Category : Anti-Corruption


Nigeria's Chichidodo Problem: Defending Corruption

Columnist Folorunso Adisa examines the social cost of defending politically exposed persons like Abubakar Malami and Farouk Ahmed facing EFCC allegations. Explore the impact on justice and public resources.

FG: No Accounts, No Funds for MDAs in 2026

Federal Government warns ministries and agencies to submit financial statements by Dec 31, 2025, or face indefinite fund suspension and sanctions. Full compliance required for continued access to treasury.

NUPRC Leads 357 MDAs in ICPC Ethics Assessment

Nigeria's upstream oil regulator, NUPRC, ranked first in the ICPC's 2025 ethics evaluation. The top score signals strong governance reforms and boosts investor confidence in the sector. Read the full analysis.

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.

Court forfeits N5.2bn lands for Jonathan estate to FG

A Federal High Court in Abuja has permanently forfeited two high-value plots of land meant for the Goodluck Jonathan Legacy Model Housing Estate to the Federal Government. The ICPC secured the order to ensure the project benefits end-users.

Group Warns of Plot to Arrest Atiku, Amaechi, El-Rufai

A civil society group warns of a coordinated plan to arrest leading opposition figures like Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi, alleging a strategy to weaken opposition and create a one-party state in Nigeria.

ICPC Takes 4th Place in Federal Website Rankings

Nigeria's ICPC achieves 4th position among 200+ MDAs in the Federal Government's latest website performance scorecard. The ranking highlights progress in digital governance and anti-corruption efforts. Read more.

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.

Alaafin: Only Oyo Throne Can Confer Yorubaland Titles

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, states that only the Oyo throne has the historical and legal authority to install chieftaincy titles bearing the name 'Yorubaland'. Read the full details.

Auditor-General Flags N288bn INEC Irregularities

The 2022 Auditor-General's report reveals N288 billion in financial irregularities within INEC from 2018-2019, citing procurement flaws and undocumented payments. Read the full details and calls for accountability.

NRC warns staff against unauthorised sale of properties

NRC MD Dr Kayode Opeifa issues a stern warning to railway managers over illegal leasing and sale of corporation's landed properties. Read the full details of the internal memo and the ongoing 17-year dispute.

BPP Saves ₦1 Trillion, Sets New Procurement Record

The Bureau of Public Procurement has saved Nigeria over one trillion naira in one budget cycle through price reforms. This historic achievement is being celebrated as a major win for transparency and fiscal discipline. Read more about this landmark feat.

Yoruba Youths Oppose Title for Ex-Governor Yari

The Yoruba Youth Council opposes the Alaafin of Oyo's plan to honour former Zamfara Governor Abdulaziz Yari with a chieftaincy title, citing his record on banditry and insecurity. Read the full story.

Gombe Chief of Staff's Driver Threatens Critics

Shocking leaked audio reveals the driver to Gombe's Chief of Staff threatening to break limbs of youths who criticised his principal. This follows a viral assault video. #Gombe #Impunity

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.

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