83 m. ago Meet Newly Elected Local Gov’t Chairmen In Osun As PDP Sweeps Polls 

The Osun State local government area elections were held across the State on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Chairman of Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) and Chief Returning Officer of the exercise, Hashim Abioye, declared the candidates of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as winners of the chairmanship elections across the 30 local government […]

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5 h. ago EPL: Man United fight back to secure dramatic draw at Everton

Manchester United on Saturday staged a late comeback to earn a 2-2 dramatic draw at Everton after they looked set to plunge deeper into crisis at Goodison Park. Everton’s resurgence under their returning manager David Moyes – formerly of United – looked set to continue as they exerted total domination in the first 45 minutes Read More

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9 h. ago EFCC hands over $132,000 and N78 million to foreign victims of Nigerian fraudsters

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over $132,362.43 and N78,566,324.81 to victims of fraud from the United read more EFCC hands over $132,000 and N78 million to foreign victims of Nigerian fraudsters

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10 h. ago EFCC Restitutes Over $130,000, N70m, Properties To Foreign Fraud Victims

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken a step in restoring justice to foreign fraud victims. As a gesture of its commitment to tackling economic and financial crimes and offering restitution to victims of fraudulent practices, the EFCC, handed over a total sum of $132,362.43 and N78,566,324.81 to American, Spanish and Swiss victims of […] The post EFCC Restitutes Over $130,000, N70m, Properties To Foreign Fraud Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Troops Eliminate 82 Terrorists, Rescue 93 Kidnap Victims Within One Week

The Defence Headquarters has disclosed a significant victory in the fight against terrorism, revealing that troops killed 82 terrorists and arrested 198 criminals across the country within a one-week period. According to Maj-Gen Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, troops also rescued 93 kidnap victims and recovered 86 high-calibre weapons and 2,040 assorted ammunition. […] The post Troops Eliminate 82 Terrorists, Rescue 93 Kidnap Victims Within One Week appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago ‘You’re always envied,’ Abacha’s son defends late father amid renewed criticism

Son of General Sani Abacha, Nigeria’s former military ruler, Sadiq Abacha, has expressed admiration for his late father, stating that his leadership remains significant despite persistent scrutiny. Sadiq, in a Facebook post on Saturday, suggested that his father was a victim of jealousy and subtle betrayal but insisted that history would ultimately be kind to Read More

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11 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Lawyer Over Alleged N1.3bn Forex Fraud In Akwa Ibom

The Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a legal practitioner, Barr. Alexander Uchenna Ozougwu before Justice Sergius Onah of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo for allegedly defrauding his victims to the tune of N1.3 billion through a bogus foreign exchange investment scheme. Head […]

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11 h. ago Diversification: FG Seeks China’s Cooperation To Strengthen Economy

The federal government is seeking the assistance of the People’s Republic of China in the diversification of its economy, especially relating to industrialisation. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu disclosed this in her office in Abuja, when the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, paid her a courtesy visit, a statement issued […]

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12 h. ago Nnamdi Kanu alerts public on alleged executive, judicial fraud against him

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia   The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu has accused the executive and judiciary of perpetrating fraud against him since his extraordinary rendition in 2021. In the light of this, Kanu has therefore vowed not to make himself available again to be tried by any judge […] The post Nnamdi Kanu alerts public on alleged executive, judicial fraud against him appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Nedu Wazobia addresses online controversies, denies fraud allegations

Popular on-air personality and host of The Honest Bunch podcast, Nedu Wazobia has responded to recent controversies circulating online, clarifying his position regarding various allegations made against him. Nedu, who has made headlines after an interview with comedian Dee One on his podcast, firmly denied all allegations levelled against him during a media engagement. He […] The post Nedu Wazobia addresses online controversies, denies fraud allegations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Free Zones Taxes: Nigeria Risks Losing $200bn FDIs, 600,000 Jobs, NACCIMA Warns

Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has warned that Nigeria risks losing over $200 billion in foreign direct investments (FDI) from the country if the federal government’s implements the proposed tax reforms targeting tax imposition on Free Trade Zones (FTZs). The chamber also warned that the decision could jeopardise more […]

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13 h. ago Kidnap Victim Rescued In Niger With Neck, Hands Locked In Padlocks

The Niger State Police Command has rescued a kidnapping victim found with his neck and hands chained with padlocks. The command’s spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, revealed in a statement on Friday, February 21, 2025, that the victim, Nasiru Idris, was abducted from Kebbi State. According to the PPRO, the kidnappers fled, leaving the victim behind […] The post Kidnap Victim Rescued In Niger With Neck, Hands Locked In Padlocks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago 7 Years After Nigeria’s N40bn Floating Dry Dock Rots Away In Lagos

Seven years after it was delivered by a foreign contractor, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is yet to deploy its N40 billion (current exchange rate N600 billion) Modular Floating Dock for industry use, as the facility is currently rotting away at the Naval Jetty in Apapa, Lagos. The floating dock, which can […]

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16 h. ago We recorded remarkable increase in revenue, growth —Odu’a’s GMD

Tribune Online We recorded remarkable increase in revenue, growth —Odu’a’s GMD Odu’a Investment Company Limited (OICL), that veritable vehicle and guide to strategic economic future of South-West Nigeria outside the government, is at it again. This vibrant conglomerate has built a reputation over the years and has brought life to the economy of the Southwest Region in unprecedented ways. It is not about to stop and […] We recorded remarkable increase in revenue, growth —Odu’a’s GMD Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Delta govt demotes engineers over alleged fraud on road projects

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Delta State Government has demoted two engineers in the civil service of the state effective from January 1, 2024, for allegedly issuing certificates of job completion on road projects that were yet to be completed. Gabriel Evuarhere, one of the affected officers was demoted from his position as deputy director to […] The post Delta govt demotes engineers over alleged fraud on road projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago EFCC returns $132,362.43, N78.5m to American, Spanish, Swiss fraud victims

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over a total sum of $132,362.43 and N78, 566,324.81 to American, Spanish, and Swiss victims of local fraudsters. The handover ceremony took place on Friday, at the EFCC’s headquarters in Jabi, Abuja. The Chairman of the Commission, Mr Ola Olukoyede, who performed […] The post EFCC returns $132,362.43, N78.5m to American, Spanish, Swiss fraud victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago FG to upgrade prisons as Tinubu approves 29 centres’ relocation

As part of the ongoing efforts to modernise the nation’s custodial facilities, President Bola Tinubu has approved the relocation of 29 correctional centres across the country. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, stated this during the commissioning of 39 newly acquired vehicles and five bullet-resistant guard-booths for the Nigerian Correctional Service in Abuja, on Read More

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20 h. ago FG to upgrade prisons as Tinubu approves relocation of custodial centres

As part of the ongoing efforts to modernise the nation’s custodial facilities, President Bola Tinubu has approved the relocation of 29 correctional centres across the country. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, stated this during the commissioning of 39 newly acquired vehicles and five bullet-resistant guard-booths for the Nigerian Correctional Service in Abuja, on Read More

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21 h. ago ‘Chidimma Adetshina’s mother still in S’African police custody’

Leaders of the Nigerian community in South Africa have confirmed that Anabela Rungo, the mother of Miss Universe Nigeria 2024, Chidimma Adetshina, has not been released by the country’s authorities. Rungo was detained by the South African Police Service on February 15, 2025, following immigration fraud allegations levelled against her in 2024. A Mozambican national, Read More

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24 h. ago EFCC returns $132,362, N78.5m, vehicles, others to foreign fraud victims

Tribune Online EFCC returns $132,362, N78.5m, vehicles, others to foreign fraud victims Speaking at the event, Olukoyede remarked that, “The event is a demonstration of the commitment of the federal government of Nigeria and that of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the fight against corruption and financial crimes.” EFCC returns $132,362, N78.5m, vehicles, others to foreign fraud victims Tribune Online

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