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The trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), will start afresh on March 21, 2025, before a new judge at the Federal High Court in Abuja. It was reported that Justice James Omotosho will preside over the case, replacing Justice Binta Nyako. Kanu’s lead counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, confirmed the development, stating that the legal team is prepared. However, he revealed that they have yet to be served with the specific charges Kanu will face in the new trial. Kanu has been facing legal proceedings over his push for the actualization of Biafra. In September 2024,…

Nigeria’s immediate past president, Muhammadu Buhari, has dismissed speculations that he has left the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a statement issued on Thursday by his spokesperson, Garba Shehu, Buhari reaffirmed his commitment to the party, stating unequivocally that he remains a loyal member. “Without referring to any individual, issues, or ongoing discussions within the party, former President Muhammadu Buhari has reiterated, as he has many times before, that he is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and should be addressed as such,” the statement read. Buhari further emphasized his dedication to the party that twice elected him…

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, and the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, have issued a stern warning to Nigerians against the abuse and illegal trading of the Naira. Speaking at a security workshop in Abuja on Thursday, which brought together law enforcement agencies, Cardoso revealed that recent investigations uncovered widespread cases of Naira abuse across major commercial cities, including Abuja, Asaba, Awka, Benin, Ilorin, Kano, and Ibadan. “Our findings indicate that a premium of 20 to 40 percent is being charged on banknotes during illegal transactions,” Cardoso stated. “In a recent case, N2.3…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin is preparing to reject a ceasefire proposal but is afraid to admit this directly to former U.S. President Donald Trump. Speaking in his evening address on Thursday, Zelenskyy accused Moscow of setting preconditions for a ceasefire to stall or prevent it entirely. “He is, in fact, preparing a rejection because Putin is afraid to tell President Trump that he wants to continue this war, that he wants to kill Ukrainians,” Zelenskyy stated. According to him, Russia is deliberately attaching conditions to the ceasefire to prolong the conflict. “That’s why…

The naira extended its losing streak against the dollar for the fourth consecutive trading session, marking its steepest depreciation in 48 hours. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the naira fell to ₦1,554.85 per dollar on Thursday, down from ₦1,543.91 recorded on Wednesday—representing a ₦10.92 drop at the official market. Similarly, in the black market, the naira weakened further to ₦1,590 per dollar on Thursday, a ₦5 decline from the previous day’s rate of ₦1,585. The continuous decline suggests that the naira is rapidly reversing its previous months of appreciation and stability, despite intervention measures by…

The Supreme Egbesu Assembly (SEA), a traditional institution of the Ijaw people, has warned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu that it will deliver an unexpected response if Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara is impeached. SEA Chairman, Werinipre Noel Digifa, issued the statement while reacting to comments by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, who recently declared that “heaven will not fall” if Fubara is removed from office. “Heaven will not fall if Fubara is impeached. We won’t resort to violence either. But at the right time, we will show President Tinubu what one of his ‘best eleven’…

A tragic accident on the Abuja-Makurdi Highway has claimed multiple lives following a high-speed collision involving a commercial bus operated by Flight Transport Company. The fatal crash occurred on Thursday, leaving several passengers dead and many others injured. A distressing video from the scene, shows lifeless bodies sprawled across the road as bystanders mourn in shock. Eyewitnesses recounted the moments leading up to the crash, blaming excessive speed for the disaster. One witness, narrating in the video, recalled warning about the driver’s reckless driving. “When this driver overtook us, I was complaining about his speed. This Flight Bus, I was…

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has taken a jab at President Bola Tinubu, sarcastically commending him for fulfilling his pledge to continue from where former President Muhammadu Buhari left off. Speaking during a visit to Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed on Thursday, Obi criticized Tinubu’s administration for its handling of the economy. He urged Nigerians to move beyond ethnic and religious politics and instead prioritize competence and capacity in governance. “Tinubu promised to continue where Buhari stopped. If you look at it, Buhari left the dollar at about N400; today, it is about N1,500. Rice was about N40,000;…

Major Dr. Hamza Al-Mustapha, former Chief Security Officer to late military ruler General Sani Abacha, has officially defected to the Social Democratic Party (SDP), signaling a new chapter in his political career. Al-Mustapha arrived at the SDP headquarters in Abuja alongside his team, where he was warmly received by party leaders and supporters. Speaking at the event, he emphasized that his decision to join the party reflects his commitment to leadership anchored on justice, security, and national progress. His defection follows that of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufa’i, who recently joined the SDP. El-Rufa’i has openly stated plans to…

The Network Against Corruption and Trafficking (NACAT) has called on the Senate Committee on Budgetary Allocations to summon the Nigerian Midstream & Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to publicly disclose and defend its 2025 budget. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, NACAT’s Executive Director of Investigation, Fejiro Oliver Tega, accused NMDPRA of consistently operating under a veil of secrecy regarding its budget. He urged the Senate to demand accountability from the agency’s management, warning that failure to do so would prompt NACAT to petition the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for a full-scale investigation. According to…