By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola President Bola Tinubu on Thursday, 15 January, 2026 joined top government officials and security chiefs to honour Nigeria’s fallen and serving military personnel at the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Ceremony held in Abuja, underscoring the nation’s continued gratitude for their sacrifices. The ceremony commenced with the submission of the parade state by the parade commander. Thereafter, Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented the President, inspected the guard of honour, accompanied by the Commander, Guards Brigade, Brig. Gen. Adebisi Onasanya. Subsequently, a firing party led dignitaries to the cenotaph for the laying of wreaths. The Last…
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By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Federal Government on Thursday, 15 January, 2026 commended the Super Eagles for their performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, despite the team’s semi-final defeat to Morocco, reports thegazellenews.com The commendation came a day after the Atlas Lions defeated Nigeria on penalties to reach the final of the tournament. Following the result, the government said the Super Eagles had displayed resilience and commitment throughout the competition. In a statement issued by Mohammed Idris, Minister of Information and National Orientation, the government said the team demonstrated character,teamwork, and determination qualities he described as deeply important to…
By Yarima Haruna, Birnin Kebbi In a symbolic marking of the 2026 armed forces remembrance day, the governor of Kebbi state,Dr Nasir Idris, on Thursday laid wreath as the climax of the week long Nigerian legion activities. In his speech at Haliru Abdu stadium, the governor told Nigerian legion that the nation stands with them and their sacrifices to keep Nigeria safe and united will not go in vain. “We have noted your contributions in maintaining peace and ensuring we all sleep with our eyes closed therefore we will not abandon you,” he said. Idris revealed that serving and retired…
The 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) once again proved why it is regarded as Africa’s biggest music awards platform, as artistes, delegates and industry stakeholders from at least 48 African countries came together in Lagos, Nigeria, to celebrate the continent’s rich and diverse musical excellence. The 9th AFRIMA held from January 7 to 11, 2026, in an atmosphere of unity, colour and creativity with winners emerging from West, East, North, Central, Southern Africa and in the diaspora. This widespread success further showed that the platform is a true platform for the whole continent, AFRIMA President and…
The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has expressed its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Mr Yakubu Mohammed, a renowned journalist and co-founder of Newswatch magazine, who passed away at the age of 75. The GOCOP described Mohammed’s passing as a significant loss to the media community and the nation at large. “Mohammed’s contributions to Nigerian journalism are immeasurable. As a pioneer of investigative journalism in Nigeria, he made an indelible mark on the country’s media landscape. His commitment to truth, integrity, and excellence in journalism is an inspiration to many young journalists. Through his writing,…
The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has reiterated the statutory deadline of 31st January 2026 for all employers of labour in Lagos State to fulfil their statutory obligation to file their annual tax returns for the 2025 financial year. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Executive Chairman of LIRS, Dr Ayodele Subair, reminded employers that the obligation to file annual returns is in accordance with the provisions of the Nigeria Tax Administration Act 2025 (NTAA). Dr Subair explained that employers are required to file detailed returns on emoluments and compensation paid to their employees, as well as payments…
A coalition of national and international human rights, environmental, and social justice organisations has condemned what they describe as the “violent and unlawful” demolition of Makoko, a historic waterfront fishing community along the Lagos Lagoon. In a joint statement released, the groups alleged that demolition activities began on January 5, 2026, and have continued despite outcry from residents and civil society actors. According to the organisations, government-backed demolition teams have destroyed homes, schools, health facilities, and religious buildings, leaving hundreds of families without shelter. Eyewitness accounts cited in the statement claim that security personnel accompanying the demolition teams used tear…
A former coordinator of the Nigeria Governors Forum, NGF, Earl Osaro Onaiwu, has called on the political class across party lines to support ongoing security efforts of the federal government. Onaiwu in a statement in Abuja on Wednesday, 15 January, 2026, noted that insecurity is colour blind, has no party affiliation and was religious neutral, therefore, the need for politicians to eschew partisan slant on security matters. He cautioned that failure by the political elite to support the fight against insecurity leading to several ungoverned spaces could disrupt elections, stressing that except there is a country, then elections are guaranteed.…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian artistes who emerged winners at the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), describing their success as clear proof that Nigeria’s music and creative ecosystem continue to grow and gain global respect. The President praised the artistes for making the country proud on a continental stage. He said their victories at AFRIMA show the strength, creativity, and resilience of Nigeria’s youths, as well as the country’s growing influence in African and global music. Nigerian artistes enjoyed a good outing at the 9th AFRIMA, held from January 7-11, 2026, and hosted by…
The Emir of Kano, Dr. Muhammadu Sanusi II, has been granted a special admission into the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) Common Law and Sharia programme at the Northwest University, Kano. The approval was conveyed in an official letter dated January 12, 2026, and signed by the Head of Directorate of Examinations, Admissions and Records of the university, Jafaru Muhammad, for the Registrar of the institution. The former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, who made this through a letter posted on his X handle on Thursday, 15 January, 2026, said the special admission followed an application submitted by the Emir and was…