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Edo Accountant General and Officials Detained by EFCC Over Agricultural Loans

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained four officials from Edo State’s Treasury Office, including Accountant General Julius Anelu, at its Benin Office.

The detention stems from an inquiry into agricultural loans secured by the Edo State Government from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL) since 2018.

According to Edo State Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Chris Osa Nehikhare, the loans have been fully repaid, and the officials initially complied with EFCC’s invitation on Thursday.

However, the EFCC reportedly requested additional personnel not originally summoned, now detained alongside the initial officials in Abuja.

The Edo State Government condemned the EFCC’s actions, suggesting an attempt to disrupt state governance ahead of the upcoming transition on November 12, marking the end of Governor Godwin Obaseki’s tenure.

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In a statement, the government called for the EFCC to act “in the interest of democracy, justice, peace, and the well-being of Edo people,” stressing the state’s commitment to transparency.


 

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Nigerian Student Wins 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship

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It has been reported that a Nigerian won the 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship, which was held in Shanghai, China. The winner, Chinedu Great Okdediachi, has now returned home to Delta State after his victory.

It can be noted that the student had already emerged as one of the Gold Award winners in the Middle School Group category.

“Congratulations once again, Chinedu! Your success continues to inspire young Nigerians to pursue excellence through education. Welcome home, Champion!”

The young star has made Nigeria proud by winning the international competition.


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‘My Reforms Have Stabilised Nigeria’s Economy’ — President Tinubu

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.

He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”

The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.

However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.


 

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Nyesom Wike Says He Knows Civil Servants Don’t Like Him

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Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.

He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.

He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”


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