Category: Corruption
Former Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika, to Face Trial for Alleged N2.7 Billion Contract Fraud
The former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, alongside his daughter and two other individuals, is set to appear in court this Thursday to face charges related to an alleged N2.7 billion contract fraud. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is scheduled to present Hadi Sirika before Justice Sylvanus Oriji at the High Court of…
EFCC Vows to Crack Down on Public Fund Theft: “No One Will Get Away With It”
In a resolute declaration, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to taking decisive action against public officials involved in the misappropriation of public funds. EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, delivered this stern warning on Monday during the inaugural President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Leadership Conference and Awards held in Abuja. The…
DAILY NIGERIAN Reporter Umar Audu Wins NUJ Journalist of the Year Award
In a momentous achievement for investigative journalism, Umar Audu, a dedicated reporter from DAILY NIGERIAN, has been honored with the prestigious Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Journalist of the Year Award. Mr. Audu’s exemplary work in investigative reporting has earned him this esteemed recognition, along with a prize of N1 million. The announcement of Umar…
EFCC: 58 Former Governors Under Investigation for Alleged N2.187 Trillion Misappropriation
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made startling allegations against a significant number of former governors, implicating them in the misappropriation, embezzlement, or laundering of approximately N2.187 trillion over a span of 25 years. These allegations highlight the magnitude of corruption within Nigeria’s political landscape. According to EFCC reports, the N2.2 trillion looted…
Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao Sentenced to Four Months in Prison
Former CEO of Binance, Changpeng Zhao, commonly known as CZ, has been handed a four-month prison sentence by a federal judge for violating U.S. money laundering laws. The ruling was delivered during a hearing held on April 30 at the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, presided over by Judge Richard Jones….
Exclusive: EFCC Investigates Alleged Diversion of N7.5 Billion by NSCDC Contractors
In a startling revelation, an investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is currently underway into the alleged diversion of N7.5 billion by contractors associated with the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ahmed Abubakar Audi. According to a reliable source close to the investigation, the entire sum,…
American International School of Abuja Refunds $760,910 Allegedly Paid by Yahaya Bello
In a recent development surrounding the ongoing investigation into the alleged misuse of funds by former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, the American International School of Abuja has transferred $760,910.84 to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This refund comes out of the total sum of $845,852 in school fees that Bello is accused…
N4.6 Billion Traced to Bafarawa’s Son in ONSA Arms Deal Trial
In a courtroom revelation that sent shockwaves through the legal proceedings, a witness in the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) arms deal trial has disclosed that a staggering sum of N4.633 billion has been traced to the account of Dalhatu Investment Limited, with connections to the son of former Sokoto State governor, Attahiru…
Yahaya Bello Allegedly Pays Over $845,000 in Tuition Fees for Children
In a shocking revelation, it has been reported that Yahaya Bello, the Governor of Kogi State, allegedly paid an astounding sum of over $845,000 (equivalent to over 1 billion naira) in tuition fees for his children at the American International School of Abuja. Documents obtained purportedly show receipts of the tuition fees paid by Bello…
EFCC Hands Over 14 Forfeited Properties to Enugu State
In a significant move aimed at fostering cooperation between the federal government and state governments, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over 14 forfeited properties to the government and people of Enugu State. The ceremony, which took place on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, saw the Executive Chairman of the EFCC, Mr. Ola…