Justice James Omotosho has officially declared Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), an “international terrorist.” The ruling came during the terrorism trial brought against Kanu by the Federal Government of Nigeria.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In delivering the judgment, Justice Omotosho cited Kanu’s alleged intention to target the British High Commission and harm the then British High Commissioner, Catriona Laing, as justification for the designation. The judge had previously found Kanu guilty on counts one through seven, reinforcing the court’s position against him.

The ruling represents a significant milestone in a high-profile case that has captured both national and international attention over several years. The court upheld the prosecution’s evidence that Kanu, through broadcast statements, had threatened violence against the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has expressed deep concern following the tragic death of sixteen prospective corps members in a road accident while en route to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Gombe State. Two other students from the same trip survived but remain in critical condition at a local hospital.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Reacting to the incident, Odumodublvck called for a review of the NYSC deployment policy, urging that youths be posted to states closer to their homes. He described the current system as increasingly risky given the state of the country and appealed for compassion for parents losing their children in such accidents.

The rapper wrote: “@officialnyscng PLEASE IT’S HIGH TIME WE SUSPEND THE POSTING OF OUR YOUTHS TO DIFFERENT STATES OTHER THAN WHERE THEY ARE BASED. IT ALL STARTED OFF AS A BRILLIANT IDEA BUT NOW WITH THE STATE OF OUR COUNTRY IT’S NOT SUSTAINABLE. PLEASE PITY THE PARENTS. KIDS ARE DYING. MOVE WITH THE TIMES ❤️.”

The victims were graduates of Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED) in Ondo State. They were traveling in an 18‑seater bus when the crash occurred. Eyewitnesses described the accident as severe, with emergency responders recovering the bodies and taking the injured to a nearby medical facility.

Authorities, including the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), have launched investigations to determine the cause of the crash. The NYSC has yet to release an official statement regarding the tragedy.

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Omah Lay has cautioned that mere prayers are insufficient to address the country’s growing challenges. In a post shared on his social media account, he emphasized that meaningful change requires citizens to take active roles in confronting societal issues.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

“NO JESUS, NO ALLAH, NO PRAYER IS SAVING US. NOTHING CHANGES UNTIL WE WAKE TF UP ,” Omah Lay wrote, urging Nigerians to engage directly in solutions rather than relying solely on faith.

His comments come amid rising concerns over violent incidents, including the recent church attack in Kwara State and the kidnapping of schoolgirls in Kebbi. Several prominent entertainers, such as Don Jazzy, Davido, Falz, and Mr Macaroni, have called on government authorities to act swiftly to ensure public safety.

Meanwhile, singer Yemi Alade opposed suggestions for foreign intervention, arguing that African nations should take responsibility for addressing their own security challenges.

In related reactions, Nollywood actress Bolaji Ogunmola expressed deep worry over the surge in killings across the country. She revealed that, although she sometimes contemplates leaving Nigeria, she remains rooted in the country due to her family ties. Ogunmola described Nigeria as her home, acknowledging the difficulties while affirming her commitment to her roots.