Tag: #Accountability
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NIGERIA LAUNCHES MOTiON TO TACKLE POVERTY THROUGH COLLECTIVE ACTION
Over 139 million Nigerians live in poverty, but a new movement is rising! MOTiON, the Movement for the Transformation of Nigeria, unites citizens and advocacy groups to fight social and institutional poverty through democracy, accountability, and reforms. Launched during the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty with a nationwide #PotsAndPans protest, MOTiON calls for…
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FEDERAL HIGH COURT SETS NOVEMBER 17 FOR JUDGMENT IN SEXUAL HARASSMENT CASE AGAINST SUSPENDED UNICAL LECTURER
The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled November 17 for the judgment in the sexual harassment lawsuit against suspended University of Calabar lecturer, Prof. Cyril Ndifon. The date was fixed after final written addresses were adopted by both the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the defense team. Ndifon, who…
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ICPC SCORES BIG IN SEPTEMBER: OVER N446 BILLION RECOVERED, STRONG FIGHT AGAINST CORRUPTION
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) made impressive strides in September, recovering more than N446 billion and restraining over N142 billion in forfeiture alongside N30 billion in cash. Malam Lanre Issa-Onilu, Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), shared these highlights during the Monthly National Joint Security Briefing in Abuja, calling…
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ATIKU BLAMES DSS FOR FAILURE IN NNANI CLEARANCE, CALLS FOR TOUGH ACTION
Vice-President Atiku Abubakar says the DSS should be held accountable for clearing former Innovation Minister Uche Nnaji, who resigned over certificate forgery allegations. Atiku criticized the lack of proper vetting, warning it damages Nigeria’s reputation and questions how many impostors still hold sensitive roles. He slammed Nnaji’s “voluntary resignation,” insisting he should have been dismissed…
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SENATE COMMITTEE SAYS NNPCL RESPONDED TO 19 AUDIT QUERIES, REVIEW PENDING
Senate Public Accounts Chair, Sen. Aliyu Wadada, confirms NNPCL has replied to all 19 audit questions covering 2017-2023, including concerns over a staggering N210 trillion yet to be accounted for. The committee is set to review the responses thoroughly before making any public declarations. Wadada also flagged issues beyond finances, such as opaque production sharing…
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SENATE, HOUSE COMMITTEES SEND MINISTER BACK FOR DOCUMENTS
The joint Senate and House Committees on Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy asked Minister Hannatu Musawa to return on Oct. 27 after she showed up unprepared without the needed 2025 budget performance documents. Despite two months’ notice, the ministry failed to provide essential papers, forcing the committee to adjourn. Lawmakers stressed the importance of proper…
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LAGOS 2027: ADEDIRAN RUNS TO BOOST INCLUSIVE GROWTH AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Dr. Abdul-Azeez Adediran, the visionary leader of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, is setting his sights on becoming the next governor of Lagos State. His drive? To push forward a Lagos where governance is inclusive and development touches everyone. In a recent chat with NAN, Adediran shared that his bid isn’t just about personal ambition. It’s about…
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ACTIONAID NIGERIA URGES RENEWED ACCOUNTABILITY ON INTERNATIONAL DAY OF DEMOCRACY
From voice to action—calls for real democracy, transparency, and justice in Nigeria. ActionAid Nigeria’s Dr. Andrew Mamedu urged all levels of government and citizens to move beyond words to real accountability, highlighting ongoing democratic challenges like the Rivers state crisis. He called for reinstatement of Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, strong legislative oversight, judiciary boldness, and swift…
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INSIDE ABUJA: POWER PLAYERS TIGHTEN GRIP ON PUBLIC DEBT OVERSIGHT
At the 11th WAAPAC Conference, top watchdogs and press chiefs unite to sharpen the teeth of parliamentary oversight on Nigeria’s mounting public debt. From left, WAAPAC President Issouf Traure, NUJ FCT Chairman Grace Ike, House Committee Chair Bamidele Salam, and Auditor General Shaakaa Chira convene at the National Assembly for a high-stakes chat on public…
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EFCC URGES NIGERIANS TO EMBRACE TRANSPARENCY TO DEFEAT CORRUPTION
Anti-graft boss calls on media and citizens to unite for good governance and a corruption-free Nigeria. EFCC Chairman Ola Olukayode urged Nigerians to commit to transparency and accountability during the ACSPN conference in Delta. Highlighting corruption as the root of many national challenges, he called on media practitioners to intensify investigative journalism and stop glamorizing…
