Alleged payroll fraud: Osun APC asks Adeleke’s Chief of Staff to resign
The All Progressives Congress in Osun State has called on Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye, Chief of Staff to Governor Ademola Adeleke, to resign over alleged links to a N13.7 billion payroll fraud. The party said the controversy has embarrassed the state government. In a statement signed by Kola Olabisi, the APC accused Akinleye of damaging public […]
Kaduna protesters thank EFCC, ICPC for El-Rufai probe
Hundreds of protesters under the Nasiriya Movement marched through Kaduna in support of the ongoing investigation of former governor Nasir El-Rufai. They carried placards thanking the EFCC and ICPC for probing his administration. The group alleged that over ₦432 billion was misappropriated during El-Rufai’s tenure and called on anti-graft agencies to ensure a thorough and […]
Court Dismisses Application Seeking Tunji-ojo’s NYSC Record
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed an application seeking to compel the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to release details of the discharge certificate of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. The request was brought before the court under the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act. Delivering the ruling, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik held that […]
Court orders investigation of Interior Minister Tunji-Ojo’s academic qualifications
The Federal High Court in Abuja has approved a request to investigate the academic qualifications of Nigeria’s Interior Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. Justice Binta Nyako granted the permission following an ex-parte application filed by activist Emorioloye Owolemi. The court ruling allows an inquiry into the minister’s Secondary School Certificate reportedly issued by the West African Examinations […]
Sokoto gov swears in Kebbe council chairman
Sokoto State Governor, Ahmad Aliyu, has sworn in Musa Garba Kuchi as the new chairman of Kebbe Local Government Area following the death of the elected chairman, Abdullahi Yarima. Kuchi will complete the tenure of the late chairman and has been urged to reside in the local government area and collaborate closely with security agencies, […]
Citizens participation key to service Delivery in Jigawa – DRDI
The Development Research and Documentation Institute (DRDI) has said that active involvement of citizens is very important for improving service delivery in Jigawa State. According to the group, when residents take part in decision-making and monitoring of public projects, government programmes become more effective and responsive to the real needs of the people. DRDI explained […]
₦6 Trillion NDDC Loot: Publish their Names – Federal High court orders FG
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Federal Government to publish the names of individuals indicted in the alleged diversion of ₦6 trillion from the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The ruling, delivered by Justice Gladys Olotu on November 10, directed President Bola Tinubu and the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, […]
Dangote slams NMDPRA chief over alleged $5m school fees for four kids
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has publicly criticised the head of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) over allegations involving extremely high school fees paid abroad. Dangote questioned how a public official could reportedly afford such an amount on education. According to Dangote, the claim that about $5 million was spent on […]
DSS incompetent organization – Aisha Yesufu on dismissal of 115 personnel
Activist Aisha Yesufu has reacted strongly to the reported dismissal of 115 personnel by the Department of State Services (DSS), describing the agency as incompetent. She claimed the move reflects poor management and failure to address deeper issues within the security system. Yesufu argued that instead of building a reliable and professional security structure, the […]
EFCC begins investigation on Oladip’s extortion allegation against operatives
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has opened an investigation into allegations made by Nigerian rapper Oladipupo Olabode Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips. The music star claimed that some EFCC operatives extorted ₦10 million from him before granting him freedom after an arrest linked to suspected internet fraud cases. According to a statement from […]