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JOHN ADENEKAN

John Adenekan writes and edits general news and special reports with special interests in politics, sports and current affairs. Before joining Peoples Gazette, his writings have been featured in newspapers such as Vanguard, Premium Times and Sahara Reporters. He had also contributed on Channels TV, Arise TV, Radio Continental and South Africa's Power FM amongst others. Adenekan was the former Group General Editor at Orovie Media Ltd. He is currently an Assistant Managing Editor at Peoples Gazette. He is on Twitter @johnalytical
October 29, 2020

Former South Korean president jailed for corruption

Lee Myung-bak was handed a 17-year prison term and also asked to pay $10.9 million in fines.

Former South Korean President Lee Myung-bak. [CREDIT: Facebook]
October 29, 2020

EXCLUSIVE: Bank documents expose how Obasa, Lagos Assembly members squandered N9.7 billion 2019 running costs

A rare access into the bank accounts of the Lagos State House of Assembly exposes an unspeakable spectre of dubious outlays.

Lagos House of Assembly
October 28, 2020

Policeman killed by fowl during raid on cockfight

The fighting cocks are usually armed with a gaff —a razor sharp steel blade fixed on their feet.

A cock used to illustrate the story.
October 23, 2020

Church Collapse: Ghana police arrest prophet as death toll rises to 21

About 60 people were trapped in the building when it collapsed on Tuesday, locals said.

Church collapses in Ghana
October 22, 2020

U.S. approves drug disputed by WHO for COVID-19 treatment

The controversial drug, which is sold under the trade name Veklury, was approved on Thursday.

Donald Trump
October 18, 2020

World Food Day: Idris Elba pushes “climate-smart” agriculture

The British actor says world leaders’ pledge to end hunger by 2030 appears to be skidding off track.

Food Items at Utako Market, Abuja (Credit: Ahmed Oluwasanjo)
October 14, 2020

Dipo Awojide apologises for derailing Nigeria’s historic #EndSARS push

Mr. Awojide emphasises his commitment to #EndSARS, but his justification of a 2018 massacre undercut his appeal for public sympathy.

Dipo Awojide
October 11, 2020

Sam Adeyemi and others back #EndSARS movement

Popular religious leaders get behind a movement to end police brutality.

Pastor Sam Adeyemi
October 10, 2020

LIVE: Voting, news analysis and results as Akeredolu, Ajayi, Jegede enter #OndoDecides

The Gazette reporters provide real-time updates as Akeredolu, Ajayi and Jegede romp home to a dramatic election showdown.

Akeredolu, Ajayi, Jegede enter #OndoDecides
October 9, 2020

“Football Twitter” joins #EndSARS campaign

These users, known for their fanatical football content, say they cannot look away from the injustice happening in Nigeria.

Protesters at Abia House, Abuja