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Former Delta Governor Ifeanyi Okowa Detained by EFCC Over Alleged Misappropriation of N1.3 Trillion
Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, remains in Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) custody in Port Harcourt for a second night, as investigations continue into alleged misappropriation of N1.3 trillion in state funds. Okowa, who served as the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) vice-presidential candidate alongside Atiku Abubakar in the 2023 election, responded to an EFCC summons on Monday but has since been held while investigators assess the charges.
The Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has endorsed Okowa’s detention, viewing it as a significant step in combating corruption in Nigeria.
APC spokesperson Valentine Onojeghuo criticized Okowa’s term, alleging “reckless borrowing” and a “high debt profile” with limited infrastructure development to show for it.
The APC stated Okowa’s arrest signals that no official, regardless of rank or affiliation, is beyond accountability.
Reports indicate Okowa faces additional allegations involving N40 billion purportedly invested in UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas shares and private equity in a Nigerian bank, allegedly using state funds.
Investigators are also examining Okowa’s acquisition of properties in Abuja and Asaba, Delta State, for personal use.
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Man Found Alive Nearly Two Weeks After Balogun Market Fire Incident
An update has been shared on the burnt building at Balogun Market on Lagos Island, as it was revealed that a man was rescued 11 days after the building caught fire.
According to reports, the man was found alive on January 6, 2026, after being discovered under the rubble of the collapsed structure.
The survivor has since been taken for proper medical care, while further details are yet to be released.
Meanwhile, passersby and market traders have expressed concern, fearing that more people may still be trapped alive inside the building.
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Anthony Joshua Discharged from Hospital After Fatal Car Crash
It has been reported that Anthony Joshua has officially been discharged from the hospital following the terrible car crash that claimed the lives of his two closest friends and supporters.
The boxing star was deemed stable enough to go home after the accident. After his discharge, he visited the funeral to pay his respects and see the bodies of his two friends.
Many have expressed grief and offered their support to the boxing star, praying that he will be able to find peace, as grief will undoubtedly be one of the most painful challenges he will face in life.
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‘Government Prioritizes Money More’ — PDP Calls Out FG On New Tax Law
It has been shared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is calling on the federal government to suspend the tax law set to take effect on January 1, 2026.
This was revealed in a statement released by Ini Ememobong, National Publicity Secretary of the PDP. He stated that this new law shows how Nigerians and the masses will be affected, arguing that the government is prioritizing finance over security and other pressing matters.
“Rather than address these issues comprehensively, the Presidency has consciously minimized them and instead insisted that the commencement date must stand, despite the discrepancies,” the party said, adding that this “clearly shows where the priority of the government lies between Nigerians and money.”
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