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Trending News: TV host quits after she falsely reported Lionel Messi’s dad died during World CupAuthorities Caution Beneficiaries Over Unapproved Borehole Repairs in NigerDSS Rejects External Financing for National Security EffortsUS Pays Tribute as Iconic Air Force One Aircraft RetiresFunso Doherty Formally Accepts NDC Governorship Ticket in LagosBASIEC Begins Preparations for Local Government Elections in BauchiNEMA Urges Residents to Clear Drainages Amid Heavy RainfallIPOB Rejects Edoziem’s Suspension of Nnamdi KanuDeputy Inspector-General Assures Nigerians of Police Readiness Against CrimeArsenal Legend Fears Ronaldo’s Legacy “Spoiled” by World Cup Bench RoleDavido and Kannywood Star Rarara Clash in Heated Social Media Exchange Over Insecurity CommentsSecurity Expert Dismisses Sunday Igboho’s Plan for 50,000-Man Yoruba ForceRarara Accuses Davido of Using Insecurity Crisis to Boost Uncle’s Political AmbitionsPeter Obi Urges Nigeria to Mimic South Africa’s Transparent Borrowing ModelGod’s Guidance Will Keep Tinubu in Power Until 2031, Says UmahiAPC Withdraws from Oyo LG Election Over Alleged Violation of Local Government AutonomyOOU Student Shot Dead in Late-Night Armed Robbery Attack in Ago-IwoyeBalogun Family Reveals Sickle Cell Disease as Cause of Nollywood Actress Zeenat’s DeathVoice of Lilo & Stitch, Daveigh Elizabeth Chase, Dies at 35 from SepsisNollywood Star Alexx Ekubo Laid to Rest in Emotional Homegoing CeremonyOyo APC Boycotts December LG Poll, Accuses Makinde of Undermining Local Government AutonomySuper Falcons Retain Africa’s Top Spot, Hold 36th Position in Latest FIFA Women’s RankingsHonor the Unsung Architect of June 12: Why Jonathan Zwingina Deserves National RecognitionBPSR to Host Stakeholders’ Dialogue on Citizen-Centric Public Institutions, Public Service Awards June 23Cote d’Ivoire World Cup star, Elye Wahi ‘arrested’ over match-fixing allegationsNDC explains why it is exempting Peter Obi and Kwankwaso from anti-defection oathSenators and House of Reps members to decide retaliation against South Africa – Minister of Foreign Affairs Biance OjukwuCourt dismisses another appeal against judgment banning NBC from fining broadcast stationsDeath toll in Gaza since ‘ceasefire’ with Israel goes past 1,000The requirements for El-rufai’s release are incredibly difficult — SanusiOil prices drop further below 80 dollars a barrel as US-Iran peace deal signedOur people now recruiting kidnappers – Governor OkpebholoUkraine launches largest attack on Moscow in two yearsSenate: I never saw report that led to Natasha’s suspension – Ireti Kingibe2027: Aisha Yesufu Says Focus Should Be on Electing Peter ObiSecurity Concerns Rise Following Gunfire Near Niger Republic Capital’s AirportDrivers With Hidden Plates, Unregistered Vehicles to Face Prosecution in BauchiNDC Details Why Obi and Kwankwaso Won’t Take Anti-Defection OathSuper Eagles Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye Turned Down Nigerian Billionaire’s Daughter — Oma AkatugbaPolice Foil Cult Initiation Ceremony, Nab 30 Suspects in OgunGovernors Endorse Creation of State Police and Constitutional ReformsHausa Community Appeals for Better Living Conditions and Larger Settlement in AbiaNigeria Must Consider Igbo Presidency, Says Brymo Amidst Insecurity FearsPraise Singer Rarara Criticizes Davido’s Actions at World Cup Event, Citing National Image ConcernsAPP Candidate Demands Justice Lifu’s Suspension Over Judicial Hierarchy ConcernsDollar Dominates: Naira Depreciates Again Amidst Rising ReservesIyabo Obasanjo Joins PDP, Declared Ogun Central Senate CandidateG7 Leaders Forge United Stance on Global CrisesSenatorial Aspirant Sues NDC, INEC Over Primary Ticket DisputeMilitary Patrol Destroys Suspected Terrorist Hideout in Niger StateDiezani Alison-Madueke Acquitted of Bribery Charges in UK CourtFG, States, LGs Share N2.3 Trillion Federation Account RevenueWHY IKEJE ASOGWA IS THE LAST MAN STANDING: THE UNMATCHED CHOICE FOR NSUKKA’S SENATORIAL SEATEnugu North Senatorial 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against s£x workers, accuse them of taking over their husbands and sonsYou’re prioritising 2027 over democracy and security – Reps’ minority caucus slams TinubuNo one has the kind of influence VDM has in this generation- lawyer, Deji AdeyanjuFG denies reports of plans to introduce new tellecoms and fuel taxesWoman trades her foster daughter for a pet monkey after years of abuseTroops rescue four kidnap victims seen in video alongside late Major General Rabe Abubakar and wifeGunmen k!ll ECWA executive in PlateauI’ll negotiate with band!ts willing to embrace peace and fight those who choose v!olence- Peter ObiGhana lose appeal for Thomas Partey to play in World Cup opener vs Panama470 Gazetted Reserves Mapped Out as FG Pushes Livestock ReformsIGP Assigns CP Shogunle to Oversee Security for Ekiti Governorship ElectionAnambra State Government Moves Against Fake PastorNsukka Decides: Asogwa Emerges as Symbol of Proven Leadership Ahead of Crucial Senate By-ElectionPolice Free Seven Abductees, Nab 35 Suspects in Nasarawa CrackdownSinger Bloody Civilian Says Marriage Is Not in Her PlansDeregistration: ‘Judiciary Can’t Dictate to INEC’ — Lawyer Monday UbaniNigeria Should Consider Igbo Presidency, According to BrymoMixed Reactions as Baba Ijesha and Wife Announce Son’s BirthOpposition Ready to “Write Results”: ZLP Chairman on 2027 Election OutlookINEC Appeals Party Deregistration Ruling, Cites Lack of NoticeAbuja Court of Appeal Slams High Court Judge for “Judicial Impertinence” Over ADC, Four other Party DeregistrationsDavido Calls Reno Omokri “Bingo”: A World Cup Clash of Words“Spiritual Warfare” in Music Industry: Nicki Minaj Speaks OutBrymo Calls Out Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy: “Shift Aside, Let Younger Artists Shine”Rapper Nicki Minaj Explains Why She Left ChurchNOTIFICATION OF EXPULSION FROM MEMBERSHIP OF THE ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS (APC), ENUGU STATE*Federal High Court Dismisses Applications Seeking Judge’s Withdrawal from ADC CaseUK Appoints Peter Vowles as New High Commissioner to Nigeria“FROM AWGU TO NATION-BUILDING: ENUGU FLAGS OFF NYSC 2026 WITH PROMISE OF SECURITY AND PROSPERITY”At least 28 killed as bus plunges into ravine in EthiopiaIran manager calls team World Cup’s ‘most oppressed,’ after they were immediately sent back to Mexico after match in USInsecurity: Katsina gov bans use of jerrycan to purchase fuel, shuts down POS centresNaira down to N1,400/$ in parallel marketOshiomhole alleges forged signatures in Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension report
Fri. Jun 19th, 2026

Obiano was allegedly arrested by EFCC for misappropriation of N42bn 

Former Governor of Anambra State, Willie Obiano was reportedly arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for alleged misappropriation of public funds.

Sources told Channels Television that Obiano was arrested for misappropriating N5bn Sure-P and N37 billion Security Vote funds, which was withdrawn in cash.

READ ALSO Viral video: Police order arrest of operatives assaulting masquerade in Enugu 

Part of the funds were also allegedly diverted to finance political activities in the state, the source added.

The former Governor who was reportedly on his way out of the country to Houston, Texas in the United States before being arrested at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, has been moved from Lagos to an EFCC facility in Abuja.

Prior to his arrest, he has been on the Commission’s watchlist for months.

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