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target=_blank>FCTA vows sustained security crackdown in 2026 as residents demand affordable housing, better healthcare
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has reaffirmed its commitment to ramp up security operations throughout 2026, even as residents urged authorities to tackle pressing needs like affordable housing, improved hospitals, and relentless action against crime during New Year crossover services. This pledge came from Director of the FCTA Security Services
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target=_blank>First Lady declares 2026 as year of peace and prosperity, welcomes first baby of the year
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu kicked off the new year with visits to new mothers at the Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, describing 2026 as a period of “peace in abundance” and “prosperity in abundance” for the country. Accompanied by the wife of the Vice President, Nana Shettima; Minister of Women
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target=_blank>ADC belongs to Atiku, can’t zone presidential ticket – Keyamo
By John Ogunsemore Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo has claimed the African Democratic Congress (ADC) belongs to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. This, he said, made it difficult for the party to zone its presidential ticket like its rivals – All Progressives Congress (APC) and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Keyamo said this
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target=_blank>Mutfwang dumps PDP, directs aides to resign
From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Plateau State Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). With the latest development, the coast is now clear to formally declare for the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Governor, in a signed letter addressed to the Chairman, PDP Ampang West Ward, Mangu Local Government Area of
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target=_blank>Ebonyi procures three aircraft
From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The Ebonyi State Government has announced the procurement of three new aircraft for the state airport as part of efforts to boost economic activities and improve connectivity within and outside the state. Governor Francis Nwifuru made this known on Wednesday while delivering his 2026 New Year address to the people of
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target=_blank>Nigeria safer than US – American rapper DDG
American rapper Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., also known as DDG, has described Western media propaganda on Nigeria as “fake”. The hip-hop musician, who is now on vacation in Lagos, stated that contrary to Western propaganda, Nigeria is “nowhere near” as dangerous as the United States. He urged foreigners to visit Nigeria to see things for
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target=_blank>Marriage failures caused by weak foundations – Cleric
By Chinelo Obogo Marriage failures are caused by absence of foundation elements and weak foundations, therefore, intending couples must build their relationship on strong key principles while mutual understanding will also ensure a strong and lasting relationship, a cleric has said. The Bishop of the African Church Cathedral, Ifako Diocese, Lagos State, Rt. Reverend Samuel
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target=_blank>Ex-Ebonyi guber candidate Ifeanyi Odii quits PDP
From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate for the 2023 general elections in Ebonyi State, Chief Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii, resigned his membership of the party on New Year’s Day. In a letter dated January 1, 2026, and addressed to the PDP Chairman, Amanator Ward, Isuachara, Onicha Local Government Area of the
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target=_blank>New Year: Inclusive governance, collaboration reason for Cross River’s progress – Gov Otu
…Harps on unity Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has called on Cross Riverians to sustain unity and collective purpose as the surest pathway to shared prosperity, declaring that the state’s steady progress is the fruit of inclusive governance and deliberate collaboration. In his 2026 New Year message entitled: “Together, We Flourish,” the
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target=_blank>APC chieftain Ikonne charges Otti on LGA autonomy in Abia New Year message
From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Prince Paul Ikonne, has charged Governor Alex Otti to ensure that local government authorities function freely and effectively in the state. He also demanded that the people of the state rise with courage, ask the right questions and hold the
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target=_blank>New Year: Reps Minority Urges FG To Tackle Insecurity
The Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to prioritise nation’s security in the new year. The call was contained in a new year message jointly signed by Hon. O.K Chinda, Minority Leader, Hon. Ali Isa J.C, Minority Whip, Hon. Aliyu Madaki, Deputy Minority Leader and Hon. George Ozodinobi,…
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target=_blank>Oborevwori Celebrates Justice Rosaline Bozimo At 80
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, has congratulated former Chief Judge of the State and erstwhile Administrator of the National Judicial Institute (NJI), Justice Rosaline Patricia Irorefe Bozimo, as she marks her 80th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Thursday, described Justice Bozimo as an…
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target=_blank>Ekiti 2026: Oyebanji Assures Sustenance Of Rapid Devt
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji has declared 2026 as a year of unlimited opportunities for the government and people of the state, promising to sustain the rapid development being witnessed across all sectors. Oyebanji, in his statewide broadcast to mark the New Year, which was aired across all radio and television stations in the state,…
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target=_blank>2026 Shouldn’t Be Another Broken Promise, PDP Warns Tinubu
The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has warned President Bola Tinubu that the 2026 should not be another broken promises but a turning point marked by decisive and people-centred governance. PDP, in a statement issued by the National Publicity Secretary, Ini Emembong told the president that partisan considerations or political survival should not guide the action…
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target=_blank>New Year: Abiodun Reaffirms Inclusive Growth, Grants Clemency To 71 Inmates
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commended residents of the state for their unwavering support of his administration, reaffirming that his focus in the new year remains the building of a prosperous, inclusive, and economically diversified State, anchored on strategic infrastructure and human capital development. The Governor made this known in his 2026 New…
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target=_blank>Success Of 2026, A Collective Effort, Says Soludo
Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State on Thursday said the success of the year 2026 demands the collective efforts of all and sundry in building and improving on the achievements recorded in the year 2025. Soludo, in his New Year message to the state, noted that the dawn of the new year calls for reflections…
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target=_blank>SDP Chairman Asks Tinubu To Prioritise Security, Economy
The National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Alhaji Shehu Musa Gabam, has called on Nigerians to embrace unity and collective action in addressing the country’s security, economic and social challenges in the new year In a New Year message titled “Building a Better Nigeria: The 2026 Vision for Collective Action,” Gabam said Nigeria…
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target=_blank>Nigeria Witnessed Unprecedented Institutional Collapse In 2025 – Adebayo
Former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has delivered a scathing assessment of President Bola Tinubu’s administration in 2025, describing the year as one marked by abuse of power, constitutional violations and deepening hardship for Nigerians. Adebayo spoke during an interview on the sidelines of the Adebayo National Marathon in…
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target=_blank>Ebonyi Govt Procures 3 Aircraft To Boost Economic Growth – Nwifuru
Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has disclosed that the State government procured three aircraft to boost its economic potentialities. Nwifuru made this announcement on Thursday while delivering his 2026 New Year address, tagged “Ebonyi Rising, A New Year of Hope/Responsibility to the people of the State. He noted that the aircraft tagged Ebonyi Air…
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target=_blank>How Sokoto’s 2026 Budgets Reflect Governance Choices
“A budget is telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went.” -Dave Ramsey For Governor Ahmed Aliyu, his annual budgets are more than a financial document; it is a deliberate and clear expression of his governance priorities, a roadmap for development, and a framework for accountability. Each of his budgets reflects…
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