Federal High Court acquits Mahdi Shehu of six charges
The Federal High Court has acquitted Mahdi Shehu of all six charges brought against him, bringing an end to a legal battle that attracted public attention. The court ruled that the prosecution failed to provide sufficient evidence to support the allegations levelled against the defendant. In delivering the judgment, the presiding judge held that the […]
Alleged $6bn fraud: Agunloye never exceeded Obasanjo’s financial directive – Witness
A prosecution witness in Abuja, Umar Babangida, testified on Monday that former Minister of Power and Steel, Dr. Olu Agunloye, did not exceed former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s financial directive during the awarding of the Mambilla Hydroelectric Power project. Babangida explained that no minister was permitted to approve contracts worth more than N25 million without explicit […]
Gov Yusuf defection: Kano politics has been hot since 1979 – Shehu Sani
Senator Shehu Sani has commented on the recent defection of Kano State Governor Abdullahi Umar Yusuf, saying that intense political maneuvering has always been part of Kano politics since 1979. He noted that such shifts are not unusual in the state’s political history. Shehu Sani observed that Kano has long been a hotbed of political […]
Kano government to lead prosecution in killing of woman, six children
The Kano State Government has announced that it will take the lead in prosecuting the suspect accused of killing a woman and her six children in Dorayi Chiranci. The decision comes as residents call for swift justice for the horrific killings. Mallam Auwalu, the father of the suspect, Umar Auwalu, urged authorities to speed up […]
Why Qatar Airways’ Doha-bound flight returned to Lagos – NCAA
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has explained why a Qatar Airways flight heading to Doha returned to Lagos shortly after takeoff. According to the aviation regulator, the aircraft turned back as a precaution after the cockpit crew detected a technical alert during the flight. The NCAA dismissed reports describing the incident as an emergency […]
Tincan–Liverpool Bridge: Lagos Police give update on fallen diesel tanker
The Lagos State Police Command has given an update on the fallen diesel tanker at the Tincan–Liverpool Bridge, assuring residents that the situation is under control. The incident, which caused heavy traffic and public concern, happened when a tanker reportedly lost balance and fell on the bridge axis. According to the police, officers were quickly […]
AFCON: ‘We shouldn’t have done it’ – Senegal coach, Thiaw apologizes for walk-out
Senegal head coach, Thiaw, has apologized for his team’s walk-out during their AFCON match, admitting that the action should not have happened. Speaking after the incident, the coach said emotions ran high, but the decision was wrong and against the spirit of the game. The walk-out occurred during a tense moment in the match, following […]
Igbo community leaders visit Nnamdi Kanu, pledge united front in fight for release from detention
Leaders of several Igbo town unions in Northern Nigeria have paid a solidarity visit to the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, at the Sokoto Prison. The visit took place over the weekend and was aimed at showing support and unity with the detained pro-Biafra leader. Nnamdi Kanu is currently serving […]
AFCON: ‘Unacceptable’ – FIFA President Infantino reacts to Senegal, Morocco clash
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has described the incident that followed the AFCON match between Senegal and Morocco as “unacceptable.” His reaction came after reports of heated exchanges and disorder linked to the high-stakes encounter between the two African football giants. The clash has drawn attention across the football world. Infantino stressed that football must always […]
Blord trademarks ‘Ratel’, issues cease and desist to VeryDarkMan
Popular tech entrepreneur Blord has officially trademarked the name “Ratel” and has issued a cease and desist notice to social media activist VeryDarkMan over the use of the name. The move signals Blord’s intention to protect the brand and prevent any unauthorized use that could cause confusion in the public space. According to information shared […]