Adefowora Abiodun, one of the alleged promoters of the CBEX investment scheme, who voluntarily surrendered to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in April following a ruling by Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja is still languishing in the net of the anti-corruption agency. Concerned Nigerians who have been following the matter, have therefore urged the EFCC to release him unconditionally, since he honoured their invitation without being arrested. The court had approved the EFCC’s request to arrest and detain six individuals connected to the scheme, including Abiodun. Alongside Abiodun, five other individuals: Adefowora Oluwanisola, Emmanuel Uko, Seyi Oloyede, Avwerosuo Otorudo, and Chukwuebuka Ehirim were declared wanted by the EFCC for their involvement in the alleged fraudulent investment scheme, which was valued at over $1 billion. The EFCC’s legal counsel, Fadila Yusuf, had submitted evidence that led to their public declaration as w...
Eid-el-Kabir: First Aare Borokini of Ifo-Land greets Muslims, urges Nigerians to embrace love, sacrifice
The First Aare Borokini of Ifo-Land, Hon. (Dr) Abeeb Balogun, has extended warm greetings to Muslims and all Nigerians on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir 2025. In a statement issued to newsmen today, June 6, 2025, Aare Borokini, who was conferred with the title on May 17, 2025, by HRM Oba Samuel Atanda Oladipo (JP), the Olu of Ifo-Land, emphasized the need for love, selflessness, and devotion to God. Also the first Asiwaju of Ila-Orogun, Dr. Balogun described Eid-el-Kabir as a sacred festival that commemorates the obedience and sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim (AS). He urged Nigerians to reflect on the values the celebration represents humility, unity, compassion, and service to humanity. “This sacred season calls for deep reflection, gratitude, and a renewed commitment to nation building,” he said. “We pray that Allah (SWT) accepts our worship, grants us His mercy, and strengthens the spirit of unity across our land.” He further urged leaders at all levels to prioritize the welfare of ci...