In a decisive move against financial crimes, the Institute of Mortgage Brokers and Lenders in Nigeria (IMBLN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to expose corrupt Nigerians laundering illicit funds through real estate.Announcing the development via its official X handle, Sahara Reporters highlighted growing concerns overContinue reading "Crackdown on Dirty Money: IMBLN Partners with EFCC to Expose Real Estate Money Laundering"
Adeleke Defies Controversy, Casts Vote, and Rallies Osun Residents for LG Elections
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has cast his vote in the highly contentious local government elections, brushing aside opposition from the federal government, security agencies, and the All Progressives Congress (APC). The polls, marred by legal and security concerns, have drawn intense scrutiny from political stakeholders.Adeleke exercised his franchise at precisely 7:56 a.m. at UnitContinue reading "Adeleke Defies Controversy, Casts Vote, and Rallies Osun Residents for LG Elections"
Osun Council Elections: Atiku Rallies Support for Adeleke, Urges Police to Uphold Security
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has called for a peaceful and orderly local government election in Osun State, emphasizing its crucial role in democracy.In a statement on Saturday, Atiku praised Governor Ademola Adeleke for proceeding with the polls and urged security agencies to act with integrity."As Osun residents head to the polls, I appeal for aContinue reading "Osun Council Elections: Atiku Rallies Support for Adeleke, Urges Police to Uphold Security"
Trump’s Pentagon Purge: Top Military Officer Ousted in Sweeping Shake-Up
In a dramatic reshuffling of the U.S. military leadership, President Donald Trump has fired General Charles “CQ” Brown, the top U.S. military officer, in a move that underscores his administration’s ongoing overhaul of federal institutions. The dismissal, announced Friday, comes less than two years into Brown’s four-year term as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs ofContinue reading "Trump’s Pentagon Purge: Top Military Officer Ousted in Sweeping Shake-Up"
Fraudulent Fortune: Nigerian Court Jails Micheno CEO, Orders Forfeiture of Multi-Million Naira Assets
In a significant crackdown on financial fraud, the Federal High Court in Calabar, Cross River State, has sentenced Uno Michael Eke, the Chief Executive Officer of Micheno Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society, to one year in prison for his role in a N2 billion scam. The ruling, delivered by Justice Rosemary Dugbo Oghoghorie, followed Eke’s guilty pleaContinue reading "Fraudulent Fortune: Nigerian Court Jails Micheno CEO, Orders Forfeiture of Multi-Million Naira Assets"
Terror in Oyo Schools: Hoodlums Wreak Havoc as Teachers Cry Out Over Rampant Attacks, Vandalism
The rising wave of vandalism and attacks on government schools in Oyo State has sparked outrage among teachers, education stakeholders, and concerned citizens. Reports indicate that hoodlums are turning public schools into soft targets, wreaking havoc on educational infrastructure while leaving teachers and students in a state of perpetual fear.Sahara Reporters, through its official XContinue reading "Terror in Oyo Schools: Hoodlums Wreak Havoc as Teachers Cry Out Over Rampant Attacks, Vandalism"
Federal Government to Recruit Health Workers, Engage Diaspora in Battle Against ‘Japa’ Syndrome – Minister
In a decisive move to address Nigeria’s deepening healthcare workforce crisis, the Federal Government has announced plans to employ more health workers and actively engage medical professionals in the diaspora to curb the mass exodus of talent, widely referred to as the ‘Japa’ syndrome.The announcement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle ofContinue reading "Federal Government to Recruit Health Workers, Engage Diaspora in Battle Against ‘Japa’ Syndrome – Minister"
Osun Council Elections in Turmoil: Police Withdraw, Urge Government to Suspend Polls Amid Rising Tensions
In a dramatic turn of events, the Nigeria Police Force has urged the Osun State Government to suspend the local government elections scheduled for today, February 22, citing grave security threats and unresolved legal issues.The advisory was issued in a statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who warned that credible intelligenceContinue reading "Osun Council Elections in Turmoil: Police Withdraw, Urge Government to Suspend Polls Amid Rising Tensions"
Naira Hits N1,490 Per Dollar on Parallel Market as Currency Woes Deepen
Nigeria's financial landscape continues to reel under intense exchange rate volatility as the naira plummets further in the parallel market. According to a recent update by Nigerian Stories on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the naira has now depreciated to N1,490 per US dollar in the black market.This alarming slump signals growing concerns overContinue reading "Naira Hits N1,490 Per Dollar on Parallel Market as Currency Woes Deepen"
Diplomatic Balancing Act: South Africa to Host Ukraine’s Zelensky Amid Global Tensions
In a move that could reshape international perceptions of South Africa’s foreign policy, President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed that his country will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for a state visit. The announcement, made via Sahara Reporters on its official X handle, comes at a time of escalating geopolitical tensions and shifting global alliances. WhileContinue reading "Diplomatic Balancing Act: South Africa to Host Ukraine’s Zelensky Amid Global Tensions"
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