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EFCC Raises Red Flag on Real Estate Firms, Vows to Expose Fraud Rings
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has revealed that it is closely monitoring the operations of real estate companies across the country.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, explained that the real estate sector has the potential to serve as a conduit for money laundering and other fraudulent practices.
The issue gained widespread attention after a social media influencer, Scott Iguma, took to X (formerly Twitter) to accuse Property World African Network (PWAN), a real estate firm, of defrauding investors by collecting payments without allocating land.
In a viral video, Iguma alleged that despite numerous payments, PWAN failed to deliver on its promises. However, the controversy took another turn when a Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, ordered that Iguma be remanded in custody over allegations of criminal defamation.
Iguma is currently facing a 10-count charge relating to the publication of false information and defamation through his Instagram platform, which has over one million followers.
During a plenary session at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Sesi Whingan, a lawmaker representing Badagry Federal Constituency, supported a motion urging the EFCC to investigate the matter.
Whingan said:
“Negligence and failure of the commission to investigate multiple fraud petitions against PWAN, a real estate company, while a whistleblower is criminally targeted and remanded. I seek the leave of the House to file this petition.”
When asked what steps the EFCC is taking to curb fraudulent practices in the real estate sector, Oyewale confirmed that the commission has placed the industry under strict surveillance, noting its vulnerability to money laundering.
“We are watching them, and we are insisting that they must comply with our laws. Real estate is a sector that is critical to society, and we cannot allow it to operate on autopilot,” Oyewale said.
He explained that the EFCC, through the Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML), is enforcing the provisions of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, which requires real estate stakeholders to align their operations with existing regulations.
Oyewale added:
“By focus, we mean that they must report suspicious transactions to SCUML so that any breaches of the law can be identified. We are not waiting for them to send us reports; we are conducting our own intelligence gathering and discreet investigations into their activities to ensure compliance.
“Any breach of the law will attract appropriate sanctions. We are maintaining constant watch over real estate actors to ensure they comply with our laws. Where we find evidence of non-compliance, we will roll out sanctions.”
He further revealed that the EFCC has a dedicated Land and Property Fraud Section that handles real estate-related issues, stressing that the commission is already making progress in tackling fraudulent practices in the sector.
“Despite the progress, we still need the public to collaborate with us by volunteering information and providing intelligence on these activities. That way, even if we miss certain criminal acts, we can still address them and bring the culprits to justice,” Oyewale concluded
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has welcomed the intervention of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in its ongoing leadership dispute, describing the legal body’s position as a validation of its long-standing claims of judicial abuse.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement signed by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said the NBA’s caution against forum shopping and abuse of court processes supports its stance that attempts to challenge its leadership in court are legally flawed.
The ADC said the NBA had clarified that courts do not have jurisdiction over internal affairs of political parties and that seeking interim or interlocutory orders in such matters contravenes the Electoral Act.
According to the party, this position aligns with its belief that the legal process is being manipulated for political purposes rather than genuine dispute resolution.
It described the situation as a coordinated attempt to weaponise the judiciary, which the NBA had reportedly condemned as abuse of court process driven by forum shopping and malicious litigation.
The ADC further linked the crisis to broader political tensions, alleging that it reflects anxiety within the ruling party amid insecurity, economic hardship, and declining public trust ahead of the 2027 elections.
The party warned that any court orders obtained contrary to due process would be legally defective and unenforceable.
While commending the NBA for urging disciplinary action against erring legal practitioners and judicial officers, the ADC called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remain strictly neutral.
It stressed that INEC must not take any action that could legitimise what it described as unlawful judicial interference in party affairs.
The party added that the matter goes beyond internal politics and concerns the integrity of Nigeria’s democracy, vowing to pursue all lawful means to defend its position.
An aspirant for the 2027 Lagos governorship election under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdul-Azeez Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has said the party has not adopted any consensus or anointed candidate.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement issued by his spokesman, Gbenga Ogunleye, Jandor aligned with the official position of the Lagos APC leadership, stressing that no aspirant has been selected ahead of the party’s primary election.
He insisted that all interested aspirants will participate in a credible and competitive primary to determine the party’s flagbearer.
However, he noted that if the party leadership eventually opts for a consensus arrangement, he would respect and fully support the decision regardless of who emerges.
According to the statement, Jandor reaffirmed his commitment to the race, saying he is actively strengthening his grassroots support base and engaging widely with party stakeholders across Lagos State.
He also cautioned against mistaking individual campaigns or group endorsements as the official position of the APC leadership.
Jandor maintained that only an official pronouncement from the party leadership would determine its final choice of candidate for the 2027 governorship election.
The Senator representing Oyo North Senatorial District and a 2027 governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Buhari Abdulfatai, has urged Nigerian women to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He said Tinubu’s continuity in office was necessary to sustain ongoing reforms and promote equity, justice, and fairness across the country.
Buhari made the call while speaking with journalists at the end of a three-day women’s capacity-building programme held in Oyo North.
He commended the President for creating an enabling environment that allowed lawmakers to initiate empowerment programmes targeting women, especially in small and medium-scale enterprises within agricultural value chains.
The senator disclosed that 120 women from across Oyo State benefited from the training, with each receiving ₦100,000 to support their businesses.
He urged beneficiaries to use the funds wisely to improve their livelihoods and continue supporting the administration’s policies.
Buhari also encouraged participants to pray for the President, describing him as committed to improving the welfare of women and youths.
He explained that beneficiaries were drawn from all three senatorial districts in Oyo State, expressing confidence that Tinubu would emerge as the APC presidential candidate in 2027.
According to him, both he and the President recognise the crucial role of women in securing electoral victory for the party.
He added that more empowerment and capacity-building programmes would be rolled out in the near future to further support women and small business owners.
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