Naira strengthens as Nigeria exits global financial crime watchlist
Nigeria’s removal from the FATF grey list has strengthened the naira and renewed investor confidence, marking a milestone in the nation’s financial reform efforts.
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Nnamdi Kanu drags FG to court, demands end to ongoing trial
Nnamdi Kanu has filed a new suit against the Federal Government, asking the court to terminate his ongoing trial, citing multiple violations of law and due process.
EFCC secures ₦566bn, $411m, and over 1,500 assets in two years — Chairman
The EFCC says it has recovered ₦566bn, $411m and 1,502 assets in two years, with part of the funds redirected to national programmes including the Students Loan Scheme.
Abuja court in turmoil as police assault Sowore, disrupt proceedings
Armed policemen stormed the Kuje Magistrate Court in Abuja, attacking Omoyele Sowore, lawyers, and food vendors during a bail hearing.
Operation Catalyst: Interpol arrests 11 high-level terror suspects in Nigeria
Interpol has arrested 11 suspected leaders of terrorist groups in Nigeria as part of a continent-wide operation targeting terrorism financing and related crimes.
Niger conducts mass burial for 39 tanker fire victims, donates ₦10m to survivors
The Niger State Government has conducted a mass burial for victims of the Essan tanker explosion, which killed 39 people, and donated N10 million in medical support to survivors.
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House pushes bill to curb presidential control of EFCC
The House of Representatives has advanced a bill to amend the EFCC Act, aiming to limit presidential influence and strengthen the Commission’s institutional independence.
NEC raises alarm over large-scale theft, illegal mining of Nigeria’s solid minerals
NEC has expanded its oil theft probe to include illegal mining after warning that Nigeria’s solid minerals are being stolen without benefiting national revenue.
Admiral Holsey’s sudden exit deepens turmoil in U.S.
Admiral Alvin Holsey’s abrupt resignation from U.S. Southern Command amid Trump’s unauthorized Caribbean strikes has fueled speculation of internal dissent, legal concerns, and growing unrest within the military.
Peter Obi blames Nigeria’s IMF exclusion on indiscipline, poor leadership
Peter Obi says Nigeria’s exclusion from the IMF’s list of Africa’s fastest-growing economies reflects indiscipline, corruption, and poor leadership.