Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2010
Ownership controversy linked to Ibori investigation
The newspaper defended James Ibori in an editorial after the EFCC sought to question him over allegations involving Delta State public funds. Ibori was later arrested in Dubai and faced British proceedings involving alleged money laundering and fraud.
2009
Unpaid salaries and staff dismissals
A labor dispute led the Nigerian Union of Journalists to force a temporary closure, citing four months of salary arrears and the dismissal of 21 employees. The owner promised to settle the arrears and rehire the affected staff.
2006
Sedition case against reporter
Independent reporter Rotimi Durojaiye was arrested and charged with sedition after reporting critically on the cost and airworthiness of President Olusegun Obasanjo’s new aircraft. The charges were subsequently dropped.