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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14-Year-Old Boy Ends it All After Being Teased for Giving Girl a Gift in Ogun

A fourteen-year-old boy, simply identified as Pelumi, in the Onipaanu area of Ogun State has taken his own life, sending waves of shock and grief across the community. According to findings by SaharaReporters, Pelumi k+lled himself shortly after giving a girl in his neighbourhood a gift and a love letter

Apostle Suleman Demands ₦1B, 48-Hour Retraction Over Viral Fake-Miracle Allegations

Apostle Johnson Suleman of Omega Fire Ministries has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to SaharaReporters, demanding a full retraction and apology for an April 2025 report linking him to an alleged staged resurrection miracle. The cleric, through his lawyers, is seeking ₦1billion in damages over claims made by Apostle Wisdom, who accused him of providing an injection used to fake a miracle. Suleman insists the allegations are fabricated, citing a new video in which Apostle O.C. Benjamin denies ever meeting him. His legal team warns of imminent litigation if the demands are not met.

EXCLUSIVE: Abuja Woman Detained After Rejecting Sexual Advances From Ubulu-Uku Prime Minister, Rights Group Alleges Police Complicity

A woman identified as Hajia Ngozi is reportedly being detained at Garki Police Station in Abuja after rejecting alleged sexual advances from Hon. Asika James Onwordi, the Traditional Prime Minister of Ubulu-Uku Kingdom in Delta State. According to voice notes and information obtained by SaharaReporters, Onwordi allegedly offered her ₦5 million to procure explicit recordings of other women, a request she declined as a married woman. The refusal reportedly led to intimidation, physical assault, seizure of her phone, and her eventual arrest under the alleged influence of the politician. Despite accusations of harassment and coercion, police officers detained Ngozi instead of the official. Rights group RULAAC has petitioned the Nigeria Police Complaint Response Unit, describing her detention as unlawful and a misuse of police powers, while calling for her immediate release and a full investigation into the conduct of both the officers and Onwordi.


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Former Zamfara Aide Alleges Defence Minister Matawalle Funded Bandits, Hid Arrested Terror Leader

A former Senior Special Assistant (SSA) in Zamfara State, Musa Muhammad Kamara, has accused Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, of allegedly funding armed bandits, purchasing vehicles for terror leaders, and concealing a notorious bandit following his arrest. Kamara claimed in a video obtained by SaharaReporters that under Matawalle’s tenure as Zamfara governor, cash and vehicles were distributed to commanders including Kachalla Halilu, Bello Turji, and Ado Aleru. He also alleged he handled the purchase of a house for Turji and that ₦88 million meant for Sallah cow distribution was misappropriated. Kamara said he has evidence and intends to go to court to substantiate the claims.




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Kidnappers Demand N100 Million for Abducted Vine Crest College Employee in Ogun

Magaji Adebanjo, an employee of Vine Crest College, has been kidnapped along Kabba Road in Kogi State while traveling from Iperu to Abuja. In a video obtained by SaharaReporters, Adebanjo is seen tied up with a gun pointed at his head, pleading for help. His abductors are demanding a ransom of N100 million for his release. Adebanjo, who has a pregnant wife, a young son, and an elderly father depending on him, called on Nigerians for urgent assistance. The incident highlights the growing wave of kidnappings along highways in Kogi and neighboring states.


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Nigerian Air Force Alpha Jet Crashes in Niger State, Two Pilots Survive

A Nigerian Air Force Alpha Jet crashed near Karabonde in Borgu LGA of Niger State on Saturday. The incident was first reported by Lapai TV, which shared a video confirming the survival of the two pilots involved. The NAF has not yet issued an official statement regarding the cause of the crash or the mission details. A video obtained by SaharaReporters showed smoke rising from the crash site, leaving residents worried as they await further clarification from authorities.

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SaharaReporters Uncovers 23 Suspected Terror Financiers Linked to Billions in Suspicious Transactions

SaharaReporters has exposed a network of 23 suspected terror financiers—20 Nigerians and three international associates—connected to billions of naira in suspicious transactions linked to Boko Haram activities. The investigation reveals massive inflows and outflows across hundreds of bank accounts, with several suspects named in UAE court judgments for aiding terrorist financing. Many of the Nigerian suspects, arrested in 2021, were later released under questionable circumstances. The financial trails show transfers for weapons procurement, cross-border funding, money laundering, and links to convicted terrorists. International suspects, including the late Rwandan businessman Tribert Ayabatwa, his son Paul Nkwaya and arms dealer Aboubacar Hima, were tied to offshore transfers and arms financing. The report highlights a deeply entrenched, coordinated terror funding network spanning Nigeria, the UAE, Rwanda, South Africa, and Niger.

16 Rivers Lawmakers, Speaker Defect from PDP to APC, Confirming SaharaReporters’ Exclusive

Sixteen members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, have officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move, announced during Friday’s plenary, confirms SaharaReporters’ earlier exclusive report that the lawmakers loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike would dump the PDP. Amaewhule said the defection was triggered by a “clear division” within the PDP. The development marks a major escalation in the political crisis in Rivers State and further highlights the strained relationship between Wike and President Bola Tinubu, despite Wike’s attempts to regain favour with the presidency.

EXCLUSIVE: Woman and Three Children Allegedly Detained by Abuja Police on Husband’s Orders

A woman, Adaeze Gift Echendu Ike, and her three young children were reportedly arrested and held at the Airport Police Command in Abuja after her husband, businessman Chukwudi Christopher Ike, allegedly instructed the police to detain them for leaving the marriage. A family source revealed to SaharaReporters on Thursday that they were forced to sleep on the floor of the police station during their detention.

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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.

Family Petitions IGP as Ogun Policemen Accused of Torturing Okada Rider to Death




The family of 28-year-old motorcyclist Saheed Ganiyu Ayinde has petitioned Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, alleging that officers at the Ago-Iwoye Divisional Police Headquarters tortured him to death while in custody.
According to the petition submitted through their lawyer, Ayinde was arrested alongside his roommate after being falsely linked to a robbery. He was reportedly chained, brutalised, and repeatedly tortured by Inspector Yakub Adams until he died in detention, with witnesses describing his clothing soaked in blood.
The family condemned the police for extra-judicial killing, extortion, and human rights violations, accusing officers of attempting to conceal Ayinde’s death. They demanded a full investigation, protection for witnesses, and disciplinary action against all officers involved. The petition warns that failure to act could heighten tensions within the community.


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Tinubu Gifts Luxury Vehicles to State Coordinators for 2027 Campaign as Insecurity Worsens




President Bola Tinubu has reportedly distributed luxury vehicles — including a Toyota Land Cruiser, Hilux, and Hummer bus — to state coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, a nationwide political mobilisation group led by Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma. The coordinators were also instructed to contribute ₦1 billion per state toward Tinubu’s 2027 presidential campaign.
The move has sparked criticism amid Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation, with insiders calling the gesture insensitive as citizens face rampant kidnappings and violent attacks. Tinubu recently appointed Uzodimma as “Renewed Hope Ambassador” to drive nationwide political outreach ahead of 2027.


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Kaduna Government Withholds Federal Allocations From 23 LGAs for Months, Defying Supreme Court Autonomy Ruling




Kaduna State’s 23 local government councils have reportedly gone over three months without receiving their constitutionally mandated federal allocations, despite a July 2024 Supreme Court ruling granting full financial autonomy to local governments. Sources told SaharaReporters that since Governor Uba Sani assumed office in 2023, councils have only received N10 million monthly for limited expenses, apart from salaries. Officials say the withheld funds have crippled basic administration, including payment of casual staff, security response, logistics, and community support. Some councils—particularly in insecurity-prone areas like Giwa, Birnin Gwari, Kachia, and Kagarko—are unable to conduct essential operations.

Local government insiders allege that media coverage has been muted due to political pressure and accuse the Ministry for Local Governments of diverting funds into private accounts. The financial crisis has reignited tensions between Governor Uba Sani and former governor Nasir El-Rufai, who recently accused Sani of mismanaging resources and diverting public funds. However, a Kaduna State House of Assembly report also indicts El-Rufai’s own administration for large-scale financial mismanagement, irregular contracts, and misuse of both domestic and foreign loans between 2015 and 2023. Councils now await the restoration of federal allocations to function according to the Supreme Court’s directive.

T%rrorists K+ll Ex-Councillor, Abd¥ct Two Sons in Adamawa Community

T%rrorists on Monday launched a d+adly att+ck on Kirchinga community in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State, k+lling a former councillor and abd¥cting his two sons.

The victim, Hon. Thlama Sini, a former councillor representing Kirchinga Ward, was reportedly taken alongside his children during the late-night raid. Local sources said the attackers later k+lled him and escaped with the boys.

Kirchinga, the home village of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has endured repeated t%rrorist incursions over the years, making the latest a§§ault particularly shocking for residents and a further blow to the area’s fragile sense of security.

Family sources told SaharaReporters that the t+rrorists stormed Sini’s home and ordered him to follow them into the forest with his sons. “He told them he was diabetic and hypertensive and could not make the journey into the forest, and instead asked them to name their price,” a family source said.

According to the sources, the att+ckers rejected any negotiation, led Sini to the outskirts of the village, and sh@thim d+ad before fleeing with the boys. Authorities have yet to release an official statement as search efforts for the abd¥cted children continue.

Local Contractors Protest Non-Payment of ₦4 Trillion — Accuse Tinubu Govt of Ignoring 2024 Project Debts

Local contractors under the All Indigenous Contractors Association of Nigeria (AICAN) are protesting again over the Federal Government’s failure to pay ₦4 trillion owed for completed 2024 capital projects.

Despite multiple meetings with the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, the contractors say no payment has been made.

Many say they are now out of business:

“We’ve run out of cash. We can’t pay school fees. We can’t continue like this,” a contractor told SaharaReporters.

In September, the contractors stormed the Ministry of Finance in Abuja demanding payment. Only 5 out of 5,000 contractors have reportedly received anything.

The protests forced the House of Representatives to suspend plenary earlier this month, after lawmakers acknowledged the “dire hardship” contractors are facing.

Meanwhile, data from GovSpend shows the Presidency spent billions on vehicles and foreign exchange in 2024 — raising more questions about government priorities.

The contractors vow to remain on the streets until every member is paid.
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VIDEO: Winners Chapel Church Accused Of Demolishing Only Bridge In Ogun Community, Cutting Off Residents, Workers
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BREAKING: Nigerian Army Dismisses Four Soldiers Fighting Boko Haram For ‘Disobeying Standing Order

The Nigerian Army has dismissed four soldiers serving in the fight against Boko Haram in the North-East for allegedly disobeying a standing order. The affected soldiers are Mukaila Mutari, Isah Emmanuel, Kolomo Alex, and Ibrahim Musa. Their dismissal, dated November 17, 2025, was revealed through photos obtained by SaharaReporters.
A standing order refers to a permanent military instruction or directive from a superior officer. However, the exact order the soldiers allegedly violated has not yet been disclosed.
This development occurred the same day that Brigadier-General Musa Uba was confirmed captured and killed by ISWAP terrorists. The dismissal also comes amid heightened military activity following an ISWAP ambush that resulted in the deaths of soldiers and Civilian JTF members, prompting senior military officials to travel to Damboa, Borno State, to coordinate rescue efforts for abducted personnel.

"Majority of Bandits Neutralised, Only Few Scattered Elements Remain"— Defence Minister,Matawalle.

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has stated that most b+ndit leaders and their followers have been neutralised, noting that only a few scattered elements remain. He added that President Bola Tinubu has directed Operation FANSAN YAMMA troops to eliminate the remaining bandits in the North-West.

SaharaReporters previously reported that the Kebbi State Police confirmed the abduction of at least 25 students from the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, Danko/Wasagu LGA, on Monday morning.

The attack by heavily armed bandits resulted in the d+ath of one staff member and injury to another, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar Kotarkoshi said. The incident reportedly occurred around 4am, with assailants engaging police officers in a gun battle.

Matawalle made his remarks during a visit to the Theatre Command Headquarters, following Juma’at prayers at the Command Mosque.

According to his Director of Information, Ibrahim Sule, he conveyed President Tinubu’s appreciation for the troops’ courage, patriotism, and achievements in dismantling bandit formations across the Northwest.

He told the soldiers: “Most key bandit leaders and their foot soldiers have been neutralised through your gallant effort. What remains now are scattered elements, and the Commander-in-Chief has directed that these must be completely eliminated. You have every support needed logistics, equipment, welfare, and morale to finish the job.”

Matawalle was received by Theatre Commander Maj. Gen. Warrah Bello Idris, who briefed him on recent operations, including neutralising high-value targets and reclaiming communities previously under bandit control. The minister praised the troops’ resilience, calling their sacrifices the foundation for peace returning to Zamfara and neighbouring states.

Addressing officers and soldiers, Matawalle urged sustained vigilance and discipline, assuring them that total victory was near. “Your sacrifices will never be in vain. The President, the nation, and soon the people of this region will sleep peacefully,” he declared.

Just In: Travellers Stranded as Terrorists Launch Attack on Eruku–Egbe Road in Kwara — Sahara Reporters

Terrorists reportedly launched an attack on travellers along the Eruku–Egbe road in the Eruku area of Ekiti Local Government, Kwara State, on Monday, forcing vehicles to a halt.

According to footage obtained by SaharaReporters, several buses and trucks were seen parked by the roadside as commuters fled into nearby bushes for safety.

An eyewitness confirmed that the attackers were still active in the area as of Monday afternoon, advising motorists to avoid the route until security operatives restore order.

This latest incident comes after gunmen attacked a commercial bus on Sunday along the Ayere–Kabba road in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing one passenger and injuring several others.

The attack reportedly occurred around 5pm when armed men ambushed travellers on the busy road. While some vehicles escaped, many passengers were shot.

“One person was confirmed dead at the general hospital, while others are being treated for gunshot wounds,” a source said.

Residents say the Ayere–Kabba and Eruku–Egbe corridors have increasingly become hotspots for armed attacks, with gangs believed to be operating between Kogi and Kwara States.