EFCC Boss Hails CCB Online Asset Declaration The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyede has described online asset declaration, introduced by the Code of Conduct Bureau, CCB as an idea whose time has come and a huge step forward in the fight against corruption. He stated this on Monday, March 30, 2026 in a Goodwill Message at the opening of a national workshop themed: “Strengthening Compliance with the Code of Conduct for Public Officers in Nigeria and the Deployment of the Online Assets and Liabilities Declaration Systems (OALDS)”, in conjunction with the European Union, the…
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Court Jails Man for Naira Abuse in Enugu Justice F. O. Giwa-Ogunbanjo of the Federal High Court sitting in Independence Layout, Enugu State, has convicted and sentenced one Iziga Jude Ikechukwu (also known as Easy-money) to one year imprisonment, for abusing Naira notes during his birthday celebration. The convict was arraigned by the Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC on March 26, 2026 on a one-count charge bordering on mutilation of Naira notes to the tune of N81, 700. 00 (Eighty-one thousand, Seven Hundred Naira). The lone -count charge reads: “That you, Iziga Jude Ikechukwu…
Court Grants Final Forfeiture Of N3bn And Properties linked To NNPC Official To Government Justice J.O Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 has granted the final forfeiture of N3,444,000.,000 ( Three Billion, Four hundred and Forty Four Million Naira) and three properties linked to Salihu Nuhu Jamari while serving as the Managing Director of, Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC’s Gas and Power Investment Company Limited, to the federal government. Hide quoted text The properties include ; an uncompleted six bedroom semi-detached duplex, with boys’ quarters at Plot 3168, Asokoro District,…
Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Deepen Strategic Partnership On Security, Technology, And Emergency Response The Honourable Minister of Interior has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the longstanding partnership built on mutual respect, shared interests, and nearly five decades of sustained cooperation. Speaking during the engagement with the Saudi Arabia ambassador and his delegation, the Hon. Minister noted the rare presence of multiple Consuls General as a clear indication of the importance both countries attach to the relationship. He expressed optimism that the collaboration would continue to evolve, delivering greater value and reinforcing institutional…
Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment To Rule Of Law, Human Security, And Gender-Inclusive Justice At ECOWAS Regional Symposium The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to strengthening the rule of law, enhancing human security, and promoting gender-inclusive access to justice across the West African region. This commitment was underscored at the opening of a regional symposium on “Rule of Law, Human Security, Accountability, and Gender Access to Justice in the ECOWAS Region.” Representing the Honourable Minister of Interior, Hon. (Dr.) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani welcomed distinguished participants, including representatives of ECOWAS, the European Union, GIZ, the…
Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Recover AK-47 Rifles In Rivers _Suspect leads operatives to gang hideout as six others escape with gunshot wounds_ In the spirit of ongoing security fortification championed by the 23rd Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have recorded a major breakthrough in the fight against kidnapping, arresting a suspected gang member and recovering two AK-47 rifles, magazines, and ammunition after foiling an abduction attempt in Port Harcourt. The operation followed a distress call received in the early hours of March 20 from a 35-year-old resident, Fadi Nasser, who reported that…
Nigeria Commend Establishment Of The WDO Nigeria has welcomed the establishment of the World Data Organization (WDO). The Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa made the comment while speaking to newsmen at the Inaugural Assembly of the World Data Organization on Monday 30th March, 2026 at the International Conference Centre in Beijing, China. Mr. Ebienfa emphasized the importance of having a secure and rule-based data system for global cooperation, stating that establishing the World Data Organization to drive the process is a “good one”. He also reaffirmed Nigeria’s interest in data management, structured access and collaboration…
Troops Foil Attacks, Seize Two Truck Loads Of Terrorist Logistics, Arrest Terrorist Suspect,16 Suppliers In North East Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have foiled multiple terrorist attacks and intensified offensive operations against insurgent logistics networks, recording significant successes across the theatre between 28 and 30 March 2026. In a major operational breakthrough, troops deployed at Damboa thwarted a planned Boko Haram/ISWAP attack after detecting terrorists’ movement through surveillance systems. The troops engaged the insurgents , forcing them to withdraw in disarray, while follow-up exploitation operations confirmed their retreat. Similarly, troops successfully repelled attempted…
Troops Foil Mass Abduction, Rescue Over 150 Civilians Ahead Of Easter Period Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have once again demonstrated operational dominance and unwavering commitment to the protection of civilians by foiling a planned mass abduction by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Sector 2. The incident occurred at about 1450 hours on 30 March 2026, when troops under Sector 2 deployed at Dutse Kura came under attack while escorting civilians along the Buratai–Kamuya axis. While decisively engaging the terrorists, surveillance assets identified the insurgents attempting to abduct a large number of civilians including…
Man Jails 30 Years Over $62,500 And €36,020 Fraud Justice Ismail Ijelu of the Lagos State High Court, sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Monday, March 30, 2026, convicted and sentenced Olumuyiwa Teniola Idowu and his company, Tennyvans Nigeria Limited, to a total of 30 years imprisonment on a six-count charge bordering on stealing and failure to declare assets amounting to $62,500 (Sixty-Two Thousand Five Hundred United States Dollars) and €36,020 (Thirty six Thousand, Twenty Euro) The offences contravened Section 285 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2011, as well as Section 27(3) of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)…