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Supreme Court ends Kudirat Abiola murder case against Al Mustapha

The Supreme Court has dismissed the case seeking to revive the murder trial of Major Hamza Al Mustapha over the killing of Kudirat Abiola, wife of the acclaimed winner of the 1993 presidential election. The apex court held that Lagos State had abandoned the matter after failing to take any steps since 2014.​ Kudirat Abiola was assassinated in Lagos on June 4, 1996, during nationwide protests against the annulment of her husband MKO Abiola’s election victory. Al Mustapha, then Chief Security Officer to the late Head of State, General Sani Abacha, was charged alongside Mohammed Abacha and Lateef Shofolahan on counts of conspiracy and murder.​ In January 2012, a Lagos High Court convicted the defendants and sentenced them to death by hanging. However, the Court of Appeal in July 2013 overturned the judgment, discharged and acquitted them, ruling that the […]

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FCCPC moves against non compliant digital lenders

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has begun phased enforcement against digital money lenders that failed to comply with the 2025 Digital, Electronic, Online and Non Traditional Consumer Lending Regulations. Operators were given until January 5, 2026 to regularise their operations.​ In a statement, Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tunji Bello said the compliance window has closed and enforcement has started in a fair and orderly manner. He explained that the move is to give full effect to the new rules and ensure regulatory certainty in Nigeria’s digital lending market.​ The Commission has withdrawn conditional approvals earlier granted to some lenders that did not complete their regularisation within the transition period. These operators have now been removed from the FCCPC’s public register of approved digital lenders until they fully meet all requirements.​ Bello said the register is […]

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Awujale stool kingmakers insist on fair, transparent selection

Kingmakers for the Awujale of Ijebuland have declared they will not accept the imposition of any candidate on them or on the Fusengbuwa Ruling House, insisting that the next Awujale must emerge through a free and transparent process. The Regent and Ogbeni Oja, Chief Sunny Kuku, stated this while addressing reporters at his residence in Igbeba GRA, Ijebu Ode.​ Kuku, who chairs the Awujale interregnum council, said the kingmakers had spent sleepless nights carefully scrutinising the documents of nominees before Ogun State Government halted the exercise. He explained that consultations with authorities are ongoing to ensure the process resumes soon, noting that both Ijebu people and the wider public are eagerly awaiting a new Awujale.​ He described the task before the kingmakers as delicate and far reaching, stressing that their decision will affect Ijebuland for generations. According to him, the […]

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Army rescues 62 hostages, kills two terrorists in Kebbi, Zamfara

The Nigerian Army has rescued 62 hostages and neutralised two terrorists in renewed operations against bandits in Kebbi and Zamfara states. The raids were carried out by troops of Operation Fansan Yamma Sector 2 Joint Task Force, working with other security agencies and local vigilantes.​ Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi said the hostages were freed from Munhaye Forest in Zamfara State, a notorious hideout of bandit leader Kachalla Alti. He added that all the rescued victims are in safe custody while efforts are ongoing to reunite them with their families.​ In Kebbi State, troops ambushed members of the Lakurawa terrorists group near the border between Augie Local Government Area and Binji Local Government Area of Sokoto State, following actionable intelligence. The operation around Kerani village led to the killing of two terrorists and the […]

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Tonto Dikeh warns TikTok impostor over alleged scams

Actress Tonto Dikeh has issued a strong warning to a TikTok user she accuses of impersonating her and defrauding unsuspecting fans. She said the person has been using her name and reposting her content while pretending to be her in order to collect money from people.​ In a video message, Dikeh revealed that security agencies are already tracking the suspect. She vowed to press charges and ensure the impersonator is prosecuted once caught.​ She stressed that the account is not a fan page but a deliberate attempt to pose as her for fraudulent purposes. She described the conduct as both a scam against her followers and an abuse of her image and brand.​ “To the girl who is impersonating me on TikTok, collecting money from people and posting my content as if you are me, when I catch you, nobody […]

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Imams hold special prayers for Tinubu, Namadi, national peace

Hundreds of Islamic scholars under the Association of Nigerian Imams have held special prayers in Dutse, Jigawa State, for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Umar Namadi and other Nigerian leaders. The session took place at the Dutse Emir’s Palace Juma’at Mosque, Garu, and focused on peace, unity and national development.​ The scholars recited the entire Quran and prayed for wisdom, strength and success for Tinubu, Namadi and state governors as they tackle Nigeria’s economic and security challenges. The event was led by the association’s National Chairman, Sheikh Muhammad Adam, and attended by top state officials and traditional rulers.​ Those present included the Secretary to the Jigawa State Government, Bala Ibrahim, the Emir of Dutse, Mohammed Hamim Nuhu, and Dutse Local Government chairman, Dr Sibo Abdullahi. National and state executives of the Imams’ association were also in attendance.​ Sheikh Adam told […]

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Hilda Baci celebrates third Guinness World Record title

Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci has become a three time Guinness World Record holder after her September 2025 jollof rice feat was confirmed as the largest serving of rice overall. She had already held the record for the largest serving of Nigerian style jollof rice.​ Baci announced the new milestone on Instagram, updating her bio to “Chef X3 Guinness World Record Holder” and saying it was a surprising way to enter 2026. She wrote that she woke up as a three time record holder and was still trying to process the news.​ In an email, Andrew Fanning of the Guinness World Records Records Creative Team explained that a review of guidelines showed her jollof attempt also broke the general largest serving of rice category. He congratulated her and said she was “Officially Amazing” again.​ Baci said she only discovered the […]

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Troops repel terrorist drone strikes, maintain battlefield edge

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled terrorist drone attacks during operations along the Timbuktu Triangle in Borno State, maintaining control of the area. The operations were carried out on Sunday, January 18, with close support from the Nigerian Air Force.​ Operation Hadin Kai spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba said troops advanced from their harbour and conducted intelligence led raids on terrorist enclaves in Chilaria, Garin Faruk and Abirma. The air component provided sustained intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance over the axis.​ He explained that the strong air to ground coordination allowed real time tracking of terrorist movements and discouraged enemy reinforcement. It also improved the accuracy and confidence of ground forces during the operation.​ According to the statement, terrorists first launched an armed drone attack around midday against the advancing troops. Despite this, the soldiers kept their momentum and continued […]

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Fire guts Computer Village building, destroys goods worth millions

A night time fire has destroyed a one storey commercial building on Somoye Street in Computer Village, Ikeja, Lagos, burning property worth several millions of naira. The affected building housed shops used for the storage and sale of computers and accessories.​ Eyewitnesses said the fire started around midnight and spread quickly because of the volume of combustible materials inside. Emergency responders arrived after distress calls and battled the flames through the night.​ No life was lost, but an officer of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service sustained minor injuries during the operation. He received first aid treatment at the scene from Lagos State Ambulance Service officials.​ Teams from the Fire and Rescue Service and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency were able to contain the blaze and stop it from spreading to nearby buildings. The entire upper floor of […]

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Fire guts Computer Village building, destroys goods worth millions

A night time fire has destroyed a one storey commercial building on Somoye Street in Computer Village, Ikeja, Lagos, burning property worth several millions of naira. The affected building housed shops used for the storage and sale of computers and accessories.​ Eyewitnesses said the fire started around midnight and spread quickly because of the volume of combustible materials inside. Emergency responders arrived after distress calls and battled the flames through the night.​ No life was lost, but an officer of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service sustained minor injuries during the operation. He received first aid treatment at the scene from Lagos State Ambulance Service officials.​ Teams from the Fire and Rescue Service and the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency were able to contain the blaze and stop it from spreading to nearby buildings. The entire upper floor of […]

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