Category: Crime
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General Hydrocarbons Limited Vs. First Bank of Nigeria: The Facts, Half-Truths, and Fiction
General Hydrocarbons Limited (GHL) has disputed First Bank of Nigeria’s (FBN) claim of a $225 million loan, stating that the relationship between the two companies is a project finance agreement, not a normal commercial loan. According to a press statement released by GHL, the company was approached by FBN to finance the exploration, development, and…
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Evolving Security Challenges: President Tinubu Directs Armed Forces, Security And Intelligence Agencies To Harmonize Operations
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces, Security and Intelligent Agencies to harmonize their operations and adopt a whole of society approach in combating evolving Security challenges. Mr. President underscored the critical importance of joint security operational effectiveness in tackling Nigeria’s emerging security challenges. President Tinubu who was represented by the Honourable Minister…
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Defence Minister to Amaechi: Desist from Inciting Violence or Face Consequences
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, H.E Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has condemned former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, for inciting violence and unrest among Nigerians. Amaechi’s remarks, made at a recent conference in Abuja, suggested that politicians must “steal, maim, and kill” to remain in power. Dr. Matawalle described Amaechi’s statement as “reckless and…
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BREAKING: GHL Floors First Bank In Court As Justice Dipeolu Sets Aside Freezing Orders
….Judge Says First Bank Suppressed Relevant Facts To Secure Order In a landmark victory for General Hydrocarbons Limited, the Federal High Court in Lagos has set aside an order of Mareva injunction freezing the assets of the company and its directors. The court, while upholding the arguments of GHL’s counsel, Abiodun Layonu, SAN held that …
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Alleged Contract Breach: How First Bank’s Reckless Actions Sparked Crisis, Endangered 93 Lives on Oil Rig – GHL Reveals
A recent statement by General Hydrocarbons Limited (GHL) has exposed a shocking incident involving First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) that put the lives of 93 people, including foreign nationals at risk on an oil rig. The incident occurred on October 7, 2023, when the drilling rig Blackford Dolphin ran out of fuel, food, water, and…
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New Permanent Secretary Amb. Dauda Vows to Elevate Ministry of Defence to New Heights
The Ministry of Defence has welcomed a new Permanent Secretary, Ambassador Gabriel Tanimu Aduda, who has pledged to build upon the achievements of his predecessor, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana. The handover ceremony, which took place at Ship House, Abuja, marked the beginning of a new era for the ministry. Ambassador Aduda, who brings a wealth…
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Matawalle Seeks Increased Funding For Defence Health Services As Nigeria, US Deepen Partnership
In a significant move to bolster Defence Health Services, the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Muhammad Bello Matawalle MON, met with a U.S. delegation led by Dr. David Smith, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defence for Health. The meeting, which took place on Friday, December 20, 2024, focused on enhancing the existing collaboration…
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Enugu Police Dismantle Interstate Armed Robbery Syndicate, Arrest 8 Suspects
The Enugu State Police Command has achieved a significant breakthrough in its fight against crime, dismantling an interstate criminal syndicate involved in armed robbery and financial fraud. This success was made possible through a series of coordinated operations conducted by the Emene Police Division, Crack and Octopus Tactical Squads, and the Neighbourhood Watch Group. According…
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Border Communities’ Dilemma: Dr. Okey Ezugwu Urges Balanced Approach to Immigration Enforcement in Nigeria
At the recent 2024 Immigration Law and Policy Conference organized by the Nigerian Immigration Lawyers Association (NILA) at the Janada International Centre for Arbitration and Mediation (JICAM), Dr. Okey James Ezugwu, a retired Assistant Comptroller-General of Immigration Service and Founder/Executive Director of the Asylum and Refugee Rights Advocacy Foundation (ARRA), delivered a compelling presentation on…
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With Commitment And Resilience We’ll Defeat Banditry and Terrorism, Defence Minister Badaru Charges Airforce
The Honourable Minister of Defence H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar CON mni has called on the Nigerian Airforce to intensify the use of their various platforms to bring an end to banditry and terrorism. According to the Minister, “you are key to this this fight and we must put our acts together on your active component…
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