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Senator Natasha Responds to Akpabio’s Petition Over Assassination Allegation

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Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has pushed back against a formal petition submitted by Senate President Godswill Akpabio to the Inspector General of Police, in which he accused her of criminal defamation and incitement concerning claims of an assassination plot. The petition, dated April 3, was also forwarded to the Attorney General of […]

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Federal High Court Dismisses Nnamdi Kanu’s N50 Billion Lawsuit Against Nigerian Government

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A Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a N50 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the Federal Government of Nigeria. Justice Inyang Ekwo, who presided over the case, dismissed the suit on Thursday, April 10, citing a lack of diligent

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Lawyer Names Individuals Who Took Alabi Quadri to Police Station After Viral Photo Fame

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Human rights lawyer, Iniebehe Effiong, has shared fresh details about the ordeal of Alabi Quadri, the boy who gained national attention in 2023 after a viral image showed him standing boldly in front of Peter Obi’s convoy. Quadri, now in detention at Kirikiri prison in Lagos, has become the focus of public concern after news

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SERAP Gives FG, NBC 48 Hours to Reverse Ban on Eedris Abdulkareem’s Protest Song

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The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has issued a stern ultimatum to the Federal Government and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), demanding the immediate lifting of the broadcast ban placed on Eedris Abdulkareem’s protest song, “Tell Your Papa.” The NBC had previously directed radio and television stations across the country to stop airing the

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Reactions as Osigwe Relocates 2025 NBA Conference from Rivers to Enugu

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Social media users have taken to their official X account to react after it was announced that the President of the Nigeria Bar Association, NBA, Afam Osigwe has moved the location of the 2025 Annual General Conference of the NBA from Rivers State to Enugu state. Human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong made the announcement on

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12 IPOB Members Released From Prison After Four Years in Detention

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Twelve members of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) who had been held in custody since May 24, 2021, have finally regained their freedom. Naija News reports that the release came on Thursday, April 10, 2025, following a decision by the Ebonyi State High Court. This development marks a major legal breakthrough for the

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‘Reckless, Heinous Lie’ – Akpabio Petitions IGP Over Alleged Assassination Plot, Urges Prosecution of Senator Natasha

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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has filed a formal complaint with the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, seeking an official probe into what he describes as a baseless and dangerous accusation leveled against him by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. According to Naija News, the petition, dated April 3, 2025, follows a public statement made by Akpoti-Uduaghan

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BREAKING: Presidency Addresses Claims on Ambassadorial Appointments, Including Reno Omokri

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Amid widespread rumors surrounding potential ambassadorial nominations, the Nigerian Presidency has officially addressed the situation, refuting recent reports that suggested certain public figures had already been selected for diplomatic positions. The speculation followed claims that the Federal Government had initiated the process of screening individuals to fill open positions across 76 embassies and 22 high

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Lawyer Decries Detention of Teen Who Blocked Peter Obi’s Convoy

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Apapa, Lagos State – Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong has raised alarm over the detention of Alabi Quadri, the teenager who garnered public attention in 2023 after standing in front of Peter Obi’s campaign convoy in Lagos. Effiong, speaking on the matter, revealed that Quadri has been held at the Minimum Security Custodial Centre in

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Why INEC Has an ‘Acting Chairman’ Amid Speculation Over Yakubu’s Sack

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Mr. Sam Olumekun, a National Commissioner at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and head of its Information and Voter Education Committee, is currently serving as acting chairman, according to Naija News. This temporary role came to light during a meeting with the Labour Party leadership on Wednesday, where Olumekun was referred to as the

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“It’s Genocide”: Plateau Governor Reacts After Deadly Attacks Claim 52 Lives

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Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has strongly condemned the violent attacks that struck communities in Bokkos and Bassa Local Government Areas on March 28, 2025, describing the incident as “genocide sponsored by terrorists.” At least 52 people, including children, were killed during the coordinated assaults, which have reignited long-standing concerns about insecurity and ethnic

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NDIC Begins Reimbursement Process, Urges Heritage Bank Depositors to Submit Documents

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The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has announced the commencement of reimbursement for depositors of the defunct Heritage Bank, calling on affected individuals to present the necessary documentation to claim their funds. Following over nine months of uncertainty since the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revoked Heritage Bank’s operating license on June 3, 2024, depositors

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Peter Obi Reacts As Boy In Viral Campaign Convoy Languishes In Kirikiri Prison

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Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong to step in and assist a young boy, Yusuf Alabi, who is currently being held at Kirikiri Prison in Lagos. Alabi gained national attention during the 2023 general elections when a photo of him standing

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Full List: U.S. Universities Affected as Student Visas Revoked Amid Immigration Crackdown

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Over 300 international students across the United States have had their student visas revoked in a sweeping immigration enforcement effort during President Donald Trump’s second term. Prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, and Ohio State are among those reporting cases, with many affected students receiving little or no explanation from authorities. The revocations have triggered

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INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu to Exit Office by End of 2025

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Professor Mahmood Yakubu, the Chairman of Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), is scheduled to conclude his second and final term in office by the end of 2025. Appointed in December 2020, Yakubu has played a central role in overseeing Nigeria’s electoral system, including the successful coordination of several bye-elections shortly after taking office. Recent

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Public Outrage as Peter Obi’s Campaign Icon Yusuf Alabi Lands in Kirikiri Prison

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Yusuf Alabi, the young man who captured national attention during Peter Obi’s 2023 campaign in Lagos, is currently being held at Kirikiri Correctional Facility on charges of theft and involvement in a street altercation. The news has sparked intense backlash, as many believe the accusations are part of a targeted attempt to discredit him. Alabi

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Tinubu Made Historic Strides in Power Sector – Adelabu’s Adviser

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Bolaji Tunji, the Special Adviser on Communication to the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has credited President Bola Tinubu’s administration with significant progress in improving Nigeria’s electricity supply. According to Tunji, the current administration has added 1.5 megawatts to the national grid in under two years—a feat that he said contrasts sharply with the four

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U.S. Justifies 14% Tariff on Nigerian Exports, Citing Trade Restrictions

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The United States government has offered an explanation for President Donald Trump’s recent decision to impose a 14% tariff on exports from Nigeria, pointing to long-standing trade restrictions imposed by the Nigerian government on a wide range of American products. Last week, President Trump unveiled a sweeping trade policy initiative labeled “Liberation Day,” which introduced

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