Author: Adetutu Audu

A former Information Technology (IT) officer at Globus Bank, Idris Babatunde Olayiwola, has dismissed as “baseless” and “untrue”, fraud allegations levelled against him by the bank. Olayiwola in a statement he personally signed and which was released on his X handle on Monday, said contrary to allegations by the bank, he did not hack customers’ accounts or steal their funds during his brief stay at the bank and after his resignation. According to him, while working with Computer Warehouse Group (CWG) in January 2019, he was assigned the Globus Bank Core Banking Application Project. He said, “My team and I…

Stella Okoli, Nigeria’s leading industrialist and Chief Executive Officer of Emzor Pharmaceuticals Industries Limited, is currently in financial mess over alleged multi billion Naira loans obtained from banks. One of the banks, Nova Merchant Bank Limited has filed a winding-up petition before a Federal High Court sitting in Lagos, against, Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries seeking to recover a loan of N6.205 billion granted the firm. The suit marked: FHC/L/CP/1044/2024 has been assigned to Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke. Listed as respondents in the suit are: Central Securities Clearing System Plc, Access Bank Plc, Ecobank Nigeria Limited, Citi Bank Plc, Fidelity Bank Plc, First…

The Nigeria Police said it would probe an allegation by a popular Nollywood actor, Lawori, against a chieftain of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, Ganiyu Oyedepo, popularly known as Koko Zaria, involving an attack in which the former suffered a wound to his head. This was disclosed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Monday. The actor, in a video shared early Monday by an X user, Oyindamola, tweeting as #dammiedammie35, narrated how a bottle of alcoholic drink was smashed on his head at the 2024 Idimu Day event held last Tuesday, June 25, 2024. According…

A viral photo circulating on social media showing a man with a bloody back and wounds has been debunked as false by PRNigeria’s fact-check team. The photo was claimed to be that of a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member brutally attacked in Kaura Namoda, Zamfara State. However, investigations revealed that the photo is a special effect created by a makeup artist in 2014 and has no connection to the alleged incident. The fact-check team found that a similar incident occurred in 2017, but the photo accompanying that incident is different from the one currently circulating. The NYSC management had…

The Zamfara State Government’s claim that the newly appointed Permanent Secretary, Dr. Maryam Keshinro Ismaila, is not an indigene of the state has been debunked by a fact-check investigation conducted by PRNigeria. The investigation, which involved verifying Dr. Keshinro’s bio-data and obtaining letters from the Tsafe Emirate Council and other credible sources, confirms that she is indeed an indigene of Tsafe Local Government in Zamfara State. The Zamfara State Government had written to the Head of Service of the Federation, claiming that Dr. Keshinro did not meet the eligibility criteria for the position of Permanent Secretary due to her alleged…

Award-winning Afro-dancehall singer and songwriter, Patrick Nnaemeka Okorie aka Patoranking and his foundation,has constructed a modernized football turf for young and promising footballers in his hood, Ebute Meta, Lagos , Nigeria. The beautifully constructed turf was officially opened on Saturday, 28 June, 2024. The singer and his football team which included his friends: Zlatan Ibile, Poco Lee, Yhemo Lee, were present. Commenting, the ‘celebrate me’ crooner said he built the turf from a place of love to unite his community because God has blessed him and he bless his people. “Today marks a significant milestone for me,my team and my…

A Maryland couple died recently while completing the hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia amid extreme heat. Alieu Wurie, 71, and Isatu Wurie, 65, of Bowie, Maryland, were among the more than 1,300 people who died during the pilgrimage as temperatures exceeded 120F (48.9C). Devout Muslims, the Wuries had been preparing for the religious pilgrimage together, the Washington Post reported. But relatives say that Ehajj and Umrah Tours, the Maryland-based tourist company with whom the couple traveled, failed to protect them amid extreme temperatures. The company did not have hajj certifications and lacked transportation and accommodations for the Wuries, even though…

Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, Minister of Women Affairs, has filed a defamation of character lawsuit against Kafilat Ogbara, a member of the House of Representatives representing Kosofe Federal Constituency, reports thegazellenews.com Ogbara is Chairman of the House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development. Speaking in an interview with Arise Television on June 5, Ogbara claimed that there are “many petitions” against Kennedy-Ohanenye and that the lower chamber is investigating the minister. The Minister had been invited to appear before the house committee on public procurement and the panel on women affairs and social development. Reacting to Ogbara’s remarks, the minister denied…

The CEO of Oasis of Faith Intercontinental Limited and President of the Christian Tourism Practitioners Association of Nigeria (CTPAN), Rev. Dr. Israel Kristilere, has lamented the maltreatment he suffered at Cairo Tarmac during a stopover on his pilgrimage to Israel. Kristilere, narrating his experience on the events of April 30th, 2024, when he and 27 pilgrims, were en route to Israel during a four-hour layover in Cairo, said: “Myself and another first-class passenger were resting in the lounge. Around midnight, when I observed that boarding has commenced, yet my group remained seated. Upon inquiry, I learnt they had instructed us…

A formidable member of Penpushing platform, Dr Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi has been nominated for the United Nations Spotlight Initiative Global Reference Group in recognition of her immense dedication to the cause of women’s rights in Africa. Spotlight Initiative is a European Union and United Nations Secretary-General Flagship Initiative, a global partnership to eliminate violence against women and girls, working across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, and the Pacific. The nominee who is the Founder, Women Advocates Research and Documentation Center (WARDC), and Director Center for Human Rights University of Lagos, is also a staunch gender rights advocate and law lecturer…

Former Konga CEO, Nick Imudia has reportedly committed suicide, reports thegazellenews.com Nick Imudia was a former Chief Executive Officer (CEO), of Konga, one of Nigeria’s e-commerce giants.He reportedly committed suicide in his home. Nick allegedly committed suicide on the night of Tuesday, 25 June, 2024, by jumping from the balcony of his Lekki apartment in Lagos.He was until his death, the CEO of D.light, a leading innovator in the distribution and financing of residential solar energy solutions and transformational household products.He was reported to have called his US-based brother before making the fatal jump.He allegedly gave instructions to his brother…

The Chairman of the United Bank for Africa (UBA), Tony Elumelu and other eminent Nigerians on Tuesday graced the 20th anniversary Lecture and prize-giving ceremony of Bridge House College (BHC), Ikoyi, Lagos. The colourful event held at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos, was also attended by the First Lady of Ogun State, Mrs Bamidele Abiodun; wife of the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Mrs. Oluremi Hamzat and the wife of former Governor of Cross Rivers State, Mrs Onari Duke. There were also the founder/Executive Director, Swisstrade Limited, Companies, Dr. Mike Ezeaju; Lagos State Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Tolani Sule; Executive…

Nigerian Music sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido has released new sound track ‘Ogechi’ ahead of his wedding on Tuesday, 25 June, 2024. The singer had shared stunning pre-wedding picture on Sunday, 23 June, 2024, raising fans’ anticipation. In order to raise the bar, Davido took to his Instagram handle on Monday to share a clip of his new release with Boypee, Hyce, and Brown Joel. The 30BG leader also shared a picture of the pre-released song, “Ogechi” with a caption, “Igbo Kwenu!!!. 12 am Tomorrow, Anyi Apuo.” This would not be the first time Davido is releasing a…

In anticipation of their big day, Chioma’s best girls planned her a surprise bridal shower and it was everything! She walked into a fully decorated venue and the joy on her face was unmistakable! Love, fun and laughter were the order of the day as Chioma and her girls celebrated this lovely moment. From Iyanya and Wurld’s special performances to heart-felt speeches from her girls and then the sweet loving from her boo, Davido. In a video, Chioma was seen dancing and enjoying herself as she was serenaded by Iyanya. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8l_mfUIJOl/?igsh=YWdlcHNkNmhseXpw She wore a crown and a sash that read…

The Management of The Punch newspapers has removed the editors for both its daily and weekend titles through a resignation order. Thegazellenews.com gathered that Tunji Abioye, and Samson Folarin have been asked to immediately step in after the resignation order that affected Dayo Oketola, and others. A former staff of the newspaper, Friday Olokor, who shared the news on Facebook, added that the order by the management has created tension in the newsroom. “Tension in PUNCH, mgt asks Daily, Weekend Editors to resign! TUNJI ABIOYE, SAMSON FOLARIN step in,” Olokor wrote.

Music sensation, Ikuforijimi Olaitan Abdulrahman popularly known as Oxlade, has been dragged before a High Court of Lagos, for allegedly leaking a sex tape of romantic actions that occurred between him and his ‘lady friend’. Oxlade was alleged to have also granted interviews on and and released the sex tape on several social media and blogs, despite a court judgment, restraining him from doing so. Consequently, the Claimant in the suit numbered LD/ADR/5468/2024, Miss. John Blessing, through her lawyer, Olabisi O. Oluwafemi, is urging the court for the following reliefs against Oxlade: “a declaration that the interview granted and published…

Nigerian award-winning singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has dragged Sophia Momodu, mother of his first child, Imade, to court, seeking custody of the daughter. In an originating motion filed by his lawyers, Dr Olaniyi Arije, Okey Barrah and others, at the Lagos State High Court, dated Wednesday, 17 April, 2024, Davido is praying the court for “an order granting joint custody of Miss Imade Adeleke to the applicant.” In the alternative, the singer prayed to the court for “an order granting to the applicant unfettered and unrestricted access to Miss Imade.” The suit, marked LD/1587PMC/2024, has as applicant,…

Dr. Adetola Ariyike Salau,Kwara State Gov SA on education has officially launched the STEAM UP Kwara initiative, an ambitious programme aimed at revolutionizing science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) education in Kwara State. Building on the success of the “STEM UP Lagos” initiative, which she spearheaded as Senior Special Adviser on Education to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Dr. Salau’s new programme in Kwara State is designed to empower students and youth with essential skills for the future. The unveiling took place during the educational event titled “The Girl Child and Advancement in STEM,” in partnership with the Association of Professional…

Popular comedians like AY Makun, Seyi Law, and MC Lively were among the personalities who attended the dedication ceremony of Atunyota Akpobome, also known as Ali Baba’s triplets. Thegazellenews.com gathered that the event took place on Sunday, 4 May, 2024. It brought together Ali Baba’s friends, family, and professional acquaintances. The dedication started with a church service at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Christ The Lord Central Parish in Lekki. The service was followed by a reception at an event centre on Hakeem Dickson Street in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos. Other guests at the event included: Chigul, Bunmi…

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA), held the second edition of its expanded Graduate Management Acceleration Programme (GMAP) class of 2024, where 398 young Africans were inducted into the UBA Tribe after a rigorous six-month hands-on-work and learning experience. The event, which was held in a grand ceremony in Eko Hotel, Lagos on Thursday, 2 May, 2023, was graced by esteemed guests, the UBA management, faculty members, mentors, and the graduating class. The graduands are from six African countries: Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroun, Kenya, Tanzania and Zambia. Addressing the gathering, UBA’s Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, who congratulated all the…