The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 48 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud, commonly referred to as Yahoo Boys, in Abia State, South-East Nigeria. The EFCC announced on Monday that the arrests took place on Friday…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has imposed a $250 million penalty on Dozy Mmobuosi, the former CEO of Tingo Group, a Nigerian company, for inflating the company’s financial performance figures. The SEC’s investigation, which commenced in 2023, uncovered…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered that 10 of the 124 youths detained in connection with the #EndBadGovernance protests be held at Kuje Correctional Centre until September 11, when their trial and bail requests will be reviewed. Justice…
On Monday, the Nigeria Police Force announced that Andrew Wynne, a British national also known as Andrew Povich, and Nigerian Lucky Obiyan are wanted for their alleged roles in a plot to overthrow the country’s democratically elected government. According to…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called former Rivers State Governor and Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike to answer charges of anti-party activities. PDP Deputy National Publicity Secretary Ibrahim Abdullahi announced this on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, revealing that…
On Monday, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reiterated China’s commitment to collaborating closely with African nations to ensure the success of the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit. He emphasized China’s readiness to host the event, which is set…
A fire erupted at the Katsina State Government House on Monday morning, consuming the esteemed Red Chamber, a key component of the governor’s office where important meetings with distinguished guests and stakeholders are frequently held. During the blaze, heroic efforts…
The Incorporated Trustees of Computer Village Market Traders and Stakeholders Joint Management in Lagos have warned Chief Mrs. Folasade Tinubu-Ojo to stop interfering in market affairs, referencing a Lagos State High Court ruling from December 8, 2020. This ruling forbids…
By Matthew Denis The Director General of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General YD Ahmed has called on the Corp members embrace projects that will be impactful to their hosts communities. The DG made the disclosure while warning Corps…
In response to its worst drought in a century, Namibia plans to cull over 700 wild animals to address severe food insecurity. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism announced that the culling will include 83 elephants, 30 hippos, 60…
