Trial Date Fixed for Sowore Over Controversial Tinubu Post
A Federal High Court in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, has fixed 22 January for the start of the trial of Omoyele Sowore, publisher of the online news platform Sahara Reporters, over allegations linked to comments about President Bola Tinubu. Mr Sowore was arraigned on Monday before Justice Mohammed Umar on a two-count amended charge filed by […]
Jubilation As Etsako East Boss, Ekpeson, Pays 13th-Month Salary To Workers
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting There was jubilation in Etsako East local government council as the chairman of the council, Hon. Sunny Ekpetika Ekpeson, pays workers their 13th month salary. The act, described by the workers as first of its kind in the entire 18 local governments that make up Edo State. Ekpeson said the impact of […]
FIFA President Criticises Senegal Protests in AFCON Final
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has criticised what he described as unacceptable behaviour by some Senegalese players, officials and supporters during the Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday. In a statement sent to AFP on Monday, 19 January 2026, Mr Infantino said it was wrong for players to walk off the pitch in protest following […]
Legal Fireworks To Begin Soon As Pedro Obaseki’s Family Heads To Court Over Abduction, Assault
…Secures Services Of Femi Falana, Alerts Global Rights Bodies Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting Dr. Pedro Agbonifo Obaseki, has announced his decision to seek redress through the courts following what he described as his abduction, violent assault and extra-judicial humiliation in Benin City on December 28, 2025. In a press statement signed by Dr. Obaseki made available […]
FG Files Criminal Charges Against Mike Ozekhome For Allegedly Acquiring UK Property With Forged Documents
The Federal government has filed three criminal charges against a prominent lawyer, Chief Mike Ozekhome, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, over alleged forgery and the use of false documents in a long-running UK property dispute. Court documents show that the charges, filed under case number FCT/HC/CR/010/2026, were submitted on Friday, 17 January 2026, at a […]
Christian Media Forum Pays Tribute to Late Imam Abdullahi
The Christian Media Forum (CMF) has mourned the death of Abubakar Abdullahi, the Imam of Nghar village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, Plateau State. In a statement, CMF described the late cleric as a “champion of peace and unity” and a model for interfaith coexistence. The forum said his passing represents a significant loss […]
JUST IN: 81-year-old Museveni Declared Winner For Seventh Term as Uganda’s President Amid Reports of Violence, Intimidation
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has won a seventh term in office, extending his 40-year rule, in an election marred by violence, intimidation, and an internet shutdown. According to the Electoral Commission, Museveni, 81, secured 71.65% of the vote in Thursday’s election. His main challenger, opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, known as Bobi Wine, 43, received 24.72% […]
Breaking: Defection Deadlock as APC Denies Gov Yusuf Automatic Ticket
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, is currently enmeshed in a high-stakes political standoff over his planned defection from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), as talks between both camps hit a major roadblock. Despite weeks of discreet back-channel negotiations, findings by Truth Live News from Politics Digest reveal […]
Senegal Raise Concerns with CAF Ahead of AFCON Final Against Morocco
Senegal have reportedly raised several concerns with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) ahead of Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final against Morocco in Rabat. The Teranga Lions have refused to train at the Mohammed VI Football Complex, citing fears that the host team could monitor and record their sessions, as Morocco’s base is […]
Nigerian Army Repels Terrorist Attacks in Adamawa, Borno
The Nigerian Army says its troops have successfully repelled coordinated attacks by terrorists on military bases in Adamawa and Borno states. According to S.A. Atokolo, acting media officer of Operation Hadin Kai, several attackers were killed during the clashes. Atokolo said terrorists attempted to overrun a patrol base at Sabon Gari in Madagali Local Government […]