Author: Adejuyigbe Francis

Interpol Halts EFCC’s Action Against Atiku’s Son-in-Law, Cites Political Motivations. The International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) has intervened to stop the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) pursuit of Abdullahi Babalele, son-in-law of former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The decision, announced on 20 August 2025, follows Interpol’s determination that the EFCC’s case against Babalele was politically motivated, raising concerns about the misuse of legal processes in Nigeria. Babalele, married to Atiku’s daughter, faced allegations from the EFCC related to financial misconduct, including money laundering and fraud, stemming from transactions allegedly linked to the 2019 presidential election campaign, during…

U.S. Suspends Work Visas For Nigerian And Foreign Truck Drivers, Citing Job Security And Safety Concerns. The United States government has announced an immediate suspension of work visas for Nigerian and other foreign truck drivers, a decision driven by concerns over job security for American workers and safety risks on U.S. highways. The policy, effective as of 21 August 2025, was confirmed by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who stated that the move aims to protect American livelihoods and address growing safety issues. Rubio, in a statement released on Thursday, highlighted the increasing presence of foreign truck drivers…

EFCC Calls On CBEX Victims To Assist Fraud Investigation In Ibadan And Lagos. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has urged victims of the alleged fraudulent cryptocurrency platform, Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), to report to its zonal offices in Ibadan and Lagos to aid ongoing investigations. The announcement, made on 22 August 2025, follows the EFCC’s prosecution of three suspects—Adefowoara Abiodun Olanipekun, Otorudo Avwerosuo, and Ehirim Justice Chukwuebuka—linked to the scam that has caused significant financial losses for thousands of Nigerians. The EFCC alleges that CBEX operated as an unlicensed online trading platform, enticing investors with promises of…

Nnamdi Kanu Urges NBA To Address His Case At Annual Conference, Citing Judicial Misconduct. Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has called on the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) to include his ongoing legal case in discussions at its 2025 Annual General Conference in Enugu. In a letter dated 18 August 2025, addressed to the NBA president and received by the national secretariat on 22 August, Kanu described his trial as a “judicial lynching” and accused the Nigerian judiciary of flagrant violations of legal principles. The letter, personally signed by Kanu, was made public…

Anambra Police Arrest 65-Year-Old Man With Over 1,000 Rounds Of Ammunition In Onitsha. A 65-year-old man, identified as Akpan Godwin, was apprehended by the Anambra State Police Command on 22 August 2025, in possession of 1,100 rounds of live ammunition. The arrest, carried out by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) in Awkuzu, took place in the Nkpor area of Onitsha, a bustling commercial hub in Anambra State. The operation followed credible intelligence received by the police, which led to the interception of Godwin, a resident of Onitsha. A thorough search uncovered the substantial cache of ammunition concealed…

Taribo West Condemns Neglect Of Football Legends At Peter Rufai’s Funeral. Former Super Eagles defender Taribo West delivered a heartfelt and scathing critique of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and Lagos State authorities during the funeral of legendary goalkeeper Peter Rufai, vowing never to encourage his son to play football for Nigeria. Speaking at the service of songs in Lagos on 22 August 2025, West expressed profound grief over the lack of support for Rufai’s family, describing the situation as a “national shame” and a stark example of the neglect faced by Nigeria’s football heroes. Peter Rufai, affectionately known…

NAFDAC Issues Urgent Warning Over Counterfeit Cowbell Milk In Nigeria. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sounded the alarm over the circulation of counterfeit Cowbell “Our Milk” 12g sachet milk products in Nigeria, warning of serious health risks to consumers. The agency’s alert, issued on 22 August 2025, follows reports from Promasidor Nigeria, the legitimate manufacturer, confirming that fake versions of the product are being sold in markets, particularly in Nasarawa and Kano states. According to NAFDAC, the counterfeit milk, falsely branded as Cowbell “Our Milk,” poses significant dangers due to its substandard…

New National Land Transport Policy Approved To Enhance Road Safety In Nigeria. The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has given its approval to the groundbreaking National Land Transport Policy, a move set to revolutionise road safety and regulation across Nigeria, according to the Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali. This landmark policy, described as the first of its kind in the nation’s history, aims to address longstanding challenges in the transport sector and unlock its untapped potential. Speaking to members of the Abuja Transport and Aviation Correspondents Association (ATACA) in Abuja, Senator Alkali highlighted the policy’s focus on creating…

Defence Headquarters Clarifies CDS Musa’s Self-Protection Comments Amid Insecurity Concerns. The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has issued a statement to address what it describes as a misrepresentation of comments made by the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Lt.-Gen. Christopher Musa, regarding self-protection measures for Nigerians facing rising insecurity. The clarification, released on Friday, 22 August 2025, emphasises that the CDS did not advocate for citizens to bear arms, as some reports had suggested, but rather encouraged the development of basic survival and self-protection skills. During an appearance on Channels Television’s *Politics Today* programme on Thursday, 20 August 2025, Lt.-Gen. Musa…

Datti Baba-Ahmed Slams ADC Coalition As Deceptive Ahead Of 2027 Elections. Senator Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, the 2023 vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has publicly condemned the opposition coalition formed under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), labelling it a “grand deception” aimed at misleading Nigerians. The outspoken politician made the remarks during an interview on Channels Television’s *Politics Today* programme on Friday, 22 August 2025, as he reaffirmed his loyalty to the Labour Party and its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Baba-Ahmed, who served as Obi’s running mate in the 2023 general election, expressed dismay at the ADC…

Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Unveils 31-Man Provisional Squad For Crucial 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. Super Eagles head coach Eric Sekou Chelle has announced a provisional 31-man squad for Nigeria’s must-win 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and South Africa, scheduled for September 2025. The squad, released on Friday, 22 August 2025, blends experienced internationals with emerging talents as Nigeria aims to revive their faltering qualification campaign for the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The provisional list, confirmed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), includes standout names such as captain William Troost-Ekong, star striker…

Nigeria Secures £238 Million Loan From Japan To Bolster National Power Grid. The Federal Government of Nigeria has clinched a significant $238 million loan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to enhance the country’s national power grid. The agreement was finalised during high-level discussions led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, at the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan. The landmark deal, supported by counterpart funding of ₦19.08 billion approved by the Federal Executive Council, aims to transform Nigeria’s electricity infrastructure. The funds will support critical projects,…