Lawyer: Sokoto Unsafe for Nnamdi Kanu After US Airstrike
Nnamdi Kanu's lawyer calls for his immediate transfer from Sokoto following a U.S. airstrike targeting ISIS. Details on the life sentence and courtroom drama inside.
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Ngige storms APC meeting after Kuje prison release
Former Minister Chris Ngige makes a dramatic appearance at an APC caucus meeting in Abuja just hours after being granted bail from Kuje Correctional Centre on corruption charges. Details inside.
Ngige Granted Bail in ₦2.2bn Fraud Case
Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige has been granted bail by an FCT High Court in his ₦2.2 billion contract fraud trial. The court set strict conditions for his release. Read the full details.
Lawyers Condemn Media Trial of NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed
A coalition of 40 lawyers has condemned baseless corruption allegations against NMDPRA CEO Engr. Farouk Ahmed, warning against media trials that undermine Nigeria's oil sector. Read their full defence.
Lawyers Slam Dangote Over NMDPRA Corruption Allegations
A coalition of 40 Nigerian lawyers has dismissed Aliko Dangote's corruption claims against NMDPRA's Farouk Ahmed as unfounded, warning against media trials. Read their full statement.
Mother jailed 9 years for shaking baby to death
A young mother, Nazli Merthoca, has been sentenced to nine years and six months in prison for the manslaughter of her three-month-old daughter, Kaylani Kalanzi, in London. Read the tragic details of the case.
Sokoto Gov Denies Visiting Nnamdi Kanu with Alex Otti
The Sokoto State Government has refuted claims that Governor Ahmed Aliyu visited detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu with Abia's Alex Otti. Get the full details and official statement here.
Court rejects Nnamdi Kanu's brother, denies prison transfer
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a motion by IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's brother, Emmanuel, seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison. The judge ruled Emmanuel, not a lawyer, could not move the motion. Read the full details.
Kanu Files Motion for Transfer from Sokoto Prison
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu requests transfer from Sokoto prison, citing distance from Abuja hinders his appeal. Federal High Court adjourns hearing to December 8. Read the full details.
Kanu Files Motion to Leave Sokoto Prison for Appeal
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu asks Federal High Court to transfer him from Sokoto prison, arguing distance hampers his right to appeal life sentence. Hearing adjourned to December 8.
Ex-Beauty Queen on Trial for Boyfriend's Son's Death
Former Miss Donalsonville Trinity Poague, 20, pleads not guilty to murder charges in the death of her boyfriend's 18-month-old son. Prosecutors allege jealousy over wanting her own child. Read the full details.
Otti Breaks Silence on Tinubu Meeting, Denies APC Defection
Abia State Governor Alex Otti clarifies his meeting with President Tinubu was solely about Nnamdi Kanu's case, dismissing rumours of a planned defection to the APC ahead of 2027 elections.
UNILAG Don's Sexual Assault Trial Adjourned
Lagos High Court adjourns the trial of Dr Samuel Ojogbo, a UNILAG lecturer accused of raping a student, to January 21, 2026. Case faces scrutiny over courtroom conduct.
Alex Otti Meets President Tinubu Over Nnamdi Kanu
Abia State Governor Alex Otti met President Bola Tinubu to discuss securing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's release, following his visit to Kanu in Sokoto prison. Read the latest developments.
Tinubu, Otti Meet Over Nnamdi Kanu's Release
President Bola Tinubu met with Abia Governor Alex Otti to discuss securing the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. This follows Otti's recent visit to Kanu in Sokoto prison. Read the latest developments.
Diddy's Desperate Call in Netflix Doc Teaser
A new Netflix teaser shows Sean 'Diddy' Combs making a frantic call to his lawyers before his arrest. The docuseries, produced by 50 Cent, premieres Tuesday. Read the shocking details.
Abia Governor Alex Otti Visits Detained IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu
Abia State Governor Alex Otti visited IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto prison, urging calm and pledging intensified efforts for his release. Sultan of Sokoto supports de-escalation. Read the full story.
UK Politician Tulip Siddiq Gets 2-Year Jail Term
British-Bangladeshi MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced in absentia to two years in jail by a Bangladeshi court on corruption charges. She denies all allegations, calling it a political witch-hunt.
Otti Visits Nnamdi Kanu in Sokoto, Discusses Release
Abia State Governor Alex Otti visited detained IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu at Sokoto Correctional Centre, assuring him of intensified efforts for his freedom. Read the full details of the high-level visit and discussions.
Israeli PM Netanyahu Requests Pardon in Corruption Cases
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeks presidential pardon in corruption trial, citing national unity concerns. Read about the political implications and reactions.
Analyst Urges Dialogue After Nnamdi Kanu Sentencing
Political analyst Olajumoke Shaqiru Victor calls for dialogue beyond legal measures to achieve lasting peace in Southeast Nigeria following Nnamdi Kanu's multiple sentences. Read expert insights.
Nnamdi Kanu Sentenced to Life Imprisonment by Federal High Court
Federal High Court sentences Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment for terrorism charges. Analyst supports ruling, citing constitutional grounds. Discover the court's reasoning and reactions.
Court Strikes Out Nnamdi Kanu's Rights Suit Against DSS
Appeal Court dismisses Nnamdi Kanu's fundamental rights appeal against DSS, citing life imprisonment conviction. Read full details on this landmark ruling.
Court Strikes Out Nnamdi Kanu's N50bn Suit Against FG
Federal High Court dismisses Nnamdi Kanu's N50 billion rights violation case against Nigerian government due to lack of diligent prosecution. Read full details.
Lawmaker Questions Kanu vs Boko Haram Sentencing
Rep Bello El-Rufai challenges IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's life imprisonment while Boko Haram terrorist got 20 years. Read about the sentencing disparities in Nigeria's terrorism cases.
Eight Get Life Sentences for Crimea Bridge Bombing
A Russian military court has handed life sentences to eight individuals for the 2022 attack on the Kerch Bridge, a vital supply link to annexed Crimea. The blast killed five and triggered massive Russian retaliation. Read the full details.
Businessman Found Guilty of Wife's Murder After 10 Years
South African businessman Rameez Patel found guilty of murdering his wife Fatima in 2015 after blaming intruders. Case involved witness drama and other family murders. Read the full story.
Ganduje Trial Adjourned to February 2026
Kano High Court postpones corruption trial of former governor Ganduje, his wife, and six others to February 2026 as prosecution seeks more time. Case involves 11-count charge of bribery and misappropriation.
Tukur Mamu Offered N50m from Terror Ransom - DSS
DSS reveals how terror leader offered Tukur Mamu N50m from ransom funds in Abuja court. Key evidence from audio recordings exposed in ongoing terrorism trial. Read full details.
Obiano's N4bn Money Laundering Trial Adjourned Indefinitely
Federal High Court adjourns former Anambra Governor Willie Obiano's N4 billion money laundering case indefinitely. EFCC requests delay for original judge's return. Full details inside.
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