The International Center for Investigative Reporting (ICIR)

The International Center for Investigative Reporting (ICIR) is a nonprofit news organization that operates independently. Its goal is to enhance transparency and accountability by providing strong and unbiased investigative journalism. ICIR aims to support good governance and strengthen democratic principles by uncovering and addressing corruption. The Center is designed to inspire and develop a culture of high-quality journalism through innovative investigative stories, online publishing, and educational training programs.

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Price for exposing corruption: Kwara newsroom under legal siege

2 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Abdullahi Muritala

INFORMANT247, a digital newsroom, has faced a troubling pattern of intimidation and harassment over exposing corruption in Kwara State. A notable example occurred in February 2024 when the Rector of Kwara State Polytechnic, Abdul Jimoh Muhammed, an engineer, filed a petition to the Kwara State police headquarters leading to the arrest and detention of the Editor-in-Chief, Salihu Ayatullahi, and Managing Director, Adisa-Jaji Azeez.
Army chief Oluyede moves to Benue

3 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Mustapha Usman |Usman Mustapha

FOLLOWING the recent deadly attacks on Gwer West and Apa Local Government Areas of Benue State, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Olufemi Oluyede, has moved to the state in a strategic push to curb the escalating violence. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the COAS is accompanied by Principal Staff Officers (PSOs) and other senior army officials for an on-the-ground security assessment.
Back to the trenches: Ex-Boko Haram commanders, others reveal terrorists brutal comeback in North-East | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19

4 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Fidelis Mac-Leva

IN arenewed orgy of terror, Boko Haram and ISWAP insurgentshave, within the last couple of months, intensifiedcoordinated assaults on communities across the North-East States of Borno, Yobe and Adamawa, targeting mostly military formations. The terrorists, armed with sophisticated weaponry, havekilled scores of soldiers, and either carted away or destroyed equipment, drawing national attention.
Police arrest mother, four others over assault on Ondo vice principal

4 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Mustapha Usman |Usman Mustapha

ONDO State Police Command has arrested a mother, Dorcas Asije, and four others over assault on Alexander Rotifa, the vice principal of Complete Child Development College, Aule, Akure. Asije, mother of a student accused of cheating during the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), is alleged to have ochestrated the attack on the vice principal. The attack, on May 26, has been widely condemned by Nigerians and the state government..
Police step in as Ondo vows justice for vice principal attacked by thugs during exam | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19

5 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Mustapha Usman |Usman Mustapha

THE Ondo State Ministry of Education has condemned the assault on the Vice Principal of Complete Child Development Centre, Aule, Akure, who was beaten by suspected thugs allegedly hired by his student’s mother. Identified as Rotifa, the vice principal was said to have enforced examination rules during the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) by seizing the student’s phone.
DMO opens subscription with 17.12% interest in FG's June saving bonds | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19

5 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Harrison Edeh

THE Debt Management Office (DMO) has launched the June 2025 Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) savings bonds, offering investors attractive interest rates of up to 17.121 per cent per annum. The subscription window opened on Monday, June 2, and will close on Friday, June 6. The DMO announced this on its social media handle on Monday.
FG declares 2-day holiday for Sallah, urges prayers for Nigeria

5 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Mustapha Usman |Usman Mustapha

THE Federal Government has announced Friday, June 6, and Monday, June 9, as public holidays to celebrate Eid al-Adha – a time when Muslims worldwide reflect on the values of faith, sacrifice, and compassion. The declaration was made on Monday, June 2, by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani.
Resident doctors beg FG to settle specialist allowance, arrears | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19

6 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Mustapha Usman |Usman Mustapha

THE Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has called on the Federal Government to immediately settle specialist allowances and outstanding salary arrears owed to its members. Speaking during a press conference in Uyo, on Saturday, May 31, the association’s president, Tope Osundara, decried the continued exclusion of resident doctors from the payment of specialist allowances, despite their active roles in delivering critical care across various health institutions.
Over 500 arrested in France after PSG Champions League victory

6 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Mustapha Usman |Usman Mustapha

HUNDREDS of people have been arrested following a night of chaos across France as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) fans celebrated the club’s historic Champions League victory. The French Interior Ministry confirmed that 559 people were arrested nationwide, including 491 in Paris, after PSG’s 5-0 triumph over Inter Milan, according to a report by France 24. At least 300 people detained were suspected of possessing fireworks and causing disorder, Paris police said.
PSG humiliate Inter Milan to clinch maiden UCL title

1 week ago | icirnigeria.org | Mustapha Usman |Usman Mustapha

PARIS Saint-Germain (PSG) won their maiden UEFA Champions League title in emphatic fashion, dismantling Inter Milan 5-0 in the final held at Munich’s Allianz Arena on Saturday, May 31. This victory also sets a record for the largest winning margin in a Champions League final dating back to 1956. Nineteen-year-old Désiré Doué Doué set up Achraf Hakimi for the opening goal in the 12th minute, then doubled the lead with a deflected shot in the 20th minute.