Nigeria's oldest oil well, Oloibiri Well No. 1, ceased production decades ago but continues to generate legal disputes, environmental concerns, and local conflicts. The well, owned by Royal Dutch Shell, is at the center of a feud between two Nigerian towns over its naming and the environmental impact of oil exploration. Shell, criticized for its handling of corporate responsibility and environmental issues, points to government authorities for revenue allocation and unfulfilled promises. The article highlights the ongoing struggles of local communities, the negative legacy of oil exploration, and the broader implications for corporate and governmental accountability.

Nigeria's oldest oil well, Oloibiri Well No. 1, ceased production decades ago but continues to generate legal disputes, tribal conflicts, and environmental concerns. The well, owned by Royal Dutch Shell, is at the center of a feud between the Oloibiri and Otuabagi communities over its naming and the environmental degradation caused by oil exploration. Shell, which no longer operates in the area, is criticized for its role in the region's economic and environmental decline. The Nigerian government is also blamed for poor revenue allocation and neglecting community development. Despite Shell's efforts to manage community relations and provide some benefits, the legacy of oil exploration has left lasting negative impacts on local communities.

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra and a British citizen, has sued the Nigerian and Kenyan governments for $12 million over claims of illegal extradition from Kenya. Represented by his brother Kingsley and lawyer Aloy Ejimakor, Kanu seeks a declaration that his extradition violated his fundamental rights. The case is set for October 21 at the Abia State High Court. Kanu was arrested in Nairobi and extradited to Nigeria to face trial for terrorism and other charges. His politics have polarized Nigeria, and his group, the Eastern Security Network, has been blamed for violent attacks. The Nigerian government assures a fair trial, while Kanu's legal team presents evidence of his presence in Kenya. The incident has also strained relations between Nigeria and Twitter.

Boko Haram terrorists, affiliated with the Islamic State in West Africa, claimed responsibility for attacks on Nigerian troops and a military base in the Gajiram area of Borno State on June 17. The assault resulted in the death of five soldiers and the theft of military equipment, food, and medicine. The attackers used a variety of weapons and claimed to have destroyed 12 military vehicles, injured several soldiers, and destroyed three armored vehicles, a bulldozer, and a four-wheel drive.