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PRESIDENT TINUBU MEETS FBI DIRECTOR, CALLS FOR STRONGER COLLABORATION TO FIGHT CYBERCRIME AND TERRORISM

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1 year ago

June 15, 2024

President Bola Tinubu has called for stronger collaboration between Nigeria’s law enforcement agencies and the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the fight against cybercrime, terrorism, and other related crimes.

The FBI is the domestic intelligence and security service of the United States of America, and its principal federal law enforcement agency.

The President spoke during a meeting with FBI Director, Christopher Asher Wray, at the State House in Abuja.

Security chiefs who attended the meeting include the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu; Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun; Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Yusuf Magaji Bichi; the Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier-General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd); Chief of Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA), Major-General Emmanuel Undiandeye; Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede; and the National Coordinator of the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), Major-General Adamu Laka.

President Tinubu described the presence of the FBI Director alongside his team in Nigeria as a recognition of the enduring partnership between Nigeria and the United States in the fight against financial crimes and terrorism.

”It is an honour for me to receive Director Christopher Wray, the leader of an organization that has demonstrated consistent procedural sophistication and a reputation for excellence over several years. Your visit conveys the importance of Nigeria and Nigerian partnership in the work of America’s law enforcement institutions and vice-versa. For us, it is a recognition of what stage we are at, who we are, and the level of interest both countries share in eliminating crimes locally and globally.

”We cannot achieve this important feat of eliminating crimes without collaboration. Incidentally, as the Chairman of ECOWAS, Nigeria is also collaborating with other West African countries to fight economic and other related crimes,” the President said.

President Tinubu told the FBI Director that his administration has prioritized education as a tool against poverty, which is generally believed to be a driver of criminal activities.

”We are working hard to eliminate terrorism, cybercrimes, sextortion, and I am glad that we have a good number of agencies that are involved in reducing these crimes to the barest minimum, and they are also well represented at this meeting,” the President said.

Noting that no single country can combat financial crimes in isolation, President Tinubu called on the United States to support developing countries with the requisite technology and knowledge transfer required to combat complex international crimes.

In his remarks, Director Wray said he was in the country to enhance the “outstanding partnership” that exists between the government of Nigeria and the government of the United States.

He lauded President Tinubu for supporting the growing partnerships between various agencies of government and the FBI in order to protect the citizens of both countries.

”We appreciate the President’s vision in countering terrorism in the region, which is a dangerous threat, not only to the countries in the region but also to the United States.

”We appreciate your vision in re-engineering the role of the Office of the NSA to effectively coordinate efforts on counter-terrorism, and this has already started to bear fruits in terms of the success you are recording against ISIS in West Africa and other terrorist groups.

”We appreciate your support and collaboration on cyber-enabled crimes and sextortion, which has unfortunately resulted in a few tragic deaths in the United States.

”I want to assure you of our support whether it is on counter-terrorism, cyber-enabled crimes, kidnapping, joint investigations, and intelligence sharing. Our relationship with Nigeria is a very important one,” the FBI Director concluded.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)

June 14, 2024
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Temi Otedola, Mr. Eazi release wedding pictures

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3 days ago

September 6, 2025

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Temi Otedola, the daughter of billionaire businessman Femi Otedola, and singer Mr Eazi, have released pictures of their wedding ceremony .

The couple announced engagement in April 2022 and tied the knot in 2025.

According to reports, Temi and Mr Eazi hosted not one, not two, but three weddings across three countries.

Their first ceremony was a civil wedding held in Monaco on May 9, which coincided with Mr Eazi’s late mother’s birthday.

This was followed by a traditional Yoruba wedding ceremony at the Otedola family home in Dubai, where they celebrated their Nigerian heritage with traditional food, music, and attire.

The final ceremony was a white wedding held in Iceland in August, where the couple exchanged vows in a beautiful church ceremony.

The couple’s wedding celebrations were a blend of Nigerian culture and international flair, reflecting their unique love story.

Mr Eazi has spoken about how the weddings have inspired him, saying he wants to create more love songs, particularly stripped-back acoustic tracks that he can perform live at future Nigerian weddings.

The couple’s romance began in 2017, and after five years of dating, Mr Eazi proposed to Temi in April 2022.

Temi recently took to social media to announce her new surname, sharing pictures of the wedding with the caption “Mr and Mrs Ajibade.”

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Eid-ul-Maulud: Reduce hardship – CAN tells Nigerian leaders

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4 days ago

September 5, 2025

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The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has once again urged Nigerian leaders to embrace justice, reduce citizens’ hardship and strengthen unity for lasting prosperity in the country .

CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, made this appeal on Friday while felicitating with Muslims across the country on the celebration of Eid-ul-Maulud.

Ekwutosblog reports that Eid-ul-Maulud is used to commemorate the birth of Prophet Muhammad.

Archbishop Okoh stated that the values embodied by the Prophet were essential virtues that transcend religious boundaries.

“Eid-ul-Maulud offers Nigerians a moment of reflection on the values of humility, compassion, justice and devotion to God which the Prophet exemplified.

“The values transcend religious boundaries and point us towards building a society anchored on peace, fairness and mutual respect,” Okoh said.

The cleric, however, warned that Nigeria was at a turning point, urging leaders to show greater accountability and compassion in addressing the nation’s challenges.

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Italian Fashion Icon Giorgio Armani Dies At 91

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5 days ago

September 4, 2025

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Italian Fashion Icon Giorgio Armani Dies At 91
His death came just weeks ahead of celebrations marking 50 years of his eponymous label.

(FILES) Italian designer Giorgio Armani greets the audience during his Giorgio Armani Prive show during the Women’s Haute-Couture Spring/Summer 2024 Fashion Week in Paris on January 23, 2024. Italian fashion great Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91 “surrounded by his loved ones”, his company said on September 4, 2025. (Photo by Emmanuel Dunand / AFP)

Italian fashion legend Giorgio Armani, king of a high-end lifestyle empire, has died at the age of 91 “surrounded by his loved ones”, his company said Thursday.

“With infinite sorrow, the Armani Group announces the passing of its creator, founder, and tireless driving force: Giorgio Armani,” it said in a statement.
The best known contemporary designer, Armani opened his fashion house in Milan in 1975, quickly rising to the top of the industry and going on to dress the stars.

(FILES) Italian designer Giorgio Armani (C) poses with models after the show during the Men’s Fall/Winter 2019 fashion shows in Milan, on January 15, 2018. Italian fashion great Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91 “surrounded by his loved ones”, his company said on September 4, 2025. (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP)

(FILES) Italian designer Giorgio Armani waves from the runway of the Emporio Armani fashion show during the Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 on September 21, 2023 in Milan. (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS / AFP)
His funeral will be private, the group said, but well-wishers can pay respects beforehand at a funeral chamber open on Saturday and Sunday in Milan.

“Il Signor Armani, as he was always respectfully and admiringly called by employees and collaborators, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones,” the company said.
“Indefatigable to the end, he worked until his final days, dedicating himself to the company, the collections, and the many ongoing and future projects,” the company said.

(FILES) Italian designer Giorgio Armani waves from the runway of the Emporio Armani fashion show during the Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 on September 21, 2023 in Milan. Italian fashion great Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91 “surrounded by his loved ones”, his company said on September 4, 2025. (Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS / AFP)

(FILES) Italian designer Giorgio Armani (C) poses with models after the show during the Men’s Fall/Winter 2019 fashion shows in Milan, on January 15, 2018. (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP)
Armani had cancelled his menswear show in Milan this year due to health reasons. He also missed the Paris Armani Prive show on doctors’ orders.
“In 20 years of Armani Prive, it’s the first time I’m not in Paris,” he said in a statement sent to AFP in July.

“My doctors advised more rest, even though I felt ready.”
He added that he had “followed and overseen every aspect of the show remotely”, stressing: “I approved and signed off on everything you will see.”

(FILES) Italian designer Giorgio Armani greets the audience at the end of his show during the Women’s Spring/Summer 2018 fashion shows in Milan, on September 22, 2017. Italian fashion great Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91 “surrounded by his loved ones”, his company said on September 4, 2025. (Photo by Andreas SOLARO / AFP)

(FILES) Italian designer Giorgio Armani greets the audience at the end of his show during the Women’s Spring/Summer 2018 fashion shows in Milan, on September 22, 2017. (Photo by Andreas SOLARO / AFP)
The Italian icon was credited with inventing red-carpet fashion, but also moved into a younger and less expensive range through Emporio Armani, and opened luxury hotels.
His death came just weeks ahead of celebrations marking 50 years of his eponymous label.

Italy’s Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli led the tributes, paying homage to “a leading figure in Italian culture, who was able to transform elegance into a universal language”.
“His understated and innovative style redefined the relationship between fashion, cinema, and society, leaving an indelible mark on contemporary culture,” he said.
“He was not only a master of fashion, but also a recognised ambassador of Italian identity around the world.”
AFP