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...
On behalf of the highly revered Fagorola family and friends, I felicitate you on attaining the remarkable age of 100 years, Baba. A century is more than a milestone — it is a living testimony of grace, resilience, and service to God, to Yorubaland, and to Nigeria. Your life is a rare gift to our generation and to Nigeria. Through decades of service, you have embodied steadfastness, integrity, and an unshakable commitment to the ideals of justice, fairness, and true federalism. You have seen our nation’s history unfold and, more importantly, you have helped shape it with quiet courage and moral clarity. At 100, you stand not only as an elder statesman but as a living library of wisdom and a shinning light for those of us who seek to lead with principle. Your example reminds us that leadership is not about power, but about sacrifice, consistency, and service to the people. You have walked through the pages of our history with quiet courage, unwavering principle, and a commitm...