By Miriam Humbe Justice R.I.B. Adeniyi of the State High Court sitting in Ikeja Lagos, on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, convicted and sentenced one Mohammed Gobir to seven years imprisonment for N300m fraud. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Spokesperson disclosed this in a statement. His journey to prison began after he was arrested by the operatives of EFCC at his Ikoyi, Lagos residence on September 12, 2015, following a petition received by the Commission from an outdoor advertising company, Afromedia. Gobir, according to the petitioner, was introduced to the Company by its private placement consultants, Synergy Capital Advisory Limited, sometime in…
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By Miriam Humbe The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyede has advised members of the public to apply care in choosing where to invest their money so as to avoid being ripped off in fraudulent schemes. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Spokesperson disclosed this in a statement. He gave the advice in Abuja on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at a Public Lecture in commemoration of the 2025 African Union Anti-corruption Day, themed, “Understanding Virtual Asset and Investment Fraud, held at the EFCC’s Headquarters. Olukoyede said: “Understanding virtual assets and investment fraud will not be complete without…
By Miriam Humbe The scheduled ruling on the No-case submission filed by a former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, before Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos was stalled on Thursday, July 10, 2025, due to the absence of the Judge. Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s Spokesperson disclosed this in a statement. The EFCC had, on Tuesday, July 2, 2019, re-arraigned Fayose and Spotless Investment Limited on an 11-count charge bordering on money laundering and stealing to the tune of N6.9bn (Six Billion Nine Hundred Million Naira). The defendants had first been arraigned on October 22,…
By Miriam Humbe Arising from the forecasted heavy rainfall expected as the season progresses, the Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps, Shehu Mohammed has called on drivers to ensure that they imbibe precautionary measures while transiting from one destination to another. Olusegun Ogungbemide, Assistant Corps Marshal Corps Public Education Officer Federal Road Safety Corps disclosed this in a statement. In the guide, the Corps Marshal explained that driving in the rain can be risky because one’s visibility is reduced and there are usually hazardous and slippery conditions on the road, as such, motorists are always urged to take precautions while…
By Miriam Humbe The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, on 11 July 2025, went on Operational visit to Adamawa State, where he also paid a courtesy visit to the State Governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau disclosed this in a statement signed on Saturday. The visit was in a renewed effort to enhance national security and foster an enabling environment for economic growth and development. The CDS said that the visit aimed at assessing the operational readiness of troops, understanding their challenges, and identifying areas requiring additional support. General Musa commended…
By Miriam Humbe The Force Commander (FC) Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), Major General Godwin Mutkut and the 4th Joint Military Region of Cameroon Armed Forces Major General Saleh Mahamadou have pledged to conduct a robust collaboration to decisively counter insecurity in the Lake Chad Basin. A statement signed by Chief Military Public information Officer Army MNJTF, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba said this was in a strategic move at enhancing security and stability in the Lake Chad region. The pledge was made during a strategic operational visit by the FC to headquarters of operation emergence 4 During the visit Major…
The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) wishes to clarify recent reports and Public discourse surrounding the appointment of Yomi Odunuga as Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the SGF. We hereby state unequivocally that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, has formally and definitively appointed Yomi Odunuga as his Personal Special Adviser on Media and Publicity. In this capacity, Mr. Odunuga will provide strategic media advisory support to the SGF and collaborate closely with the Director, Information and Public Relations, to enhance the Office’s communication framework. We…
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in the United Kingdom. Speaking on behalf of the Federal Executive Council (FEC), the SGF described President Buhari as a true patriot, statesman, and disciplined leader who served Nigeria with honour and integrity. He noted that President Buhari’s legacy—spanning his leadership as military Head of State (1984–1985) and as a democratically elected President (2015–2023)—was defined by a resolute fight against corruption, a commitment to national unity, and unwavering dedication…
By Miriam Humbe The Nigeria Police Force, through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB) Abuja, has successfully apprehended and repatriated a Chinese fugitive, Mr. Chen Gaochong, to the People’s Republic of China. ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer FPRO disclosed this in a statement. The operation was in close collaboration with Chinese Police authorities and in accordance with international law enforcement protocols. The strategic operation marked a significant milestone in transnational police cooperation and the global fight against financial crime. Mr. Chen Gaochong, a male national of China, was declared wanted by the Peixian Public Security Bureau of…
By Miriam Humbe Operatives of the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 48 suspected internet fraudsters in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head, Media & Publicity disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. Their arrest followed surveillance and credible intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities. Items recovered from them include a pump action rifle, five high-end cars, a motorbike, several mobile phones, laptop computers and incriminating documents. They will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
By Miriam Humbe Justice D.E. Osiagor of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday , July 10, 2025, ordered the interim forfeiture of a property in ljaiye Ojokoro, Lagos State linked to a couple, Emmanuel Chukwudi Chinyere and Ebere Vivien Chinyere, over alleged obtaining by false pretence. EFCC’s Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. The property is located at No. 5/7 Kasali Aremu Street, Abiok Bus Stop, Jankara ljaiye Ojokoro, Lagos State. The Judge gave the order, following a motion ex parte filed and argued by the counsel to the Economic and…
By Miriam Humbe Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, sitting in Maitama, Abuja, on Friday, July 11, 2025 adjourned till July 23, 2025 for ruling on the no case submission of the former Benue State governor, Gabriel Suswam. Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Spokesperson disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday. Suswam, the first defendant alongside, his Commissioner of Finance, Omodachi Okolobia are facing an 11-count amended charge for allegedly diverting N3.1 billion, being part of proceeds from the sales of the State government’s shares held on its behalf by the Benue Investment and Property Company Limited through Elixir…