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EFCC denies keeping Shehu Sani in underground cell

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied former Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani’s allegation of putting suspects in undergound cells.

The Zonal Office Head of the anti-graft agency, Aminu Aliyu, who took newsmen round the EFCC facility said undergound cells does not exist in the building. He also alleged that suspects prefer coming back to the cells after arraignment in court than being taken to prison.

He said;

“AS YOU CAN SEE FOR YOURSELF, WE DO NOT HAVE UNDERGROUND CELLS HERE. MOST OF THE SUSPECTS BEGGED THE JUDGES TO BE TAKEN BACK HERE BECAUSE OF THE FACILITY ON GROUND.

“THEY EAT NORMAL FOOD AND THREE TIMES A DAY, WE HAVE A CLINIC HERE WHERE DETAINEES ARE FIRST TREATED IN CASE OF EMERGENCY.

“IF ANYONE OF YOU THINKS ALL THESE HAVE BEEN ARRANGED, YOU ARE WELCOME TO COME AT ANYTIME YOU CHOSE, TO SPEND TIME WITH US AND SEE FOR YOURSELF.

“IF YOU WANT TO VISIT ANY OF OUR FACILITIES ACROSS THE COUNTRY, YOU DON’T NEED TO GIVE US PRIOR NOTICE OF YOUR COMING. YOU CAN EVEN ARRANGE IT AS A GROUP OF REPORTERS IF YOU DON’T WANT TO COME ALONE.”

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Ayo Adebanjo, leader of Afenifere, dies at 96

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Ayo Adebanjo, the national leader of Afenifere, the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, has died at the age of 96.

A statement by his family said Adebanjo died on the morning of Friday, February 14, at his residence in Lekki, Lagos state.

“He died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025, at his Lekki, Lagos Nigeria home at the age of 96,” the statement reads.

“We will forever cherish his commitment to fighting for truth, equity, and justice. His belief and struggle for a truly independent and progressive Nigeria was total, and this he fought for until he breathed his last breath.”

The family said discussions about the funeral is ongoing, adding that arrangements will be announced in due course.

The statement was signed on behalf of the family by Ayotunde Atteh (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), Adeola Azeez (nee Ayo-Adebanjo), and Obafemi Ayo-Adebanjo.

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NIPOST seeks partnership with Lagos government to boost e-commerce in Nigeria

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The Nigeria Postal Service (NIPOST) has said it is working on a close partnership with the Lagos State Government to boost e-commerce in the state.

The Postmaster-General/Chief Executive Officer of NIPOST, Ms. Tola Odeyemi stated this on Wednesday during a courtesy visit to the State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

According to her, a partnership with Lagos State would enable the Service to optimize last-mile delivery and ensure seamless connectivity within the city and across the nation.

“The e-commerce sector is rapidly expanding, and Lagos is at the forefront of this growth. Through enhanced postal and logistics services, we aim to support small businesses and individuals participating in e-commerce,” she stated.

While noting that one of her primary goals, as the Postmaster-General, is to foster strategic partnerships that would enhance the efficiency and relevance of NIPOST’s services in a rapidly evolving world, the NIPOST boss said:

“I see Lagos State as a critical partner in achieving this vision, given its status as the economic hub of Nigeria.”

Odeyemi said the courtesy visit to Governor Sanwo-Olu shows the importance of partnership in governance and service delivery, saying NIPOST is ready to collaborate with the Lagos State Government to drive innovation, boost economic development, and enhance public service delivery.

She also praised the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration for several programs held in December that attracted many people in the diaspora to travel to Lagos for ‘Detty December.’

Speaking earlier, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu charged the Postmaster-General to challenge the status quo for a sustainable change for today and future needs.

He urged the Nigerian Postal Service to use technology as an enabler to enhance the ease of doing business in Lagos State and Nigeria.

The Governor also reiterated the commitment of the Lagos State Government to collaborate with the NIPOST office service centres to improve its physical spaces and enhance e-commerce as well as the movement and sales of goods.
“You and your team need to think outside of the box make a difference and revamp NIPOST. Don’t be shy about challenging the status quo.

“Don’t be shy about saying you want to change what you met because the people who created those things several years ago did what was obtainable then. If you want an organisation that will meet today’s and future needs, change is a reality,” Governor Sanwo-Olu advised the Postmaster-General.

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Senator Ifeanyi Ubah dies at 52

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The Senator representing Anambra South in the National Assembly, Ifeanyi Ubah, is dead.

Ubah, who was the Chief Executive Officer of Capital Oil, was said to have died in a hotel in London, the United Kingdom, on Saturday.

He would have been 53 on September 3.

Senate spokesperson, Yemi Adaramodu, confirmed Ubah’s death to our correspondent on Saturday.

He said, “It’s confirmed, but I am sending an official statement soon.”

Ubah, who was re-elected into the 10th Senate under the Young Peoples Party, had last year defected to the All Progressive Congress.

In September 2022, Ubah escaped assassination when he was attacked by gunmen on his way to Nnewi in Enugwu-Ukwu in Anambra State.

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