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‘None is from Kaduna’ – Shehu Sani on list of Nigerians to be deported from US
Former Kaduna Central senator Shehu Sani has reacted to the list of Nigerians set to be deported from the United States, noting that none of the names is from Kaduna State. In a post on his verified X handle on Tuesday, Sani said he had reviewed the list of individuals tagged as “worst-of-the-worst” criminals and urged others to check if anyone from their states was affected. His comment follows an announcement by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that at least 79 convicted Nigerians would be deported as part of ongoing immigration enforcement. Reacting, the former lawmaker said, “I have…
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US to Deport 79 Nigerians on “Worst-of-the-Worst” Criminal List
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has announced plans to deport at least 79 convicted Nigerians listed among its “worst-of-the-worst” criminal offenders. Information published on the DHS website on Monday shows the individuals were convicted of serious crimes including fraud, drug trafficking, assault, manslaughter, and robbery. The arrests were carried out as part of a broader crackdown on criminal immigrants led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. According to DHS, the operation aligns with the Trump administration’s policy of prioritising the removal of convicted criminal aliens. The department said deportations would begin with offenders considered the most dangerous. The development…
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Ifunanya Nwangene: Don’t live alone by yourself – Reality TV star, Pere Egbi tells Young ladies
Former Big Brother Naija housemate Pere Egbi has said it is not advisable for young single women to live alone. He suggested that they should live with friends or family members for companionship and safety. Responding to a fan who linked his comment to the recent death of singer Ifunanya Nwangene, Pere replied, “everything,” implying broader concerns beyond the incident. He added that living alone is generally “not good,” stressing that his view applies to everyone, regardless of gender. On his X handle, he wrote, “Personal advice to young women living in Nigeria who are single, don’t live alone by…
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I was with Wike but now I have repented – Makinde
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has declared that he has withdrawn from his earlier alignment with the faction loyal to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, warning that the Peoples Democratic Party in Oyo State will not be used to advance the interests of another party. Speaking at the commissioning of the new PDP Secretariat in Ibadan, Makinde openly criticized Wike’s involvement in Oyo PDP affairs, saying the former Rivers governor lacks the moral standing to interfere. “I was aligned with them before, but now I have repented… PDP will not be held down just for another party to be in power,”…
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State Governments to share Electricity subsidy burden — FG
The Federal Government has directed state governments to begin sharing the cost of electricity subsidies with the centre, ending the practice of the Federal Government bearing the burden alone. The subsidy will now be funded through the Power Assistance Consumers Fund (PCAF), a government-backed pool designed to provide targeted support for low-income and vulnerable electricity consumers, rather than blanket subsidies. The directive was disclosed in Abuja by the Director-General of the Budget Office of the Federation, Tanimu Yakubu, during the 2026 Post-Budget Preparation workshop. He said states that benefit politically from electricity subsidies must also contribute financially. According to him,…
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Former Real Madrid striker, Karim Benzema joins Al-Hilal
Former Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has completed a surprise deadline-day free transfer from Al Ittihad to Al Hilal, sending shockwaves across the Saudi Pro League. The 38-year-old, who joined Al Ittihad in 2023 and led them to a league and cup double in 2025, was in the final six months of his contract and reportedly unhappy with renewal terms. Al Hilal confirmed he has signed a one-and-a-half-year deal. Reacting to the move, Benzema said he was proud of his time at Al Ittihad and grateful for the journey. The transfer is said to have angered Cristiano Ronaldo, who reportedly…
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DSS arraigns Malami, son over alleged terrorism financing
The Department of State Services has arraigned former Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami and his son before the Federal High Court in Abuja on allegations bordering on terrorism financing. They were brought before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik on a five-count charge and both pleaded not guilty. According to the DSS, Malami is accused of aiding terrorism financing by allegedly failing, while in office, to prosecute suspected financiers whose case files were submitted to him. The agency also alleged that Malami and his son engaged in preparatory acts linked to terrorism, including unlawful possession of prohibited firearms and ammunition without…
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Grammy or Not: Isreal DMW Declares Davido “The Best Deal” After 2026 Loss
Isreal DMW, the loyal logistics manager to Afrobeat icon Davido, has brushed off his boss’s recent loss at the 68th Grammy Awards, insisting that the singer remains the pinnacle of the music industry. Taking to Instagram on Monday morning, February 2, Isreal reassured fans that the absence of a trophy does not diminish Davido’s “G.O.A.T.” status. The reaction follows the awards ceremony held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday night, where Davido missed out on the Best African Music Performance award. The category, which featured Davido and Omah Lay’s collaboration “With You,” was won by South African…
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Grammy loss: ‘Davido being frustrated for refusing to do demonic stuff’ – Cubana Chief Priest
Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has claimed that Davido’s repeated losses at the Grammys are a deliberate attempt to frustrate the singer and pressure him into yielding to what he described as “demonic” demands by some Western music executives. Reacting on Instagram after Davido lost the Best African Music Performance award to South African star Tyla at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, Cubana Chief Priest urged the singer not to compromise his values. He encouraged Davido to remain steadfast, move past the setback, and continue making music and entertaining his fans. He wrote, “Oyibo dey do everything possible to break…
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Cristiano Ronaldo ‘goes on strike and refuses to play’ for his Saudi club
Cristiano Ronaldo has sent shockwaves through the Saudi Pro League by reportedly refusing to play for Al-Nassr in today’s clash against Al-Riyadh. The 40-year-old superstar, who earns an estimated £488,000 per day, is said to be on strike in a high-stakes protest against the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). According to reports from Portuguese outlet A Bola and transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Ronaldo’s absence is not due to injury or fitness management but is a calculated move to express his fury over the club’s recent transfer activity. The captain believes Al-Nassr is being treated unfairly by the PIF, which also…
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Sit-at-home: Our people can’t be coerced into abandoning Nnamdi Kanu — IPOB hails ‘total compliance’
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has described the widespread compliance with Monday’s sit-at-home order as proof of the South-East’s unwavering loyalty to its detained leader, Nnamdi Kanu. The group asserted that the successful shutdown across various states serves as a clear message that residents will not be coerced into abandoning their struggle for justice. The lockdown was specifically called in solidarity with traders at the Onitsha Main Market, which had been closed for a week by Governor Chukwuma Soludo. Although the state government officially reopened the market for business on Monday, February 2, reports indicate that most stalls remained…
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Wike has always stood by PDP – Factional chairman, Mohammed
Abdulrahman Mohammed, the acting National Chairman of a factional bloc within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has publicly lauded Nyesom Wike for his unwavering support of the party. Speaking at a factional Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting in Abuja on Monday, February 2, Mohammed emphasized the need to restore the party’s momentum following the holiday period. The factional leader expressed deep appreciation for the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), identifying him as a cornerstone of the group’s stability. “I want to also extend my heartfelt gratitude to our Leader, the FCT minister for standing by us at all…
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