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Simon Ekpa’s conviction has exposed Nigeria, FG should release Kanu – Lawyer

Activist lawyer, Maduabuchi Idam, has said the conviction of a self-acclaimed Biafra Prime Minister, Simon Ekpa, by a Finnish Court within one year has exposed the Nigerian criminal justice system. Idam said the Finnish Court has exposed Nigeria’s criminal justice system to scorn, mockery and dishonor before the international community. In a terse statement he
Simon Ekpa’s conviction has exposed Nigeria, FG should release Kanu – Lawyer

Activist lawyer, Maduabuchi Idam, has said the conviction of a self-acclaimed Biafra Prime Minister, Simon Ekpa, by a Finnish Court within one year has exposed the Nigerian criminal justice system.

Idam said the Finnish Court has exposed Nigeria’s criminal justice system to scorn, mockery and dishonor before the international community.

In a terse statement he signed, the lawyer said the Nigerian government should not be influenced by the court judgment but should consider releasing Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB.

He said: “Securing a verdict in Simon Ekpa’s case in less than a year is more of interest to me than the conviction itself.

“The expeditious conclusion of Ekpa’s case by the Finnish court has exposed Nigeria’s criminal justice system to scorn, mockery and dishonor before the international community.

“Rather than gloat over the news, the government should seize the time to reflect on the practice and procedures of its criminal justice for possible improvement.

“Importantly, the Federal Government must not be influenced by the conviction but should consider the release of Mr. kanu as the best peaceable option for the southeast, especially at the moment.”

On Monday, a Päijät-Häme District Court in Finland sentenced Ekpa to six years imprisonment for terrorism offences.

Finnish authorities had on November 21, 2024 arrested Ekpa following an investigation by its National Bureau of Investigation into allegations of inciting terrorism and promoting violence through social media, activity that was believed to have contributed to unrest in southeastern Nigeria.

Ekpa was linked to terrorism activities in the Southeast.

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El-Rufai doesn’t understand democracy  —  Shehu Sani

Former lawmaker, who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani, has lambasted the immediate past governor of the state, Nasir El-Rufai, accusing him of undermining democratic values and fostering political thuggery during his tenure. The ex-senator made this statement following the blame game between El-Rufai and the Kaduna State Government over the disruption of the
El-Rufai doesn’t understand democracy  —  Shehu Sani

Former lawmaker, who represented Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Shehu Sani, has lambasted the immediate past governor of the state, Nasir El-Rufai, accusing him of undermining democratic values and fostering political thuggery during his tenure.

The ex-senator made this statement following the blame game between El-Rufai and the Kaduna State Government over the disruption of the inauguration of the transition committee members of the ADC coalition in the state by suspected thugs over the weekend.

Featuring on ‘Politics Tonight’, a programme on TVC on Monday, Sani said the ex-governor lacked a true understanding of democracy because he never participated in the struggle to restore it in Nigeria.

“For people like Nasir, when they found themselves in a position or office, they don’t know what democracy is all about because they didn’t fight for it.

“He’s an unknown figure before 1999 and became a PDP (member). He has never been in the cell for one. He has never been in prison. He has never worn handcuffs,” Sani said.

He also alleged that El-Rufai former fostered a culture of political violence in Kaduna during his tenure.

He further slammed El-Rufai’s leadership style, describing him as arrogant and intolerant of dissent.

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Strengthen child rights awareness – UNICEF to media

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on media practitioners to amplify advocacy for child protection in Nigeria. Mr. Rahama Rihood Mohammed Farah, Chief, UNICEF Field Office, Kano, made the call in his keynote address at a two-day training on Ethical Journalism and Child Rights for Media Practitioners in Northwest held in Kano. He cautioned
Strengthen child rights awareness – UNICEF to media

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on media practitioners to amplify advocacy for child protection in Nigeria.

Mr. Rahama Rihood Mohammed Farah, Chief, UNICEF Field Office, Kano, made the call in his keynote address at a two-day training on Ethical Journalism and Child Rights for Media Practitioners in Northwest held in Kano.

He cautioned them to be ethical and professional, especially in reporting children’s issues in Nigeria.

According to him, “Ethical reporting builds trust and heals division, especially in nations or societies with diverse ethnicities, religions, and perspectives like Nigeria.

“The story of northwest Nigeria, especially where insecurity prevailed should not just be a chronicle of challenges, but also of resilience, community, and hope.

“The choices the media make every day on what to report, how to report it, and whom to protect— will directly shape the narrative of the region and the future of its children.”

Earlier in his welcome address, Director Child Right Information Bureau (CRIB) of the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, Mr. Tote Falayi said the programme is in collaboration with UNICEF.

He said the workshop is aimed at understanding the legal and ethical frameworks governing the reporting of children in Nigeria, including the Child Rights Act, identify and mitigate risks associated with reporting on children and ensuring their safety, privacy, and dignity are protected.

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Relief material distribution turns chaotic in Niger as beneficiaries loot items

A relief materials distribution programme organized by Hon. Adamu Tanko, lawmaker representing Suleja/Tafa, Constituency in Niger State descended into chaos when a crowd of people allegedly resorted to looting of items. The incident occurred on Sunday when a crowd of people rushed to collect foodstuffs and other items, leading to a stampede. DAILY POST learnt
Relief material distribution turns chaotic in Niger as beneficiaries loot items

A relief materials distribution programme organized by Hon. Adamu Tanko, lawmaker representing Suleja/Tafa, Constituency in Niger State descended into chaos when a crowd of people allegedly resorted to looting of items.

The incident occurred on Sunday when a crowd of people rushed to collect foodstuffs and other items, leading to a stampede.

DAILY POST learnt that the items were gathered in the Suleja local government stadium and beneficiaries were expected to come and collect their shares.

However, it was said that instead of forming lines in an orderly manner to collect their shares, beneficiaries resorted to rushing to the venue and looting them.

The programme turned into a chaotic situation and efforts by security officers to retrieve the relief materials from them failed as many ran away with the materials.

Confirming the development, the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun in a statement said some members of the public attempted to disrupt the empowerment programme organized by the lawmaker.

According to him, “On 31/8/2025 at about 4pm, during an empowerment programme of Hon. Adamu Tanko representing Suleja/Tafa which took place at Suleja Stadium, some members of the crowd attempted to disrupt the exercise, and began to pick some of the food items away.”

The PRO explained that police operatives and other security personnel deployed at the programme controlled the situation.

Abiodun disclosed that the security personnel retrieved the items and normalcy was restored without any hitch.

Relief material distribution turns chaotic in Niger as beneficiaries loot items