January 2026

Raheem Ibrahim The Commissioner of Police (CP), Lagos Command, Mr Moshood Olohundare Jimoh has attributed his achievements in policing the State to Divine Intervention, effectiveness of his officers and men with the…
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Televangelist and founder of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracle Ministry, Dr Chris Okafor, has raised concerns over what he described as sustained cyberbullying against him, calling for stronger regulation of Nigeria’s cyberspace…
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Garba Shehu, former presidential spokesperson, has revealed that the late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari approved the removal of Hadiza Bala Usman as managing director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) despite their close personal…
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By Ayo Oyoze Baje Quote; "My vision has been to create a senatorial district where every child has the opportunity to learn, every young person can access meaningful employment, and every family has basic amenities…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the elevation of one (1) DIG, two (2) AIGs and over twenty-six thousand Inspectors following its 3rd Plenary Meeting held today, Thursday, 29th January…
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Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South in the National Assembly, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s inner circle, alleging that the President is being poorly served by advisers who lack political…
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Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has issued a scathing critique of traders in Onitsha, questioning the selective observance of “sit-at-home” orders and labeling the continued Monday closures as…
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The Lead Pastor of Champions Faith Assembly, Prophet Joshua Iginla, has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the viral statement, “I can never follow a poor pastor,” saying that life is defined by personal choice and perspective.…
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he presiding pastor of the master's place international church, Pastor Korede Komaiya has said, "The families makes up a nation". Komaiya made this known in a recently released video clip message, titled; ALL ROUND FAMILY & MARITAL…
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Abuja, Nigeria – Pilgrims from 109 countries visited the Dunamis International Gospel Centre’s Glory Dome, located along Airport Road in Abuja, in 2025, according to a video clip shown by the church during its Sunday service. The clip…
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By Juliana Francis The Nigeria Police Force Microfinance Bank (NPF MFB) is guided by a core belief: empowering businesswomen is one of the fastest ways to drive economic growth and strengthen…
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Raheem Ibrahim. The Sarkin Malamai of Ilorin, Sheikh Yakub Imam Ali-Agan, has commended the leadership of Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union (IEDPU) under its President, Alhaji…
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Former Inspector-General of Police, Mike Okiro, has endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term, describing his administration as “courageous, reform-driven and unprecedented”. Okiro spoke on Sunday with…
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Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, has opened up about her ended marriage to billionaire industrialist and BUA Group chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu. Musawa, 51, and Mr Rabiu, 65, have four children…
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By Ebinum Samuel  Nigeria Police Force (NPF) Microfinance Bank has recorded remarkable growth over the past three decades, evolving from a modest institution with a capital base of ₦500,000 in 1993 into…
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By Ebinum Samuel Seizes bags of explosives heading to Kano, Kaduna; Edo village head, 72-year-old grandpa, others in custody as Agency recovers tons of illicit drugs in raids across Borno, Jigawa, Kwara, Ekiti, Lagos, Ondo,…
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By Ebinum Samuel Charges them to dismantle drug cartels, intensify sensitization advocacy nationwide ​ABUJA, NIGERIA – Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig.…
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The presiding pastor of master's place international church, Pastor Korede Komaiya has said; "Nothing Attracts People Like Love". The cleric made this known in a video clip message recently released titled, "This Is The Foundation: To…
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By Ayo Oyoze Baje Quote: "They will put you out of the synagogue; in fact, the time is coming when anyone who kills you will think they are offering a service to God." -John 16:2 ►(New…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Police Service Commission through its spokesman, Torty Kalu said it has noted with concern a recent report published by Sahara Reporters on January 21, 2026, titled “‘We’ve Done Everything Required’: Police…
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Five soldiers have been killed when a Boko Haram suicide bomber rammed into a military convoy in the Timbuktu triangle in Borno State, while an unspecified number of troops were injured. Security sources…
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Kurmin Wali community in southern Kaduna has been thrown into panic following the mass abduction of 177 Christian worshippers, the second attack in a week. On Sunday, gunmen attacked three churches in the community and…
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The identities of the 177 persons kidnapped from ECWA Church and Cherubim and Seraphim Churches 1 and 2 at Kurmin Wali community in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Sunday have been revealed. The list paints…
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No fewer than six persons, mainly students returning to school, have been confirmed dead following a boat mishap at Buruku crossing in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State. Many others are also still missing after…
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A 300-level Computer Science student of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, Niger State, identified as Kelvin Danlami, has died following reported financial difficulties linked to gambling. …
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Opral Benson, the Iya Oge of Lagos who was earlier reported missing by her family, has been found in Liberia. A family source confirmed the development on Tuesday evening, noting that the 90-year-old…
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By Ebinum Samuel Honours 166 NDLEA personnel, 17 Commands at bi-annual CCEO awards and commendation ceremony; charges officers to go all out against drug cartels, barons ABUJA, Tuesday, 20th January 2026 – Chairman/Chief…
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Outrage erupted in Maiduguri on Monday after the All Progressives Congress, APC, excluded the photograph of Vice-President Kashim Shettima from a banner displayed at the North-East Zonal Public Hearing on the amendment of…
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An Inspector of Police identified as Victor Okus, has shot two of his colleagues, following an altercation in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Although the cause of the shooting is still…
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Raheem Ibrahim The National President of Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union (IEDPU), Alhaji Abdulmumini Ayo Abdulmalik, has commiserated with the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman, Kwara State Council of Chiefs,…
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Miami, Florida. Cedars of Lebanon Hospital. May 9, 1981. 4:47 pm. Muhammad Ali walked slowly down the hospital corridor, more slowly than he usually moved. At 39, the greatest boxer of all time was beginning to feel that…
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Lagos, January 18, 2026 – Police Operatives under the Area ‘M’ Command, Idimu, Lagos, have arrest two Togolese brothers, working as domestic workers, over alleged theft of luxury items and cash valued about ₦118…
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By Ebinum Samuel As Agency recovers illicit drugs from his hideout, nabs ex-convict, female online vendor, others in Jigawa, Lagos, Ogun, Edo, Delta, Oyo, FCT, Enugu, Kwara raids ABUJA — Operatives of the…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), DIG Hashimu Salihu Argungu (rtd), has lauded the Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination, and Head of the Central Results Delivery…
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The family of a 23-year-old student k!lled in protests in Iran have said that they had to sift through hundreds of young people’s bodies to find her. Rubina Aminian, 23, a fashion student at Shariati College in Tehran, was…
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The Edo State High Court, Criminal Court 2, has ordered the remand of several youths arrested during the recent protest in Ekpoma at the Ubiaja Correctional Centre. The decision followed an application by the prosecution…
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By Sola Bamidele It is no longer news that since return to democracy in 1999, Yagba Federal Constituency, one of the three federal constituencies in Kogi West Senatorial District had been excluded from the rotation…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Edo State Police Command, through its spokeswoman, ASP Eno Ikoedem, has clarifeid the true position of events surrounding the protest that occurred in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo…
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By Ebinum Samuel Dispatch rider, others nabbed; tons of illicit drugs recovered in raids across Edo, Akwa Ibom, Adamawa, Taraba, Niger, Oyo   Barely three years after he was arrested, prosecuted and sentenced to two years…
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By Idowu Ajanaku Quote: "Governor Aiyedatiwa's contributions to the progress, growth and development of Ondo State, formerly as Deputy Governor, Acting Governor, and now Governor, are a pragmatic testament to his visionary…
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By Tunde Olusunle I received an invite last December to join a delegation of elders and leaders from my sociocultural group, to visit the governor of my state. That the proposed meeting intended to discuss with the…
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The Obidient Movement has insisted that the 2027 presidency should remain in the South, declaring that former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is best positioned to complete what it described as the region’s…
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Renowned author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, have lost one of their twin sons, Nkanu Nnamdi. According to a statement issued on Thursday by Omawumi Ogbe, on behalf of the family, the…
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Satisfied with his pivotal roles, PRovoke Media, has named Group Chief Branding and Communications, Dangote Group, Anthony Chiejina, as the only Nigerian to win Global Influence 100 for the fifth consecutive time. …
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Ayo Oyoze Baje Quote: “Every time we believe we have seen the worst from our country, the shameless, opportunistic power grabbers take us back to a new low” – Nigeria Democratic Liberty Forum, NDLF New York…
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Chelsea have confirmed the appointment of Liam Rosenior as their new coach to replace Enzo Maresca. Chelsea announced his appointment with a statement on their website on Tuesday. The 41-year-old will become Chelsea’s…
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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has ruled out stepping down in the race for the African Democratic Congress presidential ticket, while accusing President Bola Tinubu of alleged interference in the internal affairs of the opposition…
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By Tunde Olusunle One of the most intriguing volumes of poetry written by the globally respected poet, scholar, essayist and dramatist, Niyi Osundare is titled The Word Is An Egg. At the last count, Osundare had…
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Aide to ex–Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Mr. Phrank Shaibu, has criticised the Presidency over what he described as misplaced priorities amid Nigeria’s worsening economic and security challenges. In a press…
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The Police Command in Lagos State on Monday said it has confirmed the identity of officers accused of extorting N3.3 million from a couple in Lagos, and have consequently detained them. The command identified the…
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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has recorded a major boost in Abia State, with about 5,000 new members joining the party barely a week after former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, announced…
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By Ebinum Samuel The attention of the Police Service Commission has been drawn to reports of illegal charges of up to Fifteen Thousand Naira (₦15,000) or more being collected by some cyber cafes and their agents from…
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By Ebinum Samuel Wanted female drug kingpin ‘Mama Kerosine’ arrested in Ibadan; large consignments of opioids, skunk recovered in Borno, Lagos, Kwara, Jigawa raids   Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency…
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Professor Tokunbo Akeredolu-Ale PhD The Igbo apprenticeship system stands as one of Africa’s most coherent indigenous models of professional formation, enterprise succession, and competency validation. Its…
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By Ebinum Samuel Chairman of the Senate Committee on Services and Senator Representing Kogi West Zone, Sunday Steve Karimi, says the National Assembly fully backs President Bola Tinubu’s admonition on practical and…
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By Tunde Olusunle Frequent invasion of unsuspecting communities; random abductions-for-ransom and killings in Kogi West Senatorial Zone compel the question: Exactly what role is the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman…
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By Ebinum Samuel The Nigerian Air Force, under the Joint Task Force South West, Operation AWATSE, has arrested drug suspects and recovered assorted narcotics during an intelligence-led operation in Lagos, handing them over…
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Senator Sunday Steve Karimi  My Dear People of Kogi West Senatorial Zone, I send you greetings for the new year 2026. As a district in Kogi State, the previous year threw up peculiar challenges for us. Most worrying was the…
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By Ayo Oyoze Baje Quote: “Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are learning to do.” – Pele …
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By Ebinum Samuel  ‎ ‎The Delta State Police Command has decisively quelled violent disturbances orchestrated by 43 hoodlums and criminal elements who attempted to hijack the New Year Eve celebrations in parts of Asaba metropolis…
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