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EFCC Places Former Edo Governor Obaseki on Watch List Amid Contract Probe
EFCC Places Former Edo Governor Obaseki on Watch List Amid Contract Probe
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has placed former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki on its watch list. This development comes as the anti-graft agency commences an investigation into transactions, including contracts awarded during his tenure as governor.
Obaseki’s tenure as governor of Edo State came to an end on November 12, after serving for eight years. Prior to his departure, he alleged that the EFCC planned to arrest him soon after stepping down. However, Obaseki expressed willingness to cooperate with the agency, stating that he would submit himself to the EFCC to provide an account of his tenure.
The EFCC’s investigation into Obaseki’s administration is part of a broader effort to scrutinize the financial dealings of former governors. The agency has already arrested five Edo government officials who served under Obaseki, including the Accountant General, Julius Anelu. The arrests were made in connection with suspicious withdrawals from the state treasury.
A source within the EFCC revealed that while an investigation into Obaseki’s administration has commenced, the bulk of the transactions have not been directly linked to him. The source added that the agency is following leads and hopes to uncover substantial evidence.
“The EFCC is taking a meticulous approach to this investigation,” the source said. “We are carefully examining all transactions, including contracts awarded during Obaseki’s tenure. While we have not yet found any direct evidence linking him to wrongdoing, we will continue to follow the trail of evidence and see where it leads.”
The EFCC’s decision to place Obaseki on its watch list is a precautionary measure, as the agency typically monitors the activities of former governors to prevent any potential flight risk or destruction of evidence.
In a related development, Obaseki’s successor, Governor Monday Okpebholo, has established a 14-member State Assets Verification Committee to investigate Obaseki’s tenure. The committee’s findings will likely be closely watched, as they may shed further light on Obaseki’s stewardship of the state.
As the investigation into Obaseki’s administration unfolds, Nigerians will be watching closely to see how the EFCC handles the case.
The governments of Abia and Imo States have announced the launching of a joint security taskforce and surveillance along the Aba-Owerri expressway, starting from Owerrinta in Abia State all the way to Owerri, Imo State.
The launch followed recent attacks by criminals on the expressway, including kidnapping, armed robbery and other criminal activities.
The formation of the joint security taskforce and surveillance was announced by Ferdinand Ekeoma, the Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Media and Publicity.
His statement read in part: “Arising from a strategic emergency security meeting held today, 4th December, 2025, by the Governors of Abia and Imo Sates at the Imo State Government Owerri House, His Excellency Governor Alex Otti and His Excellency Senator Hope Uzodinma resolved to set up a joint security Taskforce that shall consist of Soldiers, Naval Personnel, Police Officers , DSS Personnel, and other Government Security Agencies.
“The joint security Taskforce shall, starting from tomorrow 5th December 2025, patrol the road 24 hours nonstop, while carrying out massive surveillance in the surrounding bushes using sophisticated drones and other modern security equipment.”
According to the statement, Governor Alex Otti commended the Governor of Imo State for arresting the criminals who carried out an attack on His advanced team and other passengers a few days ago.
“The two Governors, while assuring citizens plying the road on a daily basis and those returning home for Christmas of their safety and security, warn that there would be severe consequences for any criminal caught on the road going forward”, Ekeoma concluded.
President Bola Tinubu has transmitted to the senate two lists of 34 career and 31 non career ambassadors nominees for screening and confirmation.
Prominent names listed as non career ambassadors include Reno Omokri, Femi Fani-Kayode, Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau, Victor Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.
Also listed as non career ambassadors nominees are Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Vice Admiral Ete Ibas, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, Senator Nora Daduut, Fatima Ajimobi, and Senator Ita Enang among others.
The two lists brings to 68 number of persons nominated so far as ambassadors awaiting confirmation by the Senate.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU FORWARDS NEW AMBASSADORIAL LIST TO SENATE, NOMINATES DAMBAZAU, IBAS, CHIOMA OHAKIM AND OTHERS
By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
4-DEC- 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has submitted a fresh set of ambassadorial nominations to the Senate, featuring a mix of distinguished public figures and seasoned professionals drawn from across the country.
Among the notable nominees are former Chief of Army Staff and ex-Minister of Interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau; former Chief of Naval Staff and immediate past sole administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas; former senator Ita Enang; and Mrs. Chioma Ohakim, former First Lady of Imo State.
The President formally transmitted two comprehensive lists containing 34 career and 31 non-career ambassadorial nominees, bringing the total number of nominees awaiting Senate confirmation to 68.
The newly submitted lists mark another significant step in the administration’s ongoing diplomatic restructuring, aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s representation and presence across global missions.
The Senate is expected to commence screening and confirmation proceedings in the coming days.
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