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A Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja has admitted nine documentary exhibits into evidence in the ongoing money laundering trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), his wife, Hajia Bashir Asabe, and his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami. Presiding Justice Joyce Abdulmalik accepted the documents, which were presented by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as part of its prosecution of the former minister on charges valued at N8.7 billion. The EFCC is pursuing the defendants on an amended 16-count charge that includes conspiracy, procurement, disguising, concealment, and laundering of proceeds from unlawful activities — all in…

Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, is set to leave his position in the Federal Government as he prepares to contest the Oyo State governorship election in 2027. CityNews reports that his planned exit follows a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday, where he reportedly discussed his intention to join the race. Although he did not speak to journalists after the meeting, sources within government circles confirmed to Punch that he had informed the President of his ambition. There are indications that his resignation could happen today or before the end of the week. His move is coming weeks after…

The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a contempt charge seeking to commit the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Professor Joash Amupitan to prison for alleged flagrant disobedience to the order of court. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik struck out the suit on Tuesday following the failure of the applicant, Edozie Njoku and his team to diligently prosecute the charge as required by law. One Chief Edozie Njoku who claimed to be National Chairman of the National Rescue Movement, NRM, a political party in the country filed form 48 against the INEC boss, praying the court to…

President Bola Tinubu has removed the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, in a dramatic cabinet reshuffle that has sent shockwaves through the Federal Executive Council—and renewed attention on the lawmaker who first exposed the financial scandal now haunting the administration. That lawmaker is Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, the fearless member representing Aba North/Aba South Federal Constituency, whose relentless questioning during a February budget defence hearing laid bare a staggering truth: ₦1.15 trillion in approved capital funds had vanished into thin air, with zero disbursement to any capital project across Nigeria. It was Wednesday,…

The outgoing Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, will step down from office on Thursday, bringing an end to his tenure in the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a statement marking the end of his service, Edun expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the opportunity to serve since May 2023. He noted that his involvement in the administration began as head of the Presidential Transition Committee, after which he served as Special Adviser on Monetary Policy before his appointment as minister. Edun stated that the administration inherited significant economic challenges but had since implemented reforms…

President Bola Tinubu has approved a minor reshuffle of the Federal Executive Council, removing the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, and the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, from their cabinet positions. File: Former Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa. CREDIT: Housing Ministry A statement on Tuesday by the Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Yomi Odunuga, said the development was contained in a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. According to the memo,…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday raised concerns over alleged election manipulation at collation centres, stressing the urgency of implementing effective countermeasures to address the issue. Atiku made the remark when he met with members of the Coalition for Democracy Movement, led by Dr. Jibril Shehu Mustapha, while discussing issuess focused on strengthening electoral integrity and nationwide political coordination. Posting on X, Atiku disclosed that the group presented details of its organizational structure across the country and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting his political efforts, particularly in safeguarding the credibility of the electoral process and protecting votes. He expressed…

Formula 1 has made a series of rule changes to address concerns about the new engine regulations that were introduced for this season. The amount of energy management required with the new power-units, which have a near 50-50 split between internal combustion and electrical power, has led to complaints from the drivers that their skills were being diminished. Four-time world champion Max Verstappen has gone as far as to say that he is considering his future in F1 as a result of his dissatisfaction with the new cars. The changes amout to a swathe of modifications to the way the engines…

The Supreme Court on Monday, adjourned the matter before it over the Kano Emirate dispute to April 19, 2027. CityNews recalls that the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero and the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi Lamido, have been locked in a legal dispute over the Kano Emirate traditional stool. The apex court held its first hearing in the long-running legal battle on Monday and immediately adjourned proceedings to April 19, 2027. The court’s decision comes after parties in the protracted dispute presented their preliminary arguments. The case was initiated by Aminu Babba Dan Agundi, who is challenging the Kano State Government and State…

The Oyo State House of Assembly will on Tuesday resume plenary following the controversy surrounding an alleged impeachment plot involving Governor Seyi Makinde and the Speaker, Adebo Ogundoyin. CityNews understands that the House had earlier suspended plenary sittings amid tensions generated by the reported plot. Findings by Punch revealed that the lawmakers had resolved their differences and agreed to reconvene to continue legislative duties. A source within the Assembly, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the House was ready to move forward and focus on governance. He said, “The House will have its plenary tomorrow (Tuesday) to streamline some issues as it affects the…