The lawyer representing embattled Nigerian singer Speed Darlington, Stan Alieke, has confirmed that the legal case involving the controversial artist and fellow singer Burna Boy has been formally charged to court. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Darlington was re-arrested by police in Owerri, Imo State, after returning to Nigeria for a show. He was subsequently … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced that former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, will be arraigned in court on Wednesday to face charges of alleged financial fraud and misconduct during his tenure. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: Russia Opens Doors to Migrants Amid Workforce Shortage Crisis Erupts at Celestial Church of Christ in … Read more
Two men on Tuesday appeared before an Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly stabbing a man on the head with broken bottle during an argument. The defendants – Temitope Anifowoshe, 49, a businessman and Tope Sule, 50, a driver, both residing at 28, Egbatedo St., Oko- Oba, Agege, Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
The Federal High Court in Lagos adjourned the case against Cubana Chief Priest to June 25 for mention. Okechukwu, arraigned by the EFCC on April 17 for abuse of the naira. Parties are exploring a settlement, as informed by defence counsel Chikaosolu Ojukwu (SAN) on May 2. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal High Court … Read more
EFCC Pursues Naira Redesigning Charges Against Emefiele. Charges by the EFCC allege illegal activities, including unauthorized currency printing and misappropriation of funds. This marks the third set of charges against Emefiele, escalating his legal challenges EKO HOT BLOG reports that former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, is slated to be arraigned this Wednesday … Read more
Popular socialite cautions Nigerians about EFCC troubles Advises avoiding legal scrutiny amid ongoing case Highlights stress of facing anti-graft agency’s prosecution Eko Hot Blog reports that popular Nigerian socialite and nightlife promoter, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, has issued a cautionary note to Nigerians about the stress involved in dealing with the … Read more
EFCC Failed To Arraign Yahaya Bello Over His Absence In Court His lawyer referenced an ex parte order blocking EFCC from arresting or prosecuting him. EFCC is appealing this order at the Court of Appeal, leading to a delay in the arraignment process. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on … Read more