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Two NAF officers dismissed over attack on Ibrahim Magu’s farmhouse
Two officers of the Nigerian Air Force have been dismissed for their alleged involvement in the murder of a police sergeant securing a farmhouse owned by the acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Magu.
15 police officers in detention over extortion
The leadership of the Abia State Police Command says it has arrested 15 police personnel under its command for allegedly extorting money from motorists and other members of the public.
Anti-Bello protests ground APC headquarters
Scores of protesters grounded activities at the headquarters of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Abuja, yesterday.
MTN blackmailed Nigeria into reducing $330 million fine – ex-minister
Immediate past Minister of Communication Adebayo Shittu on Thursday explained that Mobile Telecommunication Network (MTN) practically blackmailed the federal government into reducing the over $330 million controversial fine imposed on it by the National Communication Commission (NCC).
Looted Abacha’s £211 million seized by British court
A British court has seized 211,000,000 million pounds looted by the former Nigerian dictator and military head of state, General Sani Abacha.
Banks target federal lawmakers’ severance packages to recover loans
Some outgoing senators are allegedly under serious pressure following their inability to meet their financial obligations to the banks that gave them loans for their elections.
Sergio Ramos: I want to retire at Real Madrid
Sergio Ramos dismissed on Thursday speculation he could leave Real Madrid this summer by insisting he wants to retire at the club and has made up with president Florentino Perez.
Cross River government uncovers N1.3 billion fraud plot
The Cross River Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) says it has uncovered an alleged attempt by a fraudster to defraud it of N1.3 billion from UBE Matching Grant.
Ex-General seeks probe of $2.1 billion recovered from Abuja home
A retired General of the Nigerian Army, Adamu Yusuf, on Tuesday requested an investigation into the circumstances following the recovery of about $2.1bn and other assets by some security officials from a residence allegedly linked to a former public officer in Abuja.
Governor Gaidam: I am leaving Yobe better than l met it
Out-going Governor of Yobe State, Ibrahim Gaidam, said on Tuesday that he was leaving the state better than he met it 10 years ago.
UN: North Koreans ‘forced to pay bribes’ to survive
North Koreans are forced to pay bribes to officials to survive and are living in a "vicious cycle of deprivation, corruption and repression", a UN report says.
President Buhari: Security of Nigeria is on my mind 24 hours of the day
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday assured members of the Northern Governors’ Forum (NGF) that he would not let the nation down on security in the country.
Court acquits ex-President Jonathan’s cousin over $40 million fraud
An Abuja Division of the Federal High Court has discharged and acquitted former President Goodluck Jonathan’s cousin, Robert Azibaola, of $40 million laundering charges filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Presidency: Why we returned seized items to owners
The Executive Secretary of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption, Prof Sadiq Radda, has explained why the Federal Government released some seized items to their owners.
EFCC quizzes town union leader over alleged N200 million fraud
President General of Enugu-Ngwo Town Union, Mr. John Enwu, has been quizzed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, for alleged misappropriation of over N200m belonging to the community.
Sports ministry, AFN meet over refund of IAAF’s $130,000
Less than three days to the expiration of deadline given to Nigeria by the International Associations Athletics Federation (IAAF) to return to $130,000 mistakenly paid to the Athletics Federation Nigeria (AFN), Nigeria may be banned from competing in major competitions across the globe.
Full List: Teni, Burna boy, Mr Eazi bag 2019 BET award-nominations
Popular Nigerian musicians, Teni, Mr Eazi, and Burna Boy have been nominated alongside Cardi B, Drake and Nipsey Hussle for the 2019 BET awards.
Adams Oshiomhole: I would’ve sued doctors that wrongly diagnosed my wife
National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, has called for a review of Nigeria’s medical system so that doctors treat patients only in that aspect in which they have competence.
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Leon Balogun: My dream is to play in Champions League
Brighton and Hove Albion center-back Leon Balogun say he hopes Super Eagles qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
EFCC probes why convicted pension thief is not in jail
A former Assistant Director in the Federal Civil Service, John Yakubu Yusuf, who was sentenced to six years imprisonment last year by the Court of Appeal for stealing about N24 billion from the Police Pension Funds, is reportedly enjoying his freedom.
Police begin manhunt for Osun cultists
Police operatives are on the trail of hoodlums who caused chaos in some parts of Osogbo, the Osun State capital, on Thursday night when they exchanged gunshots.
Senate President Lawan: Ninth National Assembly poised to cover lost grounds for President Buhari’s...
Senate President Ahmed Lawan has said the 9th National Assembly under his leadership is poised to cover lost grounds created by his predecessor, Senator Bukola Saraki.
Ohanaeze: The future of Nigeria is bleak
Ohanaeze Ndigbo, apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, says there is no future for Nigeria except the country is restructured.
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National Assembly leadership: Endorsement of Senator Omo-Agege can cause disharmony within APC – Senator-elect Kalu
“Come tomorrow by the special grace of God and to the admiration of APC members and Nigerians at large, I will emerge as Deputy Senate President in the 9th National Assembly,” Kalu expressed optimism.
No survivors in Indian military plane crash
India on Thursday said there were no survivors from a military plane crash last week in a remote mountainous region close to China.
INEC issues certificate of return to former Governor Okorocha
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), yesterday, finally issued Certificate of Return to the immediate past governor of Imo State, Rochas Okorocha, confirming him the senator-elect for Imo West senatorial district.
Presidential panel refers Senator Nwaoboshi to federal government’s prosecutor for trial
The Special Presidential Investigation Panel (SPIP) for recovery of public property has transferred to the Director of Public Prosecutions of the Federation (DPPF) the prosecution the case of alleged failure to declare assets brought against Senator Peter Nwaoboshi (Delta North) by the panel.
Paris Saint-Germain confirm Leonardo’s return as sporting director
Leonardo has rejoined Paris Saint-Germain as the club's sporting director, the Ligue 1 champions have confirmed.