The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Ifeanyi Okowa, former governor of Delta State, on allegations of diverting N1.3 trillion from funds allocated to oil-producing states. Sources familiar with the investigation revealed that Okowa was detained on Monday at the EFCC office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, following his response to an invitation … Read more
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, was questioned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday regarding allegations that he bribed certain officials of the agency with ₦15 million. A viral audio clip released by social media critic Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, featured Bobrisky claiming that unidentified EFCC officials … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his commitment to the Tax Reform Bill currently under consideration in the National Assembly, firmly rejecting the National Economic Council’s (NEC) request to withdraw the bill for additional consultations. The NEC, led by Vice President Kashim Shettima and composed of the 36 state governors, had advised the President to pause … Read more
The Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday ordered the final forfeiture of $2.045 million, seven premium properties, and share certificates linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, to the Federal Government. Justice Deinde Dipeolu issued the ruling after no opposition was presented by Emefiele or any other claimants following the … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly arrested several Edo State government officials who are signatories to the state government accounts. According to sources who spoke to news reporters on Friday, approximately five officials, including the Accountant General of Edo State, are currently being held at the EFCC’s Benin office. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has clarified the circumstances surrounding the arrest of controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, also known as Bobrisky. Earlier reports from SaharaReporters indicated that Bobrisky was apprehended on Thursday night at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos while attempting to flee to London amid ongoing bribery allegations. Following his arrest, … Read more
Controversial social media figure and crossdresser Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky, was re-arrested on Thursday night and is set to undergo interrogation regarding allegations of bribery and corruption in Abuja. According to an official from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Bobrisky will be transported to Abuja today (Friday). EKO HOT BLOG reported … Read more
A mild drama unfolded in the House of Representatives on Monday as Gboyega Oyetola, the Minister of Blue and Marine Economy, claimed that a multi-billion-dollar cargo tracking agreement involving the federal government and the International Cargo Tracking Notes (ICTN) was flawed. Oyetola made this assertion while being questioned by a House investigative panel examining the … Read more
The World Bank has leveled serious accusations against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), alleging inconsistencies and a lack of transparency in its financial reporting to the Federal Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). In its Accelerating Resource Mobilisation Reforms (ARMOR) Report released in May 2024, the World Bank highlighted concerns over NNPCL’s opaque financial practices, … Read more
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, may face new criminal charges amid allegations of serving his jail term in a private apartment and bribing officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to drop money laundering charges against him. EKO HOT BLOG previously reported that Bobrisky was sentenced to six months … Read more
The reinstated deputy governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has announced a financial reward of ₦1 million for anyone who can provide credible information regarding the alleged looting of government property. During a press briefing in Benin City on Friday, Shaibu stated that he possesses evidence supporting claims of looting in certain sectors, as well … Read more
The rationale behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision not to intervene in the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) investigation of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has been clarified. Bello, a significant figure in the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a member of the defunct Tinubu/Shettima campaign organization during the 2023 election, is facing … Read more
The Police on Friday announced that three dismissed officers from the Kwara State Command have been charged to court following their misconduct and corrupt actions that led to the death of a student from Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola. The officers, Inspector Abiodun Kayode, Inspector James Samuel, and Sergeant Oni Philip, face charges … Read more
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has issued a warning to state judges against compromising justice in their court rulings. During the opening of the 2024/2025 Legal Year and Re-Dedication Service at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul’s, Anglican Communion in Diobu, Port Harcourt, Fubara criticized certain legal practitioners for what he described as unethical behavior. … Read more
Luxuriating in a posh apartment when he should be doing time for his crime, Bobrisky got on the phone with a friend, disgorging the content of his innards in a flirty, whimpering and entitled voice. The Very Important Prisoner coos, “I called my friend. You know, because I can’t use my account, I wanted to … Read more
Former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi has voiced his frustration over Nigerians’ complacency amidst worsening economic challenges. In an interview with Igbere TV, Amaechi criticised the lack of proactive responses, particularly from the youth, in the face of rising living costs. Amaechi, who previously served as the governor of Rivers State, expressed surprise at the … Read more
Omoyele Sowore, a prominent leader of the #FearlessInOctober protest, has articulated the key demands of the protesters during a demonstration in Lagos on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters, Sowore called on the federal government to release all individuals detained during the recent #EndBadGovernance protests, as well as those from the #EndSARS protests in 2020. Sowore emphasized … Read more
On the eve of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, Joe Ajaero, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), shares a message of hope with the nation. Despite ongoing challenges, he emphasizes the importance of holding the government accountable and striving for a better future. Ajaero acknowledges the resilience and sacrifices of Nigerian workers while addressing … Read more
Controversial social media activist and influencer, Martins Otse, known as VeryDarkMan, has issued an apology to prominent Human Rights Lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, and his son Falz, for implicating them in his recent allegations against Bobrisky. VeryDarkMan expressed his reservations during his appearance before the House of Representatives Joint Committee on Financial Crimes and Reformatory … Read more
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed at least 15 charges against former Taraba State Governor, Darius Ishaku, following his arrest in Abuja on Friday, September 27. The charges, primarily focused on fraud, embezzlement, and criminal breach of trust, revolve around an alleged ₦27 billion fraud during Ishaku’s time in office from 2015 … Read more