The Court of Appeal in Abuja has set aside a previous Federal High Court ruling that validated Ibrahim Magu’s extended service as the acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The appellate court’s decision follows an appeal by Abuja-based lawyer and activist Johnmary Jideobi. He challenged Magu’s prolonged acting tenure after the Senate twice rejected his nomination for a substantive appointment.

Background of the Case

• The Origin: Jideobi filed the initial suit in March 2017, arguing that Magu could not occupy the acting role indefinitely following his rejection by the Senate.

• The 2019 High Court Ruling: Justice Ijeoma Ojukwu dismissed the suit, ruling that the EFCC Establishment Act contained a gap regarding the time limit for an acting chairperson, leaving the duration to presidential discretion.

• The Appeal: Dissatisfied, Jideobi argued that keeping Magu in office violated statutory limits and that the acting appointment legally terminated once the Senate rejected his nomination.

Subsequent Developments

Magu’s tenure as acting chairman ultimately concluded in July 2020 following his suspension by former President Muhammadu Buhari over misconduct allegations, which Magu denied before an investigative panel.

Following his exit, Mohammed Umar Abba temporarily took over before Abdulrasheed Bawa was appointed as substantive chairman in February 2021. Bawa was later suspended in June 2023 by President Bola Tinubu, leading to the appointment of the current substantive chairman, Ola Olukoyede.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the dismissal of an employee found guilty of extorting candidates.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a bulletin released on Monday, September 21, 2026, the examination body stated that the staff member was sanctioned for exploiting unsuspecting candidates. JAMB emphasized that this action is part of broader measures to prevent officials from using their positions for personal gain and to protect the public from exploitation.

The board issued a strong warning to its entire workforce, stating that no employee, regardless of their status, would be shielded from disciplinary action for misconduct that compromises the integrity of the admission and examination process. JAMB reiterated its zero-tolerance policy for fraud, making it clear that both internal and external offenders will face the full consequences of their actions.

Thomas Tuchel’s preparations for England’s upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures have been dealt a major setback following the withdrawal of five key players: Tino Livramento, Kobbie Mainoo, Cole Palmer, Marcus Rashford, and Declan Rice.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

To offset the depleted roster, the England manager has handed call-ups to Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White and Everton midfielder James Garner, with both set to link up with the squad on Tuesday. Gibbs-White, who narrowly missed out on the original selection following his World Cup omission, returns after a strong start to the club campaign.

Key Player Updates:

• Cole Palmer: Pulled out due to a minor injury after featuring for the full 90 minutes in Chelsea’s defeat to Brentford.

• Marcus Rashford & Kobbie Mainoo: Both withdrew following fitness evaluations by Manchester United after picking up issues in a draw against Fulham.

• Declan Rice & Tino Livramento: Rice drops out following Arsenal’s match against Brighton, while Livramento steps aside after limited action off the bench for Newcastle United this season.

England faces a demanding schedule ahead, starting with a blockbuster clash against world champions Spain at Wembley on 26 September. This will be followed by away fixtures against the Czech Republic on 29 September and Croatia on 3 October, before concluding with a home rematch against the Czech Republic on 6 October.