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Nnamdi Kanu Sets To Open Defence, Summons Wike, Buratai, Uzodinma As Witnesses.
The detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has officially notified the Federal High Court of his readiness to open his defence in the ongoing treasonable felony case against him.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to Nivo News, Kanu, through a fresh motion filed before the court, confirmed that he is prepared to commence his defence as earlier directed by the presiding judge. This development comes shortly after activist Omoyele Sowore led a protest in Abuja calling for Kanu’s release.
In the motion dated October 21, 2025, Kanu referenced the court’s order issued on October 16, which mandated him to begin his defence on October 24. The IPOB leader, who had earlier challenged the court’s jurisdiction, submitted the new application after a panel of medical experts declared him fit to stand trial.
“Pursuant to the order of this honourable court made on the 16th day of October 2025, directing the defendant to commence his defence on the 24th day of October 2025, I am ready to do so,” Kanu stated in the motion personally signed by him.
In his filing, Kanu disclosed plans to call 23 witnesses divided into two categories — ordinary but material witnesses, and vital, compellable witnesses. Among the high-profile figures listed as compellable are former Minister of Defence Gen. Theophilus Danjuma (retd), former Chief of Army Staff Gen. Tukur Buratai (retd), Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike, Minister of Works Dave Umahi, and former Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu.
Others include the immediate past Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami (SAN), former Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency Ahmed Rufai Abubakar, and the current Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Yusuf Magaji Bichi.
Kanu also urged the court to grant him 90 days to conclude his defence, citing the number of witnesses and the complexity of evidence to be presented. He expressed his intention to personally testify, pledging to deny all allegations and provide clarity on the political context of his statements and actions.
“I shall testify on my own behalf, providing a sworn account of the facts, denying the allegations, and explaining the political context of my statements and actions,” he stated.
Kanu further assured that his witnesses would submit sworn statements and that his legal team would ensure the trial proceeds without unnecessary delay, emphasizing that “justice must not only be done but be seen to have been done.”
Meanwhile, the same day Kanu filed his motion, a Magistrate Court in Abuja ordered the remand of 13 persons, including his special counsel, Aloy Ejimakor, who were arrested during a protest demanding his release. The group, which also included Kanu’s brother, Emmanuel Kanu, was arraigned for criminal conspiracy, disobedience to lawful order, inciting disturbance, and public nuisance, contrary to the Penal Code.
The defendants were ordered to be remanded at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending their arraignment on October 24.
Observers note that the latest developments mark a critical turn in Kanu’s prolonged legal battle, which continues to draw national and international attention amid ongoing debates over human rights and judicial fairness in Nigeria.
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Boots On The Ground! Nigeria Unleashes 86 Combat-Ready Troops To Guinea-Bissau In High-Stakes ECOWAS Mission!
The Nigerian Army has deployed 86 personnel to the ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau as part of Nigeria’s continued contribution to regional peace and security operations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
reports that the troops, designated Nigerian Company 5 under the mission, departed the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, aboard a Nigerian Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft.
The Army, in a statement posted on its official social media platforms on Saturday, said the personnel arrived safely in Guinea-Bissau and had commenced their assignment under the mandate of the Economic Community of West African States.
Before their departure from the Nigerian Army Peacekeeping Forward Operating Base in Abuja, the Chief of Operations, Maj. Gen. Mayirenso Saraso, urged the troops to maintain professionalism, discipline and operational excellence throughout the mission.
Saraso, represented by the Director of Peace Support Operations, Brig. Gen. M.M. Idris, charged them to serve as worthy representatives of the Nigerian Army, the Armed Forces of Nigeria and the country.
He also directed the personnel to respect the laws and customs of Guinea-Bissau while carrying out their duties.
The troops were warned against sexual exploitation and abuse, substance abuse, indiscipline and irresponsible use of social media.
The Army said the deployment reflected Nigeria’s continued commitment to regional stability and its leadership role in ECOWAS peace support operations.
It added that Nigeria remained one of Africa’s major contributors to regional and international peacekeeping missions, drawing on decades of experience under ECOWAS, the African Union and the United Nations.
According to the statement, the latest deployment also highlighted Nigeria’s strategic role in conflict prevention, peacebuilding and post-conflict stabilisation across the continent.
The ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau was established to support security sector reforms and preserve political stability following years of political crises and military interventions.
The mission succeeded the ECOWAS Mission in Guinea-Bissau, which was deployed after the country’s 2012 coup.
It forms part of efforts by the regional bloc to protect constitutional order and prevent instability in Guinea-Bissau from developing into a wider security threat.
Nigeria has previously contributed troops, logistics and military leadership to peace missions in Liberia, Sierra Leone, The Gambia and Guinea-Bissau.
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2027 SHOCKWAVE: Sule Lamido Drops Bombshell On Nigeria’s Next President—Must Be Young And Energetic!.
During a visit to Sintilmawa village in Ringim Local Government Area, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Jigawa State, Mustapha Sule Lamido, called on young voters to leverage their population majority to unseat the older political generation in the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking during a visit to Sintilmawa village in the Ringim Local Government Area—where he was represented by Comrade Aminu Abdullahi Ringim—Lamido emphasized that both Jigawa State and Nigeria require dynamic, youthful leadership attuned to contemporary needs. He argued that traditional leadership models have fallen short of fulfilling the expectations of the younger generation.
Highlighting that young citizens make up a substantial majority of the electorate, Lamido encouraged active participation in the democratic process to shape the nation’s future.
Echoing these sentiments, Comrade Aminu stressed that the trajectory of the state and the country rests heavily on youth involvement, urging young voters to move past passive participation and actively steer the choice of future representatives.
The Jigawa State Police Command has called on locals to remain calm upon hearing gunfire, as a routine shooting range exercise is underway for personnel in the Birnin Kudu Local Government Area.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In an official statement released to DAILY POST, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, explained that the training is designed to boost the combat readiness, operational effectiveness, and overall professionalism of officers. The exercise, scheduled for Sunday, August 2, 2026, is being conducted at the CP AT Abdullahi Shooting Range located in Tsohon Gari as part of ongoing firearms proficiency programs.
Authorities have reassured residents of Tsohon Gari and neighboring communities that the training is strictly supervised and will take place in a secure, controlled environment. However, the public has been advised to steer clear of the immediate vicinity of the range to maintain safety and allow the exercise to proceed smoothly.
Concluding the statement, the command thanked the residents of Jigawa State for their ongoing cooperation and support, reiterating its dedication to public safety and professional excellence.
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