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Man kills cousin over ₦1,000 burial refund in Delta

A family gathering in Delta State turned fatal after a 47-year-old man allegedly killed his first cousin during a dispute over a ₦1,000 burial contribution refund. Police have arrested the suspect.

Nigerian Convicted in US for $7.5M Fraud

Olusegun Samson Adejorin, a Nigerian national, faces decades in US prison after a federal jury convicted him of wire fraud and identity theft targeting charities. Sentencing is set for April 2026.

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.

NYSC Opens Portal for Absconded Corps Members

The NYSC has announced a one-week window for absconded corps members to register for the 2025 Batch C remobilisation. The portal opens December 16. Learn the key requirements and deadlines here.

CAC Gives PoS Operators New Registration Deadline

Corporate Affairs Commission sets new deadline for PoS agents to register businesses or face sanctions. Industry faces fresh tension as compliance remains low. Read the full details.

CAC: POS Operators Must Register by Jan 1, 2026

The Corporate Affairs Commission has set January 1, 2026 as the final deadline for all POS operators to register. Unregistered terminals will be seized, and enabling fintechs reported to CBN. Act now to comply.

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.

Lady Recovers N26k Sent to Wrong Opay Account

A Nigerian woman, Akinwade Maj Royal, mistakenly transferred N26,000 to a stranger's Opay account. After a desperate plea, the receiver, Bãbã ÆLī Mãllõwãñ, surprisingly refunded the money. Read the full story of this heartwarming act of honesty.

FG to Clear N4tr Road Contractors' Debt by Dec 20

The Federal Government has set a December 20 deadline to settle all outstanding payments owed to road contractors, following protests over N4 trillion in delayed project financing. Minister David Umahi announced the presidential directive.

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.

CBN Sets New Cash Withdrawal Limits Effective 2026

The Central Bank of Nigeria has announced revised cash withdrawal rules, setting new weekly limits for individuals and corporates to start in January 2026. Learn the new limits and fees.

Adeleke May Quit PDP 2026 Race Over Internal Crisis

Osun PDP reveals Governor Ademola Adeleke may withdraw from the 2026 gubernatorial race unless the party's national leadership crisis is resolved before INEC's December 15 deadline. Full details inside.

NASC to refund N6.93bn for inflated contracts

Audit report reveals National Assembly Service Commission inflated contracts by N6.93bn without due process. Chairman ordered to account for funds or face sanctions. 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.

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.

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