The Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned seven suspected commanders of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) on terrorism charges, accusing them of receiving funding and operational directives from Finland-based agitator Simon Ekpa, who is currently serving a six-year prison sentence for terror-related offences. The seven suspects were brought before the Federal High Court

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The Igbo Community Association in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has condemned the conviction of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, describing the judgment as unjust, destabilising, and a threat to the fragile peace recently restored in the South-East. The group criticised the court for allegedly overlooking violent actions by security

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Human rights activist and former African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has condemned Thursday’s judgment in the trial of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, describing it as a “political decision” shaped by government interests rather than judicial principles. Sowore, who had previously raised concerns about the direction of the case, insisted that the verdict was

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The legal team representing human rights activist and Omoyele Sowore, has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to throw out the criminal charge filed against him and SaharaReporters by the Nigeria Police Force. They argue that the case is rooted in a legal provision that has since been repealed. In a statement released on

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The Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria Alumni Association (Worldwide) has announced the schedule for its 18th Annual General Assembly (AGA), set to hold on November 28–29 at the university’s main campus in Zaria. The two-day event is expected to attract a lineup of prominent personalities from across Nigeria. Activities will begin with a Pre-AGA Lecture

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The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, has offered partnership opportunities to tertiary institutions, highlighting the agency’s readiness to support universities as incubators of innovation tackling real-world problems. Dr. Adedeji made the announcement while delivering the 2025 Distinguished Lecture at the University of Ilesa, Osun State, on the theme

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Truck park operators in Onne, Rivers State, have expressed full support for the Nigerian Ports Authority’s (NPA) Electronic Call-Up System, aimed at easing gridlock along the Eastern Ports corridor and improving cargo evacuation efficiency. The digital platform is expected to address delays caused by unregulated truck movements, reduce financial losses, and curb extortion by non-state

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The Nigerian Navy has commenced its annual sea inspection exercise aimed at strengthening maritime security and enhancing the operational readiness of its personnel. The exercise, conducted by the Eastern Naval Command and codenamed Exercise DIN MINGI (“Safe Waters” in Ibani), was officially flagged off by the Fleet Commander, Rear Admiral Chiedozie Donald Okehie, aboard NNS

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Music producer and tech entrepreneur Don Jazzy has celebrated his Bammby Dating App co-founder, Opata Efungwu, popularly known as Potrix, praising him as a major driving force behind the platform’s fast-rising success. In a birthday message shared on Instagram, the Mavin Records chief urged fans to join him in praying for and celebrating his partner.

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Nigeria’s maritime sector received major recognition on Tuesday as the Maritime Correspondents’ Organisation of Nigeria (MARCON) announced 12 industry leaders — including Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Lekki Deep Seaport, and Lekki Freeport Terminal — as recipients of the 2025 MARCON Awards for Excellence. The awards celebrate outstanding contributions to port development, maritime infrastructure, logistics innovation, and

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