The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, on Wednesday begged the National Assembly to urgently pass a law to criminalise unexplained wealth. He said Nigeria cannot win the anti-corruption war without legal backing to hold public officers accountable for assets far beyond their legitimate earnings. Speaking during the National Conference…
The United Kingdom Government has announced that it will introduce digital eVisas for most Nigerian nationals applying for study or work visas, starting July 15, 2025. This was made known in a statement issued by the British High Commission in Abuja, signed by Onyinye Madu, and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…
Justice R.I.B. Adeniyi of the State High Court sitting in Ikeja Lagos, on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, convicted and sentenced Alhaji Mohammed Gobir to seven years imprisonment for stealing, obtaining under false pretence and possession of fraudulent document. He was arraigned on March 17, 2016 by the the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on…
The Federal Government, in response to the United States’ new visa restrictions on Nigerian citizens, has called on Washington to reconsider the policy. The US government had earlier announced changes to its visa reciprocity schedule for Nigeria, limiting the validity of certain non-immigrant visas—such as the B1/B2 (business and tourism), F (student), and J (exchange…
The coalition party, the African Democratic Party on Wednesday released the names of its chairmen across states of the country and the Federal Capital Territory. In a post shared on social media, the ADC said the decision was made by the National Secretariat of the party. The party also called on interested members in Akwa…
The woman spotted in a viral video feeding a baby with what appeared to be an alcoholic drink has broken her silence, saying it “was Coca-Cola”. Last week, the Nigeria_Police_Force (NPF) launched an investigation after the clip circulated online with a disturbing caption: “Every night just for her to sleep”. Many Nigerians expressed outrage, assuming…
In a heartwarming show of solidarity and shared purpose, representatives of Community Development Associations (CDAs) across Osun State paid a courtesy visit to my office. As the Senior Special Assistant to Osun State Governor on Community Engagement, it was both an honor and a privilege to receive these dedicated grassroots leaders who continue to play…
Operators of Ponzi schemes in Nigeria have come under the Senate’s spotlight following the passage of a resolution on Wednesday to investigate their activities and other similar online transactions that defraud investors of their hard-earned money. Of particular concern to the Senate is the recent collapse of the Crypto Bullion Exchange (CBEX), which resulted in…
The Oyo State Executive Council has approved the immediate procurement of two surveillance aircraft, valued at N7,763,360,000, to bolster security across the state. This was disclosed in a statement on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, following the council’s meeting held on Tuesday. The statement explained that the two DA 42 MNG model…
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has begun the evacuation of street beggars and miscreants from the nation’s capital. The move followed a directive from the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, that the satellite towns in the FCT be completely rid of street beggars and traders, “one chance” syndicates, scavengers, miscreants, and other social nuisances. Disclosing…