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Jan

2026

Are You Mad? I Said I Am Not Your Dad – Davido Blasts Alleged Daughter In Private DM

Are You Mad? I Said I Am Not Your Dad – Davido Blasts Alleged Daughter In Private DM Afrobeats superstar, Davido Adeleke, has berated Anu Adeleke over her consistent claims that he is her biological father. In a chat shared on her Instagram page, Anu had sent a message to Davido begging him for a DNA test. However, Davido insisted that he is not her father and warned that he would arrest her mother if they keep making allegations against him. He stated that he had already undergone five DNA tests, all of which confirmed that they are not biologically…

Jan

2026

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NELFUND To Clear N928 Million Arrears Owed To Over 11,000 Students

Education, FGN, News Flash

NELFUND To Clear N928 Million Arrears Owed To Over 11,000 Students Mustapha Iyal, the executive director of operations at the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), says all students owed arrears under the scheme will soon receive their payments. Speaking in a recent interview on Arise News, Iyal clarified that over 11,000 students are experiencing the delay, totalling about N927.98 million. He said the delay was caused by technical and operational issues, adding that plans are on for an expansion in the 2026–2027 academic session. Iyal said the backlog of applicants increased due to various issues, including the application process or…

Jan

2026

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AFCON 2025: Despite Loss To Morocco, BUA Chairman Promises To Fulfil Pledge Of $500,000 To Super Eagles

Football, News Flash, Sports

AFCON 2025: Despite Loss To Morocco, BUA Chairman Promises To Fulfill Pledge Of $500,000 To Super Eagles In a heartening display of support amid disappointment, Nigerian billionaire Abdulsamad Rabiu has announced he will honor his $500,000 pledge to the Super Eagles, despite the team’s semifinal exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) at the hands of hosts Morocco. The Super Eagles’ campaign came to a dramatic end on January 14, 2026, in Rabat, where they faced Morocco in a tense semifinal that ended 0-0 after extra time. Morocco advanced to the final with a 4-2 victory in the…

Jan

2026

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Six Worshippers Killed, Others Injured As Truck Rams Into RCCG Church In Lagos

Accident, Lagos, News Flash

Six Worshippers Killed, Others Injured As Truck Rams Into RCCG Church In Lagos Six worshippers were killed at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) branch in the Epe area of Lagos State on Monday night after a truck loaded with sharp sand rammed into the church building. The tragedy occurred around 8:30pm along Hospital Road, shortly after the church had concluded its evening service. Although many congregants had left, some worshippers were still inside the auditorium, praying and preparing to leave, when the heavy-duty vehicle veered off the road and crashed into the structure. Residents said the truck lost…

Jan

2026

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U.S Court Bars Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer From Representing Venezuela’s Deposed President

Human Rights, International, News Flash, World News

U.S. Court Bars Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer From Representing Venezuela’s Deposed President A federal judge in Manhattan has barred Bruce Fein from representing Venezuela’s deposed President Nicolás Maduro, after finding that Mr Fein was never authorised by the defendant to act on his behalf. Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein said Mr Fein lacked the right to appear for Mr Maduro because he had not been hired by the Venezuelan leader. Mr Fein, a lawyer for Nnamdi Kanu, the imprisoned Nigerian leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra. Mr Kanu was sentenced to life imprisonment for terrorism in 2025. He had been…

Jan

2026

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Family Demands Justice As Woman Dies After Hospital Abandoned Scissors In Her During Surgery

Health, Human Rights, News Flash

Family Demands Justice As Woman Dies After Hospital Abandoned Scissors In Her During Surgery A case of alleged medical negligence has thrown a family into mourning after a woman, identified as Aishatu Umar, reportedly died following months of severe pain caused by a pair of scissors allegedly left inside her body during a surgical operation at the Abubakar Imam Urology Center, Kano State. Aishatu Umar reportedly passed away on Monday at about 1am, after enduring unbearable abdominal pain for several months following a surgery carried out in September 2025. The incident was made public by a commentator, Abubakar Mohammed, who…

Jan

2026

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U.S.A Delivers ‘Critical’ Military supplies To Nigeria, Reaffirm Security Partnership

World News, International, News Flash

US Delivers ‘Critical’ Military Supplies To Nigeria, Reaffirm Security Partnership The United States forces have delivered “critical military supplies” to Nigeria, with the handover taking place in Abuja. The development was disclosed in a post shared on X by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), which said the delivery was part of ongoing cooperation between both countries. “U.S. forces delivered critical military supplies to our Nigerian partners in Abuja,” the command wrote. According to AFRICOM, the delivery “supports Nigeria’s ongoing operations and emphasizes our shared security partnership.” The post, which also tagged the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, @USinNigeria, underscores continued…

Jan

2026

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Rivers Crisis: Only Fasts, Prayers Can Save Governor Fubara- Fayose

House Of Assembly, News Flash, Politics

Rivers Crisis: Only Fasts, Prayers Can Save Gov Fubara – Fayose Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has weighed in on the crisis rocking oil-rich state, saying only fasting and prayers can save Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Fayose advised Fubara to reconcile with his estranged political godfather and predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who now serves as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. “Many prayers would be said to save Fubara. So many fasts and prayers would be the only thing that would save Fubara in this one,” Fayose said. Fubara and the Rivers State House…

Jan

2026

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Fubara’s Impeachment Process Still Ongoing, Not Suspended – Rivers Assembly

News Flash, House Of Assembly, Politics

Fubara’s Impeachment Process Still Ongoing, Not Suspended – Rivers Assembly The Rivers State House of Assembly has said that the impeachment process initiated against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, is ongoing and has not been halted, contrary to reports circulating online. The assembly stated this in a press release issued on Friday and signed by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Hon. Enemi George. The assembly said the process, which commenced on Thursday was being carried out in line with the provisions of the Constitution. “The Rivers State House of Assembly…

Jan

2026

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Senator Orji Kalu Commends Ikenna Ukwa For Energizing APC In Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency

Abia North, News Flash, Ohafia LGA, Politics

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1CjdQps5Qr/?mibextid=wwXIfr SENATOR ORJI KALU COMMENDS IKENNA UKWA FOR ENERGIZING APC IN AROCHUKWU/OHAFIA FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY The Senator Representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has eulogised the Senior Legislative Aide to the President of Nigerian Senate, Hon. Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa for strengthening and energizing the APC in Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency through relentless grassroots engagement with party stakeholders and members. During a visit to Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa's country home in Amaekpu Ohafia on January 8, 2026, the Abia former Governor commended Ukwa’s efforts, noting that the presence of the party leaders and stakeholders who welcomed him demonstrates Ikenna's…