34 m. ago Rivers: Court Fixes May 26 To Hear Suit Challenging Fubara, Lawmakers’ Suspension

The Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has adjourned to May 26, 2025, hearing on the suit filed by former member of the House of Representatives, Dr. Farah Dagogo, challenging the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Professor Ngozi Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly by President Bola […]

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86 m. ago Court cautions parties, adjourns suit challenging suspension of Rivers governor, legislature

From Tony John, Port Harcourt The Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has adjourned a constitutional suit challenging the suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Professor Ngozi Odu, and all members of the Rivers State House of Assembly to Monday, May 26. The suit, filed by former federal lawmaker and 2023 Rivers […] The post Court cautions parties, adjourns suit challenging suspension of Rivers governor, legislature appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Victor Osimhen: From local football pitches to European stardom

By Seyi Babalola Victor Osimhen’s journey from the streets of Lagos to the peak of European football exemplifies his tenacity, talent, and unshakeable dedication. His career trajectory demonstrates a sequence of hurdles overcome and milestones reached, cementing his status as one of the most formidable strikers in the contemporary game. Early Life and background Victor […] The post Victor Osimhen: From local football pitches to European stardom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Court adjourns Natasha’s contempt case against Akpabio, others to May 13

Tribune Online Court adjourns Natasha’s contempt case against Akpabio, others to May 13 The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has adjourned till Tuesday, May 13, to hear the contempt applications filed by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Senate, and its President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, in Akpoti-Uduaghan's suit challenging her suspension by the Senate over allegations of misconduct by one of the parties in the case. Court adjourns Natasha’s contempt case against Akpabio, others to May 13 Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Rivers Emergency Rule: 12 SANs To Argue Case For Federal Gov’t At Supreme Court

The Federal Government has put together 12 Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN) to argue its case filed by 11 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governors against the emergency rule imposed on Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. Former Attorney General of the Federation, Chief Akin Olujinmi (SAN) heads the legal team of the Federal Government. The […]

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5 h. ago Rapper Falz Sparks Controversy With Stance On Premarital Sex

Nigerian rapper and actor, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz the Bahd Guy, has ignited online reactions after sharing his stance on premarital sex. Falz, the son of renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, took to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday to assert that “fornication is not a sin.” His statement, […]

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8 h. ago How wildlife hazards cripple operations at Nigeria’s airports

Tribune Online How wildlife hazards cripple operations at Nigeria’s airports In 2021, Air Peace alone suffered 14 bird strikes, which affected its engines, while in 2022, the airline experienced four bird strike incidents. How wildlife hazards cripple operations at Nigeria’s airports Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Lagos LG polls: Conducting exercise in 20 LGAs, 37 LCDAs will be nullity — Ex

Tribune Online Lagos LG polls: Conducting exercise in 20 LGAs, 37 LCDAs will be nullity — Ex-minister Olanrewaju "It is obvious now that the state indigenes have lost their patrimony. I think one of the participating parties can go to court and challenge the status quo. Can't this course of action be taken?" he said. Lagos LG polls: Conducting exercise in 20 LGAs, 37 LCDAs will be nullity — Ex-minister Olanrewaju Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Transfer: Amokachi urges Osimhen to make Premier League switch

By Seyi Babalola Former Super Eagles forward Daniel Amokachi has advised Victor Osimhen to take the next brave step in his career by transferring to the English Premier League, calling the Nigerian striker as a “warrior” capable of thriving in any league in the globe. Amokachi, who played in Turkey and England, most notably for […] The post Transfer: Amokachi urges Osimhen to make Premier League switch appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Abia Police Arraign Two Community Leaders For Alleged Transformer Theft

A Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Aba South Local Government, in Abia State has arraigned two men, identified as Chidi Onyendi, Kalu Maduka, over alleged conspiracy, theft of a N14 million transformer, and issuing threats against community leaders who reported them. Presiding over the case at Magistrate Court 1, over the weekend, Magistrate Erinma Maduagwu, […] The post Abia Police Arraign Two Community Leaders For Alleged Transformer Theft appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Supreme Court to hold valedictory session for late Justice Ogwuegbu on May 14

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Supreme Court of Nigeria will hold a valedictory session on May 14, 2025, at 2 p.m. to honour the late Justice Emmanuel Obioma Ogwuegbu, who passed away on October 28, 2024, at age 91. The Attorney General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, is expected to attend. According to […] The post Supreme Court to hold valedictory session for late Justice Ogwuegbu on May 14 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago CSO sues AMCON, others over alleged undervalued sale of IBEDC for $62 million

By Lukman Olabiyi The African Initiative Against Abuse of Public Trust, a civil society organisation, has filed a lawsuit at the Federal High Court in Abuja against the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), and Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) over the proposed sale of […] The post CSO sues AMCON, others over alleged undervalued sale of IBEDC for $62 million appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago After VeryDarkMan’s Alarm, NAPTIP Rescues 78 Human Trafficking Victims From Côte d’Ivoire

A total of 78 Nigerian victims of human trafficking, including underage girls and three babies, have returned to the country following their rescue from Côte d’Ivoire, the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) announced on Sunday. The victims, predominantly young women between the ages of 13 and 30, were evacuated aboard […]

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29 h. ago Court fixes June 24 for arraignment of businessman over alleged $42,591 fraud

By Lukman Olabiyi Justice Yetunde Adesanya of the Lagos State High Court, Tafawa Balewa Square, has scheduled June 24 for the arraignment of Adesola Adeyinka, founder and CEO of Vale Blue Limited, Vale Finance, and Coral Stone Limited. The court set the date after Adeyinka failed to appear for his arraignment on Thursday. When the […] The post Court fixes June 24 for arraignment of businessman over alleged $42,591 fraud appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago “GTBank Held Me Hostage Despite Not Being Their Customer” – VeryDarkMan Recounts Ordeal In EFCC Detention

Nigerian social media critic, VeryDarkMan, has accused Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) of unlawfully detaining him at one of its branches in Abuja during a visit to address suspicious deductions from his mother’s account. In a video posted on Instagram on Saturday, VeryDarkMan narrated the events leading to his arrest by operatives of the Economic and […] The post “GTBank Held Me Hostage Despite Not Being Their Customer” – VeryDarkMan Recounts Ordeal In EFCC Detention appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Yahaya Bello: Court sets June 26 to rule on EFCC’s request to cross

The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled June 26 to deliver its ruling on an application by the Economic read more Yahaya Bello: Court sets June 26 to rule on EFCC’s request to cross-examine its own witness

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49 h. ago “If You Release My Picture With Money Laundering, You’ll Prove It In Court” – VeryDarkMan To EFCC

Nigerian social media critic VeryDarkMan has issued a stern warning to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) regarding the release of a mugshot taken during his recent detention. After spending almost five days in EFCC custody, VeryDarkMan addressed his followers in a video on his Instagram page on Friday where he claimed the EFCC […] The post “If You Release My Picture With Money Laundering, You’ll Prove It In Court” – VeryDarkMan To EFCC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 h. ago VeryDarkMan Reveals Plan To Work With EFCC, Gives Agency Conditions

Controversial social media critic, Martin Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has announced that he will be collaborating with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), but not without issuing stern warnings to the anti-graft agency over how his image and case are presented to the public. In a video posted online, the outspoken activist […]

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55 h. ago Court Approves Mohbad’s Father’s Request To Challenge Naira Marley’s Clearance In Death Case

The Lagos State High Court in Ikeja has authorised Mr. Joseph Aloba, the father of the late artist Ilerioluwa Aloba (Mohbad), to legally challenge the Director of Public Prosecutions’ advisory that cleared Naira Marley (Azeez Fashola) and others of any alleged role in his son’s passing. On Friday, Justice Taiwo Olatokun, who oversaw the proceedings, […] The post Court Approves Mohbad’s Father’s Request To Challenge Naira Marley’s Clearance In Death Case appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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55 h. ago ECOWAS Court Rules Against Shatta Wale In Discrimination Lawsuit Against Ghana

Ghanaian singer Charles Mensah, better known as Shatta Wale, has had his discrimination case against his home country dismissed by the ECOWAS Court of Justice sitting in Osborne, Lagos State. Judgment was delivered by the court in case number ECW/CCJ/APP/25/24. The lawsuit was brought by the musician against the Republic of Ghana and its Gaming […] The post ECOWAS Court Rules Against Shatta Wale In Discrimination Lawsuit Against Ghana appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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