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The brother of detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, has challenged the legal basis of his terrorism conviction, arguing that any conviction must be founded on a valid law that was in force at the time judgment was delivered. The challenge comes amid ongoing legal proceedings following the Federal Government’s cross-appeal in Kanu’s case. According to […]
Continue ReadingThe Nigerian Army has confirmed that a soldier and four hostages lost their lives during a failed abduction attempt involving Chinese expatriates in Ogun State. According to the report, troops responded to an attempted kidnapping operation targeting Chinese nationals in the area. During the confrontation with the suspected abductors, a firefight reportedly broke out. The […]
Continue ReadingThe Federal Government has confirmed that four people have died and 24 others sustained varying degrees of injuries following a train derailment along the Warri–Itakpe Train Service corridor near Agbor in Delta State. The incident occurred when the train reportedly went off track while travelling on the route linking Warri to Itakpe, causing panic among […]
Continue ReadingNigeria’s Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has reassured Nigerians that ongoing reforms in the power sector are beginning to yield positive results, with gradual improvements in electricity generation and distribution across the country. Speaking on recent developments in the sector, the minister said the Federal Government remains committed to transforming Nigeria’s electricity supply through sustained […]
Continue ReadingA married woman identified as Oluchi has been arrested after allegedly faking her own kidnapping and demanding a ransom of N50 million from her family. According to reports, Oluchi was declared missing, prompting concern among her relatives and loved ones. Shortly after her disappearance, her family reportedly began receiving calls demanding a ransom of N50 […]
Continue ReadingThe Ekiti State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two additional suspects in connection with the abduction and assault of the Chairman of Ikere-West Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Rufus Olorunfemi. According to the police, the latest arrests were made following ongoing investigations into the incident, which sparked widespread concern across the state. The […]
Continue ReadingTroops of Operation Enduring Peace have successfully foiled multiple kidnap attempts and rescued 10 victims during separate operations in Plateau and Kaduna states. According to military sources, the soldiers responded swiftly to distress calls after armed kidnappers attacked communities in both states. The troops engaged the criminals in gun battles, forcing them to abandon their […]
Continue ReadingFormer presidential candidate Peter Obi has strongly condemned the growing trend of ethnic profiling in Nigeria, stressing that criminality should never be associated with any particular ethnic group. Reacting to recent incidents and narratives that have fueled ethnic tensions, Obi urged Nigerians to reject divisive sentiments and focus on identifying and prosecuting individuals responsible for […]
Continue ReadingTensions in the Middle East have sharply escalated after Iran launched missile strikes toward Israel, marking the first such attack since a fragile ceasefire was established in April. According to Israeli military officials, multiple missiles were fired from Iran toward northern Israel late Sunday, triggering air raid sirens across several regions and sending residents into […]
Continue ReadingPopular Nollywood actress Adunni Ade has revealed that she welcomed a baby girl two years ago and deliberately kept the news away from the public eye. The actress made the surprising disclosure during a recent interview, explaining that she chose to keep her daughter’s birth private to protect her peace and enjoy motherhood away from […]
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