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Nnamdi Kanu Skips Defence In Terrorism Trial, Case Adjourned To November

Nnamdi Kanu Says He Cannot Be Convicted Without Written Law Ahead Of November 20 Judgment

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The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has declared that he cannot be convicted without a written law, expressing his anger during his trial at the Abuja Federal High Court on Friday. A visibly agitated Kanu insisted that no one has the authority to convict him as he faces terrorism-related charges before Justice James Omotosho. He argued that the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, under which he is being prosecuted, has been repealed, rendering the charges against him invalid. Kanu’s outburst came after he refused to open his defense, even though the prosecution had concluded its case. In response to his refusal, Justice Omotosho scheduled November 20 for the delivery of judgment in a trial that has dragged on for 10 years. In open court, Kanu declared: “You can’t convict me without a written law. Are you insane? It’s not possible. Nobody can. I’m Nnamdi Kanu—who is going to try it?”

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NNL Opener: All Roads Lead to Lafia for Basira, Jets Clash

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FC Basira of Lafia will today in Lafia take to the pitch against Mighty Jets FC Jos in the first match of the Nigeria National League 2025/26 Season — a fixture packed with intrigue and promise. The two teams are set to launch the NNL season with this fixture after venue change: originally the opener was to be another match, but due to stadium suitability issues the Basira Vs Jets game was selected. The ‘Most Important League’ begins fully on 16th Nov, but this opener has extra spotlight, as both clubs possess character and charisma. Local supporter- interest and atmosphere are expected to be high. For FC Basira, playing at home will give them the advantage. Crowd support may be strong and could help them come out with energy early, and no doubt, they will want to start the campaign confidently—getting off the mark with a win will boost morale and set the tone for their season. For Mighty Jets, the away trip means they will need to show discipline and composure, especially in front of a partisan crowd. As visitors, hitting on counter attacks or set-pieces may be a good strategy if FC Basira start brightly. Starting the season with a result (win or draw) will be important to build momentum. A tight game is foreseen. The NNL has announced that the winner of the opening match will claim a bonus of ₦56,000.

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2026 FIFA World Cup Playoffs: Chelle Picks Ekong, Osimhen, Moses, 21 Others for Big Battles

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Captain William Ekong, ace forward Victor Osimhen, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, and defenders Bright Osayi-Samuel and Calvin Bassey have been included in Nigeria’s 24-man list for next week’s 2026 FIFA World Cup African Play-off Tournament in Rabat, Morocco. Super Eagles’ Head Coach Eric Chelle has also included 89-cap midfielder Alex Iwobi, exciting young defender Benjamin Fredericks, midfielders Frank Onyeka and Wilfred Ndidi, and forwards Samuel Chukwueze and Ademola Lookman. Nigeria will take on Gabon in the first semi-final scheduled for the 22,000 – capacity Complexe Sportif Prince Heritier Moulay Al Hassan in Rabat, with Cameroon confronting the Democratic Republic of Congo in the other semi-final at the 18,000 – capacity El-Barid Stadium, also in Rabat. Chelle has also recalled goalkeeper Maduka Okoye and Spain-based forward Chidera Ejuke, with midfielder Raphael Onyedika and forwards Tolu Arokodare, Jerome Akor Adams and Olusegun Olakunle also on the roster. Defender Oluwasemilogo Ajayi, suspended for one game after accumulating two yellow cards in the 10-match qualifying campaign, will miss the clash with the Panthers on Thursday. The players are scheduled to fly into Morocco from their different bases in Europe and elsewhere, to converge in Rabat on Monday, 10th November. 24 SUPER EAGLES FOR 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP AFRICA PLAY-OFF TOURNAMENT Goalkeepers: Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa); Amas Obasogie (Singida Blackstars, Tanzania); Maduka Okoya (Udinese FC, Italy) Defenders: William Ekong (Al-Kholood, Saudi Arabia); Calvin Bassey (Fulham FC, England); Oluwasemilogo Ajayi (Hull City, England); Bright Osayi-Samuel (Birmingham City, England); Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiakos, Greece); Chidozie Awaziem (Nantes FC, France); Zaidu Sanusi (FC Porto, Portugal); Benjamin Fredericks (Dender FC, Belgium) Midfielders: Alex Iwobi (Fulham FC, England); Frank Onyeka (Brentford FC, England); Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi (New England Revolution, USA); Wilfred Ndidi (Besiktas FC, Turkey); Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium) Forwards: Ademola Lookman (Atalanta BC, Italy); Samuel Chukwueze (Fulham FC, England); Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray FC, Turkey); Simon Moses (Paris FC, France); Chidera Ejuke (Sevilla FC, Spain); Tolu Arokodare (Wolverhampton Wanderers, England); Akor Adams (Sevilla FC, Spain); Olakunle Olusegun (Pari Nizhny Novgorod, Russia)

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Okonjo-Iweala Denies Fake Post Criticizing Tinubu As Trump Threatens Military Action In Nigeria

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World Trade Organization Director-General Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has disavowed a viral social media post falsely attributed to her that criticized President Bola Tinubu’s handling of insecurity in Nigeria. The post, widely shared under the headline “Trump didn’t ‘hit’ us – our leaders did,” falsely claimed that Okonjo-Iweala accused Nigerian leaders of prioritizing speeches over action in addressing banditry and insurgency. It also allegedly urged Tinubu to “stop the damage control speeches” and “secure the people.” Responding via her verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday, Okonjo-Iweala labeled the message as fake and malicious, warning the public not to believe or share it. She said legal action is being pursued against those behind the impersonation. “Beware, this story going around on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook is false! We are taking action! The person who did this could not even spell my name,” she wrote, adding: “Whichever coward did this should write the message in their own name and not hide behind mine or anyone else’s! Scammers and 419ers, stop!” Her clarification comes amid renewed controversy following U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent claims that Christians in Nigeria are under attack. Trump warned on his Truth Social platform that the United States could intervene militarily, “guns blazing,” if the alleged violence continued. President Tinubu and the Nigerian government quickly rejected the claims of religious persecution. Tinubu stressed that the Nigerian Constitution guarantees freedom of religion and that his administration actively works with leaders of all faiths to maintain peace and security. He also dismissed foreign portrayals of Nigeria as intolerant, emphasizing the country’s diversity and unity. Despite these reassurances, Trump reiterated his willingness to take direct action if the alleged persecution persisted. He also called on U.S. lawmakers, including Congressman Riley Moore and House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole, to investigate the situation and report back.

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Pastor Adeboye Tells Tinubu To Pressure Trump, Warns Security Chiefs: “Fix Terrorists Or Resign”

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The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has weighed in on U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent threats of military action in Nigeria. In a video recorded during a recent church program, Adeboye appealed to President Bola Tinubu’s administration to approach the matter with speed, diplomacy, and careful judgment. “My children, if I were asked to make suggestions, I will say quietly to our government, move fast, move diplomatically, move wisely. Find a way to convince the president of America to please delay his actions for about 100 days,” Adeboye said. He also urged that Nigeria’s security agencies be held accountable, advising: “Then come home and say to our security chiefs: get rid of these terrorists within 90 days, or resign.” The call comes after Trump designated Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” and threatened military intervention, citing what he described as ongoing attacks on Christians and the government’s failure to protect religious minorities. The Nigerian government, however, has strongly denied any persecution of religious groups, emphasizing that the country faces security challenges but no targeted religious violence.

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Russia Tells U.S. To Back Off Nigeria Amid Reports Of Planned Military Strikes

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Russia has cautioned the United States to stay clear of Nigeria following reports that Washington is preparing for possible military intervention in the West African nation. During a press briefing in Moscow on Friday, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said Moscow is “closely monitoring developments” and called on “all parties involved to strictly comply with international legal norms.” Reports earlier in the week indicated that U.S. defense officials had drawn up plans for air and ground strikes in Nigeria under President Donald Trump’s directive. The reported plan, according to American officials, is aimed at protecting Christians allegedly under attack by Islamic militants. President Trump recently redesignated Nigeria as a “country of particular concern,” alleging that Christians in the country are victims of persecution. He warned that the U.S. would enter Nigeria “guns-a-blazing” if the government “continued to ignore the attacks.” However, President Bola Tinubu and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have rejected the genocide claims, insisting that Nigeria’s conflict is driven by terrorism and banditry rather than religion. The presidency stated that while it welcomes international support to combat insecurity, it would not tolerate actions that threaten Nigeria’s sovereignty. Reaffirming Russia’s position, Zakharova said her government is watching the issue closely and expects “all nations to respect international law.” In a related interview with Russian national television, Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Policy Communication, said Nigeria “does not need American boots on its soil.” He acknowledged that the country faces security challenges but emphasized that the government has made “massive progress” in addressing them.

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Davido Celebrates Wildly After Grammy Nomination For His Song With Omah Lay

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Nigerian music icon Davido is in a joyous mood after his chart-topping collaboration with Omah Lay, With You, secured a nomination for Best African Music Performance at the 2026 Grammy Awards. In a video making the rounds online, Davido was seen in high spirits, dancing energetically and laughing as his friends and associates hailed him. The singer moved around joyfully, vibing to With You — the very track that earned him the prestigious nomination. With You has been one of the standout Afrobeats releases of the year, praised for its captivating blend of rhythm, melody, and emotional delivery. The track’s Grammy recognition adds another milestone to Davido’s ever-growing list of global achievements. The 68th Grammy Awards will take place on February 1, 2026, in Los Angeles, where Davido will compete against other leading African artists such as Burna Boy and Ayra Starr for the award. For Davido, this moment represents not just personal success but a celebration of African music’s global influence — and his joyous dance perfectly captures the pride and excitement of the achievement. Nigerian music icon Davido celebrates with fellow artist Omah Lay following their Grammy nominations, marking a proud moment for Afrobeats and showcasing the genre’s continued rise on the global music scene. pic.twitter.com/IXDq5hgyNQ — Gist GH 🇬🇭 (@gist_gha) November 7, 2025

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Ned Nwoko Agrees Not to Arrest Regina Daniels’ Mother, Says VeryDarkMan

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Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has confirmed that Senator Ned Nwoko will no longer proceed with plans to arrest Regina Daniels’ mother. In a video, VeryDarkMan explained that he personally contacted Nwoko to address the matter. “I called Sen Ned, and I didn’t even know he would pick up, but he answered. I introduced myself as VeryDarkMan, and he said he recognized me,” he said. He added that the senator had raised concerns about statements made online by Regina Daniels’ mother, who allegedly claimed that Nwoko’s son died in the UK due to drug abuse. “He told me that her mother posted that his son died of drug abuse, while in fact, he passed away from cardiac arrest, as confirmed by an autopsy. He wanted her to clarify her statement,” VeryDarkMan said. After appealing to Nwoko, VeryDarkMan said the senator agreed not to arrest Regina Daniels’ mother. “I pleaded with him, and he assured me that her mother would not be arrested again,” he added. This development follows the arrest and remand of Regina Daniels’ brother, Samuel Ojeogwu, popularly known as Sammy West, which had raised concerns about potential further arrests within the family. VeryDarkMan’s intervention reportedly helped prevent additional legal action, offering relief to the Daniels family amid ongoing tensions with Nwoko.   View this post on Instagram  

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