‘They plan to arrest my brother, get me to negotiate’ – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has alleged that there were plans to arrest his elder brother ahead of their mother’s burial. He claimed the move was intended to pressure him into negotiations with authorities. According to him, his brother Bashir avoided travelling to Nigeria to escape the alleged arrest. El-Rufai made the claim while […]
US govt sues Harvard over treatment of Jewish and Israeli students, seeks billions
The administration of Donald Trump has filed a lawsuit against Harvard University, accusing the school of failing to protect Jewish and Israeli students on campus. The case, filed by the US Department of Justice in a Boston federal court, alleges that the university ignored harassment and failed to enforce its own policies. According to the […]
Ex-Army General heads for Supreme Court to challenge conviction on alleged fund stealing
A former Group Managing Director of Nigerian Army Properties Limited, Umar Mohammed, has moved to challenge his conviction for alleged fund misappropriation at the Supreme Court of Nigeria. The retired officer said he decided to approach the apex court after the Court of Appeal partly upheld the judgment delivered by a Special Court Martial in […]
Kimora Lee Simmons reportedly refuses to leave $25m Beverly Hills mansion bought with stolen funds
American model and reality TV personality Kimora Lee Simmons is reportedly involved in a legal dispute over a luxury mansion in Beverly Hills valued at about $25 million. The property is said to have been purchased in 2017 by her estranged husband, Tim Leissner, using funds allegedly misappropriated from Malaysia’s sovereign wealth fund, 1MDB. According […]
Alleged defamation: Otti’s aide files N500m suit against opposition member
An aide to Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has filed a ₦500 million lawsuit against a member of the opposition over alleged defamation. The case, filed at a competent court, is linked to statements the aide claims damaged his reputation and standing in public service. According to court documents, the claimant accused the opposition figure […]
Nnamdi Kanu fighting ‘darker forces’ than Nelson Mandela fought – Wife
Nnamdi Kanu’s wife has described her husband’s struggle as facing “darker forces” than those Nelson Mandela confronted during apartheid. She highlighted the immense challenges he endures in his fight for his cause. In an emotional statement, she praised Kanu’s courage and resilience, emphasizing that his battle goes beyond ordinary political struggles. She said his fight […]
Terrorism: You can’t convict me – Nnamdi Kanu dares Judge
Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has boldly declared that he cannot be convicted in his ongoing terrorism case. Speaking after his hearing at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Kanu strongly argued that he cannot be found guilty without a legal basis. Looking visibly upset, he insisted that no […]
Court bars INEC from recognizing outcome of PDP National Convention
A Federal High Court in Abuja has placed a temporary order stopping the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from accepting or recognising the outcome of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention. The convention, scheduled to hold in Ibadan on November 15–16, was meant to produce new national leaders for the party. The court ruling […]
Alleged Assault: Court sets Nov 26 for rapper Odumodublvck’s trial
The legal case involving Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck and singer Levi Ogbogiri, popularly known as Kraziecent, has been fixed for hearing on November 26, 2025. The case stems from allegations that Odumodublvck physically assaulted Kraziecent during a public event held on December 16, 2024. According to reports, Kraziecent accused the rapper of attacking him without provocation […]
Senate Unseals Natasha Akpoti’s Office
The Nigerian Senate has officially unsealed the office of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central. The office was earlier sealed due to a legal tussle following disputes over her election victory. With the office now reopened, Senator Natasha can fully resume her legislative duties and representation of her constituents. The development has been welcomed by […]