COURT JAILS TWO FOR N14.8M FRAUD IN MAIDUGURI. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Court Jails Two for N14.8m Fraud in Maiduguri Justice B.T Zannah of the Borno State High Court sitting in Maiduguri, on Monday, July 13, 2026 convicted and sentenced two to three years imprisonment. The convicts are: Babagana Bukar and Hauwa Chabri.  The convicts were arraigned on Monday, July 13, 2026 by the Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on a separate one -count charge for the offence of criminal misappropriation to the tune of N14,800,000.00 (Fourteen  Million, Eight Hundred Thousand Naira). The charge against Bukar reads: "That you, Babagana Bukar sometimes in 2025 at Maiduguri, Borno State within the jurisdiction of this honourable court, dishonestly misappropriated and converted to your own use the aggregate sum of N8,800,000.00 (Eight Million, Eight Hundred Thousand Naira)  money belonging to Bunu Gambo Liman, being amount given to you through Babakura Umar and Bello Adamu for the supplies of 100 bags of IRS...

GOV. OBASEKI RAISES MINIMUM WAGE FOR EDO STATE WORKERS TO N70, 000.(PHOTO).


Governor Obaseki Raises Minimum Wage for Edo State Workers to N70,000

In a move that has been hailed as a boon for workers in Edo State, Governor Godwin Obaseki announced a significant increase in the minimum wage for civil servants to N70,000. The Governor made this historic declaration while inaugurating the Labour House on Monday, signaling a positive change in the lives of thousands of workers in the state.

Governor Obaseki emphasized that the new minimum wage will take effect from May 1st, 2024, providing a much-needed boost to the livelihoods of workers in Edo State. This decision showcases the Governor's commitment to improving the welfare and standard of living of workers under his administration.

Having secured a second term in office, Governor Obaseki's move adds to his track record of prioritizing the well-being of the people of Edo State. As the state prepares for another critical governorship election in September this year, the increase in minimum wage is likely to resonate positively with voters and further bolster support for the Governor's party and his administration. 

The announcement has been met with praise and optimism from the workforce in Edo State, setting a new standard for worker welfare across the state.

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