Mozambique President Daniel Francisco Chapo has praised the Mambas for reaching the round of 16 at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco and has offered a substantial financial incentive if they can defeat Nigeria in the knockout phase.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING

The Mambas booked their place in the last 16 after finishing third in Group F, setting up a high-profile clash with the Super Eagles, one of the most convincing sides at the tournament so far. Mozambique progressed despite suffering a 2-1 defeat to Cameroon in their final group fixture.

In a message addressed to the players and coaching staff on Thursday, President Chapo described the qualification as unprecedented and richly deserved.

He said the team’s journey through the group stage had stirred pride across the country and highlighted the steady growth of Mozambican football.

Speaking on behalf of the nation, the president commended the squad for their courage, discipline and determination, qualities he said had carried them to a historic milestone on the continental stage.

According to Jornal Notícias, President Chapo announced an extraordinary bonus of 500,000 meticais for each player and member of the coaching staff, should Mozambique overcome Nigeria and reach the quarter-finals.

The sum is valued at about ₦11.3 million in Nigerian currency.

He reassured the team of the country’s full backing and expressed confidence that they could rise to the challenge against a formidable opponent.

Nigeria and Mozambique will meet on Monday, January 5, at the Complexe Sportif de Fès, with kick-off set for 8 pm.

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday granted bail to Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Yakubu Adamu, who is standing trial over allegations of involvement in a N5.7 billion fraud.....TAP TO CONTINUE READING

Trial Justice Emeka Nwite approved bail in the sum of N500 million, with two sureties of similar value.

The court ruled that the sureties must own verifiable landed property within the Asokoro, Maitama, or Gwarinpa districts of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, and must depose to an affidavit of means.

The court also ordered Adamu to surrender his international passport and prohibited him from travelling abroad without prior permission. Full proceedings in the case were scheduled to begin on January 20.

Adamu, a former branch manager of Polaris Bank in Bauchi, was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) last Tuesday on a six-count money laundering charge.

Two companies, Ayab Agro Products and Freight Company Limited, were also cited as defendants.

The EFCC alleged that funds earmarked for the supply of motorcycles to Bauchi State were illegally diverted to various individuals and entities, despite the contract not being executed. The acts were said to contravene Section 21(a) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.

Adamu pleaded not guilty to the charges, while his lawyer, Mr. Gordy Uche, SAN, applied for bail pending the outcome of the trial. EFCC counsel, Mr. Samuel Chime, opposed the bail request and sought an accelerated hearing. Justice Nwite, however, ruled that bail was within the court’s discretion, noting that the offences were bailable.

Adamu will remain in Kuje Prison until Monday, when the court will hear a separate terrorism-related charge pending against him.

According to EFCC investigations, Emmanuel Asomugha General Enterprises secured a loan of N4.65 billion from Polaris Bank, purportedly guaranteed by the Bauchi State Government, to supply motorcycles.

The agency said the motorcycles were never delivered, and the funds were diverted through Adamu and former Accountant-General of Bauchi State, Sa’idu Abubakar, to multiple accounts, including those of the two companies cited.

The prosecution further alleged that Adamu, while acting as Polaris Bank Branch Manager, conspired with others to convert, transfer, and conceal N4.65 billion, and also handled N976 million paid into the account of I.S. Makayye Investment Resources Limited, knowing the funds were proceeds of unlawful activity.

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Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has fired back at criticisms from Ohanaeze Ndigbo President, Senator John Mbata, turning attacks about his past into a bold story of political rise.

Speaking in a video aired on AIT, Wike addressed claims that he is “semi-illiterate” and once worked as a car washer. Rather than deny it, the minister embraced the narrative, insisting his journey speaks louder than insults.

“I heard someone ranting that I’m semi-illiterate. That’s fine—at least I’m not fully illiterate,” Wike said.

He went further, stressing that even if he once washed cars, that did not stop his progress. “Somebody who was washing his car has grown to be council chairman, governor, and a two-term minister,” he declared.

Wike’s remarks have since sparked intense reactions online, reigniting debates about humility, success, and political pedigree.