{
  "id": 9396863,
  "title": "Evening recap: Wike rejects rigging claims, EFCC declares Maina wanted again, other top stories",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/evening-recap-wike-rejects-rigging-claims-efcc-declares-maina-wanted",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-23T19:20:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/evening-recap-wike-rejects-rigging-claims-efcc-declares-maina-wanted-again-other-top-stories/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The EFCC has once again declared former pension reform task force chairman Abdularasheed Maina a wanted man over allegations of receiving stolen property. Maina is facing this new accusation after previously being convicted and imprisoned for money laundering. His sister, Sharon Ademefun, who manages the financial affairs of Nigerian music star Davido, shared insights into how she oversees his wealth and attempts to curb his penchant for expensive luxuries. Despite her efforts, Ademefun revealed that Davido occasionally succumbs to temptation and makes new high-end purchases.\n\nIn an effort to curb alleged under-dispensing of fuel, the Nigerian state fuel regulator, PETROAN, has instructed all fuel station operators to check their dispensing meters nationwide. This directive follows a warning from the National Motors Development and Promotion Agency (NMDPRA) about the under-dispensing of petroleum products. Stations found guilty of short-changing consumers may face severe consequences, including the withdrawal of their operating licenses.\n\nJAMB, the organization responsible for coordinating tertiary education entrance examinations in Nigeria, has simplified the process for candidates who have lost access to their registered phone numbers or email addresses. To update their contact details, candidates must now obtain a court affidavit, pay the required fee, and complete biometric verification at a designated JAMB office. This update aims to streamline the process and ensure that candidates can continue accessing their exam-related services without unnecessary delays.",
  "summary": "Read the evening news recap: Nyesom Wike rejects election rigging claims, EFCC declares Abdularasheed Maina wanted again, and other top Nigerian stories. Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-wike-rejects-rigging-claims-efcc-declares-maina-wanted-again-other-top-stories/",
  "key_points": [
    "EFCC reissues wanted warrant for Abdularasheed Maina over stolen property allegations",
    "JAMB updates process for candidates losing contact info access",
    "PETROAN mandates fuel station checks to stop under-dispensing"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Wike rejects election rigging allegations, says G5 strategy outsmarted Atiku",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/wike-rejects-election-rigging-allegations-says-g5-strategy-outsmarted",
        "published": "2026-09-23T16:58:40.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Ripples Nigeria",
        "title": "Wike explains 2023 South-South strategy, rejects claims of electoral rigging",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/wike-explains-2023-south-south-strategy-rejects-claims-of-electoral",
        "published": "2026-09-23T18:38:33.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "We encouraged voting for Obi to reduce Atiku’s votes – Wike on G5 strategy",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/we-encouraged-voting-for-obi-to-reduce-atikus-votes-wike-on-g5",
        "published": "2026-09-23T20:11:03.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}