Justice Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), indefinitely. Kanu is facing terrorism charges brought against him by the Federal Government. The trial was stalled after Justice Nyako recused herself from the case on September 24, 2024, …
Court okays FCCPC’s power in telecom regulation
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has been affirmed by the court as having regulatory power over the telecom sector. The ruling, delivered on Friday by Justice F.N. Ogazi, solidifies the FCCPC’s role as the primary authority in preventing anti-competitive practices and protecting consumers under the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act …
Falana files lawsuits against Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta, demands $5m over invasion of privacy
Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has filed a $5 million lawsuit against Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, accusing the tech giant of invading his privacy by publishing false claims about his health. The lawsuit was filed before a Lagos High Court. Falana, represented by his lawyer Olumide …
Nobody should plead or beg anybody on my behalf. Agitation for self-rule is not a crime — Nnamdi Kanu
Detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has called on his supporters to refrain from begging for his release, asserting that his quest for self-determination is a constitutionally protected right and not a criminal offense. Speaking through his lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, Kanu emphasized that his release is a matter of …
Saudi Arabia Imposes Single-Entry Visa Rule for Travelers from 14 Countries
Saudi Arabia has introduced new visa regulations limiting travelers from 14 countries to single-entry visas valid for 30 days, with no option for extension. The affected travelers include tourists, business visitors, and individuals visiting family, while those applying for Hajj, Umrah, diplomatic, or residency visas remain exempt from the restriction. The impacted nations are Algeria, …
SERAP Sues President Tinubu Over Alleged N167bn Contract Fraud in Government Agencies
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has taken legal action against President Bola Tinubu for allegedly failing to prosecute contractors who received over N167 billion from 31 ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) for unexecuted projects. The lawsuit, filed last Friday at the Federal High Court in Lagos (Suit No. FHC/L/MISC/121/2025), also names the Attorney …
Access Bank Pays Tribute to Late Herbert Wigwe, Wife, and Son on First Anniversary of Tragic Passing
Access Bank has honored the memory of its former CEO, Herbert Wigwe, his wife, Chizoba, and their son, Chizzy, who tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash in California on February 9, 2024. In a heartfelt statement shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, the bank reflected on their lasting impact on the institution …
Niger State Police Officer Dies by Suicide, Authorities Confirm Incident
An Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Shafi’u Bawa, has tragically taken his own life in Kontagora Local Government Area of Niger State. The heartbreaking incident occurred on Saturday afternoon when Bawa’s father, Usman Bawa, discovered his son hanging from the ceiling inside his room. Confirming the incident, the Niger State Police Command stated that it …
NICASA Decries Death of Nigerian in South African Police Custody, Calls for Urgent Action
The Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa (NICASA) has strongly condemned the death of a 40-year-old Nigerian, Benjamin Okoli, who reportedly died while in police custody. Okoli’s tragic passing comes less than a month after the association also denounced the alleged killing of another Nigerian, 50-year-old Jeremiah Okoye, in police custody on January 13. NICASA …