2 h. ago Contract racketeering: PDP chieftain demands EFCC probe of Ebonyi commissioners

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ebonyi State, Moses Idika, on Friday, called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to commence an immediate investigation into the alleged involvement of some government officials recently arrested on the order of Governor Francis Nwifuru for contract racketeering. Idika, who made the appeal in a statement Read More

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17 h. ago FG pledges continued dialogue with labour unions to sustain industrial harmony

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The federal government is committed to keeping the peace with labour unions through open talks, says Labour Minister Mohammed Maigari Dingyadi. He spoke at his Sokoto home on Thursday, promising a strike-free economy. Dingyadi said the government is working closely with union leaders to tackle issues and build a strong partnership. […] The post FG pledges continued dialogue with labour unions to sustain industrial harmony appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Sexual assault: I’ll present evidence against Akpabio soon — Natasha

Tribune Online Sexual assault: I’ll present evidence against Akpabio soon — Natasha Her comments come after months of controversy surrounding her accusations against Akpabio. Sexual assault: I’ll present evidence against Akpabio soon — Natasha Tribune Online

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19 h. ago EFCC urged to clear socialite Aisha Achimugu’s wanted status

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja A coalition of youth groups has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to rethink its decision to label socialite Dr. Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu as wanted. The Niger Delta Youth Council for Good Governance and the Middle Belt Youth Stakeholders’ Initiative made this plea in a joint statement on […] The post EFCC urged to clear socialite Aisha Achimugu’s wanted status appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Coalition Tackles EFCC For Declaring Businesswoman Aisha Achimugu Wanted

The Coalition for Good Governance and Accountability has raised concerns over the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) decision to declare businesswoman and philanthropist, Mrs Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu, wanted despite her prior communication with the commission about being out of the country for medical reasons. At a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, the group, […]

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28 h. ago Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George has slammed the President Bola Tinubu administration, saying it is worse than military rule. George, who spoke on the current crisis in Rivers State and the controversy surrounding suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, cited historical precedents, adding that they led to the collapse of the First […] The post Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Rights Advocate Demands Fair Trial, Justice For Aisha Achimugu

Prominent social commentator and advocate for justice, Alvedor Weaver, has called for due process in the trial of the managing director of Felak Concept Group, Aisha Achimugu, accused of financial misconduct by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He insisted that the case must be adjudicated within the framework of the judiciary rather than […]

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30 h. ago Achimugu: Don’t Be Dragged Into 2027 Polls, Arewa Group Tells EFCC

A Northern group, Arewa Youth Council for Justice has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to drop the wanted tag on socialite and businesswoman, Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu. Speaking yesterday in Abuja the national president and the national secretary of the group, Isak Mammud and Timothy Isaiah, respectively, declared that the intendment of the […]

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36 h. ago Africa urged to explore Trump’s second term for energy independence

Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, NJ Ayuk, says the return of the United States President, Donald Trump, in 2025 represents a pivotal moment for Africa’s fossil fuel industry. In a statement, Ayuk said Trump’s administration’s swift reapproval of a $4.7bn loan from the US Export-Import Bank for TotalEnergies’ liquefied natural gas project in Read More

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39 h. ago World Bank approves $1.08bn loan for Nigeria’s education, nutrition, economic resilience

By Uche Usim The World Bank has granted approval for three financing operations totaling $1.08 billion to bolster education, nutrition and economic resilience in Nigeria. According to a statement released on the bank’s website on Wednesday, these concessional loans are aimed at improving the quality of education, enhancing household and community resilience, and addressing nutrition […] The post World Bank approves $1.08bn loan for Nigeria’s education, nutrition, economic resilience appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago EFCC secures conviction in $30,000 airport money laundering case

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Justice Deinde I. Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, convicted and sentenced Okunfulure Olusola Steve to three months’ imprisonment for money laundering. The Head of Media and Publicity at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Dele Oyewale, said the convict was arrested on 28 […] The post EFCC secures conviction in $30,000 airport money laundering case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago EFCC presents fresh evidence against Kore Holdings in $9.6b P&ID scam

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday tendered additional evidence against Kore Holdings Limited before Justice J. O. Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja. The Commission is prosecuting the company alongside Muhammed Kuchazi (now deceased) in connection with the Process & Industrial Development (P&ID) fraud portfolio on amended […] The post EFCC presents fresh evidence against Kore Holdings in $9.6b P&ID scam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Akpabio Sponsoring ‘EFCC’s Most Wanted Persons’ To Recall Me – Natasha

The suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello were behind the recall process against her, using fake constituents to push their agenda. The federal lawmaker questioned how a Senate President could stoop so low as to collaborate with one of the […]

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69 h. ago LCCI seeks transparent disbursement of $500m World Bank loan

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), has called for a transparent and efficient disbursement mechanism of the fresh read more LCCI seeks transparent disbursement of $500m World Bank loan

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3 d. ago Achimugu: Ohanaeze youths accuse EFCC of unjustly persecuting Dr Aisha  

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja   Apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council Worldwide has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), to halt what it called unjust persecution of socialite, Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu.   This is also as the group faulted the manner of the raid carried out by the commission on […] The post Achimugu: Ohanaeze youths accuse EFCC of unjustly persecuting Dr Aisha   appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Rivers: Don’t kill Nigeria’s democracy – Dele Momodu to Tinubu

Dele Momodu has spoken on the Rivers State controversy, advising President Bola Tinubu against ending democracy in Nigeria. Speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, the chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) criticised Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers, saying his administration is worse than a dictatorship. Momodu […] The post Rivers: Don’t kill Nigeria’s democracy – Dele Momodu to Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Achimugu Responds To EFCC’s Wanted Notice, Insists On Due Process

Aisha Achimugu, CEO and managing director of Felak Concept Group, has responded to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) decision to declare her wanted over alleged money laundering. On Friday, the EFCC called on the public to report any information regarding Achimugu’s whereabouts. The EFCC stated Achimugu was declared wanted in a “case of […] The post Achimugu Responds To EFCC’s Wanted Notice, Insists On Due Process appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Nigeria Gets World Bank’s $500m Loan Approval To Boost Economic Resilience

Nigeria has secured approval for a $500 million loan from the World Bank, in a significant move to enhance economic resilience. The World Bank has approved the $500 million loan to Nigeria to support the country’s Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus Program. According to information obtained from the bank’s website, the approval, which […]

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4 d. ago How Zenith Bank distributed N10.99trn loans across sectors of Nigerian economy

Tribune Online How Zenith Bank distributed N10.99trn loans across sectors of Nigerian economy IN a demonstration of its commitment to supporting the growth and development of the Nigerian economy, Zenith Bank has disbursed a staggering N10.99 trillion in loans across various sectors, providing a vital lifeline to businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals.  Contained in its 2024 Financial Year report, this significant loan disbursement, which cuts across key sectors such […] How Zenith Bank distributed N10.99trn loans across sectors of Nigerian economy Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Achimugu: 20 Lawyers, Activists Drag EFCC To Court For Declaring Businesswoman Wanted, Invasion Of Home

20 constitutional lawyers and activists led by Barr. Okere Kingdom, on behalf of a consortium of human rights/constitutional lawyers, have vowed to commence multiple legal actions in Court to quash the allegations of criminal conspiracy, money laundering against foremost businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu. LEADERSHIP recalls that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had few days […]

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