Sujimoto CEO’s Defence Rejected as Enugu Pursues N5.7 Billion Recovery Ogundele insist he is not guilty and ready to clear his name The State government posit practically abandoned the sites The Enugu State Government has accused Olasijibomi Ogundele, Chief Executive Officer of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, of defrauding the state of N5.76 billion intended for … Read more
I Am Not a Thief, I Will Clear My Name at EFCC – Sujimoto Says it’s a situation of business deal that went wrong Ogundele is a 44-year-old indigene of Ori Ade Local Government Area of Osun State Chief Executive Officer of Sujimoto, Sijibomi Ogundele, has explained the circumstances surrounding his declaration as wanted by … Read more
Outgoing Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has been spotted in Lagos, countering allegations from governor-elect Senator Monday Okpebholo that Obaseki had fled the country. Sources confirmed Obaseki’s presence in Lagos on Sunday evening. Obaseki has served as the Governor of Edo State since 2016, initially elected under the All Progressives Congress (APC) before switching to … Read more
Controversial Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, is a free man once again after a recent encounter with the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) that resulted in his detention for several days. Bobrisky was apprehended while attempting to leave the country through the Seme Border. This incident occurred amid an ongoing investigation into allegations … Read more
The Federal Government has decided to proceed with the money laundering case against Binance Holdings Limited, despite dropping the charges against the company’s executive, Tigran Gambaryan. EKO HOT BLOG reports that on Wednesday, authorities withdrew the $35 million money laundering charges against Gambaryan, citing his poor health and diplomatic pressure as key reasons. Gambaryan, an … Read more
Isaac Fayose, the younger brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, has criticised the arrest of crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, by the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS). Bobrisky was detained at the Seme border while attempting to leave Nigeria for Benin Republic. His arrest coincides with an ongoing House of Representatives investigation … Read more
The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has voiced his support for strengthening the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) rather than abolishing it, following a legal challenge by 16 state governors questioning the commission’s legality. During an interview on Channels TV’s Hard Copy program, Fintiri emphasized the importance of the EFCC, stating, “For me, … Read more
Nigerian crossdresser and social media influencer, Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VeryDarkMan, seeking ₦1 billion in damages over an allegedly defamatory audio clip. EKO HOT BLOG reorts that the controversy started when an audio recording attributed to VeryDarkMan went viral. In the … Read more
The Federal High Court in Lagos has scheduled September 12 for a hearing on various applications related to the asset forfeiture case involving former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele. Justice Deinde Dipeolu announced the date after reviewing submissions from the involved parties. During the hearing, Bilikisu Buhari-Bala, representing the Economic and Financial … 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
Aviation Ministry Sacked Heads Summoned By EFCC Over Alleged Money Launderin Letters of invitation are prepared for officials to explain their roles in fraudulent activities. Tinubu sacked heads of aviation agencies in December 2023, including FAAN, NAMA, NSIB, NiMET, and NCAT. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is planning … Read more
EFCC intensifies efforts against currency speculation and naira manipulation, targeting cryptocurrency platforms. Sources reveal EFCC’s focus on stabilizing Nigerian forex market, not limited to Binance. Spokesperson reaffirms EFCC’s commitment to ensuring sanity within the country’s forex market. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has escalated its efforts to combat currency speculation … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the money laundering charges against former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) Mohammed Adoke. Delivering a ruling on a no-case submission filed by the former AGF, Justice Inyang Ekwo, on Friday, held that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) failed to establish … Read more
Nigerian authorities locate Binance executive Nadeem Anjarwalla in Kenya, intensify efforts for extradition. Economic and Financial Crimes Commission collaborates with international agencies to bring Anjarwalla to Nigeria to face money laundering charges. Extradition process initiated amid allegations of $35.4 million money laundering scheme. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Federal Government has located Nadeem Anjarwalla, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday filed a six-count charge against Idris Olanrewaju Okuneye popularly known as Bobrisky. Bobrisky will be arraigned on Friday before Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court, Lagos. Editor’s Picks Bobrisky Lands In EFCC Custody (Here’s Why) BREAKING: Trial Begins As … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday warned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to stop meddling in the affairs of the National Assembly. This is even as it said the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has done nothing wrong to warrant quitting his position over the suspension of Senator Abdul Ningi. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kogi State Government has leveled accusations against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), alleging a targeted persecution of the immediate past governor, Yahaya Bello. In a statement issued on Friday by the state Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, the government contended that the purported witch-hunt was instigated by certain … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday, called for Senate President Senator Godswill Akpabio to promptly step aside and facilitate an independent investigation into allegations regarding the discreet insertion of a significant N3.7 trillion into the 2024 budget for purported non-existent projects. In a statement issued by the national publicity secretary … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has revealed that the anti-graft agency uncovered how a religious sect in Nigeria is laundering money for terrorists. This was as he also revealed that another religious body was found to be protecting a money launderer after some money suspected … Read more
Mrs. Pauline Tallen, the former Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, is currently in the custody of the EFCC over allegations of money laundering. She was questioned by EFCC operatives at their zonal headquarters in Abuja. The allegations against Tallen are related to corrupt enrichment amounting to N2 billion, including diversion of funds … Read more