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. […]
This is the worst federal government in Nigerian history – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration. He called it the “worst and most corrupt” federal government in Nigeria’s history. Speaking to journalists in Katsina State on Monday, April 14, El-Rufai said the current government is the most intolerant since Nigeria returned to democracy in 1999. He also accused […]
Patience Jonathan should be in jail – Sowore on theft of N750m jewelries
Nigerian activist and politician, Omoyele Sowore, has said that former First Lady, Patience Jonathan, should be in jail. He made this statement after hearing that 15 of her domestic workers have been in prison for over six years. These workers were accused of stealing jewelry said to be worth more than N750 million from Patience […]
“Akpabio Should Be In Jail, Not Leading Senate.” – Tola Adeniyi
Veteran journalist and former Daily Times Editor-in-Chief, Tola Adeniyi, has strongly criticized Senate President Godswill Akpabio. He believes Akpabio should be in prison instead of leading Nigeria’s Senate. Adeniyi shared his thoughts on the podcast State Affairs, hosted by journalist Edmund Obilo. He spoke about the allegations of corruption and sexual harassment involving Akpabio. According […]
Lagos-Calabar highway is an example of waste, corruption and misplaced priority – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has strongly criticized the N15.6 trillion Lagos-Calabar coastal highway project, calling it a wasteful and corrupt initiative. He also condemned the Bola Tinubu administration for approving N21 billion to build a new residence for Vice President Kashim Shettima. Obasanjo made these comments in his new book, Nigeria: Past and Future, which […]
Lawyer explains why Nigerian Govt hasn’t adequately prosecuted Diezani
For over eight years, the Nigerian government has struggled to prosecute Diezani Alison-Madueke, a former Minister of Petroleum accused of looting millions of dollars during her tenure under former President Goodluck Jonathan. Wahab Shittu, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, explained that the main reason for this delay lies in the complex legal processes required for […]
Insecurity: ‘I stand by my remarks on Nigeria’ – Badenoch replies VP Shettima
Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the UK Conservative Party, has responded to Vice President Kashim Shettima of Nigeria, saying she stands by her comments about Nigeria, even though some people think she insulted the country. Badenoch reportedly described her time in Nigeria as being filled with fear and insecurity due to corruption and other issues. […]
If You Continue This Way, You Will Milk Nigeria To Death – Obi Of Onitsha Sends Warning To Politicians
The Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty Nnaemeka Achebe, has issued a stern warning to Nigeria’s politicians about the dangers of ongoing corruption. Speaking at the Abuja launch of Bold Leap, a book by Senator Chris Anyanwu, the monarch expressed deep concerns about the state of the nation’s economy and leadership. In his remarks, the […]
Alleged Fraud: Yahaya Bello Didn’t Submit Himself, We Arrested Him – EFCC
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced the arrest of Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, over allegations of multi-billion naira fraud. According to Dele Oyewale, the EFCC spokesperson, Bello was arrested on Tuesday at 12:54 PM in Abuja. He had been declared wanted by the EFCC but did not surrender […]