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Coroner Sets April 14 for Inquest into Death of Chimamanda Adichie’s Son | Diaspora News Today

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 The Lagos Magistrate Court, Yaba, scheduled April 14, 2026, for an inquest into the death of 21-month-old Nkanu Nnamdi Esege, son of author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Dr. Ivara Esege. The child died on January 7 following medical procedures in Lagos, prompting concerns of negligence. Magistrate Atinuke Adetunji ordered witness statements and an autopsy to establish cause of death. Hospitals involved will present accounts during the hearing.



Nigeria, UK Move to Update Migration Management MoU


 

Nigeria and the United Kingdom are working to revise their existing Memorandum of Understanding on migration management and returns to reflect current realities. Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said the updated MoU aims to strengthen lawful, orderly migration while enhancing security collaboration. Discussions in Abuja with UK High Commissioner Richard Montgomery stressed coordinated action on migration governance. Reforms include modernising documentation, improving passport systems, and boosting border security to support legitimate travel and national interests.

 

Nigerian Arrested in Sierra Leone Over Alleged Drug Trafficking



 A Nigerian national, Patrick Nonso, was arrested at Freetown International Airport in Sierra Leone on suspicion of drug trafficking after security officials found multiple wraps of a white powdery substance believed to be cocaine during routine screening. He was carrying an Italian passport and has been taken into custody for interrogation as police investigate the source and destination of the drugs. Authorities said he is cooperating as part of broader efforts to dismantle cross-border trafficking networks. 



 

$2.4bn Grenada National Resort Targets African Investors with Citizenship Offer



 A $2.4 billion luxury resort project in Grenada, backed by the government under its Citizenship by Investment programme, is targeting African investors seeking global mobility through citizenship. The Grenada National Resort, promoted by Optiva Capital Partners and due in 2027, allows qualified investors to gain Grenadian citizenship and visa-free access to over 140 destinations by investing in approved real estate. Stakeholders highlighted investment benefits including equity participation and annual resort stays.




U.S. Court Sentences Former NNPC Executive Okoronkwo to Over Seven Years for Bribery


 A United States federal court sentenced former Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation executive Paulinus Okoronkwo to seven years and three months in prison for accepting a $2.1 million bribe tied to oil drilling contracts. Okoronkwo, 58, surrendered a Los Angeles property and must pay nearly $924,000 in restitution. Prosecutors said the bribe was disguised as consultancy fees for a Chinese-owned oil company. The case highlights U.S. enforcement against international bribery involving Nigerian officials.





NSCDC Arrests 12 Suspected Illegal Immigrants in Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kwara State arrested 12 suspected illegal immigrants in Ilorin after residents raised concerns about unusual activity at a residential building. The men, believed to be from Mali, were found with phones, passports, identity cards, cash, and other items. The state commandant said investigations will determine their purpose in Nigeria before transfer to the Nigeria Immigration Service for profiling and follow-up under immigration laws.



US-Based Engineer Launches AI Platform to Combat Online Fraud



Nigerian-born software engineer Henry Uwabor has launched an AI platform, AI-TrustScore, designed to prevent online fraud by evaluating user reliability before e-commerce transactions. The system uses verified identity, transaction patterns, and delivery data to assess risk in real time. Uwabor said his experience in Nigeria’s informal digital economy inspired the tool to strengthen trust in online markets. The startup has also gained support from NVIDIA and AWS tech programmes.




NAPTIP Rescues 184 Trafficking Victims, Including Three Pregnant Women in Plateau


 The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) rescued 184 human trafficking victims in Plateau State, including three pregnant women, during targeted operations. Victims range from children to adults and are now in rehabilitation, while alleged traffickers face prosecution. The announcement was made at a workshop on Women, Peace and Security. Officials stressed community reporting and strengthened action plans to protect vulnerable populations and prevent trafficking.





UK-Based Nigerian Man Sentenced for Train Sexual Assault

 A UK resident, Esosa Eguakin, 31, was jailed for two years after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting two women on commuter trains in the UK. The Guildford Crown Court also imposed a five-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order restricting his proximity to lone female passengers. The assaults occurred on trains to London Waterloo in August and October 2025. British Transport Police praised victim courage and urged reporting of inappropriate behaviour.





Four Witnesses Give Virtual Testimony in UK Trial of Ex-Nigerian Petroleum Minister

 Four witnesses gave testimony by video link in the UK trial of former Nigerian Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke at Southwark Crown Court, focusing on alleged bribery and corruption related to oil and gas contracts during her tenure. The trial, coordinated with the Federal High Court in Abuja under the Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters Act, continues with additional witnesses scheduled. Alison-Madueke faces six counts including bribery and conspiracy under the UK Bribery Act



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