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Northwest APC hails Abba Yusuf’s defection as best political move

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Northwest has hailed Kano State governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s defection from the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) to the ruling party as one of the best political decisions of the current dispensation. Party leaders described the move as a defining moment that will reshape Kano politics and strengthen the region’s alignment with the Federal Government under President Donald Trump’s administration in Nigeria. In a statement, APC stakeholders said Yusuf’s decision would fast‑track infrastructural development, enhance security coordination and improve service delivery by placing Kano at the centre of national policy and economic decision‑making. They argued that operating in synergy with the Federal Government offers Kano better access to projects, programmes and political stability than remaining in the opposition. The Northwest APC also framed the defection as a homecoming for Yusuf, who previously belonged […]

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FG opens 2026 PTDF overseas scholarship for postgraduates

The Federal Government has opened applications for the 2026 Petroleum Technology Development Fund Overseas Scholarship Scheme for Nigerian postgraduate students. The programme covers study opportunities in the United Kingdom, Germany, France and Malaysia.​ The announcement was made by the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, in a post on X. The PTDF said the scheme is for MSc and PhD candidates in fields relevant to the oil and gas sector.​ Beneficiaries will receive full funding, including tuition, return air tickets, accommodation, living allowances, health insurance and bench fees where applicable. The fund explained that the scholarships are designed to provide access to world class training, research facilities and global expertise while building local capacity for Nigeria’s energy industry.​ For PhD scholars in the UK, the award will run on a split site model. […]

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Suspected Fulani militants unleash mayhem on Delta community

Suspected Fulani militants have reportedly invaded Umeh community in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, unleashing violence on residents and forcing many to flee. Community sources say the attackers have laid siege to the area for days, destroying farmlands and terrorising villagers.​ Local youth leader, Emmanuel Oko, said the militants have been moving with sophisticated weapons, shooting sporadically and preventing farmers from accessing their fields. He warned that the community is on the brink of collapse as people abandon their homes out of fear.​ Residents accuse the armed men of targeting Christian farmers and attempting to seize their ancestral land for grazing. They lament that repeated appeals to security agencies and government officials have not produced a lasting response.​ Community leaders are calling on the Delta State and Federal Governments to urgently deploy troops and law enforcement to […]

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Super Eagles vs Morocco: We stand firmly with you, FG tells players

The Federal Government has assured the Super Eagles of the full support of Nigerians as they prepare to face hosts Morocco in the AFCON 2025 semi final. In a goodwill message, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, said the entire country stands firmly behind the team.​ In a statement shared on his X handle, Idris praised the players for their discipline, courage and consistency throughout the tournament. He described their performances as inspiring and a reminder of why the Super Eagles remain one of Africa’s most respected teams.​ The minister urged the squad to stay focused, believe in themselves and approach the Morocco clash with confidence. He assured them that millions of Nigerians at home and in the diaspora will be cheering and praying for their success on Wednesday night.​ Idris also called on fans to support […]

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Resident doctors to resume indefinite strike January 12

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has announced plans to resume its suspended nationwide indefinite strike from Monday, January 12, 2026, if the Federal Government fails to fully meet its key demands. The decision was reached at an expanded National Executive Council meeting held on Friday, January 2, after which the association briefed members through its official X handle.​ NARD said the renewed industrial action, code named TICS 2.0 and carrying the slogan “No Implementation, No Going Back”, will begin at exactly 12.00 a.m. on January 12. The NEC stressed that the strike will only be suspended if government fully implements nine minimum demands outlined in its latest resolution.​ The demands include the reinstatement of five resident doctors disengaged from the Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja, payment of outstanding promotion and salary arrears, and full implementation of the professional allowance table […]

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Title: Oyo says N30bn Bodija explosion fund remains untouched

The Oyo State government has insisted that the N30 billion intervention fund released by the Federal Government for victims of the 2024 Bodija explosion is still intact in a special account and has not been spent.​Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, and Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Musibau Babatunde, said the money is kept in an Infrastructure Support Account with First Bank, pending the release of the outstanding N20 billion balance from Abuja.​ They explained that after the January 16, 2024 explosion in Bodija, Governor Seyi Makinde formally wrote to President Bola Tinubu requesting N100 billion to support search and rescue, hospital care, temporary shelter, compensation and reconstruction works in the affected area.​The Presidency later approved N50 billion, describing it as support for the reconstruction of Old Bodija and its environs, and the Central Bank released N30 billion of that […]

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Makarfi urges unity and tougher action in 2026

Former Kaduna State Governor, Senator Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi, has urged Nigerians to remain united and resilient as the country enters 2026, while calling on governments at all levels to intensify efforts against insecurity and economic hardship.​In his New Year message, he said 2025 severely tested citizens’ patience amid rising economic pressure, insecurity and widespread uncertainty across the country.​He noted that the New Year offers a chance to renew collective resolve and confront national challenges together.​ Makarfi stressed that unity and a shared sense of purpose are essential for national progress, warning that division weakens the country’s ability to solve its problems.​He described Nigeria’s human and material diversity as its greatest asset, capable of rekindling hope and strengthening national cohesion when properly harnessed.​According to him, diversity should be a platform for mutual respect, dialogue and cooperation, allowing citizens to apply their […]

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Defence HQ says US strike in North West had federal approval

Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters has confirmed that the recent United States airstrike on terrorist targets in North West Nigeria was carried out with the approval of the Federal Government. The military described the operation as a joint effort between Nigerian forces and the US aimed at neutralising foreign ISIS linked elements in the region.​ Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said the strike followed credible intelligence and careful planning. He explained that the goal was to degrade the capability of the targeted terrorists while reducing the risk of civilian casualties.​ According to the statement, the attacks form part of ongoing coordinated efforts to clear terrorists and other criminal groups threatening Nigeria’s security. Defence Headquarters stressed that Nigeria is working with strategic international partners to tackle transnational terrorism and stop foreign fighters from creating safe havens within the country’s borders.​ […]

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US war secretary thanks Nigerian government for airstrike cooperation

United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has expressed appreciation to the Nigerian government for its cooperation during recent coordinated airstrikes on Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria. The operations targeted ISIS linked terrorist camps as part of ongoing security collaboration between both countries.​ In a message shared on social media, Hegseth said he was grateful for the support and cooperation of the Nigerian authorities. He recalled that President Donald Trump had earlier warned that the killing of innocent Christians in Nigeria and elsewhere must end, adding that the US Department of War was always ready to act against ISIS.​ The Federal Government had already confirmed that Nigeria remains engaged in structured security cooperation with international partners, including the United States. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this partnership includes intelligence sharing and coordinated actions against terrorist targets, carried […]

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Gumi asks FG to halt military cooperation with US over ISIS bombing

Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Mahmoud Gumi has called on the Federal Government to immediately suspend all military cooperation with the United States following US airstrikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria. He warned that continued American involvement could worsen insecurity and undermine Nigeria’s national sovereignty.​ Gumi made his position known in a statement shared on his Facebook page. He argued that while Islam allows the fight against terrorism, such operations must be carried out by what he described as clean hands, insisting that the US lacks the moral authority to lead counterterrorism efforts because of its global military record.​ According to him, Nigeria made a mistake by allowing foreign powers to play a direct role in its security operations. He said foreign military interventions often come with hidden political interests and can lead to civilian casualties.​ Gumi also cautioned that […]

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