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EFCC Gives Reasons for Freezing Osun State Government Account

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has placed a Post No Debit order on the bank accounts of the Osun State Government over alleged fraudulent handling of public funds to the tune of N11 billion. In a press statement released on Wednesday, the Commission said the action became necessary following suspicious movements of funds from state accounts since August 2, 2026. According to the EFCC, it has been investigating the Osun State Government since March 2026 regarding the alleged mismanagement of Ecology Funds, Intervention Funds, and Federal Account Allocation Committee, FAAC, allocations.  The Commission disclosed that some officials of the state government, including the Accountant General, have been invited for questioning as part of the ongoing probe. "The Commission noticed huge transfers of funds into different corporate entities and had to swiftly halt the trend by freezing the accounts from which such heavy funds are being moved," the statement read. T...

30 Years Remembrance of Pa J K Fagorola

– As Goke Williams Celebrates His Legacy – Describes Him as Formidable Business Magnate Today makes it exactly 30 years Pa J K Fagorola left this sinful world. One of the departed grandchildren, Goke Williams, on behalf of the family, celebrates Pa Fagorola's enduring legacy. In his words: "I am privileged to have known you before your ascension to glory. You were a formidable business magnate, a legacy that lives on in your lineage. Papa, you embodied love and care in its truest form. Calm, composed, and collected, your virtues of diligence, integrity, and transparency will continue to inspire not only us, your children, grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, but also those fortunate enough to have crossed paths with you in your lifetime.  "I vividly recall, as a young university graduate, my first video jingle advertisement on OSRC TV, which was dedicated to commemorating the remembrance of your illustrious departure — a tradition my father, Pa (Hon) William Faye...

Ondo Guber Candidate Dies

  This is revealed in a press statement signed by Oyeniyi Iwakun, the Personal Assistant & Media Adviser to the deceased. PRESS STATEMENT September 3, 2025 Passing of Otunba Bamidele Akingboye (OBA) With deep sorrow and a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our father, brother, mentor, and leader, Otunba Bamidele Akingboye (OBA), CEO of Benshore Maritime, CEO of Clog Oil Systems, President of WeAfrica Group, the Olowomeye I of Ikaleland, and the Social Democratic Party (SDP) Governorship Candidate in the 2024 Gubernatorial Elections. Otunba Akingboye passed away earlier today at his residence in Victoria Garden City (VGC), Lagos. He was a man of unwavering integrity, an accomplished businessman, philanthropist, visionary leader, and community builder who lived a fulfilled and purposeful life. He is survived by his wives, children, grandchildren, and siblings. Burial arrangements and further details will be communicated in due course. Signed: Oyeniyi Iwakun Personal Assistan...