Tag: Corruption

Former Aviation Minister and Brother Face Fresh Charges: Abuse of Office Allegations Mount”

13May

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Aviation, Corruption, Finance, Judiciary, Nigeria, Transportation

Former Aviation Minister and Brother Face Fresh Charges: Abuse of Office Allegations Mount”

In the latest twist of events, former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, finds himself embroiled in yet another legal battle, this time alongside his brother Ahmad Abubakar. The duo is set to be arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of abuse of office related to the awarding of contracts within the aviation ministry. The EFCC's decision to arraign Mr. Sirika comes shortly after he, along with his daughter Fatima and her husband, faced similar charges last week. This time, the allegations revolve around fraudulent awards of contracts amounting to billions of naira. Mr. Sirika, who served as the aviation minister throughout President Muhammadu Buhari's two terms, is accused of leveraging his position to improperly award contracts to a company with...

House of Representatives Probes Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Contract, Afenifere Demands Project Review

10May

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Corruption, Infrastructure, News, Nigeria

House of Representatives Probes Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Contract, Afenifere Demands Project Review

Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigerian House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the controversial Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. The probe focuses on the procurement process and contract award, which are suspected to violate existing infrastructure regulations. Additionally, the prominent Yoruba socio-political group Afenifere has urged the federal government to cease the project, advocating for a critical review of its economic and environmental implications. Alleged Procurement Violations The House of Representatives initiated the investigation upon a motion presented by Hon. Dr. Austin Achado. He alleges that the Federal Ministry of Works, led by Minister Dave Umahi, awarded the 700km highway and rail project to Hitech Construction Company Nigeria Limited throug...

Ex Abia State Commissioner Denies Claims of Financial Impropriety

6May

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Corruption, Justice, News, Nigeria

Ex Abia State Commissioner Denies Claims of Financial Impropriety

John Kalu, who previously served as the Commissioner for Information, Trade & Investment under the administration of former Abia State Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu, has provided additional insights into the contentious forensic audit report released by the government of Alex Otti. Kalu, shedding light on some of Ikpeazu’s accomplishments during his tenure, offered a detailed account of the conception and implementation of the airport project. These details were shared through a statement issued to the media on Sunday. Kalu addressed a publication by the "Whistler" Blog purportedly linked to Governor Alex Otti’s ally, Chief James Chijioke Ume (Koos) of Abam in Arochukwu LGA of Abia State. The publication continued the media onslaught against former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, echoing un...

My Focus is Accountability and Development in Abia State – Otti

6May

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Corruption, News, Nigeria

My Focus is Accountability and Development in Abia State – Otti

In a resolute declaration of his administration's priorities, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State laid out his agenda aimed at fostering accountability, recovering looted funds, and driving development initiatives across the state. Speaking during a solidarity visit in Nvosi, Governor Otti reiterated his unwavering commitment to steering Abia State towards prosperity while addressing pressing issues of governance and financial transparency. Governor Otti emphasized the paramount importance of accountability in governance, asserting that his administration's foremost objective is to reclaim misappropriated funds and ensure that public resources are judiciously utilized for the benefit of the people. Central to this agenda is the pursuit of accountability for the alleged misallocation of fu...

4May

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Corruption, Crime, Finance, Law Enforcement, News, Nigeria

58 Governors Looted N2.187 Trn in 25 Yrs – EFCC

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made staggering allegations that suggest no fewer than 58 former governors of Nigeria have been involved in looting, embezzlement, laundering, or misappropriating a sum totaling N2.187 trillion over a span of 25 years. These revelations were disclosed by the EFCC, excluding seized properties across the globe and other assets under probe, which purportedly amount to billions of Naira. The alleged N2.2 trillion looting spree, as per EFCC's claims, is equivalent to the entire budget of Lagos State for the year 2024, which stands at N2.25 trillion. Moreover, it surpasses the combined budget of the South-East states for 2024, totaling N2.29 trillion. The sum is also notably higher than the 2024 budgets of the North-Central states and N...

Bulkachuwa Denies Influencing Wife’s Judicial Decisions

18Jun

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Elections, Judiciary, Legislature, News, Nigeria

Bulkachuwa Denies Influencing Wife’s Judicial Decisions

Former Senator Adamu Bulkachuwa, who represented Bauchi North during the 9th Assembly, has refuted claims that he had influenced the decisions of his wife, Justice Zainab Bulkachuwa, the former President of the Court of Appeal. He specifically addressed the incident during the valedictory session in the Senate, where he alleged that he used his position to seek favors for his colleagues from his wife but was interrupted by the former Senate President, Ahmed Lawan. In an interview with the BBC Hausa Service on Sunday, Senator Bulkachuwa clarified that his words were misrepresented and that he was not given the opportunity to fully express his thoughts. He explained that he had only just begun his remarks during the valedictory session when he was cut off. He had intended to thank his wi...

Breaking News: EFCC Boss, Bawa, Suspended by Tinubu

14Jun

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Breaking News, Corruption, Economy, Justice, Law Enforcement, News, Nigeria

Breaking News: EFCC Boss, Bawa, Suspended by Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken the decision to indefinitely suspend AbdulRasheed Bawa, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), from his position. The suspension comes as a result of serious allegations of abuse of office that have been leveled against Bawa. The President has deemed it necessary to initiate a thorough investigation into the conduct of the Chairman during his tenure. In an official statement released on Wednesday by Willie Bassey, the Director of Information at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the decision to suspend Bawa was announced. The statement clarified that the suspension was implemented to allow for an unbiased investigation into the allegations brought against him. As part of the suspension ...

<strong>Buhari Stopped Me From Seeking EFCC Probe Of Corruption – Osinbajo</strong>

25Dec

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Corruption, News, Nigeria

Buhari Stopped Me From Seeking EFCC Probe Of Corruption – Osinbajo

Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo has said that President Muhammadu Buhari stopped him from directing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to look into fraud allegations against him. The House of Representatives ad hoc committee on emergency and disaster preparedness had in 2018 indicted the board of National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA. They accused the board chaired by the Vice-President of illegal approval of N5.8 billion north-east intervention fund. A member of the green chamber had claimed that some members of the house are collating signatures to start impeachment of the vice-president. In 2020, Osinbajo was reported to have collected N4 billion from Ibrahim Magu, former acting boss of the EFCC. The vice-president had labeled the claim “baseless” ...

South African Club Banned For Life After Beating Opponent 59-1

9Jun

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Corruption, News, South Africa, Sports

South African Club Banned For Life After Beating Opponent 59-1

A South African club in the lower division of the county’s football system, Matiyasi FC, has been banned for life after scoring fifty-nine goals in one match. Matiyasi FC, who were vying for promotion to the Provincial ABC Motsepe League, beat Nsami Mighty Birds 59-1, with forty-one of the goals scored as own-goals. A player who was recorded to have been given a red card in the first half was also recorded to have scored a goal in the second half. After the match, the South African Football Association (SAFA) regional office in Limpopo summoned Matiyasi FC and Nsami Mighty Birds to a disciplinary committee hearing on 25 May 2022 in Giyani. Read Also: Ghana Match-fixing: Ashanti Gold, Inter Allies Players, Officials Sanctioned Both teams were charged and found guilty of ...

Ramaphosa: I Have Never Stolen Money From Anywhere

6Jun

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Corruption, Crime, News, South Africa

Ramaphosa: I Have Never Stolen Money From Anywhere

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has made a robust defence of his integrity after he was accused of being involved in kidnapping and bribery. Last week, former spy chief Arthur Fraser said the case related to the alleged attempted theft of $4m (£3.2m) in 2020 at one of the president's properties and the alleged efforts to conceal what happened. The president then confirmed that there was a robbery at his farm in Limpopo "in which proceeds from the sale of game were stolen". But then questions were raised as to why he had that sum in cash. Talking to supporters at the weekend, Mr Ramaphosa explained that as a farmer he frequently bought and sold cattle and people often paid in cash. In addition, he denied that the amount stolen was anywhere near $4m. Read Also:...