The Federal government of Nigeria has demonstrated its resolve to combat illegal mining activities by arraigning eight Chinese nationals and one Nigerian for their involvement in illegal mining in Abia State. The defendants’ arrest by Mining Marshals under “Operation Hayakin Kogo” marks a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to curb illegal mining operations in…
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has finally delivered the long-awaited verdict on the financial autonomy of the 774 local government areas across the nation. The apex court, in its lead judgment read by Justice Emmanuel Agim, observed that the state governments’ refusal to grant financial autonomy to local governments had persisted for over two decades….
Dr Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, has made a passionate call for the empowerment of youth in Nigerian agri-business. Addressing the Council of Anglican Provinces of Africa Primates and Wives’ Retreat in Abuja, Adesina spotlighted the impressive achievements of young entrepreneurs in the sector. He emphasized the need to support these young…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully secured the conviction of three illegal Bureau-de-Change operators in Maiduguri, Borno State. The verdict was delivered by Justice K. Dagat of the Federal High Court, resulting in one-year imprisonment sentences for each of the defendants. This judgment marks a significant achievement for the EFCC in its…
The Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, has expressed relief following the Supreme Court ruling on local government financial autonomy. He stated that the ruling eases the pressure on governors, who have been shouldering the burden of bailing out local governments. AbdulRazaq spoke at the State House in Abuja…
Saleh Mamman, the former Minister of Power, is facing corruption charges before the Federal High Court in Abuja. The ex-minister is accused of engaging in corrupt practices during his tenure as Minister of Power, allegedly using his position for personal gain. The charges against him are serious, and the prosecution is expected to present a…
President Tinubu is currently holding a private meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima and several governors in his office at the State House, Abuja. The meeting is a high-level gathering of key stakeholders in the country’s economic and political landscape. The President’s decision to meet with the Vice President and governors suggests a crucial discussion…
Justice A. Bello of the Kaduna State High Court has convicted and sentenced Saadu Salisu, Omoruyi Osavbie (a.k.a Antonio Hendo Henderson), and Daniel Japheth (a.k.a Cain Steven) to various jail terms for internet fraud. The trio was prosecuted by the Kaduna Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on separate one-count charges….
President Bola Tinubu has taken a significant step towards resolving the long-standing issues between farmers and herders by establishing a committee dedicated to the implementation of the Renewed Hope livestock reform. This initiative aims to address conflicts and foster a harmonious relationship between these two critical agricultural sectors. The presidential committee on livestock, chaired by…
In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have dismantled a prominent cocaine syndicate operating from Lagos. The syndicate, allegedly led by Agbakoba John Mmadu and his wife Agbakoba Ijeoma Chinwe, along with their associate Okoye Ifeoma Maryjane, was targeted after months of meticulous intelligence gathering and…
