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Despite claims that the contrary, The Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) insists that no money is missing from the student loan program. &nbsp,

According to a recent report, some schools were diverting money from the NELFUND-run program. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offenses Commission (ICPC) launched an investigation into the matter in response to that.

Akintunde Sawyerr, the fund’s Managing Director and CEO, claimed the fund has a current health situation.

“We are all searching for this phony currency,” the statement read. Let me start by being very clear. There hasn’t been any theft. On Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Sawyerr stated that the President made the decision to establish the Nigeria Education Loan Fund in his wisdom and good intentions.

“But let me turn around and just keep correcting this misunderstanding.” No N71 billion is missing, he resisted Sawyerr.

NELFund denies allegations of corruption, and the ICPC makes a statement clear.

He continued, “The funds that we’ve been given are to bridge the gap for those who don’t have the money to get the education.” No money has been lost. There hasn’t been any theft. There were some issues with what transpired at this point, which calls for human intervention.

No money has been missing,” the statement read. There hasn’t been any theft. The NELFUND boss said there might be some issues with what transpires at this point, which would require human intervention.

Some parents and students have complained about delayed payment since the scheme’s inception, and in many cases, the funds haven’t been reaching the beneficiaries.

However, the NELFUND chief claimed that the funds are not being distributed to students.

“Let me correct that misperception here. The students are not reimbursed for the NELFUND account through the schools. The schools receive funding for their tuition or fees at the institution. The instructors are supposed to give students unrestricted access to classes.

He said, “The schools do not disburse to the students, except in cases where the student has already paid their fees, and there has been a double payment.

Dele Farotimi, a human rights lawyer, insists he will support Peter Obi if the former governor of Anambra State runs for president despite claims that 2027 polls distract him. &nbsp,

Farotimi made the comment on Channels Television’s&nbsp, Sunday Politics while he was a guest.

Watch his interview at  .

The prime suspect in the killing of 65-year-old Jane Okoye has been detained by the Lagos State Police Command’s Homicide Section.

The Lagos Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, stated in a statement on Sunday that the incident took place in the South-West state’s Orile Iganmu on April 2, 2025.

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Hundeyin cited a preliminary investigation that revealed Abubakar Iliyasu had allegedly eluded the victim’s Toyota Sienna vehicle and forcibly gained access to her home. The victim later passed away after being discovered unconscious in a medical facility.

A team of homicide detectives immediately took action, using both intelligence and technical resources, to apprehend the suspect and retrieve the stolen property, he added.

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The detectives made good on their efforts, with Iliyasu, the main suspect, being interrogated and detained in Ankpa, Kogi State, who had fled with the deceased’s car and other personal belongings. In the ongoing investigation, the vehicle was recovered in good condition and used as evidence.

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The suspect is currently being detained at the SCID, Yaba, Lagos State, where he assists law enforcement with pertinent information.

Olohundare Jimoh, the police commissioner in Lagos State, assured the public that the suspect would face charges after the investigation was finished.

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the members of the parallel Zamfara State House of Assembly under the factional Speaker, Bashar Aliyu Gummi have rejected and condemned what they described as a politically motivated court order for the arrest of nine lawmakers.

In separate statements issued on Sunday in Gusau, the APC and the factional assembly accused the state government of weaponising the judiciary to intimidate elected representatives for performing their legislative duties and questioning perceived lapses in the executive arm.

According to Yusuf Idris, the APC Publicity Secretary in Zamfara State, the Chief Magistrate Court presided over by Justice Halima Jaafar Mikaila ordered the arrest of the lawmakers without issuing a prior summons or charge, despite the matter being subject to an appeal at the Court of Appeal in Sokoto.

“It is disturbing and embarrassing to see the judiciary being used as a tool to silence lawmakers who are pointing out issues of public concern. We call on Governor Dauda Lawal to end the harassment and engage the aggrieved members in dialogue”, he stated.

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The APC maintained that it would continue to uphold the rule of law and resist any form of political intimidation, especially against members who have raised concerns about insecurity in their constituencies.

Similarly, members of the parallel House of Assembly led by Hon. Bashar Aliyu Gummi decried what they termed “malicious persecution” by the state government.

In a statement signed by Hon. Aliyu Ango Kagara, the lawmakers insisted that they remain legitimate representatives of their constituents and would not be deterred by threats or what they described as “politically twisted legal actions”.

“We are committed to our mandate and the people we represent. No amount of intimidation, including biased court orders or threats to our lives, will stop us”, he stated.

The faction also alleged plans to attack them and their families, claiming they had already alerted security agencies and provided evidence of the threats.

While both parties acknowledge that some efforts had been initiated by past assembly leaders to mediate the crisis, they condemned the state government’s decision to seek an arrest order from a lower court despite ongoing legal proceedings at the appellate level.

Along the Lagos Ojota Expressway, a lorry crushed a pedestrian to death.

The unidentified victim attempted to bypass the designated pedestrian bridge while traveling across the busy Ojota main carriageway.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) issued a severe warning against crossing highways without permission in a statement on Sunday.

Adebayo Taofiq, the lorry driver’s driver, rammed into a Toyota Corolla with the registration number LND 905 HN following preliminary investigations, according to LASTMA Director of Public Affairs and Enlightenment.

Olalekan Bakare-Oki, LASTMA General Manager, stated that the Lagos State Government has made significant investments in pedestrian bridges and that everyone who uses them should use them responsibly.

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Taofiq claimed that LASTMA officers turned over the suspect’s vehicle and vehicle to the Ogudu Police Division for further investigation after apprehending the fugding driver quickly.

In accordance with accepted protocol, the deceased’s body was later handed over to the State Environmental Health Monitoring Unit.

Bakare-Oki expressed condolences to the victim’s family and stressed the importance of using the state-provided pedestrian infrastructure. He described the incident as “tragic and wholly preventable.”

He argued that disregarding the infrastructure requirements set forth for pedestrian safety is “both reckless and unlawful,” putting the offender at risk as well as other road users.

He continued, “Traffic safety protocols are dangerous to both the individual and the general public,” urging “collective vigilance and compliance to prevent further needless tragedies.”

LASTMA urged people to prioritize safety and steer clear of shortcuts that could save lives.

See the following statement in its entirety:

LASTMA ADVOCATES UNCOMPROMISING ADHERENCE TO DESIGNATED PEDESTRIAN OVERPASSES AT OJOTA: A TRAGIC OCCURRENCE.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has issued a harsh warning to the general public, particularly pedestrians, underscoring the necessity for strict rules regarding the use of designated overhead pedestrian bridges.

Following a tragic incident over the weekend when a pedestrian was struck by a lorry while trying to cross the Ojota Expressway without permission on foot, this advisory follows.

The fatal collision, according to preliminary investigations, took place as the lorry was passing the Ojota main carriageway and encountered the pedestrian in violation of crossing rules. The lorry driver lost vehicular control in a futile attempt to flee the scene, colliding with a Toyota Corolla, which was identified by registration number LND 905 HN.

The frightened driver was apprehended and secured by LASTMA personnel who demonstrated commendable efficiency and swiftness. Both were handed over to Ogudu Police Division employees for thorough investigation and appropriate legal action.

LASTMA operatives respectfully transferred the deceased’s remains to officials of the State Environmental Health Monitoring Unit (SEHMU), ensuring due care and dignity in the care of the victim.

Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, the general manager of LASTMA, expressed deep condolences to the deceased’s family, lamenting the incident’s tragic and entirely preventable nature. He reiterated the Authority’s unwavering commitment to maintaining a safe driving culture and protecting human life.

Mr. Bakare-Oki cited the serious risks of traveling through high-speed expressways without designated designated points, calling such behavior reckless and irresponsible. He remarked that ignoring the infrastructure’s requirements for pedestrian safety is both reckless and unlawful.

“Every road user is responsible for using pedestrian bridges responsibly because the Lagos State Government has invested a lot in them.”

He further urged people to follow traffic safety regulations and to follow them in order to prevent further unnecessary tragedies by urging them to be vigilant and adhere to them. He also made a warning that violating them would put an end to both the individual and the general public.

Siminalayi Fubara, the governor of Rivers State, has been defended over the circumstances surrounding the First Lady’s walkout at the RHI/SDG Empowerment Program that was held in Port Harcourt on Friday. Oluremi Tinubu .

RHI claimed that President Bola Tinubu, who was suspended on March 18, had no bearing in the disruption.

Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, claimed that Fubara was the disruption’s mastermind.

Mrs. Tonye Briggs Oniyide’s statement,

The Rivers State Office of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) received a obscene and deceptive statement from the media office of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), which unjustly attempts to juggle Sir Siminalayi Fubara, the governor of Rivers State, with an unfortunate narrative surrounding the RHI/SDG Empowerment Programme held in Port Harcourt on Friday, according to the Rivers State Coordinator.

We might have avoided this political racial snub, but it is crucial to set the record straight for the good of the electorate.

Siminalayi Fubara, the governor, is a strong supporter of the Renewed Hope Initiative and continues to be unwavering in her support of its goals and vision. Despite taking a vacation, the Governor provided full support, both legally and legally, for the success of the recent empowerment program spearheaded by the First Lady, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu.

The Rivers State women’s empowerment program was going smoothly until there was a disruption while Mrs. Theresa Ibas, the wife of the Rivers State Administrator, was giving a speech.

The women in attendance then vehemently opposed her participation, saying that they would prefer not to be addressed by her.

It is patently false to assume that Governor Fubara would sabotage a program he actively supported and funded. According to Mr. Lere Olayinka, these claims are wildly false and appear to be a deliberate attempt to politicize a well-intentioned, non-partisan event.

The Rivers State RHI Office finds it unfortunate that some people choose to use propaganda for political gain rather than appreciating the Governor’s consistent support for women-focused initiatives.

Beyond their political affiliations, rainbow women are renowned for their dignity and unity, and tensions only arise when attempting to impose their will by external political actors.

Rivers State’s RHI/SDG Empowerment Programme was a smashing success. The organization and the event’s outcome were both applauded by everyone involved, including the women who were beneficiaries.

The wife of the Rivers State Administrator delivered the only speech that was interrupted, an issue that was unrelated to the governor or the RHI Office. ”

We therefore urge the general public to disprove the unsupported assertions made by Mr. Olayinka. His assertions are not only baseless, but they also demonstrate a lack of understanding of Rivers State’s values and dynamics.