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15/10/2026

Ningi’s account suggests that Mandiya remained undiscovered until Monday, September 7, when concerns about his prolonged absence and a foul smell from the apartment prompted residents to investigate. The precise circumstances of the death, including the reported fall, were presented by Ningi in his tribute to the Senate.

Senator Abdul Ningi has recounted the circumstances surrounding the death of former Katsina South Senator, Bello Mandiya, whose body was discovered in the bathroom of his Abuja residence after he had reportedly been out of contact for about three days.

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VAT revenue, however, declined during the period. A total of ₦816.872 billion was generated from VAT in September, representing a decrease of ₦17.972 billion from the ₦834.843 billion available in August.

The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total of ₦2.428 trillion among the Federal Government, the 36 states and the 774 Local Government Councils as federation revenue for September 2026.

15/10/2026

“The charges related to Ekpa’s alleged activities aimed at re-establishing an independent state in the Biafra region of southeastern Nigeria, which was briefly independent in the late 1960s,” Yle reported.

A Finnish Court of Appeal has reduced the prison sentence imposed on pro-Biafran agitator Simon Ekpa from six years to four years while upholding his conviction on terrorism-related charges.

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*Says “Older Silks Deserve Respect, New Silks Deserve A Dignified Welcome”

"Politicians, public officials, family members and friends of the new silks are welcome to attend and share in the celebration. However, accommodating all invited guests requires careful planning, effective coordination and a reliable admission process." He is careful to disclaim any entitlement arising from status.

*Says “Older Silks Deserve Respect, New Silks Deserve A Dignified Welcome”

15/10/2026

“The complaint in Belgium concerns the capture of resources by Belgian citizens and the laundering of funds derived from the misappropriation of mining revenues and resources belonging to local communities, to the detriment of the Congolese state,” he said.

Belgian police have carried out searches at several addresses in Brussels and surrounding suburbs as part of a money-laundering investigation linked to alleged diversion of mining revenues from the Democratic Republic of Congo, with lawyers behind the complaint saying relatives and associates of Pre...

15/10/2026

In dismissing the case, Justice Ekwo held that the EFCC ought not to have proceeded with the prosecution after the Attorney-General of the Federation had, in a 2018 letter, directed that the defendants should not be prosecuted because the available evidence was insufficient to sustain the allegations.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted businessman Aliyu Abubakar and seven other defendants of money laundering, criminal misappropriation, forgery and related charges arising from the management of funds belonging to Malabu Oil and Gas Limited.

15/10/2026

“Beyond its role as a sporting festival, it serves as a unique platform for fostering unity, friendship, physical fitness, mental well-being, and professional camaraderie among judicial officers and judiciary staff across the federation.

The 32nd edition of the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Sports Competition to be hosted by Kaduna State will begin from October 16, the National Sports Association for Judiciary (NASAJ) has announced.

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"So, it means whatever happens, pollution is already in the river, either as a result of decayed bodies or as oil that dropped into the river, and any other pollution that went into the water thereof."

A Nigerian Air Force aircraft came down in the swamp at Igbokoda, the headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Monday, 5 October 2026, killing all 25 people on board.

15/10/2026

The court had earlier granted Topba bail in the sum of N10 million with two sureties in like sum, subject to conditions imposed by the court. He remains on bail pending the commencement of his trial. Topba is facing a four-count charge, to which he has pleaded not guilty.

The Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has fixed January 18 and 19, 2027, for the trial of Gani Topba, leader and spokesman of the Conscience of Ogoni People, over allegations bordering on terrorism, cybercrime and calls for the unlawful takeover of oil assets in Ogoniland.

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Other members of the new national executive include Omotayo Awomolo-Enuguigha, FICMC, as Vice President, Training; Babatunde Oyefeso, FICMC, as Vice President, Marketing and Membership Drive; and Chioma Afuba, FICMC, as Vice President, Continuing Professional Development.

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