Court dismisses N1bn fraud case against MTN ex-staff
Lagos High Court acquits MTN ex-staff and contractor in N1bn fraud case after settlement. EFCC ordered to return seized assets and properties immediately.
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NOA to Drive Public Tax Law Education Before 2026
National Orientation Agency partners with tax committee to educate Nigerians about new Tax Act benefits starting January 2026. Learn how this affects you and combat misinformation.
Watchdog Defends PIA Implementation Against ₦1 Trillion Claim
Niger Delta accountability network refutes House Committee claims, says Petroleum Industry Act implementation is on track and bringing stability to oil sector. Read full details.
Okorocha's Niece Charged in N17m Land Scam
Uche David Obinali, niece of ex-Governor Rochas Okorocha, faces fraud charges for an alleged N17 million land scam in Abuja. She pleaded not guilty and was granted bail. Read the full details.
$2bn Power Investments Flow into Nigeria After Reforms
Nigeria attracts over $2 billion in energy investments due to Electricity Act 2023 reforms. Minister Adelabu reveals decentralized power market driving investor confidence nationwide.
FCTA Enforces 1,095 Abuja Property Title Revocations
The FCT Administration has begun enforcement on 1,095 revoked property titles in highbrow Abuja districts. Owners failed to settle ground rent and other statutory payments despite repeated notices.
Senate Amends Terrorism Act to Fight Kidnapping
Nigeria's Senate begins process to amend Terrorism Act, classifying kidnapping as terrorism with death penalty. Committee investigates Safe School Initiative amid rising abductions.
Nigerian Man Convicted in US Romance Scam
Saheed Sunday Owolabi, a Nigerian man, faces 40 years in US prison for wire fraud and money laundering in romance scams. Read the full story of the cyber fraud conviction.
EU Could Fine Elon Musk's X Platform by 2025 End
The European Union may impose a fine on Elon Musk's X platform for violating digital content rules by end of 2025. Discover how this landmark case tests EU's tech regulation power.
SEC Sets January 2026 Deadline for ISA Compliance
Nigeria's SEC mandates all capital market operators to declare ISA 2025 compliance and register tradable instruments by January 2026. Dr. Agama announces new era for market transparency.
Senate Approves Death Penalty for Kidnapping
Nigerian Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, imposing mandatory death penalty. Recent abductions in Kano, Niger, Kwara, and Kebbi states highlight urgent security crisis.
Senate Recommends Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Nigeria's Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, mandates death penalty for convicts. Read how this new resolution aims to combat rising insecurity.
EU Targets Shein Over Childlike Sex Dolls
European Union intensifies pressure on Shein following French uproar over childlike sex dolls sale. Platform faces suspension threat as EU investigates systemic consumer risks.
Doctor Helps Boy Reading Under Streetlight, Video Goes Viral
A Nigerian doctor's heartwarming encounter with a boy studying under a flickering streetlight has gone viral on TikTok. Discover how a simple act of kindness inspired thousands online.
EU Lawmakers Seek Easier Suspension of Shopping Platforms
EU lawmakers call for easier suspension of e-commerce platforms like Shein following outrage in France over the sale of childlike sex dolls. A court will hear the case on December 5.
N1.6trn Niger Delta cleanup funds lost - Reps
House Committee reveals Nigeria lost N1.6 trillion in Niger Delta cleanup funds due to PIA non-implementation. Environmental crisis worsens as communities suffer.
N850bn PIA Environmental Funds Not Implemented - Reps
House Committee warns of deepening ecological devastation in Niger Delta as Petroleum Industry Act environmental funds remain unimplemented four years after passage. Urgent action needed.
N1.65trn PIA Funds Denied to Niger Delta
House Committee exposes how Niger Delta lost N1.65 trillion in environmental cleanup funds due to PIA implementation failures. Lawmakers demand immediate action.
Reps query non-implementation of PIA environmental funds
House of Representatives committee warns of deepening ecological crisis in Niger Delta as ₦1.65 trillion environmental funds remain unimplemented four years after PIA enactment. Urgent action needed.
Nigerian sentenced for $290K COVID-19 fraud in US
Temitope Bashua, 29-year-old Nigerian, sentenced to 30 months in US prison for $290,000 COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. Learn details of the case and consequences.
Rivers revokes land for waste disposal facility
Rivers State Government acquires 65,757.74m² land in Igwuruta for REWAMA waste disposal project under public interest. Read details on the Land Use Act invocation.
Tech Giants Deactivate 28M Nigerian Fraud Accounts
Google, LinkedIn and TikTok removed over 28 million Nigerian accounts linked to fraud and harmful content in one year. Learn how this affects online security.
Senate Confronts Nigeria's Health Funding Gap
Senate President Godswill Akpabio warns Nigeria's health funding falls critically short of commitments. The Senate moves to pass key bills, including doubling the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund, to tackle systemic crises.
UK Rejects Nigeria's Request for Ekweremadu
The UK government has refused Nigeria's request to deport former Senator Ike Ekweremadu, who is serving a prison sentence for organ trafficking. Learn the details of this landmark case.
UK Rejects Ekweremadu's Prison Transfer to Nigeria
UK government denies Nigeria's request for Ike Ekweremadu to serve organ trafficking sentence at home. Former Deputy Senate President must complete 9-year term in UK prison.
US Warns Nigerians of Fake Jobs and Visa Scams
The US Mission in Nigeria warns citizens about sophisticated fake job and visa scams. Learn how to spot fraud and protect yourself from losing money.
Nigeria's Petroleum Reforms Earn Continental Recognition
Pan African Parliament commends Nigeria's petroleum sector reforms and PIA implementation. Nigeria's oil production rebounds to 1.7 million barrels daily, becoming Africa's benchmark for oil governance.
Former Anchor Sentenced in Massive COVID Fraud Case
Disgraced ex-TV anchor Stephanie Hockridge sentenced to 10 years for multi-million dollar COVID fraud scheme. Ordered to pay $64M restitution for fake PPP loans.
Kano Pushes for Stronger Broadcasting Standards in Nigeria
Kano State Government has submitted a memorandum to the Senate for NBC Act review, aiming to tackle misinformation and set ethical standards for digital media. Read the full story.
Tailor apprentice jailed for N450k internet fraud
A Federal High Court in Lagos has sentenced a tailoring apprentice to one year imprisonment for defrauding a victim of N450,000 through internet fraud. Read the full details of the judgment.
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