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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nnamdi Kanu, Other Secessionists Sentenced to Prison
Nnamdi Kanu receives life imprisonment while Simon Ekpa and Adeyinka Grandson face prison terms for secessionist activities. Read about Nigeria's crackdown on separatist movements.
Mixed Compliance to IPOB Sit-At-Home in Southeast
Southeast Nigeria experienced a partial and varied response to a viral sit-at-home order following Nnamdi Kanu's conviction. While some areas saw normal activity, others observed the protest.
South-East Lawmakers Seek Tinubu's Pardon for Nnamdi Kanu
42 South-East federal lawmakers urge President Tinubu to grant Nnamdi Kanu clemency, warning his life imprisonment worsens regional security. Read the full appeal.
Analyst: How South East Can Secure Nnamdi Kanu's Release
Public affairs analyst Donald Okwuosa explains how South East leaders can secure IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's release using Sunday Igboho's case as example following life imprisonment sentence.
Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Trial Adjourned to 2026
Federal High Court postpones Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's cybercrime trial to February 2026 following multiple delays. Case involves assassination plot allegations against Senate President.
Ejimakor: No Lawyers Could Change Kanu's Verdict
Aloy Ejimakor, legal consultant to Nnamdi Kanu, states that even one million lawyers couldn't have changed the terrorism conviction outcome. Read his full analysis of the case.
Judge's absence stalls Akpoti-Uduaghan's trial
The cybercrime trial of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been adjourned to February 4, 2026, due to the judge's absence. Get the latest updates on this high-profile case.
Lagos APC Condemns Peter Obi on Kanu Sentence
Lagos APC strongly criticizes Peter Obi for his comments on Nnamdi Kanu's life sentence, accusing him of politicizing terrorism and ethnic bias. Read the full statement.
Kanu's Lawyer Speaks After Sokoto Prison Visit
Nnamdi Kanu's lawyer Maxwell Opara visits IPOB leader in Sokoto prison, reveals urgent appeal plans and challenges transfer decision. Read latest developments.
Otti Reveals Plan to Secure Nnamdi Kanu's Freedom
Abia State Governor Alex Otti discloses ongoing strategy to secure IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's release from life imprisonment. Read latest developments.
Lecturer remembers colleague allegedly murdered by friends
Edet Ekanem honors Ubong Friday John on his posthumous birthday as two friends face trial for his kidnapping and murder in Akwa Ibom. Justice expected in court case.
Noble Igwe Slams Selective Silence on IPOB Violence
Media personality Noble Igwe calls out those speaking out after Nnamdi Kanu's conviction while remaining silent during IPOB's sit-at-home orders and violence in Southeast Nigeria.
Court Denies Assassination Attempt on Nnamdi Kanu Judge
Federal High Court debunks false reports of assassination attempt on Justice James Omotosho following Nnamdi Kanu's life sentence. Read official statement and details.
Obi condemns Kanu's life imprisonment, calls for talks
Labour Party's Peter Obi criticizes Nnamdi Kanu's life sentence, advocates dialogue over prosecution. Read his full statement and analysis of the ongoing security crisis in Southeast Nigeria.
Buhari's Ex-Aide Confronts Peter Obi on Kanu
Former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad condemns Peter Obi's criticism of Nnamdi Kanu's life imprisonment, revealing IPOB leader's confessions. Read full details of the political clash.
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