Federal prosecutors announced plans to challenge a Lagos court decision that cleared former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose of financial crimes allegations. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission released a statement Wednesday through its social media platform following the verdict. Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke dismissed all charges against Fayose at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi during proceedings that concluded the lengthy prosecution. Anti-corruption officials confirmed they would examine the ruling while preparing appellate documents. The agency emphasized its commitment to pursuing the case through higher courts.
Fayose faced prosecution alongside Spotless Investment Limited on charges stemming from alleged financial...
Legal representatives for former examination board chief Dibu Ojerinde and federal prosecutors announced their intention to resolve corruption charges through negotiations rather than a trial. Defense attorney Eteya Ogana told Federal High Court Justice Obiora Egwuatu that both parties were pursuing an administrative resolution to the matter. Anti-corruption prosecutor Lesie Iheduru confirmed the ongoing reconciliation talks and agreed to postpone proceedings. The court scheduled the next hearing for October 20 to receive updates on settlement discussions or proceed with defense arguments. Both sides expressed optimism about reaching a mutually acceptable agreement outside the courtroom.
Ojerinde faces 18 criminal charges related to...
Governor Caleb Mutfwang traveled to the Bindi Community in the Riyom Local Government Area following a deadly assault that claimed 27 lives. Armed attackers struck the settlement during early Tuesday morning hours, leaving widespread destruction across multiple hamlets. The assailants burned homes and devastated agricultural crops while causing millions in property damage. Security forces possessed advance warning about the planned violence yet failed to prevent the massacre. Community leader Ezekiel Davou confirmed the attack began around 3 a.m. and affected eight separate villages.
Mutfwang expressed frustration with existing security protocols and demanded immediate tactical changes from law enforcement agencies. The governor...
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar explained his reasons for traveling to the burial site of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari. The opposition leader joined former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai and coalition members for prayers honoring the deceased leader. Buhari passed away on July 16, 2025, at a London medical facility before his remains returned to Daura for interment on Tuesday. Wednesday brought visits from Atiku, El-Rufai, Peter Obi, and additional coalition representatives to the grieving family. The delegation participated in traditional Islamic mourning customs during their condolence mission.
Abubakar documented his three-day sympathy journey to Katsina State through social media posts. He and El-Rufai conducted private...
A Federal Capital Territory High Court postponed criminal proceedings against four defendants after Nigeria declared a public holiday honoring former President Muhammadu Buhari. The scheduled Wednesday arraignment involved three Ghanaian nationals and one Nigerian attorney facing fraud allegations. Court officials announced that only cases originally set for Tuesday would proceed during the session. Administrative delays resulted from the government's decision to commemorate Buhari's funeral with a national day of remembrance. Justice Modupe-Osho Adebiyi will preside over the rescheduled hearing on October 7.
Nigerian police filed 26 criminal counts against Sam Jonah, Kojo Ansah, Victor Quainoo, and Mobus Property Nigeria Ltd through...
Retired Major General Bashir Magashi honored the memory of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a leader who prioritized national service above personal interests. The former Defense Minister characterized Buhari as an unwavering advocate for governmental transparency and ethical conduct throughout his career. Magashi emphasized the deceased president's commitment to fighting public sector corruption during both his military and civilian administrations. Buhari governed Nigeria as military head from 1984 to 1985 and later served two terms as democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023. The former leader passed away July 13, 2025, at a London medical facility following prolonged health challenges.
Magashi worked...
Nigeria's electoral commission conducted specialized training sessions for political party representatives this week at its Abuja headquarters. The Independent National Electoral Commission focused the two-day workshop on the proper use of its digital candidate nomination system. Party officials learned updated procedures for submitting candidate information through the electronic portal. The training addressed recurring problems with incomplete applications and document processing errors. INEC designed the sessions to prepare parties for upcoming federal territory council races and special elections.
National Commissioner May Agbamuche-Mbu stressed that candidate nomination forms the foundation of electoral integrity under current...
Environmental advocates demand Nigeria establish legal protections for ecological rights amid mounting concerns over widespread environmental destruction. The Nigeria Socio-Ecological Alternatives Convergence highlighted catastrophic events such as Niger State flooding and the five-year Ororo oil field fire off Ondo State. Dr Nnimo Bassey warns the nation faces potential environmental collapse without immediate action on extractive industries and mining oversight. Communities across Nigeria suffer from desertification, deforestation, water contamination, and coastal erosion that threaten lives and economic stability. Experts argue that decades of unregulated mineral extraction have undermined the country's natural resources.
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Authorities in Kano State have launched a comprehensive inquiry following the deaths of two pupils at Government Boarding Secondary School in Bichi. Hamza Idris-Tofawa and Umar Yusuf-Dungurawa died after senior students attacked them with local metal implements called Gwale-Gwale during what officials described as disciplinary action. Education Commissioner Ali Haruna Makoda directed immediate and transparent fact-finding through Permanent Secretary Bashir Baffa. The government pledged to deliver justice for all parties involved in this tragic occurrence. Preliminary findings suggest the victims faced punishment from older pupils for alleged misconduct.
Ministry representative Muhammad visited the institution and warned students...
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