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target=_blank>Abuja court strikes out FG defamation charges against Natasha
From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Federal Government (FG) has formally withdrawn the criminal charges filed against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. This comes weeks after the government’s withdrawal of the defamation case instituted by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Court documents showed that the Office of the
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target=_blank>Benue, NFSP/SCRIH partner on peace-building, food security
From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Nigeria Food Security Project (NFSP) and Supply Chain Research and Innovation Hub (SCRIH), under the SPRiNG Project, have met with stakeholders in Benue State on plans to embark on a pilot project that targets peace building to enhance food security and climate resilience in the state. The pilot project, titled
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target=_blank>Residents laud Aba Power over free metering, regular electricity supply
From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Residents of Aba, the commercial capital of Abia State, have lauded the APL Electric Company for carrying out a free metering exercise in the city and ensuring regular power supply over the period. Some of the residents who spoke during a customers’ meeting said what APL Electric Company has done in
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target=_blank>Okpebholo receives released AAU students, warns against violence
From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has received students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, and others who were recently released following their arrest in connection with the Ekpoma protest, assuring them of his administration’s commitment to dialogue, reform and the overall development of the university and the state. The governor spoke
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target=_blank>We will confront all obstacles threatening our democracy – CDS
From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has reiterated the determination of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to protect the nation’s democracy and remain resolute in the fight against terrorism and all forms of criminality that threaten the peace and stability of the country. This is just as the
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target=_blank>Cross Riover: Otu pays tribute to Nigeria’s fallen heroes
Renews commitment to welfare of veterans, families ____________________________ From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has renewed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of military veterans, widows, and families of fallen heroes. The governor renewed this commitment when he joined officers, veterans, and stakeholders at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance
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target=_blank>Ex-presidential aspirant Ogbonnia dumps APC
From Jude Chinedu, Enugu A former presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Enugu State, Dr SKC Ogbonnia, has resigned his membership of the party, citing what he described as failed governance under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Ogbonnia, in a resignation letter addressed to the APC chairman of Owelli/Amoli/Ugbo/Ogugu Ward in Awgu Local
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target=_blank>Edo doctor freed after paying N50m ransom, brother killed
From Tony Osauzo, Benin Abducted Edo medical doctor Dr Ibrahim Tahir has been released from captivity after his family paid a N50 million ransom. The victim was kidnapped with his younger brother on January 2 at their residence along City Pride Road, Igbira Camp, Auchi, while opening the gate to their compound. The victim’s father
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target=_blank>Anambra probes trafficking of 35 underage girls
From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Anambra State Government has directed relevant security agencies and regulatory authorities to immediately investigate the allegations of trafficking and sexual exploitation of thirty-five (35) underage children from Ebonyi State in a brothel in the state. The investigation is to establish the facts, rescue and protect the affected minors, and ensure
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target=_blank>AFCON: Why I introduced Chukwueze for penalty shootout against Morocco – Chelle
By Seyi Babalola Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has explained why he chose to bring in Samuel Chukwueze for the penalty shootout in Wednesday’s defeat to Morocco. After regular and extra time went goalless, the hosts won the shootout 4-2 to advance to their first competition final since 2004. Chukwueze replaced Frank Onyeka near the
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target=_blank>OPEC Report: Nigeria’s H2 2025 Economic Growth Boosted By Non-Oil Sector
On Wednesday, the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has admitted the positive impact of Nigeria’s non-oil sector on its economic growth in the second half of 2025. This is contained in its Monthly Oil Market Report (MOMR) released on Wednesday, January 14. In the report, the Organisation noted that “Nigeria’s economy showed resilience in…
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target=_blank>Aiyedatiwa Supports Widows Of Fallen Heroes With N50m
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has called on institutions and private individuals to support the government’s empowerment initiative aimed at improving the welfare of families of military personnel who died in active service. Speaking during the laying of wreaths and empowerment of widows of fallen heroes at the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremony…
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target=_blank>Oyetola Felicitates Akande At 87
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has extended warm congratulations to former Governor of Osun State, Chief Bisi Akande, as he marks his 87th birthday on Friday, January 16, 2026. In a heartfelt message celebrating the respected leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Oyetola described Chief Akande as a towering figure…
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target=_blank>Infrastructure Dev’t: ADUSTECH Renovates Students’ Hostels
The Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH), Wudil, Kano State, has renovated its student hostels and upgraded its healthcare facilities as part of efforts to improve academic standards and campus life. The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Tukur Musa Yakasai, disclosed this during an inspection tour of key facilities in the institution on…
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target=_blank>Armed Forces Day: Gov. Otu Reaffirms Support For Veterans, Families
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of military veterans, widows, and families of fallen heroes, as he joined officers, veterans, and other stakeholders at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day, held on Thursday at the Eleven Eleven Millennium Park Remembrance Arcade in Calabar. Represented…
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target=_blank>Insecurity: Sokoto Govt Clarifies Viral Video On Tidibale Community’s Displacement
The Sokoto State Government has issued a clarification regarding a viral video circulating on social media, which allegedly shows residents of Tidibale village forced to flee their homes due to bandit attacks. The government explained the situation to set the record straight and provide accurate information to the public. In a statement issued by Abubakar…
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target=_blank>KWSG, Saraki Trade Words Over Road Construction
The Media Office of former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has described the claim by the Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s administration that it has constructed more roads than past administrations as false and “another clear example of the governor’s obsession with the personality and achievements of one of his predecessors.” In a statement signed…
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target=_blank>Armed Forces Day: PDP Demands Improved Welfare For Soldiers
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for improved welfare packages for members of the Armed Forces, as well as personnel of the security and intelligence community, to enable them to better discharge their assigned duties. In a statement to mark 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, PDP National Chairman, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, also urged…
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target=_blank>Nasarawa United Suffer Home Defeat To Kano Pillars
Nasarawa United FC on Wednesday suffered a painful 1–0 home defeat to Kano Pillars in a Matchday 19 fixture of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) played at the Premier Football League (NPFL) played at the Lafia Township Stadium. The match, which was played behind closed doors, saw the hosts dominate the first half but…
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target=_blank>N246bn Allocation To NEDC Statutory Lump Sum, Not Salaries – DG Budget
The Budget Office of the Federation has dismissed claims circulating on social media that the North East Development Commission (NEDC) operates a ₦246 billion salaries budget, describing the allegation as false and misleading. Clarifying the issue in a signed press statement on Thursday, the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Mr. Tanimu Yakubu,…
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