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Abuja, Nigeria – January 20, 2026 The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced plans to leverage satellite technology to expand mobile connectivity to an estimated 23.3 million Nigerians who currently remain underserved by terrestrial networks. The initiative will deploy satellite-to-phone services, also known as direct-to-device (D2D) or direct-to-cell connectivity. This technology enables standard smartphones to…

Eke Obinagu, South East — January 20, 2026 The Federal Government has officially completed the Eke Obinagu Flyover, marking a significant milestone in infrastructure development for the South East region. The project was executed under the supervision of the Minister of Works, Senator Engr. David Umahi, CON, and is set to transform transportation and commerce…

Sokoto, Nigeria – January 20, 2026 The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has officially declared Tuesday, January 20, 2026, as the first day of Sha’aban 1447AH. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Monday, January 19, 2026, by the Wazirin Sokoto…

Lokoja, Kogi State – January 20, 2026 In a bid to strengthen security and enhance intelligence operations across the state, the Kogi State Government has unveiled two high-capacity PH20 surveillance drones. Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo officially introduced the advanced security equipment on Monday at the 12 Brigade Headquarters, Chari-Maigumeri Barracks, Lokoja. The governor emphasized that…

Tidibale, Isa LGA, Sokoto State – January 20, 2026 As part of his first official engagement, the new General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division and Commander, Sector 2 Joint Task Force Northwest Operation Fansan Yamma, Major General Bemgba Paul Koughna, conducted an assessment visit to Tidibale Community in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State.During…

Chindit Cantonment, Zaria – 17 January 2026 Training institutions within Chindit Cantonment, Zaria, comprising the Depot Nigerian Army (DNA) Zaria, Nigerian Military School (NMS) and the Army School of Physical Training (ASPT), on Friday, 17 January 2026, held a joint West African Social Activities (WASA).The colourful event took place at the Regimental Sergeant Major Hama…

Abuja, January 19, 2026 The first prosecution witness, Mustapha Usman (PW1), on Monday told a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja how a former member of the House of Representatives, Aliyu Ibrahim Gebi, allegedly issued him 14 dud cheques valued at N125 million in connection with a friendly loan. Testifying before the court presided over…

January 19, 2026 ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — The African Union Commission has commended the conduct of Uganda’s recent presidential elections and congratulated President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on his re-election, describing the polls as a positive step toward strengthening democracy across the continent. In a statement released by the Chairperson of the African Union, Mahmoud Ali…

Davos, Switzerland — January 2026 Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Davos, Switzerland, to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF), marking a significant moment in the country’s global economic engagement.On arrival, the Vice President was received by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar; the Minister of Trade and…

Abuja, Monday, January 19, 2026 Activities at the Secretariats of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) and the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) were grounded following an indefinite strike embarked upon by the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC) over demands for improved working conditions.As early as Monday morning, the main gates of the FCTA and…