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Falana Reveals Shocking Tale Of IBB’s Malicious Arrest, Vows Legal Battle For Justice

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Falana Reveals Shocking Tale Of IBB’s Malicious Arrest, Vows Legal Battle For JusticeFemi Falana (SAN), a renowned Nigerian human rights lawyer, has announced his intention to pursue legal action against former Military President Ibrahim Babangida (IBB) over what he describes as malicious detention and prosecution during IBB’s regime.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Falana’s decision follows recent remarks made by Babangida in his new book, where the former military leader addressed the controversial annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election—widely regarded as Nigeria’s most credible election.

In an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Falana recalled how he and other prominent pro-democracy campaigners, including the late Chief Gani Fawehinmi and Dr. Beko Ransome-Kuti, were arrested and charged with sedition for opposing the annulment. He described how they were detained, despite the overwhelming evidence that the election was free and fair.

“We were jailed for publishing the election results,” Falana explained, recounting how IBB defended the annulment, citing alleged electoral malpractices, even though the election had been conducted with integrity.

Falana noted that on June 26, 1993, IBB signed the decree that nullified the election and dissolved the Presidential Election Tribunal, led by Justice Bola Babalakin, which had ruled in favor of the election’s legitimacy. “Now, he wants to give the impression that some forces, without his knowledge, annulled the election. But Babangida himself exercised that power against the interest of Nigerians,” Falana stated.

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Following the annulment, the Campaign for Democracy led nationwide protests, prompting IBB to order the arrest of key activists, including Falana, Fawehinmi, and Ransome-Kuti. The group was paraded in front of a Chief Magistrate Court in Wuse, Abuja, on charges of sedition for simply publishing the election results.

Denied bail, the activists were sent to Kuje Prison under Decree No. 2, a notorious military law used to suppress dissent. Falana remarked, “The junta foolishly thought jailing us would stop the protests, but they miscalculated.”

32 years after the annulment, Falana emphasized that Babangida now expresses regret over his actions, stating, “He deliberately arrested, detained, and paraded me as a criminal, only to say now, ‘We regret what we did.’ That means he knew all along that our prosecution was unjust.”

In light of IBB’s admission that MKO Abiola won the election, Falana asserts that his detention and prosecution were unlawful and violated his fundamental human rights. “I have assembled a team of lawyers, and we are taking legal action,” he confirmed, adding that Babangida’s admission of guilt proves the prosecution was malicious and an abuse of power.

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When asked about the official recognition of MKO Abiola as a former president, Falana dismissed the idea, saying that Abiola has been recognized as the elected president by the Nigerian people since 1993.

He also criticized IBB’s plan to establish a Presidential Library, arguing that only elected leaders should have the right to do so. “No former military head of state has ever set up a presidential library. What do you want to read there? A president is elected by the people—a military dictator is not,” Falana said.

With IBB now admitting fault, Falana remains resolute in seeking justice for his wrongful prosecution, vowing to pursue legal action, no matter how long it takes.

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Plateau Killings: Mutfwang Meets Former Governors, Stakeholders Over Insecurity.

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Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has convened a high-level security meeting with former governors and key stakeholders in a renewed effort to address the ongoing wave of violence in the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

News reports that the meeting comes amid fresh attacks in parts of Plateau State that have left several people dead and properties destroyed, worsening security concerns in the North-Central region.

The gathering follows recent violence in Anguwan Rukuba and nearby communities, where dozens of residents were reportedly killed, adding to years of recurring insecurity that has claimed many lives, including women and children.

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The closed-door meeting, held at the Government House in Little Rayfield, Jos, brought together former governors Simon Lalong, Jonah Jang, and Joshua Dariye, as well as former military administrator Rear Admiral Samuel Atukum (retd.) and other key stakeholders.

In a statement shared on his verified Facebook page, Mutfwang said discussions focused on security, welfare, and the overall development of Plateau people, with special attention on the recent attacks in rural communities.

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According to sources, participants reviewed the security situation and expressed deep concern over continued loss of lives and destruction of property.

The stakeholders reportedly agreed on a united approach to restoring peace, strengthening unity, and promoting peaceful coexistence among communities.

They also resolved to develop stronger frameworks to address the root causes of the violence, anchored on values of discipline, courage, and patriotism.

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Brig-Gen Braimah’s Last Conversation With His Twin Brother Before Attack Emerge.

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The late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah was reportedly on a phone call with his twin brother moments before he was killed during a terrorist attack on the 29 Task Force Brigade Headquarters in Benisheikh, Borno State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

News reports that the incident, which occurred on April 9, 2026, claimed the lives of the senior officer and several other soldiers.

A family source told Vanguard that the General was speaking with his identical twin brother, who resides in the United Kingdom, at the time of the attack.

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According to the source, the twins maintained a daily routine of speaking around midnight, but the conversation took a sudden turn that night when unusual activity was noticed at the General’s end.

He said the line went dead abruptly after the General paused during the call, apparently due to the unfolding situation at the base.

The twin brother reportedly made repeated attempts to reconnect, sending messages and calling continuously, but received no response throughout the night.

“He kept trying until about 4 am, but there was no answer,” the source said.

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The family later confirmed the tragedy after a senior military officer contacted them around 6:30 am, informing them that the base had come under attack and that the Brigade Commander was among those killed.

The relative described the incident as devastating, noting that communication had broken down during the assault.

The late General was later buried alongside other fallen soldiers in Maiduguri, Borno State.

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Apostle Chibuzor Suspends Wedding Of Autistic Daughter Amid Public Backlash.

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The founder of Omega Power Ministries, Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere, has suspended the planned marriage of his 21-year-old adopted daughter, Chiemeka Chibuzor, who is autistic, following an overwhelming number of applications from interested suitors.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

News reports that the cleric announced the decision on Thursday via his social media page, stating that over 1,000 men had expressed interest in marrying her, prompting him to halt the process indefinitely.

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He wrote, “Chiemeka Chibuzor’s wedding is hereby suspended. More than a thousand applications. No more wedding pending further directive from me.”

The cleric had earlier this week publicly invited proposals for her marriage, setting conditions that included the suitor being young and in good physical and mental health, alongside promised financial support and housing benefits.

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He also said the couple would enjoy lifelong support, including shared property ownership and periodic welfare checks from church members.

The development follows a similar arrangement recently conducted by the church involving a non-verbal autistic man who was married in a ceremony organised by the ministry.

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