Dangote Accuses NMDPRA Boss of $5M Corruption
Aliko Dangote accuses NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed of corruption, alleging $5 million spent on children's school fees. Nigerians react as the billionaire's public composure cracks. Full story inside.
Aliko Dangote accuses NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed of corruption, alleging $5 million spent on children's school fees. Nigerians react as the billionaire's public composure cracks. Full story inside.
NMDPRA boss Engr Farouk Ahmed denies authorising a viral defence against corruption claims. He opts for institutional probe over public brickbat as ICPC reviews 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.
NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed denies issuing a statement on his children's foreign school fees as Dangote petitions ICPC. The House of Representatives also launches a probe. Get the full story.
Nigeria's electricity supply plummets due to gas constraints and a massive N6 trillion debt owed to power generation companies. Find out why the grid remains unstable.
The Federal Government plans a N1.23 trillion bond to clear debts owed to power generation companies and restore liquidity in the electricity market. Read more.
The ICPC confirms receipt of Aliko Dangote's petition against NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmad and pledges immediate investigation into the corruption allegations.
Aliko Dangote petitions ICPC, alleging NMDPRA MD Ahmed Farouk paid $7M for children's Swiss education. Calls for arrest and prosecution. Read the full details.
Aliko Dangote petitions ICPC to probe NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed for alleged misuse of public funds on children's tuition. Lawyers group condemns 'media trial'. Read the full details.
The Debt Management Office has urged state governments to strictly adhere to the Fiscal Responsibility Act when borrowing. DMO DG Patience Oniha says compliance is non-negotiable for sustainable public finance. Read more.
Civil society groups demand President Tinubu act swiftly to remove NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed following Aliko Dangote's corruption allegations involving millions in school fees. Full story.
A coalition of 40 lawyers has condemned baseless corruption allegations against NMDPRA CEO Engr. Farouk Ahmed, warning against media trials that undermine Nigeria's oil sector. Read their full defence.
Aliko Dangote petitions ICPC, alleging NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed misused public funds for children's Swiss tuition. Lawyers group condemns 'media trial'. Full story.
Political activist Timi Frank calls on President Tinubu to suspend NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed for a probe into a $5 million school fees allegation raised by Aliko Dangote. Read the full details and implications for Nigeria's anti-corruption fight.
A coalition of Civil Society Organisations has defended the NMDPRA against claims of undermining regulatory independence. They absolve CEO Farouk Ahmed of corruption, citing his adherence to the PIA. Read the full story.
Nigerian students and civil society groups call for collaboration between Aliko Dangote and NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed, warning against media wars that threaten national stability. Read their full statement.
The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has summoned IBEDC, BEDC, and PHEDC over an alleged N100 billion debt. The companies have 72 hours to appear or face sanctions. Read more.
Political activist Timi Frank calls on President Tinubu to suspend NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed for investigation following Aliko Dangote's $5 million corruption allegation. Read the full story.
A coalition of 40 Nigerian lawyers has dismissed Aliko Dangote's corruption claims against NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed as unfounded, warning against media trials. Read their full statement.
Civil society groups announce coordinated protests in Nigeria, New York, and London, demanding NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed's removal over alleged $5 million school fees scandal. Join the call for accountability.
Labour Party warns Governor Dapo Abiodun against borrowing to fund Ogun's 2026 budget, threatens court action. Details on the N518.9bn debt plan and political showdown.
The House of Representatives committee has summoned Aliko Dangote and NMDPRA leaders to halt public feuding and resolve sector tensions. Read the full details.
The House Committee on Petroleum (Downstream) outlines a legislative push to strengthen local refining and stabilise Nigeria's fuel sector ahead of 2026. Read the full plan.
The House of Representatives has stepped in to mediate the escalating conflict between Dangote Refinery and the NMDPRA. Both parties have been summoned to present their cases. Read the full story.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) threatens to join ongoing protests by unpaid local contractors and pensioners. The party condemns the APC-led Federal Government's staggering debts, calling it insensitive governance.
A 35-year-old construction worker, Joshua, is in police custody after allegedly stabbing his supervisor into a coma over a N10,000 payment dispute in Ikwerre LGA. The victim is hospitalized, calling for justice.
Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere calls for the dismissal of Finance Minister Wale Edun and FIRS Chairman Zacch Adedeji over N4 trillion unpaid contracts, accusing them of sabotaging Tinubu's agenda. Contractors protest non-payment.
Aliko Dangote assures Nigerians of stable fuel supply this Christmas and reveals plans to make Dangote Refinery the world's largest by 2028. Read the full details.
The Federal Government has commenced settling N185 billion in legacy debts to gas producers. This move, approved by NEC, aims to revitalize the gas sector, improve electricity generation, and stimulate economic growth. Read more.
The Federal Government has approved N185 billion to pay legacy debts to gas producers, aiming to restore confidence, boost gas supply, and improve Nigeria's electricity generation. Read more.