Nigerian artist Skales recently shared a startling anecdote detailing his experience while unjustly detained. In an interview with Zikoko media, Skales revealed that he and his manager were arrested following a dispute with a wealthy individual. While incarcerated, Skales was coerced into performing his popular tracks “Shake Body” and “Emergency” for fellow inmates in exchange for more comfortable sleeping arrangements. He further stated that he declined an offer from inmates to assassinate the billionaire responsible for his arrest. Skales’ account sheds light on the potential abuses of power within the Nigerian legal system and the unsettling circumstances faced by individuals within its custody.

Popular Afrobeat artist, Davido, has added his voice to the growing online demand for the release of VeryDarkMan, a prominent social media critic currently detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Reports indicate VeryDarkMan’s arrest occurred on Friday, following an announcement regarding a planned visit to a GTBank branch in Abuja to address an alleged discrepancy in his mother’s account. While the exact location of the arrest remains unclear, the incident has ignited widespread online discussion.

Davido, leveraging his considerable social media platform on X, has explicitly called for VeryDarkMan’s release. His statement, acknowledging the support for the detained critic, also underscores the impact of positive contributions to the public good. The incident continues to unfold, garnering significant attention and sparking debate across various online communities.

A brazen daylight attack by armed bandits has resulted in the tragic death of Shehu Makau, the district head of Kuru-Kuru community in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The incident, reported on Monday, also saw the abduction of an unspecified number of residents.

Security analyst Bakatsine confirmed the assault via X, noting significant casualties and injuries sustained by members of the Kuru-Kuru community. While the precise number of abducted and injured individuals remains unconfirmed, authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the incident. This attack underscores the ongoing security challenges plaguing the region and the vulnerability of its inhabitants to banditry.