It would be uncharitable not to admit that corruption is our biggest problem. It has done incalculable damage to our nation; hobbled its development, impugned its integrity and dishonoured it in the comity of nations. As Nigerians, we are all tarred with the tar brush. It would be unfair too not to admit that our…

The Economic & Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) yesterday dragged three finance officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to an FCT High Court at Maitama over an alleged fraud. The NFF officials, Christopher Andekin (Director of Administration and Finance), Reagan Zaka (Cashier) and Fadanari Mamza (Head, Finance and Account Department) are accused of mishandling $9.5…

The recent travel ban on 50 high profile citizens by Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari through an executive order to firm up his campaign against graft, has generated mixed reactions from Nigerians. “A number of enforcement procedures are currently in place by which the Nigeria Immigration Service and other security agencies have placed no fewer than…

As we celebrate our 58th independent anniversary this year, I am of the opinion that, it will be very crucial for us as citizens to look at where we are coming from; where we are; where we ought to be; and where we are heading. As a matter of frankness, we will only be deceiving…

Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Ebute-Metta has assured the public of quality, affordable and accessible healthcare. This is as a result of the claims by Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) that the hospital is trapped in corruption and mismanagement resulting in unhygienic conditions, severe shortage of medicine and medical supplies making it difficult for Nigerians…

Sir: In 2015, Nigeria’s President, General Muhammadu Buhari (GMB) said he had no money to pay the twenty-seven and half millions, charged for nomination form by the All Progressives Congress (APC) and some corrupt persons contributed the money. Some of the contributors were serving governors who owed workers several months of unpaid salaries and emoluments.…

As Christians continue to look forward to the Second Coming of Christ, they have been advised to immerse themselves in the knowledge of God, so that they may become vessels...

Amid allegations of abuse of office and corruption against its Executive Secretary, Dr. Abdullahi Baffa, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has kept sealed lips over the disturbing development. Contacted, the Director of Corporate Affairs and Public Relations, Ben Ebikwo, declined comments despite confirming knowledge of the report in papers and online platforms. A civil…

Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has tasked gospel preachers to join the fight against corruption through using their pulpits to preach righteousness. He also appealed to Nigerians to stand against the plundering of the nation’s resources, as well as support the anti-corruption initiative of the Federal Government, irrespective of party affiliations. Osinbajo, speaking at the 30th…

Thousands of demonstrators gathered Saturday in the Romanian capital Bucharest for a second straight day, after more than 450 people were hurt and around 30 arrested in a huge anti-corruption protest. Police came in for criticism after they used water cannon and tear gas on Friday to disperse protesters as tens of thousands rallied to…

The Muslims Ummah in Nigeria have been urged to stand against all forms of corruption that may be detrimental to social welfare and jeopardise their faith. The Muslim Students Society of Nigeria (MSSN) made this call in a communiqué at the 1st National Quiz competition and 1439AH National conference held in Abuja. The competition featured…

A Chinese man suspected of economic crimes and corruption in his home country has been arrested in Sweden, authorities said on Thursday. Swedish public broadcaster SVT described the unnamed 54-year-old suspect as "one of the most wanted people in China", adding that he had been in custody in Stockholm since June 25. SVT said the…