Nnamdi Kanu’s Family Rejects Court Judgment
The family of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, has rejected the Federal High Court’s decision sentencing him to life imprisonment. In a statement, the family said the ruling ignored constitutional protections and prior court decisions. They also questioned the use of transition clauses, arguing that previous acquittals should have ended earlier […]
Naira Weakens Amid Dollar Demand Pressure
The naira fell to ₦1,456.72/$ at the official market last week and ₦1,470–₦1,475/$ in the parallel market due to strong dollar demand, despite CBN interventions. External reserves rose slightly to $44.19bn, supporting some stability. Analysts expect cautious trading ahead, with intermittent pressure likely unless inflows improve. READ ANOTHER STORY –https://classic97.net/messi-leads-miami-past-cincinnati/
Messi Shines as Rout Cincinnati
Lionel Messi scored and assisted three goals in Inter Miami’s 4–0 win over FC Cincinnati, sending them to the Eastern Conference championship next Saturday. Tadeo Allende struck twice and Mateo Silvetti added another in a dominant display. Miami will host New York City FC, who beat Philadelphia 1–0. Coach Javier Mascherano praised Messi and the […]
Tinubu Pulls Police From VIPs
President Bola Tinubu has directed that police officers attached to VIPs be withdrawn and reassigned to core policing duties nationwide. He said many communities lack adequate police presence and need strengthened security. VIP protection will now be handled by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. The president also approved the recruitment of 30,000 new […]
Nigeria’s Unfair Justice Exposed, Analyst Says
Lawyer and political analyst Malcolm Emokiniovo Omirhobo says Nnamdi Kanu’s life sentence exposes Nigeria’s deeply uneven justice system—one that swiftly punishes some citizens while protecting others accused of worse offences. He argues that while Kanu has been arrested, detained, tried, and convicted, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi—who openly engages with armed bandits, defends their actions, and speaks […]
Nigeria Moves Up to 38th in FIFA Rankings
Nigeria has moved up three spots to 38th in the latest FIFA men’s world ranking, following a 4–1 win over Gabon and a 1–1 draw with DR Congo, which ended in a penalty loss. Despite missing out on the 2026 World Cup, these results helped push the Super Eagles ahead. With 1,502.46 points, Nigeria sits […]
Senator Confident Kebbi Schoolgirls Will Be Rescued Soon
Senator Garba Maidoki, representing Kebbi South, expressed confidence that the abducted schoolgirls will soon be rescued. Speaking on Channels Television, he confirmed that the girls are still within Kebbi South and assured the public they would return in one to two days. Describing the kidnapping as the most unfortunate week of his life, Maidoki vowed […]
Lassa Fever Death Toll in Nigeria Reaches 177
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reported that the Lassa fever death toll has reached 177 in 2025. The case fatality rate now stands at 18.3%, up from 16.5% in 2024. As of Week 44, Nigeria has recorded 966 confirmed cases across 21 states, with four states (Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba) accounting for 87% […]
Security Tight as Rival PDP Factions Plan Parallel Meetings
Security was reinforced at the PDP national headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday as rival factions prepared to hold separate meetings at the same venue. Armed police and patrol vehicles were stationed outside the secretariat, where factional national secretary Samuel Anyanwu — aligned with Nyesom Wike — arrived early and took control of his office. Anyanwu […]
Mr Jollof Apologizes After In-Flight Clash with VeryDarkMan
Nigerian comedian Mr Jollof has addressed his in-flight confrontation with social media figure VeryDarkMan, saying he acted only in self-defense. In an Instagram video, he apologized to passengers, aviation authorities and United Nigeria Airlines for the disruption, adding that the incident would not happen again. He also expressed regret to his family, calling the clash […]
