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Yahaya Bello Money Laundering Trial Adjourned to May 6

KEY POINTS The court adjourned Yahaya Bello’s alleged money laundering trial to May 6–7, 2026. A prosecution witness testified about dollar transactions and admitted gaps in earlier statements. Discrepancies in evidence emerged, while the court allowed additional exhibits despite defence objections. Justice Emeka Nwite of...
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EFCC Arrests Former Skye Bank Chairman Tunde Ayeni Over Alleged ₦36.5bn Fraud

KEY POINTS EFCC arrested former Skye Bank chairman Tunde Ayeni over alleged ₦36.5bn and $30m fraud. Funds obtained from Polaris Bank were reportedly diverted from intended projects. About 12 linked companies are under investigation, with charges expected soon. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has...

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Bayelsa Assembly Confirms Peter Akpe as Deputy Governor

KEY POINTS Bayelsa lawmakers confirmed Peter Akpe as deputy governor following the death of...
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Police Say N100 Million Credited to IGP’s Son Was Banking Error

Police say N100 million credited to IGP’s son was banking error and confirm the funds were promptly reversed after the mistaken transfer.
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President Tinubu Replaces Police Chief Egbetokun With Tunji Disu

KEY POINTS President Tinubu ordered Kayode Egbetokun to resign as Inspector General of...
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FG Drops Forgery Case Against Senior Lawyer Mike Ozekhome

KEY POINTS The Federal Government withdrew the forgery charge against Mike Ozekhome during a...
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Nigeria, EU Open Talks on Landmark Science and Innovation Partnership

KEY POINTS Nigeria and the EU have begun formal negotiations for a comprehensive science...
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El-Rufai Files ₦1bn Suit Against ICPC Over Alleged Illegal Abuja Home Search

KEY POINTS El-Rufai is suing anti-corruption and law-enforcement authorities for ₦1 billion over an...
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Fire Disrupts Flights at Lagos Airport Terminal 1

KEY POINTS A fire on the upper floors of Lagos airport’s Terminal 1 disrupted...
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AAC Rejects FCT Area Council Poll Results, Alleges Widespread Irregularities

KEY POINTS AAC rejected the FCT Area Council election results, calling the process manipulated...
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Atiku Blames Low FCT Poll Turnout on ‘Intimidation and Shrinking Democratic Space’

KEY POINTS Atiku says low turnout in FCT council elections signals intimidation and weakening...
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Court Postpones Tukur Mamu’s Case Challenging Terrorist Label

KEY POINTS The Abuja Federal High Court adjourned Tukur Mamu’s lawsuit challenging his terrorist...
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FG Defends Oil Revenue Executive Order

KEY POINTS The federal government says Executive Order 9 enforces constitutional rules on revenue...
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Anambra Government Shuts Nnewi Auto Parts Market for One Week Over Sit-At-Home Noncompliance

KEY POINTS Anambra authorities shut NASPA Market in Nkwo Nnewi for one week starting...
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Yahaya Bello Money Laundering Trial Adjourned to May 6

KEY POINTS The court adjourned Yahaya Bello’s alleged money laundering trial to May 6–7,...
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EFCC Arrests Former Skye Bank Chairman Tunde Ayeni Over Alleged ₦36.5bn Fraud

KEY POINTS EFCC arrested former Skye Bank chairman Tunde Ayeni over alleged ₦36.5bn and...
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Gunmen Storm Benue Palace, Kill Traditional Ruler, Family and Two Others

KEY POINTS Gunmen killed a traditional ruler, his wife, son, and two others in...
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Kidnapped Lagos Woman Freed After Family Pays $17,500 Ransom

KEY POINTS A Lagos woman was kidnapped from her home in a late-night attack...