By Muhyideen Jimoh Abuja, Jan. 17, 2026 President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles for winning the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. Tinubu described the achievement as a “bronze that feels like gold,” praising the team’s resilience and fighting spirit. “This bronze medal surely feels good like […]
By Suleiman Shehu Ibadan, Jan.17, 2026 Unknown gunmen on Saturday invaded Aqua Triton Company in Ogunmakin, near Ibadan, abducting an expatriate and killing a police officer attached to him. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, confirmed the incident in a statement made available to journalists in Ibadan. Olayinka said the police officer was […]
As a country, Nigeria shall be 66 years old come October this year. On January 15, 1966, six years after political independence, the military led by Major Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu seized power from the democratically elected government of Alhaji Tafawa Balewa. The reasons the soldiers advanced for the coup were many and varied. Among other […]
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf is currently locked in a high-stakes political standoff over his planned defection from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), Politics Digest reports. Despite weeks of back-channel negotiations, the top hierarchy of the APC at both state and national levels has refused to grant […]
In line with its commitment to environmental preservation and sustainable development, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has partnered with Greenfingers Wildlife Initiative, to plant trees at Elegushi Beach, Lekki, Lagos. The intervention was implemented as part of the bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Fidelity Helping Hands Programme (FHHP). It was funded and administered […]
…. Church leaders laud Governor’s exceptional leadership in Imo Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State on Wednesday, January 15, 2026, marked the sixth year anniversary of his administration with a Thanksgiving Service at the Government House Chapel, Owerri, remarking that the credit for his modest achievements in the period under review goes to God only. […]
The Super Eagles of Nigeria on Saturday night claimed the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Egypt 4–2 on penalties in Casablanca, Morocco. The third-place match ended goalless after 90 minutes before Nigeria prevailed in the shoot-out, the same scoreline by which they were eliminated by hosts Morocco in the […]
The Supreme Court on Friday, January 16, 2026 upheld the judgments of the Federal High Court, Kano and that of the Court of Appeal, Kaduna Division which convicted and respectively held that Aminu Sule Lamido, son of former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido should forfeit the sum of $40,000 (Forty Thousand Dollars) undeclared at the […]
By Muhyideen Jimoh Abuja, Jan. 17, 2026 President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria after participating in the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW 2026). Presidential spokesperson, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja. The president attended the summit alongside some members of his cabinet. On the sidelines of […]
By Muhyideen Jimoh/Philomina Attah Abuja, Jan. 2026 President Bola Tinubu and the Christian Association of Nigeria (NAN) have expressed deep sorrow over the death of Imam Abdullahi Abubakar, Chief Imam of Nghar village, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau, who passed away at 92. Tinubu’s condolence message is contained in a statement issued by […]
Abuja, Jan. 17, 2026 The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has expressed sadness over the tragic and senseless death of Emeka Christian, a Nigerian national in Pune, India, allegedly beaten to death by two of his brothers, Chukwudi Okafor, 31, and Samuel Eze, over a romantic dispute. A statement by the Commission said: “We extend […]
Manchester United produced a strong performance to beat Manchester City at Old Trafford, dealing a major blow to City’s Premier League title hopes. Second-half goals from Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu sealed a deserved victory for United and lifted the mood around Old Trafford after a difficult period. The stadium came alive as United took […]
Dr. Adamu Musa Aliyu, chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, has condoled with Maureen Chigbo, publisher of Realnews, and the entire Chigbo family over the death of Barrister Princess Nwamaka Mediatrix Chigbo. Nwamaka was Maureen’s elder sister. The chairman commiserated with the Chigbos in a condolence letter signed on his […]
By Precious Akutamadu Port Harcourt, Jan. 16, 2026 A High Court in Rivers has granted an interim order restraining the Chief Judge, Justice Simeon Amadi from receiving any notice to impeach Gov. Siminalayi Fubara . The court presided over by Justice F. A Fiberesima, restrained the Chief Judge from receiving, forwarding, considering or acting on […]
By Salisu Sani-Idris Abuja, Jan. 16, 2026 Vice-President Kashim Shettima has arrived Conakry, the capital of Guinea, to represent President Bola Tinubu at the inauguration of President-elect, Mamady Doumbouya. Mr. Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice-President, made this known in a statement on Friday. Nkwocha […]
Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has paid tribute to Imam Abubakar Abdullahi, the Moslem cleric who sheltered Christians during an attack by fanatics, describing the late cleric as an extraordinary example of humanity and moral courage. Obi said the Imam’s life was a powerful reminder that true leadership is […]
The Department of Building, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Niger Delta University (NDU), in Bayelsa, on Friday inducted its pioneer set into the Nigerian Institute of Building (NIOB). The ceremony, which took place in the institution, had as its theme: “Building the Future: Innovating, Integrating and Inspiring in the Construction 4. Era.” In his address, Dr […]
The cracks in the League of Nations, which was established in 1919 for the promotion of international co-operation, peace and security came rather too early. The break-up of the League resulted from her inability to settle major disputes that were addressed to her. Hence, as these disputes escalated, the very foundation of the League which […]
After more than 23 years working across international development, from fragile states to emerging economies, one lesson has remained constant: narratives shape policy far more than facts. In high level meeting rooms from New York to Geneva, I have seen how deeply entrenched perceptions about Africa are, often baked into the minds of policymakers, analysts […]
….Pronounces Olubadan rotational chairman Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Thursday inaugurated the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, thus bringing back to life the Council that had been comatose since 2011. This follows the passing of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs (Further Amendments) Bill, 2025 by the state House of […]
By Tiamiyu Prudence Arobani New York, Jan. 16, 2026 The United Nations and members of the diplomatic corps on Thursday joined Nigeria to pay tribute to fallen heroes at the Nigerian Armed Forces Remembrance Day. The UN Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, at the commemoration held at the Nigeria House in New York, commended Nigeria for […]
January 15, 2026 Introduction The declaration of Christianity as the official religion of the Roman Empire marked a pivotal moment in history, one that would have far-reaching consequences for the trajectory of Western civilization. This event, often overlooked, represents a profound appropriation of spiritual agency, where the essence of Christianity was co-opted and reshaped to […]
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Jan. 15, 2026 UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that the world is “brimming with conflict, impunity, inequality and unpredictability,” even as international cooperation weakens when it is most needed. Guterres issued the warning on Thursday in his final address to the General Assembly outlining priorities for 2026. The UN […]
By Wandoo Sombo Abuja Jan. 15, 2026 The Federal High Court on Thursday, struck out the alleged cybercrime charge against the senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Justice Mohammed Umar struck out the suit following the notice of discontinuance filed by the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), who was prosecuting the case. […]
Defending champions, Nigeria, will face Zambia again at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, following the group draw for the tournament in Morocco. The Super Falcons, who won their record 10th title last year, are in Group C alongside Zambia, Egypt and debutants Malawi. Nigeria beat Zambia 5–0 on their way to lifting the […]
