The witness also tendered the subpoena compelling his appearance in court, which was admitted as evidence without objection from the defence. The court further admitted a flash drive containing Adeyanju's own interview on the programme, alongside a certificate of compliance.
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Abuja Court Remands Sowore In Kuje Prison Pending Bail Hearing
Justice Mohammed Umar issued the order pending the hearing and determination of Sowore’s application seeking a stay of the court’s earlier decision revoking his bail and issuing a bench warrant for his arrest.
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APC Sweeps Key By-Elections, PDP Retains Rivers Seat Amid Disputes
Results announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday expanded the APC's representation in the National Assembly, although several of the contests were marred by allegations of electoral malpractice, violence and voter intimidation.
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INEC Says Oyebanji Winner Of Ekiti Governorship Election
Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) winner of the Ekiti State governorship election. INEC’s Chief Returning Officer, Professor Adenike Oladiji, announced the result in Ado-Ekiti after the collation of votes from the state’s 16 local government areas. According to the electoral commission, Oyebanji...
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Oyebanji Praises Voter Turnout For Ekiti Governorship Election
Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Saturday praised voters for their participation in the state’s governorship election, describing the turnout as a sign of confidence in democracy and good governance. Speaking to reporters after casting his vote at Ward 006, Unit 003 in Ikogosi-Ekiti, Oyebanji said eligible voters turned out early and conducted themselves peacefully...
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Davido, Pro-Government Singer Clash Over School Kidnapping Crisis
A public dispute between Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido and pro-government singer Dauda Kahutu, popularly known as Rarara, has drawn fresh attention to growing concerns over insecurity in Nigeria following the kidnapping of schoolchildren in Oyo State last month. Gunmen abducted at least 46 pupils and teachers from three schools in southwestern Oyo State on May...
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Lagos Governor Orders Waste Clearance Across State
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Diezani Cleared Of Bribery Charges By London Jury
Former Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke was on Wednesday cleared of six bribery-related charges following a lengthy trial in London. This ruling marks a significant setback for British authorities who had pursued corruption allegations against her for more than a decade. Alison-Madueke, who served as Nigeria’s minister of petroleum resources between 2010 and 2015 under...
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NAF Airlifts Sensitive Materials For Ekiti Poll, By-Elections
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Nigeria Military Mourns Retired General Who Died In Captivity, Vows Anti-Terror Fight
Nigeria’s military on Saturday expressed deep sorrow over the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who died while being held captive by his abductors. The military pledged to intensify operations against terrorist and criminal groups across the country. In a statement by Major General Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information the Defence Headquarters said...