Kogi PDP Seeks Deadline Extension on LG Elections The Kogi State PDP has asked the State Independent Electoral Commission (KOSIEC) to extend the local government election deadlines. Party Chairman Muhammed Gambo explained that recent leadership litigations prevented the party from meeting original dates. Gambo argued that since internal disputes are now resolved, […]
Abia Employs 649 Health Workers The Abia State Government has hired 649 new health professionals, including nurses and a neurosurgeon, to bolster the state’s medical workforce. This recruitment drive aims to eliminate long-standing manpower shortages and ensure that residents can access specialized care within their own communities. To combat the “japa” […]
Emir Fixes Tuesday for Late Chief Iman of Ilorin’s Rights of Passage The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has scheduled the funeral prayer for the late Chief Imam, Shaykh Muhammad Bashir Imam Solih, for Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The ceremony will be held at the Emir’s Palace Square at 10:00 am. This […]
Transformer Fault Throws Ibadan into Darkness The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has announced a major power outage in Ibadan caused by a technical fault on a primary transformer. This disruption, reported on January 19, 2026, has left several residential and business districts in total darkness. The outage has deactivated numerous distribution […]
Destiny Boy’s Mother Reveals Son Battled Long Mysterious Illness Saida, the mother of the late Afrobeat singer, Destiny Boy, has debunked rumors that her son died from rituals. In a viral video, she revealed that the artist had actually been battling a long-term, mysterious illness characterized by severe seizures. She emphasized that […]
Death Toll in Mozambique, South Africa Floods Rises Severe flooding in Mozambique and South Africa has claimed over 150 lives. Mozambique has recorded more than 110 deaths since October, while South Africa’s death toll has reached 37, primarily impacting the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces. Thousands have been displaced as rising rivers […]
Malami’s Fears Come Upon Him as DSS Rearrests Former AGF in Kuje Prison after Bail The Department of State Services (DSS) has reportedly rearrested the former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), at the Kuje Correctional Centre. The incident occurred on Monday, January 19, 2026, moments after the former […]
EX-OPEC President, Alison Madueke in UK court for Corruption Trial Former Nigeria Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke appeared in a London court Monday to face six bribery charges. Serving from 2010 to 2015, the 65-year-old is accused of corruption during her tenure under the Goodluck Jonathan administration. This trial marks a significant […]
Military Detains 3 Alleged ISWAP Recruiters in Banki Personnel from Operation Hadin Kai have taken three individuals into custody in Banki, Borno State, on suspicion of acting as recruitment operatives for the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). Insiders informed Zagazola Makama that the arrests took place on January 17, triggered by a […]
FG Unveils Free Technical Education Drive The Federal Government has launched a free technical education initiative aimed at providing young Nigerians with industry-relevant skills. This program, led by the Ministry of Education, seeks to eliminate financial barriers to vocational training. By empowering the youth, the government aims to bridge the national skills […]
