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Indictment: What are the charges facing Donald Trump?
Donald Trump is the first former US president to face federal criminal charges.
Here is what we know about the charges facing the 76-year-old Trump, the frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, and what happens next:
The legally and politically explosive case stems from Trump’s retention of classified documents after he left the White House in January 2021.
Hundreds of documents were recovered by the FBI in a raid on Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home in Florida after he failed to comply with a subpoena to hand them over.
The twice-impeached Trump was indicted by a grand jury in Florida following an investigation by special counsel Jack Smith.
The indictment has not been unsealed yet — Trump is to appear in a Miami court on Tuesday — but according to one of his lawyers, Trump faces seven charges.
Jim Trusty, in an interview with the Cable News Network, said that while Trump is not accused of spying, some of the charges involve alleged violations of the Espionage Act.
These include unlawful retention of “national defense information” and concealing records with the intent to obstruct or impede a federal investigation.
Other charges include conspiracy, making false statements to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and witness tampering, Trusty said without providing further details.
The New York Times says Trump may also be charged with mishandling official documents and contempt of court for failing to heed the subpoena to hand over the records to the National Archives.
A conviction for retaining classified documents carries a maximum penalty of up to 10 years in prison while obstruction is punishable by up to 20 years in jail.
Conspiracy and making false statements each carry sentences of up to five years while mishandling official documents is punishable by up to three years in prison and contempt of court by six months.
Trump is to appear in federal court in Miami at 3:00 pm (1900 GMT) on Tuesday when the indictment will be unsealed unless it is released earlier.
Trusty, Trump’s lawyer, said the logistics of the former president’s appearance in court were being worked out with the US Marshals Service and the Secret Service to “make this as smooth as possible.”
“He’s going to show up,” Trusty said.
“He knows he’s innocent. He knows this is garbage.”
Trump is likely to enter a plea of not guilty at Tuesday’s hearing before a federal judge.
The judge would then come up with a schedule for pretrial hearings and the process known as discovery, in which prosecutors turn over evidence to the defense.
The discovery process could be particularly complicated in the case, legal analysts said, because it involves documents that allegedly involve some of the country’s most tightly held secrets.
The New York Times and Washington Post report that the case will initially be handled by Aileen Cannon, 42, a Trump-appointed judge who made rulings favorable to the former president during a court review of documents seized in the FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago.
An actual trial is not expected to begin for several months and there is nothing to prevent Trump from pursuing a second term in the White House while under indictment.
The documents case is not the only legal challenge facing Trump.
The real estate tycoon was indicted in New York in March on charges of falsifying business records related to hush money payments to a former porn star.
Smith, the special counsel, is also looking at whether Trump should face charges over the January 2021 assault on the US Capitol by his supporters.
Prosecutors in Georgia are also investigating whether Trump illegally attempted to overturn the 2020 presidential election outcome in the southern state.
AFP
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced the successful relocation of eight 132kV and 33kV transmission towers along the Kukwaba/Apo 132kV transmission line, bringing relief to residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
This development, completed three days past the scheduled deadline, has also restored full bulk power to the 132/33kV Apo Transmission Substation, enabling the resumption of normal power distribution in the area.
In a statement signed by Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, the company explained that the relocation became necessary due to the Federal Capital Development Authority’s (FCDA) road dualization project along the Southern Expressway.
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The relocation work began on January 6, 2025, and involved dismantling and reconstructing the affected towers, as well as restringing power cables to ensure uninterrupted power flow.
To facilitate this, a planned power outage was implemented from January 6 to January 20, 2025, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily.
“The Transmission Company of Nigeria is pleased to announce the restoration of full bulk power to its 132/33kV Apo Transmission Substation, effective Thursday, January 23, 2025,” the statement read.
“This restoration follows the successful relocation of eight 132kV and 33kV towers along the Kukwaba/Apo 132kV line (Southern Expressway route), necessitated by the Federal Capital Development Agency’s road dualization project along the Apo axis.”
TCN thanked residents and electricity consumers for their patience during the period of power rationing, noting that Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) can now resume normal electricity supply to customers in the affected areas.
Renowned Nollywood actor, Ibrahim Chatta, has sparked conversation by claiming that award-winning singer Davido is richer and more influential than his billionaire father, Dr. Adedeji Adeleke.
Chatta made this statement while addressing the importance of respecting individuals in positions of authority, regardless of their age. He argued that accomplishments, not age, determine who an elder is. Using historical references, Chatta cited Alexander the Great, who achieved incredible feats before his death at 33, as an example of youthful greatness.
“God purposely placed some certain people in some positions, but you guys are looking at their age. It’s not about the age; any younger person that possesses things that belong to elders, is an elder,” Chatta said.
The actor emphasized that Davido’s wealth and influence surpass those of his father, despite Dr. Adeleke’s established status as a billionaire. Chatta highlighted the global recognition and adoration Davido commands, describing the singer as someone who garners immense loyalty and admiration.
“I was just looking at the numbers of people surrounding Davido the day I sat with him, I was just seeing how people were ready to be killed just to get to him. He is an elder. Davido’s father is a billionaire that has been doing big things before the singer’s arrival. His father is rich but not as Davido. If his dad is passing by, you might not recognise him, but if Davido passes here, a stampede will happen.”
Chatta’s remarks have stirred reactions across social media, with many debating whether fame and influence should outweigh wealth in defining success.
Veteran Nollywood actress, Rita Edochie, has expressed her admiration for Donald Trump, claiming that the entire world wishes for a leader like him.
The actress made this statement while celebrating Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025.
In a lengthy Instagram post, Edochie shared her unwavering support for Trump, despite facing criticism for her stance. She revealed that she is often referred to as “Mama Trump” by detractors but remains unfazed by their remarks.
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“January 20, 2025, marks a historic milestone as Trump takes oath of office as the 47th President of the United States. As you begin your new term, I wish you immense wisdom to tackle the challenges facing our nation,” Edochie wrote.
Describing Trump as an angel, she added, “After all, the entire universe wishes they had an Angel like Donald Trump to be their president.”
The actress also expressed her desire to see a leader in Nigeria who embodies Trump’s qualities, stating, “I do wish a man in the likeness of Trump be sworn into the Nigerian Executive Offices one day.”
Edochie’s comments have sparked discussions online, with many applauding her loyalty while others remain critical of her views.
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