As Nigeria prepares to celebrate its 64th Independence Day on October 1, the organisers of the #FearlessOctober1 protest have reiterated their determination to proceed with nationwide demonstrations despite opposition from security forces. The protest, which targets the removal of fuel subsidies and the economic hardship resulting from the naira’s devaluation, has gained momentum as organisers…
EFCC has arrested Darius Ishaku, former Taraba State Governor, in connection with a multi-billion Naira fraud case. The arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged misappropriation of N27 billion in state funds during his tenure. Darius Ishaku, who served as governor from 2015 to 2023, faces serious allegations that have drawn national…
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCOS) has placed several officers involved in the ongoing investigation surrounding allegations against popular social media influencer Bobrisky on suspension. The officers include high-ranking personnel in various custodial centers across the country. The move by the NCOS Board signals a strong response to concerns about misconduct and improper behavior within the…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has lodged fresh charges against former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello. The latest legal actions are centered around allegations of fraud amounting to N110,446,470,089, as presented in a new charge filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The EFCC claims that Bello’s actions constitute a criminal breach…
In a significant development, the Nigerian Army has officially cleared Colonel Ishaya Ibrahim of allegations of sexual harassment, cyberbullying, and defamation made against him by former Private Ruth Ogunleye. The allegations had sparked intense public interest, particularly after Ogunleye took to social media platforms like TikTok to voice her claims. According to Major General Onyema…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially rejected the results of the Edo State Governorship election, which were announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). During a press conference held in Abuja, PDP’s acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, voiced the party’s dissatisfaction with the election’s outcome, calling on Nigerians to support their stance. The…
Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed a lawsuit seeking the removal of Abdullahi Ganduje from his position as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The case, which has garnered widespread attention, was brought forth by aggrieved members of the party who questioned the legitimacy of Ganduje’s appointment,…
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully intercepted an enormous consignment of opioids and cannabis, valued at a staggering N14.9 billion. This operation took place at the Tincan port complex in Lagos, where a total of 25 million pills of tapentadol, an opioid three times stronger than tramadol, were discovered alongside…
On Thursday, September 19, 2024, the Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned three individuals before the Borno State High Court in Maiduguri. Hamza Dauda Umar, Abdulrahman Goni, and Abdulmutalib Abdullahi faced a 12-count charge of fraud-related offenses, including obtaining money by false pretenses, criminal breach of trust, conspiracy, forgery,…
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello reportedly avoided arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja on Wednesday. Yahaya Bello is under investigation for his alleged involvement in an N80.2 billion fraud case. According to sources, his successor, Governor Usman Ododo, played a key role in obstructing the arrest. The EFCC had…
