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Awoniyi Faces Potential FA Sanction Over Religious Goal Celebration
Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi is under scrutiny by the English Football Association (FA) following a religious display during his team’s 3-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, March 22, 2026. The 28-year-old Nigerian international, who came off the bench to score the final goal in the 87th minute, celebrated by removing his match jersey to reveal an undershirt. The undershirt bore the message “God is the greatest,” a personal expression of faith that has…
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El-Rufai Pleads Not Guilty to Money Laundering Charges in Kaduna
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai pleaded not guilty to a 10-count charge of money laundering and financial impropriety during his arraignment at the Federal High Court in Kaduna on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The high-profile proceedings were held under heavy security, with operatives from the DSS and Nigeria Police Force reportedly barring journalists from entering the courtroom. The charges, filed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), involve allegations of…
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EFCC Seals Malami’s Abuja Home Amid Forfeiture Legal Battle
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, moved to take over the Maitama residence of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN. Dressed in their signature jackets and heavily armed, the personnel arrived at the property in approximately five buses. The team, reportedly led by Folarin Dare, barricaded the access road to the residence located at No. 2 Koranakh Close, off Amazon Street, effectively sealing off the…
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‘You cannot intimidate me’ — Sowore, SAN clash in court
A heated confrontation occurred at the Federal High Court in Abuja between human rights activist Omoyele Sowore and a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) over the appropriateness of addressing the media within the courtroom. The incident, captured in a viral video, highlights the ongoing tension between activists and legal traditionalists regarding judicial decorum. The drama began when Sowore attempted to grant an interview to journalists while still inside the courtroom. The senior lawyer, who has…
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“You are an APC spy, green snake in the green grass” – Charly Boy blasts Sowore over Otti comments
Maverick entertainer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has described activist Omoyele Sowore as a spy for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Reacting to Sowore’s claim that Abia State Governor Alex Otti is a failure, Charly Boy accused him of hidden political motives, calling him a “green snake under green grass. Sowore had claimed that “I can confirm to everyone that Alex Otti is a failure, he is only doing half transformation in Abia…
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Trump ‘Tired’ of Iran War as Conflict Ends in Stalemate – Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has suggested that former U.S. President Donald Trump is fatigued by the war with Iran, describing the conflict as a stalemate with no clear winner. In a post on X, Sani said neither Trump and Israel emerged victorious nor Iran defeated, urging the global community to critically examine the outcome. “Trump is tired of the War, Trump and Israel didn’t win the war and Iran didn’t lose the war,”…
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Tinubu appears to be gunning for third term in office, one party state – VDM alleges
Content creator VeryDarkMan has suggested that President Bola Tinubu may be positioning for a third term beyond the 2027 elections. In a video shared on Instagram, he pointed to the APC’s growing dominance across states and the National Assembly as a sign of power consolidation. “With 31 governors… and most lawmakers aligned, it’s almost a guarantee,” he said, alleging that such control could influence election outcomes. He argued that these developments indicate a possible move…
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“Reject Rice Politics, Demand Real Governance” — Akoh Tells Benue South Voters
Idoma elder statesman Dickson Akoh has condemned inducement politics in Benue South, warning that distributing items like rice and salt does not represent true democracy. In a statement ahead of the 2027 elections, Akoh described such gestures as temporary distractions that keep people dependent while masking deeper governance failures. He criticised what he called the “Consultation Paradox,” where politicians engage voters only during elections and disappear afterward, leaving no accountability. Akoh urged voters to prioritise…
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“Sowore is lucky, he would have had a taste of Umu Aba” – Abia Govt Slams Sowore Over ‘Overrated’ Comment on Otti
The Abia State Government has criticised activist Omoyele Sowore for describing Governor Alex Otti as overrated. Sowore had claimed in a viral video that Aba’s development was only a “half-transformation” during his visit for a pro-Nnamdi Kanu protest. Reacting, the Director General of the Abia State Strategic Communications Bureau, Onyebuchi Ememanka, dismissed the remark as unfair, saying Sowore spent less than 24 hours in the city and made a hasty judgment. He insisted that residents…
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ICPC to arraign Nasir El-Rufai at federal high court Kaduna
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, has announced that the former Governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufai , alongside Joel Adoga, will be arraigned at the Federal High Court of Nigeria in the Kaduna Judicial Division on Tuesday, 24th March 2026. This notice was signed by John Okor Odey, Head, Media and Public Communications on Monday. The case, filed under suit number FHC/KD/73/2026, includes charges ranging from conversion of and…
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Police Arrest All Suspects in Igbinedion School Bullying Case, to be charged as juveniles
The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of all suspects linked to the bullying incident at Igbinedion Education Centre, following widespread outrage over a viral video showing a student being brutally assaulted by peers. In a statement, police spokesperson Eno Ikoedem said the suspects were apprehended after thorough investigations and will be charged to the family court in line with juvenile justice and child protection laws. The school had earlier expelled students involved…
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Governor Oborevwori’s aide slumps and dies
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has expressed profound grief following the sudden death of his Senior Special Assistant on Protocol, Sunday Kotor. The long-serving official reportedly collapsed during a private event on Friday evening, March 20, 2026. Despite being rushed to a nearby medical facility, he could not be revived and was tragically confirmed dead shortly after. In a tribute released through his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori lauded the late aide’s unwavering commitment to…
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