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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, brought Ufoma Joseph Immanuel before the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, over an alleged fraud involving $1.5 million. Immanuel was arraigned alongside his firm, Intermediate Investment Holdings Limited, before Justice Mojisola Dada on a two-count charge bordering on obtaining money under […]
Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, has said that the conflict involving his country, the United States, and Israel can only come to an end if Iran’s rights are acknowledged, compensation is paid, and binding assurances are provided to prevent further attacks. In a message shared on X on Wednesday, Pezeshkian disclosed that he had spoken with […]
The United States’ President, Donald Trump suggested on Wednesday that the military campaign against Iran could conclude “soon,” claiming that American forces have few remaining targets. Speaking in an Axios interview, Trump emphasized that he has the authority to halt operations at any time. “Whenever I decide, it will end,” he stated, underlining his personal […]
Arsenal FC salvaged a late 1–1 draw against Bayer Leverkusen in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 tie, with Kai Havertz converting a late penalty against his former club. Leverkusen began brightly and nearly scored early, but Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya produced a seventh-minute save to deny Christian Kofane. The visitors […]
A prosecution witness in the alleged money laundering case involving former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has told the court that several transactions connected to the Kogi State Government took place before he began working with Access Bank Plc. The witness, Olomotane Egoro, made the statement on Wednesday while being cross-examined during the ongoing trial. […]
Iran may be unable to take part in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup due to safety concerns linked to ongoing regional tensions, according to the country’s Minister of Sports and Youth, Ahmad Donyamali. Donyamali stated that the current security situation makes it difficult for the national team to safely compete in the global tournament, […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee, LPDC has dismissed a petition against Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, ruling that the petitioner failed to prove a prima facie case. This decision provides significant legal relief for Kalu following allegations regarding his professional history. The complaint, filed by lawyer John Martins, challenged Kalu’s […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The Federal Government has officially ruled out reintroducing fuel price controls or subsidies, despite global oil market volatility caused by the Middle East crisis. Finance Minister, Wale Edun reaffirmed the government’s commitment to its deregulation policy. Edun clarified that the administration’s economic strategy relies on market-based pricing for petroleum […]
By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa The Kremlin is gripped by paranoia as Vladimir Putin faces economic instability and rising internal dissent. Fears of a coup have resurfaced, driven by a lack of a clear successor and the regime’s growing sense of vulnerability. The FSB recently launched a criminal case against exiled businessman Mikhail Khodorkovsky […]
Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, and Minister of state , Finance nominee has emphasized that revenue gains from fuel subsidy removal represent a direct transfer from citizens to the government. He argues that to justify the sacrifices made by Nigerians, these funds must be directed toward their key […]
