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Abductors of Kwara monarch and son demand N450m ransom
Kidnappers who recently abducted the Oniwo of Aafin, Oba Simeon Olaonipekun, his son, and several other residents of Ifelodun Local Government Area have issued a staggering ransom demand totaling N450 million for their safe return. The violent incident began on the night of December 31, 2025, when approximately eight armed gunmen stormed the royal palace in the Aafin community. During the chaotic invasion, the attackers fired shots sporadically to force their way into the building, leaving the local community in a state of shock as they overwhelmed the palace security. The brutality of the assault was marked by the injury…
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Nigeria-based Venezuela Solidarity Group Condemns US Military Strikes, Demands Whereabouts Of President Maduro
A primary concern raised by the VSCN is the current uncertainty regarding the safety and whereabouts of President Nicolás Maduro following the reported strikes. The coalition dismissed claims that the military intervention was intended to promote democracy or safeguard human rights, asserting instead that the true motives are rooted in strategic economic interests, specifically Venezuela’s vast oil reserves. They maintain that the strikes are a punitive measure against a population that refuses to submit to foreign dictates, rather than a humanitarian effort to stabilize the region. Drawing on historical context, the campaign pointed to past U.S. interventions in Iraq, Libya,…
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Rosenior emerges top candidate to succeed Maresca at Chelsea
In a dramatic start to 2026, Liam Rosenior has emerged as the frontrunner to replace Enzo Maresca as Chelsea head coach following the Italian’s sudden departure on New Year’s Day. Maresca’s exit, confirmed by the club on Thursday, came after a rapid deterioration in his relationship with senior officials, reportedly exacerbated by his links to the Manchester City job and disagreements over the club’s restrictive medical and oversight protocols. Rosenior, the 41-year-old current manager of Strasbourg, is highly regarded by Chelsea’s ownership group, BlueCo, which also owns the French club. His success in Ligue 1 and his seamless integration into…
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“Dog Barks Only When It Doesn’t Understand” — Fubara Dismisses Wike’s “Sounds of War” During New Year Banquet
In a resolute address to close the year, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara urged his supporters to remain unperturbed by the ongoing political friction with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Speaking at a New Year banquet held at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Thursday, January 1, 2026, Fubara characterized the verbal attacks from his opponents as “the barking of dogs who lack understanding.” The Governor utilized a literary metaphor, which he attributed to Julius Caesar, to dismiss the intimidation tactics of the opposing camp. He suggested that their aggressive rhetoric stems from a failure…
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I will deliver Abia to APC in 2027– Orji Uzor Kalu
In a significant political declaration to begin the new year, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has vowed to lead a major offensive to bring Abia State under the control of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027. Speaking on Friday, January 2, 2026, during his annual visit to the Ebonyi State APC Chairman, Stanley Okoro-Emegha, in Ekoli, Edda Local Government Area, the former governor signaled an end to the political truce currently existing between his camp and the incumbent administration. Kalu, who currently represents Abia North in the Senate, emphasized that his primary objective for the next election cycle is to…
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Nnamdi Kanu, Simon Ekpa’s imprisonment improved South East, Nigeria’s security — Army
In a comprehensive year-end security briefing on Friday, January 2, 2026, the Nigerian military announced a significant de-escalation of violence in the South-East. Major General Michael Onoja, the Director of Defence Media Operations, attributed the improved security conditions to a combination of intensified kinetic operations and the decisive removal of key separatist leaders from the operational field. According to General Onoja, the jailing of Simon Ekpa who was sentenced to six years in prison by a Finnish court in September 2025 and the life imprisonment sentence handed to Mazi Nnamdi Kanu in Abuja in November 2025, have fundamentally disrupted the…
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Troops eliminate suicide bombers, foil attack in Borno
In a major security breakthrough during the first week of 2026, troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai have successfully prevented what could have been a devastating suicide mission in Borno State. The operation, which resulted in the neutralisation of three terrorist bombers, was confirmed in a statement by Lt. Col. Uba Sani, the Media Information Officer for the Joint Task Force (North East). Acting on covert intelligence and supported by local volunteer forces, the troops intercepted the bombers before they could reach their civilian targets. During the high-stakes encounter, security forces recovered suicide vests and various improvised…
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JUST IN: Court to rule on Malami, wife, son’s bail Jan 7
In a significant legal development on Friday, January 2, 2026, the Federal High Court in Abuja set a date to decide whether the former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, along with his wife and son, will be granted bail. Justice Emeka Nwite scheduled the ruling for January 7, 2026, following the formal adoption of arguments by both the defense and prosecution teams. The former minister, his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami, and his wife, Bashir Asabe, are facing a 16-count money laundering charge brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The anti-graft agency alleges that the trio…
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“Nigeria Is Not Broken, It’s Betrayed” — Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s “Forged” Laws During ADC Defection
In a scathing farewell to the year, Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, officially defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Delivering a powerful address in Enugu titled “It Is Now Time for National Unity and Prosperity,” Obi accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of leading Nigeria into institutional decay and a state of “failing and disgraced nationhood.” Obi described the current state of the country as a “persistent agony,” citing the collapse of public trust and the rise of multidimensional poverty, which now affects over 130 million citizens. He argued that…
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I gave him my blessings. However, I will not defect with him — Gov Alex Otti speaks on Peter Obi’s defection to ADC
In a significant move following the defection of his close political ally, Peter Obi, to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Abia State Governor Alex Otti has clarified that he will remain in the Labour Party (LP). During a press interaction on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, Otti dismissed rumors of his departure, stating that his commitment to the party that brought him to power remains firm for the time being. Governor Otti noted that his membership in the Labour Party predates that of the former presidential candidate, emphasizing that he did not join the party as a tag-along to Obi’s 2022…
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Anthony Joshua’s driver discharged from hospital, faces prosecution for reckless driving
In a significant update to the tragic road accident involving British-Nigerian heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, the driver of the vehicle has been discharged from the hospital and is currently facing a police investigation. The incident, which occurred on Monday, December 29, 2025, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, claimed the lives of two of Joshua’s closest associates. The driver was treated at Duchess International Hospital in Lagos—the same facility where Joshua is currently recuperating—and was released into police custody on Wednesday to provide an official statement. CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson for the Lagos State Police Command, confirmed the development, noting that…
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Peter Obi officially defects to ADC
In a major political realignment to close the year, Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has officially defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The move was formalized on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at the Nike Lake Hotel in Enugu—a city chosen for its historical significance as the capital of the former Eastern Region. Addressing a gathering of supporters and members of the Obidient Movement, the former governor of Anambra State explained that his decision was driven by a need to unify the opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections. He described the transition as…
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