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Court Sentences IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu to Life Imprisonment for Terrorism

Court Sentences IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu to Life Imprisonment for Terrorism

Court Sentences IPOB Leader Nnamdi Kanu to Life Imprisonment for Terrorism "The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment after a ten-year terrorism trial. Justice James Omotosho ruled that Kanu’s Radio Biafra broadcasts and sit-at-home directives constituted acts of terrorism." Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has sentenced the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, to life imprisonment, marking the end of a decade-long trial. Delivering judgment on Thursday, Justice Omotosho recalled that Kanu was arrested in Kenya under what he described as “contentious circumstances” and…
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FG Seeks Death Penalty for Nnamdi Kanu After Terrorism Conviction

FG Seeks Death Penalty for Nnamdi Kanu After Terrorism Conviction

FG Seeks Death Penalty for Nnamdi Kanu After Terrorism Conviction "The Federal Government has urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to impose the death sentence on IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu after his conviction on seven terrorism charges, arguing that his actions warrant the maximum penalty." ABUJA — The Federal Government has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to impose the death sentence on the detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, following his conviction on all seven terrorism-related charges. The request was presented on Thursday by the Federal Government’s lead counsel, Chief Adegboyega…
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Breaking news: Court finds Nnamdi Kanu guilty of terrorism charges

Breaking news: Court finds Nnamdi Kanu guilty of terrorism charges

Breaking news: Court finds Nnamdi Kanu guilty of terrorism charges "The Federal High Court in Abuja has found IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu guilty on count one of the terrorism charges against him, with Justice James Omotosho citing “uncontroverted evidence” of inciting broadcasts ABUJA — The Federal High Court in Abuja has found the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, guilty on count one of the terrorism charges filed against him by the Federal Government. Delivering the ruling, Justice James Omotosho held that the prosecution had presented “uncontroverted evidence” showing that Kanu made a series of…
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Drama as Nnamdi Kanu Forces Judge to Exit During Live-Broadcast Terrorism Trial

Drama as Nnamdi Kanu Forces Judge to Exit During Live-Broadcast Terrorism Trial

Drama as Nnamdi Kanu Forces Judge to Exit During Live-Broadcast Terrorism Trial "Drama erupted at the Federal High Court in Abuja as Nnamdi Kanu disrupted proceedings during his live-broadcast terrorism trial, forcing Justice James Omotosho to briefly exit. Here’s the full report on the tense courtroom moment." There was heightened drama on Thursday at the Federal High Court, Abuja, after Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), abruptly interrupted proceedings—forcing the presiding judge, Justice James Omotosho, to momentarily step out of the courtroom. Famousreporters.com reports that the incident unfolded just as Justice Omotosho prepared to deliver…
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Kebbi School Abduction: Chairman Releases Full List of 25 Kidnapped Girls, Debunks US Lawmaker’s ‘False’ Claims

Kebbi School Abduction: Chairman Releases Full List of 25 Kidnapped Girls, Debunks US Lawmaker’s ‘False’ Claims

Kebbi School Abduction: Chairman Releases Full List of 25 Kidnapped Girls, Debunks US Lawmaker’s ‘False’ Claims "Kebbi Chairman releases a full list of 25 abducted schoolgirls and debunks a US lawmaker’s claim about the attack occurring in a Christian area. President Tinubu condemns the incident and deploys security forces." The Chairman of Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area, Hussaini Aliyu, has released the names of the 25 schoolgirls abducted from Government Girls Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, while dismissing comments made by a United States lawmaker, Riley Moore, suggesting that the attack took place in a Christian community. Aliyu clarified that…
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WIKE: Military confirms assassination attempt on Yerima in Abuja

WIKE: Military confirms assassination attempt on Yerima in Abuja

WIKE: Military confirms assassination attempt on Yerima in Abuja The Nigeria Military has confirmed the attempted assassination against the navy officer who recently was involved in an altercation with the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, Officer A.M. Yerima Earlier , it was reported that the young Nigerian Navy officer, Lieutenant A.M. Yerima, whose video went viral last week reportedly escaped an assassination attempt on Sunday evening in Abuja, just days after his widely publicised confrontation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Confirming the alleged assassination attempt, the Military in a post on Facebook wrote: "Lt. AM…
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Senators’ Wives Retain Regina Daniels as Secretary Amid Deepening Marital Crisis

Senators’ Wives Retain Regina Daniels as Secretary Amid Deepening Marital Crisis

Senators’ Wives Retain Regina Daniels as Secretary Amid Deepening Marital Crisis Regina Daniels has been retained as Secretary of the Senators’ Wives Association despite escalating marital controversies involving Senator Ned Nwoko. Here’s a concise update on her continued role and the crisis surrounding her marriage. Abuja, Nigeria — In a move seen as a show of confidence, the 10th Assembly Senators’ Wives Association (SWAN) has confirmed Regina Daniels in her role as Social Secretary, reaffirming her position despite mounting media scrutiny over her personal life. Regina Daniels, a Nollywood actress and the wife of Senator Ned Nwoko (Delta North), was…
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Kanu Moves to Halt Judgment in Terrorism Trial, Cites Repealed Law, others

Kanu Moves to Halt Judgment in Terrorism Trial, Cites Repealed Law, others

Kanu Moves to Halt Judgment in Terrorism Trial, Cites Repealed Law, others "IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu has filed a motion asking the Federal High Court in Abuja to suspend judgment in his terrorism trial, citing constitutional breaches and reliance on a repealed law. He claims the proceedings are void and without jurisdiction." Abuja, Nigeria – The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has filed a fresh motion before the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking to halt the delivery of judgment in his terrorism trial scheduled for November 20. In the motion, dated and filed…
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FCT Minister Wike Speaks on Altercation with Navy Officer Over Alleged Illegal Land Grab in Abuja

FCT Minister Wike Speaks on Altercation with Navy Officer Over Alleged Illegal Land Grab in Abuja

FCT Minister Wike Speaks on Altercation with AltNavy Officer Over Alleged Illegal Land Grab in Abuja "FCT Minister Nyesom Wike condemns alleged military land encroachment in Abuja’s Gaduwa area, orders halt to illegal development, and vows not to be intimidated by a former naval officer". Abuja, Nigeria – The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has broken his silence following a confrontation with a Nigerian Navy officer over a landed property in the Gaduwa area of Abuja. In a video shared by Arise News, Wike emphasized that he cannot be intimidated by military personnel for carrying out…
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Nigerian Navy Officer Blocks FCT Demolition, Sparks Nationwide Outcry

Nigerian Navy Officer Blocks FCT Demolition, Sparks Nationwide Outcry

Nigerian Navy Officer Blocks FCT Demolition, Sparks Nationwide Outcry "Nigerian Navy Officer Lieutenant A.M. Yerima blocks FCT demolition of the former Chief of Naval Staff’s property in Abuja, igniting nationwide debate and going viral." Lieutenant A.M. Yerima, a Nigerian Navy officer, has become the center of national attention after a video circulated by Channels Television showed him confronting police officers during an alleged attempt by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to demolish the property of former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo (rtd). In the viral footage, Lieutenant Yerima was seen leading…
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