Group accuses EFCC of stalling Matawalle’s probe, demands immediate action
A civic group in Northern Nigeria, known as the Concerned Northern Forum (CNF), has criticized the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for failing to act swiftly on corruption allegations against former Zamfara State Governor, Bello Matawalle. During a press briefing in Kaduna, CNF’s chairman, Aliyu Muhammad Sani, expressed disappointment with the EFCC’s slow response. […]
Anambra security heads meet, fine-tune strategies over President Tinubu’s planned visit
Security chiefs in Anambra State held a crucial meeting on Monday to finalize safety plans ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s scheduled visit to the state on Thursday. President Tinubu is set to embark on a one-day visit to Anambra, where he will officially open several projects initiated by Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration. According to a […]
Rivers: NASS urges Supreme Court to dismiss PDP suit with N1bn fine
The National Assembly has called for the Supreme Court of Nigeria to dismiss a lawsuit filed by 11 governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The governors are challenging the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, but the National Assembly believes the case is flawed. The legislative body has argued that the […]
NDDC warns against fake scholarships from scammers
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has warned the public about scammers pretending to represent the commission and offering fake postgraduate scholarships. The agency raised concerns over these fraudsters targeting unsuspecting individuals with false promises. In a statement issued on Sunday from Port Harcourt, the Director of Corporate Affairs for NDDC, Mrs. Seledi Thompson-Wakama, explained […]
VeryDarkMan arrested over multiple petitions, to be charged soon – EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of Martins Otse, a social media influencer popularly known as VeryDarkMan. The arrest was based on multiple petitions submitted to the agency. Speaking with BBC News on Monday, May 5, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale explained that the allegations against Otse involved cyberstalking. Oyewale noted […]
75.5 per cent rural Nigerians living below poverty line – World Bank
The World Bank has revealed that around 75.5% of rural Nigerians are currently living below the poverty line, showing a worsening of the economic conditions in the country’s rural areas. This information was shared in the World Bank’s April 2025 Poverty and Equity Brief for Nigeria, which paints a bleak picture of growing poverty, inequality, […]
Tinubu vows to reclaim ungoverned forests in the North-West region
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has restated his administration’s commitment to recovering ungoverned forests in Nigeria’s North-West region. His government plans to use advanced surveillance technology to address ongoing issues such as terrorism, kidnapping, and banditry that have plagued the region. Speaking at a state dinner hosted in his honour at the Katsina State Government House, […]
Flight disruptions: Nigerian Govt summons Air Peace
After a stunning 2-1 victory against Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, Arsenal was widely tipped to lift the trophy. Mikel Arteta’s side didn’t just beat the defending champions; they outclassed them with a commanding 5-1 aggregate scoreline. With Real Madrid eliminated, many analysts predicted Arsenal as the favorites, noting a historical trend […]
Insecurity: Nigeria will not yield to fear, terror, treachery – Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s sovereignty, declaring that the nation will not give in to fear, terror, or betrayal. His message came during a visit to the frontline troops in Katsina State, where he commended their courage and assured them of unwavering support from the government. Speaking with the […]
VDM is being detained by EFCC – Lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, gives an update
Lawyer Deji Adeyanju has shared fresh details regarding the detention of social commentator, Martins Otse, also known as Very Dark Man (VDM). In a post on his X account, Adeyanju confirmed that VDM is currently in custody at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He added that although lawyers have traced the location where […]