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Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has formally resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), in a mass defection that includes state lawmakers, federal lawmakers, and local government chairmen in the state.

Abuja saw the launch of a new U.S.-Nigeria Working Group on Friday, aimed at strengthening cooperation in the fight against terrorism.

The House Minority Caucus has raised alarm over discrepancies in several recently gazetted tax laws, claiming they were altered after passing the National Assembly and being signed by President Bola Tinubu.

The Rivers State impeachment process involving Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, has hit a major legal roadblock.

Millions of Nigerians were left without electricity on Friday after another collapse of the national power grid.

The Lagos State Government is set to begin a statewide measles rubella vaccination campaign from January 27 to February 5, 2026.

Two media professionals with CWIA Media Group have earned postgraduate degrees at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) convocation ceremonies.

A truck driver has died following a multiple-vehicle collision early Friday morning on Otedola Bridge, inward Secretariat, along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, Lagos State traffic authorities have confirmed.

The Lagos State Police Command has identified a suspect allegedly responsible for the attack scare messages sent to three private schools in the state, assuring residents that no explosive devices were planted and that all schools are safe.

NDLEA Chairman, Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), has directed commanders nationwide to break drug cartels and step up sensitisation campaigns as part of the agency’s 2026 operational focus.

Former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has warned that Nigeria risks undermining its democratic future beyond 2026 if citizens continue to tolerate constitutional shortcuts and weaken the institutions meant to safeguard the rule of law.

TikTok has announced a new deal that will allow the popular short-video platform to continue operating in the United States, ending years of uncertainty over its future amid national security concerns raised by Washington.

The Nigerian Navy has intensified efforts to expand its indigenous shipbuilding programme to boost operational capability and reduce dependence on foreign-built naval platforms.

British-Nigerian actress Wunmi Mosaku has earned a Best Supporting Actress nomination at the 98th Academy Awards for her role in the vampire horror film Sinners.

The Federal Government has officially prohibited electricity distribution companies and meter installers from charging customers any fee for the installation of electricity meters.

The United States has unveiled a sweeping proposal to rebuild Gaza from the ground up, presenting a “New Gaza” master plan at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s dedication to supporting government efforts in addressing the challenges faced by refugees, migrants, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) across Nigeria.

President Donald Trump on Thursday unveiled the "Board of Peace" at the World Economic Forum and said he will personally chair the new body meant to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and help with reconstruction.

U.S. lawmakers have sharply condemned the mass abduction of worshippers from churches in Kaduna State and warned Washington “will not tolerate the massacre of innocent Christians,” after armed men kidnapped more than 160 people during Sunday services.

The Chief Judge of Rivers State, Justice Chibuzor Simeon Amadi, has declined to form a seven-member panel to investigate allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Sim Fubara and his Deputy, Ngozi Ordu.

Despite global trade disruptions, World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala says Nigeria can capitalize on shifting supply chains to lead Africa’s textile and apparel sector.

The Supreme Court has dismissed the murder case against former Chief Security Officer to late military ruler, General Sani Abacha, Major Hamza Al-Mustapha (rtd), over the killing of Kudirat Abiola, citing prolonged inaction by the Lagos State Government.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has started enforcing a ban on producing and selling alcoholic drinks in sachets and PET bottles under 200 milliliters, officials announced on Thursday.

Officials reported that a fire tore through a one-storey shopping complex and nearby stores on Amore Street in Ajegunle Boundary, destroying goods said to be worth millions of naira.

The African Union is set to hold its 48th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

The Nigeria Police Force says there was no attempt to deny or cover up the abductions in Kurmin Wali, Kaduna State.

The Federal Government says it is serious about turning Nigeria’s polytechnics into centres for innovation and hands on skills.

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has visited Kurmin Wali community in Kajuru Local Government Area following the abduction of villagers, as security agencies confirmed that at least 11 victims have escaped from captivity and returned home safely.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control says local production of medicines and medical devices has risen sharply following regulatory reforms aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing.

The Labour Party, led by Barrister Julius Abure, has vowed to appeal a Federal High Court judgment recognizing Esther Nenadi Usman’s Caretaker Committee as party leaders.

Nigeria’s senior men’s handball team opened its Africa Nations Cup campaign with a 25-23 victory over Algeria on Wednesday at Petit Stade in Kigali.

A special farmers-and-herders court in Jigawa has ordered nine cattle herders to pay ₦500 million in compensation after finding them guilty of destroying farmers’ crops.

The Federal Government, on Wednesday, said it will push for a wide overhaul of Nigeria’s polytechnic system to produce more job creators and build stronger links with industry.

The Confederation of African Football, on Wednesday, named its official Team of the Tournament for AFCON 2025, with Senegal and Morocco supplying most of the players and Nigeria claiming three places.

The Federal Government on Tuesday pledged to conduct a credible and transparent national census, saying it will “not sacrifice due process for speed,” the information minister told visiting officials from the National Population Commission.

Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has been confirmed as a three-time Guinness World Records holder after organisers found that her September jollof rice attempt also met rules for the “largest serving of rice.”

A magistrate court in Sagamu, Ogun State, on Tuesday, granted bail to the driver involved in a December crash that killed two members of Anthony Joshua’s team and injured the boxer, court and police sources said.

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has affirmed that former President Goodluck Jonathan and other qualified Southern members are eligible to contest the party’s presidential ticket for the 2027 general election.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has affirmed the removal of Julius Abure as National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP) and ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise the Senator Nenadi Usman-led National Caretaker Committee as the party’s lawful leadership.

A legal expert has told Nigeria Info 99.3FM that Nigeria was right to look again at evidence against Mike Ozekhome after a UK court found documents linked to the late Gen. Jeremiah Useni’s London property were falsified.

Nigerian football legend Sunday Oliseh has aired a tell-all following the events of the just-concluded Africa Cup of Nation (AFCON) tournament in Morocco.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has recorded major successes in Nigeria’s fight against drug trafficking, with 77,792 arrests, including 128 drug barons, 14,225 convictions, and over 14.8 million kilograms of illicit drugs seized in five years.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed as fake a viral online article claiming that it has released the timetable for the 2027 General Elections, urging Nigerians to disregard the report.

The Lagos State Government says rehabilitation of a 20-kilometre stretch of the Lekki–Epe Road will begin on Sunday and last about 64 days.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday arraigned Sarumi Samusudeen Babafemi, an associate of socialite Ismail Mustapha (a.k.a. Mompha), alongside three companies over an alleged ₦206 million fraud before the Lagos State Special Offences Court, Ikeja.

Public health experts have accused the tobacco industry of using deception, massive profits and strategic acquisitions to rebrand itself as a public health partner, while continuing to profit from disease and death.

Nigeria’s men’s national football team, the Super Eagles, have climbed to 26th place in the latest FIFA World Rankings, their highest global position since 2010.

Nigerian international Akor Adams marked his return from the Africa Cup of Nations with a dramatic performance Monday night, scoring twice to help Sevilla FC salvage a 2-2 draw against Elche CF in a Spanish La Liga match.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced Monday that she will dissolve the House of Representatives at the start of the regular parliamentary session this week, setting the stage for a snap general election on Feb. 8.

A Police inspector has reportedly shot and killed a fellow officer and wounded another colleague during an incident in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, authorities said.

Vice President Kashim Shettima has inaugurated the first-ever Nigeria House at the 2026 World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland, a sovereign pavilion established by the federal government to centralise Nigeria’s investment narrative and engage global investors.

Nigeria’s non-oil exports rose to a record $6.1 billion in 2025, an 11.5 per cent increase from $5.46 billion in 2024, the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) said on Monday.

President Bola Tinubu has conferred Nigeria’s second-highest national honour, the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), on Lebanese Nigerian billionaire businessman Gilbert Chagoury, a move that has drawn public attention due to Chagoury’s controversial past.

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, on Monday inaugurated the Governing Board of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), charging members to uphold accountability and drive reforms aimed at improving efficiency in Nigeria’s ports.

The FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has expressed displeasure with the latest industrial action by the staff of the Federal Capital Territory FeAdministration, describing it as unnecessary and ill-motivated.

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has announced plans to seek intervention from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) following Senegal’s controversial walk‑off during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 final. 

A Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled Thursday, January 22, for the start of the trial of former presidential candidate and activist Omoyele Sowore over alleged cyberstalking and criminal defamation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The federal government has opened applications for the 2026 Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Overseas Scholarship Scheme, offering Nigerian postgraduate students opportunities to study abroad.

The University of Lagos chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) says it is taking a cautious stance on the federal government’s latest agreement, citing years of unfulfilled promises.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has signed the ₦4.4 trillion 2026 budget into law, formally setting the state’s fiscal framework for the year.

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s Operation Hadin Kai have repelled a coordinated drone attack by Boko Haram insurgents while conducting clearance operations in the volatile Timbuktu Triangle region of Borno State.

The Nigerian Army on Sunday denied online reports that soldiers were threatening mutiny over pay, calling the stories “false, misleading and deliberately sensational.”

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has launched an investigation into "unacceptable behaviour" by players and officials following the final match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

A recent photo of top officials lining up to welcome President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Abuja airport has sparked a debate about Nigeria's political culture.

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially released the deployment details for the latest group of graduates, known as the "Batch A" prospective corps members.

Thousands of workers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) began an indefinite strike today, Monday, locking the gates to major government offices and stopping work across the city.

Senegal's Sadio Mané was named Player of the Tournament at the Africa Cup of Nations awards ceremony after the Teranga Lions' dramatic triumph, while Morocco’s Brahim Díaz won the Golden Boot as top scorer and Yassine Bounou took the Golden Glove for best goalkeeper.

Palm oil producers say they are educating members and small farmers about fake palm oil, but they cannot fight market adulteration alone and want the Ministry of Health and consumer agencies to join the effort.

The National Palm Produce Association of Nigeria (NPPAN) has raised an alarm over the prevalence of adulterated palm oil in Nigerian markets, and warned that the problem needs urgent, co-ordinated government action to protect public health and the industry.

Senegal clinched the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title with a thrilling 1-0 victory over hosts Morocco in Rabat on Sunday.

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a long-wanted drug kingpin, Lekan Jimoh, popularly known as “Kanmo-Kanmo,” ending a 12-year manhunt linked to the killing of three NDLEA officers.

A diplomatic and military crisis has erupted in the Arctic after former U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to take over Greenland, prompting European countries to send troops to the island for joint exercises.

Uganda’s government says it will continue a ban on access to social media platforms even as broader internet connectivity returns to much of the country following the presidential election.

Gen. Mamady Doumbouya has been sworn in as president of Guinea, formalizing his transition from military ruler to elected head of state after winning last year’s presidential election by a wide margin, according to official results.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has filed a criminal charge against Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN, accusing the senior lawyer of fraud and forgery in connection with a disputed property in the United Kingdom.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has carried out coordinated air operations in Azir and Musarram areas of Borno State, killing several terrorists and disrupting planned attacks through close air support and air interdiction missions.

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has dragged state governors and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to the Federal High Court in Abuja.

President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja after attending the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Summit in the United Arab Emirates, where he joined global leaders to discuss climate action, energy transition and sustainable development.

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday congratulated Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, for securing the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, praising the players for their resilience after a painful semifinal exit.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria beat the Pharaohs of Egypt 4-2 on penalties in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations third-place playoff on Saturday after a 0-0 draw in normal time, earning the consolation prize and a morale boost.

Professor of English Literature at Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, Sunny Awhefeada, says Nigerian literature is inseparable from the country’s historical experiences, arguing that creative writing in Nigeria has always been shaped by social and political realities.

Workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration have set Monday, 18 January 2026, as the start date of their indefinite strike.

The Federal Government has opened a solar-powered CCTV monitoring centre for the Second Niger Bridge corridor, saying the system will strengthen security and speed up responses to road incidents.

Austin Meregini, Deputy Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, has called on Nigerians to support Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze after the player missed a penalty in Nigeria’s AFCON semi-final against hosts Morocco.

The buildup to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final has taken a dramatic turn as the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) officially accused host nation Morocco of systematic sabotage.

A Qatar Airways flight carrying 248 passengers and 12 crew members made an emergency landing at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled March 9 to deliver judgment in a fresh suit challenging the legal authority of President Bola Tinubu to remove elected state officials during a state of emergency.

Venezuelan authorities say at least 47 members of the country’s armed forces were killed in a United States military operation earlier this month aimed at capturing President Nicolás Maduro.

Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised the Federal Government’s reported $9 million spending on foreign lobbyists.

The Lagos State government has announced plans to begin phasing out firewood-fueled bakeries as part of a broader strategy to curb air pollution and associated health risks.

A Rivers State High Court has temporarily halted efforts by the Rivers State House of Assembly to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy.

Lagos State authorities have ordered a postmortem examination after nine-month-old identical twins died.

Gunmen have killed two police officers during an attack on a checkpoint along Agbani Road in Enugu.

In a dramatic shift that has intensified the political crisis in Rivers State, four members of the House of Assembly who had recently called for a “political solution” have reversed their stance.

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service has reaffirmed that employers must file their annual tax returns for the 2025 financial year by January 31, 2026.

Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced a significantly revised minimum capital framework for capital market operators, marking one of the most extensive regulatory overhauls in years.

President Yoweri Museveni held a commanding lead in early election results announced Friday, while the party of his main challenger, Bobi Wine, said its leader had been placed under effective house arrest by security forces.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar says his son’s decision to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress and back President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid is a personal choice and does not reflect his own political position.

Defending champions Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been drawn into Group C alongside Zambia, Egypt and Malawi for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

Nigeria’s headline inflation rate slowed to 15.15% in December 2025, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported Thursday, marking continued moderation in price pressures at the end of the year.

The spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Abdullahi Bollaji, has outlined the party’s focus on delivering concrete actions rather than rhetoric, as Nigeria faces pressing political and socio-economic challenges.

Statistics shared during the discussion highlighted that breast cancer detected early has a survival rate of up to 99 percent.

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian artistes for their outstanding wins at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), held in Lagos from January 7-11, 2026.

The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, on Thursday struck out the criminal charges filed by the Federal Government against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central.

The Executive Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, on Thursday ordered the demolition of a notorious criminal hideout known as Sambel Joint in Idoji, Okene Local Government Area.

The Nigerian Legion has renewed calls for sustained government, corporate, and public support for military veterans and the families of fallen heroes, stressing that remembrance must go beyond annual ceremonies to tangible welfare interventions.

Environmental activist and HOMEF Director, Mr. Nnimmo Bassey, has called on the Lagos State Government to immediately halt the ongoing demolition of homes in the Makoko waterfront community, describing the exercise as a grave violation of human rights.

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Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, national leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), said on Tuesday that some party appointees and lawmakers in Kano were under pressure to endorse a planned defection by Governor Abba Yusuf to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The Nigeria Police say they will not release details of the recent strike in Sokoto State, describing it as a defence matter best handled by the military.

The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Yusha'u Ahmed, has promised to make the service year easier and more inclusive for graduates living with disabilities.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has announced that it will adopt a new "tech-driven" system to manage road accidents and traffic jams starting in 2026.

The Polish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Michał Cygan, has described Nigeria as a stabilising force in West Africa, praising the role of its armed forces in counter-insurgency and regional security efforts.

The political crisis in Rivers State took a new turn as two more members of the House of Assembly officially withdrew their support for the plan to remove Governor Siminalayi Fubara from office.

A federal high court in Abuja on Wednesday adjourned the hearing in a ₦1.2 billion suit by activist Omoyele Sowore against the Inspector-General of Police and the Attorney-General of the Federation until 10th March.

The Federal Government has signed a major agreement with university teachers to improve their pay and working conditions.

The federal government has unveiled plans to train millions of Nigerians, including artisans and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members, in essential digital skills as part of efforts to expand economic participation and strengthen the country’s innovation ecosystem.

Nigeria’s vice captain Victor Osimhen says the Super Eagles are relaxed and confident ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations semi final clash in Morocco.

The trial of suspects linked to the 2022 attack on St Francis Catholic Church in Owo has resumed in Abuja.

U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Iranians to continue protesting against their leaders, saying “help is on its way” as global outrage grows over a violent crackdown.

President Bola Tinubu said Tuesday that Nigeria will co-host Investopia with the United Arab Emirates in Lagos in February, a move aimed at attracting global investors and boosting sustainable investment.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board JAMB says the sale of forms for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination and Direct Entry will begin on January 26.

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has expressed satisfaction with the quality and pace of rehabilitation and expansion work on Section One of the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, directing contractors to complete the project by the end of January.

Two prosecution witnesses on Tuesday told a Federal High Court in Akure how gunmen and explosives were used to carry out the June 5, 2022 attack on St Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, killing dozens of worshippers.

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has ordered the release of students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, who were arrested following recent violent protests in the town.

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) said it has disbursed ₦161.97 billion under the national student loan scheme and has received more than 1.3 million applications since the programme began.

As Nigeria prepares to meet Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on Wednesday, the Nigeria Football Federation reminded fans that “Rabat is a happy hunting ground” for the Super Eagles and highlighted history and present-day milestones.

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo said the protests and violence that broke out in Ekpoma last week was not a simple protest but a “well-organised riot” funded from abroad, and he vowed to bring the organisers to justice.

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has directed all shipping companies, agents, and terminal operators within Nigerian ports to halt any review or increase of charges until they engage fully with their stakeholders.

The United States has delivered military supplies to Nigerian security agencies in Abuja to support ongoing operations against terrorism and violent crime, the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) said on Tuesday.

Three civil society organisations have condemned the Lagos State Government over ongoing demolitions at the Makoko waterfront community.

Chairman of Badagry Local Government Area, Babatunde Hunpe, has declared a seven-day period of mourning following the death of the Akran of Badagry, Aholu Menu Toyi I.

Stakeholders within the All Progressives Congress (APC) and elder statesmen from the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) have moved to intervene in the escalating political crisis in Rivers State.

At least 21,807 refugees and asylum seekers living in Nigeria remain unregistered, leaving them without access to basic services such as food assistance and healthcare, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) said.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has instructed Nigerian universities and other tertiary institutions to undo irregular admission decisions.

Nigeria’s spending on imported refined petroleum products fell sharply over the past two years, according to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced sweeping economic sanctions on Monday aimed at punishing countries that continue to do business with Iran, escalating pressure in response to a nationwide crackdown on protests in Tehran.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, former President Olusegun Obasanjo and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu have paid tributes following the death of the Akran of Badagry, De Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi I, describing him as a stabilising force and custodian of culture and tradition.

Nollywood star Funke Akindele has set new records with her latest movie, becoming Africa’s highest-grossing filmmaker.

Four more bodies have been recovered from the rubble of the old Great Nigeria Insurance building on Lagos Island, raising the confirmed death toll to twelve.

The European Union warned it is ready to impose new sanctions on Iran following a violent crackdown on protesters, now in its second week.

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) says it is ready to implement reforms to address emerging challenges and strengthen its role in national development.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched an investigation into alleged misconduct during the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter-finals. The probe focuses on matches between Cameroon and Morocco, and Algeria and Nigeria.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Abu Dhabi for the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, which opens today.

YouTube star KSI has announced his retirement from boxing, ending years of speculation about a possible showdown with rival Jake Paul.

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) warned Monday that Nigeria’s idle refineries and their politics could shape the next election unless the plants are returned to steady production.

The Federal Government will begin demolishing badly damaged parts of the Iddo Bridge next week as work starts to rebuild the crossing, officials and contractors said Monday.

Nigeria’s resident doctors on Sunday suspended a planned five-day nationwide warning strike after the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) said the federal government committed to address its demands.

On the 2025 Christmas Eve, a raging inferno ripped through the 25-storey Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) House on Martins Street, Lagos Island, spreading to neighbouring plazas and markets and leaving traders’ goods — many bought on credit for the holidays — in ashes.

Timothée Chalamet and Jessie Buckley emerged as major winners at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, as Hollywood kicked off the race toward the 2026 Oscars.

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has opened an investigation into the death of 21-month-old Nkanu Nnamdi Adichie-Esege at Euracare Multi-Specialist Hospital, Lagos, as pressure mounts on the facility following allegations of medical negligence by his mother, renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has issued a bold directive to overhaul federal road construction standards nationwide, mandating concrete shoulders and cement-paved stone bases to boost durability and cut recurring repairs.

The Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy on Sunday urged state governments nationwide to ban the use of wooden boats for commercial water transportation.

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called for calm among as impeachment proceedings against him and his deputy proceed.

The Rivers State House of Assembly has raised concerns about alleged efforts by unnamed individuals to use courts outside the Port Harcourt Judicial Division to interfere with its ongoing impeachment proceedings against the governor and deputy governor.

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) at the Federal High Court in Abuja.

The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) are expected to sign a revised agreement on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.

The Federal Government says the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway will be tolled immediately after its planned inauguration in April 2026.

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commended the 81 Division of the Nigerian Army for what he described as its unwavering commitment to maintaining peace, safety and the protection of lives and property across Lagos State.

The Nigerian Air Force said it has destroyed a major insurgent base in the Timbuktu Triangle, dealing what it described as a significant blow to terrorist groups operating in the area.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the Super Eagles following their 2-0 victory over Algeria in the quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations.

The Lagos State government has ordered an investigation into an alleged case of medical negligence following the death of Nkanu, the son of acclaimed Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, at a private hospital in Lagos.

Euracare Multispecialist Hospital on Sunday expressed sympathy to author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her family after the death of one of her twin sons and pushed back against what it called inaccurate reports about the child’s care.

The Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology, Aliero, on Saturday conferred an honorary doctorate on Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, the university and the governor’s office said.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria beat the Fennec Foxes of Algeria 2-0 in the AFCON 2025 quarterfinal on Saturday to reach the semi-finals, earning revenge for a defeat seven years ago.

Celebrated Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has accused a Lagos hospital of medical negligence leading to the death of her 21-month-old son.

The Lagos State Government has announced major traffic diversions across key parts of the metropolis on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, to accommodate the “Eko 170” cycling race.

The Lagos State Parks and Gardens Agency (LASPARK) has announced the temporary closure of public recreational parks under its management for routine maintenance and facility upgrades.

U.S. President Donald Trump hosted a high-stakes summit at the White House on Friday, pitching Venezuela’s vast oil reserves to the heads of America's largest petroleum companies.

The Bailiwick of Jersey, a British Crown Dependency, has finalized an agreement to repatriate more than $9.5 million (£7 million) in recovered corruption proceeds to the Federal Government of Nigeria.

The semi-final picture of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations began to take shape on Friday night as the tournament's two biggest favorites, hosts Morocco and defending champions Senegal, booked their places in the last four after navigating a pair of nerve-shredding encounters.

Iran’s Supreme Leader has issued a warning to the President of the United States, drawing parallels with historical rulers who lost power due to arrogance.

The National Industrial Court in Abuja has restrained the National Association of Resident Doctors from embarking on any form of industrial action starting January 12, 2026.

A multiple vehicle accident involving a truck and two cars has caused major traffic congestion along the Berger inward Secretariat corridor in Lagos.

The Federal Government has unveiled a reusable textbook policy aimed at cutting the cost of education, improving learning outcomes and promoting sustainability through durable learning materials.

The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC has begun a two day induction and strategic retreat for its newly appointed leadership as part of early preparations for the 2027 general elections.

Doctors in Edo State have suspended medical services across the state following the abduction of two of their colleagues.

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Manchester City have officially completed the signing of Ghana international Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth in a deal valued at £64 million.

Turkish Airlines (THY) has officially suspended all scheduled flights to the Iranian capital, Tehran, on Friday, January 9, 2026.

Former Labour Party vice-presidential nominee Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed has denied reports that he has formally declared his intention to run for Nigeria’s presidency in 2027.

United States President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning that the U.S. military could conduct additional strikes in Nigeria if the targeted killing of Christians in the country continues.

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has officially placed domestic airline operators on notice, warning that persistent flight delays and cancellations will soon attract tougher penalties and broader regulatory consequences.

Waves of massive anti-government protests have swept through Tehran and several other major Iranian cities.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have officially landed in Marrakesh ahead of their high-stakes Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 quarter-final clash against Algeria.

U.S President Donald Trump, has confirmed that embattled music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs personally reached out to him seeking a presidential pardon, but the request has been firmly rejected.

In a move to protect telecommunications consumers, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have announced a new regulatory framework aimed at guaranteeing instant refunds for failed airtime and data purchases.

The recent US action to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has reignited intense discussion on legality and international politics.

The Omi Eko Project has appointed Dr. Segun Alabi as its new Head of Communications and Media to help tell the story of Lagos State’s massive new water transport plan.

The National Youth Service Corps has warned universities and other corps-producing institutions that it will punish any school found to be uploading unqualified graduates for national service.

The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has officially expanded its global glossary by adding 22 popular words and phrases from Nigeria and West Africa.

The Lagos State Commissioner for Education, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, has sent a strong warning to school owners and parents to prioritise the safety of students as schools across the state resume for the second term on Monday.

World-renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and her husband, Dr. Ivara Esege, are mourning the death of one of their twin sons, Nkanu Nnamdi.

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has met with senior United States government officials and Bell Textron to fast-track the delivery of 12 AH-1Z attack helicopters for the Nigerian Air Force (NAF).

President Donald Trump has formally initiated the withdrawal of the United States from 66 major international organizations, marking a historic shift in U.S. foreign policy.

The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Chike Amaewhule, on Thursday formally commenced impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu.

The Zamfara State government has accused the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, of using federal security institutions to harass and intimidate opposition figures in the state.

Indigenes of Daki biyu community in the Abuja Municipal Area Council on Wednesday threatened to disrupt the road construction passing through their community if the FCT Administration fails to relocate them to the sites approved for them by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal said Wednesday that his administration’s “rescue mission” is on track after inspecting several state projects in Shinkafi Local Government Area.