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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...

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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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,...

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...

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...

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...