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Ngige Granted Bail in ₦2.2bn Fraud Case

Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige has been granted bail by an FCT High Court in his ₦2.2 billion contract fraud trial. The court set strict conditions for his release. Read the full details.

Group Storms ICPC, Demands Probe of NMDPRA Chief

A civil society group storms ICPC, demanding an urgent probe into allegations that NMDPRA boss, Engr. Farouk Ahmed, spent $5m on his children's Swiss education. Read the full story.

Farouk Ahmed Denies Dangote Allegation Response

NMDPRA Chairman Farouk Ahmed denies issuing a statement on Aliko Dangote's corruption allegations, thanks him for formal petition. Nigerians demand his suspension. Full details inside.

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.

Jarvis Denies Cheating Allegations in Viral Video

TikTok star Jarvis breaks silence on cheating rumours involving Peller. She claims she never deprived him and gave him "full access." Read full story and see social media reactions.

Land Grabbing May End in Rivers with New Community Committee

Alesa community in Rivers State inaugurates a Land Development Committee to combat land grabbing and fraudulent sales, backed by the state government and traditional ruler. This new system aims to protect investors and ensure secure land transactions.

Nigerian Sentenced to 20 Years in US for Major Fraud

Oluwaseun Adekoya, a Nigerian resident in New Jersey, has been sentenced to 20 years in a US federal prison for masterminding a sophisticated $2 million identity theft and bank fraud operation. Read the full details of the multi-state scheme.

Akpabio Sues Natasha for ₦200b Over Harassment Claims

Senate President Godswill Akpabio sues Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for ₦200 billion, alleging defamation from sexual harassment accusations. She vows to prove her case in court. Read the full details.

Nigerian Sentenced to 60 Months for $1.3m COVID Fraud

Nosa Edokpaigbe, a Nigerian national, has been sentenced to 60 months in a US federal prison for a $1.4 million COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. He will be deported after serving his term. Read the full details.

2Baba's Family Files Police Petition Against Wife Natasha

The family of music legend 2Baba has filed a formal petition with the police against his wife, Natasha Idibia, alleging bigamy, physical assault, and substance abuse. Get the full details on the escalating family drama.

NICON Town Land Crisis Deepens as Residents Seek Full Trial

The land battle inside NICON Town Estate in Lekki intensifies as residents ask the Lagos High Court to discard an originating summons for a full trial. The case, filled with fraud allegations, is adjourned to February 2026.

Delta Land Disputes Kill 10 in Six Months

Delta State faces a surge in deadly land conflicts, with 10 killed in six months. Investigations reveal violence across multiple LGAs, armed invasions, and cult links. Read the full report.

Nicon Town Land Row: Court Adjourns Ruling to Feb 2026

A Lagos High Court will rule in February 2026 on whether a major land dispute in Lekki's Nicon Town Estate should proceed to full trial. Residents allege fraud in a 2010 sub-lease for 5,899sqm of communal land. Read the full details.

FCTA revokes 1,095 property titles over unpaid charges

The FCTA has revoked 1,095 property titles in Abuja's elite districts for non-payment of statutory charges. High-profile names like Patience Jonathan and Ganduje are on the list. Enforcement begins November 25, 2025. Read the full details.

Stakeholders Demand Land Use Act Review for Housing

Nigeria's housing stakeholders call for urgent Land Use Act reforms to unlock $300B in dead capital and boost affordable housing. Minister Dangiwa reveals new digital land registry initiative.

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