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‘We will Take Over Shops That Remain Closed’ – Anambra Governor Soludo Doubles Down Against Sit-at-Home Orders
Governor Chukwuma Soludo has issued a final warning to traders in Anambra State, threatening to permanently revoke shop ownership from those who continue to observe the Monday sit-at-home. Addressing the state on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, the governor accused non-compliant traders of sabotaging the state’s economy and dampening its prosperity by denying 20% of the annual workdays. “2024, 2025, we were very patient. 2022, 2023, we were busy fighting all of this. 2026, we’re turning…
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EFCC Arraigns Former Benue Electoral Chief Over Alleged N1.1 Billion Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, arraigned Dr. Tersoo Joseph Loko, the former Chairman of the Benue State Independent Electoral Commission (BSEIC), over an alleged N1.1 billion fraud. Appearing before Justice M. S. Abubakar of the Federal High Court in Makurdi, Dr. Loko was docked alongside 10 other defendants. They face a 30-count charge bordering on criminal misappropriation of public funds and money laundering. The EFCC alleges that Loko…
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Tinubu Leads Most Christian-Friendly Govt — Akpabio
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has described the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration as the most Christian-friendly government since Nigeria’s creation. Speaking in Jos while receiving Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang into the All Progressives Congress, Akpabio said President Tinubu treats Christians and Muslims equally and has shown this through actions. He assured Plateau of federal support, pledged efforts to end insecurity, and said the government would back funding to close IDP camps nationwide. Governor Mutfwang thanked…
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Nigeria Will Be Better If People Do God’s Will — Pastor Kumuyi
Founder of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Kumuyi, has said Nigeria will become a better country if people believe in God and do His will. Speaking at a press briefing in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Tuesday, Kumuyi urged Nigerians not to lose hope despite life’s challenges, assuring that God is still able to fulfil the expectations of those who wait on Him. He encouraged believers to exercise the spiritual power given through Jesus…
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I will make you a scapegoat if you block our gates – Wike warns FCTA workers
FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has warned FCTA workers against blocking office gates or refusing to resume work, saying violators will face the law. Speaking on Tuesday, Wike vowed to apply the “big stick” on workers who fail to return to duty. His warning follows a National Industrial Court order directing striking workers to suspend their action. Despite the ruling, some workers insisted they would stay at home rather than resume work.He said, “When man disobeys…
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Why Tinubu should be impeached – El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor and ADC chieftain, Nasir El-Rufai, has launched a blistering critique against President Bola Tinubu, accusing the administration of unauthorized withdrawals from the Federation Account. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time on Monday, January 26, 2026, El-Rufai alleged that the President has been deducting N100 billion monthly without legislative approval. El-Rufai claimed that these deductions have persisted for over 15 months, totaling N1.5 trillion in unappropriated funds. “Government data. I’m not quoting…
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NLC, FCTA workers storm court, demand Wike’s removal
Workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), supported by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), converged on the National Industrial Court in Abuja on Monday, January 26, 2026. The protest marks an escalation of a total and indefinite strike that has crippled public services across the nation’s capital since January 19. The industrial action, led by the Joint Union Action Congress (JUAC), follows a breakdown in negotiations over critical welfare issues. Protesters at the court…
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Nnamdi Kanu Bars Visitors from Publicizing Discussions; Denies Charging for Visits
Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has issued a strict warning to those visiting him at the Sokoto Correctional Centre, forbidding them from making public broadcasts of their private discussions. This directive was conveyed through his lawyer, Nnemeka Ejiofor, in a video update shared on Monday, January 26, 2026. Kanu, who is currently serving a life sentence following his November 2025 conviction on terrorism charges, expressed frustration over the…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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