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By: Staff Reporter — November 20, 2025 Summary: The Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted Nnamdi Kanu — leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) — on terrorism-related charges and sentenced him to life imprisonment. Prosecutors had sought the death penalty, but presiding judge James Omotosho instead imposed life terms on the most serious counts. The conviction and sentence Justice James Omotosho found Kanu guilty on multiple counts brought by the Department of State Services (DSS). The judge handed down life imprisonment sentences for the most serious counts and additional fixed-term sentences on other counts. The prosecution pushed for capital punishment, but the judge said he would temper justice with mercy. "Life is sacred to God, so despite I am not persuaded, I must temper justice with mercy," he said while rejecting the death penalty. What Kanu...

What Happened Between Trump and the BBC The dispute between Donald Trump and the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) centers on a controversial edit made by the BBC in a documentary, the fallout that followed, and the legal threat Trump has since issued. This unfolding saga has garnered significant media attention, sparked high-stakes accusations, and resulted in leadership changes at the BBC. The controversy also raises deep questions about journalistic responsibility, public trust, and the limits of defamation law. Below is a detailed account of what transpired, how both Trump and the BBC responded, and the likely legal and political implications. Background: The Panorama Documentary and the Edited Speech At the heart of the conflict is a BBC “Panorama” episode titled “Trump: A Second Chance?” that aired in 2024, shortly before the U.S. presidential election. In this documentary, a clip of Trump’s January 6, 2021 speech — the ...

Breaking • Regulation Published: November 13, 2025 • Updated: November 13, 2025 The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has set January 5, 2026 as the official compliance deadline for operators in Nigeria’s digital lending market to meet the requirements of the new Digital, Electronic, Online or Non-Traditional Consumer Lending Regulations, 2025 . Quick summary (at a glance) Regulation: Digital, Electronic, Online or Non-Traditional Consumer Lending Regulations, 2025 (FCCPC). Effective date: Regulations commenced around October 22, 2025. Compliance deadline for existing operators: January 5, 2026. Registration/transition window: Many processes require compliance within 90 days of commencement. Why the FCCPC introduced the rules The regulations aim to stop predatory lending, protect...

All eyes are on Portugal as they prepare to face Ireland today in a crucial World Cup Qualifiers clash. The highly anticipated Portugal match will take place as part of the ongoing qualification campaign, with both teams aiming to secure vital points in their group standings. 📅 Match Details Fixture: Ireland vs Portugal Competition: FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Date: Today Kick-off Time: 7:45 PM (Local Time) Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin 🇵🇹 Portugal Team News Portugal are expected to field a strong starting XI as they look to maintain their unbeaten run in the World Cup qualifiers . Cristiano Ronaldo is set to lead the line once again, supported by talented midfielders like Bruno Fernandes and Bernardo Silva . Coach Roberto Martínez has emphasized focus and discipline, knowing that Ireland can be a tough side at home. 🇮🇪 Ireland Team News Ireland will be counting on home support and defensive strength to contain Portugal’s attacking firepo...