The discovery of organisations allegedly operating as Federal Government agencies without proper legal authority has evolved into a broader test of Nigeria’s public-service oversight system, raising questions about how unauthorised bodies were able to gain access to government offices, official processes and, in one case, even appear in the 2026 federal budget. The controversy initially […]
Former Edo State lawmaker Ehiozuwa Agbonayinma has explained why he is pressing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to revisit long-standing financial crime allegations involving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Agbonayinma, who represented Egor/Ikpoba-Okha Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, said his demand was not based on a new allegation against Atiku but […]
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Corruption in Nigeria is often discussed in terms of stolen public funds, inflated contracts and bribery. But its deeper cost is harder to calculate. It is found in the hospital that lacks essential medicines, the unfinished road that becomes impassable during the rainy season, the school without adequate facilities, the electricity system struggling to meet […]
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Peter Obi Questions Fiscal Transparency Following IMF Consultation Report Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has intensified his criticism of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, alleging that Nigeria is facing a deepening crisis of public finance management after citing findings from a recent International Monetary Fund (IMF) consultation report. In a statement released on […]
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Political trials have become a growing feature of global headlines, with former presidents, opposition leaders, government officials, and influential political figures increasingly facing court cases over corruption allegations, election disputes, abuse of power, and other charges. From established democracies to emerging political systems, the rise in high-profile legal battles has sparked a major debate: are […]
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Political power often comes with influence, but in many countries it also comes with intense legal scrutiny. Across the world, elected officials and former leaders have repeatedly found themselves in courtrooms over allegations ranging from corruption and misuse of public funds to abuse of office, election-related offences, and human rights violations. While court cases involving […]
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Learn about the EFCC’s recent invitation to suspended Edo LG chairmen for financial investigations, focusing on payroll documentation and financial accounts. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has summoned the suspended chairmen of all 18 local governments in Edo State for questioning. This development was outlined in a letter signed by EFCC Director of […]
