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Federal High Court Grants ₦5 Million Bail to Social Media Influencer Justice Chidiebere (Justice Crack)

May 18, 2026 · 2 min read

The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to detained social media commentator Justice Chidiebere, popularly known as “Justice Crack,” in the sum of ₦5 million with one surety, following his arrest over viral posts concerning military welfare.

Governance

Sheikh Gumi Claims Bandits Resort to Kidnapping Due to Financial Pressure, Sparks Nationwide Debate

May 18, 2026 · 1 min read

Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has stated that no government budget is allocated to bandits or herdsmen, adding that alleged pressure from security operations is pushing them into kidnapping to sustain their activities, a remark that has triggered mixed reactions.

Judiciary

Nasir El-Rufai Granted ₦100 Million Bail in Alleged Phone Tapping Case, Ordered to Report Monthly to DSS

May 18, 2026 · 1 min read

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has been granted bail in the sum of ₦100 million over an alleged phone tapping case and directed to report to the DSS headquarters monthly as investigations continue.

State

Bandits Reportedly Kill Abducted Teacher in Oyo State, Heightening Security Concerns

May 18, 2026 · 1 min read

Tragedy has been reported in Oyo State after one of the teachers abducted during recent school attacks was allegedly killed by armed assailants, raising renewed concerns over worsening insecurity in affected communities.

Investigations

Questions Raised Over “Tourist Bus” Operations in Enugu as Residents Demand Proof of Routes and Infrastructure

May 18, 2026 · 2 min read

Concerns have emerged among some residents in Enugu State over the visibility and operation of newly introduced tourist buses reportedly seen only on specific market days, with questions raised about routes, infrastructure, and the state of road development.

Investigations

Concerns Rise Over Progress of Smart School Project at Union Secondary School, Ehamufu Ward 4

May 18, 2026 · 2 min read

Residents of Ehamufu Ward 4 in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area have expressed concern over the status of the Smart School project at Union Secondary School, calling for clarity on its level of completion and urging government intervention to ensure timely delivery.

Elections

PDP Holds Successful House of Representatives Primaries in Enugu as Ogbu and Okoro Emerge Flag Bearers

May 18, 2026 · 2 min read

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has concluded its primary elections for the Udenu/Igboeze North and Igbo-Etiti/Uzo-Uwani federal constituencies, producing Hon. Ikechukwu Ogbu and Engr. Chijioke Okoro as candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Investigations

Concerns Mount Over Smart School Projects in Enugu as Residents Question Cost, Completion, and Impact

May 18, 2026 · 2 min read

Residents across parts of Enugu State have raised concerns over the status of the Smart School initiative, questioning whether the multi-ward education projects are delivering value despite significant government spending and ongoing reports of abandoned or incomplete sites.

Investigations

Concern Grows Over Abandoned Smart School Project in Obinofia Ndiagu Ward

May 18, 2026 · 2 min read

Residents of Obinofia Ndiagu Ward in Ezeagu Local Government Area have voiced concern over the reported abandonment of the Smart School project initiated under the administration of Peter Mbah. The project, designed to deliver modern, technology-driven education through digital facilities and upgraded infrastructure, was expected to transform learning opportunities in the community.

Investigations

Residents Raise Alarm Over Alleged Abandonment of Smart Green School in Neke Uno Ward 2

May 18, 2026 · 2 min read

Concern is mounting among residents of Neke Uno Ward 2 in Isi Uzo Local Government Area over the reported abandonment of the Smart Green School project initiated under the administration of Peter Mbah. Community members say the project, once celebrated as a major step toward modernizing education through digital learning and improved infrastructure, has shown little progress in recent months.