Former AGF Abubakar Malami Detained Overnight as EFCC Probes 46 Bank Accounts

Former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami (SAN) spent Monday night in EFCC custody as investigators deepened their probe into over 46 bank accounts and multiple controversial transactions linked to his tenure. Malami, who was reportedly searching for two permanent secretaries to meet his bail conditions, had earlier been questioned in November over allegations he dismissed as fabricated. The ongoing investigation revisits major financial dealings, including the $496m Ajaokuta Steel settlement, sale of forfeited assets, the $419m Paris Club refund judgment debt, the Mambilla power project compensation, and alleged duplication of legal fees in the Abacha loot recovery. Despite mounting scrutiny, Malami has declared his 2027 Kebbi governorship ambition after defecting to the ADC.

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President Tinubu commends Nigeria's Armed Forces for protecting democracy in Benin Republic

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the gallantry of Nigeria's military on Sunday for responding swiftly to the request by the Government of Benin Republic to save its 35-year-old democracy from coup plotters who struck at dawn today.

Acting on two separate requests from the Government of Benin, President Tinubu first ordered Nigerian Air Force fighter jets to enter the country and take over the airspace to help dislodge the coup plotters from the National TV and a military camp where they had regrouped.

The Republic of Benin, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a Note Verbal, requested immediate Nigerian air support "in view of the urgency and seriousness of the situation and to safeguard the constitutional order, protect national institutions and ensure the security of the population."

In the second request, the authorities in Benin requested the deployment of Nigerian Air Force assets within Beninoise airspace for surveillance and rapid intervention operations under Benin-led coordination.

The Benin government also requested Nigerian ground forces, "strictly for missions approved by the Beninese Command authority in support of the protection of constitutional institutions and the containment of armed Groups."

Nigeria's Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, said all the requests have been fulfilled, with Nigerian ground forces now in Benin.

"Ours is to comply with the order of the Commander-in-Chief of our armed forces, President Tinubu," he said.

Constitutional order was upended in the Republic of Benin, Nigeria's neighbour, when some soldiers led by Colonel Pascal Tigri announced a coup on Sunday morning. The putschists seized the National TV and claimed they had toppled President Patrice Talon and suspended all democratic institutions.

It took some hours before the government's loyal forces, assisted by Nigeria, took control and flushed out the coup plotters from the National TV.

In his remarks after the restoration of the democratic and constitutional order, President Tinubu saluted the Nigerian armed forces for standing firm as a protector and defender of democracy.

“Today, the Nigerian armed forces stood gallantly as a defender and protector of constitutional order in the Republic of Benin on the invitation of the government. Our armed forces acted within the ambit of the ECOWAS Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance. They have helped stabilise a neighbouring country and have made us proud of their commitment to sustaining our democratic values and ideals since 1999. Nigeria stands firmly with the government and people of the Republic of Benin."

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President

(Information and Strategy)

December 7, 2025

Tantita Security Sacks Ondo CSO Owoyele Joseph Over Alleged Misconduct as Allegations Mount Against State Coordinator Asonja

Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has dismissed its Ondo State Chief Security Officer, Owoyele Omotuyi Joseph, following an internal investigation that found alleged breaches of operational ethics, including purported involvement in illegal oil bunkering activities.

According to Tantita’s statement, WhatsApp chats, payment receipts, and other documents linked Owoyele to alleged negotiations with individuals engaging in oil theft—actions that contradict the firm’s mandate to protect Nigeria’s oil infrastructure.

The company did not address growing allegations against its Ondo State Coordinator, Idowu Asonja, who has been accused by community youths of assault, arson, salary diversion, and abuse of office. Residents alleged that Asonja led armed men to burn a high chief’s residence, assaulted his own aide (Owoyele), and disrespected traditional authorities.

Workers and community members recently protested, claiming two years of unpaid salaries and demanding a probe into Asonja.

Despite the controversy, Tantita maintained that Owoyele is no longer authorized to act on its behalf and warned the public against dealing with him. The firm reiterated its commitment to professionalism and safeguarding national assets.

Iraq has frozen the financial assets of major Iran-backed militias — including Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Yemen’s Houthi movement — in one of Baghdad’s strongest moves yet to curb the funding networks of Tehran-aligned groups.

According to a notice published in Iraq’s official gazette, the order targets organisations long influential across the region, signalling a significant shift in Baghdad’s approach to militia financing and regional power dynamics.

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Iraq Freezes Assets of Iran-Backed Militias, Including Hezbollah and Houthis, in Major Policy Shift

Iraq has frozen the financial assets of major Iran-backed militias—including Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Yemen’s Houthis—in one of its strongest moves yet to restrict Tehran-aligned networks. The directive, published in Iraq’s official gazette, comes amid rising regional tensions, U.S. pressure to curb Iranian influence, and intensified Israeli strikes on Iran-linked groups. Analysts say the decision highlights Baghdad’s struggle to balance ties with Washington and Tehran while navigating internal political and security pressures.

EXCLUSIVE: Enugu Lawyer Accused of Defrauding Widow of Police Officer Killed by SARS in Multi-Billion Naira Scheme

A SaharaReporters investigation has uncovered how Enugu-based lawyer, Barrister Tony Igwe, allegedly orchestrated a sophisticated scheme to defraud Gift Ezenwa—the widow of former police officer Collins Ezenwa, who was extrajudicially killed by the defunct SARS in 2018. After presenting himself as a trusted ally capable of recovering her husband's seized assets, Igwe allegedly manipulated, isolated, and exploited the young widow, taking control of her finances, properties, and legal documents. The investigation reveals accusations of forgery, threats, financial manipulation, illegal property sales, and the diversion of billions of naira. Igwe is also alleged to have exploited her postpartum vulnerability and controlled her life for years, including during her forced relocation to the UK. Evidence suggests he liquidated her assets, emptied accounts, and exercised psychological control while posing as her protector. Multiple law enforcement sources describe the case as one of the most shocking abuses of trust and legal malpractice in recent years.

Talks between the American and Ukrainian delegations in Florida produced "no progress" on the issue of territorial concessions.

According to ABC News, which cited a source familiar with the meeting, Russia is not ready to discuss a ceasefire, while Ukraine is not ready to make territorial concessions.

The parties also discussed frozen Russian assets, security guarantees for Ukraine, and the issue of holding elections in the country.

However, the source noted that there were no signs of any breakthrough on the most difficult issues.

Before You Register a Business Name, Read This

Many people rush to register a business name because it’s cheaper, faster, and easier. But here’s what most people never tell you:

A business name is NOT a separate legal entity.
Legally, you and the business are the same person.

So whatever happens to the business happens to you.

Meaning:
• If the business owes money, YOU owe.
• If the business is sued, YOU are sued.
• If the business breaches a contract, YOUR personal assets can be seized.

There is no boundary, no legal shield, no protection between you and the business. A business name only provides identity — not safety.

When you operate under a business name:

Your personal bank accounts can be frozen.
Your land or car can be taken to pay business debts.
You can be personally liable for damages.
Creditors can pursue you directly.
Every agreement signed becomes your full responsibility.

That ₦1,000,000 mistake a staff makes?
The court will not look for the staff — they will look for you.

This is how many people lose their homes, savings, and peace of mind… all because they didn’t understand what “cheap registration” truly means under the law.

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Now, Compare This With a Company

A company is a separate legal person.
This gives you limited liability — one of the strongest protections the law offers.

With a registered company:

If the company owes, you don’t owe personally.
If the company is sued, you are not sued.
Your house, car, salary, and savings remain protected.
The company carries its own risks and liabilities.

You can own the company, run it, and control it —
but you are not the company, and that legal separation is everything.

So before choosing the cheaper option, pause.

The price difference in registration may look small,
but the legal difference is massive.

One exposes everything you own.
The other protects everything you’ve worked for.

You can register either one — just understand the legal consequences.

Sometimes, what seems cheap at first
becomes the most expensive mistake in the end.

ISWAP Confirms Killing of Missing Damboa Brigade Commander After Failed Rescue Attempts.

General Uba, the Brigade Commander of Damboa, has been confirmed killed by ISWAP terrorists, hours after he was declared missing during operations in the forest.

Military sources revealed that the commander had earlier sent a video message indicating he was safe. 

According to them, the clip—where he appeared calm and unharmed—was recorded before his condition deteriorated.

According to DailyPost, sources said the officer later became disoriented while navigating the forest, prompting urgent rescue efforts by ground troops and air assets. At one point, he informed colleagues that he was already heading back to base, raising hopes that he would be recovered alive.

However, after reports of his disappearance went viral, ISWAP reportedly re-captured him. His death was confirmed shortly afterward.

The Army had earlier stated that the commander had safely returned to base, a claim now contradicted by emerging details.

 His death has intensified scrutiny over the military’s handling of frontline personnel and the accuracy of official communication regarding troop welfare.

FG intensifies efforts to track remote workers & undeclared foreign assets; Signs Data-Sharing Deal with 100+ Countries.

The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy & Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele has revealed that Nigeria has entered into agreements with more than 100 countries to track the income of remote workers & citizens with undeclared assets abroad.

Speaking at a webinar hosted by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) on Wednesday, themed “Simplifying Nigeria’s Tax System,” Oyedele said the initiative aims to enforce compliance in the growing digital economy.

“Whether you earn from Google or a company in the Bahamas, you must declare your income yourself,” he said. “If you fail, the system will gather intelligence once the money hits your account.”

He added that Nigeria already receives financial data from countries including the U.S., U.K., Canada & UAE under the Common Reporting Standards (CRS). This allows authorities to monitor citizens holding foreign bank accounts or properties.

Oyedele also discussed Nigeria’s engagement with global tech companies to ensure they remit Value Added Tax (VAT) on services provided in the country.

“If a local shop selling phones charges VAT, online platforms shouldn’t get a free pass. We engaged them collaboratively, and today Nigeria earns billions from digital taxes without confrontation,” he said.

Addressing public concerns about the new Capital Gains Tax (CGT) framework, Oyedele clarified that the law, which takes effect January 1, 2026, will not be applied retroactively. A cost basis reset and grandfathering clause ensure that only profits made after 2026 will be taxed.

He further acknowledged minor errors in the recently gazetted tax legislation regarding turnover thresholds, clarifying that the correct exemption threshold is ₦100 million.

“The regulations will reflect this correction,” Oyedele said, urging Nigerians to comply voluntarily to avoid presumptive assessments.

Mohbad’s Family Renews Call for Probe, Bars His Widow from Using ‘Aloba’ Pending DNA Test.

The family of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has renewed its call for a transparent and independent probe into his d+ath while directing his wife, Wunmi, to stop using the family surname pending the result of a court-ordered DNA test.

In a statement signed by family head Omolayo Aloba and Mohbad’s father, Joseph Aloba, the family said it remained “resolute in its demand for a transparent, independent, and comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death.”

It announced the appointment of Oladayo Ogungbe, Esq., as the family’s sole legal representative for estate and DNA matters, while Dr. Wahab Shittu, SAN, will continue to represent them before investigative authorities.

Three administrators — Ajewole Aloba, Rasaq Famuyiwa, and Alonge Aloba — were named to manage the late singer’s assets, with one slot left for Wunmi if the DNA test confirms that her son, Liam, is Mohbad’s biological child.

The family also instructed Wunmi to “cease using the surname Aloba in public or private records until lawful confirmation of paternity is obtained,” noting that “no statutory or customary marriage was contracted between the late Mohbad and Wunmi Adebanjo.”

Reacting, Wunmi’s lawyer, Kabir Akingbolu, described the directive as illegal and sentimental, saying, “Nobody can stop her from bearing Aloba. That is the name given to her by her husband, and under the law, she has every right to keep it.”

He accused the Aloba family of frustrating the DNA process despite multiple court orders, adding, “We are ready for the DNA any time, any day. The child is not a bastard, and my client has nothing to fear.”

Mohbad, a former Marlian Music signee, who is yet to be buried,  died on September 12, 2023, at 27. The Lagos State Police Command had earlier inaugurated a 13-man team to probe his death.

Fugitive Chinese Fraudsters Caught in UK After £5.5bn Bitcoin Scam.

A Chinese national has been jailed in the UK following the country’s largest-ever cryptocurrency seizure, involving bitcoin worth more than £5.5 billion at the time of her conviction.

Zhimin Qian, 47, also known as Yadi Zhang, orchestrated a massive Ponzi scheme in China, defrauding over 128,000 victims between 2014 and 2017 through her company, Lantian Gerui. When Chinese authorities investigated her activities, she fled to the UK in September 2017 under a fake identity.

While on the run, Qian lived lavishly, renting a Hampstead property for £17,333 per month and traveling across Europe, converting bitcoin into cash, jewellery, and property. In 2018, she attempted to buy a £12.5 million London property, sparking UK authorities’ investigations.

Qian recruited accomplices including Jian Wen, who helped establish her life in London, and Seng Hok Ling, who assisted with transferring criminal property.

Ling, a Malaysian national, claimed he was unaware of Qian’s full criminality and described her as the “boss lady.”

Qian evaded arrest for nearly six years until April 2024, when she was caught in York following a trail of bitcoin transfers. Authorities recovered multiple devices, including a laptop containing millions in bitcoin.

On Tuesday, Qian was sentenced to 11 years and 8 months for money laundering and possessing criminal property, while Ling received 4 years and 11 months. At conviction in September, the bitcoin was valued over £5.5 billion; it is now worth around £5 billion.

This case marks the UK’s largest cryptocurrency seizure, highlighting the challenges of tracing digital assets tied to international financial crime.

NAF Bombs Several ISWAP Terrorists, Bandits To Death In Multiple Airstrikes.

Air strikes carried out by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) have resulted in the killing of several terrorists and bandits across the country and the destruction of their hideouts.

According to a statement on Monday by the NAF Spokesman, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, scores of Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists in Mallam Fatori and Shuwaram, Borno State, as well as bandits’ enclaves in Garin Dandi and Chigogo, Kwara State, as well as Zango Hill in Kankara local government area of Katsina State, were affected by the strikes.

He added that the coordinated missions were carried out on November 9, 2025, based on credible intelligence on the movement and activities of the criminals.

Ejodame said the missions represent a decisive phase in ongoing joint operations under Operation Hadin Kai and Operation Fansan Yamma, aimed at degrading terrorists and criminal networks across Nigeria’s northern theatres.

News reports that the NAF airstrikes dealt a heavy blow to ISWAP terrorists entrenched in the Northern Tumbuns of Borno State.

According to the NAF spokesman, the Air Component guided by real-time Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) feeds conducted precision strikes southeast of Shuwaram before shifting to Mallam Fatori, where ISWAP elements were observed mobilising with motorcycles and boats along the Lake Chad Basin.

According to him, the strikes destroyed the insurgent hideouts, logistics hubs, and weapons storage facilities, eliminating several terrorists and crippling their mobility capabilities.

“Post-strike assessments confirmed multiple neutralizations and a significant degradation of ISWAP’s operational networks in the area,” he said.

Similarly, NAF aircraft carried out precision air interdiction missions over Garin Dandi and Chigogo in Kwara State, striking bandits,’ camps with devastating accuracy based on credible intelligence.

He said the attacks caused panic in the enemy camp and inflicted heavy losses among the criminals.

In a related operation, air assets under Operation Fansan Yamma struck Zango Hill in Kankara LGA, Katsina State, the hideout of a terrorist kingpin and his fighters.

Ejodame said the aircraft guided by actionable intelligence and ISR surveillance, executed multiple attack passes, destroying key logistics hubs and neutralizing several terrorists in one of the most decisive strikes in the region.

Furthermore, the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma (Sector 1) conducted an Armed Reconnaissance mission across the northwest corridor, covering key settlements in Zamfara, Kebbi, and Kaduna States, including Kakihum, Dankolo, Kotonkoro, and Kuyello.

Ejodame said the locations served as known routes and hideouts for armed groups along the Birnin Gwari–Funtua axis.

“During the mission, coordination with Forward Operating Bases at Dankolo and Kotonkoro revealed suspicious movement near Wam Hill, where terrorists on motorcycles were spotted attempting to flee. The aircrew swiftly engaged and neutralized the targets, with no further hostile activity observed,” he said.

Nigerian Navy Rescues 10 Crew Members from Distressed Vessel Off Calabar Coast.

The Nigerian Navy says its personnel have rescued 10 crew members from a distressed vessel off Calabar waters.

In a statement on Friday, Navy spokesperson Commodore A. Adams-Aliu said the rescue was carried out by troops of Forward Operating Base (FOB) IBAKA after receiving a distress call at about 8pm.

According to him, the Base deployed a naval gunboat fitted with a submersible pump to assist MV SEMA III, which had departed Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, and was heading to Calabar, Cross River State, before it began taking in water.

Upon arrival, the naval team safely evacuated all 10 occupants — one Cameroonian, one Equatorial Guinean, and eight Nigerians. The rescued crew members were taken to FOB IBAKA, where they were debriefed, cared for, and accommodated until Saturday, 8 November 2025.

The Master of MV SEMA III expressed deep appreciation to the Nigerian Navy for the swift response and professional handling of the situation.

He added that the incident highlights the Navy’s strengthened efforts under the leadership of the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, to enhance maritime safety, safeguard national maritime assets, and support lawful economic activities within Nigeria’s territorial waters.

“I can buy a private jet if I want to, but I have other important priorities,” Don Jazzy says as he urges youths to invest wisely.

Veteran music producer and Mavin Records boss, Don Jazzy, has advised young Nigerians to prioritize self-development and the acquisition of practical skills in today’s fast-changing world driven by technology and artificial intelligence.

Speaking in a recent video shared online, the music mogul revealed that despite being financially capable of acquiring luxury assets such as exotic cars or private jets, he chooses instead to focus on more meaningful investments particularly in himself.

“I’ve been blessed enough for a long time to be able to afford any type of car that I want to buy, or even a private jet,” Don Jazzy said. “But I have more important things to take care of. Nothing beats investment, including investing in yourself and acquiring knowledge that you can charge people for.”

BlackRock reportedly loses over $500 million to Indian-Origin CEO in massive Loan Fraud.

Bankim Brahmbhatt, the Indian-origin CEO of US-based telecom firms Broadband Telecom and Bridgevoice, has been accused of orchestrating a large-scale loan fraud that cost lenders, including BlackRock’s private credit unit, over $500 million, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Lenders allege that Brahmbhatt’s companies falsified accounts receivable to use as collateral, creating the appearance of strong business activity while secretly moving funds offshore to India and Mauritius. 

A lawsuit filed in August claims the firms’ financial strength “existed only on paper.” Brahmbhatt, however, denies any wrongdoing.

The alleged scheme began in 2020 when BlackRock’s credit arm, HPS, started lending to one of Brahmbhatt’s financing companies. The loan amount eventually grew to about $430 million by 2024, with French banking giant BNP Paribas also involved in financing the debt.

The fraud reportedly came to light in July when HPS staff noticed that emails supposedly from Carriox (another Brahmbhatt-linked company) customers came from fake domains mimicking real telecom firms. 

Further checks revealed that customer emails and contracts provided over the past two years were fabricated, and some fake documents dated as far back as 2018.

When questioned, Brahmbhatt initially dismissed the concerns but soon stopped responding. When investigators visited his company offices, they reportedly found them shut down.

Court filings also allege that assets meant to secure the loans were moved into offshore accounts in India and Mauritius.

Brahmbhatt’s companies filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August — the same day Brahmbhatt himself filed for personal bankruptcy after agreeing to provide a personal guarantee for the loans. Lenders believe he is currently in India.

Black Lives Matter and its founders, Patrisse Cullors & Alicia Garza, are reportedly under federal investigation for the alleged misuse of $90 million in donations.

The U.S. Department of Justice has launched an investigation into allegations that leaders of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement misused tens of millions of dollars in donations raised during the 2020 George Floyd protests.

According to the Associated Press, federal prosecutors have issued subpoenas & executed at least one search warrant in connection with the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation, Inc. & several affiliated groups that helped organize nationwide demonstrations against racial injustice & police brutality.

The probe is reportedly being handled by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California, led by Bill Essayli, a former Republican assemblyman known for his past criticism of BLM.

Sources indicated that while the investigation began under the Biden administration, it has accelerated since President Trump took office.

The Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation stated that it is not the target of any federal criminal inquiry and emphasized its commitment to transparency and accountability in managing donations.

The organization collected over $90 million in 2020 but has faced ongoing scrutiny over how the funds were used. In 2022, reports revealed that BLM leaders purchased a $6 million property in Los Angeles with donor money, sparking public backlash. Co-founder Patrisse Kahn-Cullors resigned shortly after the revelations amid criticism of her real estate purchases.

Despite the controversy, BLM leaders have consistently denied wrongdoing. Their most recent tax filings show $28 million in assets as of June 2024.

Earlier in 2022, Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita sued the organization for failing to comply with a state investigation into its finances, though the case was later dismissed after BLM provided the requested documents. So far, no criminal charges have been filed against the group or its leaders.

Asset Recovery: EFCC Returns Properties Seized From Fake Spiritualist to Fraud Victim
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has handed over three properties, two luxury vehicles, and ₦1.1 million to a fraud victim, Daniel Babatunde Attiogbe. The assets were recovered from convicted fake spiritualist and advance-fee fraudster, Fatai Olalere Alli.
According to EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, the recovered items include multiple residential properties in Ibadan and two vehicles — a Honda Pilot SUV and a Toyota Corolla. The handover, conducted by the EFCC’s Ibadan Zonal Directorate, followed a court order issued by Justice Uche Agomoh.
EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede, represented at the ceremony, said the Commission acted in compliance with the court’s directive, emphasizing its commitment to transparency, accountability, and strict adherence to the rule of law.
Attiogbe, who lost over ₦200 million to Alli under the guise of “spiritual cleansing,” praised the EFCC for restoring his confidence in justice. Alli was sentenced to three years in prison after being found guilty of fraud in a case that began in 2019.

Kenya Takes Nigeria to the ICC - President Ruto Challenges Nigeria Before International Court, Freezes Billions in Assets and Declares: "You Kidnapped Nnamdi Kanu Return Him to Kenya or Face the World Court!".

President William Ruto has reportedly taken a firm stance against Nigeria over the unlawful detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). According to emerging reports, President Ruto has brought Nigeria before the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing the West African country of violating international law by abducting Kanu from Kenya in 2021. The Kenyan leader is also said to have imposed a travel ban on Nigerians entering Kenya and frozen assets worth billions of dollars owned by Nigerians in the country, a move aimed at pressuring Abuja to release Kanu immediately.

We are not afraid of Nigeria. If justice requires war, we are ready. You cannot invade our land, kidnap a man, and call it justice," President William Ruto was quoted as saying.

Kano govt sues ex-governor Ganduje, sons for ‘taking’ state’s stake in Dala dry port.

The Kano State Government has taken former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje to court, accusing him, his two sons, and several associates of mismanaging public funds and unlawfully taking control of the state’s stake in a major project.

In a case filed before the Kano State High Court on October 13, 2025, the government is demanding the return of ₦4.49 billion allegedly misappropriated during Ganduje’s tenure as governor. The suit also seeks to recover the state’s 20 percent ownership share in Dala Inland Dry Port Limited a major logistics and trade project meant to boost Kano’s economy by serving as an import and export hub for northern Nigeria.

The defendants named in the suit include Ganduje himself; his sons, Umar Abdullahi Umar and Muhammad Abdullahi Umar; Abubakar Sahabo Bawuro, a former Special Adviser; Hassan Bello, former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council; Adamu Aliyu Sanda, a legal practitioner; and Dala Inland Dry Port Limited.

According to court filings, the state government alleges that during Ganduje’s administration, public funds were diverted and state assets were transferred illegally to private individuals under the guise of investment partnerships. The government’s legal team claims that the 20 percent equity originally belonging to Kano in the Dala Inland Dry Port was “unlawfully and fraudulently” taken away, depriving the state of its rightful benefits in the project.
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The case is one of several investigations the current administration has launched into financial transactions that took place under the former governor. Since taking office, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has repeatedly accused his predecessor of corruption and financial misconduct, vowing to recover every kobo of public money allegedly stolen.