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INEC promises credible Osun, FCT polls
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it will ensure that votes count in the forthcoming February Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council and August Osun governorship elections. The INEC Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) for Osun, Dr. Mutiu Agboke, and his counterpart in the Federal Capital Territory, Mr. Aminu Idris, gave the commitment at the commission’s 2026 […]
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Trump Warns of Possible Repeated US Strikes in Nigeria Over Attacks on Christians
In a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times published on Thursday, United States President Donald Trump signalled that the US could undertake multiple military strikes in Nigeria if violence against Christians persists. Trump, asked whether the December 25 military operation against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria marked the start of a broader campaign, […]
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2027: I’ll align with party offering presidential, VP ticket — Kwankwaso
The national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples’ Party, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has said he would only consider aligning with a political party ahead of the 2027 general elections if it offers him either the presidential ticket or the vice-presidential slot. Kwankwaso made the disclosure while speaking at a Kwankwasiyya gathering at his residence […]
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UUTH resident doctors join nationwide strike
The Association of Resident Doctors, University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, has resolved to join the nationwide strike declared by the National Association of Resident Doctors on Monday, January 12, 2026. The decision was contained in a communiqué issued after an emergency general meeting of the association held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Thursday. The […]
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Army alerts public on fake COAS social media accounts
The Nigerian Army has warned members of the general public against fake social media accounts purportedly operated by or associated with the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu. In a statement issued by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Appolonia Anele on the Nigerian Army’s X handle on Friday, said it had observed […]
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Tinubu consoles Chimamanda on son’s death
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to celebrated writer, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and her family over the passing of her son, Nkanu Nnamdi. In a message he personally issued on Thursday, President Tinubu also commiserated with Adichie’s husband, Dr Ivara Esege, and the entire family, describing the loss as a devastating tragedy. “With […]
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AFCON 2025: Eagles’ bonuses approved, payments underway
The Chairperson of the National Sports Commission(NSC), Shehu Dikko, has said all financial entitlements of Super Eagles players and officials have been resolved. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Mr Dikko’s remarks followed reports of players threatening to boycott training and travel to Marrakech for Saturday’s match against Algeria. Mr Dikko told NAN that […]
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Rivers House of Assembly begins fresh impeachment proceedings against Fubara
The political crisis in Rivers State has taken a new dimension as the House of Assembly initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Oduh. At a plenary session presided over by Speaker Martins Amaewhule on Thursday, Major Jack, the majority leader, formally presented a notice of allegations and gross misconduct against […]
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2027: PDP faction to hold talks with Obi, Atiku
To present a formidable opposition to the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the 2027 general elections, Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, South-South Chairman, Mr. Emmanuel Ogidi, has said the party will hold high-level meetings with its former presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, and 2023 Labour Party, LP, presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Atiku was PDP’s presidential flag […]
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Wike, allies attack Fubara over 10,000 jobs, 2026 budget
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and his political allies on Wednesday intensified attacks on Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, accusing him of cancelling an employment programme for 10,000 youths while also alleging illegality in the state’s 2026 budget process. Wike accused Fubara of abruptly terminating the recruitment exercise initiated by his […]
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US slams $15,000 visa bond on Nigerians, others
The United States has introduced new travel restrictions that could require Nigerians applying for B1/B2 visas to post bonds of up to $15,000. According to information published on the US Department of State’s website, Travel.State.Gov, the payment of a bond does not guarantee visa issuance, adding that fees paid without the direction of a consular […]
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Aliko Dangote withdraws petition before ICPC against Ahmed
Africa’s foremost businessman, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has withdrawn his petition to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) against the former Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Alhaji Farouk Ahmed. However, the ICPC said there was no going back on its investigation of Ahmed, stressing that the matter […]
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CAF holds WAFCON 2026 final draw in Morocco January 15
The Confederation of African Football has announced that the final draw for the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 will be held in Rabat, Morocco, on Thursday, January 15, 2026. CAF disclosed this in a statement published on its website on Wednesday. The draw will take place at 2 pm local time (13:00 […]
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Trump to withdraw US from 66 UN, international organisations
United States President, Donald Trump, has announced plans to withdraw the US from 66 United Nations and international organisations, including key global bodies focused on climate change, peace and democracy. The decision was disclosed in a presidential memorandum released by the White House on Wednesday evening, following a review of which “organizations, conventions, and treaties are […]
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Police urge caution around rivers, swimming pools in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command, on Wednesday night, advised residents of the state to exercise extreme caution around rivers, streams, dams, swimming pools, and other water-related facilities to prevent accidental drowning. A statement released by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, in Ibadan, the state capital, also admonished church owners and religious organisations, […]
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EFCC Warns Politicians of Smear Campaigns Before 2027 Polls
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has raised the alarm over planned campaigns of calumny by some politicians and groups with vested interests in suspects being investigated or facing prosecution by the commission. Its spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, said this in a statement on Thursday in Abuja. According to Oyewale, a motley crowd of paid jobbers […]
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FULL LIST: AFCON 2025 Quarter-Final Fixtures, Date, Time, Venue
The quarter-final fixtures of the TotalEnergies 2025 CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco are now complete following Algeria’s hard-fought Round of 16 victory over DR Congo late Tuesday. Algeria booked their spot in the last eight with a dramatic 1–0 extra-time win in Rabat, with super substitute Anis Boulbina striking in the 119th minute to […]
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2027: Obi’s ex-running mate, Baba-Ahmed, declares presidential ambition
The Labour Party’s Vice Presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed, on Wednesday formally declared his interest in contesting the presidency in 2027, amid ongoing realignments within Nigeria’s opposition space. Baba-Ahmed, who was the running mate to former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, made the declaration at a rally held at the […]
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Gunmen attack national park service office in Oyo, kill five
At least five personnel of the National Park Service (NPS) were killed on Tuesday night when suspected bandits attacked the Service’s office in Oloka, Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State, raising fresh concerns over insecurity in forested areas of the South-West. The attack, which occurred at about 9:00 p.m. on 6 January 2026, was said to […]
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FG attributes NARD dispute to structural issues, not neglect
The Federal Government has clarified that the ongoing standoff with the National Association of Resident Doctors is the result of deep-seated structural and policy constraints rather than official neglect or indifference to the welfare of medical professionals. In a statement issued by the Statehouse on Wednesday, the Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social […]
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Kabiru Turaki: Jonathan has promised to play an active role in PDP
Kabiru Turaki, chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), says former president Goodluck Jonathan has promised to play an active role in the party.  Turaki spoke on Tuesday after a closed-door meetingwith the ex-president in Abuja. “We briefed him on the state of the party, the challenges, and the prospects. We, as usual, solicited his support, […]
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Malami, son, wife granted N500m bail each
A federal high court in Abuja has granted bail to Abubakar Malami, former attorney-general of the federation (AGF), in the sum of N500 million. Delivering ruling on Wednesday, Emeka Nwite, presiding judge, also granted bail to his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami, and his wife, Bashir Asabe, on a N500 million bail bond each. Each of […]
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Tinubu appoints Odusote as first female DG of Nigerian Law School
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Olugbemisola Odusote as the first female director-general (DG) of the Nigerian Law School (NLS). A statement on Tuesday by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga said the appointment takes effect from January 10 and will be for a four-year tenure. Ms Odusote currently serves as the deputy DG and […]
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2027: I will step down for no one, Atiku vows
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has vowed not to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race. The former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and African Democratic Congress presidential aspirant made the declaration in a statement yesterday signed by his media aide, Paul Ibe. In the statement entitled ‘Nigeria’s Democracy Under Siege: Opposition Faces Existential […]
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Oyo govt suspends traditional ruler over alleged illegal mining
The Oyo State Government has suspended the Sobaloju of Ofiki, Chief Jacob Sobaloju, over alleged involvement in illegal mining activities and violations of the State’s Executive Order 001/2023, which regulates mining operations across the state. The suspension, according to the government, is aimed at protecting the interests of Oyo State and safeguarding its gazetted assets. In a […]
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PSC Warns Police Recruitment Applicants Against Paying Cyber Cafés, Middlemen
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has cautioned applicants in the ongoing Nigeria Police Force recruitment exercise against paying money to cyber cafés or middlemen. The Commission said it has received complaints that some cyber cafés and agents are demanding ₦15,000 or more from applicants, falsely claiming the money is shared with the PSC or other […]
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NYSC sets date for 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream I orientation course
The National Youth Service Corps has announced that the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream I Orientation Course will commence nationwide on Wednesday,  January 21, across all 37 NYSC Orientation Camps nationwide. According to a statement posted on the NYSC official X handle on Tuesday, “Camp Registration for all Corps Members will take place from Wednesday, 21st […]
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Killings: Niger urges calm as terrorists issue fresh threat
Residents of several communities in Agwara and Borgu Local Government Areas of Niger State are fleeing their homes amid fears of renewed attacks after terrorists reportedly issued fresh threats following last Saturday’s massacre that left over 40 people dead. Villagers told news men that the assailants warned they would continue the killings, triggering panic and displacement across […]
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Nigerian Army opens applications for direct short service commission course
The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of applications for the Direct Short Service Commission Course 29/2026, inviting eligible Nigerians to apply for commission as officers. According to a statement obtained from the Nigerian Army’s X handle on Tuesday, the DSSC is open to both civilians and serving military personnel who possess relevant professional qualifications. […]
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