Ex-Minister Seeks Fresh EFCC Appearance Date, Citing Medical Emergency
Former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, has asked Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency to set a new date for him to answer questions over an alleged $14.8 million fraud, saying he is currently undergoing urgent medical treatment. In a letter sent to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on 24 November and acknowledged […]
Gov Diri Opposes Pro-Wike Group’s Event, Cautions Against Unrest in Bayelsa
Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has issued a strong warning against a planned mega rally and inauguration of a group reportedly loyal to Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, saying such a gathering could trigger unrest in the state. Speaking at separate meetings with the Bayelsa Elders Council and the state security council in […]