P&ID: FG Recovers $200m Bond, $10m Award

In order to defend the $11 billion arbitral award against Process and Industrial Development (P&amp, ID) Ltd., the Federal Government has recovered the sum of $200 million and another $ 10 million bond it deposited as bond in a UK court.

Lateef Fagbemi, the minister of justice and the attorney general of the Federation, made this known on Thursday during a visit by a team of lawyers representing the UK to the Ministry led by Shaistah Akhtar.

Fagbemi applauded Akhtar and Kofo Salam-Alada, a former ministerial director of legal, for their legal victories and successful recovery of funds from the Federal Government.

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Many people do not believe that the FGN-P&amp, ID coordinating team’s dedication and sincerity, which was led by Kofo Salam-Alada, who provided me with the necessary support, despite the fact that the entire country has applauded our success in the Process &amp, Industrial Developments Ltd (P&amp, ID) case and applauded my resilience and determination not to negotiate or settle with the fraudsters.

A golden fish has no hiding place, according to Fagbemi, who also expressed his happiness at Salam-Alada’s retirement from the service.

Prior to P&amp, ID losing the case, Akthar, who was accompanied by Lydia Allaby, explained that the $10 million was being given to Nigeria from the $20 million that had already been awarded to it. However, she added that the firm is bringing legal challenges to the $ 10 million outstanding.

Sit-At-Home Order Losing Grip, Southeast Security Improving – Ribadu

The “sit-at-home” rule being enforced by separatist groups in the South-East is quickly losing its grip, according to National Security Advisor Nuhu Ribadu, with security conditions in the area showing marked improvements.

Ribadu described the progress made under President Bola Tinubu’s administration at the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Summit on Thursday in Abuja, where the Federal Government presented its two-year scorecard.

Ribadu noted that the separatist campaign has been significantly weakened by the capture or neutralization of key members of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN).

He declared that “the sit-at-home” orders are becoming less effective, and that attacks on security personnel in the area have decreased significantly.

He revealed that as normal social and economic activities gradually return to the South-East, more than 50 police stations and posts have been rebuilt.

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Ribadu described the past year as a “watershed” in the fight against armed bandits in the North-West.

Since President Tinubu took office, 11, 250 hostages have been saved, he claims, reflecting a decline in the number of hostages seized.

Famous individuals like Ali Kachalla, Boderi, Halilu Sububu, Dangote, Isuhu Yellow, and Damuna were among the ones who were left out, according to Ribadu, who claimed “we have delivered decisive blows to top warlords.”

He claimed that hundreds of foot soldiers, over 70 deputy commanders, and more than 50 “Kachales,” have been neutralized in ‘target operations’. Additionally, over 35 warlords have given up as part of the government’s non-kinetic plan known as the “Kaduna Model.”

He added that to support deradicalization and reintegration, a new procedure, Operation Safe Corridor North West, was developed.

Terrorists are “surrendering.”

Ribadu cited the significant gains made by the counter-insurgency campaign in the North-East.

More than 124, 408 Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters and their families have surrendered, compared to the previous 1343 terrorists and criminals who were neutralized.

At least 11, 118 weapons, plus 596 rounds of ammunition, have been recovered and destroyed by security forces.

He continued, citing the importance of community resettlement and economic recovery, “operations are ongoing in the Timbuktu Triangle, Tumbu islands, and other enclaves.”

According to Ribadu, “security efforts have resulted in the destruction of 3, 849 dugout pits and 3, 773 illegal cooking ovens” in the oil-rich Niger Delta.

He claimed that all pipelines are now fully operational and that there has been a 47% drop in infractions for the first time in years.

According to Ribadu, “Production has increased by 1.8 million barrels per day,” adding that Ogoniland’s oil production will resume after more than three decades.

He attributed these improvements to regional multi-agency security operation Operation Delta Safe.

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The government’s response to emerging cyberspace threats was also covered by the National Security Advisor.

He cited the investigation into Binance as the beginning of a crackdown on illegal activity involving cryptocurrency platforms.

According to Ribadu, “Many shady accounts” involving terrorism, banditry, and separatist activities have been closed down.

He disclosed that a brand-new National Information Infrastructure Protection Plan has been approved and is currently being implemented.

According to him, the National Digital Forensic Laboratory is now actively assisting national military and law enforcement investigations.

In addition to regional instability in the Sahel and Lake Chad Basin, Ribadu cited other pressing issues that Nigeria is facing, including global threats like organized crime, terrorism, and cybercrime.

He argued that insecurity is worsening in neighboring Mali, Niger, and Burkinabe due to climate change and the proliferation of small arms.

Significant improvements have been made in addressing Nigeria’s complex security landscape since May 29, 2023, he claimed.

He claims that more sophisticated intelligence gathering, targeted interventions, and increased security operations have started to stabilize key hotspots and reduce casualties.

Ribadu emphasized the importance of responsive governance, infrastructure development, and long-term stability.

Coalition: Atiku, Peter Obi, El-Rufai, Others In Talks, Says Ex-VP’s Spokesman

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s spokesman, Paul Ibe, reported that Nasir El-Rufai, a former governor of Kaduna State, and his principal, Peter Obi, are in discussions about how to form a coalition ahead of the 2027 election. &nbsp,

He confirmed rumors of a planned coalition to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday while answering questions on Channels Television’s Politics Today and Politics Today.

Ibe said on the program, “Well, you and I know that there have been ongoing discussions between Atiku Abubakar and some opposition leaders: Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai.”

“Yes, it’s open to the public. According to the aspirations and aspirations of Nigerians, a position and the direction we’re going to follow will be discussed while the discussion is still ongoing.

In the presidential election in 2019, Atiku and Obi contested under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). The former vice president was the candidate at the time.

There are rumors that both heavyweights will share the same ticket in the upcoming presidential election despite their defeat to Muhammadu Buhari of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

When Ibe was asked if the two men would share the same ticket, Ibe responded, “That’s what I’m actually saying is that that ticket was and is still is.”

However, the decision-making process is left up to the individual to determine how they proceed. Let’s avoid advancing over them, therefore. They are conversing, Ibe said.

Many people attribute the crisis to the country’s major opposition parties, PDP and other parties, and have seen more interest in talks about a coalition.

El-Rufai, who served under the APC for two terms as governor of Kaduna State, abruptly quit the organization for various personal and political reasons. Many praised the Social Democratic Party (SDP), which he and others teamed up with as the coalition’s platform.

However, Obi, the Labour Party (LP) candidate for president in the 2023 election, has downplayed the possibility of joining a coalition.

Akpabio, Yahaya Bello To Testify At Natasha’s Defamation Trial

During the defamation trial of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, Senators’ Senators, Senators’ Senators, and former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello would testify as witnesses.

The Federal Government is prosecuting the Kogi Central lawmaker at the FCT High Court in Abuja.

During a live television broadcast, she allegedly made disparaging remarks about Akpabio and Bello.

The only defendant in the May 16 lawsuit is Akpoti-Uduaghan &nbsp.

The senator was charged by the government of “making imputation knowing or having reason to believe that making imputation will harm a person’s reputation,” citing Section 391 of the penal code, CAP 89, and the 1990 federal laws. Section 392 of the same law imposes penalties for the offense.

According to the witness list, Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, and Godswill Akpabio, the Senate president, will testify during the trial.

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One of the allegations involved former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello and former Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Natasha accuses the duo of having an assassination plot.

The Senator is being accused of making an imputation after knowing or having cause to believe that it will harm a person’s reputation, according to Section 391 of the Penal Code Law, Cap 89, Laws of the Federation, 1990. Section 392 of the same law imposes penalties for the offense.

The Senator was accused of fabricating Senator Akpabio’s accusations in the TV interview, saying that “It was part of the meeting, the discussions that Akpabio had with Yahaya Bello that night eliminate me.”

Let’s ask the Senate President: “If not to make me more vulnerable to attacks, why did he first withdraw my security?” Then he emphasized that Kogi should kill me, but that I should also be.

Who will receive justice for me if the dead men who tell no tales don’t want to stay alive? According to a statement from the Senator, the Senator was aware of the possibility that such imputations would harm the Senate President’s reputation.

In violation of Section 391 of the Penal Code Law, Cap. 2, Akpoti-Uduaghan was charged with making an imputation knowing or having cause to believe that such imputation would harm a person’s reputation. 1989, and are subject to Section 392 of the same Law, according to the 1990 Laws of the Federation.

Several Dead As Plane Crashes Into California Neighborhood

A small plane crashed into a California neighborhood at dawn on Thursday, killing several people and ignoring cars.

When the Cessna 550 slammed into the ground in San Diego, at least 10 homes were destroyed or hit by debris that spread over a large area. Cars on both sides of the street also caught fire.

According to Assistant Fire Department Chief Dan Eddy, San Diego, there have been more than one fatality so far, but we are still waiting to find the registered numbers on the plane itself.

Every car that was on both sides of the street was taken out when the jet fuel came down, he said, adding, “We have jet fuel all over the place.”

On May 22, 2025, a small plane crashed on a residential street in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sandy Huffaker/AFP)

One resident reported to the local Fox affiliate that he had eluded leaving his house quickly.

The man, who declined to provide a name, said, “I looked out the window and there was just flames everywhere.”

“Then the boom, boom, boom, boom, chain reaction began.” And I’m like: ‘ Whoa'”.

A line of burning fuel linked the flaming cars in the immediate aftermath of the collision.

No one on the ground was seriously injured or killed, according to Eddy, who added, “miraculously.”

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On May 22, 2025, a small plane crashed into a residential street in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sandy Huffaker/AFP)

Images of one home’s roof that were blackened and collapsing revealed how difficult it had been for some people.

A number of trees were burned, as well as twisted and charred vehicles. As authorities searched the area for clues hours after the crash, the smell of gasoline persisted.

When the plane, which had come from Kansas, was approaching Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport, there was heavy fog.

The Murphy Canyon neighborhood was hit by the plane, which can carry up to eight people, according to the Federal Aviation Administration, which crashed at 3:45 am (1145 GMT).

On May 22, 2025, a small plane crashed on a residential street in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sandy Huffaker/AFP)

The majority of the housing in the area was military-built. US Navy installations, Marine Corps installations, and Coast Guard installations are all located in San Diego.

Police officers had gone door to door removing people from their homes, according to Zane Baker, a senior in the area.

He told broadcaster KTLA, “I immediately just rushed to the front door, just looking outside, seeing what’s happening.”

“I made sure all of my siblings were present, conscious, and alright.”

Numerous people have been evacuated from their homes, with many now fumbling about in confusion, according to Baker, who described himself as a “Navy rat” — the son of a servicemember.

“Our parking lots and other areas are completely filled,” we claim. Many of the entryways are blocked. There is no entry or exit for visitors. It’s a confusing mess.

A number of incidents, which have heightened public confidence in flying, came at a time when there was more tension in the skies above America.

In recent weeks, there have been at least two air traffic control outages at the busy Newark airport on the East Coast, and a passenger plane and a military helicopter collided in midair over Washington in January.

A small plane crashed into a residential neighborhood northwest of Los Angeles, killing two passengers on board this month.

Gunmen Abduct 76-Year-Old Retired Major In Kogi

A 76-year-old retired Nigerian Army Major, Joe Ajayi, was taken from his residence in Odo-Ape, Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, by gunmen.

Ajayi, a former member of the Kabba-Bunu chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), was reportedly kidnapped on Wednesday at around 11:30 p.m.

The attackers stormed the area and fired sporadic gunshots for more than an hour before escorting the retired army officer to an unknown location, according to a local source.

Ajayi’s health is deteriorating, which is becoming more fragile as a result of his age, and the potential dangers that his captivity may present to his fellow citizens.

The abduction has heightened local concern and spurred renewed calls for better security measures.

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Kogi is located in northern Nigeria.

The Okun Development Association (ODA) raised concern about Okunland’s rising rate of insecurity shortly after this incident. In Okoloke, Yagba West Local Government Area, the ODA had earlier decried the recent abduction of a top-class traditional ruler, and it was therefore urgent that both the federal and state governments as well as security forces do so.

The community is in shock and fear as a result of the most recent abduction, which further underscores the concerns of the ODA.

A council member was kidnapped from his home earlier this year. A child and three other people were taken from a farm in the same community just days later, highlighting the region’s growing threat of insecurity.

Four people were abducted while gunmen attacked Okoloke, an agrarian community in Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State for the third time in seven days.

An unidentified number of armed men stormed the area on Tuesday morning in the early hours of the incident.