Nigeria, Jan. 31 -- Hello and welcome! In today's trending news stories:

1. Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) has affirmed the legality of Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun's continued tenure. He clarified that Egbetokun's appointment took effect on October 31, 2023, and despite reaching the retirement age, the 2024 amendment to the Police Act allows him to complete a full four-year term until October 31, 2027. Fagbemi emphasized that this clarification aims to guide the public on the legal basis for Egbetokun's extended tenure.

2. A Federal High Court in Abuja granted human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore bail for 10 million naira. Sowore faces 17 cybercrime charges, including calli...