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A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the interim forfeiture of ₦30.7 million believed to be proceeds of fraud linked to the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL). Justice Emeka Nwite granted the order on Monday after ruling that an ex-parte application filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had merit. The court directed that the funds be temporarily forfeited to the Federal Government. The judge also ordered that the forfeiture notice be published in a national newspaper to allow any interested party 14 days to explain why the money should not be permanently confiscated.…

The African Democratic Congress has bdescribed the unfolding crisis in Venezuela as a warning to authoritarian leaders and election manipulators across the world. In a statement issued on Monday, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s interim national publicity secretary, said the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro highlights growing global resistance to illegitimate governments and compromised electoral processes. Maduro and his wife were arrested over the weekend during a United States military operation authorised by President Donald Trump. The couple were later flown to New York to face charges related to drug trafficking and illegal arms dealings. While reaffirming…

Nigeria delivered a dominant performance to secure a place in the quarter finals of the Africa Cup of Nations after thrashing Mozambique 4-0 at the Fez Stadium. The Super Eagles asserted their authority from the opening minutes and took the lead in the 20th minute when Ademola Lookman calmly finished from close range following a well worked move involving Akor Adams. Nigeria mounted relentless pressure and kept Mozambique pinned in their half, creating multiple chances as the 1st half progressed. Their superiority was reflected on the scoreline as they continued to stretch the defence with pace and quick…

Former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua is reportedly weighing the option of retiring from professional boxing following a tragic car accident in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two of his close associates. Joshua’s uncle Adedamola Joshua revealed that the boxer privately informed family members of his decision after the crash, which occurred last week during a visit to Nigeria. Speaking at the family residence in Sagamu, Ogun State, he said the development brought mixed emotions but also relief to relatives who have long worried about the dangers of the sport. According to him, watching Joshua fight has…

Former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro has pleaded not guilty to multiple narcotics related charges following his arraignment in a federal court in New York. Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were taken into custody by United States forces on January 3 after being indicted for their alleged involvement in a large scale narco terrorism operation. Their court appearance on Monday triggered protests outside the courthouse, with demonstrators divided between those demanding his release and others welcoming his arrest. Supporters of Maduro criticised what they described as United States interference in Venezuela’s affairs, while opposing protesters expressed optimism about…

A Magistrate Court sitting in Sagamu Ogun State has granted bail to Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode the driver of the Lexus sports utility vehicle involved in the fatal road crash that affected former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua. Kayode was arraigned on Friday by the police on a four count charge relating to the accident. The charges include dangerous driving causing death reckless and negligent driving driving without due care and attention and driving without a valid national driver licence. The court granted the defendant bail in the sum of ₦5 million with two sureties. He was however remanded in…

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has fixed January 7 for ruling on bail applications filed by the immediate past Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami and two other defendants in an alleged N8.7 billion money laundering case. The other defendants are Abdulaziz Malami the son of the former minister and Hajia Bashir Asabe an employee of Rahamaniyya Properties Limited a company allegedly linked to Malami. Justice Emeka Nwite adjourned the matter on Friday after listening to arguments from lawyers representing both the prosecution and the defence. Malami and his son are currently being held at the Kuje…

EFCC Tells Bala Mohammed to Stop Allegations of Political Persecution The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC has rejected claims by Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed that it is being used by political opponents to persecute him and members of his administration. The anti graft agency described the allegation as baseless mischievous and highly condemnable. It insisted that it operates as an independent institution that carries out its duties without political influence or bias. Governor Mohammed had earlier accused unnamed political actors of plotting to damage his reputation. He specifically alleged that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom…

Former Governor of Imo State Chief Achike Udenwa has declared that he will no longer seek any elective political position in the state. Udenwa made this known while hosting members of his political structure known as Redemption in Owerri. He said the decision was taken to allow younger politicians the opportunity to contest for elective offices and contribute actively to the future of the state. The former governor however assured members of the group that he would remain involved in politics in a supportive and advisory capacity. He said he would continue to play a fatherly role by guiding and…

Seven Nigerian journalists have lost their lives in a tragic road accident that occurred on Monday along the Biliri to Kumo highway in Gombe State. The journalists were said to be returning from the wedding ceremony of a colleague held in Kaltungo when their vehicle was involved in the fatal crash. Reacting to the incident, Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya described the development as shocking and heartbreaking, noting that the state has suffered a painful loss. According to the governor, the deaths go beyond the families of the victims, affecting the entire media community and public service sector in Gombe…