Morning Brief: PFIPC Scandal Twist, Obi’s One-Term Pledge and More – July 21
Good morning. Here are today’s top stories from TheMatrix Newspapers. A new twist in the PFIPC scandal as the Head of Civil Service confirms the office was meant for the Secretary to the Government. ICPC has grilled and released former Speaker Gbajabiamila over the fake agency probe. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso says Peter Obi signed a one-term agreement with the NDC for 2027. President Tinubu has appointed Ayo Fayose and 25 others to key federal agencies. The NUPRC has convened 143 firms for tomorrow’s oil and gas blocks auction in Abuja. Lagos State has disbursed over ₦3.1 billion to more than 300 property owners affected by land acquisitions. Independent marketers accuse major importers of pegging petrol at ₦1,350 per litre. A Federal High Court has jailed two Ansaru commanders for life while the DSS seeks the death penalty. The court also struck out Senator Ned Nwoko’s suit against Ifeanyi Okowa. American rapper Cardi B and Super Eagles keeper Maduka Okoye spark fresh dating rumours after a Venice outing. In sports, world champions Spain top the latest FIFA ranking with Morocco in sixth place.
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