The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), through its Uyo Zonal Directorate, has secured the conviction of an internet fraudster, Ogagarojo Godstime, also known as Alex Gonzalex, before Justice Ijeoma Ojukwu of the Federal High Court sitting in Calabar, Cross River State. The judgment was delivered on Monday, May 12, 2025, following Godstime’s arraignment on
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES — Inspector General of Police (IGP) [Name], representing Nigeria, has attended the prestigious World Police Summit held in Dubai, highlighting the nation’s commitment to global collaboration in law enforcement. The summit, which brings together police chiefs, security experts, and policymakers from across the globe, serves as a platform to discuss emerging
ABUJA, NIGERIA — In a bold and decisive move to tackle the escalating menace of illegal logging, deforestation, and other criminal activities threatening Nigeria’s forest reserves, the Federal Government has launched the National Forest Guard Initiative. This new program aims to safeguard the nation’s forest resources and promote sustainable environmental management. The initiative comes in
IBADAN, NIGERIA – MAY 15, 2025 — The Federal Government has flagged off the reconstruction of the 3.78-kilometre Akala Way–Akobo Junction road in Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State, signalling a renewed commitment to critical infrastructure renewal in Ibadan and surrounding communities. The project, which falls under the supervision of the Nigerian Building and
In a renewed clampdown on high-profile financial crimes, operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested Fred Chijindu Ajudua, a controversial Lagos-based businessman and former lawyer, over his alleged involvement in a $1.43 million fraud case. The arrest, confirmed by sources within the EFCC, stems from longstanding accusations that Ajudua defrauded a
In a move reflecting the administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and strategic governance, members of the National Communications Team met recently in Abuja to assess the mid-term performance of government communications under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The meeting, led by key presidential communication aides including Mr. Bayo Onanuga and Mr. Temitope Ajayi (Dare), provided
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, His Excellency Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, CON, mni, has arrived in Berlin, Germany, to represent the country at the 2025 United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial Meeting, a critical global platform focused on charting the future of international peacekeeping operations. The high-level summit, themed “The Future of Peacekeeping,” is scheduled to take place from
In a renewed drive to strengthen its operational relevance and contribute more strategically to Nigeria’s legal and institutional framework, the Law Reform Commission (LAWRECOM) has announced a series of bold repositioning measures aimed at enhancing its national footprint and effectiveness. The announcement was made following an internal review and strategic planning session involving key stakeholders
A Lagos State High Court has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of a suspected internet fraudster who reportedly jumped bail and failed to appear before the court for the continuation of his trial. The presiding judge, visibly displeased with the defendant’s absence, granted the application filed by the prosecution to compel his immediate
Dr. Zacch Adedeji, the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), welcomed a delegation from the Internal Revenue Monitoring Committee (IRMC) on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. The delegation, part of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), visited FIRS to discuss critical matters relating to the monitoring and enhancement of the nation’s
