Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum has begun the construction of two large-scale educational institutions in Hawul Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to strengthening the education sector across the state. The Governor, on Wednesday, 7 January, 2026, laid the foundation for a High Islamic College in Shafa, a 48-classroom facility that will operate under the curriculum of the National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS). The college is designed to integrate formal education with Islamic studies while equipping students with digital skills, literacy, numeracy and vocational training. Zulum said the project is part of his campaign pledge…
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The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has secured the release of a Nigerian cleric, Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, who had been imprisoned in the Republic of Benin amid growing concerns over his deteriorating health and treatment in custody. Pastor Egbaji, a businessman and religious leader from Cross River State, regained his freedom on Thursday, 8 January, 2026, following a presidential pardon granted by Beninois President Patrice Talon. The pardon, which was gazetted in December 2025, came after months of sustained diplomatic engagement by Nigeria. Egbaji had been in detention for more than two years after being accused…
A 24-year-old man named as Wisdom Onyeaju has been arrested by the operatives of the Imo State Police Command for allegedly defiling oa 15-year-old girl that recently went viral on social media, thegazellenews.com reports. The arrest came days after a video posted on January 3 by the victim’s sister went viral, detailing how the suspect allegedly forced his way into the girl’s home during the Christmas period, threatened her with a knife and assaulted her. The Imo State Police Command Public Relations Officer, DSP Okoye Henry, who confirmed the development through a statement issued on Thursday, 8 January, 2026, said that…
Operatives of Bauchi State Police Command have arrested a 28-year-old man for criminal intimidation, assault, and raping his 8-year-old daughter, reports thegazellenews.com. The Bauchi State Police Command Public Relations Officer, Nafiu Habib., made this disclosure through a statement issued on Thursday, 8 January, 2026. Habib explained that: “On 31/12/2025 one Baffa’ji Muhammed ‘m’ reported at the Divisional Police Headquarters, Alkaleri, that on 30/12/2025 at about 1830hrs, one Baffa’ji Abba ‘m’ aged 28yrs (same address as the complainant), lured his biological daughter (name withheld), aged 8yrs, into a bathroom and forcefully had carnal knowledge of her through both her vagina and anus…
The Oxford English Dictionary has updated its glossary with some Nigerian-originated words, including “mammy market,” “nyash,” and “amala.” The December 2025 update, released on the OED website on Wednesday, 7 January, 2026 features more than 500 new words, phrases, and tenses. The latest update reflects the growing global influence of the nation’s language, culture, and cuisine. Other Nigerian-originated words added to its wordbook include “moi moi,” “abeg,” “biko,” and “Ghana Must Go.” Internet slang such as “DM”, “brainfart” and “chug” were also included. The December 2025 update, released on the OED website on Wednesday, features more than 500 new words,…
Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of Ward B, Abaranje–Okerube in Igando-Ikotun LCDA have presented an Award of Appreciation to the Chairman of Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Snr. Comr. Lasisi Ayinde Akinsanya, in recognition of his pivotal role in facilitating the construction of a secondary school in Abaranje community. The award was presented in appreciation of Akinsanya’s leadership, commitment, and strategic support toward the successful intervention of Hon. Kehinde Olaide Joseph, Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Alimosho Constituency II, whose efforts culminated in the establishment of the much-needed secondary school for the community.…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Dr Zacch Adedeji, Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service, on his birthday. President Tinubu commended Adedeji’s sterling leadership of the 83-year-old revenue agency, the introduction of fresh ideas, the adoption of global best practices, the automation of systems, and the upskilling of staff members for the greater good of the nation. “I salute the NRS Chairman for his visionary and charismatic dedication in restructuring, aligning and managing the revenue profile of the country. “He recorded a historic achievement, meeting the budget targets in the Third Quarter of 2025, and stimulating the economy for prosperity. “Zacch…
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, 7 January, 2026 ordered the country’s withdrawal from 66 global organisations. The U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who made this disclosure through a press statement issued on Wednesday, 7 January, 2026, said the decision was taken in furtherance of Executive Order 14199, following an administration-wide review of international organisations receiving U.S. participation or funding. According to Rubio, the Trump administration concluded that many of these institutions are redundant, mismanaged, unnecessary, or actively working against U.S. interests. Others, he said, have become platforms for ideological agendas that undermine national sovereignty and divert American resources…
President Bola Tinubu has praised corporate Nigeria, citizens, and other stakeholders in the Nigerian capital market for surpassing the N100 trillion milestone on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX). President Tinubu described this record achievement as an inspiration for the investing public operating in the money and capital markets. He urged Nigerians to deepen their investments in the local economy, assuring that 2026 will yield even greater returns as his administration’s economic reforms continue to deliver stronger outcomes. “With the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) crossing the historic N100 trillion market capitalisation mark, the country is witnessing the birth of a new economic reality…
Officials of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Kano State Command, have arrested two men for allegedly attempting to smuggle illicit drugs to inmates at the Nomansland court complex in Kano. The suspects are: Usman Khalid, 25, and Bello Musa Ahmed, 24, both male and residents of the Tsamiya (Breget) area of Kano State. Public Relations Officer of the command, CSC Musbahu Kofar-Nassarawa, who confirmed the arrests of the two suspects through a statement issued on Wednesday, 7 January, 2026 , said the suspects were apprehended by NCoS officers attached to the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Goron Dutse, Kano, while trying to…