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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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EFCC Suspends Officers Accused by Rapper Oladips of ₦10m Extortion

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has suspended several operatives accused by Nigerian rapper Oladipupo Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips, of extorting ₦10 million from him during his detention in 2024. Oladips made the allegation during an interview on the Trending podcast, where he claimed he was arrested in a midnight raid at his Lagos residence in November 2024 and detained for five days without evidence of wrongdoing. “They collected money (₦10 million) from me before they released me. They didn’t find anything on me. So, what was the money for? What was all that stress and suffering for? It’s just Nigeria. Nigeria just happened to me,” the artist said. Reacting to the claims, the EFCC issued a statement on its official X (formerly Twitter) page on Saturday, confirming that it had launched a formal investigation into the incident […]

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EFCC Probes Rapper Oladips’ ₦10m Extortion Claim, Suspends Operatives

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into an allegation made by Nigerian rapper Oladipupo Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips, who accused some of the commission’s operatives of extorting ₦10 million from him during his detention in 2024. Oladips made the claim during an interview on the Trending podcast, where he recounted being arrested along with several residents of his estate in Lagos during an EFCC midnight raid in November 2024. The rapper said he spent five days in custody before being released, despite no incriminating evidence being found against him. “They collected ₦10 million from me before they released me. They didn’t find anything on me. So, what was the money for? What was all that stress and suffering for? It’s just Nigeria. Nigeria just happened to me,” he said. Reacting to the claim, the […]

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Nigeria Launches Landmark ISO Standard to Bolster Anti-Fraud Framework

Nigeria has unveiled a groundbreaking anti-fraud framework with the official launch of the ISO 37003:2025 Fraud Control Management Systems standard, in partnership with the British Standards Institution (BSI). The landmark initiative, coordinated by the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), was launched in Abuja by the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, represented by Jachinma Agu, deputy director of reforms. Oduwole described the standard as more than just another regulation, but a “collective resolve to shield Nigeria’s economy from fraud — a hidden tax on development.” “Fraud increases the cost of doing business, erodes investor confidence, stifles innovation, and undermines public trust,” she said. According to the minister, ISO 37003:2025 equips organisations to identify fraud risks, apply proportionate controls, detect illicit activities, and respond swiftly to incidents. She urged both government agencies and private firms to adopt the […]

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Cybercrime threatens Nigeria’s development, group warns

The Chief Executive Officer of the We Love Nigeria Unity and Peace Initiative (We Love Nigeria), Anaba Chimele Anthony, has cautioned that cybercrime poses a serious danger to Nigeria’s growth and future development. Speaking in Abuja during the launch of a nationwide sensitisation campaign against internet fraud, Anthony described cybercrime as a growing national embarrassment, particularly among young people. He explained that the grassroots campaign would reach universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, secondary schools, religious centres, diaspora communities, and public spaces to educate Nigerians on the dangers of internet fraud. “Internet fraud and cybercrime by our youths both at home and abroad have become a national embarrassment, turning into an ideology. We are stepping in to complement the efforts of security and intelligence agencies by taking this message to the grassroots,” Anthony said. He commended the Economic and Financial Crimes […]

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FG rejects US report on lack of transparency in procurement

The Federal Government has dismissed a report by the United States Department of State alleging that Nigeria lacks transparency in its public procurement process. The 2025 Fiscal Transparency Report had listed Nigeria among 32 African countries said to have made little or no progress in the fiscal policy space. While acknowledging that Nigeria had improved in publishing budget documents and debt obligations, the report faulted the country for failing to disclose information on public procurement contracts. It also criticised the Office of the Auditor-General of the Federation for not publishing comprehensive audit reports, citing weak institutional independence as a major setback. The report recommended that Nigeria should strengthen the independence of its supreme audit institution, make procurement information easily accessible, and publish timely audit reports of executed budgets. Out of 139 countries and the Palestinian Authority assessed, the report found […]

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EFCC Chair: Africa Needs Reforms to Attract Investors

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has called for sweeping reforms across Africa to reduce investment risks and attract more foreign direct investment. Olukoyede made the remarks on Friday at the EBII Group African Leaders and Partners Forum in Washington DC, according to a statement by EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale. He stressed that Africa must embrace “broad-based and radical reforms” to improve the ease of doing business, strengthen the rule of law, and invest in human capital development. He also highlighted the need for strong institutions to address challenges in sectors such as agriculture, renewable energy, and solid minerals. Despite Africa’s vast natural resources and youthful, tech-driven population, Olukoyede said reforms are critical to unlocking the continent’s full economic potential. Showcasing Nigeria’s progress, he cited the EFCC’s record of […]

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N5.7bn Fraud: EFCC Moves to Seize Sujimoto CEO’s Assets

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured a court order against Sijibomi Ogundele, CEO of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, over alleged diversion of ₦5.7 billion meant for 22 Smart Green School projects in Enugu State. Ogundele, whose accounts and international passport had earlier been seized, is now facing remand while investigations continue. The EFCC may also seek a fresh court order to confiscate his personal and company assets. The anti-graft agency declared Ogundele wanted two weeks ago for alleged money laundering. He later took to social media, blaming inflation and “underpriced contracts” for failing to deliver the projects. The Enugu State Government, however, accused him of absconding after receiving a 50% mobilization fee of ₦5.76bn, abandoning sites, and refusing to attend project briefings. In a statement, the government said: Ogundele delivered only shoddy and structurally weak work at […]

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Nigeria Can Defeat Corruption, Says EFCC Chairman

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukayode, has expressed confidence that Nigeria can overcome corruption if citizens embrace transparency and accountability. Olukayode made this call at the 12th Annual Conference of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN), held in Effurun, Delta State. He was represented by Mr. Williams Oseghale, Assistant Commander and Head of Public Affairs at the EFCC’s Benin Zonal Directorate. The event was sponsored by Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), a private pipeline security firm contracted by the federal government. In his keynote address, the EFCC boss stressed that corruption remains the root of Nigeria’s challenges, including unemployment, insecurity, poverty, hunger, poor infrastructure, and declining life expectancy. “The onus is on us as individuals to be accountable, transparent, and committed to due process. Every challenge in Nigeria’s […]

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