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Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja Division, has ordered the final forfeiture of $13 million linked to Lagos socialite, Aisha Achimugu, and her firm, Oceangate Engineering Oil & Gas Ltd, to the Federal Government. Delivering judgment, Justice Nwite held that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) successfully established that the funds were proceeds of fraud and unlawful activities. He ruled that the company failed to demonstrate any legitimate source of the money. The court dismissed claims that the $13 million represented gifts received by Achimugu through Oceangate, noting that none of the alleged donors testified to…

The Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has confirmed the commencement of a fresh reconciliation process aimed at resolving internal disputes and reuniting aggrieved factions within the party. In a statement personally signed on Wednesday, Turaki, whose leadership group is reportedly backed by several party governors, disclosed that discussions have begun between opposing sides to find a lasting resolution to the crisis rocking the party. He said party leaders had “broken the ice” and were exploring multiple pathways to restore unity, urging supporters to immediately scale down inflammatory rhetoric and actions that could undermine…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Oyo State Police Command has arrested three men in Ibadan for allegedly possessing and selling suspected human parts following a stop-and-search operation in the city. The arrests were confirmed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Ayanlade Olayinka, who disclosed that the suspects were apprehended during a routine patrol along the Adekile area of Agugu. According to the statement, a patrol team intercepted an unregistered Bajaj Boxer motorcycle during the operation. Upon searching, officers reportedly discovered a package containing flesh suspected to be human parts, believed to be an intestine, on…

By Deborah Nnamdi Gunmen on Tuesday night stormed Rim Village in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing two persons and injuring two others during a sporadic shooting that lasted several minutes. Sources from the community said the attackers invaded the village at about 10:30 p.m., firing indiscriminately before fleeing into the surrounding bushes. The two injured victims were immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for medical treatment, while the community was thrown into panic following the sudden assault. Confirming the incident, the National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Movement, Rwang Tengwong, told journalists in Jos that the…

Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have arrested a five-member criminal gang, including a female suspect accused of luring victims, during an early morning operation carried out on March 24, 2026, in Ihiala. The arrest was disclosed in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, Tochukwu Ikenga, who said the suspects were apprehended by officers attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu. Items recovered from the suspects include a locally made Beretta pistol, three Qlink motorcycles suspected to have been stolen, and a red face mask. According to Ikenga, “The operatives arrested a five-member gang, including a…

Two nurses have been taken into police custody following the deaths of two young sisters at the General Hospital Zuru in Zuru, Kebbi State, allegedly due to a wrong injection administered at the facility. The victims, aged six and three, reportedly died on March 18 under circumstances suspected to be linked to medical negligence during treatment. Authorities said investigations are ongoing to ascertain the exact cause of the fatalities and determine any culpability. In response to the incident, the Kebbi State Government has constituted a nine-member investigative panel to probe the matter. The panel is chaired by the Commissioner for…

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has apologised to Nigerians over the prolonged and severe electricity outages recorded in recent weeks, acknowledging the hardship the situation has imposed on households and key sectors of the economy. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, Adelabu admitted that the persistent blackout has worsened living conditions, particularly amid the intense dry-season heat across the country. “I want to apologise to Nigerians, officially now, coming from me as the Minister of Power, for this temporary issue that is leading to hardship being experienced, especially during this dry season, where there is so…

Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has raised alarm over what he described as a renewed attempt by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to take possession of his Maitama residence in Abuja. Malami alleged that operatives of the anti-graft agency arrived at his home early Tuesday to enforce a forfeiture order and assume control of the property. The development follows recent operations by security agencies targeting several assets linked to the former minister across the Federal Capital Territory. During earlier actions, EFCC operatives reportedly stormed multiple locations, including private residences and office spaces…

A Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna State has adjourned proceedings on the bail application of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to March 31, 2026. The adjournment followed arguments presented on Tuesday by counsel to both the prosecution and the defence. During the hearing, defence counsel, Ukpon Akpan, urged the court to grant his client bail, citing his constitutional rights and the need to adequately prepare for his defence. The prosecution, however, opposed the application, contending that the charges against the former governor are grave and that releasing him on bail could interfere with ongoing investigations. El-Rufai was arraigned…

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested two suspects and recovered a stolen Toyota Camry in Akure following an investigation into a case of conspiracy, stealing, and receiving stolen property. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the command said the case was reported on February 27, 2026, by one Adeyemi Robert. According to the complainant, he had attended a social event on February 14, 2026, at Sijuade Street, Akure, where he parked his Toyota Camry saloon car with registration number AH173WWD, custom colour, in front of the venue. He later discovered…