An abducted medical doctor in Auchi, Edo State, Dr. Ibrahim Tahir, has regained his freedom after his family reportedly paid a ₦50 million ransom, even as tragedy struck with the killing of his younger brother, who was kidnapped alongside him. Dr. Tahir and his brother, Abu Tahir, a newly qualified medical doctor, were abducted on

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Renowned Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1) has petitioned the Ogun State Government over what he described as his unlawful exclusion from the nomination process to fill the vacant stool of the Awujale of Ijebuland. Wasiu Ayinde, whose real name is Wasiu Adewale Olasunkanmi Adesanya, submitted the petition dated January 14, 2026, to

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When Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah promised shortly after his 2023 inauguration that every household in Enugu metropolis would have water within 180 days, residents applauded. For a city long plagued by water scarcity, the declaration felt like a long-awaited turning point. Nearly two and a half years later, taps across the state capital remain

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The Ajegunle Peoples Movement (APM) has strongly condemned the Lagos State Government under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu over what it described as persistent anti-people and anti–working-class policies, following fresh demolitions in the Makoko waterfront community. In a statement signed by its Secretary, Comrade Babatunde Yusuf, the group denounced the latest demolitions, noting that similar actions have

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Founder of the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD), Pastor Jerry Eze, has announced a major empowerment initiative through the Jerry Eze Foundation, revealing plans to disburse $300,000 in grants to 100 beneficiaries in 2026. The popular preacher made the announcement in a video message shared with his followers, describing the programme as a

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Anu Adeleke, the young girl whose mother has long claimed that Afrobeats star Davido is her biological father, has shared what she described as private chats between herself and the singer following her public request for a DNA test. The development comes days after Anu took to social media to seek clarity about her identity,

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The Nigerian Energy Commission has earmarked N119 million in its 2026 budget for the purchase of a brand-new Toyota Land Cruiser Jeep for its Director-General/CEO. The allocation was listed under the budget line: “Procurement of brand new Toyota Land Cruiser Jeep for the Director General/CEO of the Commission.” This expenditure forms part of a broader

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At least seven residents were killed following a brutal terrorist attack on Ƙyara town in the Birnin Gobir Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The assault, which occurred on Wednesday night, involved over 100 attackers who stormed the town in a coordinated operation. Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants surrounded the town, blocking major entry and

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Amid ongoing electricity supply challenges, 20 federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) have allocated a total of N6.626 billion for generator fuel in the 2026 fiscal year, according to budget data analysis. Key Highlights: The reliance on diesel and petrol-powered generators highlights persistent power supply challenges across government institutions, despite ongoing investments in alternative energy.

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Controversial Nigerian personality Bobrisky, also known as Idris Okuneye, sparked online reactions after revealing her disinterest in football. The post followed Nigeria’s Super Eagles’ loss to Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025). Unlike many fans expressing disappointment over the national team’s defeat, Bobrisky took a different angle by mocking the sport itself.

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