Tag: transparency
Nigerian SEC proposes new law for crypto influencers: Penalties include fines and jail time
The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), under the leadership of Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has proposed a new law aimed at regulating the activities of crypto influencers. The law, set to take effect on June 30, 2025, requires all crypto platforms or Virtual Assets Service Providers (VASPs) to obtain a license from the SEC before Read More…
EFCC discovers Sanwo-Olu’s suit against it dismissed
In a surprising turn of events, the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the suit filed by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The suit sought to restrain the EFCC from arresting or prosecuting him after his tenure. The dismissal came as a shock to the EFCC Read More…
From Preacher’s Daughter to Champion for Women: The Journey of Rantiade Benson-Idahosa
When Rantiade Evon Benson-Idahosa was growing up, she must have thought that her life was meant for the spiritual path because she was the daughter of the famous Archbishop Benson Idahosa and his equally influential wife Archbishop Margaret Benson Idahosa. However, things took another turn, and she became a lawyer of no mean repute in Read More…
Garlands for Humphrey Nwosu
One of the personalities I had expected to pump hands with at the dinner marking the 2024 Democracy Day in commemoration of the June 12 struggle, was the former chairman of the National Electoral Commission, 82-year-old Prof Humphrey Nwosu. His absence filled the State House Banquet Hall as if the pillars holding the rafters of Read More…
IGP launches high-level probe into Ochekwo case amidst public outcry
In a decisive move, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the controversial case of Andrew Ochekwo, whose death has sparked widespread debate and concern. The case, which also involves the mysterious disappearance of two women, Celine Ndudim and Afiba Tandoh, has been marred by allegations of police Read More…
NERC approves electricity tariff hike for Band A customers, downgrades non-compliant areas
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has given the green light for an increase in electricity tariffs, impacting Band A customers who currently receive 20 hours of power supply daily. Mr. Musliu Oseni, Vice Chairman of NERC, announced this decision during a press conference held in Abuja on Wednesday. Oseni highlighted that Band A customers Read More…
Akpata claims Labour Party ticket for Edo Governorship race, vows good governance
Former Nigerian Bar Association president Olumide Akpata sailed to victory in the Labour Party’s primary election, securing the party’s nomination for the upcoming Edo governorship election scheduled for September 21st. Akpata garnered a convincing 316 votes, leaving his closest contender, Kenneth Imansuangbon, far behind with just seven votes. Professor Sunday Eromosele and Sergius Ogun managed Read More…
President Tinubu suspends Humanitarian Affairs Minister, orders probe into ministry’s financial transactions
In a decisive move aligning with his commitment to transparency and accountability, President Bola Tinubu has taken swift action by suspending Dr. Betta Edu, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. The suspension comes as part of a broader directive to investigate the financial transactions within the Ministry and its associated agencies. President Tinubu highlighted, Read More…
FG to probe alleged fund transfer from humanitarian ministry into private account, Info Minister affirms
Alhaji Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, has announced that the Federal Government will investigate allegations concerning the purported payment of funds into a private account linked to Dr. Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management. In a statement released on Sunday, Idris assured Nigerians that the government is Read More…