Category : Anti-Corruption


Lawmakers Freeze $460M CCTV Payments in Probe

The House of Representatives has directed the CBN to suspend payments to ZTE Corporation over a $460 million CCTV project, citing transparency issues and inconsistencies in execution details.

Lafarge Guilty of Funding Terrorism in Syria

French cement company Lafarge has been found guilty in a Paris court of financing terrorism by paying millions to jihadist groups, including Islamic State, to maintain operations in Syria during the civil war.

Heavy Security at Kaduna Court for El-Rufai Bail Decision

A significant security presence was observed at the Kaduna State High Court as former Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai attended proceedings for his corruption case, with the court set to rule on his bail application amid public anticipation.

HURIWA Demands Probe into $250M Estate Demolition

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria calls for an independent investigation into the demolition of a $250 million estate linked to the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road project, citing concerns over due process and investor confidence, while the Feder

ILA Nigeria Conference on Tax Evasion and Financial Crime

The International Law Association Nigeria hosts a three-day conference in Abuja to address tax evasion, illicit financial flows, money laundering, and corruption. Experts discuss strengthening international law to combat economic crimes threatening nation

Diezani Denies Bribery, Says She Was Targeted in London Court

Former Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke testified in a London court, denying bribery charges and claiming she was targeted and threatened while trying to reform Nigeria's oil sector. She cited kidnappings and missing records as part of her def

El-Rufai Appears in Kaduna Court Amid Heavy Security

Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai appeared at the Kaduna State High Court for a corruption trial, with security heavily beefed up. He was overheard discussing the ADC convention, while also facing separate charges involving N579.6 million and $1.1 mil

Nigeria Mandates Steps Against Terrorism Financiers

The Nigerian government has outlined strict obligations under the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, requiring all individuals and organizations to freeze assets and report suspicious transactions linked to designated terrorism financiers.

HEDA Commends NIS for Suspending Officers in Extortion Probe

The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) Resource Centre has praised the Nigeria Immigration Service for suspending officers and launching an investigation into alleged extortion along the Lagos-Seme border corridor, urging transparency and a

Kano Stakeholders Warn Tinubu on Deputy Governor Appointment

Concerned stakeholders in Kano State have written an open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, opposing alleged moves to pressure Governor Abba Yusuf into appointing a deputy governor facing corruption charges, calling it a threat to the rule of law.

Nigeria Uncovers 45,000 Ghost Workers Via BVN System

The Nigerian federal government has identified approximately 45,000 ghost workers by integrating payroll records with the BVN database, significantly reducing fraud and leakages in public spending through enhanced accountability measures.

DSS DG Ajayi Receives 'Friend of The Media' Award from BON

The Director-General of the Department of State Services, Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, has been honored with the 'Friend of The Media' award by the Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria. This recognition follows his previous award from the International Press

Lagos Adopts NSITF Employee Compensation Scheme

Lagos State has mandated full implementation of the Employees' Compensation Scheme, establishing a dedicated unit. NSITF pledges technical support for governance and worker protection.

Integrity in Nigeria's Public Procurement: Reform Path

Nigeria's Public Procurement Act of 2007 aims to curb corruption and inefficiency, but implementation hurdles persist. This analysis explores loopholes and proposes six pillars for reform to ensure transparency and economic growth.

NASS Backs Ojulari, Tantita in Oil Theft Fight

The National Assembly has strongly endorsed Bayo Ojulari of NNPCL and Tantita Security Services as central to Nigeria's anti-oil theft efforts, citing measurable progress in production and reduced vandalism.

CSOs Decry Poverty Despite N100 Trillion Budgets

Civil society organizations lament that over N100 trillion in federal budgets over two years has not alleviated poverty, with failing services and inequality worsening. Peter Obi criticizes power sector debt approvals.

CSOs, NLC Slam Tinubu on Budget Implementation and Loans

Civil Society Organizations and the Nigeria Labour Congress have condemned the Tinubu administration for constitutional breaches in budget management and excessive borrowing, citing a lack of transparency and rising debt.

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