Category: News
US Delivers Critical Military Supplies to Nigeria to Boost Counter-Terrorism Efforts
Abuja, January 13, 2026 The United States Africa Command (USAFRICOM) says U.S. forces have delivered critical military supplies to Nigeria in support of ongoing counter-terrorism operations across affected regions of the country. In a post shared on Tuesday via its official X handle, @USAfricaCommand, the command confirmed that the delivery took place in Abuja. The…
Nigeria, United Arab Emirates Sign Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to Boost Bilateral Trade
Abu Dhabi, UAE — January 13, 2026 In a landmark step toward deepening economic cooperation, Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have formally signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), aimed at significantly expanding bilateral trade, investment flows, and market access between Africa’s largest economy and one of the Middle East’s key commercial hubs….
JOIN APC TO SUSTAIN THE ONGOING SOCIO- ECONOMIC, INFRASTRUCTURAL, AND INDUSTRIAL TRANSFORMATION STATE AND IJEBULAND
As the All Progressives Congress (APC) nationwide electronic registration and revalidation exercise commenced today, Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in Ogun State, Hon. Otunba OlaDapo Okubadejo called for strong grassroots mobilisation. The exercise runs throughout January 2026. The residents across Ogun State and Ijebuland, mostly Ijebu-Ode LGA and her surrounding communities, should visit their respective APC…
Sanwo-Olu Mourns Late Oba Akran, Describes His Death as Significant Loss to Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria – January 13, 2026 Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the revered Oba of Badagry and Paramount Ruler of Badagry Kingdom, Oba Babatunde Akran, the Wheno Aholu Menu-Toyi I, describing his death as a significant loss to Badagry, Lagos State, and the nation at large. Oba…
Industrial Court Orders Reinstatement of Enugu Hospital MD
Abuja, January 13, 2026 The National Industrial Court of Nigeria, Abuja Division, has ordered the reinstatement of Professor Monday Igwe as the Medical Director of the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Enugu, declaring the termination of his appointment unlawful, null and void.Justice Emmanuel Subilim gave the order while delivering judgment in a suit instituted by Professor Monday…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has opened an official investigation into alleged misconduct arising from two high-profile quarter-final matches at the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, involving Cameroon vs. Morocco and Algeria vs. Nigeria.
Cairo, Egypt – January 12, 2026 In a statement released on Monday, CAF confirmed that it is in possession of official match reports as well as video footage suggesting possible misconduct by certain players and officials during the encounters. The governing body said the alleged incidents occurred during the quarter-final stage of the tournament and…
SUPER EAGLES INTENSIFY PREPARATION FOR SEMI-FINAL CLASH AGAINST HOST, MOROCCO AS AFCON ENTERS CRUCIAL STAGE
Rabat, Morocco | January 13, 2026 Nigeria’s Super Eagles have stepped up preparations ahead of a mouth-watering semi-final showdown against tournament hosts, Morocco, as the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) reaches its defining moments.The highly anticipated encounter is scheduled for Wednesday, with both football giants eyeing a place in the final of Africa’s premier…
FG Begins Recruitment Process of National Health Fellows
Lafia, Nasarawa State – January 13, 2026 The Federal Government has commenced the recruitment process for National Health Fellows as part of efforts to mobilise and equip young medical professionals to drive a new generation of leadership within Nigeria’s health sector. The presidential initiative targets the recruitment of thirteen young professionals from across the thirteen…
Gunmen have again attacked a commercial bus operated by Benue Links, the Benue State Government–owned transport company, leaving three passengers with gunshot injuries
Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria • 10 January 2026 in an ambush that has reignited fears over road travel safety in the state.The incident occurred at about 7:00 pm on Saturday, 10 January 2026, along the Burnt Bricks area on the Gboko–Otukpo route in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State. According to company officials, the bus…
FRSC Confirms Fatal Crash That Killed 12 at Gada Biyu Along Yangoji–Abuja Corridor
Gada Biyu, Federal Capital Territory Sunday, 11 January 2026 The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed a fatal multiple-vehicle road traffic crash that claimed twelve lives at about 11:45 a.m. on Sunday, 11 January 2026, at Gada Biyu, along the Yangoji–Abuja (YGJ–ABJ) corridor.In a statement signed by the Corps Public Education Officer, Mr. Segun…