Former President Ernest Koroma of Sierra Leone faces a tumultuous turn of events as he seeks refuge in Nigeria amidst serious charges filed against him by his home country. On Wednesday, the Republic of Sierra Leone officially charged Koroma in connection with the failed coup d’etat on November 26, 2023. The charges against him, including…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made a significant breakthrough in its investigation into the movement of funds within the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA). Unveiling a staggering revelation, the EFCC has successfully traced a significant portion, specifically N30 billion, of the N44 billion purportedly shifted from NSIPA accounts. This discovery marks…
Presidential Villa in Abuja: – OMG News- President Bola Tinubu formalized the approval of the N28.7 trillion 2024 Budget, ushering in a new era of economic prospects for Nigeria. The ceremony, a symbol of national progress, unfolded on Monday and featured the attendance of eminent figures, such as Senate President Godswill Akpabio and House of…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken a significant step in its ongoing investigation into an alleged money laundering case involving the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Sadiya Umar-Farouq. The probe focuses on the staggering amount of N37,170,855,753.44 believed to have been laundered under her watch through a contractor named James Okwete. The…
Riverside LNG Groundbreaking Gas Supply Deal with South Africa – A prominent energy player based in Nigeria, has announced groundbreaking talks to supply liquefied natural gas (LNG) to South Africa. This potential deal marks a historic collaboration between the two nations and comes on the heels of Riverside LNG’s earlier partnership agreement with Johannes Schuetze…
Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs Under Scrutiny The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has exposed a staggering sum of N37.1 billion believed to have been laundered within the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs during the tenure of former minister Sadiya Umar-Farouk appointed by former President Muhammadu Buhari in July 2019. Exclusive details obtained by Sunday PUNCH…
The Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) Secretariat in Abuja finds itself embroiled in controversy as internal strife over alleged financial malpractice has come to the fore. This turmoil has erupted into a public spat between high-ranking officials within the NGF, casting a shadow over its operations and integrity. In a bold move, Abdulrazaque Bello-Barkindo, the NGF…
A startling revelation emerged from the investigation led by Mr. Jim Obazee, appointed by President Bola Tinubu to delve into the Central Bank of Nigeria’s affairs during Godwin Emefiele’s tenure. The probe unearthed a scam involving the ex-Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and 12 high-ranking CBN officials, entailing the dubious withdrawal of…
In a move to address Nigeria’s housing deficit, Minister in charge of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Mr Ahmed Dangiwa, made history yesterday by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. The agreement, marking a pivotal milestone in the ministry’s housing action plan, aims to collaborate with…
The Federal Government has unveiled plans for a comprehensive restructuring, signaling a pivotal moment in foreign affairs. The announcement comes as the Federal Government discloses its intent to form a dedicated committee entrusted with the crucial responsibility of appointing new ambassadors to replace those recently recalled. Alkasim Abdulkadir, the Special Assistant to the Foreign Affairs…
