CAC Registrar-General Magaji Defies AGF Order Over River Park Estate Corporate Records

The Registrar-General of Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, SAN, has allegedly defied a directive from the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, ordering the preservation of corporate records linked to companies involved in the River Park Estate dispute in Abuja. Despite ongoing police investigations, court orders, and a formal request to place a caveat on the firms’ records, the CAC is accused of altering company ownership details, escalating a major corporate, legal, and regulatory crisis that has now drawn the attention of the National Assembly.

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#RiverParkEstate
#CorporateGovernance

How CAC Registrar-General Magaji Allegedly Lifted Court Ban on OML 40 Filings Amid Claims of Undue Influence

Fresh allegations have emerged against the Registrar-General of Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Ishaq Hussaini Magaji (SAN), over claims that he quietly lifted a court-ordered restriction on corporate filings linked to OML 40, an oil asset connected to billionaire businessman Emeka Offor. Sources allege the move, carried out without public notice or procedural explanation, coincided with sensitive transactions involving Seplat Energy and Starcrest Nigeria Energy. The development has raised serious concerns about conflict of interest, regulatory integrity, and alleged lavish benefits reportedly enjoyed by the CAC boss from interests linked to the oil asset.

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#OML40
#EmekaOffor

EXCLUSIVE: CAC Registrar-General Ishaq Magaji Allegedly Buys N700M Abuja Duplexes Despite N583K Monthly Salary

SaharaReporters investigates claims that Ishaq Hussaini Magaji (SAN), Registrar-General of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), acquired two luxury duplexes worth N700 million in Abuja within two years of assuming office, despite earning a monthly salary of N583,333. Allegations include delaying asset declarations to conceal acquisitions, purchasing extravagant furnishings and imported equipment, and providing family members with high-value properties. Sources raise concerns over potential violations of the Code of Conduct for public officers.

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FENRAD Demands Immediate Closure of Imo’s Tiger Base Over Alleged Human Rights Violations

The Foundation for Environmental Rights, Advocacy and Development (FENRAD) has petitioned the Nigerian Police to shut down the notorious Tiger Base in Imo State, citing persistent allegations of torture, arbitrary detention, extortion, and deaths in custody. FENRAD called for an independent investigation, prosecution of culpable officers, victim compensation, and structural police reforms to ensure transparency, accountability, and respect for constitutional and international human rights standards.

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#PoliceAbuse
#ImoState

Harrison Gwamnishu Scandal Exposes the Dangers of Celebrity Activism in Nigeria

The controversy surrounding Harrison Gwamnishu and a disputed ₦20 million ransom payment has sparked a deeper debate about Nigeria’s growing culture of celebrity activism. In this opinion piece, Damian Ugwu argues that the scandal highlights the risks of substituting visibility and social media fame for professional competence, especially in life-and-death situations like kidnapping negotiations. The article calls for greater accountability, oversight, and a shift away from personality-driven activism toward transparent, professional, and community-based advocacy.


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#KidnappingCrisis

#NigeriaOpinion

National Assembly Probes CAC Boss Magaji Over Alleged Illegal Alteration of Jonah Capital Records

The House of Representatives has received a petition accusing CAC Registrar-General Hussaini Magaji of unlawfully tampering with the corporate records of Jonah Capital Nigeria Ltd and Houses for Africa Nigeria Ltd amid a high-stakes ownership dispute over Abuja’s River Park Estate. The petition alleges expropriation of shares, removal of directors, and retrospective annulment of filings despite a court case and directives from the Attorney-General halting such actions. The companies claim Magaji enabled rival claimants to assume directorship, attempt account closures, and announce a takeover. The controversy has escalated into one of Nigeria’s most complex corporate governance battles, raising concerns about investor confidence and potential politically driven corporate takeovers.

Nigerian Army Detains Ekiti Man Over Soldier Welfare Advocacy, Family Fears for Life

Sunday Afolabi, a Nigerian man from Ekiti, was reportedly detained by the Nigerian Army for speaking out about the welfare of soldiers in Sambisa Forest. Arrested on October 20, 2025, he was transferred from Akure to Abuja. During a recent video call, he appeared handcuffed, bleeding, and weak, raising serious concerns for his safety and urgent medical needs. His family is appealing for assistance.

Elderly Woman Feared Murdered After Months of Witchcraft Accusations in Cross River

The Advocacy for Alleged Witches (AfAW) has raised alarm over the suspected abduction and possible murder of 86-year-old widow Ms. Arit Inyang in Calabar, Cross River State. Her nephew, Anthony Malachy, had reportedly harassed and threatened her for months, accusing her of witchcraft and even attacking her home. Despite police intervention, Malachy was released, and Ms. Inyang subsequently disappeared in late October 2023. AfAW is calling for a full police investigation, the arrest of Malachy, and justice for the elderly woman, highlighting the deadly consequences of witchcraft allegations in Nigeria.

Imo Police Accused of Sabotaging Case of 9-Year-Old Defiled by 60-Year-Old Man

The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has accused some Imo State police officers of undermining justice in the alleged defilement of 9-year-old Nmesoma Chiwike by 60-year-old Okechukwu Azuagu. Officers at Isinweke Police Division and SCID Owerri reportedly released the suspect and informed the victim’s family that “the matter has been settled,” despite defilement being a non-compoundable felony punishable by life imprisonment. RULAAC called on the Police Service Commission to investigate, sanction culpable officers, rearrest the suspect, and ensure the child receives protection and support.

Lai Mohammed Says Suspending Twitter in Nigeria Was His Toughest Decision as Information Minister

Former Nigerian Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, revealed that suspending Twitter (now X) in 2021 was one of the hardest decisions during his eight-year tenure. Speaking about his new book, Headlines and Soundbites, Mohammed defended the action, stating it was necessary to curb the platform’s use by elements “destabilising the country” and was unrelated to the deletion of former President Buhari’s tweet. He emphasized that his decisions prioritized national interest over popularity and highlighted his broader advocacy for social media regulation.


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Ex-Kano Anti-Graft Boss Compares Corrupt Nigerian Politicians to Deadly Drug Cartels

Former Chairman of the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC), Muhyi Magaji Rimin Gado, says combating corruption in Nigeria is as dangerous as confronting Colombian drug cartels. Speaking at the launch of the 19th Compendium on 100 High-Profile Corruption Cases in Lagos, he revealed that investigations during his tenure exposed billions in diverted public funds, fraudulent PPP projects, and illicit IGR schemes linked to powerful political figures, including former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje. Magaji warned that corruption fuels poverty, insecurity, and banditry in the North, describing corrupt politicians as ruthless actors willing to kill to protect stolen wealth. He alleged that some policemen are being used against him despite having legal authorization to prosecute cases. The event, organized by HEDA to mark International Anti-Corruption Day, emphasized youth involvement in shaping a future of integrity.

Human Rights Day: RULAAC Urges Nigerian Government to End Widespread Citizens’ Rights Violations

The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has called on the Nigerian government to treat human rights as essential daily needs rather than abstract promises. In a statement marking Human Rights Day 2025, Executive Director Okechukwu Nwanguma highlighted the year’s theme, “Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials,” stressing the importance of access to clean water, healthcare, education, justice, housing, and freedom of expression. RULAAC lamented widespread rights violations caused by corruption, insecurity, poor governance, police brutality, and collapsing social services. The group urged the Tinubu administration to move beyond rhetoric by improving basic services, guaranteeing civic freedoms, reforming law enforcement, protecting vulnerable groups, and addressing insecurity through rights-respecting approaches. It reaffirmed its commitment to monitoring abuses and advocating for a Nigeria where human dignity is upheld daily.

NIGERIA POLICE FORCE CONDUCTS PRE-DEPLOYMENT TRAINING ON PREVENTING THE RECRUITMENT AND USE OF CHILDREN IN ARMED CONFLICT

The Nigeria Police Force has conducted a week-long Pre-Deployment Training on Preventing the Recruitment and Use of Children in Armed Conflict held at the Peacekeeping Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja. The programme was declared open by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, represented by AIG Aminu Baba Raji, AIG Training and Development and fully equipped officers with child-sensitive policing during internal security operations.

The programme was delivered in partnership with the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security, featuring international facilitators and certified Nigeria Police Trainers-of-Trainers. Officers were trained to detect and prevent child recruitment and to recognize that children associated with armed groups are primarily victims deserving confidentiality, empathy, and protection.

In his remarks, the IGP stressed that children remain among the most vulnerable in situations of violence and that their recruitment by armed actors whether as fighters, spies, or in other roles, is a grave violation of their rights and a threat to national security. He emphasized the need for officers deployed to conflict-affected areas to identify these risks and respond with professionalism, sensitivity, and gender-responsive approaches.

The training further strengthened existing Nigeria Police child-protection initiatives such as the Safer Schools Programme and POCACOV. A total of 25 officers were certified as ready for deployment to conflict-affected areas.

IGP Egbetokun expressed appreciation to the organizers for their support and assured that the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to upholding human rights and enhancing child-protection capacity through continuous training and strong partnerships.

CSP BENJAMIN HUNDEYIN, anipr, mipra
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
December 9, 2025

ECOWAS Declares Regional State of Emergency as Coups and Instability Surge in West Africa

ECOWAS has declared a regional state of emergency following a spike in coups, attempted mutinies, and worsening insecurity across West Africa. ECOWAS Commission President Omar Touray announced the decision during the 55th Mediation and Security Council meeting in Abuja, stressing the urgent need for coordinated action to protect democracy and stability. The emergency move comes amid rising political tensions and security breakdowns in several member states, with further operational directives expected after ongoing deliberations.


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Rights Group Condemns Armed Police Raid, ‘Unlawful’ Arrest of Kano Prosecutor Muhuyi Magaji

A human rights organisation, Advocacy for Human Right and Cultural Values for Development Initiative (AHRCV), has criticised the arrest of Barrister Muhuyi Magaji, lead prosecutor in the Dala Inland Dry Port corruption case. Magaji was reportedly taken by a heavily armed team allegedly sent from Abuja without a warrant, despite court orders protecting him from intimidation. Although he was released on bail the following day, AHRCV described the operation as unlawful, politically motivated, and a threat to judicial independence.

The group said the arrest appeared aimed at obstructing an ongoing corruption case involving powerful individuals. It called on the Nigeria Police Force to justify the raid, urged judicial bodies to protect legal practitioners, and demanded an impartial investigation. AHRCV warned that using security agencies for intimidation undermines the fight against corruption and violates citizens’ fundamental rights.

Ex-Kano Anti-Corruption Chairman Muhuyi Magaji Narrates Police Ordeal After Arrest in Abuja

Former Chairman of the Kano Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC), Muhuyi Magaji, has recounted his ordeal after being arrested by heavily armed police officers and transported overnight to Abuja. Magaji said his detention was linked to his role as lead prosecution counsel in the multibillion-naira Dala Inland Dry Port case. He revealed that he spent over 24 hours in custody, was denied access to the arrest warrant, and was later charged with defamation. Rights group HEDA condemned the arrest as politically motivated and part of a pattern of intimidation against Magaji following his anti-corruption investigations.

CAC Orders Nationwide Clampdown on Unregistered PoS Operators, Sets January 1 Deadline

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced a nationwide crackdown on unregistered Point of Sale (PoS) operators, warning that all illegal operators will be shut down starting January 1, 2026. In a public notice, the Commission expressed concern over the rising number of unregistered PoS businesses violating CAMA 2020 and CBN Agent Banking Regulations, accusing some fintech companies of enabling these unlawful practices. CAC says unregulated PoS operations pose risks of fraud, financial losses, and threats to national security. Starting January 1, security agencies will enforce compliance, seize unregistered PoS terminals, and monitor enabling fintech companies. All operators have been urged to register immediately.

CAC Announces Nationwide Crackdown on Unregistered POS Operators Effective January 1, 2026

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has issued a stern public notice declaring that all Point of Sale (POS) operators in Nigeria must be duly registered with the commission or face immediate shutdown starting from 1st January 2026.

In a statement released today and signed by the Management of the CAC, the commission warned that unregistered POS terminals will be seized and operators shut down by security agencies across the country.

The statement reads: “The CAC has observed the rising number of PoS operators running without registration, violating CAMA 2020 and CBN Agent Banking Regulations.

“This reckless practice often enabled by some fintech companies puts Nigeria's financial system and citizens' investments at risk. This must stop.

“EFFECTIVE 1 JANUARY 2026:
No PoS operator will be allowed to operate without CAC registration.
Security agencies will enforce nationwide compliance.

“Unregistered PoS terminals will be seized or shut down by Security Officials.
Fintechs enabling illegal operations will be placed on watchlist and reported to the CBN.

“All operators are advised to regularize immediately. Compliance is mandatory.”

Amnesty International Condemns Arrest of Kano Anti-Corruption Lawyer Muhuyi Magaji by Police Acting on IGP’s Orders

Amnesty International has condemned the arrest of Kano lawyer and former PCACC chairman Muhuyi Magaji RiminGado, who was forcefully taken by heavily armed police officers allegedly on the orders of IGP Egbetokun. The organisation warns the action reflects shrinking civic space and political misuse of security forces in Nigeria.

Survivors Expose Brutal Atrocities by Russia’s Africa Corps in Mali as Refugees Demand Global Action

Survivors in Mauritania’s M’berra refugee camp are recounting harrowing stories of torture, executions, suffocation, and mass killings allegedly carried out by Russian mercenaries operating under the rebranded Africa Corps in Mali. Despite the transition from the Wagner Group to Africa Corps, testimonies reveal unchanged tactics marked by brutality and impunity. Dozens describe beatings, waterboarding, public executions, and large-scale operations designed to terrorise communities, raising urgent questions about Mali’s security partnership and the militarisation of governance across the Sahel. Analysts warn that outsourcing national security to unaccountable mercenary forces is deepening regional instability. Survivors now demand justice and global intervention as the human cost of Mali's geopolitical shift continues to mount.




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#SahelCrisis

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