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“SEIZED FROM FRAUDSTERS: ICPC Finally Hands Over Multi-Million Dollar Abuja Estate To FG!”.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has formally handed over extensive forfeited land in the Kaba District of Abuja to the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN). This transfer follows a final forfeiture order granted by the Federal High Court, identifying the properties as proceeds of illegal activity.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The handover ceremony, which took place on Tuesday at the Goodluck Jonathan Estate site, was led by ICPC Chairman Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, and FMBN Managing Director Shehu Usman Osidi.
Chairman Aliyu described the event as a landmark achievement in Nigeria’s anti-corruption and asset recovery efforts. He explained that the land was originally designated for a 2012 FMBN housing project intended to deliver 962 units. However, the $65 million loan secured for the project by Good Earth Power Nigeria Limited and its American partners was completely diverted, with no construction undertaken. Instead, the funds were allegedly laundered through Bureaux de Change and transferred overseas.
Following successful civil proceedings, the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the final forfeiture of the two large plots in Cadastral Zone D12. The Court further directed that the land be transferred to the FMBN, the direct victim of the fraud.
As part of the court order, the ICPC and FMBN will now establish a joint committee to supervise the construction of the 962 housing units until their completion and eventual allocation to end users.
FMBN Managing Director Shehu Usman Osidi commended the ICPC for its diligence, noting that the recovery ensures this long-neglected public asset will finally be utilized for the benefit of Nigerian families.
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THE RECKONING HAS COME: Lawmakers Demand Answers For Millions Lost By Nigerians In South Africa!
The House of Representatives has initiated a probe into the human and economic toll of persistent xenophobic violence against Nigerians in South Africa, following a motion introduced on Wednesday by Babajimi Benson representing the Ikorodu Federal Constituency. Lawmakers have instructed relevant committees to investigate avenues for victim compensation and to formulate stronger diplomatic safeguards for Nigerians residing and working in the country.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Benson highlighted that despite Nigeria’s historic and heavy sacrifices during South Africa’s anti-apartheid struggle, legal Nigerian residents have faced nearly twenty years of recurring xenophobic attacks, including killings, arson, looting, and displacement—notably during major outbreaks in 2008, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2021. He further noted that renewed hostility from groups like Operation Dudula continues to heighten safety concerns.
Weighing in on the situation, the President of the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa (NICASA), Frank Onyekwelu, noted that local South African communities are now feeling the economic blowback of targeting foreign-owned businesses, observing a decline in local commercial activity and reduced access to affordable goods. However, Onyekwelu emphasized that threats and attacks remain a daily reality for Nigerians, citing a recent July 5 incident where over 25 vehicles were destroyed in an arson attack on a Nigerian-owned workshop. While the Nigerian High Commission and Consulate are currently compiling records of these losses for potential future compensation, Onyekwelu condemned the unfair profiling of all Nigerians based on the actions of a few, while criticizing South African politicians for weaponizing anti-immigrant sentiment for political leverage.
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THE SWISS CONNECTION: Peter Obi Storms Foreign Embassy In High-Stakes Move For Nigeria’s Future!.
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has emphasized the need for a stronger partnership between Nigeria and Switzerland, noting that value-driven alliances are vital for national progress.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Following a productive meeting on Wednesday with the Swiss Ambassador to Nigeria, Patrick Egloff, Obi shared on that their talks centered on Nigeria’s development path and avenues for deeper bilateral cooperation. Discussions specifically targeted critical sectors like education, healthcare, and poverty reduction, which he views as essential for sustainable growth and improving citizen well-being.
Obi also praised the Swiss government for its impactful contributions to Nigeria, highlighting its humanitarian, economic, peace-building, and cultural initiatives—particularly in the North-East, a region facing ongoing challenges. He stressed that fostering international ties grounded in human development and mutual values will be key to building a more prosperous and inclusive nation.
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‘I DON’T WANT TO HEAR JUSTICE!’: Enraged Actress Bimpe Unleashes Fury On Troll Peddling False Allegations!.
Nollywood star Adebimpe Oyebade (Mo Bimpe) has fiercely condemned a social media user over fabricated claims regarding her family.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
An X user, @iam_Mardiyyah, spread false rumors alleging that Lateef Adedimeji—Mo Bimpe’s husband—filed for divorce and discovered through a DNA test that he is not the biological father of their triplets, citing a fictional blood group mismatch at an Ilorin General Hospital.
Taking to her Instagram Story on Tuesday, an enraged Bimpe warned the troll that she plans to take legal action and will show no leniency. She expressed deep frustration over years of silent endurance, making it clear that dragging her children into malicious lies has crossed the line. She also called out the user’s audacity for combining fake or AI-generated images with complete fabrications.
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