corruption

Ex-Legislative Aide Goni Yilkan Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison for Employment Scam
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Jabi, Abuja, has handed down an eight-year prison sentence to a former legislative assistant for orchestrating a...

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Entertainment
4 weeks ago4 weeks ago

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Jabi, Abuja, has handed down an eight-year prison sentence to a former legislative assistant for orchestrating a fraudulent employment scheme that swindled victims out of N120.58 million.Goni Yilkan was convicted on two counts of obtaining money through deceit and was sentenced without the possibility of a fine.Presiding...

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Alleged N3.1b Fraud: Suswam’s Trial Hits Snag as Defence Fails to Commence
On Monday, September 22, 2025, the trial of former Benue State governor Gabriel Suswam, presided over by Justice Peter Lifu at the Federal High Court...

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Politics Today
4 weeks ago4 weeks ago

On Monday, September 22, 2025, the trial of former Benue State governor Gabriel Suswam, presided over by Justice Peter Lifu at the Federal High Court in Abuja, was delayed as Suswam was unable to begin his defence. Suswam, together with his former Finance Commissioner, Omodachi Okolobia, faces charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes...

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South Korean Unification Church Leader on the Brink of Arrest in High-Stakes Bribery Scandal | Courts News
Han Hak-ja has consistently refuted bribery accusations involving a former first lady. Published On 22 Sep 202522 Sep 2025 Click here to share on social...

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International News
4 weeks ago4 weeks ago

Han Hak-ja has consistently refuted bribery accusations involving a former first lady. Published On 22 Sep 202522 Sep 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Han Hak-ja, the head of South Korea’s contentious Unification Church, appeared at a court session as authorities consider issuing an arrest warrant related to corruption charges tied...

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Nigerian Government Warns Abuja-Lokoja Road Contractors with EFCC, ICPC Investigation Threats
David Umahi, the Minister of Works, has issued a firm ultimatum to the contractors responsible for segments of the Abuja-Lokoja Road project, urging them to...

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Politics Today
4 weeks ago4 weeks ago

David Umahi, the Minister of Works, has issued a firm ultimatum to the contractors responsible for segments of the Abuja-Lokoja Road project, urging them to improve their performance or face investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) due to unsatisfactory progress. During...

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Thousands Unite in Manila’s Massive Anticorruption Protests: A Powerful Stand Against Corruption
In July, President Marcos revealed irregularities in nearly 9,855 flood-control initiatives valued at over $9.5 billion. Published On 21 Sep 202521 Sep 2025 Click here...

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International News
4 weeks ago4 weeks ago

In July, President Marcos revealed irregularities in nearly 9,855 flood-control initiatives valued at over $9.5 billion. Published On 21 Sep 202521 Sep 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share In Manila, the capital of the Philippines, thousands have taken to the streets, expressing outrage over a corruption scandal tied to flood control...

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Regulators Launch Bold Crackdown on Oil Racketeers in Akwa Ibom
Authorities overseeing the downstream petroleum industry in Akwa Ibom State, specifically the Petroleum Products Monitoring Committee (PPMC), in partnership with the Nigeria Midstream and Downstream...

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Politics Today
4 weeks ago4 weeks ago

Authorities overseeing the downstream petroleum industry in Akwa Ibom State, specifically the Petroleum Products Monitoring Committee (PPMC), in partnership with the Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), have initiated a rigorous crackdown on fraudulent activities by individuals masquerading as legitimate petroleum marketers and operators within the region. Hon. Godwin Ekpo, chairman of the...

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EFCC Re-arraigns Agunloye in Shocking $6 Billion Fraud Case
On Thursday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) reintroduced charges against Dr. Olu Agunloye, the former Minister of Power and Steel, accusing him of...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

On Thursday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) reintroduced charges against Dr. Olu Agunloye, the former Minister of Power and Steel, accusing him of involvement in a $6 billion fraud linked to the contract award for the Mambila Hydroelectric Power Station. The case was brought before the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in...

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Court Rejects Bail for Banker Accused of Stealing N8.5 Billion
Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja has declined the bail request of Samuel Asiegbu, a staff member at Wema...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja has declined the bail request of Samuel Asiegbu, a staff member at Wema Bank Plc, who stands accused of embezzling N8,568,090,500 from the bank. The judge rejected the bail plea, citing the compelling evidence against Asiegbu and concerns that he may evade trial....

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The Killer Touts Of Abuja: When Revenue Collection Becomes Murder
This is definitely one of the saddest news I have seen or read in a long time. A tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday afternoon under...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

This is definitely one of the saddest news I have seen or read in a long time. A tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday afternoon under the Mabushi Bridge in Abuja, where a family of three – a man, his wife, and their son – lost their lives following a violent encounter with touts, popularly known...

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At Vienna Meeting, Nigeria Restates Commitment To Fight Against Corruption
Nigeria has restated commitment to the recovery of looted assets and fight against corruption in compliance with the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC). The...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

Nigeria has restated commitment to the recovery of looted assets and fight against corruption in compliance with the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC). The country’s position was made known by the Nigerian delegation to the 16th Session of the Implementation Review Group (IRG) and 19th meeting of Open-Ended Intergovernmental Working Group on Asset Recovery...

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