Nigeria July 23, 2025 Headlines

Nigeria faces political tensions, economic struggles, and health crises. Key stories include warnings against Tinubu's second term, significant legal rulings, economic reforms, and a devastating cholera outbreak.

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Judiciary & Law Enforcement

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested 17 suspected Internet fraudsters in Nasarawa State and will prosecute them for crimes related to internet fraud, according to a press announcement.

- punchng.com

Eleven individuals convicted of internet fraud have been sentenced by courts in Kwara State. These convictions stem from offenses ranging from impersonation and obtaining money under false pretenses to retention of crime proceeds.

- dailypost.ng

The court dismissed the N12.3 billion fraud case against businessman Tony Otudeko after the Attorney-General of the Federation elected to discontinue the prosecution due to amicable resolutions between the parties involved.

- punchng.com

Five individuals were arraigned in a mobile court in Lagos for illegally dumping refuse in prohibited areas. The Lagos State government emphasizes its commitment to enforcing waste management regulations.

- punchng.com

Former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam will now defend himself in court against charges of N3.1 billion fraud. The court rejected his no-case submission after the prosecution presented sufficient evidence.

- nigerianeye.com