FG Receives $52.88 Million Recovered Diezani Assets From US
The Nigerian government has officially received $52.88 million in assets linked to Diezani Alison-Madueke, the former Minister of Petroleum. The funds were returned by the United States on Friday, as part of efforts to combat corruption and misuse of public resources. At a signing ceremony in Abuja, Nigeria’s Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, […]
ICPC Recovers About $966,900.83, ₦10.986 Billion VAT, Other Assets In A Year
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has made significant progress in its fight against corruption over the past year. This was revealed by Dr. Musa Aliyu, SAN, the Chairman of ICPC, during a recent event in Abuja marking his one-year tenure. Dr. Aliyu credited the Commission’s success to its focus on […]
Nigeria on right track to fighting corruption – UN
Nigeria is making progress in the fight against corruption, according to a recent statement from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). Mr. Cheikh Toure, the UNODC Country Representative, shared these positive findings during the 2024 International Anti-Corruption Day event held in Abuja. A recent national corruption survey conducted by UNODC shows that […]
Appeal Court Overturns Suspension of Kano Anti-Corruption Chief, Rimingado
The Appeal Court in Abuja has reversed the suspension of Muhuyi Magaji Rimingado, the Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC). His suspension was initially ordered by the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) on April 4, 2024. The case was decided by a three-member panel of justices, with Justice Umaru Fadawu […]
Sanwo-Olu’s Suit Seeking to Prohibit EFCC From Arresting Him Struck Out
The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a lawsuit filed by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The governor filed the suit to prevent the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from arresting, detaining, or prosecuting him after completing his tenure in office. The dismissal was made by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik after Sanwo-Olu’s legal […]
Supreme court dismisses suit challenging establishment of EFCC act
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has dismissed a lawsuit filed by some state Attorneys General challenging the creation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Act. The case began with 16 states seeking to abolish the EFCC. Over time, some states pulled out, while others joined the suit as co-plaintiffs. The states that initially […]
Remi Tinubu Urges Nigerian Youths to Learn from Elders
Nigeria’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu, has urged young people to pay attention to the wisdom of their elders, stating they have much to learn from those with more experience. She made this statement at an event focusing on the fight against corruption, where she also called on mothers to lead efforts to instill values of […]
Listen To Your Elders, You Have Much To Learn – Remi Tinubu Tells Nigerian Youths
In a recent event in Abuja, Nigeria’s First Lady, Remi Tinubu, encouraged the youth to value guidance from their elders as a way to combat corruption. Speaking at a workshop organized by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), she highlighted that the journey to reduce corruption starts at home, where parents, […]
Court Orders Final Forfeiture of $2.045 Million and Properties Linked to Ex-CBN Governor Emefiele
In a significant ruling, a Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, to forfeit substantial assets, including $2.045 million, several properties, and share certificates. This order follows allegations that the assets were acquired through questionable financial activities. Justice Deinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court ruled […]
Nigerian Governors Express Support for EFCC
The Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) recently expressed its unwavering support for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in its ongoing fight against corruption. This endorsement comes at a crucial time as the Supreme Court prepares to rule on a lawsuit involving the EFCC, initiated by 19 governors who are questioning the commission’s constitutionality. At […]