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CSOs to Protest Cancelled Enugu Economic Summit

A coalition of civil society groups will hold a peaceful protest at the NJC in Abuja on February 26, 2026, over the court-ordered cancellation of the Enugu Economic Survival Summit in Lagos. They demand judicial clarity and redress.

Lawyers Condemn Media Trial of NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed

A coalition of 40 lawyers has condemned baseless corruption allegations against NMDPRA CEO Engr. Farouk Ahmed, warning against media trials that undermine Nigeria's oil sector. Read their full defence.

Activist Demands Tinubu Suspend NMDPRA CEO After Dangote Claim

Political activist Timi Frank calls on President Tinubu to suspend NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed for a probe into a $5 million school fees allegation raised by Aliko Dangote. Read the full details and implications for Nigeria's anti-corruption fight.

NANS, CSOs Seek End to Dangote, NMDPRA Boss Rift

Nigerian students and civil society groups call for collaboration between Aliko Dangote and NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed, warning against media wars that threaten national stability. Read their full statement.

NIMC elevates 523 staff, warns against extortion

The National Identity Management Commission has promoted over 500 employees as part of its 2025 promotion cycle. DG Abisoye Coker-Odusote congratulated staff but reiterated a zero-tolerance stance on corruption. Read more on the Commission's renewed focus

Protests Erupt Over NMDPRA Boss's $5M School Fees

Civil society groups announce coordinated protests in Nigeria, New York, and London, demanding NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed's removal over alleged $5 million school fees scandal. Join the call for accountability.

Court Defers Ruling on Chris Ngige's Bail Plea

A Federal Capital Territory High Court has postponed its decision on former Labour Minister Chris Ngige's bail request. Ngige faces EFCC charges over alleged N2.2bn contract fraud. Read the latest details.

CJN Mandates Virtual Hearings to Clear Court Backlog

Chief Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun urges Nigerian courts to adopt virtual hearings to tackle massive case delays. She warns judges against abuse of interim injunctions ahead of 2027 polls. Read more.

CSOs Petition EFCC Over Corruption Claims in BPP

Civil society groups have urged the EFCC to investigate serious graft allegations against BPP's leadership. The Bureau denies all claims, citing transparency reforms. Read the full details.

EFCC Rejects Politicisation Claims, Malami Cries Foul

Nigeria's EFCC insists its anti-corruption war is impartial, dismissing claims of political weaponisation. Meanwhile, ex-Attorney General Malami alleges persecution and demands the EFCC chairman step aside from his case. Read the full details.

CCSO Apologizes to BPP DG Over False Allegations

A coalition of 17 civil society groups withdraws false corruption claims against BPP's Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, issues a public apology, and cancels planned protests. Read the full story.

UK Politician Tulip Siddiq Gets 2-Year Jail Term

British-Bangladeshi MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced in absentia to two years in jail by a Bangladeshi court on corruption charges. She denies all allegations, calling it a political witch-hunt.

El-Rufai Condemns Unequal Sentencing in Nigeria

Kaduna lawmaker Bello El-Rufai criticises the life sentence for IPOB's Nnamdi Kanu versus 20 years for a Boko Haram convict. He warns inconsistent justice worsens insecurity and calls for state police.

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