Obasanjo was the powerful force responsible for his impeachment, contrary to popular belief that it was orchestrated by the late Alhaji Lamidi Adedibu and his then-deputy, Adebayo Alao-Akala. “You see, some people said it was Akala, it was Adedibu. No, it was not any of them. It was Obasanjo. It was during the time…

US-based celebrity psychiatric doctor, Oluwatooyin Oladejo (Dr Tee Glam) and her Lagos politician hubby, Hon Oluseye Oladejo who broke the internet last year with their big wedding have welcomed their first baby together, according to strong gists from the grapevine. At the first anniversary of their wedding, it was all quiet from the celebrity couple, a development that sent tongues wagging in different directions. However, gists had it that the deliberate silence from the Oladejos is perhaps, to keep things under wraps until they are ready to make another big public statement. Dr Tee Glam has been preoccupied with motherly…

At a glamorous event, tagged Governor’s Commendation & Awards Night, which took place at Marriott Hotel, Ikeja on Monday, 30 September, 2024, Mrs. Anike Adekanye, Tutor General/Permanent Secretary of Education District 2, Maryland, was honoured with the Governor’s Commendation for Institutional Excellence as Most Outstanding Education District in Lagos State. The prestigious recognition came as a result of her tireless efforts toward the development of children and radical implementation of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Awareness programmes in Education District 2, Lagos State. Receiving the award, Mrs. Adekanye expressed heartfelt gratitude to Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, and his amiable wife, Dr Claudiana…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described the former correspondent of The Guardian in the state, Mr. Charles Coffie Gyamfi, as a thoroughbred professional who positively impacted society. Gyamfi died in Abeokuta today, Friday, 13 September, 2024. Abiodun, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Lekan Adeniran, described Gyamfi’s death as a great loss to the journalism profession. He condoled with the family of the deceased as well as the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State chapter, urging them to take solace in the fact that he left an indelible mark as a professional whose name…

A known socialite who is close to many celebrities, Alhaji Suleiman Ganiu Aremu, popularly known as Barryshine, has been arrested by Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). He was arrested on August 26, 2024. The agency said he is a wanted drug baron, who has been under its radar for two years. According to NDLEA, Suleiman who claimed he is into property development and hotel management while he lives in Lagos and Paris, France, is a drug dealer who employs traffickers. He got on the Agency’s watchlist over his alleged role in four foiled attempts to export…

Eight weeks after Lotus Bank reported a staggering loss of N1,134,491,604.31 fraud due to a major system glitch that allowed customers to execute transfers without proper debit instructions on their accountsLotus Bank, the bank is enmeshed in yet another fraud. A staff of the bank, Abdulkarim Arome Mohammed has allegedly defrauded the bank to the tune of N336,993,863.35. In an affidavit sworn by Gbenga Ojerinde, a fraud investigation officer at the bank, and filed by Lagos lawyer Efe Eze-Iyamu, it was revealed that LOTUS Bank discovered suspicious Mudarabah profits paid to customer accounts. A comprehensive review from January 2023 to…

Lagos State Police Command has arrested an 18-year-old boy, Michael Ogbogu, for allegedly blackmailing a teenage girl using her nude pictures. Ogbogu was arrested on Wednesday, 11 September, 2024, after the 17-year-old victim’s family reported the incident. The spokesperson of the command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who confirmed the arrest stated that Ogbogu, a former schoolmate of the victim at Igbo Efon College, Ibeju Lekki, took nude screenshots during a video conversation. “The suspect used the images to demand more nude content, sex, and money from the victim and her parents,” the PPRO said. “The suspect was arrested and he has…

UBA Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is positioning itself at the forefront of Africa’s green revolution, advocating for climate action and a greener future. In a bold move to champion environmental sustainability across Africa, the UBA Foundation has embarked on the 2024 Tree Planting Campaign, with the theme: ‘Our Land: Grooming a Greener Future’, and a commitment to plant one million trees across the continent by 2025. Giving the pledge during this year’s edition of the UBA Foundation Tree Planting for Sustainability Initiative, UBA’s Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Oliver Alawuba, reinforced…

Olukayode Ojo, a 36-year-old Nigerian pilot, is facing a potential five-year prison sentence in Texas, United States, after being found guilty of making false statements to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to obtain a certificate. According to information obtained on Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Jodi Dishman ordered Ojo to remain in custody until his sentencing, following the guilty verdict. U.S. Attorney Robert Troester announced the conviction on Monday, stating on the FAA’s official website that Ojo had been attempting to secure a medical certificate required for piloting a commercial passenger aircraft. His efforts led to his conviction on August 16,…

Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, designer of Nigeria’s national flag has been laid to rest after his family waited in vain for over a year for a state funeral. Despite assurances from the Federal Government, Akinkunmi’s family revealed they were compelled to proceed with the burial as they could no longer afford the daily N2,000 morgue fee required to keep his body. The Oyo State Government eventually provided the necessary funds for the burial, stepping in to support the family in honouring the late national icon. A befitting funeral programme was held in honour of the late Pa Akinwunmi at the Liberty…

Actress and media personality Alex Okoroji, daughter and first child of former President of PMAN and chairman of the Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON), Tony Okoroji has married her partner Eric McGill in the US. Alex and Eric had their wedding on Friday, 30 August, 2024 in the US. The newlyweds shared the good news recently. “We did it Friends and Family. Sharing with you all a few sneak preview from Part 2 of our wedding celebration which happened on my husband, Eric’s birthday on Friday, August 30, 2024 at Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City, Maryland, USA. So grateful…

The ancient town of Isolo, one of the major towns in Aworiland will soon have a new traditional ruler with the selection of Prince Jimmy Adetokunbo Yekini-Goloba by the town’s Kingmakers to ascend the throne of his forefathers, thegazellenews.com can exclusively report. Sources told thegazellenews.com that the choice of Yekini-Goloba was unanimous among the four Kingmakers who screened all the 15 aspirants to the stool. All the four Kingmakers who approved the selected Prince Jimmy Adetokunbo Yekini-Goloba were: Chief Mukaila Adesegun Agbabiaka who leads the Kingmakers and represents Jagun Aluko arm of the Kingmakers; Chief Rahman Mustapha aka Inufele who…