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Wife and Daughter of Anglican Priest Released After Months in Kidnappers’ Captivity

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The wife and daughter of the late Anglican priest, Venerable Edwin Achi, have been freed after spending three months in the hands of kidnappers. The family was abducted from their home in Nissi community, Kaduna State, on October 28, 2025, during a violent nighttime raid. The kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of ₦600 million, which they later lowered to ₦200 million, but the family was unable to pay. Venerable Achi was reportedly killed while in captivity. Authorities confirmed that his wife and daughter were released late last night, ending their traumatic ordeal. News of their freedom has been met with relief across Nigeria, though many continue to mourn the priest’s death. Social media users described the situation as “bittersweet,” celebrating the family’s safe return while acknowledging the heavy loss. The incident underscores the growing insecurity in northern Nigeria and the dangers faced by religious leaders in the region.

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Supreme Court Dismisses Aminu Sule Lamido’s Appeal, Confirms $40,000 Forfeiture

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The Supreme Court has upheld the forfeiture of $40,000 belonging to Aminu Sule Lamido, son of former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido, rejecting his appeal against the Federal Government. A five-member panel led by Justice Inyang Okoro ruled that the appeal had no merit, confirming the decisions of the lower courts. In a unanimous judgment delivered by Justice Adamu Jauro and read by Justice Abubakar Sadiq Umar, the apex court described the appeal as “doomed to fail” and formally maintained that the funds be forfeited to the government. The case dates back to December 11, 2012, when Aminu Lamido was arrested at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport while preparing to travel to Cairo, Egypt. Although he declared $10,000 to the Nigeria Customs Service, authorities found him in possession of $50,000 in cash. He was arraigned on February 4, 2013, at the Federal High Court in Kano on a charge of false declaration of foreign currency under the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act. On July 12, 2015, the trial court convicted him and ordered that 25 percent of the undeclared cash be forfeited to the Federal Government. The Court of Appeal in Kaduna upheld the judgment on December 7, 2015. Dissatisfied, Aminu Lamido took the matter to the Supreme Court. At the final hearing, lawyers for both sides adopted their written submissions before the court reserved judgment. On Friday, the Supreme Court dismissed the appeal, ruling that the lower courts had properly evaluated the evidence and applied the law. The forfeiture of the $40,000 to the Federal Government remains in effect.

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Anthony Joshua Resumes Training 19 Days After Tragic Car Crash That Killed Two Friends

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Anthony Joshua has made a return to training just under three weeks after a devastating car accident that claimed the lives of two close associates. The 36-year-old former heavyweight champion was injured in the December 29 crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, which killed his strength and conditioning coach, Sina Ghami, and trainer Latif ‘Latz’ Ayodele. Joshua shared a Snapchat video of himself hitting pads with the caption “mental strength therapy,” marking a step toward regaining normalcy. Additional clips showed him cycling on an exercise bike and swimming, all compiled into a short montage. Other posts included a photo of a cardio machine display, captioned “I am a fighter,” alongside a throwback image from his 2017 fight against Wladimir Klitschko. The boxer, of Nigerian descent, had been on holiday in Nigeria following his victory over Jake Paul in Miami just 10 days before the accident. At the time of the crash, Joshua’s driver, 47-year-old Adeniyi Kayode, did not hold a valid driver’s licence. The incident left Joshua hospitalized and led to criminal charges against Kayode. During a recent court session, Kayode pleaded not guilty to all charges, including dangerous driving, claiming the vehicle’s brakes failed. He was granted bail but taken to Sagamu Correctional Centre for documentation. Kayode’s lawyer, Olalekan Abiodun, said his client had recently renewed his licence and was cleared to drive pending the release of the updated document. He described the crash as an accident and explained that Joshua initially sat in the front seat but swapped places with the driver due to his size, while Latif Ayodele also moved seats before the collision occurred.

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Plateau Imam Who Saved 262 Christians During 2018 Clashes Dies At 90

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Abubakar Abdullahi, the Imam of Nghar village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State who protected hundreds of Christians during violent communal unrest, has passed away. The death of the cleric was confirmed on Friday by his son, Salah Abubakar, who said his father died on Thursday night at the Plateau Specialist Hospital in Jos. According to him, the Imam had been hospitalised for days after battling health challenges related to a heart condition. “He died ten days after he was admitted. He was initially diagnosed with a heart problem. He’d go for check-ups and return. His health hadn’t been stable since the heart disease diagnosis.” The late Imam reportedly died at the age of 90 and is survived by 19 children, comprising 12 boys and seven girls. Imam Abdullahi gained widespread recognition in June 2018 when religious violence engulfed 10 villages in Barkin Ladi. During the attacks, he sheltered 262 Christians inside a mosque and his private residence, keeping them hidden until the crisis subsided and their lives were spared. His actions attracted local and international praise, earning him several honours, including the International Religious Freedom Award from the United States Department of State in 2019.

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Panic as Part of Public School Collapses in Ikorodu, Lagos

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Residents of Odo-Kekere Community in Ikorodu, Lagos State, were thrown into alarm on Thursday evening after part of a building at a local public school suddenly collapsed. The incident occurred after school hours, and many have described the outcome as a narrow escape. According to sources, a section of the school structure gave way with a loud crash, drawing neighbours to the scene. Emergency responders from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) arrived quickly, cordoning off the area to prevent further accidents. Preliminary reports indicate that no students were in the classrooms at the time of the collapse. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident and the extent of the damage, while search and rescue teams continue to ensure no staff or security personnel were trapped under the debris. Mrs. Boluwaji Aderinto, a resident whose home is adjacent to the school, expressed concern over the state of local school buildings. “We heard a loud crack and then dust everywhere. We thank God it didn’t happen in the morning when the children were in their desks. This is a wake-up call for the government,” she said. A high-level delegation from the Lagos State Ministry of Education visited the site to assess the situation. A senior ministry official, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed, “We have officers on site, including the Tutor General/Permanent Secretary, Education District II, already assessing the situation for further action.” The collapse has intensified calls for urgent inspection, renovation, and overhaul of public and private school buildings across Lagos to ensure the safety of students and staff.

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Rivers Assembly Reaffirms Impeachment Bid Against Governor Fubara and Deputy

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The Rivers State House of Assembly on Friday confirmed it would continue with the impeachment process against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. At a live press conference in Port Harcourt, the lawmakers accused Fubara of blackmail and said he had lost the trust necessary to tackle the ongoing crisis in the oil-rich state. They also alleged the governor had violated the 1999 Constitution, leaving the Assembly with no alternative but to use its legislative powers to remove him from office. The Assembly members further claimed that Fubara and his deputy had tried to intimidate parliament. They thanked President Bola Tinubu for intervening in the situation and called on Speaker Martin Amaewhule to reconvene the House. Four lawmakers who had earlier advocated for a political solution recanted their position and pledged support for the impeachment process. The group then moved to the chambers to begin a parliamentary session.

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EU Removes Nigeria From High-Risk Financial List

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Nigeria has been officially removed from the European Union’s list of high-risk jurisdictions, a development expected to ease trade relations, simplify financial transactions and improve investment flows between the country and Europe. According to Business Insider, the European Commission confirmed on Wednesday that Nigeria, along with South Africa, Burkina Faso, Mali, Mozambique and Tanzania, had made significant progress in strengthening their anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) frameworks. The commission said the countries no longer exhibited “strategic deficiencies” under EU assessment criteria. It noted that the reforms implemented had aligned their financial systems with international standards set by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Reacting to the decision, the Minister of State for Finance, Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite, described Nigeria’s delisting as a major confidence booster for investors. In a post on X on Thursday, she wrote, “Big win for Nigeria! Removed from EU’s financial ‘high-risk’ list! Congrats to President @officialABAT on this achievement. As Minister of State for Finance, I’m proud of this boost to trade and investor confidence.” Nigeria’s inclusion on the EU high-risk list previously meant that transactions involving European partners were subjected to enhanced due diligence, tighter documentation requirements and increased regulatory oversight. These measures placed additional pressure on Nigerian banks and businesses, often slowing cross-border trade and complicating investment processes. The country’s removal from the list is expected to reduce these hurdles and strengthen economic engagement with European partners.

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Soludo Urges South-East Youths To Join Armed Forces, End Self-Marginalisation

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Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has called on youths in the South-East to end what he described as deliberate self-marginalisation by enlisting in the Nigerian Armed Forces and taking active roles in national institutions. Soludo made the call in Awka during the wreath-laying ceremony to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. Reflecting on the 56th anniversary of the end of the Nigerian Civil War, the governor described the conflict as avoidable and said the spirit of “no victor, no vanquished” must continue to define Nigeria’s unity. He said the event was organised to honour all Nigerians who lost their lives while serving the country, both during the civil war and in subsequent years. “We are remembering not just members of our armed forces who died during that needless war, but all those who paid the supreme price afterwards,” he said. “This is the time we have set aside as a nation to remember and to say: never again.” Soludo paid tribute to widows, widowers and families of fallen heroes, and commended serving military and security personnel, particularly those deployed in Anambra State, for their dedication to maintaining peace. Addressing the South-East directly, the governor expressed concern over the low number of Anambra indigenes within Nigeria’s security architecture, describing it as self-inflicted exclusion from national decision-making and influence. He urged young people to see military service as a legitimate avenue to contribute to the country and secure their place within it. “We must participate as co-owners of Project Nigeria,” he said, stressing that the civil war ended over five decades ago and that the region must fully reintegrate into all national structures. On the prevailing insecurity in the region, Soludo appealed to those engaged in violent agitation to abandon such actions and embrace peace. “The era of terror is over, and I call on our brothers in the bushes to come out,” he said. “We will help you to become useful citizens of the state. To Ndi Anambra and the rest of the South-East, this is the time to remind ourselves that the war has ended.” The governor commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and security commanders in Anambra State for their efforts, expressing confidence that the long-standing security challenges would soon be decisively addressed.

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