Evening recap: Falana faults NBA over George Weah invitation, Poco Lee’s management clears drink-spiking claims, other top stories

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has voiced strong criticism against the Nigerian Bar Association's decision to invite former Liberian President George Weah to address its annual conference. Falana's objection centers on the principle of not inviting leaders perceived as "African dictators" to such prominent legal gatherings.

In parallel, Senate President Godswill Akpabio commented on the nation's economic state, asserting that the current administration under President Bola Tinubu inherited an economy in considerable difficulty. This statement comes as the administration seeks to present its achievements ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The recap also touches upon several other developing stories. Yoruba Nation agitator Sunday Adeyemo, known as Sunday Igboho, reportedly joined Ibadan residents in preventing the police from arresting Isese advocate Abdulazeez Adegbola, also known as Tani Olohun. Separately, the management of dancer Poco Lee has refuted claims that drink-spiking allegations are linked to his upcoming assault trial in the United Kingdom. The management clarified that such claims are not part of the charges he faces in London, where a court has confirmed his September 15 appearance.

Additionally, a Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Atiba University has drawn public outrage for remarks made to protesting law students, reportedly calling them "intellectually bankrupt."