Olisa Agbakoba explains why states depend on Abuja for printed money to pay workers
Olisa Agbakoba says overcentralization forces states to rely on printed banknotes, urging devolution of power from Abuja.
March
FATF Clears Nigeria: Nation exits money-laundering watchlist after reforms
President Bola Tinubu has hailed Nigeria’s removal from the FATF grey list as a strategic win for the economy and a vote of confidence in the nation’s financial governance.
Bauchi teen confesses to removing sister’s eyes for money ritual – Police
A 17-year-old boy in Bauchi State has been arrested for allegedly removing his sister’s eyes for a money ritual, with six others also detained in connection with the act.
Arnold: Nigeria can’t reject US input on terrorism and still take its money
Texas Mayor Mike Arnold criticized Nigeria for rejecting U.S. commentary on its terrorism issues while accepting American financial aid, condemning the nation’s treatment of displaced citizens as “horrific.”
It makes no sense Nigeria wants U.S. money but not its voice on terrorism – Texas Mayor
Texas Mayor Mike Arnold has criticized Nigeria for rejecting U.S. comments on terrorism while still seeking American financial assistance.
12 money rules that will put you in the top 1%
12 financial laws that attract money like a magnet
Borno cleaner refunds ₦4.8m wrongly credited to her account
A Maiduguri cleaner, Faiza Abdulkadir, has been praised for returning ₦4.8m mistakenly credited to her account.
FBI raids church properties, arrest pastors over forced labour, fraud
Two U.S. church leaders, David Taylor and Michelle Brannon, have been arrested in a $50m human trafficking and money laundering conspiracy.
EFCC denies political motive in declaring Atiku’s son-in-law wanted
The EFCC has dismissed claims that declaring Atiku Abubakar’s son-in-law, Abdullahi Bashir Haske, wanted was politically motivated, insisting he is being pursued for evading a longstanding fraud investigation.
EFCC declares Atiku’s son-in-law, Bashir Haske, wanted
The EFCC has declared Atiku Abubakar’s son-in-law, Bashir Haske, wanted over alleged money laundering and urged the public to provide information on his whereabouts.