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FG Confirms Release of Super Eagles’ AFCON Group-Stage Bonuses

The Federal Government has announced that all group-stage bonuses due to players of the Super Eagles at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations have been released and are expected to reflect in the players’ domiciliary accounts within hours. The confirmation was given by the Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, amid reports that members of the national team were considering boycotting training sessions and could refuse to travel to Marrakesh for their quarter-final match against Algeria over unpaid […]

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Police Warn of Rising Drowning Incidents in Oyo

The Oyo State Police Command has alerted residents to a recent increase in cases of drowning across the state, urging the public to exercise heightened caution around water bodies. In a statement issued on Thursday by the Command’s spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka, the police advised residents to be careful around rivers, streams, dams, swimming pools, and other water-related facilities to prevent avoidable accidents. Olayinka specifically called on church owners and religious organisations, especially those with worship centres located near rivers, streams, […]

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Rivers Assembly Begins Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara, Deputy

The Rivers State House of Assembly has commenced impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Oduh. The development followed a plenary session held on Thursday and presided over by the Speaker of the House, Martins Amaewhule. During the session, the Majority Leader, Major Jack, formally read a notice of allegations and claims of gross misconduct levelled against Governor Fubara. He disclosed that the notice was endorsed by 26 members of the Assembly. According to him, the lawmakers […]

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Adekunle Gold, Simi Welcome Twin Babies

Popular Nigerian music stars, Adekunle Kosoko, professionally known as Adekunle Gold, and his wife, singer Simi, have welcomed twins. The award-winning artiste confirmed the development on Wednesday via his Snapchat story, expressing gratitude over the expansion of their family. “Asked God for another child and He blessed me double,” he wrote. Although the couple has yet to disclose the gender of the newborns, the announcement has generated widespread excitement and congratulatory messages from fans, fellow artistes, and industry colleagues. Speculation […]

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Olubadan Intervenes in 19-Year Onido Stool Crisis, Sets Up Panel

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has intervened in the long-standing Onido stool crisis in Ido town, Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State, where three individuals are currently laying claim to the traditional throne. The monarch called on all parties involved in the dispute to maintain peace, announcing that a panel of inquiry would be inaugurated on Monday, January 12, at the Olubadan Palace, Oke Aremo, Ibadan, to investigate the matter. This was disclosed in a statement issued […]

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Renowned Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Mourns Loss of One of Her Twin Sons

Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr. Ivara Esege, are mourning the loss of their twin son, Nkanu Nnamdi, who passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, after a short illness. The 21-month-old boy fell ill shortly before his death. Details regarding the nature of his illness and the circumstances of his death have not been released. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is best known for her acclaimed works such as "Americanah," "Half of a Yellow Sun," and "Purple […]

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Fresh Tension in Rivers as Assembly Moves Against Fubara, Deputy

The political crisis in Rivers State intensified on Thursday when the legislature formally initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Oduh. During a plenary session chaired by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, Major Jack, the party's caucus leader, read a motion outlining serious allegations of misconduct against the governor. The motion, passed by 26 members of the legislature, accuses Governor Fubara of actions that allegedly violate the 1999 Constitution. Speaker Amaewhule announced that the impeachment notice would be […]

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Global Markets Slip as Investors Await Key US Jobs Data

Stock markets mostly declined on Thursday as the strong recovery from the beginning of the year lost momentum. Investors were cautious ahead of the release of key US labor market indicators. Market sentiment was also affected by geopolitical news, particularly uncertainty surrounding Venezuela and escalating tensions between China and Japan. A weak start on Wall Street, where the Dow Jones and S&P 500 fell from their record highs, led to a decline in Asian markets. Traders awaited the release of […]

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EFCC Warns of Political Smear Campaigns as 2027 Elections Approach

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has condemned coordinated smear campaigns allegedly planned by certain politically motivated individuals and interest groups, describing the actions as part of attempts to undermine its ongoing investigations into the matter. In a recent statement published in Abuja, the Commission's probation officer, Dele Oyewale, stated that certain individuals were authorized to recruit paid agents to organize sponsored media attacks aimed at discrediting the EFCC and its directors. He noted that the campaign against Commission […]

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