The Ambassadors of Germany and France to Nigeria have urged the country to draw lessons from decades of Franco-German cooperation, stressing that reconciliation, friendship, and shared responsibility are critical drivers of growth, stability, and regional integration. German Ambassador Annett Günther and French Ambassador Marc Fonbaustier made the call on Wednesday in Abuja during events marking the 63rd anniversary of German-French Day, which commemorates the signing of the Élysée Treaty on January 22, 1963. Speaking jointly, the envoys reflected on how France and Germany overcame centuries of rivalry and conflict to become close partners and allies after the Second World War. …
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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Wednesday, 28 January, 2026, commissioned the Afon Township Road in Imeko-Afon Local Government and ordered the immediate reconstruction of the Olorunda–Imeko Road. The Afon Township Road, originally constructed in 1959 by the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, was commissioned at a ceremony held in Imeko-Afon Local Government Area. Speaking at the event, Governor Abiodun said the decision to reconstruct the Olorunda–Imeko Road followed his personal experience while traveling on the road earlier in the day, describing its condition as deplorable. According to the governor, he immediately directed the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure…
By Tunji Bamishigbin If there has ever been one man, one governor in Lagos State, who has done greater things with immeasurable boldness despite his simple nature, that person is the current governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu. When it comes to daring projects, this gentleman stands taller. Let me break it down. 1: Last Friday, I drove by Alausa and l saw the State Secretariat Extension building opposite the Bureau of Land and the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources. That building was meant to house the State MDA offices that are spread across the state in rented buildings. The…
Former Nigerian Ambassador to Burundi, Elijah Onyeagba; Director General of the Citizen and Leadership Center, Rinsola Abiola; Executive Director, Galaxy Backbone, Hon Segun Olulade; former Senior Special Assistant to President Buhari, Mr Wole Aboderin; SSA to the President on Community Engagement Southwest, Moremi Ojudu; Executive Director, North Central Development Commission, Princess Atika Ajana; founder of WFM Toun Okewale Sonaiya; SSA to the President on Entrepreneurship Development Chalya Shagaya are among the 170 chairpersons and members of the shortlist committee to review over 1700 applications received from young Nigerians nationwide for the Rising Progressive Young Leaders Fellowship (RPLF). The Rising Progressive…
At least four suspected cultists operating around Nkpor communities, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state have been arrested by the operatives of the state police command, reports thegazellenews.com. The Anambra State Police Command Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the arrest of the suspects through a press statement issued on on Wednesday, 28 January, 2026. Ikenga said the operatives of the Special Anti-Cult Squad attached to Obosi Sector, in collaboration with a vigilante team acting on credible information, arrested the suspects on Sunday, 25 January, 2026. The state police image-maker, who said the arrest follows the recovery…
The latest Data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revealed that Naira has hit a record high of ₦1,400 against the US dollar at the official market during the midweek trading session, reports thegazellenews.com. According to the Apex Bank, currency maintained the appreciation trend seen since the start of the week in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). The data showed that the local currency appreciated by 1.26% on Tuesday, 27 January, 2026, as the dollar was quoted at ₦1,401.22, representing a gain of ₦17.73 compared with ₦ 1,418.95 recorded on Monday, 26 January, 2026 at the NFEM. It…
A suspected child trafficker and several unauthorised fuel dealers over alleged illegal activities involving human trafficking and the unlawful acquisition of petroleum products have been arrested by the operatives Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Zamfara State Command, reports thegazellenews.com. The Zamfara NSCDC Public Relations Officer, Umar Mohammad, made this disclosure during the parade of suspects at the Command Headquarters in Gusau, the state capital. According to Mohammad, a 31-year-old male suspect, Jerry Peter, from Kebbi State, was apprehended on January 24, 2026, in Gusau while allegedly attempting to traffic five underage children intercepted along the Lalan area of the…
The Senate has deferred consideration of the report on the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Enactment) Bill 2026, resolving to reconvene in an executive session to scrutinize the proposed legislation before taking a final decision. The decision followed deliberations on the report of the Senate Committee on Electoral Matters during plenary, which took place in the absence of the committee chairman, Senator Simon Lalong. Lawmakers agreed to step down debate on the report to allow senators time to study the bill in detail, with consideration now expected to resume on Thursday, 29 January, 2026. An executive session has also been…
Novak Djokovic admitted he got lucky after opponent Lorenzo Musetti retired hurt on Wednesday to send the Serbian great into a semi-final against either two-time reigning champion Jannik Sinner or Ben Shelton. Earlier on day 11 in Melbourne, Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina both won in straight sets and will meet for a place in the final. The 38-year-old Djokovic, chasing an all-time record 25th Grand Slam crown, has the tennis gods smiling on him. His last-16 opponent Jakub Mensik pulled out without a ball being hit and now Musetti was forced to retire with the Italian leading 6-4, 6-3,…
Chairman of DAAR Communications Plc (owners of African Independent Television, owners of AIT and Raypower Radio, Raymond Dokpesi Jr., has declared his intention to run for the Chairmanship of the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON), outlining plans to modernize the country’s broadcasting sector through regulatory reforms, industry support, and collaborative growth. Speaking at DAAR Communications’ headquarters in Abuja, Dokpesi Jr. described Nigeria’s broadcasting industry as being at a “critical crossroads,” facing economic pressures, digital disruption, and regulatory challenges. He stressed the need for unity among broadcasters to ensure the sector’s sustainability. Dokpesi Jr. highlighted the importance of BON’s principle of…