Breaking News from Nigerian Evening Newspapers and Evening News Sunday 18th January 2026
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target=_blank>Ja’oji condemns killing of Mother, Six Children in Kano
Senior Special Assistant to the President Citizenship and Leadership, Hon. Nasir Bala Aminu Ja’oji, has condemned the brutal killing of a mother and her six children in Kano. The victims, Fatima Abubakar, 35, and her children Maimuna (17), Aisha (16), Bashir (13), Abubakar (10), Faruk (7), and Abdussalam, barely one and a half years old,
E2%82%A640-63bn-on-education-in-2026/ target=_blank>Adamawa Govt to Spend ₦40.63bn on Education in 2026
The Adamawa State Government has earmarked ₦40.63 billion for the education sector in the 2026 budget, reaffirming the administration of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s commitment to delivering quality and inclusive education across the state. The allocation is expected to drive major improvements in the sector, with funds set aside for the construction of new schools
target=_blank>Why Kaduna Will Support Tinubu’s Re-election—Uba Sani
Governor Uba Sani has pledged that Kaduna State will support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election because of the dividends of democracy that he has brought to the state and country at large. The Governor who listed projects that were executed by Federal Government and those that it has attracted in Kaduna State, spoke on Sunday
E2%82%A631-94bn-for-healthcare/ target=_blank>Adamawa Earmarks ₦31.94bn for Healthcare
The Adamawa State Government has earmarked ₦31.94 billion for the healthcare sector in its 2026 budget, underscoring the administration of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s commitment to improving health service delivery across the state. The allocation is aimed at strengthening social interventions in the health sector, with a focus on expanding access to quality and affordable
target=_blank>ADC Seeks Clarification over alleged discrepancies in US-Nigeria Health MoU
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged the Federal Government to clarify the contents of the recently signed health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States, citing conflicting descriptions from both governments. The ADC said that although the Federal Government has presented the MoU as a technical and inclusive framework to strengthen health
target=_blank>Ondo APC: We registered over 100,000 digitally verified members in 2weeks
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo state says it has recorded over 100,000 digitally verified members across the state, just two weeks after the commencement of the party’s nationwide membership e-registration exercise. Engr. Bamidele Oladipo, State Coordinator of the Ondo Consolidation Group for AsiwajuDatiwa, disclosed this on Sunday while applauding Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for
target=_blank>FG files criminal charges against Ozekhome over UK Property saga
The Federal Government has filed charges against Mike Ozekhome, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), over his involvement in a disputed property case in the United Kingdom. Daily Trust had reported how a UK tribunal indicted Ozekhome for allegedly using fraudulent documents to claim ownership of the property located at 79 Randall Avenue, London NW2
target=_blank>‘It’s unacceptable’, Atiku condemns killing of Kano housewife, 6 children
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the killing of a woman and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters, Kano. The gruesome killings have continued to attract widespread condemnation from political leaders and civil society groups, with renewed calls for improved security across the country. The Kano State Police Command has since arrested three suspects
target=_blank>PDP denies membership levy, mulls voluntary contributions to fund activities
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has denied reports that it was planning to impose levy on its members across the country to fund its activities. National Publicity Secretary of the party, Comrade Ini Ememobong, said at the weekend that the party was going through a rebirth process, adding that
target=_blank>Dorayi killings: Barau hails police over arrest of principal suspects, seeks thorough investigation
Deputy Senate President Barau I Jibrin, has commended the Kano State Police Command for the arrest of the three suspects over the gruesome murder of a housewife and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters of Kano metropolis. Senator Barau, in a statement by Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Malam Ismail Mudashir, described the
target=_blank>AFCON: ‘They gave everything for me’ – Chelle hails Super Eagles stars
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has hailed his players following Nigeria’s AFCON third-place playoff win against Egypt on Saturday. Chelle said Super Eagles players gave everything for him, adding that they also won his respect. The Malian watched as Nigeria won the bronze medal, thanks to a 4-2 penalty win against Egypt. The encounter
AFCON: ‘They gave everything for me’ – Chelle hails Super Eagles stars
target=_blank>Dorayi killings: There’s hope for justice – Kwankwaso commends police over arrest
Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed relief over the swift arrest of suspects linked to the gruesome murder of Fatima Abubakar and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi, Kano State. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Kwankwaso described the killing as “barbaric, heartbreaking and deeply
Dorayi killings: There’s hope for justice – Kwankwaso commends police over arrest
target=_blank>Indigenes protest oil exploration in their community, bemoan lack of amenities, seek urgent help
Indigenes of Ogwu Ikpele in Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State have protested the activities of oil exploration company, Sterling Petroleum Energy Exploration Company (SPEECO) in their community. The indigenes chose the 10th anniversary of SPEECO in their community to stage a protest, calling for government attention over their plight, which mostly bother on
Indigenes protest oil exploration in their community, bemoan lack of amenities, seek urgent help
target=_blank>Three perish in Kwara fire disaster
A Fatal fire Incident at Laduba community, Ogidi Ilorin, Kwara State capital, has claimed the lives of three children. The tragic incident occurred on Saturday, at 18:46hrs, at No. 1 Popo Street, beside Ojere Junction, Laduba Community, Ogidi Area of Ilorin metropolis. The incident involved a storey building comprising about five rooms and six shops,
Three perish in Kwara fire disaster
target=_blank>Bauchi ADC denies chairman’s removal, alleges moves to factionalise party
The Bauchi State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed reports of the removal of its state chairman, accusing expelled members of attempting to factionalise the party. The state chairman, Hassan Haruna, told journalists at the weekend that some suspended and expelled members had “opened a factional office” and were parading an “illegal
Bauchi ADC denies chairman’s removal, alleges moves to factionalise party
target=_blank>Suspected herdsmen kill two in fresh Benue attack
Suspected herders have reportedly killed two people in a fresh attack on Sham-Ior community, the headquarters of Guma Local Government Area in Benue State. Residents said the incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, prompting the community to be deserted as people fled to nearby areas for safety. A community source said the assailants
Suspected herdsmen kill two in fresh Benue attack
target=_blank>2027: APC will be voted out – Gbenga Hashim
Gbenga Hashim, chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has asserted that the All Progressives Congress, APC, will be voted out in the 2027 general elections. He stated that no legal or administrative manoeuvres can derail Nigeria’s multiparty democracy. Hashim further alleged that “the ruling APC is engaging in legal and institutional actions aimed at
2027: APC will be voted out – Gbenga Hashim
target=_blank>AFCON: Why we lost to Nigeria – Egypt coach, Hossam Hassan
Egypt head coach, Hossam Hassan, has suggested why his team was defeated by Nigeria in the AFCON third-place playoff on Saturday. Hassan watched as Nigeria defeated the Pharaohs 4-2 on a penalty shootout following a 0-0 draw. Speaking to reporters at his post-match interview, Hassan, who insisted that the match was evenly balanced, admitted that
AFCON: Why we lost to Nigeria – Egypt coach, Hossam Hassan
target=_blank>Arabinrin Aderonke: FIRS To NRS – So far so seamless
The establishment of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) represents a defining moment in the evolution of Nigeria’s tax administration. Transitioning from the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) to NRS is not merely a change in name or structure; it signals a broader reform agenda aimed at strengthening revenue mobilisation, improving taxpayer experience, and supporting national
Arabinrin Aderonke: FIRS To NRS – So far so seamless
target=_blank>AFCON Bronze: Southern Governors’ Forum Hails Gallant Super Eagles
The Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum and Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has poured glowing tributes on the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their heroic outing and bronze medal triumph at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), describing their performance as a victory of spirit, courage, and national pride. Governor Abiodun
AFCON Bronze: Southern Governors’ Forum Hails Gallant Super Eagles
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