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US sends 200 troops to Nigeria for military training

The United States has deployed about 200 troops to Nigeria to help train the Armed Forces in the fight against Islamist militants. The Wall Street Journal quoted a US military official as saying the move followed recent criticism by President Donald Trump over attacks on Christians in Nigeria.​ The report said the troops will strengthen Nigeria’s counterterrorism capacity through training and operational support. They will join a small number of US advisers already in the country who assist with intelligence for identifying targets for military operations.​ During a virtual briefing, Commander of US Africa Command, General Dagvin R. Anderson, confirmed that cooperation between both countries has increased after high level meetings. He said he met President Bola Tinubu and they agreed to work together on a way forward for security in the region.​ Anderson explained that a small US team […]

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Reps seek tighter defence accountability in 2026 budget

The House of Representatives Committee on Defence has called for stricter accountability, result driven spending and a comprehensive security strategy in the 2026 defence budget. Chairman of the committee, Babajimi Benson, made the call in Abuja as the panel began budget defence sessions with the Ministry of Defence and its agencies.​ Benson described the exercise as a sacred constitutional duty and a key stage in the appropriation process. He said it provides a platform for rigorous scrutiny, constructive engagement and mutual accountability in the interest of national security.​ He praised the Armed Forces and security agencies for gains recorded against insurgency, terrorism and other crimes across various theatres of operation. However, he warned that persistent security challenges show the need for deeper reforms, better coordination and smarter use of limited resources.​ Benson stressed that higher allocations must come with measurable […]

Mahama Recalls Nightmares After Father’s Detention Following 1966 Coup
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Ghana : Baba Jamal rappelé de son poste au Nigeria

Le président ghanéen John Dramani Mahama a ordonné, ce samedi, le rappel immédiat de Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, plus connu sous le nom de Baba Jamal, de son poste de Haut-Commissaire du Ghana auprès de la République fédérale du Nigeria. Cette décision fait suite à des allégations d’irrégularités survenues lors des primaires du National Democratic Congress (NDC), organisées le même jour dans la circonscription d’Ayawaso East. Baba Jamal y participait en tant que candidat et a été déclaré vainqueur du scrutin interne avec une courte avance d’environ trente voix sur sa concurrente. Selon le communiqué officiel de la présidence, des soupçons d’incitation des électeurs, notamment d’achat de votes, pèsent sur plusieurs candidats ayant pris part à ces primaires. Dans le cas de Baba Jamal, certaines sources évoquent la distribution présumée de téléviseurs et d’autres équipements à des délégués du parti […]

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Ghana to import fuel from Dangote refinery

The Government of Ghana has pledged to start importing petroleum products from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Lagos, Nigeria, as part of plans to strengthen energy security and cut costs.​ Ghana’s Energy Minister, Matthew Opoku Prempeh, gave the assurance during a visit to the 650,000 barrels per day refinery, where he inspected facilities and held talks with the management team. He said Accra is committed to making the refinery a key source of fuel supply once commercial terms are finalised.​ Prempeh noted that buying refined products from Nigeria is expected to be cheaper than relying on distant imports from Europe. He added that shorter shipping distances and regional cooperation should help reduce freight charges and ease pressure on Ghana’s foreign reserves. Officials in both countries say the move will deepen economic ties between Ghana and Nigeria and support West Africa’s […]

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US deploys small military team to Nigeria

The United States has deployed a small military team to Nigeria to support the fight against Boko Haram, ISWAP and armed bandit groups in the north.​ General Dagvin R.M. Anderson, head of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), confirmed the deployment during a briefing in Dakar. He said the move followed an agreement between both countries that more joint efforts were needed to tackle terrorism in West Africa.​ According to him, the team brings what he described as “unique capabilities” from the United States to strengthen ongoing counter-terrorism operations in Nigeria. He did not disclose the number of personnel sent or give details of their specific mission.​ Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, also confirmed that a US team is currently working in the country but declined to provide further information.​ A former US official said the deployed team […]

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JAMB suspends exam town selection for 2026 UTME candidates in Ekiti

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has temporarily suspended the selection of examination towns for 2026 UTME candidates registering in Ekiti State. JAMB spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, said the pause is to allow the board restructure exam town locations to bring centres closer to candidates and reduce transport challenges on exam days. He explained that the 2026 registration commenced before structural anomalies were detected in the configuration of examination towns in Ekiti. According to him, the irregularities made urgent adjustments necessary in the interest of candidates, prompting the temporary halt of town selection in the state. During this period, candidates will not be able to select any examination town in Ekiti until the reconfiguration is completed. Benjamin assured that the process would be concluded soon and apologised for any inconvenience caused to candidates during the ongoing registration exercise. He noted […]

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Nicki Minaj explains why she is Trump’s number one fan

Global rap star Nicki Minaj has declared herself Donald Trump’s number one fan, saying criticism of him only makes her support stronger.​ She spoke at the Trump Accounts Summit, where she also announced her backing for the Trump Accounts initiative, a programme designed to provide trust funds for children. Dressed in a furry white coat, Minaj said she was proud to stand by Trump regardless of public opinion.​ “I will say that I am probably the president’s number one fan, and that’s not going to change,” she said. She added that negative comments from critics do not affect her and instead motivate her to support him even more.​ Minaj praised what she described as the strong backing Trump enjoys, saying he has “a lot of force behind him” and insisting that God is protecting him. Trump, who earlier joked about […]

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FG, northern leaders clash over amnesty for terrorists

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/01/fg-northern-leaders-lawyers-differ-on-amnesty-for-terrorists Northern leaders and several senior lawyers have opposed moves by some state governments to grant amnesty to terrorists and bandits operating in the North. Their reaction follows reported plans by Katsina State governor, Dikko Radda, to grant amnesty to about 70 terrorists as part of a peace deal in the state and neighbouring areas. The Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation, through the Special Adviser to the President on Communications and Publicity in the AGF’s office, Kamarudeen Ogundele, noted that governors have constitutional powers to grant pardon, provided the offenders were prosecuted under state laws. The Lagos State Attorney-General, Lawal Pedro, SAN, agreed that governors can exercise clemency but stressed that they must consider public opinion, public policy, and the likely reaction of citizens when doing so. He added that Lagos, for instance, has a policy against granting […]

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Nigeria back on global economic frontline, says Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Abuja after a week‑long diplomatic and economic mission to Guinea and Switzerland, declaring that Nigeria has reclaimed a frontline role in global economic and policy conversations. He represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of Guinea’s President Mamadi Doumbouya in Conakry and led Nigeria’s delegation to the 2026 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.​ According to his media aide Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima said Nigeria used the trips to reaffirm its leadership within ECOWAS and open fresh bilateral channels, especially in agriculture and manufacturing. He stressed that the engagements underscored the Renewed Hope Agenda’s focus on regional solidarity and economic repositioning.​ A major highlight was the commissioning of Nigeria House Davos, the country’s first sovereign pavilion on the Davos Promenade, designed as a permanent investment hub for opportunities in solid minerals, agriculture and […]

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Lookman named Best Playmaker as CAF unveils AFCON 2025 awards

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the full list of awards and official statistics for the TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 tournament in Morocco. Senegal were crowned champions, Morocco finished runners up and Nigeria took third place after a high scoring campaign.​ Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman was named Best Playmaker of the tournament after providing four assists, capping a brilliant competition for the Super Eagles. Senegal’s Sadio Mané won Player of the Tournament, while Morocco’s Brahim Díaz finished as top scorer with five goals and Yassine Bounou was voted Best Goalkeeper with five clean sheets.​ CAF’s statistics showed Nigeria as one of the standout teams, with the Super Eagles recording the most consecutive wins (five), the highest number of goals scored (14) and the highest average possession at 66 percent. Overall, AFCON 2025 produced 121 goals, while Morocco, Comoros, DR Congo […]

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