IPOB: Tinubu Under Intense Pressure to Let Nnamdi Kanu Go
South-East governors and members of the National Assembly (NASS) plan to meet with President Bola Tinubu to discuss releasing Nnamdi Kanu, the detained IPOB leader. The move has received mixed reactions: Igbo groups and leaders support it as a step toward a political solution, while the Northern Elders Forum opposes it, fearing it undermines the justice system. The South-East governors and lawmakers believe Kanu's release would help restore peace in the region. Kanu has been detained since June 2021 and denied bail in March 2024. The initiative aims to address the region's insecurity and economic issues.
Akpata Agrees Hammers Deal
Tyron Akpata, a British-Nigerian midfielder, has extended his contract with West Ham United. He joined the club's youth setup at U15 level and was part of the U18 team that achieved notable success in 2022/23. Akpata expressed his excitement about becoming a professional footballer with the club, highlighting his loyalty and gratitude towards his coaches for his development. Academy Manager Kenny Brown praised Akpata's character and potential, emphasizing his positive influence on and off the field.
CJN to swear in daughter-in-law, 11 others as High Court judges Wednesday
The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, will swear in 12 judges to the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory on July 10, 2024. Among them is his daughter-in-law, Ariwoola Oluwakemi Victoria. The ceremony will take place at the Supreme Court's Main Courtroom at 10 a.m. The judges come from various states, including Oyo, Kwara, Lagos, and Imo. This follows the National Judicial Council's recommendation of 86 judicial officers for federal and state courts, announced after their 105th plenary meeting in May 2024.
NUJ condemns abduction of Kaduna journalists, families
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Kaduna State Council condemned the abduction of two journalists, Abdulgafar Alabelewe and AbdulRaheem Abdu, along with their families. The kidnapping occurred on Saturday night in the Dahjonu community, Chikun LGA, Kaduna State. The NUJ described the act as brazen and barbaric, urging security agencies to rescue the captives and calling on the government to prioritize citizens' security. The council also advised journalists to remain vigilant.