Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation has commenced an investigation into the activities of some officials of the Transport Operations and Compliance Unit (TOCU). The officials were recently accused of extorting owners of abandoned vehicles found impeding traffic. A statement signed on Thursday by the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Kano state government has recently filed a legal suit against the Federal Government, raising concerns of alleged intimidation directed towards the state’s Anti-corruption Commission (PCACC). The government claims that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), and Code of Conduct Bureau have engaged in actions … Read more
The CBN has released guidelines for banks to scrutinize Nigerian senators and politicians’ accounts. The guidelines require enhanced due diligence, identity verification, and transaction monitoring for suspicious activity. Politicians’ accounts will face closer scrutiny, increased investigation likelihood, and potential withdrawal restrictions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released new … Read more
launched into loss of Titan submersible and deaths of five during Titanic dive. Polar Prince cargo vessel lost contact with submersible after launch. Debris field found, multinational search-and-rescue operation concludes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Canadian authorities said Friday they would launch an investigation into the loss this week of the Titan submersible along with … Read more
President Tinubu forms committee to resolve NNPC-FAAC dispute over unremitted funds. Investigation launched into NNPC’s alleged failure to pay N2.1 trillion, reconcile government’s debt. NNPC claims government owes over N4.2 trillion in charges. EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Bola Tinubu has set up a committee to resolve the tussle between the Nigeria National Petroleum … Read more
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has initiated investigations into seven judges accused of corruption. Petitions against 25 other judges, including retired Justice Mary Peter Odili, have been dismissed. The NJC has taken action based on recommendations from investigation committees and has recommended the appointment of 37 judicial officers to various positions.. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Communal crises in Benue state have claimed three lives and led to the imposition of a curfew in Oju town. Multiple houses and food barns have been destroyed, causing injuries and displacements. The government has taken measures to address the conflicts and investigate the causes behind the incidents. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a curfew … Read more
The Chairman of GUWN, George Uboh, discloses his 101-day arrest and detention in 2019 after exposing a forex scam involving former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele. Uboh praises Tinubu for suspending Emefiele He also calls for an independent whistleblower office to strengthen the policy and protect whistleblowers. George Uboh, Whistleblowers Network, arrest, detention, forex scam, … Read more
The Inspector General of Police has ordered an investigation into allegations that Governor Dapo Abiodun used N5 billion in bank-linked vouchers to influence the election outcome. The accusations, made by the PDP candidate Ladi Adebutu, include vote buying and electoral misconduct. Adebutu claims the spending on gift cards exceeds the financing limit set by the … Read more
Naira depreciates further against the dollar at N472.50. Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, suspended; Deputy Governor (Operations Directorate) appointed as acting governor. $77.42 million traded at Investors and Exporters window. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Naira on Friday depreciated further against the dollar at the Investors and Exporters window, exchanging N472.50 to … Read more
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has resigned as a member of parliament amidst accusations of lying to parliament about Covid lockdown-breaking parties. He claims to have been forced out by political opponents and denounces the investigation as a biased “kangaroo court.” The cross-party committee’s findings are yet to be made public, but Johnson has … Read more
The Rivers State Police Command has busted a suspected baby factory in Choba, rescuing six pregnant girls. The prime suspect, Akudo Ozoroh, has been arrested, and she has confessed to the crime. Further investigations are underway to apprehend other potential suspects involved in the child trafficking operation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Rivers … Read more
Seun Kuti apologised and paid for the damaged vehicle after getting into an altercation with a police officer in Lagos. The incident led to the arrest of Seun Kuti for investigation. Seun Kuti risks imprisonment for three years if found guilty of assault against the police officer, as stated under Section 356 of the Nigerian … Read more
Seun Kuti surrendered to the police to aid the investigation following his viral altercation with a police officer in Lagos. The Inspector-General of Police ordered his arrest and a full investigation into the incident. Seun Kuti kept his word of cooperating with the police by visiting the Lagos State Commissioner of Police. EKO HOT BLOG … Read more
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has blamed the CBN for the shortage of passport booklets in the country. The delay in the issuance and renewal of passports prompted an investigation by the House of Representatives. It led to the appearance of NIS boss, Idris Jere, who revealed that major components for producing booklets are sourced … Read more
The Adamawa State Government has ordered an investigation into the “illegal” declaration of the APC governorship candidate during the April 15 supplementary polls. The declaration was later deemed illegal by the INEC returning officer, who declared the PDP candidate as the winner of the election. The state government has called for the prosecution of those … Read more
Police IG, Alkali Baba Ahmed is set to speed up probe into Adamawa REC’s role in elections. INEC sent a letter detailing alleged impropriety of Yunusa-Ari’s actions during April 15 supplementary elections in Adamawa; Nigeria Police acknowledge receipt. Suspended Adamawa REC declared a winner illegally during vote collation and was declared null and void by … Read more
INEC has stated that it does not know the whereabouts of suspended Adamawa State REC, Hudu Yunusa-Ari. The Commission summoned him to appear at the headquarters but failed to do so. President Buhari ordered an investigation and possible prosecution of Yunusa-Ari and all security operatives involved in the controversies surrounding the Adamawa State supplementary governorship … Read more
The executive council members have refuted the suspension of Lagos PDP chairman and Deputy. They were allegedly suspended over anti-party activities during the 2023 governorship elections. The PDP chieftains are currently not suspended. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the report of the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State, Philip Aivoji, and … Read more
The EFCC has requested the Federal High Court in Lagos to dismiss the application by Kogi State Governor to vacate a forfeiture order of 14 properties and N400 million. The properties were reasonably suspected to have been derived from unlawful activities. However, the case has been adjourned until April 20, 2023, for the ruling EKO … Read more