…restricting withdrawals from an Osun State statutory allocation account as part of an investigation into the alleged fraudulent handling of about N11 billion in Ecology Funds, Intervention Funds and FAAC allocations. Coming barely days before the August 15 governorship election, however, the action inevitably acquired…
…correspondent. Asked why KAI officials were absent from the locations visited during the investigation, Ajayi said, “Our operations are continuous. However, we close by 5 p.m., so that could be the reason you did not see us.” “We have warned people to stop crossing the expressway, but they refuse. If they are killed, w…
…search of their belongings led to the recovery of 11 Tecno Camon 50 Pro phones. Further investigation resulted in the recovery of 23 additional Tecno Camon 50 Pro phones and one Infinix Hot 60, bringing the total to 35 mobile phones. "The Benue State Police Command has arrested five Pakistani nationals and recovered th…
…for the state police command, Blessing Agabe, confirmed the incident on Friday, saying investigations were ongoing. Agabe, an Assistant Superintendent of Police, stated, “Yes, I can confirm the incident. One of them died. The other was injured and was rushed to the hospital. He is now stable. “However, before our men g…
…was arrested following a report received by operatives of the Command. Preliminary investigation by the police revealed that the suspect allegedly k!lled his father and disposed of the body in a well within their community. The state Commissioner of Police, CP Kabiru Umar Hassan, has ordered a discreet and thorough inv…
…motor parks, roadside trading and other unlawful activities. The commissioner said investigations revealed that suspected hoodlums had deliberately removed key structural materials from the bridge, posing a threat to public safety. "Investigations revealed that suspected hoodlums had deliberately vandalised critical st…
…"The suspects were arrested in different locations by SASA Women and Child Trafficking Investigation Unit. This is a condemnable the act. No individual has the authority to transfer the custody of a child or adopt a child through 'private arrangements' without the involvement of the appropriate government agencies and…
…he described as a “disturbing act of vandalism” beneath the bridge. According to Wahab, investigations revealed that the suspects allegedly removed iron rods, steel reinforcements, cables and other components critical to the bridge’s structural integrity. He said, “Investigations revealed that suspected hoodlums had de…
…releases to ministries, departments and agencies, as well as a joint parliamentary investigation into persistent budget failures. “An Appropriation Act is law, and the Government cannot choose which laws to obey. We therefore demand comprehensive budget implementation reports, full disclosure of capital releases, recon…
…reported at Tarmuwa Divisional Police Headquarters," the statement read. "Preliminary investigation revealed that the incident followed an allegation that a 22-year-old suspect allegedly discovered his wife in a compromising situation with another man near her parents' residence at Danewa-Biriri Village, Tarmuwa Local…
…to the PPRO, the rescued children have been safely reunited with their families, while investigation is ongoing to apprehend other members of the child trafficking syndicate. "Acting on credible and actionable intelligence, operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit, Aba North, apprehended one Nnamdis Lazarus, a 51-…
…the leading causes of preventable loss of lives and property in Nigeria.” It added that investigations had shown “the absence of trained emergency responders within facilities often results in delayed response, poor evacuation procedures, avoidable injuries, and extensive property damage.” According to the statement, o…
…at about 4:00 p.m. on August 6, 2026 at Fadan Chanwe in Kauru LGA following ongoing investigations into the attack. According to the sources, Zakari Yahu Adamu is a Fulani youth leader in the area and is being investigated over his alleged connection to the recent terrorist incident at Naridon Community. The suspect is…
…revelation comes amid an ongoing legal war over P-Square royalties, including an EFCC investigation into allegations that Jude and Paul diverted $1.2 million. While Paul Okoye has hit back, accusing Peter of weaponizing old family drama, the public remains deeply divided between sympathy for Lola and fatigue over the b…
…by concerned family members. Officials have not disclosed the cause of death, and an investigation is ongoing.Coulibaly had recently come under scrutiny over allegations that he operated a fraudulent e-commerce investment scheme in which professional athletes were persuaded to invest in what appeared to be profitable o…
…action follows the EFCC's confirmation that it froze the account as part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged mismanagement of about ₦11 billion in Ecology Funds, Intervention Funds and Federal Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) allocations belonging to the Osun State Government. The commission said the invest…
…report of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission’s investigation into the fictitious Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, with the anti-graft agency recommending the immediate prosecution of Mr Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew. Briefing State House correspondents after presenting t…
…the regulator must be strong, meteorological services dependable, accident and incident investigation independent and aviation training excellent. He, however, said it was equally important for the law regulating the sector to recognise, in practical and sustainable terms, the enormous responsibility placed on NAMA as…
…role is that of a prosecution witness after submitting a petition that led to an EFCC investigation. It contends that once the anti-graft agency completed its investigation and filed charges, the case became one between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the defendants.The commentary also references proceedings before…
…Jude Okoye. In the latest video, Peter claimed documents reviewed during the EFCC investigation showed large sums of money were allegedly transferred from Northside Entertainment accounts into Jude and Paul's personal accounts, while he received significantly less despite the trio allegedly agreeing to share earnings e…
…Yusuf Gagdi, said the arrangement was necessary to avoid interfering with ongoing investigations by the Nigeria Police Force, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission. Gagdi explained that the committee had invited Adeyemi but was informed…
…the Adeleke administration of corruption, saying its officials should face the EFCC’s investigation instead of pointing accusing fingers at the APC. They both spoke on Channels Television on Thursday. Speaking, Alimi said: “The EFCC lacks the power to freeze an account of an individual, not to talk of that of a state w…
…and abdomen." The body has been deposited in a mortuary for an autopsy. Police said investigations are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects, adding that "further developments will be communicated accordingly." by Linda Ikeji at 06/08/2026 11:39 AM | Share this Story
…Agency, the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau. A bill before the National Assembly seeks to reduce the NCAA’s share and increase NAMA’s allocation.
…which have been taken into custody as exhibits pending forensic examination. Preliminary investigation revealed that the arrested soldier had allegedly been absent without official leave (AWOL) and was reportedly notorious for involvement in illicit drug trafficking. All five suspects are currently in custody and are u…