Tunji-Ojo certificate saga: Prove you’re not shielding South-West ministers – Gani to Tinubu.

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Taofik Gani, has urged President Bola Tinubu to prove his transparency and fairness by directing the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, to publicly clear his name over alleged irregularities in his National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, record and previous corruption allegations.

Gani made this call in a statement on Wednesday, warning that the growing perception of nepotism and selective justice in the Tinubu administration could undermine public confidence in the government’s anti-corruption efforts.

He said there are several petitions against Tunji-Ojo, including claims that he absconded during his mandatory NYSC service year but still presented a discharge certificate during his ministerial screening.

“If President Tinubu and his party, the APC, are sincere about fighting corruption, the minister should be directed to clear himself or resign honorably like Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, the former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, who resigned after allegations of certificate forgery.

“This is where President Tinubu has to prove that he is not shielding South-West ministers in corruption cases,” Gani stated.

Convener of the League for Good Governance, Isaiah Ijele, urged Tinubu to allow the Department of State Services, DSS, to investigate the certificate scandal hung on the minister.

Nigerians blush uncontrollably as VP Shettima reveals EFCC recovered over ₦500 billion in assets in just two years.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has revealed that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) recovered assets worth over ₦500 billion within the first two years of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

Shettima made this known on Monday while declaring open a three-day capacity-building workshop for judges and justices, organised by the EFCC and the National Judicial Institute (NJI) in Abuja.

Representing President Tinubu, the VP said the administration’s policy of non-interference in anti-graft agencies has strengthened their independence and boosted Nigeria’s anti-corr¥ption drive.

“As an administration, we have prioritised public accountability by empowering anti-corr¥ption agencies to operate without political interference. The EFCC, for instance, has secured over 7,000 convictions and recovered assets valued at over ₦500 billion,” Shettima stated.

He noted that proceeds from the recovered assets are being reinvested into national development schemes such as the students’ loan and consumer credit programmes to enhance economic growth and welfare.

Reaffirming Tinubu’s commitment to the rule of law, Shettima said no political ally enjoys protection from investigation, urging judges to uphold integrity and resist corruption.

“Corruption is no respecter of persons. Judges are not immune from its consequences,” he warned, stressing the need for stronger collaboration across government arms to sustain the anti-corruption fight.

Court rejects request to stop Kano anti-graft agency from probing Dala Inland Dry Port.

A Federal High Court in Kano has refused to grant a request seeking to stop the Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission from investigating the Dala Inland Dry Port project.

The case was filed by Hassan Bello, Abubakar Bawuro Sahabo, and Adamu Aliyu Sanda, who asked the court to restrain the commission and the state attorney general from taking any action against them until their fundamental rights case is decided.

Justice Simon Amobeda, who presided over the matter, refused the ex parte application and ordered that the respondents — the anti-corruption agency and the state attorney general — be informed to appear and explain why the request should be granted.

The judge further directed that, court documents should be properly served to the respondents before the next hearing date. The case was adjourned until October 28, 2025.

We Have Already Submitted Your Documents To EFCC – CCB to Nyesom Wike.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has found himself embroiled in a fresh controversy over allegations of secret acquisition of multimillion-dollar properties in Florida, USA.

According to reports, Wike attempted to amend his asset declaration with the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) to include the properties, but was informed that his original declaration had already been forwarded to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for thorough verification and investigation.

Sources close to the minister revealed that Wike was unsettled by the development, which could potentially lead to a forensic audit of his financial dealings. Investigations by some media outlets uncovered a pattern of concealment and alleged violations of Nigeria’s asset declaration laws by the minister. Records obtained showed that Wike acquired a $2 million mansion in Winter Springs, Florida, registered under the names of his wife, Justice Eberechi Wike, and their three children.

Further investigations revealed that three multimillion-dollar homes in affluent Florida communities were purchased covertly using cash transactions and swiftly transferred to their children via quitclaim deeds, executed by Wike’s wife. These transactions, spanning from 2021 to 2023, raised suspicions of attempts to keep assets beyond the regulatory grasp of Nigerian anti-corruption bodies.

The CCB informed Wike that his file had already been transmitted to the EFCC for verification, and the anti-graft agency is now conducting a forensic audit of Wike’s declarations, ownership details, and possible infractions. Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), advocacy groups, and international NGOs have launched campaigns demanding an exhaustive probe into Wike’s financial dealings, citing suspected diversion of public funds and illicit enrichment.

Wike’s camp has denied the allegations, dismissing them as politically motivated attacks. However, documentary evidence filed in US property registries tells a different story. An EFCC source said the minister is “playing with fire” and that the ongoing forensic financial investigations will uncover the truth. As the investigation unfolds, Wike’s reputation and future hang in the balance.

INEC Yet to Show Readiness for Credible Polls — Atiku Accuses Tinubu of Using State Power to Intimidate Opposition


Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has raised concerns over what he described as the declining independence of Nigeria’s electoral system and the misuse of state power ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Atiku, speaking through his Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, in an interview with Punch Newspaper, accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of using government institutions, including anti-corruption agencies, to intimidate opposition leaders and force mass defections into the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

“The Constitution provides for freedom of association. As a democrat, Atiku Abubakar will not dictate to others whom they associate with. But it is clear that the Tinubu-led APC has been using state power to coerce opposition figures,” he said.


According to Atiku, the wave of defections across political parties does not reflect genuine political conviction but rather self-preservation by politicians seeking protection and personal gain.

“All of these defectors do not have the people’s interest at heart. What they are doing is to protect their own interests,” he added.


The former Vice President emphasized that despite the ongoing political realignments, ordinary Nigerians remain the ultimate deciders of the 2027 election outcome.

“It is Nigerians — the long-suffering, impoverished citizens who can hardly feed, educate their children, or access basic healthcare — who will determine the fate of 2027. The battle line has been drawn between the forces of good and evil,” Atiku declared.


He expressed disappointment that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has yet to demonstrate genuine commitment to reforming the electoral process, warning that without concrete improvements, the 2027 elections could mirror past irregularities.

Atiku, however, expressed optimism that the will of the people would prevail over political manipulation and state-backed coercion.

Tinubu Urges World Leaders To Declare Theft Of Mineral Resources An International Crime.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on world leaders to recognise the stealing of countries’ mineral resources through illegal mining and smuggling as an international crime.

Speaking at the 7th Annual General Assembly of the Network of Anti-Corruption Institutions in West Africa (NACIWA) in Abuja, the President said the illegal exploitation of Africa’s natural resources has become a global threat to economic stability and peace.

Tinubu lamented that billions of dollars are lost yearly to mineral smuggling, corruption, and illicit trade, which he said fuel insecurity, kidnapping and banditry across the continent.

“The stealing of our countries’ mineral resources should no longer be treated as a local issue. It is an international cr+me that undermines peace and stability,” he said.

The President urged the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the broader international community to strengthen legal frameworks that criminalize illegal mining and resource theft.

He also called for collective regional action to trace and recover stolen assets, while emphasizing transparency in their use. Tinubu disclosed that Nigeria has so far channelled over ₦100 billion in recovered proceeds into social intervention projects such as the Student Loan Scheme and the Consumer Credit Scheme.

“No nation can win this fight alone. We must build stronger partnerships and ensure that those who profit from our collective wealth face justice,” he added.

Tinubu further appealed to world leaders to support a global convention against resource theft, similar to existing international laws against drug and human trafficking.

Ex-Jigawa Lawmaker Jailed Over ₦5 Million Fraud.

A former lawmaker in Jigawa State, Hon. Shu’ibu Kashim Dila, has been convicted and sentenced for offences bordering on conspiracy, breach of trust, and cheating after a six-month trial at the Chief Magistrate Court II in Dutse.

Dila, who hails from Malam Madori Local Government Area, was found guilty by Chief Magistrate Abdullahi Ibrahim Aliyu after the Jigawa State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (JSPCACC) brought charges against him.

According to the Commission’s spokesperson, Yusuf Suleiman, the case was triggered by a petition filed on February 17, 2025, by Aisha Yusuf of Hadejia Local Government.

She accused Dila, working in concert with his wife, of deceitfully obtaining ₦5 million from her with a written agreement that the money would be repaid within a month.

When the deadline passed, the defendant allegedly sent his wife away to an unknown location to avoid honouring the agreement.

Following an investigation, the Commission said Dila confessed to the act, and evidence showed clear intent to defraud.

He was arraigned on a three-count charge.

During the trial, the prosecution team, led by Barrister Zubairu Haladu, called three witnesses and presented two exhibits. The defence, on the other hand, produced two witnesses but offered no exhibits.

Nigerian Soldiers Fighting Boko Haram Lament About Allegedly Getting Paid N20,000 Out of N100,000 Monthly Allowance.

Fresh findings by SaharaReporters have revealed that Nigerian soldiers deployed to the North-East for counter-insurgency operations against Boko Haram receive only N20,000 monthly from the N100,000 Scarce Skills Allowance (SSA) approved by the Federal Government.

Several soldiers who spoke on the matter expressed frustration that, despite official approvals dating back to 2017, they are still being denied their full entitlements.

“Yes, the Federal Government approved N100,000 per soldier, but we only receive N20,000,” one soldier said. “The Air Force recently raised theirs to N50,000, but the Army has refused. This underpayment started under former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai (retd.).”

The SSA was one of several welfare packages introduced in November 2017 by former President Muhammadu Buhari under the Manual of Financial Administration for the Armed Forces of Nigeria (MAFA). The document explicitly provides for N100,000 monthly payment to all military personnel, regardless of rank.

However, soldiers told SaharaReporters they are still being paid between N20,000 and N30,000, in clear vi%lation of the guidelines.

This revelation echoes similar allegations published in 2021, when troops accused the Army leadership under Buratai of diverting allowances. At the time, soldiers complained that their Uniform and Boot Allowance, along with the SSA approved since 2017, had either been unpaid or grossly reduced.

One soldier explained: “The Scarce Skills Allowance approved by the President in 2017 was N100,000, but the Army only began paying in 2020 and even then, Privates to Corporals got N20,000, Sergeants and Staff Sergeants N25,000, while Warrant Officers received N30,000. Uniform and boot allowances have not been paid at all.”

The aggrieved soldiers are calling on President Bola Tinubu to direct anti-corruption agencies such as the EFCC and ICPC to investigate the non-payment and diversion of their welfare funds.

Nepal’s capital on Saturday took a step back towards normality after deadly anti-corruption protests, as daily life returned with a curfew eased and an interim prime minister sworn into office.

Nepal’s Prime Minister Resigns Amid Mass Protests Over Social Media Ban, others.

Nepal’s Prime Minister, KP Sharma Oli, has stepped down following days of violent anti-corruption protests that left at least 19 people dead.

“The PM has quit,” Oli’s aide, Prakash Silwal, confirmed to Reuters on Tuesday. In his resignation letter to President Ram Chandra Paudel, Oli said he was leaving “with immediate effect in order to take further steps towards a political solution and resolution of the problems […] taking into account the extraordinary situation currently prevailing in the country.”

The president’s office has now begun consultations to appoint a new leader, according to officials. Oli’s departure came as demonstrators defied a city-wide curfew in Kathmandu, torching politicians’ homes, clashing with riot police, and shutting down the capital. Kathmandu’s international airport was also forced to close on Tuesday afternoon amid escalating unrest.

The violence erupted after the government imposed, then lifted, a ban on social media platforms including Facebook, X, and YouTube. Authorities said the block was triggered by non-compliance with new regulations, but it quickly fueled anger among young Nepalis already frustrated by corruption, poor governance, and limited economic opportunities.

Protesters stormed streets near parliament on Monday, where police responded with tear gas and rubber bullets. By Tuesday, the clashes had spread across the capital, with demonstrators burning tyres, throwing stones, and chasing security officers.

Homes belonging to senior political figures, including President Paudel and opposition leader Sher Bahadur Deuba, were also targeted. Local media reported that several ministers had to be evacuated by military helicopters.

Nepal has endured political instability and economic hardship since the monarchy was abolished in 2008. Before resigning, Oli convened a cross-party meeting, warning that violence was not in the nation’s interest and urging for “peaceful dialogue to find solutions.”

Court Orders Forfeiture of ₦246m Shares in Zenith, UBA, GTCO Tied to Ex-Army General.

EFCC wins major corruption case as blue-chip investments linked to retired military chief are seized for the Federal Government.
A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the permanent forfeiture of nearly ₦246 million worth of shares in some of Nigeria’s biggest companies linked to retired Major General Umar Mohammed, a former Managing Director of Nigerian Army Properties Limited (NAPL), and businessman Kayode Filani.

The ruling, delivered by Justice Dehinde Dipeolu, followed an application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which argued that the shares were acquired with proceeds of unlawful activities during Mohammed’s tenure at NAPL.

The confiscated assets span several blue-chip firms, including Zenith Bank Plc, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) Plc, Transcorp Hotels Plc, Nigerian Breweries Plc, NAHCO, Vitafoam Nigeria Plc, University Press Plc, Oando Plc, and Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc.

This judgment is being hailed as one of the most significant anti-corruption victories in recent years, showcasing the government’s resolve to recover illicit wealth and hold high-ranking officials accountable.

Whistleblower Victory: Ogun Nurse Reinstated

The National Industrial Court has ordered the reinstatement of Thomas Olamide to the Ogun State College of Health Technology after she was dismissed for exposing corruption, theft, and misconduct at the institution.

The court ruled her termination illegal and null, awarding her N5 million in damages and back pay.
Lawyer Timothy Adewale described the ruling as a watershed moment, noting that it protects whistleblowers even without a statutory law in Nigeria.

Olamide had reported NHIS drug hoarding, theft of government property, and harassment of students, which led to her dismissal. The judgment is hailed as a victory for justice and anti-corruption efforts in Nigeria.

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The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) has honoured Assistant Route Commander Babatunde Owoeye of the Osun State Sector Command for demonstrating exceptional integrity after rejecting bribes from traffic offenders on 104 occasions in July 2025.

According to records, Owoeye also turned down 18 bribe attempts in May & 38 in June, underscoring his consistent commitment to ethical service.

He was recognised at a ceremony held on Wednesday at the Osun State Command headquarters where Sector Commander Leye Adegboyega commended him for upholding the Corps’ long-standing anti-corruption values.

“For his outstanding integrity, Assistant Route Commander Babatunde J. Owoeye has been awarded a commendation and a cash gift of N250,000. Recording 104 ‘Attempt to Corrupt Marshal on Duty’ (ACS) cases in a single month is unprecedented in the command’s history,” Adegboyega stated.

The FRSC stressed its zero-tolerance policy on bribery, assuring that honesty & professionalism among officers would continue to be rewarded

JUST IN: Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has inaugurated the new Chairman of Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC), Sa’idu Yahya, with a charge to him to firmly steer the affairs of the agency

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Fake Gold Deal Busted in Uganda — Seven Arrested for Scamming Nigerian Businessman of $70,000

The Ugandan State House Anti-Corruption Unit has arrested seven suspects, including Congolese and Ugandan nationals, over a $70,000 fake gold scam targeting a Nigerian businessman. Authorities recovered 150kg of counterfeit gold and warned investors to verify deals before parting with their money.

The suspects allegedly posed as gold sellers, clearing agents, and company officials, convincing the victim, Mark Gbillah, that they could supply seven kilograms of gold through Legacy Refinery Limited and Emerod Agency Limited. Investigations later revealed the firms had no gold.

The arrests were made after Gbillah reported the scam, enabling authorities to set up a sting operation that caught the fraudsters before they could extort more funds.
Police seized 150 kilograms of fake gold bars and imitation nuggets used to deceive other potential victims.

Officials have urged the public to conduct due diligence and report suspicious business activities to avoid falling prey to similar fraud. The suspects will be charged in court soon.

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar alleges that Senator Aminu Tambuwal’s detention by the EFCC was orchestrated under President Tinubu’s orders to weaken the opposition, warning against a slide into one-party rule.

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of detaining former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, on the direct orders of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

In a statement posted on X, Atiku claimed the sole reason for Tambuwal’s detention was his membership in the opposition coalition. He described it as part of a wider strategy by the Tinubu administration to harass, intimidate, and cripple opposition forces.

Atiku alleged that the current government has turned the fight against corruption into a political weapon aimed at coercing opposition leaders into joining the ruling party. While stressing the importance of a genuine anti-corruption campaign that enjoys national support, he condemned its weaponization for political gain — calling for strong resistance from civil society and the international community.

“It is as though anyone associated with the opposition is targeted with phantom corruption allegations,” Atiku wrote, adding, “Once coerced into Tinubu’s political fold, their so-called ‘sins’ are instantly forgiven.”

He reaffirmed that opposition members would not yield to what he called “anti-democratic machinations” designed to force Nigeria into a one-party state.

#AtikuAbubakar #TinubuAdministration #EFCCNigeria #AminuTambuwal #NigeriaPolitics #OppositionVoices

Atiku Accuses Tinubu of Using EFCC to Target Opposition, Alleges Tambuwal’s Detention Is Politically Motivated

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of detaining former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, on the direct orders of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

In a statement posted on X, Atiku claimed the sole reason for Tambuwal’s detention was his membership in the opposition coalition. He described it as part of a wider strategy by the Tinubu administration to harass, intimidate, and cripple opposition forces.

Atiku alleged that the current government has turned the fight against corruption into a political weapon aimed at coercing opposition leaders into joining the ruling party. While stressing the importance of a genuine anti-corruption campaign that enjoys national support, he condemned its weaponization for political gain — calling for strong resistance from civil society and the international community.

“It is as though anyone associated with the opposition is targeted with phantom corruption allegations,” Atiku wrote, adding, “Once coerced into Tinubu’s political fold, their so-called ‘sins’ are instantly forgiven.”

He reaffirmed that opposition members would not yield to what he called “anti-democratic machinations” designed to force Nigeria into a one-party state.

#AtikuAbubakar #TinubuAdministration #EFCCNigeria #AminuTambuwal #NigeriaPolitics #OppositionVoices #AntiCorruption #DemocracyWatch

EFCC Now Operates Like A Department Of The APC, Targeting Oppositions ADC.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of turning the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) into a political weapon against opposition politicians.
‘EFCC Now Operates Like A Department Of The APC, Targeting Oppositions – ADC
ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi
In a statement on Monday, the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, alleged that the EFCC’s recent actions, including reopening old cases and summoning opposition members, were politically motivated.

“The EFCC was created to be a fearless defender of the Nigerian people’s trust, applying the law evenly to all, friend or foe, ruling party or opposition. Today, that vision appears to have been compromised,” Abdullahi said.

The ADC claimed that the anti-graft agency had abandoned impartiality and now functioned like “a department of the APC, deployed to fight government critics and opposition figures.”

It also accused the EFCC of dropping investigations involving APC allies while relentlessly pursuing opposition leaders.

“Since a certain former governor defected to the APC with his state’s entire political machinery, the EFCC’s investigations into his administration have vanished from public view. Not a question has been asked. Not a document leaked. Not a single update. In today’s Nigeria, one’s guilt or innocence appears to depend on party membership, not evidence,” Abdullahi said.

EFCC Belongs To Nigerians Not APC
According to the ADC, the perceived partisanship was damaging the credibility of both the EFCC and Nigeria’s anti-corruption fight.

“The EFCC does not belong to the APC. It belongs to the Nigerian people. It is funded by taxpayers, not the ruling party,” Abdullahi stressed on behalf of the opposition party.

He warned that using public institutions as political enforcers undermines democracy and fuels public cynicism.

UPDATED: Former President Muhammadu Buhari Laid to Rest in Daura
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari was buried on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, amid a wave of national mourning and solemn ceremonies.

The atmosphere in Daura was heavy with grief as the 82-year-old’s body—draped in the green-white-green Nigerian flag—was lowered into the ground at exactly 5:50 p.m. in the presence of family members, close associates, and dignitaries. Tears flowed freely as the agrarian town, where Buhari was born, became his final resting place.

Full military honors, including gun salutes and ceremonial processions, were rendered to the former Commander-in-Chief. Islamic burial rites preceded the interment, in line with his faith.

Nicknamed Mai Gaskiya (the truth-teller) by many of his northern supporters, Buhari served Nigeria for a total of nine years and eight months—first as military ruler (1984–1985) and later as a democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023, making him one of the country’s longest-serving leaders.

Present at the funeral were First Lady Aisha Buhari; President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima; former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo; Atiku Abubakar; Aliko Dangote; traditional rulers; religious leaders; serving and former governors; and other high-ranking officials.

Before the funeral, President Tinubu had received Buhari’s remains at the Katsina Airport after it was flown from The London Clinic, where the former leader died on Sunday, July 13, following a prolonged illness.

The Federal Government declared a day of national mourning, with flags flown at half-mast across the country.

Buhari’s legacy remains a subject of debate. While many remember him for his staunch anti-corruption stance and discipline-driven policies, critics continue to question the impact and execution of several of his initiatives during his presidency.

Just In: Former President Muhammadu Buhari passes away in London.

President Muhammdu Buhari is dead.

His former aide, Bashir Ahmad, announced the passing of the former president on X.

He wrote: “The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London. May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus. Amin.”

President Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s civilian president from 2015 to 2023 after previously leading the country as a military head of state between 1983 and 1985, was known for his stance on anti-corruption and efforts to stabilise the economy.

Further details regarding burial arrangements are expected to be released by the family in accordance with Islamic rites.