United States Attorney Susan Lehr has confirmed the extradition of 37-year-old Abiola Kayode from Ghana to the District of Nebraska, where he faces charges related to an alleged $6 million cyber fraud scheme. The announcement was made by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nebraska on Thursday. Kayode, who was listed on the…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced on Thursday its proposal to review the use of Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs) as the sole means of voter accreditation for the upcoming 2027 general elections. This initiative comes as part of broader reforms aimed at enhancing the country’s electoral system, drawing from lessons learned during the 2023…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello in the amount of ₦500 million. Justice Emeka Nwite, who presided over the court proceedings on Friday, stipulated that Bello must provide two sureties, each also valued at ₦500 million. The court emphasized that the sureties…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Senate on Thursday directed an investigation into recent demolitions in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), initiating a probe into the controversial actions that have displaced numerous residents. An investigative committee has been established to examine the demolitions and their legal basis, with a mandate to report back to the Senate within…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called on Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja to dismiss an application filed by former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, challenging the court’s jurisdiction to hear his case. Represented by Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN),…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos, has set aside a bench warrant issued against Ahmed Kuru, the former Managing Director of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON). The warrant was previously issued due to his absence at an arraignment for alleged involvement in a ₦76 billion fraud case. Justice Mojisola…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has defended the ongoing demolition of properties in Abuja, stating that he remains undeterred by accusations and blackmail. Speaking during the distribution of operational vehicles to security agencies at the FCTA Secretariat in Abuja on Thursday, Wike justified the actions of the…
By Ayomide Otitoju FIFA is set to announce on Wednesday that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, while a joint bid from Morocco, Spain, and Portugal has been awarded the 2030 tournament, which will also include matches in South America. The decision will be finalized during a FIFA Congress held virtually, where voting…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commands of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have assured residents of enhanced security measures as both agencies strengthen collaboration. This commitment was highlighted during a courtesy visit by the FCT Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, to the FCT…
