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Kanu Must Appear In Court – Supreme court
In a groundbreaking decision, the Supreme Court has overturned the Court of Appeal’s verdict, challenging the acquittal of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), in the treason case brought against him by the Federal Government.
The apex court, while acknowledging his illegal return from Kenya after evading bail, asserts that this act doesn’t strip the Federal High Court of its jurisdiction to hear the case.
Justice Emmanuel Agim, delivering the judgment prepared by Justice Garba Lawal, emphasizes that Kanu’s unlawful abduction from Kenya can be contested in a civil matter rather than challenging the trial court’s jurisdiction.
This legal twist has prompted the Supreme Court to instruct Kanu to defend himself against the charges of terrorism.
The Supreme Court’s decision carries significant implications for Kanu’s legal standing, setting a precedent for how extrajudicial actions may intersect with the jurisdiction of the trial court.
This verdict opens a new chapter in the legal saga surrounding Nnamdi Kanu, raising questions about due process and the delicate balance between national security and individual rights.
The international dimension of Kanu’s arrest and subsequent return to Nigeria adds layers of complexity to this legal saga.
Understanding the nuances of extradition laws and their application becomes pivotal in comprehending the legal landscape surrounding this case.
As the Supreme Court directs Kanu to defend himself against terrorism charges, a shift towards civil challenges may become a strategic avenue.
Exploring legal avenues to contest his unlawful abduction presents a unique legal strategy that could shape the trajectory of this high-profile case.
This case sparks discussions on the global stage regarding human rights, legal justice, and the intricate dance between national security imperatives and individual liberties.
Kanu’s trial becomes a focal point for examining how legal systems grapple with contentious issues that transcend national borders.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, on Friday announced the release of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, results.
Elanza news reported that over 1.9 million applicants participated in the just-concluded exercise.
The board also disclosed that 80 suspects across the country are currently under interrogation for examination fraud, with Anambra State leading the pack with 14 suspects.
The board said it is withholding the results of 39,834 candidates over issues relating to examination irregularities.
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, stated this on Friday while officially releasing the 2025 UTME.
He also disclosed that while 467 underage candidates met the prescribed minimum score, 50 were engaged in cheating scandal.
A press conference to this effect is ongoing.
Details coming…
A massive fire razed a warehouse at Global Crystal Foam Nigeria Limited in Oko-Oba, Oyo State, on Thursday night, destroying property worth millions of naira, officials confirmed.
The blaze, which broke out along Akinmorin Road, prompted a rapid response from state and federal fire services, who managed to contain the inferno within 15 minutes.
Hon. Maroof Akinwande, Senior Adviser on Fire Service Reform to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, visited the scene and urged the company’s management to prioritise fire safety measures to prevent future incidents.
“The governor places immense value on the safety of lives and property,” Akinwande said, calling on the public to cooperate with firefighters during emergencies.
The Oyo State Fire Service Agency, led by General Manager Akinyemi Akinyinka, was alerted to the fire at 8:50 pm by a retired fire officer, Mr. M.O. Adewuyi.
“Upon arrival, we found the warehouse engulfed in flames,” Akinyinka said.
“Our team, supported by the Federal Fire Service, Oyo Command, applied firefighting chemicals to restrict the fire from spreading to other sections of the company.”
Akinyinka noted that the fire, caused by overheating foam blocks igniting nearby combustibles, had raged for an hour before the agency was notified by a passerby who spotted smoke.
Despite the delay, the coordinated response prevented the blaze from consuming the entire facility, saving property worth millions.
Security was provided by a team from the Oyo East Division of the Amotekun Corps, led by CFS Adeduntan, who ensured no looting occurred during the operation.
MTN Nigeria, a leading telecommunications company, has invested N3.5 billion in corporate social investment (CSI) in 2024, bringing its total CSI spending to N31.9 billion since its inception, the company’s Chief Sustainability Officer, Tobechukwu Okigbo, announced on Thursday.
Speaking at the Nigerian Exchange Ltd (NGX) during the presentation of the company’s Facts Behind the Sustainability Report, Okigbo highlighted the tangible impacts of MTN’s initiatives.
“Our efforts have benefited over 663,300 individuals, supported 628 small businesses, and improved educational outcomes in 62 schools across Nigeria,” he said.
The company also launched the Sustainability in Action, Value for the MTN Everyone (SAVE) campaign to enhance employee engagement in sustainability efforts.
To improve global accessibility, MTN’s 2023 sustainability report was digitally tagged with extensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL), making it easier for investors and stakeholders to access.
MTN Nigeria made significant strides in reducing its environmental footprint, cutting Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 11% from its 2021 baseline of 113,826 tCO²e to 101,300 tCO²e in 2024.
The company expanded renewable energy use by adding 194 solar-powered rural telephony sites and became the first telecom operator in West Africa to introduce eco-friendly SIM cards.
On the social front, MTN reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality through its Yellowpreneur platform, which provides women access to low-interest loans.
“No fewer than 600,000 women have benefited from this initiative,” Okigbo noted, adding that the loans, facilitated through partner banks, carry an interest rate not exceeding N3.00.