corruption allegations

Security Tightened at Kano EFCC Office as CSOs Stage Peaceful Anti-Corruption Protest

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Kano Police bolster security at EFCC zone ahead of civil society rally. CSOs rally in solidarity with anti-graft agencies amid major corruption probes. Protesters call for transparency, judicial fairness, and legislative oversight. Security around the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) zonal office in Kano was significantly heightened on Thursday as civil society organizations mounted … Read more

Indian Former Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh Is dead

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Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, a key architect of India’s economic liberalisation, served from 2004 to 2014, shaping the nation’s economic and political landscape. Tributes from leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress figures, highlight Singh’s wisdom, humility, and dedication to improving lives. As the first Sikh prime minister, Singh’s legacy includes historic … Read more

Lagos Speaker Denies Spending Billions On Gate, Thanksgiving Event

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Lagos Speaker Gate

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has described allegations that the Assembly spent ₦17 billion on constructing a gate as baseless and laughable. The claim, made by a self-proclaimed group called the Lagos State Anti-Corruption Coalition, also sought an investigation into the purported expenditure. Addressing the allegations during plenary, Obasa … Read more

Missing ₦57 Billion: SERAP Sues Tinubu Over Failure to Investigate Humanitarian Affairs Ministry

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Unintentional Hardship Tinubu

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu for allegedly failing to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to work with anti-corruption agencies. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the suit aims to investigate claims of over ₦57 billion in public … Read more

Edo University Uzairue in Crisis as Suspended VC, Registrar Refuse to Step Down

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Staff members at Edo State University Uzairue have voiced concerns over an ongoing administrative crisis involving the suspended Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dawood Egbefo, and Registrar, Mr. Habib Ekhalefo. Allegations of corruption, authoritarian behavior, and disregard for due process have sparked significant unrest within the university community. In a letter addressed to Governor Monday Okpebholo, … Read more

Yahaya Bello Reports to EFCC Over Fresh Charges

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EFCC Yahaya Bello Tinubu

Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello appeared at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday regarding allegations leveled against him by the anti-graft agency. Bello arrived at the EFCC office in a black Hilux vehicle, accompanied by his legal team. This follows a November 14 hearing where the EFCC requested … Read more

BREAKING: Senate Removes CCT Chairman Yakubu Umar Over Misconduct

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The Senate has invoked Section 157 (1) of the 1999 Constitution, as amended, to remove Yakubu Danladi Umar as Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) due to what it described as unacceptable acts of misconduct. According to the Senate, Umar’s actions were unbecoming of a person holding such a sensitive position, and his … Read more

Alleged N1.3 Trillion Fraud: EFCC Imposes Travel Ban on Okowa, Seizes Passport

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Okowa Denies Returning ₦500bn Amid Ongoing EFCC Probe

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has restricted former Delta State Governor Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa from leaving the country, seizing his passport as part of his bail conditions. Okowa was reportedly detained by the EFCC last week over allegations of diverting N1.3 trillion in public funds and was granted administrative bail on Sunday. The … Read more

Full List of All Sacked, Suspended Ministers From 1999 To 2024

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In a significant move to enhance government efficiency, President Bola Tinubu dismissed five ministers on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. The decision, announced in a statement by the presidency following the Federal Executive Council meeting, represents a strategic shift within Tinubu’s administration. Since Nigeria’s return to civilian rule in 1999, ministerial dismissals have regularly marked changing … Read more

BREAKING: Senate Holds Closed-Door Session Over Ashiru’s Privilege Motion, NDLEA Allegations

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Senate Reshuffles Regional Commissions

The Nigerian Senate, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, entered a closed-door session today following a motion on a matter of privilege raised by Deputy Senate Leader, Oyelola Ashiru. The motion, citing Orders 9, 10, 41, and 52 of the Senate Standing Rules, was of urgent national importance. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja After … Read more

Police Launch Probe into Allegations of Extortion Involving Inspector General

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PSC Retirement Of Senior Officers

Police authorities in Abuja have launched an investigation into allegations made by a Lagos-based land speculator on TikTok, claiming that some officers demanded money intended for the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to resolve a land dispute involving him in the Ibeku-Lekki area of Lagos State. The inquiry was prompted by widespread online publications from … Read more

“Let Me Die If I Say Anything” – VeryDarkMan Tells Reps, Frustrated by Bobrisky’s Absence

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Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, expressed his frustration over the absence of Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky, at the ongoing investigation by the House of Representatives’ joint committee. This panel is probing allegations of bribery involving officials from the Nigerian Correctional Service and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). EDITOR’S PICKS: … Read more

BREAKING: House of Reps Bans Journalists from Covering Bobrisky, EFCC Hearing

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The House of Representatives has prohibited journalists from covering its investigative hearing regarding the ₦15 million corruption allegations involving crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky. This decision also involves the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Correctional Services (NCS). The decision was communicated to the House press corps by the Joint … Read more

Benue Education Official Steps Down After Issuing Unapproved Introductory Letter

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Gov. Alia Benue Minimum Wage

Agbo Ochekpe, the Permanent Secretary in the Benue State Ministry of Education and Knowledge Management, has resigned following controversy surrounding an introductory letter he issued for an admission seeker at the University of Kinshasa, Congo. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that Ochekpe had issued the letter at the request of a pastor who claimed to be … Read more

Court Orders Remand of Journalist Over Facebook Post Criticising Kano Governor

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A magistrate court in Kano has ordered the remand of Muktar Dahiru, a journalist with Pyramid FM Kano, for allegedly posting content on Facebook that was deemed insulting to the Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf. Dahiru, who was arrested on Thursday, is facing charges of criminal conspiracy, defamation of character, and intentional insult. EKO HOT … Read more

Tinubu Meets Governors Following Minimum Wage Talks With Labour Leaders

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Tinubu Loves Nigeria First Lady

President Tinubu, Vice President Shettima, and several governors are holding a closed-door meeting in Abuja, following discussions with labour leaders about the new minimum wage. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has begun a closed-door meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima and several governors in his office at the State House, Abuja. The … Read more

Minister Steps In to Resolve PSC, Police Force Recruitment Dispute

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Minister Police Force Recruitment

Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Gaidam, intervenes in the dispute between the Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Nigeria Police Force over the rejected recruitment list of 10,000 constables and specialists, amid allegations of corruption and irregularities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that amid escalating tensions between the Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Nigeria Police … Read more

Police Union Calls On Tinubu To Remove IGP Egbetokun Amid Recruitment Controversy

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Kayode Egbetokun

Police Union demands removal of Inspector General Kayode Egbetokun over recruitment dispute. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Joint Union Congress of the Police Service Commission has demanded the removal of Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, accusing him of distorting facts regarding the recent recruitment exercise. The union and the police have been in conflict … Read more

Recruitment Scandal: PSC Demands IGP’s Dismissal

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The Joint Union Congress of the Police Service Commission (PSC) called in  President Bola Tinubu to dismiss the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, over alleged interference in the recent recruitment of police constables. Eko Hot Blog gathered that the union voiced its concerns during a press briefing on Wednesday in Abuja, where members accused … Read more

Group Slams Akpabio For Attacking Emefiele, Accuses Him Of Corruption

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Group Slams Akpabio For Attacking Emefiele, Accuses Him Of Corruption

Middle Belt Youths Forum slams Akpabio for criticizing Emefiele Accuses Senate President of patronizing executive, seeking favors Defends Emefiele’s handling of naira, calls out Akpabio’s alleged corruption Eko Hot Blog reports that the Middle Belt Youths Forum (MBYF) has come out swinging against Senate President Godswill Akpabio for his recent comments demonizing former CBN Governor … Read more

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