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Police reject ₦500m bribe in Canadian Loud drug seizure operation

May 25, 2026

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have carried out a major Canadian Loud seizure after intercepting suspected illicit drugs valued at about ₦7.8 billion and reportedly rejecting a ₦500 million bribe allegedly offered to compromise the operation. The police said the interception formed part of ongoing efforts to dismantle organised drug trafficking networks operating within […]

EFCC rearrests Saleh Mamman after N33bn fraud conviction

May 19, 2026

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has rearrested former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, following his N33bn fraud conviction over the alleged diversion of public funds linked to the Mambilla and Zungeru hydroelectric power projects. The anti-graft agency confirmed that Mamman was apprehended in Kaduna after a surveillance operation conducted days after a Federal High […]

EFCC investigates undeclared cash case involving Kano airport passengers

May 18, 2026

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has commenced investigation into an undeclared cash case involving two passengers intercepted at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport with a total of $461,600 after arriving from Dubai. The suspects were arrested following a joint operation involving officers of the Nigeria Customs Service and anti-money laundering officials in Kano. […]

EFCC arraigns Blessing CEO over alleged N36m fraud in Lagos case

May 15, 2026

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned social media personality Blessing Okoro, popularly known as Blessing CEO, over allegations connected to a EFCC fraud arraignment involving an alleged N36 million fraud in Lagos. She was brought before the court on charges bordering on obtaining money by false pretence and financial misconduct, according to […]

Lawyers raise fair trial concern in Diezani UK bribery case

May 15, 2026

Lawyers raise fair trial concern in Diezani UK trial as defence counsel challenges the integrity of evidence and investigative procedures at Southwark Crown Court in London. The case involves former Nigerian Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke and two co-defendants facing bribery-related allegations. The court proceedings have raised questions over documentation handling, disclosure completeness, and prosecution conduct. […]

Mamman fraud conviction leads to 75-year jail term over N33.8bn scandal

May 13, 2026

The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years imprisonment following his Mamman fraud conviction over the diversion of public funds amounting to about N33.8 billion. The judgment, delivered by Justice James Omotosho, found the former minister guilty on all 12 counts of fraud and money […]

Mamman arrest order issued as Abuja court hears alleged N31bn fraud case

May 11, 2026

A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, sitting in Maitama, Abuja, has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, after he failed to appear for the continuation of his trial over an alleged N31 billion fraud case. The development, marked by the Mamman arrest order, followed […]

Sadiya Farouq wanted as EFCC issues notice over fraud investigation

May 9, 2026

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has declared former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, wanted in connection with an ongoing investigation into alleged financial misconduct. The development has intensified public attention on the anti-graft agency’s investigation, with the Sadiya Farouq wanted notice formally released through official EFCC […]

EFCC raid: Only $50,000 and N13m found in my house, not $13m — Achimugu

April 28, 2026

The EFCC raid on the residence of businesswoman Aisha Achimugu has come under public scrutiny after she disputed claims that $13 million was recovered, insisting that only $50,000 and N13 million were found during the operation. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been investigating allegations linked to financial transactions involving Aisha Achimugu. The […]

FG Drops Terrorism Charges Against Malami, Son as Court Admits Amended Case

April 16, 2026

FG drops terrorism charges against Malami and son as the Federal Government withdrew the terrorism financing allegations against former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz, replacing them with amended charges related to illegal possession of arms. The case involving Abubakar Malami and his son originated from earlier charges filed by the […]