Whistleblower Oluwasanmi Arraigned in Lagos Over Alleged Corruption at Tinubu-Linked Alpha-Beta Firm

Activist and whistleblower Segun Oluwasanmi has been arraigned at Ogba Magistrate Court, Lagos, following his arrest by the Nigeria Police over allegations linked to his exposure of corruption at Alpha-Beta Consulting Limited, a firm connected to President Tinubu. Oluwasanmi had accused the company of underpaying taxes, salary manipulations, inflated contracts, and internal fraud. The Committee for Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) called on supporters to rally in solidarity, describing his case as critical to justice. Oluwasanmi’s arraignment highlights growing tensions between whistleblowers and powerful corporate-political interests in Nigeria.

IPOB Demands International Inquiry Into South-East Insecurity, Accuses Nigerian Government, Military Of Covering Up Killings And Scapegoating Group

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has called for an independent, internationally supervised public inquiry into the root causes of insecurity in Nigeria’s South-East, accusing the Nigerian government and the military of concealing the truth behind violence in the region. In a statement issued by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the separatist group criticised comments attributed to Major General Michael Onoja, dismissing them as “recycled propaganda” and challenging authorities to subject their claims to open, global scrutiny.

IPOB questioned why the government has consistently refused calls for a judge-led inquiry if it is confident in its narrative, insisting that evidence should be presented publicly under oath with international oversight. The group reacted to Onoja’s reported claim that insecurity in the South-East had significantly reduced following the imprisonment of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu and separatist agitator Simon Ekpa, which the military said weakened criminal networks in the region.

Rejecting this position, IPOB said it has “nothing to hide” and urged international bodies such as the United Nations, African Union, European Union and the United States to support an independent commission of inquiry. The group cited past incidents including the 2016 Nkpor killings, Aba National High School shootings, the invasion of Kanu’s home, the Zaria Shiite clashes, Odi and Zaki-Biam operations, and the 2020 Lekki Toll Gate shootings as examples of alleged state violence against civilians that remain unresolved.

IPOB also referenced warnings by former Defence Minister, General Theophilus Danjuma (rtd), about alleged collusion between security forces and armed groups, accusing politicians and security actors of nurturing militias before blaming IPOB when violence escalates. The group further criticised the APC and PDP for what it described as a nationwide collapse of security.

Among its demands, IPOB called for a foreign judge to chair a public inquiry into South-East insecurity, unrestricted access to security records, international protection for whistleblowers, and the immediate and unconditional release of Nnamdi Kanu. The group warned that continued refusal to allow independent scrutiny would deepen public suspicion, insisting that history would eventually expose the truth.

Sowore Kept Screaming About Malami’s Corruption Since 2021’ — Deji Adeyanju Says EFCC Charges Validate Long-Standing Allegations Against Ex-AGF

Human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has reacted strongly to the ongoing prosecution of former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), saying the charges filed against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) confirm long-standing corruption allegations raised years earlier by activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore.
Speaking on Wednesday, Adeyanju said Sowore had consistently warned Nigerians since 2021 about what he described as Malami’s “brazen corruption” while he was still in office, but those warnings were largely ignored at the time. According to Adeyanju, the emergence of what he termed “receipts” from the EFCC now validates those earlier accusations and underscores the importance of sustained civic activism and accountability.
Adeyanju accused Malami of abusing public trust by allegedly amassing enormous wealth and acquiring multiple high-value properties across Nigeria during his tenure as the country’s chief law officer. He described the alleged actions as not merely isolated incidents but part of a deliberate and systematic effort to build a vast illicit empire, stressing that no public official should be allowed to operate above the law.
The activist called on anti-graft agencies to pursue the case thoroughly and without political interference, insisting that Nigeria cannot progress if powerful officials are allowed to allegedly loot public resources with impunity. He said the Malami case should serve as a strong warning to current and future office holders.
Malami is currently facing 16 criminal counts bordering on money laundering, conspiracy, and unlawful acquisition of assets. Prosecutors allege that he, alongside his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami, and an associate, Hajia Bashir Asabe, used corporate fronts and proxies to conceal and launder funds totaling several billion naira between 2015 and 2025. The EFCC claims that at least 30 high-value properties worth an estimated ₦212.8 billion were acquired through proceeds of unlawful activities.
Court documents further allege that the defendants used companies such as Metropolitan Auto Tech Limited, Rahamaniyya Properties Limited, and Meethaq Hotels Limited to disguise the source of funds deposited in various bank accounts and used to purchase luxury properties in Abuja, Kano, and Birnin Kebbi. The alleged offences are said to violate Nigeria’s Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act and related laws.
The case has reignited public debate about corruption, free speech, and the risks faced by whistleblowers and investigative journalists, especially in light of previous defamation suits filed against Sowore and SaharaReporters over reports exposing Malami’s alleged lifestyle and asset accumulation.

Amnesty International Condemns Threats To Lives Of Nonso Nkwa, RULAAC Director Okechukwu Nwanguma Over Exposing Police ‘Tiger Base’ Atrocities In Imo State

Amnesty International has raised alarm over threats to the lives and safety of human rights defenders and journalists in Nigeria, condemning reported intimidation against Okechukwu Nwanguma, Executive Director of the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC), and Owerri-based broadcaster and activist, Nonso Nkwa. According to the global rights organisation, the threats are linked to their efforts to expose alleged human rights abuses, including unlawful detention and other serious violations, at the notorious Tiger Base police detention facility in Owerri, Imo State.
Amnesty warned that the situation reflects a broader and troubling pattern of harassment and intimidation targeting whistleblowers, journalists, and activists who speak out against police brutality, corruption, and rights violations across the country. The organisation urged Nigerian authorities to immediately investigate the threats, guarantee the protection of both men, and ensure accountability for those responsible, stressing that silencing voices exposing injustice undermines the rule of law and democratic accountability.

TRUMP ADMIN FINDS 129,000 MIGRANT KIDS THAT BIDEN LOST AT THE BORDER

Trump’s team says they just found 129,000 missing migrant kids the Biden admin totally lost track of after letting them into the U.S. with almost zero follow-up.

Homeland Security Sec. Noem says some of these kids were trafficked or abused, and now they’re trying to track down every last one.

They had to search through immigration records, court logs, and agency files just to figure out which kids even showed up to a hearing.

Around 500,000 migrant minors crossed the border under Biden, but thousands were dumped with barely vetted adults, no in-person checks, and no clue where they ended up.

Whistleblowers even said some “sponsors” were gang members or traffickers, and 291,000 kids never even got a court date.

Who exactly thought this was a good idea?

Source: Daily Wire

CITAD Urges Nigerian Government to Protect Activists, End Politicisation of Cybercrime Laws

The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has warned that Nigeria’s cybercrime laws are increasingly being misused to target activists, journalists, and whistleblowers. In its statement marking the 2025 International Anti-Corruption Day, the organisation said digital spaces are now vulnerable to corruption, surveillance abuse, and political manipulation. CITAD called for stronger digital accountability, protection of civic freedoms, full implementation of the FOI Act, and better safeguards for online critics and whistleblowers. It stressed that Nigeria cannot effectively fight corruption without securing its digital civic space.

Police Accused of Cover-Up as Probe Into Anambra Organ-Harvesting Officers Remains Hidden for Two Years

Two years after the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, announced an investigation into shocking allegations of torture, extrajudicial killings, extortion, and organ harvesting by officers in the Anambra Police Command, the Nigeria Police Force has yet to release the probe report. Despite promises of transparency, the accused officers reportedly returned to duty immediately after being questioned, while whistleblower Nnamdi Emeh—who exposed the crimes—remains detained even after meeting his bail conditions. Rights group RULAAC warns that the continued silence, delayed report, and Emeh’s prolonged incarceration suggest a deliberate cover-up, reinforcing longstanding fears about abuses linked to the Awkuzu unit. Activists are demanding the report’s immediate release, Emeh’s freedom, accountability for implicated officers, and structural reforms to protect whistleblowers and uphold the rule of law.


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House Oversight Launches Probe Into Gov. Tim Walz Over Nearly $1B Minnesota COVID Aid Fraud Scandal




The House Oversight Committee, led by Chairman James Comer, has opened a new investigation into Minnesota Governor Tim Walz over what federal prosecutors call the largest COVID-19 relief fraud scheme in U.S. history. Nearly $1 billion meant for feeding low-income children was allegedly diverted through the nonprofit Feeding Our Future, with at least $300 million already tied to criminal charges involving 78 defendants.

Comer says Walz ignored early warnings from whistleblowers and allowed widespread fraud to flourish, even as employees of the Minnesota Department of Human Services accuse the administration of retaliation and suppressing audit findings. The Treasury Department has also launched an investigation into claims that some stolen funds may have been funneled to the terrorist group al-Shabaab, though no terrorism charges have been filed.

Walz denies negligence, insisting criminals are being prosecuted and warning against unfairly targeting Minnesota’s Somali community. The scandal has triggered national scrutiny, intensified political tensions, and raised concerns about the handling of pandemic relief funds across multiple agencies.

More than 400 Minnesota government workers say Governor Tim Walz "systematically retaliated" against whistleblowers.

BREAKING: Nurse Thomas Abiodun Olamide, dismissed from the Ogun State College of Health Technology after being accused of whistleblowing on NHIS drug diversion, has won her case at the National Industrial Court.

The court ordered her immediate reinstatement, full payment of all outstanding salaries/allowances, and awarded her ₦5 million damages.

In her victory statement, Olamide said:

“By the grace of God, I survived, and justice has prevailed… This judgment is a significant step toward fairness and accountability.”

She thanked her family, legal team, AFRICMIL, CDWR, and civil society allies for their support, while urging fellow whistleblowers to remain courageous in the fight against corruption.

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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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