EFCC Recovers $2.04m, Property Papers from Emefiele’s Lawyer

EFCC Recovers $2.04m, Property Papers from Emefiele’s Lawyer

Investigators from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission uncovered substantial evidence during the trial of Godwin Emefiele. The former Central Bank of Nigeria governor faced charges related to procurement fraud. Authorities accused him of mishandling funds amounting to N1.2 billion. Background of the Case Prosecutors brought Emefiele to trial on 20 counts. They claimed he…

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Panama’s Former Vice President Arrested Over Graft Allegations

Panama’s Former Vice President Arrested Over Graft Allegations

Authorities in Panama arrested former Vice President José Gabriel Carrizo on January 27, 2026. Police detained him at Tocumen International Airport shortly after he returned from Guatemala. The arrest followed an order from the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office. The Arrest Unfolds Prosecutors issued the warrant on the same day. Carrizo arrived on a flight from Guatemala….

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Malami Was Already Under Probe Before My Appointment, Says EFCC Chair Olukoyede

Malami Was Already Under Probe Before My Appointment, Says EFCC Chair Olukoyede

EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede addresses allegations of targeting former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami. He states the probe began long before his appointment. This revelation comes as Malami faces scrutiny over corruption charges. Origins of the Investigation Olukoyede explains that the case against Malami started under previous EFCC leadership. Former Acting Chairman Ibrahim Magu initiated the probe….

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