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‘Open Your Shops Monday To Saturday Or Leave Anambra,’ Gov Soludo Tells Traders As Crackdown On Sit-At-Home Begins
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has issued a stern warning to traders in the state, insisting that they must open their shops for business from Monday to Saturday or relocate elsewhere. The warning came on Monday, as the governor ordered the immediate closure of Onitsha Main Market for one week over traders’ continued observance of the Monday sit-at-home, despite repeated government directives abolishing the practice. Governor Soludo took the decision during an unscheduled visit to the market, where he observed that a significant number of shops remained shut in defiance of the state government’s order lifting the sit-at-home…
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APC Warns Against Speculation Over Vice President Shettima’s 2027 Ticket
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has issued a stern warning to its ministers, senior government functionaries, and party officials to stop fueling rumors regarding the replacement of Vice President Kashim Shettima. The party addressed the growing “political chatter” suggesting that President Bola Tinubu might seek a different running mate for the 2027 general elections. In a statement released on Monday, January 26, 2026, APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka dismissed these reports as “purely speculative, untrue and utterly baseless.” The ruling party expressed concern that such narratives are designed to sow discord and create unnecessary tension within the administration. “Our…
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“I’m Ten Times Bigger Now” — Umahi Speaks on Rising Political Influence
Minister of Works, David Umahi, has claimed that his political influence has grown significantly since leaving office as governor of Ebonyi State. Umahi made the remark at a political gathering, in a video currently circulating on X, where he stated that he is now “ten times bigger” than he was during his time as governor “Come together. Tell your sons and daughters to come together. Let them approach me and state their needs, and they will be attended to. “I am ten times bigger than when I was governor. I am very dangerous now. God has blessed the Umahi family…
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Terrorists, their sympathisers will not be happy with Nigeria, US partnership – Shehu Sani
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has praised the counter-terrorism partnership between Nigeria and the United States, expressing hope that it will produce real results in tackling insecurity. In a post shared on his verified X handle on Saturday, Sani said Nigerians are eager to see positive outcomes from the collaboration. His comments follow recent remarks by the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, who disclosed that Nigeria is actively working with the US to curb the growing wave of insecurity across the country “The partnership should strategically and mercilessly locate, combat and eradicate terrorists wherever they are in all parts…
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Nigeria’s National Grid Collapses first time in 2026
Nigeria’s national electricity grid has collapsed for the first time in 2026, plunging power supply across the country. Data from the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) showed that electricity generation dropped to zero megawatts (0MW) on Friday, January 23, while load allocation to the country’s 11 distribution companies also fell to zero as of 1:00pm. DisCos affected include Benin, Eko, Enugu, Ikeja, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Abuja and Yola, all recording zero power allocation at the time of the collapse. Nigeria’s grid experienced multiple collapses in 2025, with the last recorded incident happening on December 29.
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Ogun Set to Become Oil-Producing State as Tinubu Approves Drilling, Revives Olokola Seaport
Ogun State is set to finally attain oil-producing status following President Bola Tinubu’s approval for the start of commercial oil drilling at Tongeji Island (Eba), in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area. Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this while receiving the Flag Officer Commanding, Western Naval Command, Rear Admiral Abubakar Abdullahi Mustapha, and other senior naval officers during a courtesy visit in Abeokuta. Abiodun also announced that Tinubu has approved the immediate take-off of the long-delayed Olokola Deep Seaport project, describing it as a major breakthrough after years of delays. According to the governor, the seaport will help decongest Lagos ports, while…
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Tinubu will not win if the election is free and fair – Buba Galadima
Buba Galadima, a former ally of late President Muhammadu Buhari, has claimed that President Bola Tinubu will not win re-election in 2027 if the polls are conducted freely and fairly. Galadima also said the All Progressives Congress (APC) would lose the 2027 general elections under a truly credible process, insisting that no APC candidate would emerge victorious in a fair contest. Speaking in an interview on Trust TV, he said: “There is no APC presidential candidate in 2027 that can get the mandate of the people if there is a free and fair election. Tinubu will not win if the…
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‘Only few Nigerian artists are not cultists’ – Naira Marley claims
Singer and rapper Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, has voiced concern about the growing influence of cultism within Nigeria’s music industry. Reacting to the trend, Marley claimed that only a few artistes, including himself, have not joined a cult. He also mocked those who join cult groups for power or protection, noting that even the people who pressured them into it still rely on police escorts for security. Naira Marley has previously denied being a cultist, stating that he was once threatened by cult members for refusing to join. “We no reach 5 weh never join cult for…
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”Wizkid is my Padi, lets mend fences” – Yeni Kuti Reacts to Wizkid, Seun Kuti Drama
Yeni Kuti, first daughter of late Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti, has reacted to the online clash between Wizkid and her brother, Seun Kuti. The feud began after Seun repeatedly called out Wizkid’s fanbase for comparing the singer’s legacy to Fela’s. It later escalated when Wizkid fired back, telling Seun: “I’m bigger than your father,” a comment that triggered widespread backlash online. Speaking on TVC’s Your View on Thursday, Yeni said she refused to join the fight because Wizkid is her close friend. “I love Wizkid a lot… Wizkid is my padi,” she said, adding, “When two giants fight, it’s…
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Abba Yusuf Quits NNPP Over Crisis, Says Decision Is “In the Best Interest of Kano”
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has resigned from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), blaming prolonged internal disputes and court battles that he said have weakened the party nationwide. In a resignation letter dated January 25, 2026, Yusuf wrote: “I write with a deep sense of gratitude… to resign my membership of the party.” He thanked the NNPP for giving him a platform since 2022 but said the party is now trapped in leadership crises and legal conflicts. “The growing disenfranchisement among party members has created deep divisions… increasingly irreconcilable,” he added, stressing that his decision was “in the…
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Davido thanks father for publicly defending him amid paternity drama
Afrobeats superstar Davido has publicly expressed his gratitude to his father, billionaire businessman Adedeji Adeleke, after the latter addressed the ongoing paternity dispute involving an Ibadan-based lady, Ayo Labinjoh. The controversy was reignited last week when 12-year-old Aanuoluwapo Adeleke posted an open letter on Instagram, appealing for a fresh DNA test to establish her identity after years of schoolyard bullying. Davido responded on X, formerly Twitter, insisting that five previous tests at various hospitals had already returned negative results. On Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Dr. Adedeji Adeleke held a rare press conference at his Lagos residence to set the record…
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Rivers Chief Judge Halts Fubara Impeachment Citing Legal Inability
The Chief Judge of Rivers State, Justice Simeon Amadi, has officially declined the Rivers State House of Assembly’s request to constitute a seven-member panel to investigate Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu. In a formal response to Speaker Martin Amaewhule, the Chief Judge clarified that his hands are “legally fettered” by subsisting court orders. The decision follows an intense legislative push to oust the governor over allegations of gross misconduct. On January 16, 2026, the Assembly forwarded a resolution to the Chief Judge, accompanied by extensive documentation, demanding the immediate activation of Section 188(5) of the Constitution…
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