In a startling public rebuke, prominent Nigerian lawyer Deji Adeyanju, counsel to controversial social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Very Dark Man (VDM), issued a stern warning this Sunday. Adeyanju emphasized that legal protections do not extend to reckless speech and urged VDM to temper his public commentary. The lawyer’s statement, made via his X (formerly Twitter) page, highlighted VDM’s recurring legal woes stemming from his outspoken criticisms of public figures and institutions. This public admonition has ignited fierce debate about freedom of speech, personal responsibility, and the often-perilous path of activism in Nigeria. A Pattern of…
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On the evening of Saturday, July 20, 2025, Comrade Obawolu Adedoja Aanu, a well-known human rights activist, suddenly collapsed at the entrance of her residence in Lagos and was pronounced dead shortly after. The shocking incident followed her return from her business premises, where she had just closed for the day. Despite immediate efforts from neighbors and passersby to save her, life could not be restored. The suddenness of Aanu’s death sent ripples of grief through Nigeria’s civil society and activist networks. A Tireless Fighter’s Final Moments Sources close to Aanu disclosed that she was full of life and energy…
Introduction: A Disturbing Tale from Delta State In a disturbing case that has shocked Delta State, 27-year-old Kelvin Obakpororo confessed to killing his partner, Excellence, the mother of his two young sons. The incident took place between June 26 and 27, 2025, in Sapele. Kelvin’s chilling admission came after his arrest by the Delta State Police Command. Igniting strong public reaction and raising critical concerns about drug abuse, domestic violence, and justice in Nigeria. The Confession: A Grim Account Kelvin told authorities and reporters that he never intended to kill Excellence. He said he was not in his right mind…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has openly criticized the recent fanfare by the Tinubu administration over Nigeria’s economics rebased Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The opposition party described the government’s jubilation as a misleading public relations stunt disguised as genuine economic progress. In a statement released to Naija News by ADC National Publicity Secretary Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party called the rebased GDP figures “economic cosmetics” that fail to address Nigeria’s economic crises. Instead of providing real improvements, the ADC argued these statistics serve to dress up numbers for political applause while millions of Nigerians continue to suffer. ‘A Mirage of…
The resignation of Abdullahi Ganduje as the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has provoked intense reactions within Nigeria’s ruling party, July 23, 2025. Adamu Garba, an influential APC chieftain, angrily claims that this upheaval has laid the party bare, rendering it vulnerable to attacks by a growing opposition coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), July 23. Garba portrayed the ADC coalition as opportunistic vultures eager to exploit APC’s internal crisis. He expressed his dismay during a live interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today. Insisting the ruling party must “be very serious” in facing these menacing threats.…
The United States government has on escalated its warning to American citizens, urging them to reconsider travel plans to Nigeria, July 23, 2025. The advisory, released via the U.S. Mission in Nigeria website, places the nation at Level 3 “Reconsider Travel,” highlighting alarming increases in crime, terrorism, and the nation’s inadequate healthcare system. This caution stems from an extensive security review spanning Africa, with Nigeria singled out alongside 11 other countries as high-risk regions. Official sources stressed that “all areas of Nigeria carry significant security risks,” urging Americans to exercise extreme caution during any travel across the country. 18 Nigerian…
Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State was discharged from the hospital on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, following medical treatment for injuries sustained in a motor accident. The crash occurred while he was en route from Katsina to Daura for official duties. His Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Mohammed, confirmed the governor’s release in a statement to journalists. Emphasizing that medical experts had declared him “completely fit” to resume his official responsibilities without delay. The decision to discharge the governor so quickly raises questions about the thoroughness of the medical evaluation. Could rushed treatment be compromising the health of one of the…
The Nigerian Senate has strongly denied any connection between its President, Godswill Akpabio, and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central. According to the Senate’s media spokesman, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, the dispute involves only the Senate as an institution, not its leader personally. Speaking on Channels Television, Adaramodu emphasized that the suspension of Akpoti-Uduaghan was based on established Senate rules. He stated, “There’s nothing subsisting between the Senate President and our colleague Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. It is about the Senate, not about the Senate President”. Suspension and Denied Access: The Senate’s Firm Stand The matter escalated after Akpoti-Uduaghan attempted to return…
A chilling attack took place on Tuesday when an operative of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), identified simply as Jide, was shot dead during a raid in Ita’nla area of Ondo Town, Ondo State. The operatives were on a mission to recover hard drugs reportedly hidden inside the ceiling of a residential apartment when gunmen unleashed deadly gunfire on the team. According to a source close to the NDLEA who spoke to Premium Times, the operation began early following a tip-off about illegal drugs stashed in the building. The NDLEA officials stormed the apartment complex intending to seize…
Na big gbege happen for Ondo Town on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, when some gunmen shoot and kill one NDLEA officer, Jide, for Ita’nla area. The NDLEA people bin dey carry out their special operation to find hard drugs wey dem believe say people hide for one apartment ceiling. While some operatives enter the building to take the drugs, Jide dey guard outside. Suddenly, gunmen waka come fire bullet wey kill Jide amala. How Operation Take Happen According to NDLEA sources, the team start the operation early after dem get tori say drug peddlers hide some hard drugs for inside…