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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1357, Bartolus de Saxoferrato Italian academic and jurist (born 1313) passed away. In 1478, Giulio d'Este, illegitimate son of Italian noble (died 1561) was born. In 1919, William F. Quinn, American lawyer (died 2006) was born. In 1934, Peter Gzowski, Canadian journalist and academic (died 2002) was born. In 1936, Kojo Tovalou Houénou, Beninese lawyer and politician (born 1887) passed away. In 1973, Watergate scandal: Alexander Butterfield reveals the existence of a secret Oval Office taping system to investigators for the Senate Watergate Committee. In 2003, French DGSE personnel abort an operation to rescue Íngrid Betancourt from FARC rebels in Colombia, causing a political scandal when details are leaked to the press. In 2014, Alfred de Grazia, American political scientist, author, and academic (born 1919) passed away. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. In 2024, Chino Trinidad, Filipino sports journalist and executive (born 1967) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Diezani: Prioritise evidence over narratives in corruption cases – Analyst tells EFCC

Daily Post Nigeria

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July 8, 2026

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A public affairs analyst, Ephriam Attah, has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to ensure its investigations are driven by verifiable evidence rather than public narratives. He said corruption cases should be built on facts capable of withstanding judicial scrutiny. Attah made the call in an interview with journalists on Wednesday while reacting to [] Diezani: Prioritise evidence over narratives in corruption cases – Analyst tells EFCC

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Vanguard News

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· Jul 1, 2026

Alleged Forged Certificates: ICPC details case against ex-minister Nnaji

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA — The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has detailed its case against former Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Geoffrey Uchechukwu Nnaji, saying it is investigating allegations that he submitted a forged degree certificate from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), and a false National Youth Service [] The post Alleged Forged Certificates: ICPC details case against ex-minister Nnaji appeared first on Vanguard News.

Guineematin.com

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· Jul 1, 2026

Affaire Sékou Kaké : Moustapha Naïté et la BPMG apportent des précisions majeures devant la CRIEF

Le dossier opposant le parquet spécial près la Cour de répression des infractions économiques et financières (CRIEF) à l’entrepreneur Sékou Kaké, président-directeur général de la société SOGEFEL vient de connaître un nouveau rebondissement. À l’audience de ce mardi 30 juin, la chambre des appels a entendu deux témoins dont les déclarations ont apporté des précisions [] The post Affaire Sékou Kaké : Moustapha Naïté et la BPMG apportent des précisions majeures devant la CRIEF first appeared on Guineematin.com.

Buenos Aires Times

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· Jun 26, 2026

Corruption, our daily bread

An unrelenting cascade of corruption scandals enjoys political and judicial protection, while the government negotiates key appointments to put the brakes on cases at Comodoro Py. Leer más

The Independent

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· Jul 2, 2026

Supreme Court refuses to halt $800 daily fine for news reporter who won’t divulge sources

The case has been being closely watched by media advocates who say it could make sources think twice before providing information that could expose government wrongdoing

Ghanaian Times

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· Jul 10, 2026

Protecting the digital wallet: A national priority

The latest fraud report by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) should give both policymakers and the public cause for serious reflection. While Ghana’s financial sector continues to expand, particularly through digital payment platforms, the sharp rise in fraud cases signals a troubling downside to this progress. The figures are striking. Reported fraud cases jumped from The post Protecting the digital wallet: A national priority appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

South Africa Today

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· Jun 24, 2026

IDAC and SAPS Deepening Row: Dumisani Khumalo Lodges Complaint Over Arrest Threats

PRETORIA — A deepening and highly publicized row between the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) has escalated, following formal complaints lodged by Crime Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo and Nozipho Madondo. The two have approached both the Police and Justice Ministers, alleging that IDAC is utilizing arrest threats and []

Anadolu Agency

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· Jun 22, 2026

Spain's ex-transport minister sentenced to 24 years for corruption

First verdict in sprawling corruption case linked to pandemic mask contracts

Football Italia

· Jul 8, 2026

Referee scandal peters out, report Rocchi investigation shelved

The investigation into referees and VAR that saw designator Gianluca Rocchi accused of sporting fraud looks like it will be shelved due to a lack of evidence.The scandal erupted on April 25 when Rocch...

Vision Times

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· Jul 3, 2026

Xi’s 2026 Purges Take Down Multi-Province Powerbroker and China’s Emergency Minister

More prominent anti-corruption cases of early 2026 involve influential former provincial party chief Yi Lianhong and disaster response minister Wang Xiangxi, while a forestry agency long tied to a relative of former Party leader Jiang Zemin keeps generating both graft scandals and suspicious deaths

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jul 7, 2026

President Tinubu Directs ICPC Probe into Fake Presidential Council

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to conduct a thorough investigation into the activities of the so-called “Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council” (PFIPC) and all related matters. In a statement signed by the Presidential Spokesperson, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President directed that the investigation be [] The post President Tinubu Directs ICPC Probe into Fake Presidential Council appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Brisbane Times

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· Jul 7, 2026

‘Trigger some alarm bells for you?’: The draft, the legal advice and the $1m job

A corruption inquiry has heard more evidence from former University of Wollongong chancellor Michael Still.

Sydney Morning Herald

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· Jun 23, 2026

‘Necessary and immediate’: KPMG chair to resign after damning hearing

The KPMG scandal has claimed another three scalps with its chairman among the latest to accept accountability for the misuse of confidential customer information.

MyJoyOnline

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· Jun 22, 2026

PAC Vice Chair raises alarm over stalled corruption prosecutions, calls for stronger enforcement

Vice Chairman of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Davis Ansah Opoku, has raised concerns about what he describes as weak enforcement of corruption-related recommendations made by Parliament, revealing that none of the committee’s referrals to the Attorney General over the past six years has resulted in prosecution. Speaking at the 2026 African Governance and Anti-Corruption Summit in Accra, Mr. Opoku said the lack of follow-through on findings from parliamentary oversight work is undermining accountability in the management of public funds.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 8, 2026

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Wednesday morning

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission to conduct a thorough investigation into the activities of a “Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council” PFIPC and all related matters. Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga on Tuesday, said the President directed that the investigation [] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Wednesday morning

YNaija

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· Jul 8, 2026

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Orders ICPC investigation into Alleged Fake PFIPC in 30 Days

Across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, these are the top five Nigerian news stories you shouldn’t miss. Tinubu orders ICPC investigation into alleged fake PFIPC in 30 days President Bola Tinubu has directed the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to carry out a comprehensive investigation into the activities... Read More Read » Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Tinubu Orders ICPC investigation into Alleged Fake PFIPC in 30 Days on YNaija

Prism

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· Jul 1, 2026

FBI Report Describes Graffiti as a Tactic of “Anarchist Violent Extremists”

The report also adds new ambiguous justification for FBI action such as “making claims” against business or governments.

The Age

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· Jul 7, 2026

‘Trigger some alarm bells?’ The draft, the legal advice and the $1m job

A corruption inquiry has heard more evidence from former University of Wollongong chancellor Michael Still.

The Daily Wire

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· Jul 3, 2026

FBI Embedded Wired Informant Inside Newsom’s Admin, Lawyer Says

A Democratic operative with deep ties to California Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration secretly recorded conversations for the FBI as part of a corruption investigation that has since expanded to scrutinize the governor, his wife, and members of his inner circle, The New York Post reported on Thursday. Alexis Podesta, a power broker who has ...

Korea Times News

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· Jun 22, 2026

The fine line between policing facts and silencing critics

The fine line between policing facts and silencing critics

Irish News

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· Jul 10, 2026

British government to pay out £10m on IRA ‘nutting squad’ claims

‘The cases relate to allegations of collusion between state agencies including RUC Special Branch, Force Research Unit and the Ministry of Defence’

Guinee news

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· Jun 30, 2026

TPI de Dubréka : un faux procureur jugé pour  »escroquerie, usurpation de titre et abus de confiance »

Le Tribunal de première instance (TPI) de Dubréka a examiné, ce mardi 30 juin 2026, le dossier d’Ismaël Sylla, poursuivi pour des faits présumés d’escroquerie, d’usurpation de titre et d’abus de confiance. Selon les éléments débattus à l’audience, le prévenu se serait fait passer pour un procureur de la République. Il aurait également affirmé avoir []

Global News

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· Jul 4, 2026

Attempted hit on Toronto jail guard tied to web of local crimes, documents allege

New documents chronicling evidence gathered by investigators in the massive police corruption probe lay out alleged relationships between key players in criminal investigations.

Independent Online

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· Jul 11, 2026

Critical flaws exposed in South Africa's financial disclosure system by Madlanga Commission

Critical flaws exposed in South Africa's financial disclosure system by Madlanga Commission

The Leader

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· Jun 23, 2026

Top Judge Faces Scrutiny After Police Accusations

Spain’s General Council of the Judiciary has referred a controversial ruling by Judge Juan Carlos Peinado for possible disciplinary investigation after an evenly split vote was decided by council president Isabel Perelló. The move follows remarks in which Peinado suggested that police officers assigned to protect Begoña Gómez, the wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, [] The post Top Judge Faces Scrutiny After Police Accusations appeared first on The Leader - The No. 1 Spanish Newspaper - Spain News, Sport, Spanish Property for Sale, Business Directory, Classifieds, and Advertising.

South China Morning Post

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· Jul 8, 2026

How cheap AI is undermining Indonesia’s academic credibility

Indonesian authorities are widening their investigation into a case of suspected identity and research fraud at an overseas medical conference, which has exposed gaps in academic oversight and revived concerns about abuses in the nation’s system of publication-driven promotion for academia. The Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology has set up a team to examine papers previously published by the alleged perpetrators, saying action would be taken if they were found to have used...

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 8, 2026

PARLIMEN: Kerajaan teliti tubuh RCI isu Azam Baki, dakwaan mafia korporat

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan tidak menolak kemungkinan menubuhkan Suruhanjaya Siasatan Diraja (RCI) bagi menyiasat dakwaan berkaitan pemilikan saham bekas Ketua Pesuruhjaya SPRM, Tan Sri Azam Baki yang melebihi had pegawai awam serta dakwaan wujudnya mafia korporat dalam SPRM . Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Undang-Undang dan Reformasi Institusi), Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said berkata, ketika ini ... Read more The post PARLIMEN: Kerajaan teliti tubuh RCI isu Azam Baki, dakwaan mafia korporat appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Legit.ng

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· Jul 3, 2026

Adeyemi vs Gbajabiamila: ADC lists 10 persons, institutions that should be investigated

The ADC has mentioned 10 powerful persons and institutions that should be probe to unravel the corruption allegation in Adeniyi Adeyemi and Femi Gbajabiamila saga

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