The Independent Corrupt Practices and Related Offences Commission (ICPC) recently uncovered a fraudulent organization posing as a federal government body without presidential backing, prompting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to order the suspension of three high-ranking officials connected to the scheme and the arrest of its coordinator.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The entity, operating under the banner of the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, falsely claimed affiliation with the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) to solicit financial support, land allocations, and institutional collaboration from multiple state governors.

According to details revealed by ICPC Chairman Musa Aliyu following a briefing with the President, the group utilized official-looking documents bearing presidency insignia—including appointment letters and formal correspondence—to approach state administrations between January and February. Headed by its promoter, Nwabueze George, the rogue organization targeted several state executives:

• Lagos State: Sent a “Third Reminder” letter addressed to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to request the nomination of a state coordinator under the guise of boosting local production and small businesses.

• Edo State: Requested authorization and payment fees amounting to thousands of dollars per participant for an upcoming international engagement in Bahrain, directing funds into designated commercial bank accounts.

• Nasarawa State: Sought backing to host a national stakeholders’ meeting in Lafia aimed at formally launching its nationwide executive structure.

• Ondo State: Reached out to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to demand physical land allocations for a proposed “Made in Nigeria Product Market” hub.

• Imo State: Invited Governor Hope Uzodimma as a special guest while concurrently requesting financial contributions to cover logistics, accommodation, and conference expenses.

• Sokoto State: Approached Governor Ahmad Aliyu to secure state participation in upcoming trade and agricultural exhibitions across Bahrain and Azerbaijan under the pretense of boosting non-oil exports.

President Bola Tinubu has approved the renewal of Abdulhamid Salihu Dembos’s tenure as the Director-General of the National Television Authority (NTA). Additionally, the President extended the appointment of Ali Mohammed Ali as the Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Both leadership extensions span an additional three-year term, with their new tenure officially commencing on October 20, 2026.

• Abdulhamid Salihu Dembos: Hailing from Yola, Adamawa State, Dembos is a former National President of the Radio, Television, Theatre and Art Workers Union (RATTAWU). Having joined the NTA as an announcer in Kaduna following his national service in 1989, he advanced through various leadership roles—including General Manager in Lokoja and Kano—before retiring as acting Zonal Director for the NTA Kaduna Network Centre in 2017, prior to his initial appointment.

• Ali Mohammed Ali: Bringing over three decades of experience as a veteran journalist and media strategist, Ali focuses heavily on digital media evolution and content diversification to cater to modern audiences. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Bayero University, Kano, a graduate degree in International Affairs from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communications from Bayero University, Kano.

In confirming these updates, the presidency urged both executives to maintain strong dedication to their organizational mandates while helping advance the federal administration’s policy objectives.

The vice-presidential candidate of the opposition coalition, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has publicly urged former Zamfara State Governor Senator Abdul’aziz Yari to turn down his designation as the Director-General of the ruling party’s presidential campaign organization for the upcoming electoral cycle.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Kwankwaso argued that given his extensive background in leadership within the North-West, Yari should recognize the deep socioeconomic hardships, persistent insecurity, and widespread displacement affecting citizens across the country, making it difficult for the populace to back a continuation of the current administration. Stressing that the ruling coalition brings forward figures who have long defended prevailing policies, he contended that the upcoming election represents a critical choice for the public to pursue accountable, people-driven governance.

Furthermore, Kwankwaso raised institutional concerns regarding the inclusion of key public finance officials in partisan campaign and fundraising structures, emphasizing that figures managing national revenue must maintain strict neutrality and public trust.