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Nnamdi Kanu Appeals to Supreme Court Against Order Suspending His Release From Custody

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Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has filed an appeal at the Supreme Court against the recent Court of Appeal’s ruling halting his release from custody.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

He appealed against the 28 October decision of the Court of Appeal in Abuja which stayed the execution of its earlier order acquitting him of all charges and directing his release from custody.

A three-member panel of the Court of Appeal in Abuja, on 28 October, stayed the execution of its earlier judgement freeing Mr Kanu of terrorism and treasonable felony charges.

Mr Kanu has been in the custody of the State Security Service (SSS) since he was arrested in Kenya and brought back to Nigeria in June last year.

The appellate court had on 13 October ordered the IPOB leader’s release, having dismissed the remaining six-count charge levelled against him by the federal government.

The federal government had asked the Court of Appeal to stay the execution of the judgment freeing Mr Kanu, pending the resolution of an appeal it filed at the Supreme Court.

Haruna Tsammani, who led the appellate court panel in a ruling, held that the counter-affidavit filed against the federal government’s application by Mr Kanu’s legal team was “misleading.”

Dissatisfied with the court’s ruling, Mr Kanu’s lead counsel, Mike Ozekhome, filed an appeal predicated on three grounds at the apex court.

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In the appeal dated 3 November, the IPOB leader sought an order of the Supreme Court setting aside the decision of the Court of Appeal made on 28 October.

In addition, Mr Kanu asked the Supreme Court to restore the execution of the appellate court’s verdict of 13 October, freeing the IPOB leader.

In another ground of appeal, Mr Kanu argued that the Court of Appeal erred in law when it heard and determined an application for a stay of execution of its judgment in a criminal suit.

In ground two, the IPOB leader contended that the appellate court erred when it failed to evaluate the evidence led by his legal team.

“The court below failed to properly evaluate and ascribe proper evidential or probative value to the Appellant’s counter-affidavit filed on the 21st day of October 2022, Kanu stated.”

“That by staying execution of a judgment that was essentially declaratory, the lower court which ought to defend the integrity of the judicial process literally overruled itself and vacated its own judgement even before the apex court has heard it” Mr Ozekhome argued.

The Court of Appeal in its decision of 13 October, held that Mr Kanu’s forcible extradition from Kenya to Nigeria in June last year was in violation of both local and international laws.

Consequently, the court dismissed the terrorism charges filed against Mr Kanu before Binta Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja.

Mr Kanu has remained in the custody of the State Security Service (SSS) since his return to Nigeria.

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Saudi Millions Ignored: Trabzonspor Turns Down €11M Offer For Nigerian Talisman.

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Trabzonspor have rebuffed an €11 million approach from a Saudi club for Paul Onuachu, deeming the offer significantly lower than their valuation of the Nigerian star. This marks the second time this year the Turkish side has fended off Saudi interest, following a failed January bid from Al-Ahli. Despite his stellar season—where he secured a share of the Golden Boot with 22 goals and led the club to Turkish Cup success—the striker’s future remains a talking point. While Trabzonspor are holding out for a better fee, head coach Fatih Tekke is reportedly looking for a more mobile forward to suit his preferred high-pressing tactical system, potentially opening the door for a move.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Despite a historic campaign that saw Paul Onuachu claim the Süper Lig Golden Boot and a Turkish Cup winner’s medal, his future at Trabzonspor hangs in the balance. The club has rejected an €11 million bid from Saudi Arabia, insisting the amount does not reflect the value of the 32-year-old. Although Onuachu remains a clinical force in the box, he may not align with manager Fatih Tekke’s vision of a forward who excels in aggressive defensive pressing. With the club president confirming that multiple players are attracting interest, it remains to be seen if a suitor will meet Trabzonspor’s asking price before the window shuts.

Option 3: Short & Direct (Best for social media/briefs) Trabzonspor continue to play hardball with Saudi suitors, rejecting a new €11 million bid for Paul Onuachu. The Turkish club considers the offer far too low for their prolific Nigerian striker, who finished last season as the league’s joint-top scorer with 22 goals. While Onuachu’s goal-scoring form is undeniable, reports suggest head coach Fatih Tekke may be looking for a different tactical profile up front, casting a shadow over the striker’s long-term future at the club.

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No Place To Hide: Police Unleash Massive Crackdown On Tinted Vehicles Nationwide!.

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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has launched a rigorous enforcement campaign across Abuja to curb criminal activity, specifically targeting “one-chance” gangs. FCT Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, announced that the initiative responds to intelligence reports showing that criminals frequently use vehicles with tinted windows, obscured or missing license plates, and improper registration to evade detection. Following directives from Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu, the command is cracking down on these violations, though Commissioner Sanusi clarified that the operation does not apply to motorists with legally authorized tinted glass permits. To date, over 30 vehicles have been impounded, and their owners will face prosecution under federal law and the FCT Road Transport Regulations 2023. The command intends to maintain this operation to bolster public safety throughout the capital.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

To combat rising crime in Abuja, the FCT Police Command is actively enforcing a ban on unauthorized tinted windows and concealed vehicle registrations. Commissioner Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi emphasized that these measures are essential to hindering criminals who rely on anonymity to carry out unlawful activities. While legitimate permit holders are exempt, the police have already seized more than 30 non-compliant vehicles. According to the Commissioner, all offenders will be prosecuted in accordance with the FCT Road Transport Regulations 2023, as the police continue their efforts to secure the nation’s capital.

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Purified Deception: NDLEA Uncovers Massive Drug Haul Concealed In Water Purifiers!.

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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has executed a series of successful operations across Nigeria to disrupt drug supply chains and combat trafficking.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Lagos Drug Interception

  • NDLEA operatives intercepted a shipment of high-potency illicit drugs, including three kilograms of ketamine and 199 grams of MDMA, concealed within water purifier machines imported from the Netherlands.

  • The discovery took place at a Lagos courier facility on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, after traffickers attempted to bypass security screenings.

Kaduna and Niger State Operations

  • In Kaduna, officers arrested a couple, Musa and Mercy Sunday, and 38-year-old Salomi Ezekiel on May 24, 2026, following the recovery of 1,246 kilograms of skunk from their home in Gonin Gora.

  • Separately in Kaduna, 30-year-old Sunusi Musa was intercepted on the Abuja-Kaduna highway with 380 rounds of military-grade ammunition intended for transport to Katsina State.

  • In Niger State, a raid on a warehouse in the Bosso Local Government Area on May 27, 2026, led to the recovery of 457 kilograms of skunk, resulting in the arrest of 46-year-old Godwin Zakka.

Enugu Seizure

  • On May 28, 2026, NDLEA officers patrolling the Onitsha-Enugu Expressway searched a commercial vehicle heading to Taraba State.

  • The search resulted in the seizure of 22,000 tramadol pills, 100 ampoules of pentazocine, and 200 grams of bromazepam, leading to the arrest of suspect James Maigari Wisdom.

Public Awareness and Leadership Commendation

  • Beyond enforcement, the agency has actively continued its “War Against Drug Abuse” (WADA) campaign through sensitization programs in schools, workplaces, and places of worship across the nation.

  • NDLEA Chairman, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), praised the command personnel for their diligence in balancing enforcement with public education.

  • Marwa urged officers nationwide to maintain their commitment to the ongoing fight against illicit substances.

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