Robert Imoh, Author at Freedom Online

Edo Government Rearrests Couple Over Alleged Abuse of 11-Year-Old Girl

Robert Imoh — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:23:33 +0000

The Edo State Government has confirmed the rearrest of a woman and her husband over allegations that they physically abused the woman’s 11-year-old daughter. The state said renewed investigations had led to the suspects being taken back into custody and that both would be prosecuted. Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development Eugenia Abdallah disclosed […]

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NCPC Lifts Ban on Christian Pilgrimage to Israel, Retains Jordan Restriction

Robert Imoh — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:17:33 +0000

The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission has approved the resumption of Christian pilgrimage to Israel following a review of security conditions in the Holy Land. NCPC Executive Secretary Bishop Stephen Adegbite announced the decision on Saturday, August 1, 2026, during a visit to Jerusalem. The commission had suspended pilgrimage operations to the region in February amid […]

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Nigeria Records Over 4,700 Cyberattacks Weekly, Expert Warns

Robert Imoh — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:12:41 +0000

Nigeria has experienced an average of more than 4,700 cyberattacks every week since the beginning of 2026, according to cybersecurity professional Anthony Fakiyesi. Fakiyesi warned that keeping sensitive data within the country would not, on its own, provide adequate protection against the growing number of digital threats. He spoke during an interview in Lagos on […]

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Defence Chief Urges Dignified Handling of Fallen Troops on Battlefields

Robert Imoh — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:06:18 +0000

The Chief of Defence Administration, Rear Admiral Gideon Kachim, has called for the respectful recovery, identification and management of military personnel who die during battlefield operations. Kachim said dignified treatment of fallen troops could strengthen morale within the armed forces, provide comfort to bereaved families and improve public confidence in the military. He spoke on […]

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Oriire Abduction Inquiry Sets August 14 Deadline for Public Submissions

Robert Imoh — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:59:24 +0000

The Judicial Commission of Enquiry investigating the abduction of students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area has invited members of the public to submit relevant information before August 14, 2026. The commission said written memoranda would help establish the circumstances surrounding the incident in the Esinele and Yawota communities of Oyo State. The invitation […]

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Okonjo-Iweala: 72% of Global Goods Trade Still Operates Under WTO Rules

Robert Imoh — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:54:22 +0000

About 72 per cent of global goods trade continues to take place under the core rules of the World Trade Organisation despite growing uncertainty over tariffs and international trade policies. WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala disclosed this while addressing participants at the seventh Africa Emerging Markets Forum in Abuja. The event was jointly organised by the […]

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Nigeria Destroys 2,819 Illegal Weapons as Government Sends Warning to Arms Traffickers

Robert Imoh — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:47:53 +0000

The Federal Government has destroyed 2,819 illicit, decommissioned and unserviceable small arms and light weapons as part of efforts to reduce the circulation of illegal firearms across Nigeria. The destruction exercise was conducted on Thursday, July 30, 2026, by the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons in Abuja. According to […]

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Students Commend NELFUND but Seek Timely Upkeep Allowances and Refunds

Robert Imoh — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:39:22 +0000

Beneficiaries of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund in Abia and Imo states have praised the programme for reducing the cost of tertiary education but called for faster payments, greater transparency and improved communication. Students, parents and education stakeholders said NELFUND had enabled many young Nigerians to remain in school despite rising tuition fees and other […]

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Kano Court Sentences 19-Year-Old Woman to Death for Husband’s Killing

Robert Imoh — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:34:22 +0000

A Kano State High Court has sentenced a 19-year-old woman, Saudat Jibrin, to death by hanging after convicting her of culpable homicide in connection with her husband’s death. The victim, Salisu Idris, was 30 years old and was killed nine days after the couple’s wedding. Justice Maryam Sabo delivered the judgment on Thursday, July 30, […]

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NDLEA Uncovers Three Drug Warehouses in Edo, Seizes 2,596kg of Narcotics

Robert Imoh — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:31:01 +0000

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has uncovered three suspected drug warehouses and recovered more than 2.5 tonnes of illicit substances during operations across Edo State. The agency said its operatives seized a total of 2,596.29 kilograms of assorted narcotics in July 2026. Edo State NDLEA Commander, Dr Mitchell Ofoyeju, announced the development on Thursday […]

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NBA Faults Oyo Government Over Unpaid Judges’ Rent and Leave Allowances

Robert Imoh — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:23:10 +0000

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ibadan Branch, has criticized the Oyo State Government over the alleged failure to pay judges’ rent allowances for three years as well as their 2026 leave and vacation allowances. The association described the delay as a development that could undermine judicial independence and affect the effective administration of justice in […]

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Osun Governorship Poll: SDP Denies Endorsing APC Candidate Bola Oyebamiji

Robert Imoh — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:16:45 +0000

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has dismissed reports claiming its Osun State chapter has adopted the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, ahead of the state’s August 15 governorship election. The party described as false a letter circulating online which allegedly stated that the SDP had dissolved its political structure in support of […]

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Lagos Government Steps In as Police Arrest Suspect Over Alleged Threats to Widow

Robert Imoh — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:11:37 +0000

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has stepped into the case of a widow who allegedly faced threats, assault and intimidation from members of her late husband’s family in Ikorodu, as police confirmed the arrest of a suspect. The agency disclosed on Wednesday that it became aware of the incident after reports […]

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AIG Olohundare Jimoh: No Pressure Will Stop Police From Enforcing the Law

Robert Imoh — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:07:20 +0000

Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) Olohundare Jimoh, who heads the Zone 2 Police Command, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to enforce the law without bias, insisting that no intimidation, pressure or misinformation will prevent officers from carrying out their constitutional responsibilities. Jimoh made the remarks on Wednesday in Lagos while receiving […]

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Court Reduces Bail Conditions for Miyetti Allah President Bello Bodejo in $2.63m EFCC Money Laundering Case

Robert Imoh — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:59:56 +0000

The Federal High Court in Abuja has reviewed and eased the bail conditions earlier granted to Bello Bodejo, National President of Miyetti Allah Kauta Hore, who is standing trial over alleged money laundering involving $2.63 million. Justice Salim Ibrahim, sitting as the court’s vacation judge, approved the application after it was presented by Bodejo’s counsel, […]

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