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Nigerian fraudster Invictus Okeke to be deported from US after getting freed from US prison where he served a 6-year jail term
In a significant development for one of Africa’s most high-profile white-collar crime cases, the United States has released Nigerian entrepreneur and convicted fraudster Obinwanne Okeke, widely known as Invictus Obi. Recent checks on the website of the United States Bureau of Prisons (BOP) confirmed that Okeke was no longer in custody as of Wednesday, December 23, 2025. The official BOP record now simply states that he was “Not in BOP Custody as of: 12/23/2025,” marking the end of his time behind bars after being arrested more than six years ago. Okeke’s legal journey began with his arrest in 2019, which…
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If PDP destroys itself, it’s to our advantage – APC chieftain, Farouk Aliyu
In a recent appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Farouk Aliyu, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, addressed the internal turmoil currently fracturing the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Aliyu asserted that while the governing party is not responsible for the opposition’s internal conflicts, it inevitably stands to benefit from them. He stated plainly, “if PDP decides to destroy their party on their own, it is to APC’s advantage,” while making it clear that the ruling party has no hand in the opposition’s self-inflicted wounds. Aliyu was quick to dismiss…
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Nigerian woman arrested with cocaine hidden in loaf of bread in India
In a surprising twist on drug smuggling tactics, the Central Crime Branch (CCB) police in Bengaluru have arrested a 29-year-old Nigerian woman for concealing cocaine inside loaves of bread. The suspect, identified as Olajide Esther, was intercepted on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, as she traveled via a private bus from Mumbai to Bengaluru. Authorities recovered 121 grams of cocaine, estimated to be worth approximately Rs 65 lakh, hidden within the baked goods. Investigators discovered that Esther had meticulously prepared her cargo to evade the usual security sweeps. As part of a “precision, intelligence-driven operation,” the CCB team kept surveillance on…
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FULL LIST: EFCC ‘traces 41 properties worth N212bn to Malami’
In a significant move by Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has traced 41 properties allegedly belonging to the former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami. The assets, which include a vast array of hotels, residential buildings, schools, and even a printing press, are located across Kebbi, Kano, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The total valuation of these properties is estimated at a staggering N212.89 billion, marking one of the most substantial asset-tracing operations in recent history. The federal government has formally filed a 16-count charge of money laundering against…
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Don Jazzy, D’banj betrayed me – JJC Skillz
Nigerian music veteran Abdulrasheed Bello, famously known as JJC Skillz, has voiced a series of startling allegations against his former colleagues, Don Jazzy and D’banj. During a recent interview with Echo Room, JJC claimed that the duo, along with several others, conspired to betray him during the early years of their careers in the United Kingdom. Despite his role in providing for them during their time as struggling artists, JJC expressed deep disappointment over what he described as a calculated move to undermine his position just as he sought to establish a foothold in the Nigerian music industry. Recounting the…
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“We do not produce or market any noodle variant called Vegetable flavour” – Indomie Nigeria clarifies public regarding a NAFDAC safety alert
Indomie Nigeria has issued a formal clarification to address widespread media reports concerning a recent NAFDAC safety alert on an Indomie Noodles Vegetable Flavour. The company was quick to point out that the specific product referenced in the safety warning is not manufactured, imported, distributed, or sold within the Nigerian market. This distinction is critical as it separates the local production line from international batches that have recently come under regulatory scrutiny in other parts of the world. To provide further context, the company noted that the regulatory alert was a proactive response to an international incident rather than a…
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Abuja–South-East Roads Now Death Traps, Igbo Association Tells Nigerian Government, Lawmakers
The Igbo Community Association in the Federal Capital Territory (ICA FCT) has issued a distress call regarding the crumbling state of major highways connecting Abuja to the South-East. In a statement released on Wednesday, the association characterized these critical routes as “death traps” and attributed their decay to decades of systemic neglect by successive administrations. The group warned that the worsening infrastructure has not only stifled economic growth but has also created a security vacuum that endangers thousands of Nigerian citizens. The association highlighted a perceived disparity in how national infrastructure projects are prioritized across the country. According to the…
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EndSARS: Soldiers, policemen died during protest, nobody killed at Lekki tollgate – Lai Mohammed
In a recent interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, stood firmly by his controversial assessment of the events surrounding the October 20, 2020, EndSARS protest. Despite the years that have passed since the incident, the former minister reiterated his assertion that while the broader protests were undoubtedly fatal for many, the specific events at the Lekki tollgate did not result in any deaths. He made it clear that his perspective on the matter remains resolute as the fifth anniversary of the demonstrations approaches. Addressing the enduring debate over the casualty count, Mohammed…
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FCTA Releases Hotline Numbers for Reporting Uncleared Refuse in Abuja
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced four telephone numbers for residents to report cases of uncleared refuse across Abuja, as part of efforts to address the city’s waste management challenges. The disclosure was made in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka. He said the initiative is aimed at ensuring waste management contractors carry out their duties promptly and effectively. Residents are encouraged to send photos and videos of uncollected waste via WhatsApp to the designated numbers, along with clear location details to…
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I Married Him Knowing He Slept With My Best Friend, Then I Dumped Him – Nigerian woman reveals
A Nigerian woman, Tracy McWary, has revealed that she went ahead and married her ex-husband even after discovering he was sleeping with her best friend. Tracy shared the story in a Facebook post on Monday, December 22, explaining that she later left the marriage just two months after the wedding as an act of revenge. According to her, the decision was deliberate and meant to prove that she was “sweeter, better, and more marriageable” than her former best friend. She argued that infidelity does not always equate to love, saying that if her ex truly loved her friend, he would…
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‘Wike Just Left Law School When I Made My First $1Million At 29,’ Governor Makinde Takes Dig At FCT Minister
In a revealing media chat on Tuesday, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde offered a sharp perspective on his professional history and his deepening rift with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Makinde drew a stark contrast between their career paths, recalling his early financial success as a private businessman. “The exact first contract that Mobil gave to Makon (Seyi Makinde’s company), I was 29, it was $1 million. Within that one year, I made $1 million in my pocket. I was 29,” the governor shared. He pointedly added, “1997, Wike perhaps at that time just left law…
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Only abroad will take you from tenant to landlord – Nigerian Man Abroad Urges Youths to Leave Country
A Nigerian man who recently relocated to a Western country has triggered mixed reactions after publicly urging Nigerians to leave the country if they get the chance. In a video shared online, the man was seen speaking against a snow-filled backdrop while encouraging others to relocate. He claimed that moving abroad can transform lives, saying it can take someone “from tenant to landlord” and permanently change a family’s history. According to him, living abroad offers opportunities that are difficult to attain in Nigeria, urging young people to seize any chance they get to leave the country. However, the video sparked…
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