…7 years imprisonment in Kano for advertising cannabis on social media The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Kano State Command, has secured the conviction of a 28-year-old man who was found guilty of advertising cannabis for sale on social media. The Media and Advocacy Officer of the command, Sadiq Muhammad…

…coming days. Drawn in Group C, the Super Falcons will open their title defence against Malawi on July 28 before facing Zambia on August 1 and Egypt on August 5 as they bid for another successful campaign on the continent.

…of the voiceless,” he emphasised. He also praised her commitment to mentoring younger lawyers, saying her emergence as NBA President would inspire the next generation of legal practitioners, particularly women. “I believe that Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, will be an exceptional and transformational leader. The Bar…

…Prof. Nneoyi Egbe, has rejected alleged attempt to Islamise Nigeria and integrate sharia laws and financial systems into the country’s economy. He stated this at the end of the three-day third session of the 12th Synod of the diocese at the Holy Trinity Anglican Communion in Calabar, Cross River State. Egbe said the pr…

…elections.” On her part, Coker-Odusote said the newly enacted NIMC Act, signed into law by President Bola Tinubu on June 26, 2026, represented a landmark reform of the country’s identity management system. Explaining the significance of the new legislation, Coker-Odusote said, “The newly enacted NIMC Act, signed into l…

…his voluntary withdrawal from the party and terminated his membership. The former lawmaker said his decision was prompted by what he described as the “unjustified and deceitful conduct” of the reconciliation committee, which he alleged was set up to sideline certain aspirants. According to him, the committee’s actions…

…established that the properties were reasonably suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activities and were not acquired from lawful sources of income. The properties finally forfeited to the Federal Government are: a luxury duplex at Amazon Street, Plot No. 3011 within Cadastral Zone A06, Maitama District, Abuja (File No…

…as Adegboye Seyi Sunday 'M' (37 years) and Adegboye Elijah Adefemi 'M' (25 years), unlawfully gained access to the complainant's residence, abducted the five-year-old victim and subsequently demanded a ransom of Ten Million Naira (N10,000,000.00) for her release. "Acting on credible intelligence generated during the co…

…after meeting with Tinubu at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja. The former lawmaker had visited the Villa on Tuesday and returned on Wednesday to conclude discussions with the President. He said, “The President has generously agreed to attend the UNGA meeting of the United Nations. “It is significant because Mr Pr…

…with the provisions of the Electoral Act and the party's guidelines. They argued that no lawful primary election took place and urged the court to declare the purported exercises null and void. They further prayed the court to invalidate the outcomes of the alleged primaries and grant all consequential reliefs deemed a…

…with members of the Lagos State Council, urging them to remain calm, united, and law‑abiding as security agencies intensify efforts to track down the perpetrators. He assured members that the national leadership of the union would fully cooperate with law enforcement authorities to ensure justice is served.Meanwhile, L…

…to keep our country safe. They deserve our appreciation and support,” he added. The lawmaker urged political leaders and public commentators to adopt a united approach in addressing insecurity. “I appeal to politicians and public commentators to avoid playing politics with issues of security. What Nigerians expect from…

…and Financial Crimes Commission had established the reasonable suspicion required by law to justify the forfeiture of the assets. The judge ruled that Malami, his family members and companies linked to the properties failed to dislodge the commission’s allegation that the assets were acquired with proceeds of unlawful…

…failed to rebut the reasonable suspicion that the properties were acquired through unlawful activities. The court dismissed contentions that some of the affected properties belonged to the larger Malami family in Kebbi State. According to the court, the legal issue was not "who owns the property, but how legitimate wer…

…background. He said each groom would receive N250,000 as dowry in line with Islamic law, while all intending couples would undergo compulsory medical screening to determine their health status and compatibility. He added that local government committees have also been directed to verify that each groom has a reliable s…

…A third car has been seized by the authorities. Luisana, 16, had trained at the Eldorado Lawn Tennis Club since she was a little girl. The club called her their "adopted daughter" and praised her huge talent. The Argentine Tennis Association posted an emotional tribute: "The Argentine tennis family is in mourning. With…

The Commissioner of Police in Delta State, Yemi Oyeniyi, has warned against unlawful detention, torture, dehumanising treatment and the use of their organisations to settle personal disputes. Oyeniyi gave the warning on Wednesday during a strategic security meeting with Divisional Police Officers, patrol and guard offi…

…Ogun and Sango as they would violate with impunity the letters and spirit of the Western laws!"Why Western law is not enoughFalola maintained that Nigeria's governance failures stem not from a lack of institutional frameworks but from an absence of moral and cultural grounding in leadership. He noted that successive ro…

Elon Musk could face charges for breaking US Election law Elon Musk could face criminal charges for violating Wisconsin election law when he gave some voters $1 million checks during the state's high-stakes Supreme Court election last year. The Wisconsin Elections Commission, a bipartisan panel consisting of three Demo…

…officials. "We learned a short time ago that Mr Adeyemi has been arrested by Nigerian law enforcement just as we were preparing for him to speak with senior members of President DonaldTrump's Administration," the statement read. The statement added that Adeyemi was expected to provide documentary evidence and a sworn s…

…soon as possible. Hon Hon Dennis Rowland Chinwendu, the bill cannot just be passed into law, we need implementation sir. Our girls are being r@ped and def!led on daily basis and we have nowhere to keep them. Those girls are passing through trauma. by Linda Ikeji at 15/07/2026 9:10 AM | Share this Story

…a proposal that senators’ attendance be taken at the end of each sitting to recognise lawmakers who remain in the chamber until adjournment. According to him, dedication to legislative work attracts rewards not only from the Senate leadership but also from God. He said, “Let me even say one thing, apart from being comp…

…of haulage operators will be sanctioned in accordance with the provisions of the law,” she warned. The KW-IRS boss urged transporters and taxpayers to comply with the new system and advised those seeking clarification to visit any KW-IRS office or contact the agency’s authorised consultants. The digital haulage fee pla…

Blame LAWMA for his action. They haven't picked trash in one month - Netizens react to video of 56-year-old school guard dumping thrash in drainage Some Nigerians on social media have blamed the Lagos Waste Management Authority LAWMA for the actions of the 56-year-old school guard who was caught on tape dumping refuse…

…and governance, he said Nigeria and France remained committed to democracy, the rule of law, freedom of expression, and equal opportunities for women and men. He added that the French Embassy continued to support women, young people, and persons with disabilities to promote their economic and social empowerment. Fonbau…