As of January 21, 2026, reports indicate that VDM has asserted his ownership of the trademark and is challenging Blord's usage of the name for his app.


As of January 21, 2026, social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM) has asserted ownership of the Ratel trademark and is challenging tech entrepreneur Blord over his use of the name for an app. VDM claims he legally registered the brand and accused Blord of trademark infringement. The dispute has sparked reactions online, with supporters debating who truly owns the name as both parties trade words publicly.
#fintternews

BREAKING: Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine says more than 100 of his supporters have been killed in what he describes as a violent crackdown tied to recent elections.

Wine alleges that security forces targeted civilians linked to his party, the National Unity Platform (NUP), in a campaign of violence following disputed vote results. Earlier reports also included claims of deadly raids and arrests as tensions mount across Uganda.

#Uganda #BobiWine #ElectionViolence #HumanRights #BreakingNews #Fintter

Two Men Dead After Machete Fight Over Plantain in Cross River

Tragedy struck Akpap-Okoyong community in Odukpani, Cross River State, as two men, Edet and Effiong, were killed after a violent machete fight over a bunch of plantain. Both were rushed to a nearby health centre but could not survive due to lack of medical facilities.
Eyewitnesses said the fight escalated quickly, with both men inflicting fatal wounds on each other. The community is in mourning over the shocking incident.
Cross River police confirmed the deaths and said investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances behind the deadly dispute.

#CrossRiver #MacheteFight #TragicDispute

BREAKING: Two men have died following a violent machete fight in Akpap-Okoyong, Cross River State, over a dispute about stolen plantains.

Both victims were rushed to a nearby health centre but could not receive adequate medical care due to lack of facilities. The Cross River Police have confirmed the deaths and are investigating the incident.

#BreakingNews #CrossRiver #Crime #MacheteAttack #Nigeria

Woman Arrested for Killing Husband, Lover and Neighbour in Delta……


A woman has been arrested in Ughelli, Delta State, after allegedly killing her husband, his suspected lover and a neighbour who tried to calm the situation. The tragic incident reportedly followed a heated domestic dispute that escalated violently. Residents were left in shock as the three victims were confirmed dead at the scene. Police have taken the suspect into custody and launched an investigation to determine the full circumstances surrounding the gruesome attack.#fintternews

Woman Arrested Over Alleged Killing Of Husband, His Alleged Lover, Neighbour In Ughelli

A woman has been arrested in Ughelli, Delta State, following the alleged killing of her husband, his alleged side partner, and a neighbour who reportedly tried to intervene during a domestic dispute. The incident has sparked shock and concern among residents, as security agencies begin investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding the case.

#DeltaState #Ughelli #CrimeReport #NigeriaNews

FCTA Workers Shut Down Abuja Government Offices, Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid Wages, Welfare Disputes

Government offices across Abuja were deserted on Monday as workers under the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) commenced an indefinite strike, demanding resolution of long-standing labour and welfare issues. Declared by the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC), the strike follows the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum to FCTA management. Key grievances include unpaid wage awards, promotion arrears, delayed promotions, retention of retired officials, unpaid pension contributions, and worsening working conditions. JUAC has vowed to maintain the strike until all demands are met, warning of continued paralysis of administrative activities across the territory.
#fcta #Abuja

ICPC Files Evidence, Lists Witnesses as Mike Ozekhome Faces Fraud, Forgery Charges Over Late Gen. Useni’s London Property

The ICPC has filed proof of evidence and listed key witnesses as the Federal Government moves ahead with fraud and forgery charges against senior lawyer Mike Ozekhome, SAN, over a disputed London property linked to late General Jeremiah Useni. Prosecutors say the case stems from a UK tribunal judgment that ruled the house belongs to Useni’s estate, dismissing claims tied to a false identity, “Tali Shani.” Investigators plan to present documents, statements, and passport verification evidence, alleging Ozekhome used forged records to assert ownership. The FCT High Court is yet to fix a trial date as the high-profile legal battle deepens.

#OzekhomeTrial #ICPC #NigeriaLegalNews

RULAAC Accuses Lagos Police of Torture, Illegal Detention Over Civil Investment Dispute

The Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC) has accused the Lagos State Police Command of abusing power by illegally arresting, torturing, and detaining William Eze over a failed investment deal. RULAAC says the dispute is purely civil, yet police officers allegedly detained Eze without charge, forced him to sign an undertaking surrendering his business premises, and aided an illegal takeover of the company. The group also condemned the arrest and detention of Eze’s wife, who is only a surety, describing it as coercion and hostage-taking. A fundamental rights suit has been filed, with RULAAC demanding accountability.

#PoliceAbuse #RuleOfLaw #LagosNews

A Ghanaian media personality has been arrested after a viral video showed him physically assaulting a woman. The Ghana Police Service confirmed the arrest of Christford Affadu Danful, also known as Ekow Black, through the Criminal Investigation Department. He was apprehended on Thursday, 15 January 2026, following an intelligence-led operation by the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting Team after the video spread on social media. Investigations indicate that the suspect and the victim, who previously lived together, had ongoing disputes that escalated into verbal and physical abuse. Danful remains in lawful custody and is expected to face court charges in line with Ghanaian law. #fintter

Rivers Crisis: Ex Parte Court Order, Fubara and Impeachment Battle Explained

The ongoing dispute between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Rivers State House of Assembly has deepened following an ex parte court order restraining the Chief Judge from constituting a panel to probe alleged gross misconduct. Though temporary, the order carries legal force and must be obeyed pending a motion on notice. The case raises critical constitutional questions on separation of powers, judicial oversight, and the extent to which courts can intervene in legislative impeachment processes without undermining legislative autonomy.

#RiversCrisis #Fubara #NigeriaPolitics

Ghana Police Arrest Media Personality Over Assault in Viral Video

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a media personality identified as Christford Affadu Danful, popularly known as Ekow Black, following the circulation of a viral video showing him physically assaulting a woman.

According to the Police, the arrest was carried out on Thursday, January 15, 2026, by the Criminal Investigation Department through an intelligence-led operation by the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting Team.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect and the woman, who previously lived together, had a history of disputes that allegedly escalated from verbal confrontations to physical assaults.

Danful is currently in lawful custody and is expected to be arraigned in court to face charges in line with Ghanaian law.

The Ghana Police Service reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives, enforcing the law, and ensuring that all acts of violence are addressed decisively.

#GhanaNews #GhanaPolice #BreakingNews #ViralVideo #AssaultCase #DomesticViolence

Uganda Election: Bobi Wine Alleges Ballot Stuffing, Arrests, Internet Shutdown

Uganda’s opposition candidate, Bobi Wine, has accused authorities of widespread electoral malpractice on Election Day, alleging ballot stuffing, arrests of opposition officials, and a nationwide internet shutdown. In a post on X, Wine claimed polling agents were abducted or chased away, voting machines failed, and security forces targeted his party’s leaders. He urged Ugandans to reject what he called authoritarian rule and appealed to the international community not to legitimise the process. The allegations come amid long-standing concerns over disputed elections and political repression under President Yoweri Museveni.

#UgandaElection #BobiWine #AfricaPolitics

Military authorities have arrested and detained a serving Brigadier General over his alleged association with retired Major General Danjuma Hamisu Ali-Keffi. The detention is believed to be connected to Ali-Keffi’s legal and public dispute with former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai (rtd).

Ali-Keffi, appointed in October 2020 by former President Muhammadu Buhari to lead the covert Presidential Task Force, Operation Service Wide, has repeatedly accused officials of releasing terrorism-financing suspects while they were in military custody. The task force was responsible for arresting, investigating, and prosecuting financiers and collaborators of terrorist groups and targeting their leaders.

According to military sources, Brigadier General Gabriel E. Archibong was arrested more than 10 days ago and is currently being held at the Army’s Special Investigation Bureau. His arrest was reportedly linked to frequent communication with Ali-Keffi and claims that he was not cooperating with authorities.

After his arrest, soldiers searched his Lugbe residence for several hours. Nothing incriminating was found, but his phones and laptop were seized. Archibong, an officer serving at the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) in Minna, Niger State, is feared to face serious career and personal consequences from the detention, despite sources insisting he has done nothing wrong.

CBN Wahala Burst! 62 Sacked Workers Tell Court: Dismiss Bank’s Motion, Restore Our Jobs

Wahala don enter court as 62 former staff of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have asked the National Industrial Court in Abuja to throw out the bank’s application seeking to change the procedure of their suit challenging their sack. The ex-workers opposed a motion by CBN’s lawyer, Wilson Inam, SAN, who asked the court to convert their originating summons to a writ of summons, arguing that the case involved disputed facts requiring oral evidence. But the claimants’ counsel, Ola Olanipekun, SAN, insisted that the bank had not filed a counter affidavit, making its request legally defective. He told the court that until pleadings are completed, the matter cannot be converted, adding that only the workers’ processes were properly before the court. The workers are seeking to nullify their termination letters issued under a “Re-Organisation” exercise in 2024, describing the sack as unlawful and contrary to the CBN Act and internal policies. They also want reinstatement and full payment of salaries and entitlements. Justice Osatohanmwen Obaseki-Osaghae adjourned the case to February 10 for ruling.

Wahala Don Set Oo! Kano Rights Group Alleges Plot to Arrest Activist Over Community Transformer Dispute

Wahala don burst for Kano oo! A human rights group has raised alarm over an alleged plot to arrest a community activist in Minjibir Local Government Area after he opposed the removal of a community-owned electricity transformer.

The Centre for Human Rights and Social Advancement (CEFSAN) says the activist, Comrade Habu Hassan Abdullahi from Kunya community, is now being targeted simply because he questioned the decision of the Minjibir LG Chairman to allegedly remove the transformer without consulting residents.

According to a statement issued by CEFSAN’s Executive Director, Yusha’u Sani Yankuzo, Esq, the incident happened on January 8, 2026, when local government officials allegedly ordered the removal of the transformer without notice, explanation, or community engagement.

Residents reportedly became worried, recalling past incidents where public facilities like transformers and engines allegedly “disappeared” after being taken away.

CEFSAN said Abdullahi only exercised his constitutional right to speak up and represent his people, but that his action allegedly angered the authorities.

> “Comrade Habu Hassan Abdullahi, in the exercise of his constitutional right to freedom of expression and peaceful participation in community affairs, openly objected to the removal of the transformer,” the group stated.



But instead of dialogue, CEFSAN alleged that the Minjibir Local Government Chairman connived with the Dambatta Police Area Command to arrange his arrest and detention without due process.

Wahala con turn serious. The rights group said it later received information that Abdullahi was about to be arrested, forcing him to flee his community for safety.

> “Upon receiving confidential information suggesting an imminent arrest, Comrade Habu was forced to flee his community for fear of his life and personal safety,” CEFSAN said.



Police officers were reportedly sent to pick him up but could not locate him, raising further concerns about intimidation and possible persecution.

CEFSAN strongly condemned what it described as the use of security agencies to silence community voices.

> “We strongly condemn any attempt to use state security apparatus to intimidate activists or criminalize peaceful civic engagement,” the group said, warning that such actions violate both Nigeria’s Constitution and international human rights standards.



The organisation demanded:

Immediate end to all forms of harassment against Abdullahi,

Public clarification on why the Kunya community transformer was allegedly removed, and

An independent investigation into the role of the LG Chairman and the Dambatta Police Command in the alleged arrest plot.


CEFSAN also called on authorities to guarantee the safety of Abdullahi and protect the rights of Kunya residents, stressing that decisions affecting public utilities must involve consultation, transparency, and accountability.

> “Any harm to Comrade Habu Hassan Abdullahi will be strongly resisted and pursued through all lawful national and international human rights mechanisms,” the group warned.



As at the time of filing the report, the Kano State Police Command and Minjibir Local Government authorities had not responded to the allegations.

Wahala don set oo — because to talk for your community now dey turn crime? Nigerians dey watch.

Wahala Don Set for Ipele! Youths Accuse Monarch of Hosting Gunmen Before Police Station Was Attacked

Wahala don really set for Ipele town in Ondo State as angry youths have petitioned Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, accusing their traditional ruler, the Olupele of Ipele, Oba Samuel Oluwashola Adesanmi Daramola, of harbouring hooded gunmen who allegedly fired shots inside his palace just hours before the Ipele Police Station was attacked and burnt.

In a strongly worded petition dated January 2026 and sent to the Governor’s Office, the concerned youths said they were alarmed by what they described as the monarch’s conduct, which they believe is threatening peace and security in the community.

The youths first praised the state government for its intervention after the New Year’s Eve attack on the Ipele Police Station on December 31, 2025. But they warned that deeper issues within the town, allegedly linked to the palace, could make things worse if urgent action is not taken.

According to the petition, the Olupele has barely stayed in Ipele since he was crowned over a year ago, frequently travelling to Lagos and the United Kingdom, where he lived before becoming king. The youths said this absence has weakened traditional leadership and damaged cooperation between the community and security agencies.

They further alleged that the monarch is constantly at war with local youths and even elites in the diaspora, creating tension and slowing down the town’s socio-economic development. “Kabiyesi is not at peace with the majority of youths,” the petitioners claimed, adding that he often quarrels with people he sees as enemies.

The youths also raised allegations of financial misconduct, accusing the monarch of removing or suspending chiefs without clear reasons and being overly interested in money matters. They cited a case where a ₦1 million donation meant for electricity restoration was allegedly diverted to a project that residents cannot verify.

Market disputes were also mentioned. The petition said the Olupele was recently attacked at Joks Market after allegedly trying to take over revenue collection, a role normally handled by the local government. His agents were also accused of collecting money from tipper drivers, nearly leading to violent clashes.

More disturbing allegations followed. The youths claimed that a young woman accused the monarch of impregnating her and pressuring her to abort the pregnancy, allegedly out of fear that his wife in the UK would react violently. They insisted that “cogent evidence is available.”

But the most explosive accusation was about security. The youths alleged that the monarch parades armed men, fires gunshots inside his palace whenever he is in town, and has previously used gunmen to threaten residents. They said a matter involving these armed men is already under investigation at the office of the Assistant Inspector General of Police in Akure.

They further claimed that during a palace party on the night of December 31, 2025, hooded gunmen were allegedly firing shots “at the pleasure of the kabiyesi.” Shockingly, about two hours later, armed men reportedly stormed and set the Ipele Police Station ablaze.

To many in the town, the timing raised serious questions.

The New Year’s Eve attack, carried out by about 20 to 30 gunmen using rifles and explosives, left the police station badly damaged and threw the community into panic. Residents fled their homes, church services were disrupted, and fear spread across Ipele, although no casualties were recorded.

The youths described the monarch’s alleged actions as “unbecoming of a first-class Oba in Ondo State” and appealed to Governor Aiyedatiwa to urgently order a discreet but full-scale investigation into the matter. They also asked that the Olupele be cautioned to prevent further breakdown of law and order.

The petition was signed by Ibrahim Japheth and Olorunfunmi Oladotun on behalf of the Concerned Youths of Ipele, with copies sent to the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, the police, DSS, and other security agencies.

As Nigerians digest these shocking claims, one thing is clear:
This matter no be small one. If even half of these allegations be true, then wahala don truly set for Ipele—and Ondo State government must act fast before things spoil pass this.

Anambra Wahala: Man Arrested for Killing Girlfriend Over Infidelity, Faked Kidnap Letter Too!

Naija, this one dey shake everywhere! The Anambra State Police Command don arrest 26-year-old Anikpe Valentine Chibuike over the murder of his 35-year-old girlfriend, Ogechukwu Mmadubugwu, a single mother, in Ekwulobia, Aguata LGA.

According to the police, the suspect stabbed the woman in the neck around midnight on December 9, 2025, because he suspected her of infidelity. The killing has sparked serious public outrage and renewed conversations about domestic violence in the community.

Police said the man also tried to mislead investigators by planting a fake letter claiming he had been kidnapped by creditors, after going bankrupt while trying to start a business for the victim.

SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the Police Public Relations Officer, stressed that reports claiming the murder was linked to unpaid debts were false and misleading.

The case is ongoing, and the suspect will be charged to court once investigations are complete. Authorities are urging the public to resolve disputes peacefully and report any early signs of domestic violence to avoid such tragedies.

Naija people, this one na serious warning—love no suppose turn to wahala like this oo!

Is Nigeria’s Health System Heading for Shutdown? JOHESU Orders Total Work Stoppage Over Tinubu Government’s ‘No Work, No Pay’ Policy

Is Nigeria on the brink of another nationwide healthcare crisis? The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) has directed its members across federal health institutions to withdraw their services indefinitely, escalating its standoff with the Tinubu administration over a newly enforced “No Work, No Pay” directive from the Federal Ministry of Health.

According to a statement issued by JOHESU leader Comrade Abubakar Sani Aminu, the policy was introduced without consultation or dialogue, a move the union describes as a direct violation of workers’ rights and collective bargaining principles. Why, the union asks, would the government impose such a far-reaching directive at a time when negotiations are still ongoing?

JOHESU says hospital chief executives have been instructed to enforce the policy, which the union believes is a deliberate attempt to weaken organised labour and fracture solidarity among health workers. Aminu warned members that the directive represents “the final weapon” being deployed by the government to break the union’s resolve. Could this mark a turning point in labour relations within Nigeria’s health sector?

In response, the union has ordered a total work stoppage, explicitly rejecting skeleton services, partial compliance, or compromise of any kind. “There should be no skeleton services, no attempt to help out, or compromise in any way,” the statement declared. JOHESU insists that only collective action can protect workers’ rights and prevent what it calls a dangerous precedent that could affect future industrial disputes.

What does this mean for patients and public hospitals already struggling with limited resources? While the full impact on healthcare delivery remains uncertain, past JOHESU strikes have caused widespread disruptions across federal medical institutions, raising fears of another wave of service paralysis.

The union has reaffirmed its commitment to what it describes as a fight for fair treatment, respect for dialogue, and protection of labour rights, urging members nationwide to remain united until its demands are addressed. As of the time of reporting, the Federal Ministry of Health has not issued an official response.

Will the government reconsider its stance, or is Nigeria heading toward another prolonged healthcare shutdown? And in a sector where lives depend on continuity of care, who ultimately bears the cost of this policy standoff—workers, patients, or the state itself?

Bauchi Audit Exposes Universities, Polytechnics, Colleges, and Parastatals: How Did ₦Billions in Public Funds Go Unaccounted For, Why Were Revenues Unremitted, and Who Will Be Held Legally Responsible?

How did institutions meant to uphold discipline, transparency, and public trust become hubs of financial disorder? An audit investigation by WikkiTimes reveals widespread financial mismanagement across Bauchi State’s universities, polytechnics, colleges, hospitals, agencies, and parastatals, raising urgent questions about accountability, oversight, and the future of public finance in the state.

The Auditor-General’s report shows a consistent pattern: payments without documentation, unretired advances, missing revenue, inflated costs, forged or incomplete records, and expenditures without approval. These violations were not isolated to ministries or Government House—they extended deep into educational institutions and public agencies that are supposed to set standards in record-keeping, training, and ethical governance.

At Sa’adu Zungur University, the state’s flagship institution, auditors recorded ₦63.5 million in payments without supporting documents, ₦12 million in unretired advances, ₦48 million in vouchers not presented for audit, ₦9.1 million in receipt discrepancies, ₦14.5 million in inflated diesel costs, and ₦84.2 million in unremitted tax deductions. Another ₦101 million was not posted to the cash book, making the trail of funds impossible to trace. An institution named after a symbol of moral discipline now stands accused of systemic financial indiscipline.

At Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, auditors uncovered what they described as one of the most detailed cases of financial breakdown: ₦21.4 million in government revenue with no evidence of remittance, ₦13.4 million in undocumented payments, ₦15.1 million in vouchers withheld from audit, ₦28.6 million in store purchases not entered into ledgers, and multiple unretired advances and imprests. Additional red flags included ₦32.8 million in unauthorised payments, ₦5.7 million paid without documentation, and ₦5.2 million in soft loans without proof of recovery.

Other institutions followed the same pattern. A.D. Rufa’i College of Legal Studies recorded millions in undocumented, unauthorised, and unacknowledged payments, alongside major store ledger discrepancies—echoing earlier reports of student exploitation. At the Bill and Melinda Gates College of Health Sciences, auditors flagged bank reconciliation gaps, voucher irregularities, and cash-book discrepancies. Health agencies, including the Specialist Hospital Board and Bauchi State Health Contributory Management Agency, were cited for diesel payments without retirement records and funds disbursed without approval.

The audit further exposed revenue losses in parastatals. At Yankari Express Corporation, auditors recorded a staggering ₦165.5 million gap between revenue collected and bank lodgements, alongside missing vehicles, undocumented spare parts purchases, and multiple unsubmitted vouchers. At Yankari Game Reserve, findings included unauthorised payments, ghost beneficiaries, unaccounted revenue, undocumented diesel purchases, and unexplained bank withdrawals—suggesting deep-seated weaknesses in financial controls.

Perhaps most alarming is what did not happen. According to the audit, missing vouchers remained missing, unremitted revenue was not accounted for, advances were not recovered, and disputed sums were not refunded. Explanations submitted by institutions failed to resolve the issues, leaving large portions of public funds in limbo.

The report also outlines the legal consequences. Under the 1999 Constitution, all public spending must be authorised by law, with the Auditor-General empowered under Section 125 to refer violations to the House of Assembly. The ICPC Act criminalises abuse of office, while the EFCC Act classifies tax non-remittance and fund diversion as economic crimes—offences that remain prosecutable even after restitution.

This investigation forces urgent questions: How did so many institutions operate for years without basic financial controls? Why were revenues collected but never remitted? Who authorised payments without records? And will the ICPC, EFCC, and lawmakers move from exposure to prosecution? As billions of naira remain unaccounted for, Bauchi’s audit report is no longer just a financial document—it is a test of whether public office will finally be matched with public accountability.