The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has confirmed that 32 vessels carrying petroleum products, food commodities, and other cargoes are scheduled to dock at Lagos ports between January 12 and January 30, 2026. According to the NPA’s Daily Shipping Position released on Monday, the vessels will arrive across Apapa Port, Tin-Can Island Port, and Lekki Deep

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Mrs. Nonye Soludo, wife of Anambra State Governor and founder of the Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo Initiative, has raised concerns over the increasing cases of cardiovascular-related deaths in Nigeria, urging citizens to adopt healthier lifestyles and regular medical checkups. Speaking in Awka, Mrs. Soludo noted that neglecting routine heart examinations has contributed to the

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No fewer than 52 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, have been remanded in a correctional facility following a midnight police raid on hostels across Ekpoma in Esan West Local Government Area, Edo State. The students were arrested late Saturday night after participating in a protest against rising kidnapping and insecurity in the state.

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Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has parted ways with New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) leader Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, following a fallout over the 2027 governorship election. A source revealed that the governor defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) to secure his re-election bid after clashes with Kwankwaso, who reportedly was unwilling to support Yusuf

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Former Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) presidential aspirant and Edo State governorship candidate, Patience Ndidi Ofure-Key, has raised concerns over reports that students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU) were allegedly arrested following weekend anti-kidnapping protests in Ekpoma. In a statement made available to newsmen in Benin City on Monday, January 12, Ndidi-Key described the alleged raids

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Birnin Kebbi, the capital of Kebbi State, came alive over the weekend as several support groups converged to back the presidential aspiration of Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim ahead of the 2027 general election. Operating under different platforms, the groups declared Hashim “their son” and pledged unwavering support for his ambition, urging Nigerians to embrace what they

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Hussein Ibraheem, Dubai-based media entrepreneur and Founder of ANJID LLC, has been widely commended for his sustained efforts in youth empowerment and social intervention. A statement from his media office highlighted that Ibraheem has leveraged media platforms to drive youth development, advocacy, and community engagement since 2015, providing young people with the resources, support systems,

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Interswitch, an integrated payments and digital commerce company, has reinforced its commitment to Nigeria’s startup ecosystem by sponsoring the inaugural Kano Startup Weekend 2025, themed “Igniting Innovation & Empowering Entrepreneurs,” held in Kano State. Through mentorship sessions, networking opportunities, and active participation in the startup pitch competition, Interswitch provided founders with practical insights, exposure to

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Wema Bank has unveiled an upgraded version of its flagship digital banking platform, ALAT by Wema, marking a new phase in the bank’s drive for technology-led financial services. Branded “ALAT: The Evolution,” the upgraded app is designed to deliver a smarter, faster, and more intuitive digital banking experience. The new version reinforces Wema Bank’s position

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The 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2026 delivered a night of major wins for Nigerian artistes, with Rema emerging as one of the biggest stars of the ceremony. The 24-year-old singer won three top awards—Best Male Artiste in Western Africa, Artiste of the Year, and Best African Artiste, Duo or Group

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