Omoyele Sowore and Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer Released After Four Days in Kuje Prison.

According to a report by Channels TV, human rights activist Omoyele Sowore and lawyer Aloy Ejimakor, representing Nnamdi Kanu, have been released from Kuje Prison after four days in detention.

Their detention followed their appearance at the Kuje Magistrate Court last week in connection with the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest held in the Federal Capital Territory.

On Friday, the court, presided over by Magistrate Abubakar Umar Sai’id, granted bail to Sowore, Ejimakor, Prince Emmanuel Kanu (Nnamdi Kanu’s brother), and ten others.

The defendants had been charged with unlawful assembly and disturbance of public peace.

Each was granted N500,000 bail, required two sureties residing in the FCT, valid identification, a three-year tax clearance, and the surrender of their passports.

Following their release on Monday, Ejimakor described the detention experience as “traumatic and inhumane,” criticizing the police for the excessive use of force during and after the protest.

He noted that officers deployed tear gas directly at protesters and engaged in aggressive conduct even after control had been established.

Ejimakor clarified that the protest targeted the presidency and the perceived unjust prosecution of Nnamdi Kanu, rather than the judiciary.

He argued that any withdrawal of the case by the presidency or attorney general would leave the court with no basis to proceed.

"Everything Is Under Control"— Senator Ned Nwoko assures concerned Nigerians amid his marital crisis with Actress Regina Daniels.

Senator Ned Nwoko has responded publicly for the following recent allegations of domestic violence made against him by his wife, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, and her siblings.

Appearing as a guest on a Channels TV programme , the lawmaker from Delta North was asked about the controversy that has dominated social media in recent days.

The host began by saying, “Thank you so much indeed for making time to join us. It’s good to see you your face has been all over the media in the last few days for personal reasons. I hope everything is calm and under control?”

Responding, Nwoko said simply, “It happens.”

When the interviewer noted that many people often underestimate his capacity, the senator replied, “Well, I am who I am.”

The host went on to describe him as “an Old Testament man,” to which Nwoko responded, “Yes, I am.”

Pressed again on whether everything was now under control, the Delta-born politician reaffirmed, “Yes, thank you.”

Nwoko’s brief but composed remarks mark his first public reaction since Regina Daniels’ accusations surfaced, sparking widespread debate across social media and within political circles.

"I GO ON MY KNEES AND PRAY BEFORE I KISS ON SET"– ACTOR DANIEL ETIM-EFFIONG.

Nollywood actor and filmmaker Daniel Etim-Effiong has opened up about his approach to filming romantic scenes, revealing that he prays before every intimate moment on set. He said his faith keeps him grounded despite the demands and temptations of his profession.

The actor, who made his directorial debut with The Herd, explained that before shooting any romantic scene, he seeks divine guidance, describing the act as part of his worship.

“I get all my inspiration from God,” Etim-Effiong said during an interview on Channels TV’s Rubbin’ Minds. “I go on my knees and pray before I go to set and kiss.”

Etim-Effiong, who has faced public criticism for his romantic roles especially after a viral scene in Summer Rain where he kissed actress Bolaji Ogunmola clarified that his focus remains on storytelling, not controversy.

“The fact that I play a lot of romantic roles means I get to have kissing scenes sometimes. But the question should go to the producers, why are they expressing affection only one way? There are other ways to show intimacy,” he said.

The 37-year-old actor, who left a successful career in engineering to pursue acting, said his decision was driven by purpose and faith.

“My family is my garden, then my work. Acting feels like a calling to me, a way to worship through storytelling,” he added.

Speaking further, the actor explained that producers often include romantic scenes in movies because of audience preference.

“The average Nollywood script says, ‘kiss passionately,’ because that’s what sells. But I believe there are braver ways to explore affection on screen,” he said.

Despite the attention his roles attract, Etim-Effiong maintained that faith, focus, and family remain his guiding principles.

“When you’re a focused person, you don’t let naysayers get to you,” he said. “You just do your job and move with purpose.”

I Don't Know Him But This Guy Is More Honourable Than Every Other Person In Cabinet- Farotimi.

Nigerian activist and author, Dele Farotimi has described the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji as the most honourable individual in the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

This statement was contained in a post that he shared on his official X handle on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.

His statement is coming after Channels TV announced that Uche Nnaji has resigned from his position as the MInister of Innovation, Science and Technology over issues surrounding his certificates.

The report further stated that a painstaking two-year investigation that was carried out has shown that Nnaji allegedly forged the credentials that he submitted to President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian Senate during his ministerial confirmation.

However, Dele Farotimi has now stated that Uche Nnaji is an honourable person for resigning from the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Here is what Dele Farotimi wrote on his official X handle;

"I don't know him and I don't send him but this guy is more honourable than every other person in the cabinet from which he has honourably resigned".

Don't Fight A War You Cannot Win; Dangote Can Decide Not To Sell One Litre Of Petrol To Nigeria -Ife.

Professor Ken Ife, an economist, has argued that Dangote Group CEO Aliko Dangote holds all the cards in his conflict with the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), warning that ordinary Nigerians not the billionaire businessman will suffer from the union's strike action.

Speaking during an interview with Channels TV, Professor Ife advised the union against engaging in an unwinnable battle. "Don't fight a war you cannot win. You can't stop that company; it is in the free trade zone. Dangote can decide not to sell one litre of petrol to Nigeria. You cannot stop that. But if he decides he's going to do it, he's going to do it. So, let's be real. He has nothing to lose," the economist stated.

Professor Ife criticized PENGASSAN for embarking on strike action over the dismissal of 800 workers, arguing that the union is prioritizing a small number of employees over the entire nation. "You don't equate 800 workers to 230 million Nigerians. You don't equate 800 workers to 4.2 million employees in this country," he said.

The economist calculated the massive economic impact of the strike compared to the salaries of the affected workers. "And you don't allow this country to bleed 14.5 billion naira every day for salaries of workers that is not up to anything. If the 800 workers are receiving 100,000 naira a month, that will come to only 80 million naira. But look at what you are going to lose in a day," Professor Ife explained.

He warned that Nigeria is ill-prepared to handle such economic losses. Professor Ife also cautioned that the union's actions could ultimately harm the very workers they claim to protect. "You are destroying the jobs of these workers because you are closing the door for any further negotiation. And then what happens? You're not even going to allow other people to enter this space," he asserted.

Femi Falana: “No Country Has Removed Subsidies Completely”

Human rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has argued that no nation in the world has ever completely abolished subsidies.

Falana made this remark in a video shared on the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Channels TV on Sunday, September 14, 2025. He was responding to questions on whether President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to remove fuel subsidy was the right move.

According to him, even developed nations like the United States, United Kingdom, and France still subsidize critical sectors such as electricity, agriculture, and essential services.

“There is no way you can remove subsidy. There is no country in the world that has abolished subsidies completely. Even leading western countries like the United States, United Kingdom, and France still subsidize electricity, agriculture, and many aspects of their people’s lives. As a matter of fact, it’s the IMF and World Bank that insisted government must remove all subsidies,” Falana said.

He further stressed that the removal has placed an immense burden on Nigerians, worsening the cost of living.

The legal luminary maintained that instead of bowing to pressure from international financial institutions, the government should prioritize policies that safeguard the welfare of its citizens.

GRV Defends Move to ADC, Says Peter Obi Was Fully Aware of His Defection

Former Labour Party governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour (GRV), has cleared the air on criticisms surrounding his defection from the Labour Party (LP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Speaking on Channels TV’s Sunday Politics (Sept 7, 2025), GRV insisted that Peter Obi, LP’s 2023 presidential candidate, was fully informed and aligned before he made the switch.

“Certainly, His Excellency was aware. A representative of his was even at the declaration yesterday. We are aligned. There’s no step that’s being taken that he’s not aware of,” GRV stated.


He stressed that his decision was in line with a broader coalition of opposition parties working to unseat the APC in the 2027 elections.

However, his move sparked backlash from the LP leadership, which described it as “hasty and ill-advised.”
The party’s interim spokesman, Tony Akeni, argued that Rhodes-Vivour “jumped the gun” and should have followed Obi’s style of collaboration without abandoning LP.

GRV, who officially declared his defection at Alimosho LGA, Lagos, maintained that only a united opposition coalition can challenge the APC’s dominance in 2027.

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour Rejects Tinubu’s Political Structure, Vows Never to Align for Lagos Governorship

Labour Party (LP) chieftain and 2023 Lagos governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour (GRV), has firmly ruled out any possibility of aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s political structure in his future pursuit of the Lagos governorship seat.

Speaking on Sunday Politics (Channels TV, September 7, 2025), GRV described such an alliance as a “complete waste of time”, insisting it would contradict his values and his mission for Lagosians.

“No, I will rather go and focus on my business, my work, and my family. Aligning with Tinubu will be a complete waste of time,” he stated.


According to Rhodes-Vivour, politics should be about restoring Lagos to its former glory and deploying public resources for the collective good — not serving entrenched political interests.

He added:

“The reason why we are in politics is to make the lives of Lagosians better. Any party that will not allow me to maximise the commonwealth of Lagos for the people is a waste of time.”


GRV’s strong stance comes amid early political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, signaling a clear rejection of the APC structure that has dominated Lagos politics for decades.

His remarks are expected to intensify political debates as opposition forces strategize on how to challenge the ruling bloc in Nigeria’s commercial capital.

PETROAN Set For Nationwide Shutdown Over Alleged Monopoly

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has announced a planned three-day nationwide shutdown of fuel lifting and dispensing starting Tuesday, September 9, 2025.

According to PETROAN President Billy Gillis-Harry, the action is to resist alleged monopolistic practices in the downstream petroleum sector, safeguard workers’ rights, and prevent the dominance of a single player in the industry.

The group warned that aggressive policies linked to Dangote Refinery could push depot owners, modular refineries, and transport operators out of business, leading to job losses and worsening economic hardship.

PETROAN urged President Bola Tinubu and other key stakeholders to intervene, adding that a 120-man compliance team will oversee safety during the shutdown.

Ref: Channels TV
#PETROAN #Petrol #Nigeria #NNPCL #FuelCrisis #BreakingNews

Nigeria Customs Service Board Approves Duty-Free Limit For Low-Value Imports

The Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) has approved a $300 duty-free limit for low-value imports and passenger baggage, effective September 8, 2025.

The decision, reached at the board’s 63rd regular meeting chaired by Finance Minister Wale Edun, is aimed at simplifying clearance for e-commerce consignments and travellers, in line with global best practices.

Goods valued at $300 or less will be exempt from import duties and taxes (restricted to four importations annually), provided they are not prohibited items.

The NCS warned that attempts to manipulate invoices or evade duties will attract forfeiture, arrest, and other penalties under the 2023 Act.

The board also demoted two officers over misconduct, while reinstating two others after review.

Ref: Channels TV
#NigeriaCustoms #Trade #Economy #Ecommerce #DutyFree #BreakingNews

Five Soldiers, 58 Civilians Killed In Fresh Borno Attack

At least 63 people including five soldiers and 58 civilians — were killed when suspected Boko Haram terrorists attacked Daral-Jamal community along the Bama-Banki road, Sambisa Forest, on Friday night.

The insurgents torched over 20 houses, vehicles, and foodstuffs belonging to recently resettled IDPs.

Governor Babagana Umara Zulum visited the community on Saturday to condole with bereaved families and urged urgent deployment of trained Forest Guards to support the military.

Residents said dozens of fighters stormed the town on motorbikes, shooting indiscriminately and setting homes ablaze. The Air Force later claimed it neutralised about 30 terrorists during the gunfight.

The attack has renewed concerns over the government’s push to close IDP camps and resettle displaced persons in vulnerable rural areas.

Ref: Channels TV
#Borno #Nigeria #BokoHaram #Security #IDPs #BreakingNews

Tinubu Govt Using Buhari-Era Strategy To Silence Me – Sowore

Human rights activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has dismissed fresh forgery allegations against him, describing them as a recycled tactic to silence and blackmail him.

Speaking on Channels TV Hard Copy, Sowore said the accusations mirror the Buhari administration’s 2019 strategy, when he was arrested and charged with terrorism financing, money laundering, and cybercrime claims later dropped in court.

He also faulted a recent court order directing banks to furnish the Inspector-General of Police with his account details, calling it a violation of his privacy and fundamental rights.

Sowore maintained that the forgery allegations lack basis, arguing that the supposed evidence presented by the police does not amount to forgery. He accused the government of repeatedly framing charges without proof to keep him in court battles.

The activist linked the renewed case to his protests for better welfare for retired police officers and his opposition to the extension of IGP Kayode Egbetokun’s tenure, which he insists is illegal.

#Sowore #NigeriaPolitics #HumanRights

Kenneth Okonkwo: Peter Obi’s One-Term Presidency Promise Is “Pure Political Strategy”

Veteran Nollywood actor and politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, has claimed that the single-term presidency proposal of Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is nothing more than a strategy to win over Northern voters ahead of the 2027 elections.

Speaking on Channels TV’s Sunrise Daily on Friday, Okonkwo argued that Obi adopted the idea after realising he could lose Northern support without such a promise.

According to him, “It was Atiku Abubakar who first said he would do only one term. Peter Obi later keyed into it because he knew if he didn’t, he would lose the North completely.”

Okonkwo added that for any opposition party to stand a chance against an incumbent, its candidate must agree to serve just one term so no region feels sidelined.

He explained that Obi’s promise is designed to assure Northerners that he wouldn’t “shortchange” them if elected, but would complete the eight-year cycle for the South with just a single four-year tenure.

FG, NASS Back WAEC’s Plans To Start Computer-Based Test In 2026

The Federal Government and the National Assembly have thrown their weight behind the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) as it prepares to fully adopt Computer-Based Tests (CBT) from 2026.

WAEC had earlier announced its plan to phase out paper-based examinations, a move that initially sparked mixed reactions among stakeholders.

Speaking at a sensitisation meeting in Abuja, the Minister of Education, Maruf Alausa, said the migration to CBT would strengthen Nigeria’s assessment system and drastically reduce examination malpractice.

“We have undertaken to migrate public examinations to computer-based technology as a deliberate step to secure the integrity of our education system. The shift will further enhance the credibility of our examinations both locally and internationally,” he said.

The minister added that President Bola Tinubu remains committed to building a sustainable education system that guarantees inclusivity, especially for children with special needs.

On his part, Amos Dangut, WAEC’s Head of National Office, disclosed that the CBT transition began with private candidates in 2024 and had recorded “significant progress.” He assured that mock sessions and online practice platforms would be introduced to prepare students nationwide.

Dangut also noted that candidates’ performance in CBT had proven to be “empirically better” compared to paper-based exams, while assuring stakeholders that infrastructural and security challenges were being addressed.

Source: Channels TV

#WAEC #Education #CBT

One Dead, Two Injured In Ikorodu Road Accident

One person has died and two others injured in an auto crash at the Idi-Iroko inward Ogolonto axis of Ikorodu Road, Lagos.

According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the accident occurred when a fully loaded commercial Mazda bus (LND 490 SD), recklessly vying for right of way, rammed into a fast-moving articulated truck (EKY 121 YJ).

A passenger seated at the doorway of the bus was thrown off and crushed under the truck’s tires, dying instantly. Two others — a male and a female — sustained severe injuries and were rushed to Ikorodu General Hospital by LASAMBUS.

LASTMA confirmed that the deceased’s body was handed over to his family, while both vehicles were evacuated to restore traffic flow.

Source: Channels TV

#Ikorodu #Accident #Lagos

FCT High Court To Receive 50 Units Of Duplexes Before June 2026 — Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has announced that the Federal Government will provide 50 duplexes to the FCT High Court before June 2026 to address accommodation challenges facing judges.

Speaking at the commissioning of a magistrates’ court in Abuja on Tuesday, Wike said President Bola Tinubu remained committed to the welfare of justices, adding that the intervention would solve 80% of their housing problems.

According to him, 20 units will be handed over in October 2025, while the remaining 30 units will be delivered in June 2026.

He described as worrisome the fact that many judges live as tenants at the mercy of landlords, sometimes in unsafe areas where they coexist with criminals whose cases they handle.

“Mr President has said that this has to stop,” Wike stated.

Source: Channels TV

#FCT #Wike #Judiciary

NSIB Begins Probe Of Abuja Train Derailment, Confirms 12 Injuries

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has confirmed that 12 passengers sustained injuries out of the 583 on board the Asham train that derailed in Abuja last Tuesday.

NSIB Director General, Captain Alex Badeh, said on Tuesday that an Investigator-in-Charge has been appointed to lead the probe in collaboration with the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) and other stakeholders.

He noted that evidence-preservation measures had been taken, including securing the site and collecting CCTV footage and other critical data to determine the cause of the derailment.

Badeh urged the Federal Government to address funding shortfalls to strengthen the bureau’s capacity for thorough investigations and ensure public safety.

The NSIB announced that its final report will be released within 30 days of the incident and shared with the NRC, regulators, and the public.

The derailment occurred along the Kaduna corridor shortly after the train departed Abuja around 11 am en route to Kaduna. Following the incident, the NRC suspended Abuja–Kaduna train operations until further notice and began processing refunds for affected passengers.

Source: Channels TV

#AbujaKadunaTrain #NSIB #NigeriaRail

Nigerian Embassies Struggle With Unpaid Rent, Salary Arrears – FG

The Federal Government has admitted that several Nigerian diplomatic and consular missions abroad are grappling with financial and operational difficulties, including unpaid staff salaries, rent arrears, and mounting debts to service providers.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, noting that the challenges have hindered the smooth running of missions in different countries.

He explained that budgetary shortfalls over the years were responsible for the situation, which has significantly affected the embassies’ ability to deliver on their core diplomatic and consular duties.

“The ministry is not unaware of the restrictions that financial limitations have placed on the smooth running of the missions, including the inability to pay salaries of locally recruited staff, financial obligations to service providers, rent to landlords, and the foreign service allowance to home-based officers,” Ebienfa stated.

The ministry, however, assured that President Bola Tinubu’s administration had approved intervention funds and set up a committee to verify and settle outstanding debts. It added that over 80% of available funds had been cleared for payments, prioritising service providers, staff salaries, and arrears owed to officers.

Ebienfa further disclosed that efforts were ongoing to establish a sustainable financial model for embassies abroad, alongside wider reforms aimed at strengthening fiscal governance.

Source: Channels TV

#Nigeria #Diplomacy #ForeignAffairs

Nigerian Armed Forces Don’t Support Payment Of Money To Criminal Groups — Defence HQ

The Chief of Defence Operations, Major General Emeka Onumajuru, has clarified that the Nigerian Armed Forces do not support paying bandits, stressing that such measures have proven ineffective.

He explained that instead of financial settlements, the military runs a Disarmament, Demobilisation, and Reintegration (DDR) programme under Operation Safe Corridor in Gombe and Zamfara for repentant fighters who surrender their weapons and undergo profiling.

Onumajuru urged communities to work with security agencies to strengthen Nigeria’s borders.

His remarks followed recent criticism by former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai, who accused the government of adopting a “kiss-the-bandits” policy. However, the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) dismissed El-Rufai’s claim as “false and baseless,” insisting no payments or incentives are being made to criminal groups.

Source: Channels TV

#Security #Nigeria #Defence

Dele Momodu: My Warnings on Tinubu’s Leadership Are Now Nigeria’s Reality

Dele Momodu, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has said that his earlier warnings about President Bola Tinubu’s rise to power are now unfolding in Nigeria’s political and economic landscape.

Speaking in an interview with News Central TV, Momodu recalled that as far back as October 2022, during an appearance on Channels TV, he had cautioned that Tinubu’s style of governance would prioritize personal and elite interests over the welfare of ordinary Nigerians.

According to him, the current state of the nation reflects exactly what he feared.

“As far back as October 2022, I said if Tinubu gets power, this is what will happen. And it is happening. These are leaders who care only about themselves. They have taken control of Nigeria, and only God and, hopefully, ADC can rescue us,” Momodu stated.

He argued that Nigeria has been effectively “captured” by a ruling elite who continue to advance self-serving agendas, while ordinary citizens struggle.

Momodu also criticized the culture of loyalty based on friendship, family ties, or ethnicity, insisting that such practices have derailed the true essence of democracy for which Nigerians fought.

He maintained that only divine intervention, alongside the ADC’s efforts, can deliver genuine transformation and restore faith in governance.