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Politics › Ossai Alleges Widespread Irregularities, Rejects Enugu North By-election Result by Mazist(op): 9:15pm On Jun 22

The senatorial candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in the Enugu North senatorial district by-election, Bishop Oscar Ossai, has rejected the outcome of the poll held on June 20, citing what he described as widespread electoral irregularities and malpractices.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/ossai-alleges-widespread-irregularities-rejects-enugu-north-by-election-result/

Politics › Delta Govt Defends Oborevwori's Record, Says MORE Agenda Delivering Results by Mazist(op): 9:08pm On Jun 22

The Delta State Government has dismissed criticisms of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration contained in a recent article titled “Beyond Concrete: When Contracts Replace Governance in Oborevwori’s Delta,” describing the publication as an opinion piece built on conjecture, selective omissions and misleading assumptions.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/delta-govt-defends-oborevworis-record-says-more-agenda-delivering-results/

Business › FG Issues Transition Guidelines For Tax Acts Effective Jan 1 by Mazist(op): 10:36pm On Jun 18

The Federal Government has issued the general guidelines for the implementation of the Tax Acts 2025, setting out the process for transition from the repealed tax laws to the new tax framework effective January 1, 2026.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/fg-issues-transition-guidelines-for-tax-acts-effective-jan-1/

Politics › Alleged N5.78bn UBEC Fraud : Court Adjourns For Cross-examination Of Key Witness by Mazist(op): 9:41pm On Jun 17

Justice Mahmud Abdulgafar of a Kwara State High Court, Ilorin, on Wednesday, adjourned proceedings in the ongoing trial of former Kwara State governor, Abdulfatah Ahmed, and his Finance Commissioner, Ademola Banu, to July 27, 2026, for the continuation of the cross-examination of the sixth prosecution witness, Stanley Ujilibo.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/alleged-n5-78bn-ubec-fraud-court-adjourns-for-cross-examination-of-key-witness-in-ex-kwara-gov-trial/

Politics › London Court Clears Diezani Of Bribery Charges After Lengthy Trial by Mazist(op): 9:12pm On Jun 17

Former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke, has been acquitted of six bribery-related charges by a jury at London’s Southwark Crown Court, bringing to an end a high-profile corruption case that lasted more than a decade.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/london-court-clears-diezani-of-bribery-charges-after-lengthy-trial/

Politics › Alleged N2b Fraud: Sirika Violated Due Process In Award Of Nigeria Air Contracts by Mazist(op): 9:05pm On Jun 17

The trial of the former Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Hadi Sirika continued on Wednesday, before Justice S. Oriji of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court, Abuja, with the 12th Prosecution Witness, PW12, Christopher Odofin disclosing that Sirika violated due process in the N299 million contract he awarded to Tianaero Nigeria Limited for consultancy services for Nigeria Air and the additional N599 million contract he awarded to the same company for the contract extension.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/alleged-n2b-fraud-sirika-violated-due-process-in-award-of-nigeria-air-contracts-witness/

Politics › Alleged N110.4bn Kogi Fraud: Witness Says He Paid Kogi Revenue Officials Under B by Mazist(op): 8:37pm On Jun 17

A prosecution witness in the ongoing trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, on Wednesday, told the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court, Maitama, Abuja, that he paid between 50 and 60 percent of the commissions earned by his company from consultancy services rendered to the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service, KSIRS, to some officials of the agency.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/alleged-n110-4bn-kogi-fraud-witness-says-he-paid-kogi-revenue-officials-under-bello/

Foreign Affairs › ECOWAS Court Moves To Strengthen Enforcement Of Judgments In Member States by Mazist(op): 9:53pm On Jun 16

The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is set to convene the second meeting of Competent National Authorities (CNAs) as part of ongoing efforts to improve the enforcement of its judgments across member states.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/ecowas-court-moves-to-strengthen-enforcement-of-judgments-in-member-states/

Education › RULAAC Demands Probe Of Alleged Assault On Coal City University Student by Mazist(op): 4:01pm On Jun 16

Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre, RULAAC, has called for an immediate investigation into allegations of assault and degrading treatment involving a student of Coal City University, Enugu, while also demanding the reversal of disciplinary measures imposed on the affected student and two others.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/rulaac-demands-probe-of-alleged-assault-on-coal-city-university-student/

Politics › Court Dismisses Yahaya Bello’s Bid To Quash N110bn Fraud Charge, Orders Trial To by Mazist(op): 3:41pm On Jun 16

The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja, presided over by Justice Annenih, has dismissed an application by former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, seeking to strike out the charge brought against him in Charge No. FCT/CR/778/2024: FRN v. Yahaya Adoza Bello & 2 Ors.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/court-dismisses-yahaya-bellos-bid-to-quash-n110bn-fraud-charge-orders-trial-to-continue/

Politics › APO 6 @ 21: A Painful Reminder Of The Cost Of Impunity by Mazist(op): 10:19pm On Jun 15

Twenty-one years after one of Nigeria’s most notorious cases of extrajudicial killing, the quest for full justice continues, while the lessons of accountability, police reform, and respect for human rights remain as urgent as ever.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/apo-6-21-a-painful-reminder-of-the-cost-of-impunity/

Travel › Court Awards N13.08m Damages Against Virgin Atlantic Over Aborted Lagos-london F by Mazist(op): 9:54pm On Jun 15

A Federal High Court, Lagos, has ordered Virgin Atlantic Airways Limited to pay a total sum of N13.08 million as damages to a passenger, Mrs. Joy Ezetah, over its failure to allow her board a scheduled international flight from Lagos to London, the act that disrupted her onward journey to Canada and caused significant inconvenience and financial loss.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/court-awards-n13-08m-damages-against-virgin-atlantic-over-aborted-lagos-london-flight/

Politics › RMFAC Data Verification: Oborevwori Reaffirms Commitment To Transparency by Mazist(op): 9:11pm On Jun 15

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State , has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prudence, accountability and transparency in the management of public resources as the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission, RMFAC, commenced its nationwide Data Verification Exercise in the state.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/rmfac-data-verification-oborevwori-reaffirms-commitment-to-transparency/

Celebrities › Alleged Cyberstalking: Doris Ogala Absence In Court Stalls Arraignment by Mazist(op): 9:53pm On Jun 09

The scheduled arraignment of actress Doris Ogala before a Federal High Court, Lagos, on alleged cyberstalking and bullying of Pastor Chris Okafor, was stalled Tuesday, due to her absence on ‘ill-health’.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/alleged-cyberstalking-doris-ogala-absence-in-court-stalls-arraignment/

Politics › I'm Here To Serve Deltans With Passion, Says Gov Oborevwori by Mazist(op): 9:45pm On Jun 09

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State , on Tuesday reaffirmed his commitment to serving all Deltans with dedication and fairness, irrespective of ethnicity, religion, or political affiliation, declaring that his administration remains focused on inclusive governance, prudent management of resources, and sustainable development across the state.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/im-here-to-serve-deltans-with-passion-says-gov-oborevwori/

Politics › EFCC Anti-graft War Improving Nigeria’s Image, Investment Outlook — Shettima by Mazist(op): 8:50pm On Jun 09

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday credited the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, with playing a key role in Nigeria’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force, FATF, grey list, saying the agency’s anti-corruption and anti-money laundering efforts have strengthened investor confidence and supported the country’s economic reforms.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/efcc-anti-graft-war-improving-nigerias-image-investment-outlook-shettima/

Crime › EFCC Arraigns Blessing CEO Over Fresh Alleged N69.1m Fraud by Mazist(op): 8:30pm On Jun 09

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, arraigned a social media influencer, Okoro Blessing Nkiruka, (a.k.a Blessing CEO) for an alleged N69,150,000 fraud before Justice R.A. Oshodi of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/efcc-arraigns-blessing-ceo-over-fresh-alleged-n69-1m-fraud/

Politics › Nigeria Better Positioned Against Global Shocks, IMF Confirms by Mazist(op): 8:13pm On Jun 09

The Federal Government has welcomed the International Monetary Fund, IMF’s 2026 Article IV Mission Concluding Statement on Nigeria, describing it as an independent validation of the economic reforms being implemented under President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/nigeria-better-positioned-against-global-shocks-imf-confirms

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Business › EFCC Arraigns Musa Abubakar, 2 Others For Alleged ₦691 Million Fraud by Mazist(op): 9:14pm On Jun 03

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, arraigned the Managing Director of Abu-Haneefa Oil and Gas Ltd, Musa Farouk Abubakar; his company, Abu-Haneefa Oil and Gas Ltd, and one Sandra Chizoba Attoh before Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, for fraud.

They were arraigned on amended 15-count charge, bordering on conspiracy to commit fraud, corruption and money laundering to the tune of N691,677,310.00 (Six Hundred and Ninety-one Million, Six Hundred and Seventy-seven Thousand, Three Hundred and Ten Naira).

Count 10 of the charge reads: “That you Musa Farouk Abubakar, being the Managing Director of Abu Haneefa Oil and Gas Ltd on or about 21st July 2025, in Abuja within the jurisdiction of this honourable court transferred the total sum of N297,000,000 (Two hundred and ninety-seven million Naira) from Abu-Haneefa Oil and Gas Ltd account No.1313378899 with Zenith Bank Plc to account no. 0108910277 of Sandra Chizoba Attoh with Access Bank Nigeria when you reasonably ought to have known that the said money formed part of the proceeds of unlawful act to wit: corruption and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 18(2)(b) of Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022 and punishable under Section 18(3) of the same Act.”

Count 11 reads: “That you Musa Farouk Abubakar, sometime in July 2025, in Abuja within the jurisdiction of this honourable court, procured one Sandra Chizoba Attoh to transfer the sum of N262,866,310.00 (Two hundred and sixty-two million, eight hundred and sixty six thousand, three hundred and ten Naira) from her account no. 0108910277 with Access Bank Nigeria Plc to account no. 0003457246 of Mshell Homes Ltd with Taj Bank Ltd for the purchase of property at Kapital Villa Guzape, Abuja when you reasonably ought to have known that the said money formed part of the proceeds of unlawful act to wit: corruption and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 21(c) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022 and punishable under Section 18(3) of the same Act.”

They pleaded “not guilty,” prompting the prosecution counsel, Rita Ogar to ask the court for a trial date and to remand the defendants in a Correctional Centre, while counsel to the first and second defendant, Ishaka M. Dikko informed the court that he had filed a bail application for the first defendant on May 19, 2026 and asked that he be remanded in EFCC’s custody. “We were served with the counter affidavit on June 1, 2026 but we apply that the defendant be remanded in the custody of the prosecution,” he said.

Counsel for the third defendant, YG Haruna, SAN, also informed the court that he filed an application for his client’s bail on June 1, 2026 and received the prosecution’s counter-affidavit on June 2, 2026.

In opposing the bail applications, the prosecution counsel stated that her team has “overwhelming evidence in the case” and informed the court that the prosecution has filed counter-affidavits to the bail applications through Hayatu Bello. “It is a 20-paragraph affidavit. We attached two exhibits, Exhibit EFCC 1 and EFCC 2. We have filed a written address and rely on all the issues raised and respectfully urge the court to refuse the applications,” he said.

Having listened to both sides, Justice Egwuatu ordered that the first defendant be remanded in Kuje Correctional Centre pending his counsel’s filing of response to the prosecution’s counter-affidavit, while he admitted the third defendant to bail in the sum of N200 million with two sureties in like sum. The two sureties, the judge held, should be residents of Abuja, and must deposit their passport photographs, and have an acceptable means of identification. In addition, they must be property owners, while one of them must be a civil servant not below Grade Level 15, and must deposit his letter of appointment and last promotion with the court.

He adjourned the matter till September 1 and 2, 2026 for trial.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, arraigned the Managing Director of Abu-Haneefa Oil and Gas Ltd, Musa Farouk Abubakar; his company, Abu-Haneefa Oil and Gas Ltd, and one Sandra Chizoba Attoh before Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, for fraud.

They were arraigned on amended 15-count charge, bordering on conspiracy to commit fraud, corruption and money laundering to the tune of N691,677,310.00 (Six Hundred and Ninety-one Million, Six Hundred and Seventy-seven Thousand, Three Hundred and Ten Naira).

Count 10 of the charge reads: “That you Musa Farouk Abubakar, being the Managing Director of Abu Haneefa Oil and Gas Ltd on or about 21st July 2025, in Abuja within the jurisdiction of this honourable court transferred the total sum of N297,000,000 (Two hundred and ninety-seven million Naira) from Abu-Haneefa Oil and Gas Ltd account No.1313378899 with Zenith Bank Plc to account no. 0108910277 of Sandra Chizoba Attoh with Access Bank Nigeria when you reasonably ought to have known that the said money formed part of the proceeds of unlawful act to wit: corruption and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 18(2)(b) of Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022 and punishable under Section 18(3) of the same Act.”

Count 11 reads: “That you Musa Farouk Abubakar, sometime in July 2025, in Abuja within the jurisdiction of this honourable court, procured one Sandra Chizoba Attoh to transfer the sum of N262,866,310.00 (Two hundred and sixty-two million, eight hundred and sixty six thousand, three hundred and ten Naira) from her account no. 0108910277 with Access Bank Nigeria Plc to account no. 0003457246 of Mshell Homes Ltd with Taj Bank Ltd for the purchase of property at Kapital Villa Guzape, Abuja when you reasonably ought to have known that the said money formed part of the proceeds of unlawful act to wit: corruption and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 21(c) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022 and punishable under Section 18(3) of the same Act.”

They pleaded “not guilty,” prompting the prosecution counsel, Rita Ogar to ask the court for a trial date and to remand the defendants in a Correctional Centre, while counsel to the first and second defendant, Ishaka M. Dikko informed the court that he had filed a bail application for the first defendant on May 19, 2026 and asked that he be remanded in EFCC’s custody. “We were served with the counter affidavit on June 1, 2026 but we apply that the defendant be remanded in the custody of the prosecution,” he said.

Counsel for the third defendant, YG Haruna, SAN, also informed the court that he filed an application for his client’s bail on June 1, 2026 and received the prosecution’s counter-affidavit on June 2, 2026.

In opposing the bail applications, the prosecution counsel stated that her team has “overwhelming evidence in the case” and informed the court that the prosecution has filed counter-affidavits to the bail applications through Hayatu Bello. “It is a 20-paragraph affidavit. We attached two exhibits, Exhibit EFCC 1 and EFCC 2. We have filed a written address and rely on all the issues raised and respectfully urge the court to refuse the applications,” he said.

Having listened to both sides, Justice Egwuatu ordered that the first defendant be remanded in Kuje Correctional Centre pending his counsel’s filing of response to the prosecution’s counter-affidavit, while he admitted the third defendant to bail in the sum of N200 million with two sureties in like sum. The two sureties, the judge held, should be residents of Abuja, and must deposit their passport photographs, and have an acceptable means of identification. In addition, they must be property owners, while one of them must be a civil servant not below Grade Level 15, and must deposit his letter of appointment and last promotion with the court.

He adjourned the matter till September 1 and 2, 2

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Nairaland General › Master Adichie-esege’s Death Probe: He Who Is Innocent Does Not Fear An Open Inq by Mazist(op): 8:55pm On Jun 03

The coroner’s inquest into the death of 21-month-old Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, son of renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Dr. Ivara Esege, suffered a major setback on Wednesday after Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital informed the Coroner’s Court that it had obtained an order of the Lagos State High Court staying further proceedings.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/master-adichie-eseges-death-probe-he-who-is-innocent-does-not-fear-an-open-inquest-pinheiro/

Politics › Oborevwori Inaugurates 18km Of Roads In Ndokwa West by Mazist(op): 8:02pm On Jun 03

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, Wednesday inaugurated three road projects with a combined length of about 18 kilometres in Ndokwa West Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to infrastructure development and reiterating support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/oborevwori-inaugurates-18km-of-roads-in-ndokwa-west/

Politics › Alleged N2.8b Fraud: Court Defers Ruling To Discontinue Trial Of Sirika To Day O by Mazist(op): 9:45pm On Jun 02

Justice S.C. Oriji of a Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, Abuja on Tuesday, deferred ruling on a motion on notice for the prosecution to discontinue the trial of the former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika to the day of final judgment in line with the provision of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act ACJA, 2015.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/alleged-n2-8b-fraud-court-defers-ruling-to-discontinue-trial-of-sirika-to-day-of-judgment/

Politics › Alleged N10.2b Fraud: EFCC Presents 17 Witnesses Against Ali Bello, Closes Case by Mazist(op): 9:36pm On Jun 02

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, closed its case against Ali Bello, a nephew of former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, and his co-defendant, Dauda Suleiman, after presenting 17 witnesses before Justice James Omotosho of a Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/alleged-n10-2b-fraud-efcc-presents-17-witnesses-against-ali-bello-closes-case/

Crime › Kidnapped Monarch: Kwara Community Seeks Govt Intervention by Mazist(op): 9:00pm On Jun 02

The people of Olayinka community in Ifelodun Local Government area of Kwara State, have pleaded for an urgent intervention of the state governor, Alhaji Abdulraman Abdulrazaq, to ensure the release of their kidnapped traditional ruler, Asamu of Olayinka, Oba Salman Aweda

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/kidnapped-monarch-kwara-community-seeks-govt-intervention/

Politics › 2027: Tinubu’s Re-election, My Number One Project –oborevwori by Mazist(op): 2:55pm On Jun 02

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, has declared that the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027 is his personal political project, insisting that the President’s return to office would bring greater benefits to Delta State and the nation at large.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/2027-tinubus-re-election-my-number-one-project-oborevwori/

Crime › Judge Recuses Self In Briton, Indians Charged With Alleged $42m Fraud Over Petit by Mazist(op): 8:45pm On Jun 01

Justice Akintayo Aluko of a Federal High Court, Lagos, has recused himself from further prosecution of three foreigners, a Briton, Marcus Wade, and two India citizens, Prem Garg and Devashish Garg, over an alleged frivolous petition.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/judge-recuses-self-in-briton-indians-charged-with-alleged-42m-fraud-over-petition/

Politics › Alleged $6b Mambilla Project Fraud: EFCC Presents 5th Witness Against Agunloye by Mazist(op): 8:24pm On Jun 01

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Monday, presented the Fifth Prosecution Witness, PW5, in the trial of the former Minister of Power, Olu Agunloye, before Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, High Court, Apo, Abuja.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/alleged-6b-mambilla-project-fraud-efcc-presents-5th-witness-against-agunloye/

Politics › Olukoyede Calls For Renewed Commitment To Anti-corruption Ideals At Sallah by Mazist(op): 6:32pm On May 27

Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Mr. Ola Olukoyede felicitates with Muslims across the country on the glorious occasion of Sallah celebrations, pointing out that the festival “ presents us another opportunity to share the light, love and blessings of Almighty Allah with the entire world.”

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/olukoyede-calls-for-renewed-commitment-to-anti-corruption-ideals-at-sallah/

Politics › Children’s Day: Oborevwori Advocates Inclusion, Equal Opportunities For Every Ch by Mazist(op): 5:33pm On May 27

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, has called on parents, teachers, leaders and governments at all levels to build a caring and supportive society where every child is protected, included and empowered to achieve greatness.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/childrens-day-oborevwori-advocates-inclusion-equal-opportunities-for-every-child/

Business › Court Dismisses $19.6m Claim Against NNPCL, Rules Contract Scope Cannot Be Chang by Mazist(op): 9:46pm On May 26

In a landmark ruling on May 22, 2026, the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja threw out a $19.6 million suit by Alternate Dimensions Ventures Ltd against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, affirming a key legal principle: a written contract cannot be expanded through oral agreements or conduct.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/court-dismisses-19-6m-claim-against-nnpcl-rules-contract-scope-cannot-be-changed-orally/

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Politics › President Tinubu Commends Wole Olanipekun’ S Donation Of Health Facility In Ekit by Mazist(op): 9:36pm On May 26

President Bola Tinubu has applauded the philanthropic gestures of the renowned legal luminary, Wole Olanipekun, for donating Mother and Child Maternity Complex to the people of Ikere-Ekiti.

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/president-tinubu-commends-wole-olanipekun-s-donation-of-health-facility-in-ekiti/

Politics › Beyond One Officer: What The Newton Isokpehi Incident Reveals About Police Cultu by Mazist(op): 10:17pm On May 25

The viral video of a police officer, identified as Newton Isokpehi, threatening to kill anyone who filmed him while on duty has understandably provoked outrage across Nigeria. The subsequent announcement by the Nigeria Police Force that he had been arrested and subjected to disciplinary processes may satisfy immediate public anger. But the deeper question remains: will punishing one officer change the culture that produced such conduct?

read more: https://frontiernewsng.com/beyond-one-officer-what-the-newton-isokpehi-incident-reveals-about-police-culture-in-nigeria/

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