The World Bank has taken decisive action against corruption by blacklisting 58 Nigerian companies and individuals implicated in fraudulent practices. This move underscores the global commitment to combatting corruption and promoting transparency in financial transactions.
Nigerian civil society organizations (CSOs) are demanding stronger action against corruption in the government. The groups are urging political parties to denounce members facing corruption charges and calling for increased transparency and accountability within government institutions.
Nigerian lawyer Mike Ozekhome has distanced himself from a fabricated social media post that claimed he criticized the EFCC's pursuit of corruption charges against Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. Ozekhome called the statement "a lie from the pit of hell.
ICPC and FIRS have initiated discussions to strengthen their efforts in tackling financial tax frauds and corruption-related issues, with a focus on information sharing, joint investigations, and capacity building.