Former Kaduna Central Senator,Shehu Sani,had announced his intention to contest for re-election in the 2027 general elections.

Sani made the declaration on Sunday while delivering his Eid-el-Firt message at his residence in Kaduna.

"Any politicians contesting an election depends on the political equation that determines the position to we for,if the conditions are right and the equations are favourite,I will offer myself to contest specially for the Central senatorial district," he stated.

He further emphasised that his ambition remains secondary to ensuring the re-election of Governor Uba Sani for a second term.

"For now,our priority is to see that incumbent governor,Uba Sani,is re-elected.We will work with all our might and strength to achieve this.We know there will be challenges and opposition,but we are well well prepared for all forces," he added.

Sani also used the occasion to urge Muslim to pray for Nigeria's peace and unity during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.Additionally,he condemned the recent killing of hunters in Edo State,calling on security agencies to apprenhend the perpetrators.

"If citizens cannot move freely across he country,then we are not truly a nation.If individuals take the law into their hands for any reason,it means there is no government or authority," he lamented.

He called on all Nigerians who desire a better country to work towards peace and unity for the preservation of democracy, despite the challenges being experienced.

Sani also urged the government to uphold fundamental human rights particularly the right to life,as a crucial step towards national stability and development.

Marine Le Pen, the figurehead of the ascendant far-right political movement in France, was hit with a non-custodial prison sentence and barred from running in elections for five years on Monday as a court found her guilty of embezzling European Union funds to pay members of her National Rally party's staff.

In handing down the sentence, the judge said the public office ban would take effect immediately and she will not be able to appeal, which means Le Pen will not be able to run for the French presidency in 2027.

"The court took into consideration, in addition to the risk of reoffending, the major disturbance of public order if a person already convicted... was a candidate in the presidential election," judge Benedicte de Perthuis, was quoted as saying by the French news agency AFP.

De Perthuis also sentenced Le Pen to four years in prison, but said that part of her sentence would be served with her wearing an electronic tag, not in prison, and that two years of the sentence would be suspended. He also fined her more than $100,000. Both the fine and the prison sentence can be appealed.

Recent polling has shown Le Pen is likely to have won at least a first round in France's next national election, though it is much less clear how she would have fared in a second round against a more moderate candidate.

Far-right political figures across Europe — including the Netherlands' Geert Wilders and Italy's Matteo Salvini — condemned the verdict Monday.

In Russia, meanwhile, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov claimed Le Pen's sentencing was evidence of European nations "going down the path of trampling over democratic norms."

"Of course, we do not want to interfere in France's internal affairs, we have never done so, and this is France's internal affair," said Peskov, "but in general, our observations of European capitals show that they are not at all reluctant to go beyond democracy during the political process."

Le Pen, 56, garnered 41% of the ballots in the last French presidential election in 2022, and has made no secret of her desire to run again for the nation's highest office.

Sat in the front row of the Paris court, Le Pen whispered "incredible" as the judge detailed his reasoning for the guilty verdict. She walked out of the court before the sentences were even announced.

Le Pen, along with eight current or former party members, had faced up to 10 years in prison on the embezzlement charges. A dozen others who served as parliamentary aides for the National Rally party, formerly the National Front, also received guilty verdicts for their role in the scheme.

The judge said Le Pen and her colleagues did not enrich themselves personally, but called the embezzlement "a democratic bypass" that duped the French parliament and voters. He said Le Pen was at the center of "a system" used to syphon off EU money intended to pay EU parliamentary aides to pay party staff instead between 2004 and 2016.

Le Pen has denied any wrongdoing, claiming prosecutors were "only interested" in barring her from the presidential election. She told La Tribune Dimanche newspaper on Sunday, before the verdict was handed down, that the judges had "the right of life or death over our movement."

Le Pen may have no choice now but to cede her party's presidential ambitions to its current president, Jordan Bardella, a 29-year-old who took over as National Rally leader in 2021.

‘Confess Or Die’: Former Detainees Expose Shocking Torture, Killings At Infamous Imo Tiger Base Police Unit


A cloud of fear hangs over the people of Imo State, particularly those who have encountered the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Imo State Police Command, widely known as Tiger Base Police.

Survivors of the unit’s detention recount horrifying experiences, describing their ordeal as akin to “walking through the valley of the shadow of death.”

Many former detainees refuse to speak, fearing rearrest or retaliation. However, those who have come forward reveal disturbing details of alleged torture, extortion, and extrajudicial killings, according to a report done by Juliana Francis and facilitated by the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre (RULAAC).

Disturbing Accounts

Chinonso, one of the few brave survivors, shared her harrowing experience: “I was detained for three months. My brother repeatedly tried to bail me out, but the police told him that they wouldn’t release me until I confessed. I didn’t know what they wanted me to confess to.”

She continued: “I was locked up in a room without ventilation. The heat was too much, and most of us in detention had rashes all over our bodies. There were women I met in the cell, and even though I spent three months there, I still left them behind.”

Chinonso was arrested in 2024 after her phone was stolen while charging.

“They said my stolen phone and SIM had to do with a murder case,” she recalled.

“I was not allowed to write a statement for three months. My mother, a widow, wrote a petition to a human rights organisation, and that was when my case turned around.”

Another victim, Reverend Onyekwere Elemuwa, lost his 34-year-old nephew, Ekene Francis Elemuwa, in Tiger Base custody.

“Ekene was hale and healthy when he was arrested, but he was later brought out in a body bag,” Onyekwere said.

He detailed the events: “On the 28th of August 2023, at about 8:00 pm, Ekene went out with his friend, Ikemba. They were taken to Tiger Base.

“The following day, Ekene asked to contact his family, but the police refused. On September 4, he died. His cellmates insisted that it was his corpse that the police carried out.”

Onyekwere further lamented: “The police seized his phone and did not allow him to contact his family. They did not arraign him in court. We still do not know his offence or why he was arrested and detained.”

Ekene’s family only learned of his death through a former detainee who had been released. When they approached the police, they were initially denied information.

“Inspector Moses, Ekene’s IPO, refused to answer questions about his case file or offence. Even now, we do not know where his corpse is,” Onyekwere stated.

Despite petitions to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, the family still has no clear answers.

“The police said he became sick in detention, was taken to the hospital, and then died,” Onyekwere recounted.

“But when I asked if he died inside the police cell, the police vehicle, or the hospital, they did not answer.”

Investigations reveal that Tiger Base Police continue to operate with impunity, violating both national and international human rights laws.

Survivors recount stories of starvation, forced confessions, and threats to keep silent. Many remain too afraid to share their stories, fearing that speaking out will cost them their lives.

Opara was bewildered when he found himself at Tiger Base Police Station over a mere landlord-tenant dispute.

He said, “I never imagined that a civil matter like this would land me in a notorious police unit known for handling violent crimes.

“My lawyer was already handling the case in court, so why was I being arrested?”

Upon arrival at Tiger Base, Opara was immediately thrown into a filthy cell without being informed of any charges. He spent three nights in detention, during which he witnessed horrific acts of brutality.

“People with gunshot wounds were writhing in pain. Some detainees whispered to me that they had been in custody for months without any court hearing. Others recounted tales of torture and forced confessions,” he narrated.

‘Police Extortion’

Opara recalled how officers repeatedly pressured him to pay a hefty sum for his release.

“At first, they asked for N500,000, but when I told them I didn’t have such an amount of money, they reduced it to N300,000.

“Eventually, after several negotiations, my family managed to secure my release with N200,000,” he said.

According to Opara, the way police officers at Tiger Base operate is a direct violation of human rights.

“I saw innocent people suffering for crimes they did not commit,” he lamented.

“Some were arrested simply because they couldn’t afford bail, and they remained there indefinitely. If a person is declared wanted, rather than investigate the matter, they go after his relatives. It’s a lawless place,” he lamented.

According to the report, further investigations revealed that several individuals arrested at Tiger Base had simply vanished without a trace. Families of some detainees have spent months searching for their loved ones, only to be met with silence from the authorities.

A relative of one such detainee, Mr. Chukwudi, narrated his ordeal.

“My younger brother was picked up on his way back from work. For weeks, we searched every police station in Owerri until someone whispered to us that he was taken to Tiger Base.

“When we got there, the officers denied having him in their custody. To this day, we don’t know if he is alive or dead,” he said, tears streaming down his face.

A human rights lawyer, Barrister Nduka, explained that Tiger Base operates like a rogue unit.

“It is an illegal detention facility where people are held incommunicado. Many detainees are tortured until they confess to crimes they never committed. Some do not make it out alive,” he asserted.

The horrifying accounts from former detainees, families, and activists have sparked renewed calls for urgent reforms in the Nigeria Police Force. Human rights groups, including Amnesty International and the National Human Rights Commission, have condemned the extrajudicial killings, torture, and extortion rampant at Tiger Base.

Barrister Nduka emphasised the need for immediate action.

“The Nigerian government must dismantle Tiger Base and prosecute officers involved in human rights violations. A legal system should uphold justice, not oppress innocent citizens,” he stated.

As the pressure mounts, the big question remains: will the Nigerian authorities take decisive action to shut down Tiger Base and hold those responsible accountable? For now, victims like Opara and countless others continue to live with the trauma inflicted upon them by the very institution meant to protect them.

The legal implications of these actions by Tiger Base Police Personnel are profound. Human rights advocates argue that the continued detention and alleged torture of individuals at the Tiger Base facility violate multiple provisions of Nigerian and international law.

Legal experts have pointed out that arbitrary arrests, detentions without trial, and excessive use of force are all breaches of Nigeria’s constitutional provisions. Section 34(1) of the Nigerian Constitution states that "every individual is entitled to respect for the dignity of his person," which includes the right not to be subjected to torture or to inhuman or degrading treatment. Furthermore, Section 35(1) guarantees the right to personal liberty, making unlawful detentions a clear violation.

Despite these legal safeguards, multiple testimonies from victims indicate that Tiger Base Police Personnel operate with impunity, using their position to detain and abuse individuals without accountability. Civil society groups have repeatedly called for the disbandment of this unit, citing its numerous human rights abuses and unlawful detention practices.

Meanwhile, RULAAC has documented numerous cases of alleged extortion, illegal detentions, and torture attributed to Tiger Base Police.

RULAAC’s Executive Director, Okechukwu Nwanguma, stated: “There is a culture of impunity that allows these atrocities to persist. The Nigerian police have an obligation to uphold the law, not violate it. The government must act swiftly to investigate these allegations and hold those responsible accountable.”

In light of these revelations, several legal practitioners and human rights organisations have called for an independent investigation into the activities of Tiger Base Police Personnel. They argue that a transparent probe is necessary to determine the extent of human rights violations and to ensure justice for the victims.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has also weighed in on the matter, emphasising the need for police reforms. The NBA’s Human Rights Committee has demanded that all detainees held at Tiger Base without charge be immediately released or presented before a competent court.

International bodies such as Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch have also expressed concerns over the reports emerging from Tiger Base. They have urged the Nigerian government to comply with its international human rights obligations, including the prohibition of torture and unlawful detentions.

As public outcry grows, stakeholders are urging the federal government to take decisive action. The call for accountability extends beyond Tiger Base to the entire policing system in Nigeria, which has faced longstanding accusations of corruption and abuse of power.

For victims like Mr. Promise and Mrs. Excel Ihekweme, justice remains elusive. However, with sustained advocacy and legal pressure, there is hope that reforms can be enacted to prevent further abuses and ensure that law enforcement agencies operate within the bounds of the law.

Victims and human rights organisations have accused the unit of unlawful detentions, extrajudicial killings, and torture, raising serious concerns over law enforcement practices in the region.

Families of victims have recounted harrowing experiences, with many claiming their loved ones were arrested without charge and never seen again. "We have been searching for my brother for over a year now," one relative stated. "The police have refused to give us any information on his whereabouts."

Human rights groups, including Amnesty International, have demanded urgent government intervention, insisting that the Tiger Base unit operates with impunity.

"There must be accountability for these violations," an Amnesty spokesperson said. "The Nigerian authorities must ensure justice for victims and their families."

Eyewitnesses have also shared accounts of severe torture methods allegedly used within the detention facility. One former detainee, who was released after months in custody, described being subjected to beatings and electric shocks. "They wanted me to confess to a crime I didn’t commit," he recalled.

Legal practitioners in Rivers State have joined the outcry, calling for a thorough review of the unit’s operations. Barrister Chinedu Okeke, a human rights lawyer, argued that the lack of oversight has led to gross misconduct. "This unit has become a law unto itself. There must be reforms to prevent further abuses," he said.

The Rivers State Police Command has denied the allegations, insisting that its officers operate within the bounds of the law.

"We take human rights seriously and will investigate any credible claims of misconduct," a spokesperson stated. However, activists remain sceptical, pointing out that past allegations against the unit have not led to meaningful action.

Local activists have begun staging protests to demand justice for victims. On Monday, demonstrators gathered outside government offices, holding placards that read "End Police Brutality" and "Justice for the Missing."

Amid growing pressure, lawmakers in the state assembly have called for a legislative probe into the Tiger Base operations. "The safety of our citizens is paramount. We cannot ignore these troubling reports," one legislator stated.

With public anger rising, many Nigerians are calling on the federal government to step in. "If the state authorities fail to act, we will take our case to international bodies," a victim’s family member warned.

The outcome of these calls for investigation remains uncertain, but the demands for justice continue to grow louder.

This report was supported by the Rule of Law and Accountability Advocacy Centre as part of its interventions in addressing insecurity in the southeast and its impact on human rights, civic space, and development.

Astronomers have recently unveiled an extraordinary discovery in the cosmos: a new exoplanet named Enaiposha, located 47 light-years from our solar system. Initially thought to be a mini-Neptune, this distant world has revealed surprising features that have led scientists to propose a completely new category for it—a super-Venus.

A Surprising “super-Venus”
At first glance, Enaiposha, also known as GJ 1214 b, was classified as a typical mini-Neptune, a category of exoplanets smaller than Neptune but still rich in gases. However, after further study using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), astronomers have discovered that the planet shares more in common with Venus than previously thought.

Scientists have now proposed calling it a super-Venus, as it appears to have a thick atmosphere composed of hydrogen, helium, water vapor, methane, and carbon dioxide.

This study published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters, led by the two astronomers Everett Schlawin and Kazumasa Ohno was made after they observed faint traces of these gases across the planet’s spectrum.

Breaking The Mold of mini-Neptunes
While planets like Enaiposha, categorized as sub-Neptunes, are common throughout the Milky Way, they are absent from our own solar system. These planets typically have thick, gaseous atmospheres, but what sets Enaiposha apart is the presence of hazes and aerosols that make spectroscopic analysis incredibly challenging.

Venus also has dense clouds that obscure its surface, but Enaiposha takes this phenomenon to a new extreme. Astronomers were able to detect several intriguing signs in the planet’s atmosphere.

During its transit across its star, scientists noticed specific wavelengths of light being absorbed, revealing the presence of metal-rich elements and gases such as carbon dioxide and methane. These findings indicate that the planet’s atmosphere is much more complex than scientists had initially anticipated.

A Faint Signal From Carbon Dioxide
Perhaps the most significant discovery came from detecting carbon dioxide (CO2) in Enaiposha’s atmosphere. This is a gas commonly associated with the runaway greenhouse effect, seen on Venus.

However, the CO2 signal detected was faint and required meticulous statistical analysis to confirm. “The detected CO2 signal from the first study is tiny, and so it required careful statistical analysis to ensure that it is real,” said Kazumasa Ohno, a researcher at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan.

Although Enaiposha’s high temperatures make it an unlikely candidate for harboring life, the study of its atmosphere could provide valuable insights for future research into exoplanet climates and their potential for life-supporting environments.

How This New Planet Could Pave the Way for Future Research on Exoplanets?
The discovery of Enaiposha raises exciting new questions about planetary formation and evolution. The presence of metal-rich elements, along with its thick, hazy atmosphere, suggests that planets like it could evolve from mini-Neptunes into more complex worlds.

This phenomenon may help scientists better understand the wide variety of exoplanets found across our galaxy and their potential for supporting life. Although the planet is not a candidate for habitability, its unique characteristics could provide insights into how planets with thick atmospheres develop.

A toddler has been kicked out of nursery after being accused of transphobia, new figures reveal.

The child, aged either three or four, was suspended for 'abuse against sexual orientation and gender identity', data from the Department for Education shows.

The offences took place in the 2022-23 academic year at a state school, according to The Telegraph.

Statistics indicate 94 pupils at similar primary institutions were suspended or permanently excluded for transphobia or homophobia in the same year.

This included ten pupils from Year 1 and three from Year 2, where the maximum age was seven, and one child was of nursery age.

Helen Joyce, director of advocacy at Sex Matters, said: 'Every once in a while, the extremes of gender ideology throw up a story that seems too crazy to believe, and a toddler being suspended from nursery for so-called "transphobia" or homophobia is one such example.

Teachers and school leaders involved in this insanity should be ashamed of themselves for projecting adult concepts and beliefs on to such young children.'

Across all primary schools and state schools, the number of pupils suspended or expelled for homophobic or transphobic behaviour increased from 164 in 2021-22 to 178 in 2022-23.

The largest number of suspensions for this reason in 2022-23 was in Essex, with 16, followed by Birmingham, 15, Bradford, 11 and Norfolk, eight.

Figures began in the 2020-21 academic year.

Lord Young, director of the Free Speech Union, said: 'I would have thought that if your ideology is so rigid it justifies you punishing toddlers for not complying with it, that's a powerful argument for discarding it in favour of something less dogmatic.'

The Department for Education said: 'All pupils and staff should feel safe and protected at school and should never face violence or abuse.

'The Education Secretary has been clear that she expects school leaders to enforce good behaviour and we are committed to a comprehensive programme of behaviour support for schools.

Our Plan for Change sets out our relentless focus on making sure every child gets the best life chances.'

In 2022, a Church of England school in the Isle of Wight warned a six-year-old boy's parents that he might be deemed 'transphobic' if he were to question another pupil wearing a dress.

Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has vowed to continue defending the interests of the people despite the ongoing political crisis, which led to a state of emergency declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu last week, ThisDay Nigeria reports.

“Their goal is to create problems and deny people their means of livelihood. We will not allow that. We will continue to operate peacefully, respect constituted authority, and ensure that our state remains a model for others in Nigeria,” Fubara stated.

The governor assured residents that, rather than weaken them, the ongoing crisis would ultimately strengthen the people of Rivers State.

He made these remarks when he received Muslim leaders from 20 Islamic-based groups, including the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, at his private residence in Port Harcourt during an Eid-el-Fitr Sallah visit.

Addressing the delegation, Governor Fubara urged his supporters to trust in God’s process.

“This season is one of love, sharing, and sacrifice. You have come to share in our pain and have made a great sacrifice through your prayers. As Christians, we believe that everything happens for a purpose, and I strongly believe that this situation is leading us toward a greater purpose.”

Acknowledging the distress caused by the political turbulence, he encouraged patience and perseverance, suggesting that supernatural forces may be at play beyond human understanding.

“No matter what we see, we must remain steadfast. In all things, we give glory to Almighty God. I believe that, in the end, we will emerge stronger.”

Governor Fubara reaffirmed his commitment to justice, equality, and an inclusive society, stressing that his administration stands against oppression.

“We believe in egalitarianism, and if our beliefs bring us some pain, so be it. The most important thing is that we stand on the side of truth and righteousness.”

He also regretted that he had been unable to formally reach out to the Muslim Ummah during their celebrations but promised that once the current crisis subsides, interfaith relations with the government would be strengthened.

Encouraging patience, he drew an analogy from religious history: “If God could be patient with Noah to allow even the snail to enter the Ark, then patience remains an essential virtue in our struggle.”

Fubara also warned against provocation by elements attempting to destabilize Rivers State, urging his supporters to reject violence.

Speaking on behalf of the Muslim Ummah, Alhaji Nasir Awhelebe Uhor declared their solidarity with Governor Fubara, assuring him of their prayers and support.

He noted that most Muslims in Rivers State stand with Fubara due to his inclusive governance style and recognition of the Islamic faith.

“Unlike the previous administration that declared Rivers a 100% Christian state, Governor Fubara, upon assuming office, acknowledged the state as Christian-majority while allowing room for inclusiveness,” Uhor stated.

Encouraging Fubara to remain steadfast, Uhor reminded him of the Islamic belief that Allah rewards patience and that trials often test one’s faith, power, and authority.

He further called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to review the emergency rule in Rivers State and restore Governor Fubara’s full authority, emphasizing that Fubara had remained effective despite the crisis.

The Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has assured the families of the 16 hunters killed in Uromi that he will provide full compensation for their loss.

Governor Okpebholo, accompanied by Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and other high-ranking dignitaries, paid a condolence visit to Torankawa in Bunkure Local Government Area. During the visit, he further pledged to support the bereaved families with cash and food donations.

Lamenting the killings of the innocent victims, Okpebholo, visibly angry, vowed in the village that the gruesome murders would not go unpunished.

“We will ensure that justice is served on those responsible for this heinous act,” he stated.

Meanwhile, hundreds of family members and supporters took to the streets in a peaceful protest, carrying placards with various inscriptions such as “We demand justice for the killings of our people,” “Hunters are not criminals,” and “We demand the speedy dispensation of justice in this matter.”

Protesters thronged the road leading to Torankawa village, voicing their demands. Many hunters, armed with their hunting weapons, joined the peaceful demonstration.

Similarly, other placards bore inscriptions such as “Killings in the North must stop,” “Northerners are peace-loving citizens,” and “Justice must prevail.”

Some hunters, visibly agitated, chanted war songs, brandishing weapons as the governor’s convoy passed, while local residents kept the situation under control.

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The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd), says the Trans-Kalabari Road Project serves as one strategic effort at addressing the associated socioeconomic difficulties experienced by residents in the riverine communities.

Ibas remarked when he embarked on an inspection tour to the site of the ongoing Trans-Kalabari Road Project in Rumuolumeni Community and the Permanent Secretaries’ Quarters in Rumuokwurushi Community, all in the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area on Monday.

The administrator said the projects must be completed because it will contribute immensely to boosting the socio-economic status of Rivers State and Nigeria as a whole.

He said, “We are also very much aware of the very difficult, challenging terrain around here, in terms of communication, and communicating between communities. This project, when completed, I think, will boost the socio-economic life of the state and the nation as a whole.

“We are hoping and imploring the contractors to make sure they keep to the timelines. I think the state government has been able to meet its obligation in terms of making available resources for them. So we are counting on them to keep to the completion time.”

At the Civil Servants Quarters designated for Permanent Secretaries, the ex-naval chief pointed to some challenges experienced by civil servants who need comfortable housing facilities to enable them to perform better at the workplace.

Ibas said, “I have civil servants who have challenges with their accommodation. We have been out there to see how far the project is going and I think I was also assured that the accommodation will be delivered on time so that those who require them will be able to settle down to do their work.”

The administrator reiterated that he is steering the process of building a peaceful state and Rivers people will remain the greatest beneficiaries.

Lightning Strike Reportedly Kills Herder, 12 Cows In Kaduna Community

A lightning strike has reportedly killed a young herder and 12 cows in Matuak Giwa, Bondon District, Moro’a Chiefdom, located in Kaura Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

Confirming the tragic incident on Monday, the Village Head of Matuak Giwa, Simon Ayuba, stated that the herder had been seeking shelter from the rain with his cattle when the lightning struck, killing them instantly.

“The herder, along with 12 cows, died on the spot. It was a tragic occurrence that has left the community in shock,” PUNCH quoted Ayuba as saying.

The Ardo of Bondon District, Tanko Isiyaka, who also reportedly confirmed the incident, revealed that the deceased herder hailed from Bauchi State.

Isiyaka expressed deep sorrow over the loss and called for prayers and support for the grieving family.

The victim was said to have been laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites.

https://saharareporters.com/2025/03/31/lightning-strike-reportedly-kills-herder-12-cows-kaduna-community

The Nigerian Boxing Board of Control (NBB of C) have accused the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) of negligence in the death of Segun Olanrewaju during a fight in the country, ThisDay Nigeria reports.

In a chat with Newsmen on Monday, Remi Aboderin, secretary-general of the NBB of C, said the GBA did not adhere to the sport’s rules and regulations before staging the boxing fight.

On Saturday, Olarenwaju died after slumping during a boxing match in Ghana.

The 40-year-old boxer, nicknamed “Success”, stumbled to the canvas while fighting Jon Mbanugu, a Ghanian, at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League at Bukom Boxing Arena, Accra.

Olanrewaju was not punched or near his opponent when he collapsed violently in round three of the light-heavyweight bout.

The boxer was pronounced dead 30 minutes after he was rushed to Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.

Aboderin said the fight happened 24 hours later than the date that the NBB of C had approved for the bout.

He said the fight was initially scheduled for Thursday but was moved to Friday without communication or approval with the NBB of C.

The NBB of C secretary general added that no medical examinations were done, and the compulsory weigh-in ceremony was also ignored before the rescheduled fight.

“Segun went to Ghana to fight according to the contract, but the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) did not do their due diligence. They did not do the medical examination, and they did not make sure he made the weight for the fight. The date we approved for him to go and fight was Friday, the 28th. How come he fought on the 29th?” he told TheCable.

“He died because the rules and regulations of the sport were not adhered to by GBA. The fight that NBB of C approved for Segun was on the 28th of March, not the 29th. No medical examinations were performed to ascertain his health.

“We only have this incident because the rules were not adhered to. When the Friday bout was cancelled due to an overweight issue, Segun was already on his way back to Nigeria. He was already at the border before he was contacted to return, or maybe he had a rethink. He returned. No medical was done. No weigh-in was done. He must have been stressed.”

Olanrewaju was a former West African and national light-heavyweight champion.

He competed in 24 bouts with 13 wins, eight losses, and three draws.

Why British boarding schools are so eager to open in Nigeria

Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani
Letter from Africa series, Abuja
March 30th, 2025



For many years, well-off Nigerians have sent their children to prestigious British boarding schools - but now some of those institutions are setting up campuses in Africa's most populous nation.

Last year, Charterhouse launched a primary school in the city of Lagos and will open a secondary school this September.

Rugby School will also begin offering secondary education in September. Other well-known institutions, such as Millfield, Wellington College and Harrow, are also exploring opportunities in Nigeria.

This obviously all comes with a price tag for Nigerian parents - but the country's well-heeled elite have historically sent their children to the UK for secondary education, drawn to the British curriculum's rigour, prestige and global opportunities.

"I'm actually excited about it," says Karima Oyede, a British-Nigerian management consultant, whose son is currently in year 10 at Rugby in the UK but will be moving to its Lagos school in September.

Her family has been meaning to relocate to Nigeria for a while but has not done so earlier because of the children's education.

"Having the opportunity to experience the British system in his country of origin is the best of both worlds," she says.

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"African parents love the fact that they are giving their children international standing... but they don't want their children to lose their African-ness"

Ijay Uwakwe-Okoronkwo
Educational consultant

Nigeria already has a proliferation of private schools but high-quality, internationally recognised education within the country will appeal to many parents, particularly those who wish to preserve their children's cultural identity.

"African parents love the fact that they are giving their children international standing so they can compete with their counterparts in any other part of the world, but they don't want their children to lose their African-ness," says Ijay Uwakwe-Okoronkwo, the founder of Nkuzhi Learning Foundation in Nigeria's capital, Abuja.

The educational consultant, who advises parents and schools on international boarding options, explains the more relaxed, less respectful attitude children return with after going to school abroad is not always appreciated.

This cultural dilemma extends to the growing conversation around LGBTQ issues. Same-sex relationships and public displays of affection are illegal in Nigeria and homosexuality is not openly discussed or promoted.

It is something that the new crop of British schools has taken on board. For example, while Charterhouse UK displays a rainbow flag, the Nigeria school does not.

"We're a British independent school but sitting firmly within Nigerian cultural needs," says John Todd, head of Charterhouse Nigeria.

"There's this huge concern about Western cultural views.

"For parents here, we know it's a really big issue. It's a reason parents are worried about the UK schools.

"I'm not making a judgement - it's just the way it is."

British institutions in Nigeria have no choice but to "follow the law of the land", he acknowledges, adding: "We are 100% compliant."

Recognising Nigeria's deeply religious society, Charterhouse also permits parents to take their children home from the boarding house for Sunday church services, with the expectation that they return by Monday morning.


The teachers at Charterhouse in Lagos tend to be British expats

There are several reasons behind the growing interest of prestigious British schools in opening campuses in Nigeria.

While regions like the Middle East and China are already saturated with international schools, Africa is relatively virgin territory.

"Nigeria is the gateway to Africa, and Africa is kind of the last continent for British schools to establish in," says Mark Brooks, an export champion for the UK's Department for Business and Trade.

He organises annual events in Nigeria where about 20 British schools meet prospective students and parents.

"Nigeria has an incredible reputation for producing driven, high-achieving students," says Mr Brooks.

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"I've brought hundreds of head teachers to Nigeria over the years, and the word is out in the UK that we need to take Nigeria seriously"

Mark Brooks
Department for Business and Trade export champion

"There is no school I work with that hasn't recently had a Nigerian student serve as head boy or deputy head boy. A student may join the sixth form and end up being the head boy within a year.

"I've brought hundreds of head teachers to Nigeria over the years, and the word is out in the UK that we need to take Nigeria seriously."

Timing has also proved key, as the cost of sending children to the UK has soared. Just three years ago, the exchange rate of the local currency was 500 naira to £1; now it stands at 2,200 naira.

On top of that, the Labour government in the UK recently imposed 20% VAT on private school fees.

Beyond tuition, families face additional expenses like flights for both students and visiting parents.

Establishing these schools in Nigeria allows families to maintain the same standard of education while significantly reducing the financial strain.

The annual fees at Charterhouse UK, for example, are around £60,000 ($78,000), whereas the fees at its Lagos campus are equivalent to approximately £15,000.

"Our main classroom teachers are expatriates, but 90% of the staff are local," says Mr Todd.

By employing local people in roles such as assistant teachers, administration, finance, human resources, marketing, facilities, security, gardeners, drivers, PAs and secretaries, the school can significantly reduce costs compared to the UK, where labour is much more expensive.

A vast education gap already exists in Nigeria, with many parents opting for private education of varying quality. Many struggle to pay the higher fees rather than sending their children to government schools, which are often free but plagued by poorly trained teachers and frequent strikes.

As a result, the arrival of British schools may not drastically change Nigeria's education system.

However, they could pose a threat to established elite schools like the British International School in Lagos and The Regent School in Abuja, which opened in the early 2000s.

Such schools have long been top choices for those able to pay the annual tuition fees that often reach tens of thousands of dollars.

"Rugby School Nigeria is coming also to support, develop and learn from the schools currently in Nigeria," says Mr Brooks, who is in charge of the school's marketing.

"We are coming to help with partnerships as well, teacher training, and a whole range of initiatives."


Since January, private school fees in the UK are no longer exempt from VAT

Mr Todd believes the Nigerian market is large enough to accommodate all the new schools without threatening existing ones. About 40% of the 200 million population is under 14.

He expects the greatest impact to be felt in the UK.

While Charterhouse UK typically has a long waiting list and should not be affected, less sought-after boarding schools may experience a decline in enrolment owing to the new competition in Nigeria.

"Interest in our secondary school is very strong," says Mr Todd. "We already have Nigerian parents in the UK sending their children to the Charterhouse in Nigeria for September."

In fact, reaching out to Nigerians in the UK has been one of their key marketing strategies.

"You get this premier brand at a lower price, and every Nigerian has an aunt or uncle in Lagos" who can be a guardian, he adds.

It could be that this trend extends to British universities. Nigeria's tertiary education system faces even greater challenges than its secondary sector, with many students opting to study abroad.

In 2023, Nigeria ranked among the top 10 countries for UK student visas, according to UK government data.

But with foreign exchange difficulties and stricter visa regulations, studying abroad is becoming increasingly challenging - and universities that rely on higher international tuition fees appear to be suffering.

Earlier this month, British MP Helen Hayes, chair of the parliamentary Education Committee, acknowledged the UK's higher education sector was in trouble.

"Dozens of universities are making redundancies and cuts to courses, trying to stay afloat amid uncertainty over where their money is coming from," she said when announcing a session to consider the sector's future.

If enough Nigerian students can no longer go to the UK to study, British universities may find it profitable to come to them, as they have elsewhere in the world.

In fact, Nigeria's premier university, the University of Ibadan, was established in 1948 as a campus of the University of London, with degrees awarded carrying the same value and prestige.

Ms Uwakwe-Okoronkwo believes many Nigerian parents would appreciate this opportunity, as it would allow their children to stay in Nigeria long enough to mature before potentially moving abroad, if they choose to do so.

"Many parents are worried about sending their children out of the nest too early," she says.

For Ms Oyede, whose daughter will also be starting at Rugby School in Lagos come September, the timing of all this could not be better.

She says the British school opening has already been an "incentive to return home".

The prospect of university opportunities would be a welcome bonus.

Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani is a freelance Nigerian journalist and novelist based in Abuja and London.

Super Eagles player Ahmed Musa has expressed deep sorrow and concerns over the recent hijacking and killing of innocent travellers in Edo State.

Musa on X lamented over the loss of human lives, stating that the tragedy transcends tribal, religious, or background differences.

He questioned how society has become desensitised to pain and suffering, urging people to remember that every life matters.

Musa offered condolences to the families of the victims and prayed for their souls to rest in peace.

He also called on Nigerians to prioritise humanity and compassion, ensuring that such evil acts do not become the new normal.

Musa wrote: “My heart is heavy. How did we get here? How did we lose our sense of humanity? Innocent travelers, simply on their way to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, were hijacked and unalived in Edo State.

“This isn’t about tribe, religion, or background—this is about human lives! When did we become so desensitized to pain? Where is our compassion? Where is our sympathy? We cannot allow this kind of evil to become our new normal. Every life matters.

“May their souls rest in peace. May their families find strength. And may we, as a people, remember that humanity comes first”.

Donald Trump has said he is "not joking" about wanting to serve a third term as US president.

The US Constitution says that "no person... shall be elected more than twice", but some Trump supporters have suggested there could be ways around that.

Why is Trump talking about a third term?

Trump was asked in an interview with NBC about the possibility of seeking a third term and said "there are methods which you could do it".

"I'm not joking... a lot of people want me to do it," he added. "But, I basically tell them we have a long way to go, you know, it's very early in the administration."

Trump, who would be 82 at the end of his second term, was asked whether he would want to keep serving in "the toughest job in the country".

"Well, I like working," he replied.

These were not his first comments on the topic. In January, he told supporters that it would be "the greatest honour of my life to serve not once, but twice or three times or four times". However, he then said this was a joke for the "fake news media".

What does the US Constitution say?

On the face of it, the US Constitution seems to rule out anyone having a third term. The 22nd Amendment states:

"No person shall be elected to the office of the president more than twice, and no person who has held the office of president, or acted as president, for more than two years of a term to which some other person was elected president shall be elected to the office of the president more than once."

Changing the constitution would require a two-thirds approval from both the Senate and the House of Representatives, as well as approval from three-quarters of the country's state-level governments.

Trump's Republican Party controls both chambers of Congress but does not have the majorities needed. Additionally, the Democratic Party controls 18 of the 50 state legislatures.

How could Trump be president for a third term?

Trump supporters say there is a loophole in the constitution, untested in court.

They argue that the 22nd Amendment only explicitly bans someone being "elected" to more than two presidential terms - and says nothing of "succession".

Under this theory, Trump could be the vice-presidential running-mate to another candidate - perhaps his own vice-president, JD Vance - in the 2028 election.

If they win, the candidate could be sworn into the White House and then immediately resign - letting Trump take over by succession.

Steve Bannon, the podcaster and prominent former Trump adviser, said he believed Trump would "run and win again", adding there were "a couple of alternatives" in determining how.

Andy Ogles, a Tennessee Republican in the House of Representatives, introduced a resolution in January calling for a constitutional amendment to allow a president to serve up to three terms - as long as they were not consecutive.

This would mean that only Trump of all former surviving presidents would be eligible - Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and George W Bush all served consecutive terms, whereas Trump won in 2016, lost in 2020, and won again in 2024.

However, the high bar for constitutional amendments makes Ogles' proposal a pipe dream - although it got people talking.

Who opposes a Trump third term?

Democrats have deep objections.

"This is yet another escalation in his clear effort to take over the government and dismantle our democracy," said Daniel Goldman, a New York Representative who served as lead counsel for Trump's first impeachment.

"If Congressional Republicans believe in the Constitution, they will go on the record opposing Trump's ambitions for a third term."

Some within Trump's party also think it's a bad idea.

The Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin, of Oklahoma, said in February he would not back an attempt to put Trump back in the White House.

"I'm not changing the constitution, first of all, unless the American people chose to do that," Mullin told NBC.

What do legal experts say?

Derek Muller, an election law professor at the University of Notre Dame, said the Constitution's 12th Amendment says "no person constitutionally ineligible to the office of president shall be eligible to [quote]that of vice-president of the United States".

That means serving two terms in office disqualifies anyone from running as a vice-presidential candidate, in his view.

"I don't think there's any 'one weird trick' to getting around presidential term limits," he said.

Jeremy Paul, a constitutional law professor at Boston's Northeastern University, told CBS New there were "no credible legal arguments" for a third term.

Has anyone served more than two terms?

Franklin Delano Roosevelt was elected four times. He died three months into his fourth term, in April 1945.

The Great Depression and the Second World War coloured Roosevelt's time in office - and are often cited for his extended presidency.

At that time, the two-term limit on US presidents had not been written into law - it was instead a custom followed since George Washington refused a third term in 1796.

Roos0evelt's extended stewardship led to the tradition being codified into law in the 22nd Amendment in 1951.

According to Business Insider, the latest trade data compiled by the United States-based Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) indicated that Kenya imported used clothing worth Sh38.5 billion ($298 million), a 12.45 percent increase from the previous year.

The rise highlights Kenya’s growing reliance on affordable second-hand garments, known locally as “mitumba,” which include underwear, dresses, shirts, trousers, jackets, shoes, bedding, towels, and curtains.

An analysis of MIT’s observatory of economic complexity indicates that Kenya’s imports of second-hand clothes and textiles in 2022 were nearly equal to Nigeria’s at Sh34.5 billion ($265 million), with South Africa ranking third at Sh33.76 billion ($261 million).

In 2021, South Africa was the leading importer of used clothes and textiles, though the country restricted such imports, except for specific purposes such as manufacturing industrial wiping rags or donating to registered charities.

In 2023, Ghana ranked as the second-largest importer of second-hand clothes, with imports valued at Sh30.4 billion. South Africa followed at Sh29.4 billion, with Uganda at Sh27.2 billion and Nigeria at Sh27 billion.

Despite Nigeria’s larger population and official ban on used clothing imports, Kenya now leads the continent in the trade.

Recent tax policy changes, including the removal of the import declaration fees (IDF) and the railway development levy (RDL), are expected to further increase mitumba imports in Kenya. Manufacturers have kicked against these changes, arguing that they undermine local industry.

A senior Hamas official on Monday called on supporters worldwide to pick up weapons and fight US President Donald Trump’s plan to relocate more than two million Gazans to neighbouring countries such as Egypt and Jordan.

“In the face of this sinister plan — one that combines massacres with starvation — anyone who can bear arms, anywhere in the world, must take action,” Sami Abu Zuhri said in a statement.

“Do not withhold an explosive, a bullet, a knife, or a stone. Let everyone break their silence.”

Abu Zuhri’s call comes a day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu offered to let Hamas leaders leave Gaza but demanded that the Palestinian militant group disarm in the final stages of the war in Gaza.

Hamas has expressed a willingness to relinquish Gaza’s administration, but has warned its weapons are a “red line”.

Netanyahu said Israel was working towards a plan proposed by Trump to displace Gazans to other countries.

Netanyahu said that after the war, Israel would ensure overall security in Gaza and “enable the implementation of the Trump plan” — which had initially called for the mass displacement of all 2.4 million people living in the Palestinian territory — calling it a “voluntary migration plan”.

Days after taking office in January, Trump floated a proposal to move Gaza’s population out of the war-battered territory, suggesting that Egypt or Jordan could take them in.

Both countries, along with other Arab allies, governments around the world and the Palestinians themselves, have flatly rejected the notion.

Trump later appeared to backtrack on the proposal, saying he was “not forcing” his widely condemned plan.

“Nobody’s expelling any Palestinians,” Trump said at the White House in mid-March, remarks welcomed by Egypt, Jordan and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO).

– ‘Voluntary departure’ –

Arab nations have since come up with an alternative plan for rebuilding the Gaza Strip without relocating its people, which would take place under the future administration of the Ramallah-based Palestinian Authority.

For Palestinians, any attempts to force them out of Gaza would evoke dark memories of what the Arab world calls the “Nakba”, or catastrophe — the mass displacement of Palestinians during Israel’s creation in 1948.

Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz in February said that a special agency would be established for the “voluntary departure” of Gazans.

A defence ministry statement said an initial plan included “extensive assistance that will allow any Gaza resident who wishes to emigrate voluntarily to a third country to receive a comprehensive package, which includes, among other things, special departure arrangements via sea, air, and land”.

It came after Katz said he had ordered the army to formulate a plan to allow Palestinians to leave the territory.

Israel resumed intense bombing of Gaza on March 18 and then launched a new ground offensive, ending a nearly two-month ceasefire in the war with Hamas.

Since the fighting restarted, the health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said that at least 921 people have been killed, in figures issued on Saturday.

The war was sparked by Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack on Israel, which resulted in the deaths of 1,218 people, according to an AFP tally based on official Israeli figures.

Israel’s retaliatory military campaign has killed at least 50,277 people in Gaza, the majority of them civilians, according to the territory’s health ministry.

Barring any last-minute change, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission will today arraign afresh a former National Security Adviser (NSA), Colonel Sambo Dasuki (retd), and a former General Manager with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), Aminu Baba-Kusa, together with two firms: Acacia Holdings Limited and Reliance Referral Hospital Limited, before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Today’s arraignment is coming after the FCT Chief Judge, Justice Hussein Baba-Yusuf, who was hearing the case before he became the CJ, transferred the case to Justice Charles Agbaza, before whom the defendants in the case marked FCT/HC/CR/43/2015 will be arraigned today for the case to start de novo (afresh).

The former NSA, who served in the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan, with other defendants and a former Director of Finance and Administration, Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), Shuaibu Salisu, were first arraigned before Justice Baba-Yusuf on December 14, 2015 on a 19-count charge bordering on money laundering and breach of trust to the tune of N13.5 billion.

The charge was later amended by the prosecution with the name of Salisu dropped from the charge, while the others were on May 11, 2018 re-arraigned on an amended 32-count charge bordering on criminal breach of trust, dishonest release and receiving various sums of money to the tune of N33.2 billion and misappropriation of funds meant for procurement of arms to fight insurgent group, Boko Haram.

The prosecution had only called one witness, the investigating officer who investigated the alleged arms sleaze, and was yet to conclude his evidence-in-chief when the case was adjourned sine die (indefinitely).

The anti-corruption commission had in 2015 instituted two separates cases against Col Dasuki before Justice Baba-Yusuf, sitting at Maitama, Abuja.

In the other case marked FCT/HC/CR/42/2015, the former NSA was charged as the second defendant alongside a former Minister of State for Finance, Ambassador Bashir Yuguda; a former Sokoto State governor, Attahiru Bafarawa, his son, Sagir and his company, Dalhatu Investment Limited.

They are facing a 25-count charge bordering on criminal breach of trust, misappropriation of public fund to the tune of N19.4 billion

The case had since been transferred to Justice Yusuf Halilu, sitting at Maitama by Justice Baba-Yusuf upon becoming the CJ and has been progressing since its transfer.

Both cases initially have suffered series of adjournment due to the refusal of the Department of State Service (DSS) to release Dasuki on bail despite being granted bails by competent courts, including Justice Baba-Yusuf.

Today’s fresh arraignment, it was gathered, is coming after much pressure was mounted on the Chief Judge to transfer the case to another judge, considering the fact that he has his hands full on administering the FCT judiciary and other matters.

Dear @PeterObi,

This is hypocrisy, and I will expose you today, because you have taken it too far. When Doyin Okupe was down with cancer, you abandoned him. He reached out to me almost in tears and reported all you did to him. You lied to the world that you helped him. In reality, you were not even speaking with him. When he returned from Israel after the Gaza war broke out, you were coincidentally on the same plane. You walked by him without even greeting him. His wife is a witness.

Dr. Okupe spent all his money on his health. He sold his assets to pay for medical bills. We, his friends, raised millions for him. I spoke to different individuals, who have NEVER spoken up, and they gave substantially to Dr. Okupe. You did not. You gave NOTHING. Yet, you, who did not do anything, came on social media to posture and give the impression that you did.

I have Dr. Okupe's words recorded in documentary form, stating what you did to him when he was at his worst. And in his own words, supporting you was his greatest "error of judgment" (his exact words).

Not only did you not help him, but his support for you had turned him into an enemy of those who would have helped him.

I urge the media to approach Dr. Okupe's family to verify from the horse's mouth if what I am saying is true. If you do not have Mrs. Doyin Okupe's number and those of his children and you are a reputable media organisation, reach out to me, and I will provide it to you. If Peter Obi ever denies this, he should be reminded that I do not speak without evidence.

This post is nothing but a hypocritical attempt to gain public sympathy from a man who rose on the back of Dr. Doyin Okupe, only to quarrel with him, then abandon him when he needed him most, and shockingly turned around after his death to posture as if he was a friend in need to Dr. Okupe.

If I expose you, Peter, you will run out of town!

These range from simple phone settings adjustments to more advanced techniques, such as choosing the cheapest data subscription plans.

Mobile data costs continue to increase as demand for data-intensive activities such as social media, streaming, and gaming rises. As a result, mobile data consumption has increased dramatically, and many users find it challenging to manage their data usage effectively.

Fortunately, there are several strategies for reducing data consumption on mobile phones, with or without unlimited data plans. These range from simple adjustments to phone settings, more advanced techniques, and choosing the cheapest data subscription plans. This article outlines seven effective ways to reduce data consumption on your mobile phone.

1. Turn off Background Data

Many apps run in the background and consume data even when not actively used. To reduce data consumption on your mobile phone, disable background data for such apps when you aren’t using them. To do this, go to your phone’s settings, select “Data usage,” and toggle off “Background data” for these apps.

2. Turn Off Auto-Update

While convenient, automatic updates can use up mobile data, especially if you have many apps. You can disable this feature by going to your phone’s settings, selecting “Apps,” and turning off “Auto-update” for these apps.

3. Limit Streaming Activities

Streaming media over mobile data consumes a substantial amount of data. To reduce data usage and avoid extra costs, store media on your device and download content when connected to Wi-Fi. Most streaming apps also have adjustable resolution settings.

Opt for lower resolutions or download content over Wi-Fi for offline viewing to save data, prevent additional charges, and extend your phone’s battery life. Remember to close or delete video streaming apps when they're not in use.

4. Use Wi-Fi Networks

To reduce mobile data consumption, connect to free Wi-Fi networks in public areas like cafes, restaurants, and offices whenever possible. Additionally, postpone using data-heavy apps like YouTube until you have a Wi-Fi connection.

5. Reduce Data Usage for Social Media

Data-intensive features like pictures and videos can make social media apps like WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter consume a lot of mobile data. To reduce data usage, consider limiting your time on these apps or adjusting settings such as turning off media auto-download, auto-play videos, and using data-saving modes.

6. Disable Cloud Backups on Mobile Data

Cloud storage apps like Google Drive, Dropbox, and Google Photos can use up your mobile data by backing up your phone’s data to the cloud. To prevent this, turn off the backup option in these apps when you’re using mobile data.

For example, in Google Drive, you can do this by opening the app, selecting the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines), choosing “Settings,” and enabling “Transfer Files Only Over Wi-Fi.” In Google Photos, open the app, select your profile picture, choose Photos Settings > Backup, select “Mobile Data Usage,” and tap “No Data.”

7. Monitor Your Data Usage

Regularly check your data usage to identify areas for change. For older Android versions, go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIM card & mobile network > Data usage. For newer Android versions (up to Android 12), go to Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile network > App data usage.

You can also download data usage tracker apps, such as My Data Manager, Data Usage Monitor for Android users, and Data Manager for iOS users, to monitor your data consumption.

8. Use Data-Saving Apps

Data-saving browsers like Opera Mini, UC Browser, and Android Data Saver compress data and reduce consumption. Additionally, apps like GlassWire and Data Usage Monitor can track your data usage and help you identify which apps consume the most data.

9. Embrace Offline Accessibility

Enable offline access for apps that support it, such as Google Docs, where you can access and work on your documents offline. This lets you view important content without an internet connection, reducing data usage.

Setting up any of the suggested tips just takes a few minutes, and you’ll be good to go! Doing this now helps keep your mobile data in check, so you don’t get any surprise charges or experience service interruption down the line.