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Weekly Roundup: Eagles Soar, Ekiti Grapples with Banditry, Army Strifes

Here’s a recap of the major news stories from January 28 to February 3, 2024:

1. Nigerian Army Allegations: Lance Corporal Philomena Nnamoko revealed her regret for joining the Army, citing harassment and denial of medical care. Ruth Ogunleye previously alleged sexual harassment. Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, issued a directive for officers to refrain from commenting on the allegations.

2. Ekiti Double Tragedy: Two Ekiti monarchs were killed—Elesun of Esun-Ekiti, Oba David Ogunsakin, and Onimojo of Omojola-Ekiti, Oba Olatunde Olusola. Another group kidnapped 25 students and four staff members. The abductors later demanded a reduced ransom of N15 million.

3. “Religious Sect” Money Laundering: The EFCC traced N7 billion linked to a religious sect’s account, allegedly laundering money for terrorists. The religious sect is neither a church nor a mosque but a “religious sect.”

4. Ogun Banker’s Vanishing Act: Missing Ogun banker, Olumide Openaike, staged his abduction over a debt of N1.7 million. He diverted bank funds for personal use, leading to depression. Openaike was found in Niger State.

5. Eagles Soar, Antelopes Weep: Super Eagles defeated Angola 1-0 in the AFCON quarterfinals, securing a spot in the semi-finals. Ademola Lookman scored the winning goal. The match was dedicated to the late Samuel Okwaraji.

6. Billionaire Takes FBN: Femi Otedola appointed chairman of First Bank of Nigeria Holdings’ board of directors, replacing Ahmad Abdullahi. Otedola owns almost 5.65% of FBN Holdings Plc.

7. Rivers: Crisis Infinity: Governor Siminalayi Fubara appointed Edison Ehie, a former factional Speaker facing arrest warrants, as Chief of Staff. A court restraining order prevents Ehie’s arrest.

8. Household of David Fire: The Household of David Church’s auditorium in Ikeja caught fire due to overheating, damaging church furnishings.

These stories highlight a week of diverse and impactful events across Nigeria.

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