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Assets Seized! Court Targets Five More Properties Linked To Jailed Ex-Power Minister Saleh Mamman.

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Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the forfeiture of five properties linked to the convicted former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman. In his ruling on an application from the EFCC, the judge ordered the permanent forfeiture of Walijam Apartments in Wuse 2, Abuja, citing evidence that it was acquired with illicit funds. Additionally, the court granted an interim forfeiture order for four other properties, including luxury suites in Kaduna and multiple plazas and mansions in Abuja. The EFCC has been directed to publish this interim order in a national newspaper within seven days to allow interested parties to contest the final forfeiture. Justice Omotosho rejected defense arguments regarding jurisdiction, citing the Administration of Criminal Justice Act as authority for post-conviction restitution. According to EFCC counsel Abba Mohammed, this move is part of efforts to recover the N22 billion allegedly diverted by the former minister, of which less than N2 billion has been recovered to date.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Following an EFCC application, a Federal High Court has ordered the permanent forfeiture of one Abuja apartment and the interim forfeiture of four other properties linked to former Power Minister Saleh Mamman. Justice James Omotosho confirmed that the permanent seizure was due to findings that the property was bought with proceeds of crime, while the interim forfeiture allows for further investigation into the remaining four assets. The EFCC must now publish these orders publicly to provide a window for any interested parties to challenge the process. Despite defense objections regarding the court’s jurisdiction post-sentencing, the judge emphasized his authority to mandate restitution as part of the ongoing effort to recover the N22 billion allegedly diverted by Mamman.

Option 3: Narrative Style The legal consequences for former Power Minister Saleh Mamman have deepened, with a Federal High Court judge ordering the forfeiture of five additional properties tied to his name. During Thursday’s proceedings, Justice James Omotosho authorized the permanent seizure of Walijam Apartments in Wuse 2, Abuja, after the EFCC demonstrated it was purchased using stolen funds. Four other properties across Kaduna and Abuja have also been placed under interim forfeiture, pending further proof of ownership. The court has mandated that the EFCC notify the public via newspaper publication, giving potential stakeholders a chance to argue their case. This decision is a significant step in the broader financial investigation, as prosecutors work to reclaim the N22 billion the former minister is accused of diverting—a case in which only a fraction of the funds has been recovered so far.

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ed An UnpUnmatched Productivity: Akpabio Stated That President Tinubu Has commissionrecedented Number Of Projects Nationwide.

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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has characterized President Bola Tinubu as a “miracle worker,” claiming that his volume of commissioned projects within his first three years in office is unprecedented in Nigeria’s history. Speaking on behalf of the President at the inauguration of the Old Keffi Road—a project marking Tinubu’s three-year milestone—Akpabio emphasized the government’s success in developing infrastructure in satellite towns. He further encouraged Nigerians to evaluate the President’s performance based on his long-standing track record of delivering results, dating back to his tenure as the Governor of Lagos State, as the primary benchmark for the 2027 presidential election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

During the commissioning of the Old Keffi Road in the FCT, Senate President Godswill Akpabio highlighted the following points regarding President Tinubu’s administration:

  • Unmatched Project Delivery: Akpabio stated that President Tinubu has commissioned more projects nationwide in his first three years than any previous Nigerian president.

  • Impact on Infrastructure: He praised the “miracle” of development in satellite towns, specifically referencing projects in the Gaduwa district and Nasarawa State.

  • 2027 Election Benchmark: The Senate President urged voters to look at Tinubu’s history of results, starting from his time as Lagos State Governor, as a scorecard for the upcoming 2027 election.

  • Call for Accountability: Akpabio proposed a new standard for elections where candidates are evaluated based on their proven record of work and tangible achievements.

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Rescue Mission Success! FG Confirms Friday Morning Arrival For 271 Returning Nigerians.

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As part of its ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and voluntary repatriation of its citizens, the Federal Government has organized a third evacuation flight from South Africa. The flight, operated by Air Peace, is scheduled to depart Johannesburg at midnight on Thursday, carrying 271 Nigerians back home. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the aircraft is expected to land at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos at approximately 5:30 am on Friday, July 3, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Federal Government’s voluntary repatriation program continues with a third evacuation flight from South Africa set to arrive in Nigeria.

  • Departure: The flight will leave Johannesburg at midnight on Thursday.

  • Arrival: The 271 returnees on board are scheduled to reach Lagos by 5:30 am on Friday, July 3, 2026.

  • Purpose: This operation is part of the government’s commitment to safeguarding its citizens and facilitating their safe return to the country.

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U.S. Independence Day: Embassy And Consulate In Nigeria Announce Temporary Closure For Public Holiday!.

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In honor of the U.S. Independence Day holiday, the U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos have announced that they will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026. The U.S. mission shared this information via their official social media channels on Thursday. The Fourth of July holiday annually commemorates the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence, marking the moment the thirteen American colonies formally declared their independence from Great Britain.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos will observe the U.S. Independence Day holiday by closing their offices on Friday, July 3, 2026. This annual holiday, celebrated on July 4, commemorates the historic event in 1776 when the American colonies declared their separation from Great Britain. The closure was confirmed in an official statement released by the U.S. mission on Thursday.

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