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Olukoyede: EFCC not victimising Malami, I inherited his case
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) chairman Ola Olukoyede has faulted the persecution claim by the immediate-past Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mallam Abubakar Malami (SAN). He described it as unfortunate that some Nigerians were buying into the narrative when Malami’s probe started before his appointment. Malami is standing trial alongside some family members on […]
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Tinubu arrives in Abu Dhabi for sustainability summit
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for the 2026 edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW 2026). President Tinubu arrived in Abu Dhabi from Europe, where he spent part of his end-of-year break, engaging in discussions with Rwandan President Paul Kagame and French President Emmanuel Macron. […]
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Resident doctors suspend planned strike after Shettima’s intervention
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has suspended its plan to commence strike on January 12. The suspension was announced in a statement issued on Sunday by Shuaibu Ibrahim, secretary-general of NARD. The association had earlier announced the strike in an update issued after its emergency national executive council (E-NEC) meeting held on January 2. On […]
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Wike ends LG tours, Assembly alleges plot to stall Fubara’s impeachment
Lawmakers of the Rivers State House of Assembly have alleged that they uncovered a plot by certain individuals linked to the executive arm of the state government to obtain a court order preventing the legislature from performing its functions. This comes as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, ended his tour of […]
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INEC faces legal heat over ‘missing’ N55.9bn 2019 election funds
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission over the alleged mismanagement of N55.9bn intended for the purchase of smart card readers, ballot papers, result sheets, and other election materials for the 2019 general elections. The allegations, highlighted in the Auditor-General’s latest annual report published on 9 […]
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Armed Forces Day: FG, govs hail soldiers’ sacrifices
As Nigeria marked the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day on Sunday, the Federal Government and state governors joined in paying tribute to the nation’s military personnel for their unwavering service and sacrifices in defending the country’s unity, peace, and territorial integrity. Across the country, the federal and state governments also joined in honouring the nation’s […]
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LG accounts: Osun files charges against UBA, officials
A Chief Magistrate Court, sitting in Osogbo, Osun State, has fixed January 30 for the hearing of a criminal case instituted by the state government against United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) and four of its top officials over alleged illegal opening of local government accounts. The case, filed by the government, is before the […]
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Rivers State House of Assembly Alleges Secret Plots to Obtain Ex-Parte Orders from Courts Outside Port Harcourt Division
The Rivers State House of Assembly has claimed to have uncovered alleged plots by certain individuals to use High Courts outside the Port Harcourt Judicial Division to secure ex-parte orders aimed at preventing the Assembly from performing its constitutional duties. In a press release issued today and signed by Hon. Dr. Enemi Alabo George DSSRS, […]
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Tinubu hails Super Eagles after victory over Algeria
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised Nigeria’s Super Eagles for their impressive performance following their victory over the Algerian national team on Saturday evening, assuring the players of the nation’s full support as they continue their campaign. Reacting to the win in a brief but emphatic message on his verified X handle, @officialABAT, the President commended the […]
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ADC disowns membership registration link in circulation
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has clarified that it has not launched any membership registration link and urged the general public to disregard anything to the contrary. The party said it is currently working on its official registration and verification platform, which will be formally announced through verified party channels in due course.In a statement issued by […]
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Lagos probes alleged negligence in death of Chimamanda’s son
The Lagos State Government has ordered an investigation into the alleged medical negligence that reportedly led to the death of Nkanu Nnamdi, the 21-month-old son of renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Adichie, at a private hospital in Lagos. it was reported on Thursday that the toddler, one of Adichie’s twin sons, died after a brief illness. Adichie, in […]
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Fubara returns from foreign trip, attends Armed Forces Remembrance Day service
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has returned to Port Harcourt following a recent trip abroad, though the purpose and location of the visit were not disclosed. The governor attended a church service on Sunday at St. Cyprian’s Anglican Church, Port Harcourt, to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. His deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, and […]
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FG vows to stop striking health workers’ salaries
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has directed the stoppage of salaries of members of the Joint Health Sector Unions and the Assembly of Health Care Professionals following the commencement of their strike on November 14, 2025. In a circular addressed to all Chief Medical Directors and Medical Directors of federal health institutions and […]
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Police boost security in Oyo community over threat of bandit attack
The Oyo State Police Command has intensified security in Ikoyi-Ile, Oriire Local Government Area, following credible intelligence of a planned attack by suspected bandits, with patrols, stop-and-search operations, and surveillance already reinforced across the community. A statement released on Saturday by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, in Ibadan, the state capital, said […]
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BREAKING: Osimhen, Adams’ goals send Nigeria into AFCON semi-final
Victor Osimhen scored one and assisted another as Nigeria defeated Algeria 2-0 to lead the Super Eagles into AFCON ’25 semi-final. The lead up to this quarter-final encounter was dominated by Osimhen’s on-field argument with teammates in the round-of-16 and threat bonus payment issues, but Nigeria rose to the occasion with two second half goals, […]
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Court bars resident doctors from embarking on strike planned for January 12
The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) in Abuja has issued an order restraining the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) and its members from embarking on the strike they planned to commence on January 12. Reacting to the court order obtained by the Federal government, NARD said it would not be intimidated. Justice Emmanuel Subilim issued […]
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Tears as Nollywood bids farewell to actress Allwell Ademola
Nollywood stars gathered in their numbers to pay last respects to actress, producer and filmmaker, Allwell Ademola, who passed away on December 27, 2025, at the age of 49, after reportedly suffering a heart attack. Ademola was laid to rest at the Atan Cemetery in Yaba, Lagos in a sober ceremony that left many attendees […]
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IPMAN Rejects Fuel Imports as Dangote Refinery Denies Supply Disruption Claims
The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has expressed opposition to the continued importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) into the country.This comes as the Chairman of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Aliko Dangote, has filed a formal corruption petition against former Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), […]
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AFCON: Morocco, Senegal advance to semi-final
Morocco have qualified for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final after a 2-0 win over Cameroon at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on Friday. Brahim Diaz continued his red-hot tournament form with another goal, and was joined by Ismael Saibari on the scoresheet as Cameroon were dumped out of the tournament. Wahid Regragui’s side are […]
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Shettima seeks divine support, reaffirms FG’s backing for Armed Forces
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday sought divine intervention for Nigeria’s security forces while reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to continually support and strengthen the Armed Forces in tackling the nation’s security challenges. Speaking at a special Juma’at prayer to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day at the National Mosque, Abuja, Shettima paid tribute to fallen […]
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FG to spend N49bn on inmate welfare, prison upgrades
The Federal Government has allocated over N49bn in the 2026 budget estimates for the feeding of inmates, medical supplies, prison repairs, uniforms, and the purchase of arms and security equipment. The budget breakdown showed that N40bn was allocated for foodstuffs and catering materials, N1bn for uniforms and other clothing, N1bn for drugs and medical supplies, […]
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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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