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The Jigawa State National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) announced that it seized 1,944,389 kilograms of illegal drugs worth approximately 2.8 billion naira in 2025 and convicted 136 drug traffickers statewide. On Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The agency's head in Jigawa, Hassan Kabaju, the State Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Jigawa, announced major breakthroughs in the fight against drug abuse during a press conference at the command's headquarters […]

The Joint Health Sector Unions and Assembly of Health Care Professionals (JOHESU) has reaffirmed its decision to continue the indefinite national strike despite the "no work, no pay" policy imposed by the federal government. The union's position was communicated in a letter signed by national secretary Martin Egbanubi and distributed to the presidents, general secretaries, and regional presidents of affiliated unions. According to the letter, this decision follows resolutions passed […]

A devastating fire destroyed the RSK Adebowale gas station in the Ofiki district of Saki, Oyo state, on Tuesday evening. A tanker truck, a motorcycle, and other valuables were completely consumed by the flames. The incident occurred late Tuesday evening as a DAF tanker truck was unloading approximately 50,000 liters of gasoline at the station. According to witnesses, the fire broke out suddenly, causing panic among residents and motorists in […]

Controversial singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, was on Monday arraigned before the Federal High Court in Ota, Ogun State, over a nine-count criminal charge bordering on assault, theft, causing bodily harm, and resisting arrest. The charges were confirmed by the Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi. Portable’s arraignment followed a viral video that surfaced on Sunday showing the singer in police custody. The incident is reportedly […]

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed a total of ₦161.9 billion to 864,798 students across the country since the launch of its student loan portal, as part of efforts to expand access to tertiary education. The Managing Director of NELFUND, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja during a news conference where he briefed journalists on the progress, impact, and challenges of the student loan scheme. […]

Manchester United have appointed former midfielder Michael Carrick as their new caretaker manager until the end of the season. Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the development, stating that the agreement had been in place since the previous day and has now been fully concluded, including arrangements for Carrick’s backroom staff. An official announcement from the club is expected shortly. “Michael Carrick signs in as new Manchester United caretaker manager […]

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) is demanding the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students from Ambrose Alli University (AAU) in Ekpoma, Edo State, who were remanded in custody by a court on Monday. The students were detained during a protest against the increase in kidnappings and the insecurity in and around Ekpoma. In a statement signed by its national spokesperson, Adeyemi Ajasa, the NANS condemned the detention, […]

The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday rejected claims that President Bola Tinubu was absent or unable to perform his duties, emphasizing that he remains fully engaged in governing. This response from the party followed comments by Peter Obi, the Labour Party candidate for the 2023 presidential election, who questioned the president's presence in light of Nigeria's economic and security challenges. In a statement signed by its spokesperson for Lagos […]

US President Donald Trump announced the imposition of 25 percent tariffs on goods from all countries that trade with Iran. This increases pressure on Tehran as a human rights organization reported that at least 648 people were killed in the crackdown on protests across the country. Trump made the announcement on social media on Monday, specifying that the new tariffs would take effect immediately and apply to Iran's trading partners, […]