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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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Nigeria Seeks Extradition of Former Oil Minister Over $2.5 Billion Fraud Case

Nigeria has renewed its efforts to extradite a former oil minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, from...
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Supreme Court Validates President Tinubu’s Election Win: Seven Key Points Decided

In a resounding and legally significant verdict that reverberated across the nation, the Supreme...
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NLC Accuses Nigerian Labour Minister of Breaching Constitution Amid NURTW Leadership Crisis

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has expressed its dissatisfaction with the Minister of Labour...
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Senate Advances Bills to Prevent Central Bank Leaders from Entering Politics

The Nigerian Senate has taken significant steps towards barring the governor of the Central...
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Wike Refutes Taking Sides in Israel-Palestine; Eyes Tech, Agro Partnerships

Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, debunked claims of siding with Israel...
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Gunmen in Military Uniforms Attack Kogi Governor’s Convoy

The governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, escaped an assassination attempt on Sunday as...
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Tinubu’s US Certificate Authentic, APC Warns Critics

The US chapter of Nigeria’s ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), has issued...
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FEC Greenlights Ijora Workshop Concession, Eyes N28.1bn Boost

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has endorsed a landmark concession, entrusting the Central Workshop...
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INEC Under Scrutiny as Tribunals Weigh 94% of Election Results

The credibility of Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) faces intense scrutiny following a...
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Anambra Senator Ubah Switches to APC, Sparks Political Turmoil

In a strategic political maneuver, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, representing Anambra South, has shifted his...
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Inflation Hits 26.7% on Soaring Food Prices; PDP, LP Blast FG

Nigeria grapples with a shocking 26.72% inflation rate, a record peak in 18 years....
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Imo Governorship Election Faces Staff Shortage, INEC Seeks Help from Neighbours

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it needs about 6,154 more...
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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...