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Nnamdi Kanu Dismisses Lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor; Attorney Claims He Resigned in 2023
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu has formally fired his former attorney Ifeanyi Ejiofor, though the lawyer argues he had already resigned from the personal representation role in 2023.
Nigerian man sentenced in US for sextortion scheme tied to Pennsylvania teen suicide
A Nigerian national, Afeez Olatunji Adewale, has been sentenced to five years in a U.S. prison for his role in a sextortion ring linked to the death of a Pennsylvania youth.
Nigerian pharmacists report 9,850 departures over five years, demand stiffer penalties for fake drugs
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria reports that 9,850 pharmacists have left the country in five years, while advocating for harsher penalties for fake drug offenders and improved substance abuse control.
Presidency tells Peter Obi to abandon claims of 2023 election victory
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga has dismissed claims by Peter Obi that he won the 2023 presidential election, labeling such statements as delusional and urging him to accept his third-place defeat.
Federal Government Pursues Revival of Ajaokuta Steel and Textile Facilities
Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Enoh, confirmed that the federal government is negotiating with investors to reactivate defunct textile factories and the Ajaokuta Steel Company to drive economic growth toward a one-trillion-dollar goal.
ADC Accuses Tinubu of Governing Nigeria with Impunity
The African Democratic Congress has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration for alleged impunity, claiming the government operates without checks and balances and violates constitutional processes.
Adamawa community members protest at YEDC office over ongoing power failures
Residents from Girei and Song blocked the YEDC headquarters in Yola to demand an end to a two-month-long power outage that has disrupted local livelihoods.
Ogun Police Intervene to Stop Kidnapping on Lagos–Ibadan Expressway
Ogun State police successfully rescued a kidnapping victim on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway after responding to gunshots during a routine patrol.
Shatta Wale explains fallout with Burna Boy over unproven infidelity claims
Shatta Wale claims his friendship with Burna Boy ended after former associates spread false rumors about him being involved with the Nigerian star's partner.
Kano Police Apprehend Woman for Mutilating Boyfriend and Report Separate Murder Case
A 25-year-old woman is in police custody in Kano for mutilating her boyfriend after learning of his marriage plans to another woman, while police also investigate a separate lethal assault on a 30-year-old man.