News Express Publisher, Mr. Isaac Umunna, has written to the Founder of Haleems Integrated Services Limited, Dr. Halimat Adenike Tejuosho, demanding a written apology and a billion Naira for alleged defamation and unjust disruption of business operations. In a demand letter dated 30th December, 2025, Umunna, through his lawyers, Adewale & Adewale LP, accused Dr. […]
By Taiye Agbaje Abuja, Jan. 13, 2025 One of the victims of the June 5, 2022 terror attack on St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, on Tuesday, identified two of the five defendants as those who took part in the attack. The victim and a Department of State Services (DSS)’ witness, simply tagged as […]
By Justina Auta Abuja, Jan. 13, 2026 (NAN) The Global Association of Female Attorneys (GAFA) has called on relevant authorities to arrest and prosecute those responsible for the abduction and murder of one of its pioneer members, Princess Mediatrix Nwamaka-Chigbo. Mrs. Chinelo Iriele, the association’s International President, made the call in a statement following the […]
Former Anambra State Governor, Mr. Peter Obi, has questioned the continued absence of Nigeria’s President amid what he described as a growing national emergency. In a statement shared on social media on Monday, 12 January 2026, Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), raised concerns over poverty, hunger, insecurity and unemployment in […]
By Ibukun Emiola Ibadan, Jan. 13, 2026 Pastor Enoch Adeboye says the University of Ibadan (UI) will witness a new beginning as God starts to recreate and repeat past miracles in the institution. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), stated this at a programme organised by the University of […]
The Nigerian Navy has called for increased collaboration with the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA in the area of hydrography to sustain improved safety of navigation in Nigerian waters. The Flag Officer Commanding, Western Naval Command (FOC-WNC), Rear Admiral Abdullahi Mustapha, made this call during a familiarization visit to NIMASA Headquarters, where he also […]
By Ankeli Emmanuel, Sokoto The fragile peace enjoyed lately by villagers of Sabon Birni and Isa local government areas of Sokoto East Senatorial District seems to be under severe threat as the feared bandit leader, Bello Turji has resurfaced with a threat to annihilate those that are not loyal to his authority. The threat, which […]
By Hamza Suleiman Maiduguri, Jan. 13, 2026 The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Borno has disassociated itself from the Transitional and Registration committees allegedly set up by one of its chieftains, Kashim Imam. Alhaji Umar Bolori, the ADC Chairman in the state made the position of the party known at a news conference in Maiduguri. […]
By Raji Rasak Badagry (Lagos State),Jan.12, 2026 Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Akran of Badagry, Oba Aholu Menu-Toyi Babatunde. The governor described the Oba’s passing as a painful loss to Badagry, the state and the nation at large. In a condolence message issued through […]
Rome, Jan. 12, 2026 Pope Leo XIV has on Monday received Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate María Corina Machado in the Vatican, without disclosing details of the meeting. Machado has been touring Europe. She reappeared publicly in December after spending 11 months in hiding to accept the Nobel Peace Prize in Norway. […]
By Mark Longyen Abuja, Jan. 12, 2026 The U.S. Government says it has revoked more than 100,000 visas within the past one year of President Donald Trump’s second term in office. This is contained in a statement posted by the U.S. State Department on its official X handle on Monday. It explained that the visa […]
By Cecilia Ologunagba New York, Jan. 12, 2026 UN independent investigators on Monday called for immediate release of all political prisoners in Venezuela, stating that more than 100 political prisoners had been released in the country. The independent UN human rights investigators, in a statement said, the government had announced the release of more than […]
By David Adeoye Ibadan, Jan. 12, 2026 Gov. Seyi Makinde on Monday swore in Prof. Musibau Babatunde as Secretary to the Oyo State Government, urging officials to avoid internal conflicts. Speaking at the ceremony in the Executive Chamber, Gov. Makinde said government officials must remain focused on the mandate freely given by the people. Addressing […]
As we enter the new year, we also celebrated the Solemnity of the Holy Family (first week of January). Looking around though, we are inundated by marital situations that beg for the solemnity of marriages. Marriage, in God’s design, is more than a contract; it is a covenant, a sacred bond. But, today, we are […]
By Ishaq Zaki Gusau, Jan. 12, 2026 A retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Musa Garba, has joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Zamfara. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the former AIG officially received the party’s membership card at Sabongari Ward in Gusau on Monday. NAN also reports that Garba was […]
By Aisha Cole Lagos, Jan. 12, 2026 The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says 32 ships with petroleum products, food items and other goods will arrive at Apapa, Tin-Can Island and Lekki Deep Sea Ports in Lagos. The NPA, in its “Daily Shipping Position on Monday disclosed that the vessels are expected from Jan. 12 to […]
By Naomi Sharang Abuja, Jan. 12, 2026 The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has inaugurated a high-powered Peace and Reconciliation Committee, in a move to halt the deepening political crisis in Rivers. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the committee, chaired by a former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Mr. […]
By Alex Enebeli Enugu, Jan. 12, 2026 Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has condoled with Chimamanda Adichie, over her son’s death, describing it as heartbreaking news. Ohanaeze in a condolence message issued on Monday in Enugu by the group’s National Publicity Secretary, Dr Ezechi Chukwu, said it received the news with shock. “Ohanaeze received with profound shock […]
By Grace Alegba Lagos, Jan. 12, 2026 First HoldCo Plc has announced new board appointments across its non-commercial banking subsidiaries, as part of measures to strengthen governance, deepen oversight and position the businesses for sustainable growth. The diversified financial services group said the appointments followed regulatory approvals from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and […]
By Isaiah Eka Uyo, Jan. 12, 2026 The Akwa Ibom House of Assembly has dismissed as false and misleading, a viral social media report alleging plans to pass a bill criminalising sexual relationships with married men. The rebuttal is contained in a statement issued on Monday in Uyo and signed by the Chairman, House Committee […]
Washington, Jan. 12, 2026 Amid ongoing mass protests across Iran in which hundreds of people have been killed, the country has asked the United States to open new negotiations, U.S. President Donald Trump has said. Speaking aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump told reporters the Iranian leadership had called him “to negotiate” a day […]
Xabi Alonso has left his role as Real Madrid head coach by mutual agreement, less than 24 hours after the club’s 3–2 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup. Real Madrid confirmed the decision on Monday evening, bringing an end to Alonso’s short spell at the Bernabéu just seven months after his appointment. The […]
To the north of Ibadan, on the way to Iseyin, is a village perpetually wearing mournful, forlorn looks. You must have some interest in Yoruba history to know that this community, at the height of its glory, was Ibadan’s arch-rival in might and riches. It is today called Orile Ijaiye but some 200 years ago, […]
By Victor Nwachukwu Owerri, Jan. 11, 2026 The Achi Mbieri Community in Mbaitoli LGA of Imo, has called for accountability from its leaders over the handling of the oil revenue accruable to the community. A group of concerned members of the community, under the aegis of Achi Stakeholders Forum, made the call at a news […]
By Victor Okoye Marrakech (Morocco), Jan. 11, 2026 The semi-final line-up for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025, has been confirmed after a dramatic quarter-final weekend. Egypt, Nigeria, Morocco and Senegal emerged as the last four teams following intense quarter-final matches concluded on Saturday night. Hosts Morocco will face Nigeria at the […]
