Author: Naija Daily News

The Federal High Court in Abuja has given the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, one last opportunity to defend himself against the seven-count terrorism charge filed by the Federal Government. Presiding Judge, Justice James Omotosho, on Wednesday, adjourned the case to November 7 for Kanu to open his defence as previously ordered. The judge cautioned that failure to do so on the next adjourned date would result in the court closing his defence. Justice Omotosho said the decision was guided by the principles of justice, which require that every defendant be given sufficient time…

By Deborah Nnamdi Tragedy struck again in Katsina State as armed bandits, on Tuesday night, invaded Doguwar Ɗorawa, a community located barely two kilometres from Guga in Bakori Local Government Area, killing two elderly community leaders and abducting several residents. The latest assault, which residents described as “gruesome and heartbreaking,” adds to the series of violent attacks that have plagued the region — despite the Katsina State Government’s much-publicised peace accord with the criminal gangs operating in the area. Confirming the incident in a telephone interview on Wednesday, a community leader in nearby Guga, Mahadi Danbinta Guga, said the victims…

By Deborah Nnamdi Nollywood actress and filmmaker Regina Daniels has appealed to Nigerians to desist from insulting her mother, Rita Daniels, amid her ongoing marital crisis with her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko. In an emotional video shared on her Instagram page on Wednesday, the actress addressed the controversies surrounding her marriage, stating that her mother had no hand in her decision to marry the politician. “The main essence of this video is to please, stop insulting my mom,” Regina said. “For some reason, I feel like I owe you all this explanation because I don’t know why everyone is in…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Rivers State government has ordered the closure of the popular Obio/Akpor International Market, also known as Amaechi Market, following the gruesome killing of a trader, identified simply as Ejike, during a dispute allegedly sparked by N500. The incident occurred around 11 a.m. on Sunday along SARS Road in the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, when more than 20 men believed to be meat sellers reportedly attacked and stabbed the victim multiple times with daggers. Eyewitnesses said another man who tried to rescue Ejike was also stabbed in the ribs and is currently in critical condition at a…

By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a state of emergency on Nigeria’s security training institutions, citing poor infrastructure, obsolete curricula, and inadequate training standards as major obstacles to building an effective internal security system. The declaration was made during the 152nd meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, where the Council endorsed the President’s proposal for a nationwide overhaul of all security training facilities, including police colleges, civil defence academies, and other paramilitary institutions. To drive the reform, Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has been appointed to lead an ad-hoc…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Department of State Services (DSS) has dismissed 115 of its personnel as part of ongoing internal reforms, warning Nigerians to be cautious of individuals parading themselves as serving officers of the agency. In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, the secret police said the disciplinary action was taken over time in line with efforts to sanitize the Service. “As part of the ongoing reforms in the Department of State Services (DSS), the public is hereby informed that a total of 115 personnel have been dismissed over a period,” the agency stated. The DSS…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Edo State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old woman, Chioma Ezebie Adaniken, and two others for allegedly staging her own kidnapping to extort N5 million from her husband. Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday, saying the suspects were arrested following a thorough intelligence-led investigation by operatives attached to the New Etete Division in Benin City. According to the statement, the incident began on October 27, 2025, when Chioma’s husband, Paul Adaniken, reported that his wife and their 3-year-old son had been kidnapped while he was away…

By Deborah Nnamdi Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that he plans to retire “soon,” marking the approaching end of one of the most illustrious careers in the history of world football. In an emotional interview with Piers Morgan Uncensored, the 40-year-old Al Nassr forward said he is preparing himself mentally and emotionally for life after football, admitting that his final farewell will likely bring tears. “Soon. But I think I will be prepared,” Ronaldo said when asked when he plans to hang up his boots. “It will be tough, of course. Probably I will cry, yes. I’m an…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan has given the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) the go-ahead to hold its planned elective National Convention on November 15 and 16, 2025. In a ruling delivered by Justice A. L. Akintola, the court granted an interim order permitting the PDP to proceed with the convention as scheduled in Ibadan, Oyo State. The court also directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to attend, monitor, and observe the exercise pending the determination of the substantive motion on notice. The order followed an ex parte application filed by Folahan Adelabi against…

By Deborah Nnamdi China has urged the international community to respect Nigeria’s sovereignty following threats of possible U.S. military action against the country. In a statement reaffirming its support for President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Beijing praised Nigeria for charting a development path that aligns with its unique national realities. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning made the remarks during a regular press conference, according to a post by the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday. “As a comprehensive strategic partner of Nigeria, China firmly supports the Nigerian government in leading its people on a development path that…