Corruption

Stories tagged “Corruption.”

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Ex-governor Suswam’s 11-year-long corruption trial suffers fresh delay, prosecution raises concerns over incessant adjournments

Oct 2premiumtimesng.com

Ex-governor Suswam’s 11-year-long corruption trial suffers fresh delay, prosecution raises concerns over incessant adjournments

Former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam's 11-year-long corruption trial faced another delay as his lead defence lawyer requested an adjournment to attend an international conference. The prosecution expressed concern, labeling the request a deliberate tactic to prolong…

Morocco: The Mayor of Tangier Arrested in Alleged Electoral Fraud Case

Sep 29rfi.fr

Morocco: The Mayor of Tangier Arrested in Alleged Electoral Fraud Case

Mounir Limouri, the mayor of Tangier and a member of the leading Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM), was arrested on September 28 in connection with an alleged electoral fraud case.

EXCLUSIVE: EFCC sets up team to investigate Atiku, Malami, others named in ICC ruling on Mambilla deal

Sep 20premiumtimesng.com

EXCLUSIVE: EFCC sets up team to investigate Atiku, Malami, others named in ICC ruling on Mambilla deal

Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has established a special team to investigate individuals implicated in alleged fraudulent dealings related to the Mambilla Power Project.

Sep 15aljazeera.com

Eto’o could face Cameroon probe over alleged Russia payment

The Cameroonian Football Federation and its chief Samuel Eto’o are under investigation for alleged graft involving a Russian Football Union payment.

Mauritius: Investigation Opened Against Prime Minister's Associate in Ravatomanga Case

Sep 14rfi.fr

Mauritius: Investigation Opened Against Prime Minister's Associate in Ravatomanga Case

Mauritius has launched an investigation into alleged attempted corruption involving Jean Carl Elysée, a former senior advisor to the Prime Minister, in connection with the case of Malagasy billionaire Mamy Ravatomanga. A complaint, supported by a WhatsApp audio recording,…

Sep 14theguardian.com

As Reform celebrates £72m in donations, tell me this: are you ready to see two rich men buy our democracy? | Owen Jones

Owen Jones discusses the £72m donations to Reform UK and questions if two rich men can buy democracy.

Sep 14chinanews.com.cn

He Qiongmei, Former Party Secretary and Director of Hainan Provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, 'Double-Expelled'

He Qiongmei, former Party Secretary and Director of the Hainan Provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, has been 'double-expelled' for severe disciplinary violations and suspected bribery.

Sep 14theguardian.com

Sydney mayor allegedly threatened and children secretly recorded after he refused to step down, Icac hears

Sydney mayor allegedly threatened, followed, and children secretly recorded after refusing to step down as mayor, Icac inquiry hears.

Sep 11jeuneafrique.com

Cameroon: Accused again, Samuel Eto'o responds in the name 'of Africa's interests'

Samuel Eto'o, president of the Cameroonian Football Federation (Fecafoot), faces new accusations regarding the management of a €567,570 payment from the Russian Football Federation. He dismisses these claims as a smear campaign against an "African who expresses himself fr…

Nigerian presidential hopeful Obi promises anti-corruption drive

Sep 10africanews.com

Nigerian presidential hopeful Obi promises anti-corruption drive

Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi has pledged to combat government waste and corruption to address the country's cost-of-living crisis, ahead of January elections.

Sep 10startuppakistan.com.pk

Social Welfare Department Deputy Director Arrested for Alleged Bribery

Anti-Corruption Establishment in Sialkot arrests Deputy Director of Social Welfare Department for Rs15,000 bribery case.

Sep 9arynews.tv

Hafiz Naeem says people are suffering due to corruption in Sindh

JI chief Hafiz Naeem criticizes corruption and calls for empowered local governments in Sindh.

Sep 8theguardian.com

Ukraine’s former prosecutor general quits amid corruption allegations

Ukraine’s former prosecutor general Ruslan Kravchenko resigns after investigators raided his office in connection with a major corruption scandal involving government officials and illegal call centers.

Sep 7indianexpress.com

Deve Gowda’s Criticism of Karnataka Government Over Bangalore-Mysore Infrastructure Corridor Project

Former Prime Minister Deve Gowda criticizes Karnataka government for allotting sites to farmers affected by the Bangalore-Mysore Infrastructure Corridor Project, questioning the legality and previous court rulings.

Sep 7annahar.com

Did Hussam Louka Seize $1.3 Billion on the Day the Assad Regime Fell? Al-Nahar Fact-Checks

A social media claim that former Syrian General Intelligence director Hussam Louka stole $1.3 billion before fleeing on December 8, 2024, is debunked. Al-Nahar's fact-check reveals the original New York Times report cited $1.36 million, not billion.

Mali: Anti-corruption associations demand audit of public contracts passed under the transition

Sep 6rfi.fr

Mali: Anti-corruption associations demand audit of public contracts passed under the transition

Anti-corruption associations in Mali have formally requested the Auditor General to audit public contracts, especially military ones, made during the six-year military transition, citing concerns over transparency and specific acquisitions.

Sep 5mathrubhumi.com

'Useless Lazies'; Kangana Lashes Out at Officials for Misusing Government Funds

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut publicly criticized officials in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, for alleged misuse of central funds and failure to implement development projects, demanding greater accountability.

Sep 4startuppakistan.com.pk

Punjab Chief Minister Approves Establishment of Confidential Cell to Combat Corruption

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved a confidential cell to address corruption and malpractice in the province.

Sep 4theguardian.com

Nigel Farage meeting a 'shadowy foreign donor'? It can only be another establishment stitch-up

Farage's party faces police investigation for allegedly using foreign money. Verbatim's undercover sting reveals questionable financial dealings.

Sep 4jeuneafrique.com

DRC: What is known about the Semlex passport affair, referred to trial in Belgium

A Belgian company, Semlex, is facing trial in Belgium for alleged embezzlement and corruption related to a 2015 biometric passport contract in the Democratic Republic of Congo, implicating figures linked to former President Joseph Kabila.

Sep 3sanews.gov.za

KZN Treasury commends arrests linked to alleged fraud

KwaZulu-Natal Finance MEC Francois Rodgers has praised law enforcement for arresting individuals implicated in an alleged R2 million fraud and corruption case involving the eMadlangeni Local Municipality.

Sep 3arynews.tv

Karachi citizen framed in 'false case', police officers booked

Police officers and others in Karachi have been booked for allegedly framing a citizen in a false case to extort money.

Gambia: CSOs Demand Independent Probe Into Jammeh-Era Assets Disposal

Sep 2allafrica.com

Gambia: CSOs Demand Independent Probe Into Jammeh-Era Assets Disposal

Civil Society Organisations in The Gambia are demanding independent investigations and a nationwide forensic audit into the sale and disposal of assets recovered from former President Yahya Jammeh, citing concerns over alleged governance, transparency, and financial manag…

Sep 2scmp.com

Vietnam arrests deputy minister over probe into huge bribes

Vietnam's Deputy Health Minister, Tran Van Thuan, has been arrested on charges of accepting substantial bribes, linked to an investigation into a medical equipment company.

Sep 2indianexpress.com

CBI chargesheets 5 Haryana IAS officers in Rs 504-crore IDFC First Bank fraud case

CBI files chargesheet against 5 Haryana IAS officers in Rs 504-crore IDFC First Bank fraud case. 3 IAS officers arrested, 2 more chargesheeted.

Aug 30mathrubhumi.com

Kottayam Excise Deputy Commissioner Suspended Over Bar Bribery Scandal; More Evidence Emerges

Kottayam Excise Deputy Commissioner S. Ashok Kumar has been suspended following an investigation that uncovered extensive evidence of him accepting bribes from bar owners to allow illegal operational hours and prevent inspections.

Lenin Moreno leaves the National Court of Justice during a corruption case in Quito.

Aug 29bbc.co.uk

Former Ecuadorian president Lenín Moreno sentenced to five years in prison for corruption

Former Ecuadorian president Lenín Moreno has been sentenced to five years in prison for corruption, with his wife, daughter, and brother among those convicted. Moreno denies involvement in bribery scheme.

Aug 29indianexpress.com

'Whatever he needs, it should be seen to': Moin Khan on Imran Khan situation

Former Pakistan cricketer Moin Khan urges authorities to ensure Imran Khan receives proper medical care in jail.

China Removes High-Ranking Officers from Key Military Body

Aug 29japantimes.co.jp

China Removes High-Ranking Officers from Key Military Body

China removes two high-ranking officers from the Central Military Commission, including Zhang Youxia, a former vice chairman.

Aug 27arynews.tv

New Health Secretary's Past Allegations and Inquiries Surface

Health Secretary Muhammad Mahmood faces corruption allegations and inquiries from his career.