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EFCC Summons Eight Former Ministers Over Corruption Allegations

Jun 16, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

EkoHotBlog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly extended invitations to eight former ministers who served under the previous administration of President Muhammadu Buhari. This online news platform reports that these former ministers have been called in for questioning regarding allegations of corruption. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Friday, June 16th, … Read more

‘I’m Not On The Run’ – Malami Steps Out Of The Shadows As EFCC Set To Probe Loss Of Over $2.4 Billion

Jun 16, 2023.Jun 16, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

EkoHotBlog report that Abubakar Malami, former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation has denied reports that he is on the run to avoid arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of corruption. This is coming after the suspension of the EFCC Chairman Abdulrasheed Bawa by President Bola Tinubu … Read more

EFCC Summons Former Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika

Jun 15, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

EkoHotBlog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has summoned the former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika. This online news platform understands that Hadi Sirika is being summoned to face questioning over the Nigeria Air Scandal currently rocking the country. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Thursday, June 15th, 2023 DSS Invites Suspended … Read more

Fresh Appointment: Meet Abdulkarim Chukkol, New Acting Chairman Of EFCC

Jun 15, 2023.Jun 15, 2023. by Praise Ben

President Tinubu appoints Abdulkarim Chukkol as acting EFCC Chairman, replacing Abdulrasheed Bawa. Chukkol, former Director of Operations, brings vast law enforcement experience from institutions like the FBI National Academy. This appointment reflects Tinubu’s dedication to fighting corruption and ensuring economic stability in Nigeria. EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a swift move following the suspension … Read more

Tinubu Suspends EFCC Chairman Indefinitely

Jun 15, 2023.Jun 14, 2023. by Praise Ben

EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the indefinite suspension of the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, AbdulRasheed Bawa The suspension was to allow for proper investigation into his conduct while in office. The President directs Bawa to immediately hand over the affairs of his office to … Read more

EFCC Arrests 37 Internet Fraudsters In Ibadan

Jun 7, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibadan Zonal Command, on Wednesday, arrested 37 suspected internet fraudsters in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The suspects were Ibrahim Adewale Adegoke; Echeta Oluwabe; Adeyinka Monsuru; Adedeji Adewusi; Uzuh Friday; Ibrahim Olaide; Babatunde Yinus; Rahaman Idris; Adeniji Ebelizer; Segun Bamidele, Ifemade Haruna, Adeyinka … Read more

Group Condemns Corruption Allegation Against Fayemi

Jun 5, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

AGITAD defends ex-Ekiti governor against corruption charges Describes corruption allegation against Fayemi as “poorly scripted effort’ Eko Hot Blog reports that a group of former students of the University of Lagos, under the platform of Akokites Graduates’ Initiative for Transparency and Development (AGITAD), has defended Dr. Kayode Fayemi against corruption allegations by the Economic and … Read more

Trouble For Matawalle As Dauda Lawal Demands Return Of Missing Bullet Proof Vehicles Within 5 Days

Jun 3, 2023. by Praise Ben

Governor Lawal issues 5-day ultimatum for ex-Governor Matawalle to return stolen vehicles. EFCC probes Matawalle for N70bn corruption case while facing bribery allegations. Government aims to recover looted funds and fulfill campaign promises. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has given his predecessor, Bello Matawalle, an ultimatum of five days … Read more

Ex-Women Affairs Minister Tallen In EFCC Custody Over Corruption Charges

Jun 3, 2023. by Praise Ben

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

Fayemi Caught In The Tangled Web Of EFCC Over N4bn Fraud Allegation

Jun 1, 2023.Jun 1, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has quizzed the former Governor of Ekiti state, Dr Kayode Fayemi, over alleged money laundering and misappropriation of N4 billion. EDITOR’S PICKS I Will Not Condone Working At Cross Purposes, Tinubu Warns Service Chiefs Watch Moment Police Officers Chased Motorist To Death Over Fuel Sanwo-Olu In Morocco, Commits … Read more

EFCC Chairman Briefs President Tinubu

Jun 2, 2023.Jun 1, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

EFCC boss reportedly held a meeting with President Tinubu over discussions regarding the battle against corruption in the country. The meeting took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, and it provided an opportunity for the EFCC Chairman to update President Tinubu on the progress made in the anti-corruption battle. One of the key points … Read more

EFCC Arrests 17 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Enugu

May 31, 2023.May 31, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

Recovers cars, phone and computers from the suspect The EFCC says suspects will be charged to court Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s Anti graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC) has arrested 17 suspected internet fraudsters in a sting operation in Enugu State. EDITOR’s PICK: Group Urges President Tinubu To Revisit Corruption … Read more

EFCC Expresses Shock As DSS Denies Entry To Lagos Office In Unprecedented Siege

May 30, 2023. by Praise Ben

The DSS has denied entry to EFCC operatives at its Lagos office on May 30, 2023. EFCC alleges that the DSS denied their operatives entry and barricaded the entrance with armored personnel carriers, affecting their operations. The incident may have wider implications for the nation’s fight against economic and financial crimes. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more

‘We Are Occupying Our Own Facility In Lagos’ – DSS Denies Barricading EFCC Office

May 30, 2023. by Praise Ben

The DSS denies reports of blocking EFCC from entering its Lagos office. The DSS is occupying its own facility carrying out an operation there. The spokesman of the DSS, Peter Afunanya also debunked claims of rivalry between the two agencies. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Department of State Services (DSS) has denied reports that … Read more

EFCC Raises Fresh Alarm Says, High-Profile Politicians, Corrupt Govs Planning Mass Exodus From Nigeria Before May 29

May 20, 2023.May 20, 2023. by Otunba T.J Abass

The EFCC has issued a warning, stating that there is a planned mass exodus of high-profile politicians and corrupt governors from Nigeria before May 29. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a warning to the general public regarding the purported intentions of certain governors and politicians implicated … Read more

EFCC Replies Gov. Matawalle On $2 Million Allegations

May 20, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

EFCC releases response to Governor Bello Matawalle following his accusations. The Zamfara State governor claimed a bribe had been demanded of him by the Chairman of the commission, Abdulrasheed Bawa. The EFCC has criticized the governor’s allegations, stating that he lacks evidence to support his claims. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial … Read more

EFCC Sets To Peel Back The Veil On Zamfara State Governor

May 18, 2023.May 18, 2023. by Ekohot Editor

JUST IN: EFCC Launch Investigation On Zamfara State Governor

EFCC begins an investigation into Zamfara State governor and his alleged connection to N70 billion fraud. The anti-graft agency also confirmed that former Minister of Power, Sale Mamman, who was recently arrested over an alleged N22 billion fraud, remains in detention pending further investigation. The confirmation comes in response to the Zamfara State Governor calling … Read more

EFCC Unmasks And Denounces Sham Recruitment Portal In Its Name

May 17, 2023.May 17, 2023. by Otunba T.J Abass

EFCC has disowned a fake recruitment portal bearing its name. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has alerted the public of a spurious recruitment portal. A statement on Tuesday by the Head of Media & Publicity, Wilson Uwujaren dissociated the agency from the website. EDITOR’S PICKS Prominent First Class … Read more

Corruption In Custody? Two EFCC Officers Charged With Murder Of Colleague During Fight Over Detainee’s Items

May 17, 2023. by Praise Ben

Two officials of the EFCC have been charged with the murder of their colleague following a fight over custody procedures in Sokoto. The incident, occurred, during a disagreement between Assistant Superintendent Apata Odunayo and Inspector Tochukwu Ogbuji regarding the storage of items belonging to a detainee. The EFCC has suspended the two officers and handed … Read more

INEC, EFCC, Others To Discuss Corruption In Nigeria’s 2023 Elections

May 16, 2023. by Praise Ben

The Conversation Africa has put together a panel featuring INEC, EFCC and other experts to discuss corruption in Nigeria’s 2023 elections. The panel aims to address the role of corruption in the last election, highlight lessons learned for future elections and examine women’s participation in politics. Tinubu won the previous presidential election defeating Atiku Abubakar … Read more