14 h. ago FG closes case against Nnamdi Kanu in terrorism, treason trial

Tribune Online FG closes case against Nnamdi Kanu in terrorism, treason trial The Federal Government on Thursday closed its case in the alleged treason and terrorism charges preferred against the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. FG closes case against Nnamdi Kanu in terrorism, treason trial Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Judiciary Under Fire: Supreme Court Warns Against Mischievous Allegations

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has fiercely condemned what it described as “disturbing and false narratives” targeting one of its justices, reiterating that such mischievous reports will no longer be tolerated. This follows social media allegations that a justice visited Benin City in connection with a political case pending before the court. In a strongly […] The post Judiciary Under Fire: Supreme Court Warns Against Mischievous Allegations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Troops Arrest Chinese Citizen Allegedly Linked To Terror Activities In Borno

The Defence Headquarters has detained a Chinese national over suspected links to terrorism. The arrest took place in Borno State during a counter-terrorism mission led by Nigerian troops. Although the suspect’s name has not been released, military officials said he claimed to be a miner and is currently being interrogated. This comes days after the […] The post Troops Arrest Chinese Citizen Allegedly Linked To Terror Activities In Borno appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Troops Arrest Chinese National, 4 Others Over Alleged Links With Terrorists

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said troops during a counter-terrorism operation conducted in Borno State arrested a Chinese national and four others for collaborating with terrorists. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, said the individual, who claimed to be a miner, is currently in custody and undergoing interrogation. He, however, did not disclose […]

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9 d. ago Suspected IED kills six in Sokoto village amid rising terrorist threat

Tribune Online Suspected IED kills six in Sokoto village amid rising terrorist threat Local sources alleged that the deadly device may have been planted by the notorious Lakurawa terrorist group, which has long been terrorising residents in Tangaza and neighbouring Gudu Local Government Area. Suspected IED kills six in Sokoto village amid rising terrorist threat Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Troops Arrest Four Pakistani Nationals Over Terror Links In Northeast

Nigerian military has arrested four Pakistan nationals over alleged ties to terrorism. The Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, Maj. Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar, led this out on Wednesday. Abubakar said that preliminary investigations suggested the foreigners were involved in arms trafficking and in training terrorist groups operating in Nigeria’s North-East. He noted that the support […] The post Troops Arrest Four Pakistani Nationals Over Terror Links In Northeast appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Niger Police Nab Village Head,13 Others For Allegedly Harboring Suspected Terrorists

Niger State Police Command has apprehended the village head of Guiwa, Mallam Garba Mohammed, and 13 others for allegedly aiding criminal elements in Mashegu Local Government Area of the state. It was gathered that the arrest occurred over the weekend during a raid carried out by police operatives and local vigilante groups against bandit camps […] The post Niger Police Nab Village Head,13 Others For Allegedly Harboring Suspected Terrorists appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Alleged Terrorism: “ESN Illegal, Amotekun Backed By Law” – DSS Witness Tells Court

Department of State Services, has described the Eastern Security Network, a armed wing of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, as an illegal organisation. DSS led this out on Thursday, at the resumed trial of the detained leader of the IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, before the Federal High Court in Abuja. Recall that Kanu is […] The post Alleged Terrorism: “ESN Illegal, Amotekun Backed By Law” – DSS Witness Tells Court appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Alleged Terrorism: “We Weren’t Involved In Kanu’s Arrest From Kenya” – DSS Tells Court

Department of State Services has distanced itself from the arrest of leader of Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, in Kenya. DSS said that its operations are limited strictly to Nigeria’s territorial borders. Recall that Kanu is facing terrorism-related charges brought by the Federal Government. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the development came up during cross-examination of […] The post Alleged Terrorism: “We Weren’t Involved In Kanu’s Arrest From Kenya” – DSS Tells Court appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago TERRORISTS’ INFORMANTS Outcry Over Soldiers, Politicians’ Involvement

There is a massive outcry following the revelation that soldiers and politicians are serving as informants to terrorists operating in the country. Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, yesterday, alleged that some Nigerian politicians and members of the armed forces are acting as informants and collaborators for Boko Haram insurgents. Zulum’s allegation has raised serious concern, […]

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4 w. ago Terrorism: Court warns Kanu’s lawyer, Ejimakor, of professional misconduct

•Admits judgment on military invasion on IPOB leader’s residence From Godwin Tsa Abuja Justice James Omotosho of the Abuja division of the Federal High Court has warned against live streaming of Court proceedings and negative use of social media in the trial of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu […] The post Terrorism: Court warns Kanu’s lawyer, Ejimakor, of professional misconduct appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Alleged Terrorism: Court warns Kanu’s Lawyer, Ejimakor of professional misconduct

…Admits judgment on military invasion on Kanu’s residence in evidence From Godwin Tsa Abuja Justice James Omotosho of the Abuja division of the Federal High Court has warned against live streaming of Court proceedings and negative use of social media in the trial of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi […] The post Alleged Terrorism: Court warns Kanu’s Lawyer, Ejimakor of professional misconduct appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Anambra Police Arrest Six Suspects Over Alleged Armed Robbery, Vandalism

Operatives of Anambra State Police Command have arrested six suspects over alleged armed robbery, vandalism, and terrorising various communities in Anambra South Senatorial District. In a statement on Wednesday by Spokesman for the state’s Police Command, Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed that the arrests were made after different joint operations carried out across the three senatorial zones […] The post Anambra Police Arrest Six Suspects Over Alleged Armed Robbery, Vandalism appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer absolves DSS on alleged denial of access, seeks end of trial

Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr. Kanu G. Agabi and lead counsel to the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, has stated that the Department of State Service (DSS) never denied him access to his client. He also said the trial of the IPOB leader, […] The post Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer absolves DSS on alleged denial of access, seeks end of trial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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