Omo! Kebbi Man Kills Wife with Hoe Handle, Flees Before Police Nab Him

Shock in Bayawa Village, Kebbi as 30-year-old Suleman Mamuda allegedly kills his 25-year-old wife, Umaima Maidawa, with a hoe handle during a domestic fight. The man tried to escape but was tracked down by police after locals tipped them off. The case has been moved to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further probe. Police call on everyone to report suspicious activities to keep communities safe.

NOA to Blow N252m to Teach Youths Say ‘No Japa Syndrome’ – Wahala or Opportunity?

Omo, government dey serious oo! National Orientation Agency (NOA) don plan to spend N252 million to sensitise Nigerian youths against Japa Syndrome – the wahala wey make plenty young people dey run abroad for better life.

According to the 2026 budget, the money go cover three locations: Kebbi State (N77m), Owan federal constituency (N140m), and Cross River’s Calabar municipal/Odukpani (N35m).

This na part of bigger youth empowerment and sensitisation drive, wey also include drug abuse, FGM, domestic violence, and civic education. NOA talk say dem dey target reach 3 million Nigerians daily through awareness campaigns.

Minister of Budget, Senator Atiku Bagudu, don beg youths to stop illegal migration, say government don arrange measures to empower them inside Naija.

Nigerian SGF George Akume Plans to Spend N496 Million on Photocopiers and Office Furniture in 2026

The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), headed by George Akume, has earmarked ₦496 million in the 2026 budget for the purchase and installation of three heavy-duty photocopy machines and office furniture for the Cabinet Affairs Office.

In context, Akume’s office has previously allocated substantial funds for empowerment initiatives:

₦100 million for grinding machines in Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos State, and another ₦100 million for Bonny/Degema, Rivers State, in 2025.

₦200 million for grinding machines in Kaduna South Federal Constituency.

Totaling ₦400 million for empowerment via grinding machines in 2025.


Additionally, the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology budgeted ₦195 million for grinding machines in Kebbi, Aliero, and Maiyama.

The SGF’s office also drew attention in 2023 for spending ₦9.6 million on branded towels for Akume’s 70th birthday celebration, raising concerns over budget priorities and public fund usage.

Meanwhile, civil society groups like Voice of the Voiceless Nigerian have called for Akume’s suspension, citing allegations of involvement in an N80 billion fraud, highlighting growing scrutiny of government spending practices.

How Did Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami, His Sons Amass 57 Luxury Homes, Hotels, University Assets Worth ₦213 Billion? Inside the EFCC Money Laundering Case, Court Forfeiture Order, and Full Property List Shaking Nigeria

How did a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice allegedly acquire 57 high-value properties across Abuja, Kebbi, Kano, and Kaduna? What explains the sudden emergence of luxury hotels, vast landed estates, factories, schools, filling stations, shopping complexes, and an entire private university tied to Abubakar Malami (SAN) and his two sons? And why has a Federal High Court now ordered the interim forfeiture of assets valued at a staggering ₦213.2 billion?

In a dramatic legal move that has reignited national debate on corruption and elite wealth in Nigeria, Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, granted an ex-parte application filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), authorising the temporary seizure of 57 properties allegedly linked to Malami and his sons, Abdulaziz and Abiru-Rahman. The court ruled that the assets are reasonably suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activity and should be preserved pending full investigation and trial.

What exactly did investigators uncover? The forfeited properties include luxury duplexes in Maitama and Asokoro, high-end hotels in Abuja and Kano, shopping malls, warehouses, petrol stations, plazas, and sprawling estates across Kebbi State. Among the most striking assets are massive institutional holdings under the “Rayhaan” brand: Rayhaan University with multiple sites reportedly worth tens of billions of naira, agro-allied factories with heavy machinery, staff quarters, mosques, media outlets, model academies, and large commercial hubs such as Azbir Arena and Zeennoor Hotel in Kano.

Why are these properties raising alarm? According to the EFCC, the scale, speed, and structure of the acquisitions—many made while Malami served as Nigeria’s chief law officer—point to potential money laundering and abuse of office. Several assets were allegedly purchased at relatively low values and later upgraded into multi-billion-naira developments. Others are held through foundations, companies, and educational or religious fronts, prompting questions about whether public office was leveraged to build a vast private empire.

What happens next? The interim forfeiture does not yet mean permanent confiscation. The court has ordered that the assets be preserved while legal proceedings continue. Interested parties may be invited to show cause why the properties should not be finally forfeited to the Federal Government. Meanwhile, civil society groups and anti-corruption advocates are asking: will this case mark a turning point in Nigeria’s fight against high-level corruption, or will it join the long list of stalled elite prosecutions?

As Nigerians digest the full list of 57 properties—ranging from luxury residences and hotels to universities, factories, schools, filling stations, and commercial plazas—the central question remains: how did a public official and his immediate family come to control assets worth over ₦213 billion, and will the courts finally provide answers that restore public trust?

EFCC Lawyer Okutepa Urges Sanctions After Alleged Attempts to Influence Malami Money Laundering Trial
January 7, 2026 – Abuja, Nigeria

Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Jibrin Samuel Okutepa, lead prosecuting counsel for the EFCC, has called for decisive sanctions—including “naming and shaming”—against any lawyer or litigant who attempts to improperly influence judges.

The call follows Federal High Court Justice Emeka Nwite’s revelation that he had been privately approached to compromise proceedings in the ongoing N8.7 billion money laundering case involving former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami (SAN), his wife Hajia Bashir Asabe, and their son Abubakar Abdulaziz.

Okutepa emphasized:

Ethical conduct must be upheld by all legal practitioners.

Judicial officers should arrest anyone attempting to gain favors improperly.

Such misconduct threatens the integrity of Nigeria’s justice system.


Case Overview:

The defendants face 16-count charges of money laundering between 2015–2025.

Allegations include using multiple bank accounts and property acquisitions across Abuja, Kano, and Kebbi to conceal the origin of funds.

One count alleges the family directed Metropolitan Auto Tech Ltd to conceal over ₦1 billion in a Sterling Bank account.

57 properties have been placed under interim forfeiture pending trial.

Malami has consistently denied the allegations and was granted ₦500 million bail.

Trial is set to commence February 17, 2026.


The situation has sparked widespread calls within the legal community for the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC) to investigate and sanction any lawyer found culpable. Social media reactions highlight concerns about the potential politicization of high-profile corruption trials.

BREAKING: Abuja Court Orders Interim Forfeiture of 57 Properties Linked to Former AGF Malami
January 7, 2026 – Legal / Nigeria

The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the interim forfeiture of 57 properties linked to former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, following an ex-parte application by the EFCC.

Justice Emeka Nwite granted the order, temporarily vesting control of the multi-billion-naira real estate assets in the Federal Government. The properties, spread across Abuja, Kebbi, Kano, and Kaduna, include luxury hotels, duplexes, plazas, warehouses, shopping units, and residential estates.

The EFCC suspects these assets are proceeds of unlawful activities carried out between 2015 and 2025 during Malami’s tenure as AGF. The court has directed that the forfeiture order be published in a national newspaper to allow third parties to contest the action within 14 days.

This interim forfeiture is linked to ongoing criminal proceedings against Malami, his wife, and son, who face a N8.7 billion money laundering charge. The EFCC alleges that they used bank accounts and extensive property acquisitions to conceal illicit funds.

Malami has denied any wrongdoing and was granted N500 million bail.

IGP Olukayode Egbetokun Deploys DIG Gumel, Reassigns 17 Commissioners to Strengthen Police Operations Across Nigeria

The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has deployed newly promoted Deputy Inspector-General DIG Mohammed Usaini Gumel to lead the Force Intelligence Department and reassigned 17 Commissioners of Police to strategic commands, departments, and formations nationwide. The redeployments, announced by Force PRO CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, aim to enhance operational capacity, leadership, public safety, and service delivery within the Nigeria Police Force. Key appointments include CP Aina Adesola to Delta State, CP Umar Mohammed Hajedia to Kebbi State, CP Iyamah Daniel Edobor to Bayelsa State, and several senior officers to specialized units like anti-human trafficking, maritime, and community policing. Officers were charged to demonstrate professionalism and ethical conduct in their new assignments.

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Bandits Kidnap Kano Police Inspector, Two Others, Beat Them on Camera While Forcing Ransom Pleas

Suspected bandits have abducted a serving police inspector attached to the Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State, alongside two other men, subjecting them to severe physical abuse while forcing them to beg publicly for ransom in a disturbing video. The victims were identified as Inspector Kabiru Bello Adamu, Muntari, and Musa Rabiu (also known as Danladi), all from Tofa Local Government Area of Kano State.

The trio were reportedly kidnapped while travelling from Rijiya Zaki Motor Park in Kano to Birnin Kebbi. In the video, armed bandits pointed guns at the victims’ heads, beat them with sticks and AK-47 rifle butts, and compelled them to plead with their families and the public to raise money for their release. Speaking under duress, Inspector Bello confirmed his identity and appealed for mercy, invoking religious sentiments, while the other victims also made desperate pleas for help.

At one point, one of the abductees was beaten again after attempting to suggest the kidnappers were treating them “kindly,” highlighting the brutality of the captors. The incident underscores the worsening security situation in northern Nigeria, where even security personnel are increasingly targeted by armed groups along major highways. As of the time of reporting, there has been no official statement from police authorities regarding the abduction or rescue efforts.

Jihadist Fulani Bandits Responsible for Over 70% of Violent Attacks on Nigerian Communities and Churches in 2025 – InterSociety Report Warns of Grave Threat to National Unity

A new report by the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (InterSociety) has revealed that jihadist Fulani bandits and herdsmen were responsible for more than 70 per cent of violent attacks on Christian communities and places of worship across Nigeria in 2025. The civil rights group warned that the scale, coordination, and persistence of the violence pose a serious threat to Nigeria’s national unity, sovereignty, and constitutional secularism.

According to the report, mass killings and church destructions have been systematic and well-coordinated since June 2015, with Christian communities in the Middle Belt, North-East, Southern Kaduna, parts of Kebbi, Katsina, Ondo State, and Eha-Amufu in Enugu State bearing the brunt of the attacks. InterSociety accused successive Nigerian governments of presiding over what it described as an “ethno-religiously polarised state,” alleging that violence against Christians has intensified under official watch.

The organisation claimed that jihadist Fulani bandits and herdsmen have emerged as the most widespread and deadly terror groups in Nigeria, allegedly carrying out attacks framed around “convert to Islam or die” campaigns. It further alleged that controversial government policies such as RUGA settlements, grazing reserves, and ranching initiatives indirectly enabled armed herders to settle among indigenous Christian populations.

InterSociety also raised concerns over forest security, questioning how armed groups gained access to detailed forest location data after a reported 2015 forest-mapping exercise by the Nigerian Army. Despite the grim findings, the group said international pressure helped save at least 600 Christian lives and dozens of churches in 2025, crediting advocacy on religious freedom and diplomatic interventions.

The report singled out U.S. President Donald Trump for what it described as interventions that helped avert further attacks during the Christmas and New Year period, while also praising the United States and Canada for their roles in defending religious freedom in Nigeria. At the same time, InterSociety criticised the silence of some Nigerian Christian political leaders and called for urgent domestic and international action to prevent further destabilisation of Africa’s most populous nation.

Kebbi State Government Orders Reopening of Schools Shut Over Terrorist Attacks, Sets January 12 for Full Academic Activities

The Kebbi State Government has directed the immediate reopening of all primary and secondary schools that were closed due to terrorist attacks and rising insecurity across the state. The announcement, issued by the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and the Ministry for Basic and Secondary Education, urged school administrators, teachers, parents, and students to comply strictly with the resumption schedule. Authorities disclosed that the first week of reopening will be dedicated to first-term examinations, while normal academic activities are set to resume on January 12, 2026. Schools were earlier shut following the abduction of 25 schoolgirls from the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga in November 2025, an attack that also claimed the life of the school’s vice principal. The government reassured residents of improved security, noting that all abducted students were rescued without payment of ransom.

Abuja Court Adjourns Former AGF Abubakar Malami’s Bail Hearing to January 7 Over ₦8.7 Billion Money Laundering Case

The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the bail hearing of former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, to January 7, 2026. Malami, currently remanded at Kuje Correctional Centre, faces alleged money laundering charges alongside his son, Abdulaziz Malami, SAN, and one of his wives, Bashir Asabe.

The defendants are accused of laundering ₦8.7 billion through various accounts and corporate entities, using some of the funds to acquire multiple high-value properties in Abuja, Kano, and Birnin Kebbi. The EFCC alleges that the offences occurred between 2015 and 2025, largely during Malami’s tenure as Attorney General.

The case, marked FHC/ABJ/CR/700/2025, includes allegations of concealing and retaining proceeds of unlawful activities, with the EFCC citing the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. The court initially scheduled the hearing for January 2 but later adjourned it for procedural reasons.

Renewed Bandit Attacks Force Residents of Gebbe Village, Kebbi to Flee Homes, Sparking Humanitarian Crisis

Residents of Gebbe village in Shanga LGA, Kebbi State, have been forced to abandon their homes following renewed attacks by armed bandits. Families, including children, were seen fleeing through rough terrain and crossing streams, carrying minimal belongings. Displaced villagers now face severe challenges, lacking shelter, food, clean water, and healthcare. Social media posts have called for urgent humanitarian intervention, but as of now, the Kebbi State Government and security agencies have not issued an official response. Security analysts warn the ongoing attacks could worsen instability in the area.

One Killed, Five Trapped After Kebbi Rice Mill Collapse; Rescue Ongoing as Deputy Governor Oversees Operations

A section of a private rice mill in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, partially collapsed on Tuesday, killing one staff member and trapping five others under the rubble. Rescue efforts are ongoing, led by the State Fire Service and Government Emergency Response units. Kebbi State Deputy Governor, Umar Abubakar Tafida, visited the site to assess the damage and monitor the rescue operation. The cause of the collapse is yet to be determined, with a full investigation planned after the rescue phase. The state government has pledged continued support until all affected individuals are accounted for. This incident follows a recent fire outbreak at Bagudo General Hospital, which caused panic but no casualties.

BREAKING: Malami’s Son Falls Ill, Rushed to Kuje Prison Clinic as EFCC Arraigns Ex-Attorney-General, Son and Wife Over ₦8.7 Billion Money Laundering and Fraud Charges

Abdulaziz Malami, son of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), was rushed to the Kuje Correctional Centre clinic after reportedly falling ill shortly after being remanded in custody. The development comes on the same day the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned Malami, his son, and his fourth wife, Hajia Bashir Asabe, before a Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged money laundering and fraud totalling ₦8.71 billion.
The defendants face 16 counts bordering on conspiracy, procurement, concealment and laundering of proceeds of unlawful activities, contrary to the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. The EFCC alleges that Malami used his son and several corporate entities to disguise public funds through bank accounts, loans, Bureau De Change operators and high-value property acquisitions across Abuja, Kano and Kebbi. All three pleaded not guilty and were remanded in Kuje Prison pending a bail hearing fixed for January 2, 2026, as the case proceeds to full trial.

Nigerian Police Debunk Bombing Claims, Confirm Kebbi General Hospital Explosion Caused by Inferno From Overheated Gas Cylinders

The Kebbi State Police Command has dismissed reports of a bomb blast or aerial attack at the General Hospital in Bagudo, confirming that the explosion was caused by an inferno that overheated air-conditioning and refrigerator gas cylinders. Police said expert investigations found no explosives involved and confirmed that no lives were lost, urging the public to rely only on official information and avoid unverified reports.

EFCC arraigns Malami, son, employee for money laundering

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arraigned former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami, SAN for alleged money laundering before the Federal High Court in Abuja.

Malami alongside his son and Asabe Bashir, an employee of a firm allegedly linked to the former minister are facing sixteen counts change.

The trio pleaded not guilty to all the 16 counts that alleged them of money laundering and illegitimate accumulation of wealth.

The charge included suspicious accumulation and frantic efforts to conceal the alleged illicit origins of multi-billion naira worth of assets in Abuja, Kano and Kebbi.

Prosecution alleged that the offences violated provisions of Money Laundering (Prohibition and Prevention) Acts of 2022.

The former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami and two others are to be remanded in Kuje Correctional facility pending the ruling of the court on the defendants bail application.
The matter has been adjourned 2nd January, 2026.

Kebbi Police Clarify Bagudo Hospital Explosion, Debunk Bomb and Helicopter Claims

The Kebbi State Police Command has clarified the cause of the explosion at the General Hospital, Bagudo, which occurred on 30th December 2025.

The Command confirmed that there was no bomb or helicopter involvement, and no casualties were recorded.

Investigations conducted by the Kebbi State Police, in collaboration with EOD-CBRN experts and the Commissioner of Police Tactical Team, revealed that the explosion was caused by an inferno from overheated air-conditioning and refrigerator gas cylinders.

The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman Anisma, urged the public and media to disregard unverified reports suggesting a bomb or helicopter and to rely solely on official updates from the Police.

The Kebbi State Police Command assures residents that all necessary measures have been taken to prevent any recurrence and that the situation remains fully under control.

Explosion Rocks General Hospital in Bagudo, Kebbi State; Police, Bomb Disposal Experts Respond

An explosion occurred at the General Hospital in Bagudo Local Government Area of Kebbi State, causing panic among residents, though no casualties were reported. The Kebbi State Police Command deployed joint security teams and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD-CBRN) operatives to secure the area and assess the situation. The blast damaged a building within the hospital’s staff quarters, but occupants had evacuated safely prior to the incident. Authorities launched investigations to determine the cause of the explosion and urged residents to remain calm while security efforts continue. Additional tactical deployments were ordered to maintain public order.

Explosion Rocks Kebbi General Hospital in Bagudo, Damages Staff Quarters as Police, Military Launch Investigation

An early morning explosion has rocked the General Hospital in Bagudo, Kebbi State, causing damage to part of the hospital’s staff quarters and triggering panic among residents and health workers. The Kebbi State Police Command confirmed the incident, stating that no casualties were recorded as occupants had evacuated before the blast. Security operatives, including police, military personnel and vigilante groups, swiftly secured the area, while experts from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal–CBRN unit were deployed to assess the scene. Authorities have launched a full-scale investigation to determine the source of the explosion and urged residents to stay away from the hospital vicinity as security operations continue.

Suspected Terrorists Attack Gebbe Community in Kebbi, Residents Feared Dead and Injured

Gebbe community in Shanga Local Government Area, Kebbi State, came under a sudden and deadly attack by suspected terrorists, leaving multiple residents dead and many injured. Eyewitnesses reported indiscriminate gunfire, forcing villagers to flee to surrounding areas. The police confirmed the incident and deployed reinforcements to prevent further casualties. Residents have called on government and security agencies for urgent intervention, describing the assault as unprecedented for the area.