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“Resign If You Can’t Behave” — APC Secretary Blasts Wike Over Party Crisis
The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ajibola Basiru, has issued a strong warning to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, accusing him of trying to destabilise the ruling party. In a statement released in Abuja, Basiru said Wike should resign from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet if he cannot stop interfering in APC internal matters. He stressed that it is inappropriate for a minister serving under an APC-led government…
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President Trump warns Colombia could be the next country to face a military operation
In a significant escalation of regional tensions, US President Donald Trump has suggested that Colombia could be the next target for a military operation. Speaking on Sunday aboard Air Force One, the President took a aggressive stance toward Colombian President Gustavo Petro, describing him as a “sick man” who “likes making cocaine.” Trump’s sharp rhetoric included a blunt warning for Petro to “watch his a**,” following the Colombian leader’s condemnation of recent US military actions…
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Rivers deputy gov dumps PDP for APC
Rivers State Deputy Governor, Professor Ngozi Odu, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), completing her e-registration at Akabuka, Ward 8, in her home local government of Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni (ONELGA). Following her registration on Sunday, she embarked on an extensive tour across the six zones of the area to sensitize residents and encourage them to join the party. During the mobilization drive, she urged the people to show their loyalty to the current administration, stating,…
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Manchester United sack head coach Ruben Amorim
In a stunning turn of events, Manchester United officially confirmed the sacking of head coach Ruben Amorim on Monday, 5 January 2026. The Portuguese tactician, who arrived at Old Trafford in November 2024 with high expectations, was relieved of his duties following a period of mounting dissatisfaction regarding the team’s on-field performances. The decision marks a dramatic end to a tenure that lasted just over a year, as the club hierarchy decided to act decisively…
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I’ll select candidate who’ll protect my interests, not betray me – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has officially indicated a permanent political rift with Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, signaling a major shift ahead of the 2027 elections. Addressing a crowd of supporters over the weekend in Ahoada Local Government Area, Wike declared that he would personally seek out and support a candidate he can fully trust to succeed the current governor. He emphasized a desire to move in a different direction, stressing…
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Sheikh Gumi Refutes Viral Video Alleging He Was Targeted By US Airstrikes
Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, a prominent Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, has officially dismissed viral claims suggesting he was targeted for elimination during recent United States airstrikes against terrorists in Sokoto State. Clarifying the situation through a telephone interview with Leadership on Sunday night, Gumi explained that the video currently circulating across social media platforms is an old clip being deliberately taken out of context. He emphasized that the footage has absolutely no connection to any recent U.S.…
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Anthony Joshua Driver Charged Over Fatal Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Crash
In a significant legal development, the Ogun State Police Command has formally arraigned 46-year-old Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode following a tragic road accident involving boxing star Anthony Joshua. The driver appeared before the Sagamu Magistrate Court on January 2, 2026, facing a four-count charge related to the fatal crash. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi, the charges include dangerous driving causing death, reckless and negligent driving, causing bodily harm and property damage, and…
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No country on earth can do this – Trump boasts after military action in Venezuela
President Donald Trump has lauded the United States military for what he described as a “great job” in the successful capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. In an announcement made on Saturday morning, Trump confirmed that Maduro and his wife were apprehended and flown out of the country following a series of coordinated military actions. The operation was characterized by the President as a “large-scale strike,” which coincided with reports of significant explosions echoing across…
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BREAKING: Bandits Kill Kachia Resident, Wife, Son, Other Relative In Fresh Southern Kaduna Attack
Tragedy has struck Kachia town in Southern Kaduna, where bandits launched a deadly overnight assault that claimed the lives of four members of a single family. The attack occurred late Friday night in the headquarters of the Kachia Local Government Area, a location notably close to the newly established Federal University of Applied Science. Family members have since identified the deceased as Mr. Bitrus Bahago, his wife, Justina, their son, Ibrahim, and a relative named…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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