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FG Sues El-Rufai Over NSA Phone-Tapping Claims

The Federal Government has filed a three-count charge against former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai over alleged interception of National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu’s phone communications. The charges, filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja, follow El-Rufai’s televised admission that he and unnamed individuals listened to conversations from a tapped phone.

US Religious Freedom Bill Names Kwankwaso, MACBAN; Nigerian Backlash Mounts

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A proposed United States bill seeking sanctions over alleged religious freedom violations in Nigeria has named former Kano Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and herders’ group MACBAN, triggering sharp reactions from Nigerian political figures. Supporters have rejected the allegations as unfounded, while critics warn the development could strain diplomatic relations and intensify domestic political tensions.

How Phone Interception Is Legally Authorised in Nigeria

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Phone interception in Nigeria is tightly regulated under constitutional and statutory law. While the technology exists, access is restricted and subject to judicial authorisation. This explainer outlines who can legally intercept communications, under what conditions, and what safeguards exist to prevent abuse within Nigeria’s security and intelligence framework.

El-Rufai Wiretap Claim Expands With Alleged Airport Arrest Plot

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Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai has alleged that National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu’s phone was tapped, claiming he learned of an attempt to arrest him at the airport through intercepted communication. The El-Rufai wiretap claim has triggered calls for investigation and raised constitutional and institutional questions about Nigeria’s security architecture.

Tinubu Restates Support for State Police, Urges Lawmakers to Enable Sub-National Policing

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President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his support for the establishment of state police, urging the National Assembly to review relevant laws to enable sub-national policing. Speaking in Umuahia, the President said Nigeria’s size and diversity demand decentralised security structures, describing state police as critical to strengthening national cohesion and addressing rising insecurity.

Soludo Says Sit-at-Home Suspension Is Driving Monday Trade Rebound in Onitsha

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Anambra Governor Charles Soludo says the sit-at-home suspension trade rebound is becoming visible in Onitsha, with increased Monday market activity following recent security enforcement. He linked improved commercial turnout to restored public confidence, though no independent economic data has yet quantified the scale of recovery.

El-Rufai Alleges Attempted Arrest at Abuja Airport, Links Move to Associates’ Detention

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Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has alleged that security operatives attempted to arrest him at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport upon arrival from Cairo. El-Rufai alleged arrest attempt claims were made by his aides, while his legal team says he had already notified the EFCC of a scheduled appearance next week.

Labour Party Secretariat Takeover Deepens Rift as Usman Assumes Control, Abure Cites Appeal

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A Labour Party secretariat takeover in Abuja has intensified factional tensions as rival camps cite competing court orders and leadership claims. Police presence at the premises followed attempts to assert control, while both sides referenced INEC records to justify authority. The dispute now shifts toward legal interpretation rather than street confrontation.

Tinubu Says Terrorism Keeps Him Awake, Pledges Decisive Action

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President Bola Tinubu has described terrorism and banditry as threats that keep him and other Nigerians awake at night, pledging renewed action to defeat insecurity. Speaking at the National Economic Council conference in Abuja, Tinubu framed security as both a national survival issue and an economic constraint, vowing stronger coordination and delivery across affected regions.

Nigeria Immigration Probes Officer Over Alleged Unlawful Detention, Sexual Assault

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The Nigeria Immigration Service has opened an investigation into an officer accused of unlawful detention and sexual assault, following public complaints and calls for accountability. The agency says internal procedures have been activated while authorities review the allegations, a case that places institutional safeguards and due process under close scrutiny as investigations proceed.