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EFCC to Probe Kogi Local Government Funds

The EFCC vows to investigate alleged diversion of Kogi LG funds following a youth protest. Groups demand transparency and accountability in grassroots governance.

N600m Ransom Demand for Kidnapped Kaduna Priest

Bandits release photos of abducted Kaduna Anglican priest Ven. Edwin Achi and wife Sarah after demanding N600m ransom. The couple was kidnapped from Nissi community on October 28, 2025.

Yanga FM Makes History with ₦1 Million Giveaway

Yanga FM, Nigeria's first urban-pidgin radio station, has made broadcasting history by awarding ₦1 million to its first caller. Discover how this groundbreaking moment is reshaping Nigerian radio.

TETFund opens N1.39bn female hostel in Rivers

TETFund has commissioned a new N1.39 billion, 244-bed female hostel at Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori, to ease student accommodation. The N50m student grant is also on track.

Reps Threaten Arrest in Naira-for-Crude Probe

The House of Representatives issues a 7-day ultimatum to MDAs, threatening arrest warrants for non-compliance with the Naira-for-Crude Oil policy investigation. Full details on the escalating standoff.

Reps Probe 17 Years of Power Sector Investments

Nigerian House of Representatives launches a full-scale investigation into all power sector investments and reforms from 2007 to 2024, vowing to correct 17 years of failure.

Bandits Kill Victim After N70m Ransom in Niger

Bandits brutally murdered Usman Buhari after collecting N70 million ransom from his family in Niger State. The victim was kidnapped along Mokwa-New Bussa Road. Read more about this tragic security failure.

Actor Taye Arimoro sues Peggy Ovire for ₦100m

Nollywood actor Taye Arimoro files lawsuit against Peggy Ovire demanding ₦100 million compensation for alleged assault and rights violation on movie set. Read full details.

Reps Probe Billions Lost in Oil, Agriculture, Properties

The House of Representatives launches a major investigation into massive revenue leakages in Nigeria's oil sector, Anchor Borrowers' Programme, and over 11,000 abandoned federal properties valued at N20 trillion.

FG Opens N50m Student Venture Capital Grant Portal

Nigerian students can now apply for the FG's N50 million equity-free venture capital grant. Applications open at svcg.education.gov.ng for STEMM innovations with Google partnership benefits.

Guard Found Dead at Igbaye Workplace, Police Probe

Police in Osun State are investigating the death of security guard Basiru Aminu, found deceased at his Oke Ola, Igbaye workplace. No violence marks were found on the body. Read for details.

Okorocha's Niece Charged With N127M Fraud

Rochas Okorocha's niece, Uche David Obinali, faces fraud charges for allegedly scamming philanthropist Daniel Kanu of N127 million. Court proceedings continue November 11.

Nigerian Bank to Close Accounts Under N7.5M Balance

Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria will close customer accounts with less than N7.5 million in February 2026. Learn about the new requirements and branch closures affecting personal banking customers.

Nigeria probes $4.6bn health grants management

The House of Representatives investigates the management of over $4.6 billion in health grants from Global Fund and USAID received between 2021 and 2025 to ensure transparency and accountability.

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