Nigeria News Digest: August 6, 2025
Nigeria saw significant developments on August 6, 2025, with major political shifts, economic reforms, and security challenges. Key stories include Rivers State's LGA election disputes, the passing of Doyin Abiola, and notable fraud cases.
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News > Nigeria News Digest: August 6, 2025
Judiciary & Law Enforcement
Chukwuemeka Amachukwu, a Nigerian citizen residing in France, has been extradited to the United States to face charges. He is accused of participating in a fraud scheme involving wire fraud, hacking, and identity theft, resulting in losses of over $800,000.
- punchng.comIn Jigawa State, former Commissioner Auwal Danladi Sankara allegedly received kickbacks from contractors totaling N126 million. Audit reports suggest he used these funds to finance his governorship ambition in 2023.
- saharareporters.comThe EFCC arraigned five Katsina State revenue officials and a First Bank employee in court over alleged N1.2 billion fraud involving donations from WHO, MSF, and ALIMA.
- saharareporters.comThe EFCC announced plans to investigate Nigeria's real estate sector to combat corruption, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure a thorough probe.
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