The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned two suspects, Josephine Anietie Philip and a native doctor, Effiong Okon, at the Federal High Court in Uyo for their alleged involvement in a N24.3 million land fraud scheme. The defendants appeared before Justice Chigozie M. Onah on September 27, 2024, facing a six-count charge of…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of Okwudili Joseph for his involvement in internet fraud. Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court, Enugu, presided over the case, convicting and sentencing Joseph to two years imprisonment for cybercrime and impersonation. The case was prosecuted by the Enugu Zonal Directorate…
Joe Ajaero, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), was arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) on Monday morning at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. He was en route to the United Kingdom to attend a crucial conference focusing on workers’ rights and social justice. The NLC, in a swift…
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling affirming financial autonomy for local governments is a historic moment for governance at the grassroots level in Nigeria. This landmark verdict, which ends the long-standing practice of state governors controlling local government funds via joint accounts, marks a turning point in Nigeria’s political structure. For years, local governments, the third…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have urgently called for a crucial meeting following the Federal Executive Council’s abrupt decision to withdraw the minimum wage memo. This unexpected government move has ignited widespread concern among labor organizations, compelling them to take swift and decisive action. The sudden policy shift has left…
Dangote Refinery is a significant investment in Nigeria’s energy sector, and its success is crucial to the country’s economic growth. The refinery’s failure would not only affect the economy but also lead to a loss of jobs and revenue for the government. The alleged sabotage of the Dangote Refinery by IOCs poses a significant threat…
As President Tinubu marked his one year in office on May 29, 2024, his administration’s performance has come under close scrutiny. The anniversary was celebrated with project commissioning in Lagos and Abuja, but the conversation among critics and supporters alike has centered on the need for a cabinet reshuffle to unlock the full potential of…
The Arewa Group, a prominent socio-political organization in Northern Nigeria, has publicly condemned the actions of Peter Obi, a political figure from the Southern region. The group expressed strong disapproval of Obi’s recent endeavor to construct a borehole in a Northern community, citing its substandard quality and the inclusion of Obi’s name on the project…
In the lead-up to the Ondo State governorship primaries scheduled for November, Jimoh Ibrahim, one of the candidates vying for the ticket under the All Progressives Congress (APC), exudes confidence in his party’s prospects. Addressing a gathering at a party rally in Akure, the state capital, Ibrahim emphasized his belief in securing the APC ticket,…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) executed a substantial initiative yesterday, reclaiming more than 100 hectares of land in Gosa District from encroachers. This decisive action not only highlights the government’s unwavering dedication to combatting unlawful land acquisition but also signals a significant stride towards rectifying the persistent issue of illegal land grabbing in the…
