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Metro

25 children reportedly die in terrorists’ captivity — Lawmaker

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A lawmaker in the Kwara State House of Assembly, Saidu Baba-Ahmed, has disclosed that 25 children were among the victims who reportedly died in terrorists’ captivity after being abducted from communities in Kebbi, Kwara and Niger states. Baba-Ahmed, who represents the Gwanabe/Gweria/Bani/Adena constituency of Kaiama Local Government Area, made the disclosure while speaking about the condition of victims recently freed after spending about six months in captivity. According to the lawmaker, 315 abductees regained their freedom on Thursday night, including 308 victims rescued from terrorist captivity in forests across Kwara and Niger states and seven students of Gateway ICT Polytechnic, Saapade, Ogun State. He said 25 children died either while in captivity or during transit, with their bodies reportedly buried in the forest. Baba-Ahmed also disclosed that 12 young men volunteered to join the terrorists’ ranks after their abductors asked which of the captives wanted to become part of their group. He said they were therefore not among those released. He further stated that 176 victims were abducted from Kwara State, with 163 subsequently regaining their freedom, while 15 remained missing. The lawmaker also revealed that two women who were pregnant when they were abducted returned with babies after their release. He said the rescued women were examined and were no longer pregnant. Following their release, the victims were taken to Ilorin, where 46 were receiving medical attention. The Kwara State Government was also providing care for them before they would be reunited with their families. The victims were abducted during the February 3 attack on Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State. Armed terrorists reportedly invaded the community, killed several residents and abducted hundreds of people before taking them into the forest. After months of military and security operations, the victims were transported from Niger State to Ilorin late Thursday. Receiving the victims, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq described the Woro attack as tragic and regrettable. He commended President Bola Tinubu for his intervention and support towards securing the victims’ release. The governor also disclosed that the President had approved the establishment of five Army battalions in Omu-Aran, Patigi, Ilemona, Kosubosu and Kaiama to strengthen security across the state.

Entertainment, Music

P-Square’s brother Henry opens up on family feud: ‘I was their first sponsor, bodyguard’

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Henry Okoye, the elder brother of music duo P-Square, has accused their former manager and brother, Jude Okoye, of contributing significantly to the long-running conflict within the family. Speaking in an interview with Nollyserve, Henry claimed that he and other family members supported Peter and Paul’s music career before Jude became involved in managing the group. According to him, the family initially struggled to secure sponsorship for the twins, prompting him to provide financial and logistical support. He said he travelled with them from one state to another, provided his car for promotional activities and even acted as their bodyguard. Henry also disputed claims that Jude was responsible for building P-Square’s career, alleging that their late mother had initially opposed the idea of Jude managing the group because of concerns about his character. He claimed that the relationship between the twins and other family members changed after Jude became involved in their management. Henry further alleged that he was promised 20 per cent of the money earned from each show in recognition of his early support, but said he never received the payment. He claimed Jude later questioned the basis of the arrangement. He also accused Jude of becoming distant from him and other members of the family. Henry said that when he was hospitalised for about two months, Peter and Paul contacted him, while Jude allegedly never called to check on his condition. He further claimed that their youngest sister was struggling in Lagos and alleged that other family members had failed to provide adequate support. Speaking about Paul Okoye, Henry said he was surprised by what he described as a change in the singer’s attitude towards the family. He alleged that Paul had previously been one of the kindest members of the family but suggested that Jude’s influence may have contributed to the change. On the possibility of Peter and Paul reuniting as P-Square, Henry said he would welcome a reconciliation but expressed doubts that it would happen, alleging that Jude’s influence had deepened divisions within the family. The latest claims come amid an escalating public dispute involving members of the Okoye family. Peter Okoye has previously accused Jude of financial misconduct and other wrongdoing, allegations Jude has disputed. Henry also maintained that he played a significant role in supporting the twins during the early stages of their music career, before Jude became their manager.

Foreign Affairs

Envoy: Nigerians still held in Saudi prisons after serving sentences due to unpaid fines

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Nigeria’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr Yakubu Gambo, has raised concerns over Nigerians who remain in Saudi prisons and detention centres despite completing their jail terms because they cannot afford to pay outstanding fines. Gambo disclosed this during a meeting with the Chairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in Abuja. According to the ambassador, the Nigerian Mission in Saudi Arabia is working to address the challenges faced by Nigerians in the Kingdom, particularly those in detention who are unable to return home after serving their sentences. He also revealed that the mission had asked Nigerian associations in Saudi Arabia to unite under a single umbrella to improve coordination and make it easier for the embassy to address issues affecting Nigerians in the country. Gambo stressed that Nigerians in Saudi Arabia should not be viewed mainly through the lens of criminal cases, noting that many have built successful careers and businesses in the Kingdom. He said Nigerian doctors, engineers, teachers, artisans and traders, as well as families who have lived in Saudi Arabia for decades, continue to make positive contributions to the country. Nigeria’s Consul General in Jeddah, Ambassador Muazam I.J. Nayaya, identified consular services as another major challenge. He said officials issue dozens of emergency travel certificates daily to Nigerians in detention who are seeking to return home. Responding, Dabiri-Erewa assured the delegation that NiDCOM would continue working with the Nigerian Mission to improve the welfare of Nigerians in Saudi Arabia. She also encouraged Nigerians in the Kingdom to register on NiDCOM’s Diaspora Data Mapping Portal to help the government improve planning and engagement with citizens abroad. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to protecting the interests and welfare of Nigerians in Saudi Arabia while strengthening their contribution to Nigeria’s development.

Metro

Court orders X, user to pay law graduate N70m for defamation

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The Lagos State High Court sitting in Ikorodu has ordered X, formerly known as Twitter, to disclose the identity of a user accused of manipulating and republishing a birthday post belonging to Nigerian law graduate, Esther Agboola. The court also awarded N20 million in damages against the unidentified user and imposed a conditional N50 million penalty on X Corp if it fails to comply with the disclosure order. In a judgment delivered on June 5, 2026, Justice Adeniyi Pokanu held that the alleged unauthorised manipulation and republication of Agboola’s post violated her constitutional right to privacy. Agboola, through her X account, @agirlnamed_esth, had shared photographs on January 9, 2026, to mark her 25th birthday with the caption, “Chapter 25. Happy Birthday to me!” She told the court that an anonymous X user, @_AbiolaPharays, retrieved an earlier birthday post she had made in January 2025 and altered its timestamp, allegedly creating a false impression about when the post was originally published. Justice Pokanu held that X Corp, as the platform’s owner and operator, had access to information and activity logs capable of identifying the anonymous account. The judge therefore ordered the company to file an affidavit disclosing the identity of the account holder. The court awarded Agboola N20 million in general damages for what it described as the mental anguish, emotional distress, harassment, reputational injury and humiliation allegedly caused by the user’s actions. It further ordered X Corp to pay N50 million if it fails, refuses or neglects to comply with the order to disclose the user’s identity. The case highlights the legal responsibilities of social media platforms in protecting users’ privacy and responding to court orders involving anonymous accounts.

Politics

Anything can happen in politics, says Fubara loyalist on joining Wike’s camp

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A former staunch supporter of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Chijioke Ihunwo, has explained his decision to join the Rainbow Coalition aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Ihunwo said his decision was not a betrayal of Fubara but a response to the governor’s call for peace and political reconciliation in the state. Speaking on TVC’s Beyond the Headlines, Ihunwo said he remained loyal to Fubara and was simply following the governor’s directive to embrace peace and move forward. He said, “If we truly support him, we should join him in the Rainbow Coalition,” adding that his loyalty to the governor remained unchanged. Ihunwo, a former caretaker chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, had previously criticised Wike’s political camp and accused it of attempting to destabilise Rivers State. However, he said political alliances could change, noting that “in politics anything can happen.” He maintained that his current position was based on his principal’s instruction to sheathe their swords and work for peace. Addressing claims that he and other allies gave Fubara poor political advice during the Rivers crisis, Ihunwo rejected the allegation, saying he had a personal relationship with the governor and acted according to his convictions at the time. He also dismissed calls for him to apologise to Wike and other political figures over his actions during the crisis, and declined to revisit specific incidents, saying the focus should now be on peace and moving forward. Ihunwo said he would work with Wike’s supporters in Obio/Akpor ahead of the 2027 elections, following Fubara’s instructions to ensure the Rainbow Coalition succeeds in Rivers State. He further maintained that he had no regrets about his actions during the political crisis, insisting that his loyalty remained with Fubara and that he would continue to follow the governor’s directives.

Politics

Abuja court orders ex-DSS officer remanded in Kuje

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has remanded a retired Department of State Services officer, Ihechimere Ezeakolam, at the Kuje Correctional Centre after he was arraigned on terrorism-related charges linked to the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra. Ezeakolam was arraigned on Thursday before Justice Muhammed Umar on four counts bordering on alleged support for IPOB, membership of the organisation and the use of social media to promote its activities. He pleaded not guilty to all the charges. Following his plea, the prosecution requested a trial date and asked the court to remand the defendant pending the determination of the case. Justice Umar adjourned the matter until October 29, 2026, for the commencement of trial and ordered that Ezeakolam remain in Kuje Correctional Centre. According to the prosecution, Ezeakolam allegedly supported IPOB between 2025 and 2026 by providing what it described as moral assistance and sharing messages online in support of the group. He was also accused of joining IPOB in Abia State during the same period. In another count, the prosecution alleged that he knowingly aided and encouraged the group by posting social media messages allegedly intended to persuade members of the public to support IPOB. The final charge accused him of posting and making available online messages allegedly aimed at advancing the activities of the proscribed organisation. The charges were brought under provisions of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, and the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act. The defendant has denied the allegations by pleading not guilty, and the case will proceed to trial on the scheduled date.

Crime

Court remands man accused of N800m bank fraud

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A Federal High Court in Lagos has remanded a 47-year-old man, Ugochukwu Eze, popularly known as “Amazon,” over allegations that he hacked into the computer system of SunTrust Bank Plc and diverted more than N800 million. Eze was arraigned on Thursday before Justice Friday Ogazi by operatives of the Department of State Services. According to the DSS, Eze and other suspects still at large allegedly conspired between 2023 and 2026 to unlawfully interfere with the bank’s computer system, resulting in the diversion of funds belonging to SunTrust Bank. The prosecution also accused Eze of concealing and transferring funds linked to cyberattacks on financial institutions and unlawfully accessing critical national financial information infrastructure. The alleged offences were brought under provisions of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2024, and the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. Eze pleaded not guilty to all the charges. Following his plea, DSS counsel, M. Bajela, asked the court to remand the defendant and schedule the case for trial. However, Eze’s lawyer, E. Afrogha, informed the court that a bail application had already been filed. The defence counsel also told the court that Eze had spent more than a month in DSS custody. Bajela said the prosecution had not yet been served with the bail application but informed the court that its witnesses were ready to proceed. After hearing both sides, Justice Ogazi adjourned the case until August 24 for the hearing of the bail application. The judge ordered that Eze be remanded in the custody of the Nigerian Correctional Service pending the hearing and determination of his bail request. One of the charges alleged that Eze, between 2023 and 2026 in Lagos and other locations within the court’s jurisdiction, unlawfully interfered with SunTrust Bank’s computer system and fraudulently diverted more than N800 million belonging to the bank. The alleged offence is punishable under Section 8 of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2024.

Elections, Politics

Atiku reports suspicious credit alert on bank account

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Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has raised concerns over what he described as a suspicious payment made into one of his private bank accounts. Atiku disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu. According to the statement, an individual unknown to Atiku transferred money into his account with the narration, “Contribution Electioneering Campaign.” Atiku said neither he nor his campaign team solicited, authorised or had any knowledge of the payment or the person behind it. He expressed concern over how the sender obtained the details of an account he said was strictly private and whose information was not publicly available. The former vice president said the incident raised serious questions about the security of Nigerians’ financial information. He warned that if private banking details belonging to a former vice president and presidential candidate could be accessed without authorisation, the financial privacy of ordinary Nigerians could also be at risk. Atiku further expressed concern that the information may have been obtained through individuals with privileged access to confidential banking data. He warned that any unauthorised breach of such information could expose account holders to threats from kidnappers, terrorists, bandits, fraudsters and other criminal elements. The ADC presidential candidate said the incident had been brought to the attention of Nigerians and security agencies, describing it as part of what he called a series of suspicious developments ahead of the 2027 general elections. Atiku also urged Nigerians not to be distracted by what he described as attempts to damage his reputation as political activities intensify. He maintained that he remained focused on providing what he described as credible leadership and practical solutions to Nigeria’s challenges.

Crime

Two Nigerians jailed 40 years in Ghana for human trafficking, cybercrime

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A Ghanaian court has sentenced two Nigerian men to 20 years in prison each for trafficking fellow Nigerians into Ghana and forcing them to engage in cybercrime. The convicts, 29-year-old Kingsley Ndifon and 25-year-old Emmanuel Akong, were found guilty of human trafficking and causing harm by Circuit Court ‘B’ in Tema after a full trial. According to the Ghana Police Service, the two men recruited Nigerians with promises of employment in Ghana but allegedly held them captive upon arrival and forced them to participate in internet fraud. The suspects were arrested on August 20, 2023, at Sebrepor, a suburb of Tema, following a distress call reporting that several people were being held against their will. Police officers, assisted by residents, raided the house and rescued 11 Nigerian nationals. Sixteen laptops and an iPad were also recovered from the premises. Investigations revealed that the victims had their phones and identity cards confiscated and were forced to use the laptops to commit cyber-related crimes. The victims were reportedly fed only once a day and subjected to severe physical abuse when they failed to follow instructions. Police said some were beaten with laptop cables and machetes, leaving them with injuries, including cutlass wounds. The victims were also found to be malnourished and in poor health when they were rescued. The two men were subsequently charged with conspiracy to commit a crime, human trafficking and causing harm. Following the trial, the court convicted them of human trafficking and causing harm. Each received a 20-year sentence for human trafficking and an additional 10 years for causing harm, with the sentences ordered to run concurrently. This means both men will serve a total of 20 years in prison. The Tema Regional Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to tackling human trafficking, cybercrime and other forms of abuse, while urging members of the public to promptly report suspected cases to the police.

Energy

FG unveils 60.82MW renewable mini-grid projects

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The Federal Government, through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), is set to boost Nigeria’s electricity supply with the rollout of renewable mini-grid projects expected to generate a combined 60.82 megawatts (MW) across six states. The latest addition is a 13.92-megawatt peak (MWp) interconnected hybrid solar project in Yobe State, officially launched on Wednesday. The project brings the total capacity of recently inaugurated REA renewable energy projects nationwide to 60.82MW. Before the Yobe project, the agency had already begun work on 46.9MW of renewable energy infrastructure across five states. These include a 20MW mini-grid in Egume, Kogi State, 11.9MWp in Ogu-Bolo, Rivers State, 10MW in Kofare, Adamawa State, 3.5MW in Ambursa, Kebbi State, and 1.5MW in Pankshin, Plateau State. According to the REA, the Yobe project supported by the World Bank will feature 40 distribution transformers serving major residential and commercial areas to improve electricity access, stabilize power supply, and support local economic growth. The project consists of: Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni said the initiative aligns with the state’s goal of strengthening infrastructure to enhance industrial development and agricultural productivity. REA Managing Director Dr. Abba Abubakar Aliyu said the interconnected hybrid mini-grids are designed to integrate with existing distribution networks while expanding electricity access. He noted that the projects would not only deliver power but also create opportunities for businesses, healthcare facilities, farmers, and local economies to thrive. Aliyu also revealed that the agency has 14 additional renewable energy projects planned for Yobe State, following a strategic roundtable held in June 2025. Once completed, the projects will add another 15.3MWp of capacity and provide electricity to about 23,870 new connections, including communities such as Jawur Katamma, Federal Polytechnic Damaturu, and Dibbwol.