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Nigeria Earns N1.28bn for AFCON 2025 Knockout Spot

Nigeria's Super Eagles have banked $800,000 (N1.28bn) for reaching the AFCON 2025 Round of 16. Discover the full prize money breakdown and what's at stake as they chase the $10 million top prize.

EFCC Traces N212bn Properties to Ex-AGF Malami

The EFCC has traced 41 properties valued at N212.9 billion to former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami. He faces money laundering charges. Read the full list and details.

Italy Forces Meta to Allow Other AIs on WhatsApp

Italian regulators order Meta to suspend new terms that lock WhatsApp's 3B+ users into Meta AI. An EU antitrust probe is also underway. Read the latest on the tech giant's market dominance battle.

EFCC Warns Banks: Delays Stall Investigations

EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede warns banks' compliance officers that slow information release is hampering anti-corruption probes. He insists on full cooperation to safeguard Nigeria's financial system. Read more.

EU Probes Czech State Aid for Dukovany Nuclear Plant

The European Commission has launched an inquiry into Czech government support for two new nuclear reactors. The probe focuses on a multi-billion euro loan and price guarantee scheme. Read the full details.

ICPC Invites Dangote in $7M Ex-NMDPRA Boss Probe

The ICPC has invited Aliko Dangote to provide evidence in his corruption petition against former NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed, who allegedly misused over $7 million in public funds. The probe continues despite Ahmed's resignation.

Reps Probe Alleged Alterations to Passed Tax Laws

The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into claims that recently passed tax laws were altered after approval. A seven-member committee will examine the discrepancies.

Probe Ex-NMDPRA Boss Despite Resignation – Timi Frank

Comrade Timi Frank insists anti-graft agencies must investigate Farouk Ahmed after his resignation. He warns that silence on the $7 million allegations could erode public trust and hurt Nigeria's investment climate.

NBA: Resignation Not Exoneration for Ex-NMDPRA CEO

The Nigerian Bar Association insists on a full investigation into Aliko Dangote's corruption allegations against Farouk Ahmed, warning that resignation must not end the matter. Read the full story.

EFCC Raids Malami's Homes, Offices in Abuja, Kebbi

EFCC operatives have raided former AGF Abubakar Malami's properties. The agency confirms the search is part of a probe into 18 offences including money laundering. 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.

ICPC to Probe NMDPRA Boss After Dangote's Petition

Nigeria's ICPC confirms it will investigate NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed over Aliko Dangote's petition alleging $7M in school fees. The House of Representatives also launches a parallel probe.

Reps to Probe Nigerian Aircraft Detention in Burkina Faso

The House of Representatives resolves to investigate the detention of a Nigerian military aircraft and personnel in Burkina Faso. Lawmakers call for urgent diplomatic action via ECOWAS and AU frameworks for their release.

Civil Society Calls for Probe into Matawalle's Banditry Links

The Democracy Watch Initiative urges an independent investigation into allegations linking Defence Minister Bello Matawalle to bandit groups. The group stresses transparency and urgency to protect national security and public trust.

Senate Orders Probe into False Akpabio Health Claims

The Nigerian Senate has directed the NSA to investigate the source of false online reports claiming Senate President Akpabio collapsed. Read the full story on the probe into this destabilising misinformation.

Arrest Warrant Looms for Obaseki in MOWAA Controversy

Edo Assembly's ad-hoc committee threatens to issue an arrest warrant for ex-Governor Godwin Obaseki for snubbing the MOWAA and Radisson Hotel probe. The committee vows to proceed with its investigation. Read the full details.

House Issues 72-Hour Ultimatum to PAP Boss Over N26bn

The House of Representatives demands PAP Coordinator Dennis Otuaro appear before its committee over N26bn audit queries. Failure could lead to an arrest warrant. Meanwhile, nine PAP scholars graduate in the UK.

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