As of June 30, 2024, Nigeria has emerged as the third-largest debtor to the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA), reflecting a significant increase in its borrowing. This surge in debt underscores Nigeria’s deepening reliance on international financial assistance, with Nigeria’s World Bank IDA debt now reaching $16.5 billion. A recent financial statement from the…
In a startling development, the Nigerian Police Force has issued a wanted notice for renowned investigative journalist David Hundeyin, implicating him in the ongoing legal case against Isaac Bristol, who is accused of being the controversial whistleblower behind the alias PIDOM Nigeria. This move follows the recent arraignment of Bristol at the Federal High Court…
In a recent and controversial development, Nigerian authorities have arrested whistleblower Isaac Bristol, who operates under the social media alias @PIDOMNigeria and 99%oppressed, following the unauthorized release of a classified government document. The document in question, allegedly leaked by Bristol, detailed a presidential approval for a N1 billion funding request tied to the inauguration of…
As Nigeria approaches October 1, new reports indicate that the Nigerian Police are intensifying efforts to suppress upcoming protests by targeting and arresting activists across the country. This Nigerian Police activist crackdown has raised alarm among human rights organizations, who warn that the actions taken by the authorities are a direct assault on civil liberties…
The Enugu and Imo state governments have recently taken controversial steps to impose fines on residents utilizing alternative energy sources like solar power and generators, citing environmental concerns. These fines, justified by claims of “environmentally unfriendly activities” and “carbon emission,” have sparked significant debate, especially in a country struggling with unreliable electricity supply. In Enugu,…
. In a significant development, President Bola Tinubu has officially confirmed the tenure of Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, ensuring he will remain in office until 2027. This clarification comes amidst speculation regarding an extension of his tenure. The focus of this clarification lies in the IGP tenure confirmation, which solidifies Egbetokun’s four-year…
Nigerian Whistleblower Faces Legal Battle Amid Controversy Over #EndBadGovernance Protests and Alleged Cybercrimes The Nigerian police have formally charged whistleblower Isaac Bristol, widely known by his social media alias “PIDOMNigeria,” with nine serious offenses, including inciting the #EndBadGovernance protests and leaking classified government documents. This development marks a significant turn in the ongoing struggle for…
In a significant legal development, two employees of Keystone Bank, Ebele Okpala and Perpetua Onyeto, have been granted bail by the Federal High Court in Lagos after being charged with the alleged embezzlement of N35 million. The two bankers, who were arrested following a police investigation, are facing multiple charges, including conspiracy, theft, and money…
Toronto Police have detained a Nigerian woman, Amaka Patience Sunnberger, following an alarming social media outburst in which she threatened to poison individuals belonging to the Yoruba and Benin communities. This development has sparked significant concern within the diverse Nigerian community in Toronto. The Toronto Police Service, in a formal statement titled “Suspected Hate-Motivated Threatening…
In a tragic turn of events, a 19-year-old native doctor, Timothy Dauda, has been apprehended by the police in Edo State for allegedly causing the death of his client, Alex Ezekiel, during an attempt to test an “anti-bullet” charm. The incident, confirmed by SP Moses Yamu, the Public Relations Officer for the state’s police command,…
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