14 h. ago Imo PDP slams Uzodimma for N2.1 billion Muslim pilgrim spending amid insecurity

From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri The Imo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has criticised Governor Hope Uzodimma for spending N2.1 billion on a Muslim pilgrimage and hosting a lavish party on May 9 to celebrate the airlifting of 315 pilgrims from Sam Mbakwe Airport, amid rising insecurity and poverty. In a statement by […] The post Imo PDP slams Uzodimma for N2.1 billion Muslim pilgrim spending amid insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Economics

17 h. ago Benue needs urgent urban renewal, infrastructure to attract private sector – Ityoachimin

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Godwin Ityoachimin, a former All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Benue State, has called for urgent urban renewal and infrastructural development in major cities like Makurdi, Gboko, and Otukpo to attract private sector investment. Ityoachimin, a retired director in the Federal Ministry of Works and a 2027 governorship hopeful, criticised […] The post Benue needs urgent urban renewal, infrastructure to attract private sector – Ityoachimin appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

22 h. ago “EFCC’s Arrest Of Muhammad Kazaure Pattern To Suppress Government Critics” – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has come down hard on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), condemning the agency’s detention of ex-lawmaker Muhammad Kazaure. He described the action as unconstitutional and politically motivated. Atiku, who contested the 2023 presidential election under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), voiced his concern in a statement issued on […] The post “EFCC’s Arrest Of Muhammad Kazaure Pattern To Suppress Government Critics” – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

3 d. ago “I Said The Truth, I’m Not Demarketing Nigeria, Efforts Of Our Heroes Now In Vain” — Obi Replies Sanwo

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has replied Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and other critics who accused him of demarketing Nigeria. Recall that Obi, in his recent engagement at Johns Hopkins University in the United States of America, described how Nigeria fell off economically within 25 years, leading to a massive increase […] The post “I Said The Truth, I’m Not Demarketing Nigeria, Efforts Of Our Heroes Now In Vain” — Obi Replies Sanwo-Olu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

4 d. ago Mark Angel Challenges EFCC Over Arrest Of Verydarkman, Demands Proof Of Invitation

Popular Nigerian comedian, Mark Angel, has questioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over its claim that it invited social media activist Verydarkman before his recent arrest. The anti-corruption agency had earlier stated that it extended an invitation to the activist, which reportedly went unanswered. Following this, EFCC operatives arrested him on Friday — […] The post Mark Angel Challenges EFCC Over Arrest Of Verydarkman, Demands Proof Of Invitation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

5 d. ago Peter Obi Laments Economic Hardship, Says Public Office Holders Milking Nigerians

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has lamented over poverty situation in Nigeria, saying that there is need for urgent and deliberate action. Obi urged all levels of government, especially public office holders to prioritize critical areas of development, particularly investment in health, education and poverty alleviation. Speaking on Tuesday at the […] The post Peter Obi Laments Economic Hardship, Says Public Office Holders Milking Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

5 d. ago VeryDarkMan Detained Lawfully Over Serious Financial Petitions – EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of Martins Otse, citing “serious allegations of financial misconduct” after he repeatedly failed to respond to multiple invitations for questioning. In a statement released on its X platform on Tuesday, the anti-graft agency stated that Otse was invited for questioning regarding a series of […] The post VeryDarkMan Detained Lawfully Over Serious Financial Petitions – EFCC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

5 d. ago Timi Frank Condemns Arrest Of VeryDarkMan, Urges Nigerians To Rise Against Impunity

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, on Tuesday, condemned in strong terms the recent arrest of activist VeryDarkMan by the Economic and Finance Crimes Commission (EFCC). VeryDarkMan, whose real name is Martins Vincent Otse, was arrested three days ago on allegations of cyberstalking after visiting a Guarantee […]

Politics

5 d. ago JUST IN: EFCC shares update on VeryDarkMan’s detention, cites reason

By John Ogunsemore The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest and detention of activist, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). In a statement shared on X on Tuesday, the anti-graft commission said VeryDarkMan was arrested “owing to a series of petitions bordering on sundry issues of alleged financial crimes raised […] The post JUST IN: EFCC shares update on VeryDarkMan’s detention, cites reason appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

6 d. ago EFCC Debunks Reports Of VeryDarkMan’s Arrest Over Multiple Petitions

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied reports claiming it arrested social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), over multiple petitions. The widely circulated report, attributed to EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale in an interview with BBC News Pidgin, claimed the commission took the activist into custody following complaints from […] The post EFCC Debunks Reports Of VeryDarkMan’s Arrest Over Multiple Petitions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

6 d. ago VDM arrest: motorists, traders groan as security men barricade EFCC access road

From Sola Ojo, Abuja There was heavy security presence around the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) office on Monday following suspicions that members of the public were mobilizing to protest the arrest of popular social media influencer, Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). Martins Otse, known for his controversial takes on social and […] The post VDM arrest: motorists, traders groan as security men barricade EFCC access road appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

6 d. ago EFCC Confirms Arrest Of VeryDarkMan Following Petitions Against Him

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), following numerous petitions. The EFCC, through its spokesperson Dele Oyewale, informed BBC News Pidgin on Monday that the activist was arrested due to complaints lodged by multiple petitioners. “We arrested him to […] The post EFCC Confirms Arrest Of VeryDarkMan Following Petitions Against Him appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

6 d. ago EFCC Breaks Silence On VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Says There’re ‘Multiple Petitions’ Against Activist

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed that controversial critic, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly called VeryDarkMan (VDM), was arrested by its operatives over multiple petitions against him The anti-graft agency, through its spokesperson Dele Oyewale, told BBC News on Monday that VeryDarkMan was taken into custody following complaints from several petitioners. “We arrested […]

Politics

6 d. ago PICTORIAL: Content Creator Faces Prosecution After EFCC Arrest Over Naira Abuse In Kaduna

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a social media content creator, Muhammed Kabir Sa’ad, for allegedly abusing Nigeria’s national currency, the Naira. According to a statement posted on the EFCC’s official Facebook page on Monday, Sa’ad was apprehended by operatives of the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the agency after a viral video […]

Politics

6 d. ago APC’s Shinkafi slams Reps for summoning Zamfara, Benue governors

From Okwe Obi, Abuja All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi has criticised the House of Representatives for summoning Zamfara and Benue governors, Hyacinth Alia and Dauda Lawal, arguing the action lacks constitutional backing. The House Committee on Public Petitions, in a statement dated May 2, 2025, signed by Head of Media Chooks Oko, […] The post APC’s Shinkafi slams Reps for summoning Zamfara, Benue governors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

8 d. ago EFCC Accused Of Withholding Medical Aid For Nabbed VeryDarkMan

The brother of popular social media personality, VeryDarkMan (VDM), has spoken out following his recent arrest by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). VDM was reportedly picked up at a GTBank branch after accompanying his mother to file a complaint about suspicious deductions from her bank account. His sudden detention has drawn […] The post EFCC Accused Of Withholding Medical Aid For Nabbed VeryDarkMan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

8 d. ago Wamakko hails governor Ahmed Aliyu’s performance, says critics have been silenced

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The senator representing Sokoto North senatorial district Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko has declared that the performance of Governor Ahmed Aliyu in the past two years has surpassed expectations, silencing critics who once doubted his capability to lead Sokoto State. Speaking during the inauguration of the newly renovated and remodelled Hassan Dan Mu’azu […] The post Wamakko hails governor Ahmed Aliyu’s performance, says critics have been silenced appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

9 d. ago Workers Day: Forum Urges Kogi Govt To Prioritise Infrastructure, Welfare

  The Kogi State Accountability Platform has urged the state government to expand its pro-labour policies by investing in critical infrastructure that directly affects the daily lives of workers and citizens alike, so as to improve their living standards. In a statement to commemorate this year’s Workers’ Day, the forum chairman, Hamza Aliyu, noted that […]

Politics

1 week ago Benue, Plateau Killings: CSOs Demand Justice, Compensation For Victims

Twenty-one civil society organisations, under the Community of Practice Against Mass Atrocities, have condemned the recent coordinated attacks on agrarian communities in Benue and Plateau States, resulting in at least 183 deaths in the third week of April 2025. The organisations, citing Section 14(2)(b) of the Nigerian Constitution, criticised the government for failing to fulfil […]

Events

1 week ago Naira abuse: Produce Okoya’s children – VeryDarkMan tells EFCC after E

By John Ogunsemore Activist, Martins Otse popularly known as VeryDarkMan has asked the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to provide an update in the naira abuse case against the children of billionaire businessman, Chief Rasaq Okoya. VeryDarkMan made the call in a video shared on Facebook on Tuesday following reports of EFCC’s arrest of […] The post Naira abuse: Produce Okoya’s children – VeryDarkMan tells EFCC after E-Money’s arrest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics