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Days of reckoning: How El Rufai’s controversial legacy is catching up with him

Nasir El Rufai, former governor of Kaduna State and ex minister of the Federal Capital Territory, is facing intense scrutiny as corruption probes and public backlash put his record in office under a harsh spotlight. Once seen by many as a tough reformer, he is now battling allegations of financial mismanagement, human rights abuses and divisive politics from his years in power. Investigations ordered by his successor, Governor Uba Sani, and followed up by anti graft agencies have reportedly uncovered huge debt overhangs, controversial loan deals and contracts said to have been paid for but not executed. A Kaduna State House of Assembly ad hoc committee recommended his prosecution, accusing his administration of abuse of office, inflated contracts, money laundering and diversion of public funds. Critics also point to El Rufai’s long record of polarising decisions and statements, including mass […]

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ICPC raids El Rufai’s Abuja home amid corruption probe

Operatives of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission have searched the Abuja residence of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El Rufai. The raid took place on Thursday while the former governor remained in the custody of the anti graft agency over an ongoing investigation. El Rufai’s media aide, Muyiwa Adekeye, confirmed the operation in a brief statement, saying ICPC officials searched the entire property. His lawyer, Ubong Akpan, condemned the search, describing it as unlawful and a violation of his client’s fundamental rights and due process. ICPC had earlier disclosed that El Rufai was in its custody in connection with investigations into alleged financial misconduct during his tenure as governor from 2015 to 2023. The commission has not yet released detailed information on the specific allegations or items sought during the home search. Before he was picked […]

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ICPC invites Dangote over 7m dollars school fees claim

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has invited billionaire businessman Aliko Dangote over his petition against the immediate past chief executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Farouk Ahmed. Dangote is expected to appear or be represented by his lawyer, Ogwu Onoja, when a formal investigation into the petition begins on Monday.​ A special panel of investigators was set up on Friday to handle the case, underscoring the importance the commission places on the allegations. ICPC has asked Dangote to submit documents and other evidence to back his claims, stressing that anyone who makes accusations must provide proof or leads for investigators to follow.​ In the petition, submitted on Tuesday through his lawyer, Dangote accuses Farouk Ahmed of corruption, abuse of office, and living far above his means as a public officer. He alleges […]

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Malami released after EFCC grilling, to return for another session

Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has been released after hours of questioning by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in Abuja. Posting on his X account early Saturday, Malami confirmed that he had left EFCC custody and was scheduled to return for another meeting with investigators.​ He said the anti-graft agency questioned him on issues related to his time in office and that he was cooperating fully with the process. Malami reiterated that he had nothing to hide and restated his pledge to honour every EFCC invitation as a law-abiding citizen.​ The former minister had earlier disclosed that the EFCC invited him to provide clarifications on certain matters, widely believed to be linked to decisions taken during the Buhari administration, including asset recovery and contract approvals. He has consistently maintained that his eight years […]

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EFCC summons former AGF Abubakar Malami for questioning

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has invited former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, for questioning. Malami, who served as AGF and Justice Minister from 2015 to 2023 under former President Muhammadu Buhari, disclosed the development on his Facebook page on Friday.​ He confirmed receiving a formal invitation from the anti-graft agency and said he would honour it as a “law-abiding and patriotic citizen.” Malami told family, friends and the public that he was being asked to provide clarification on certain matters and that he had no hesitation in appearing before the EFCC.​ The former minister reiterated that his years in public office were guided by honesty, integrity and accountability. He stressed that these principles remain central to his approach to governance and his response to the ongoing inquiry.​ Malami also promised to keep Nigerians […]

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CSOs allege threats over Kano N6.5bn scandal

The controversy surrounding the alleged ₦6.5 billion scandal linked to Abdullahi Rogo, Director General of Protocol under Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, has deepened as civil society groups, the state government, and allies of former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje trade accusations. The League of Civil Society Organisations in Kano, a coalition of 20 groups, alleged on Monday that its members were being harassed and threatened after calling on the state government to prosecute Rogo over alleged financial misconduct. According to the coalition, some members were coerced into publicly withdrawing their earlier statements under pressure.“Two of our members were intimidated through their families and forced to issue disclaimers,” the group said, warning that powerful individuals were attempting to silence civil society through state machinery. Kano govt defends aide, blames opposition In response, the Kano State Government dismissed the allegations as a political […]

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OSP Conducts Search on SML Amid Corruption Investigation

Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has conducted a court-authorized search at the offices of Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Ltd (SML) in both Osu and Tema, seizing data in connection with a controversial contract linked to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). 1. Locations & Warrants The simultaneous raids—in Tema’s Industrial Area and Osu, Accra—were executed under court orders, supported by the National Security Secretariat. The objective: collect electronic records from SML’s servers related to its lucrative contract with GRA. 2. Arrests of SML Directors Preceding the search, the OSP arrested three senior directors from SML as part of its intensifying probe into alleged corruption tied to this contract. 3. OSP's Official Position OSP officials emphasized that no property was damaged during the raids. They confirmed the search was purely investigatory, and insisted it followed proper legal procedures to ensure integrity […]

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