Court admits Ali Bello statements in ₦10bn fraud trial

Court admits Ali Bello statements in ₦10bn fraud trial

March 18, 2026 Markup 0

The Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has affirmed the voluntariness of extra-judicial statements made by Ali Bello and Dauda Sulaiman in an ongoing alleged ₦10bn fraud trial.

Justice James Omotosho delivered the ruling on Wednesday, following a trial-within-trial to determine whether the statements were obtained voluntarily.

Group demands release of detained aides to Sylva

Group demands release of detained aides to Sylva

March 18, 2026 Markup 0

A human rights organisation, the Centre for Justice and Equity (CJE), has called for the immediate release of four aides to former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, who were arrested by security agencies.

The group expressed concern over alleged violations of human rights and due process, lamenting the continued uncertainty surrounding the detainees’ situation.

In a statement signed by Chief Igoni Williams, the CJE said the aides had remained in custody since 25 October 2025, following a raid on the Maitama residence of the former minister.

Court adjourns Bayelsa ruler’s suit over Shell divestment dispute

Court adjourns Bayelsa ruler’s suit over Shell divestment dispute

March 18, 2026 Markup 0

The Federal High Court in Yenagoa on Wednesday adjourned a suit challenging Shell’s divestment from onshore assets to 6 May, following the absence of legal representatives from the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation.

The case centres on Shell UK PLC’s divestment of onshore and shallow-water assets previously operated by Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC). SPDC has, however, contested the court’s jurisdiction in the matter.

Man jailed for two years for forging contract

Man jailed for two years for forging contract

March 17, 2026 Markup 0

Ejiogu was arraigned on 23 March 2021 by the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on three counts of conspiracy, forgery and uttering false documents. He pleaded not guilty, leading to a full trial.

The EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, said on 17 March 2026 that the charge alleged that Ejiogu and an accomplice, identified as Engr. E. Expert (now at large) conspired on or about 2 August 2013 in Delta State to forge a document titled “Award of Contract for the Construction of Obudu-Operation Road in Udu Local Government Area, Delta State.

Pastor Brandy, four others arraigned over agent’s murder

Pastor Brandy, four others arraigned over agent’s murder

March 16, 2026 Markup 0

George Idumange, popularly known as Pastor Brandy, and four other suspects have been arraigned before a Bayelsa State High Court over the murder of a 42-year-old estate agent, Richard Ekpebu.

Idumange, identified as the principal suspect, was docked on Monday alongside his girlfriend, Victory Bernard, 23; a correctional officer attached to the Okaka Medium Correctional Centre, Ekiamene Amaoniye, also known as “Cash Money”; Ibo Imaremi Gold, alias “Police”, 34; and Henry Igwe, 35.

Police raid illegal arms, drug-laced snacks factory in A'Ibom

Police raid illegal arms, drug-laced snacks factory in A’Ibom

March 16, 2026 Markup 0

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has said that on 15 March 2026, at about 9:00 pm, its operatives, acting on credible intelligence, raided a suspected criminal facility located on Idem Street, Off Itu Road, Uyo.

The police added that the operation followed intelligence reports that illicit chin-chin snacks allegedly laced with Indian hemp were being produced and distributed from the premises.

NLC: Revive refineries to shield Nigerians from crisis

NLC: Revive refineries to shield Nigerians from crisis

March 15, 2026 Markup 0

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) expresses the collective distress of millions of Nigerian workers who are enduring the severe consequences of a global capitalist crisis they did not create.

The military escalation involving the United States, Israel and Iran has sent shockwaves through global oil markets. As a result, fuel prices in Nigeria have surged to between N1,170 and N1,300 per litre.

This development is a direct affront to the Nigerian people. While imperial rivalries play out with weapons abroad, the Nigerian working class is being battered by poverty and hunger because the country has failed to ensure that its public refineries function effectively.

Police arrest four over Seplat facility vandalism

Police arrest four over Seplat facility vandalism

March 15, 2026 Markup 0

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested four suspects over the alleged vandalisation and malicious destruction of property belonging to Seplat Energy in Mkpanak Village, Ibeno Local Government Area.

According to the police, the incident occurred on 11 March 2026 at about 12:00 pm when the command received a distress call from the security control room of Seplat Energy, reporting that a group of youths, allegedly led by their youth leader, James Eshiet, had vandalised the company’s signpost and attempted to forcefully gain access to the facility with the intention of destroying other critical installations.

Court sentences lawyer to death for killing, mutilating husband

Court sentences lawyer to death for killing, mutilating husband

March 14, 2026 Markup 0

The case involved the killing and mutilation of her husband, Symphorosa Otike-Odibi, who was also a legal practitioner.

The incident occurred in May 2018 at the couple’s residence in Diamond Estate, Sangotedo, Ajah, following a domestic dispute reportedly linked to allegations of infidelity and disagreements over the woman’s plans to travel abroad.

During the altercation, Udeme allegedly stabbed her husband with a kitchen knife, leading to his death. After the killing, she mutilated the body and reportedly attempted to take her own life, but survived.

International Women’s Day: POWA supports members with relief items in A’Ibom

International Women’s Day: POWA supports members with relief items in A’Ibom

March 13, 2026 Markup 0

International Women’s Day: POWA supports members with relief items in A’IbomThe Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Akwa Ibom State Chapter, has commemorated the 2026 International Women’s Day with the distribution of relief materials to members of the association.

The event, held on 10 March 2026 at the POWA Secretariat in Uyo, was organised under the leadership of the Chairperson, Hajia Zainab Baba Mohammed Azare, as part of activities marking the global celebration of women and their contributions to nation-building.

The gathering attracted spouses of police officers, female police personnel and other women stakeholders, who reflected on progress made in advancing women’s rights, welfare and security.

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