On May 23, 2024, the former Minister of Aviation, Mr. Hadi Abubakar Sirika, his brother Ahmad Abubakar Sirika, and two companies, Enginos Nigeria Limited and Samahah Integrated Investment Limited, faced the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Garki. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned them on an amended 10-count charge related to…
Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has leveled serious accusations against Peter Obi, the Labor Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, claiming that Obi has been actively encouraging his supporters, known as ‘Obidients’, to engage in online harassment of individuals with differing viewpoints. The ‘Obidients’ have garnered a notorious reputation for aggressively trolling critics and those holding contrary…
In a significant development, the Nigerian police force, in collaboration with the local vigilante group Askarawa, has successfully apprehended Bashir Bature Kaura, a key informant for bandits operating in Zamfara State. Kaura, whose activities have been instrumental in terrorizing and kidnapping residents, was arrested in a coordinated operation targeting criminal elements in the region. His…
In a significant move against cybercrime, Justice S. D. Pam of the Federal High Court in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has convicted and sentenced Daniel Walter Anga to prison for internet fraud. The prosecution was carried out by the Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a one-count charge…
The Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Daniel Chukwuka Koussou, a forex broker, before Justice C. O. Ajah of the State High Court in Independence Layout, Enugu State. Koussou faces a one-count charge of criminal conversion and stealing, amounting to N112,800,800 (One Hundred and Twelve Million, Eight Hundred…
Chelsea Edge Ahead Against Resilient Bournemouth The first half of the Premier League clash between the Blues and Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge was a closely contested affair, with the home side enjoying the lion’s share of possession and chances. However, it took a moment of brilliance from Moisés Caicedo in the 17th minute to break…
A tense confrontation between soldiers and traders at Banex Plaza in Abuja has prompted a heavy police presence in the area. The dispute allegedly revolved around the sale of defective phones, which escalated into a physical clash between the two groups. As a result, traders and citizens are fleeing the area in fear of their…
Nigeria, endowed with extensive natural gas reserves estimated at approximately 209 trillion cubic feet, is on the cusp of a transformative “gas revolution” aimed at driving its economy to new heights. President Bola Tinubu’s recent inauguration of three significant gas processing projects marks a pivotal step in this ambitious plan. However, the question remains: Can…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has formally charged former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele for his alleged misconduct during the controversial naira swap policy. Emefiele stands accused of authorizing the massive production of N684.5 million at a staggering cost of N18.96 billion, potentially causing significant harm to the public interest….
The Federal Executive Council convened on May 13th and 14th, 2024, culminating in a series of groundbreaking decisions aimed at propelling Nigeria’s economy forward. At the forefront of the council’s agenda was the approval of initiatives poised to revolutionize the nation’s infrastructure and housing sector through innovative Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). With an estimated unlocking potential…
