The Sobaloju of Ofiki, Chief Jacob Adefabi Sobaloju, in the Afijio Local Government Area of Oyo State has been suspended by the state government for allegedly violating the state’s Executive Order 001/2023. The Special Assistant to Governor Seyi Makinde on Print Media, Moses Alao, who made this disclosure through a statement issued on Tuesday, 6 January, 2026 in Ibadan, the state capital,, noted that the decision was taken to protect the interest of the state and its people, just at it also added that Sobaloju was suspended for encouraging trespassing on government gazetted assets. The letter titled, ‘Re: Complaint Against…
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Super Eagles winger, Lookman Ademola on Tuesday, 6 January, 2026 shared pictures of himself alongside Victor Osimhen and Bruno Onyemaechi on the pitch following Nigeria’s win against Mozambique at the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16, which was played on Monday, 6 January, 2026. Lookman shared the post on his official Instagram page on Tuesday, 6 January, 2026 with the caption, “TOGETHER ALWAYS”. This photo post comes after fans have criticized Oshimhen following his angry outbursts at Lookman during the match. The footballer, however, dismissed any form of rift between him and Osimhen, saying that Osimhen remains his brother. “It’s…
The Federal Government on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 inaugurated a Joint Implementation Committee to oversee the training and certification of one million Nigerians in digital literacy and emerging technology skills. The committee was inaugurated in Abuja on Tuesday by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. Members of the committee were drawn from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, the Federal Ministry of Education, the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, TETFund, NITDA, state representatives, ICT…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola Troops of Operation Enduring Peace has successfully rescued a retired Nigerian Army officer, Colonel Ajanaku (rtd), who was abducted by armed gunmen in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, following an intense, intelligence-driven operation that forced the kidnappers to abandon their victim. The retired senior officer was kidnapped in the early hours of Sunday, 5 January, 2026, from his residence along Rukuba Road, a development that initially sparked fear and concern within the community. According to security sources, the abductors stormed the area under the cover of darkness and whisked the retired officer away to…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola With an estimated 1.9 million people living with HIV, an 87–98–95 achievement on global treatment targets, and a 46 per cent decline in new infections over the past decade, Nigeria’s HIV response ranks among the country’s most significant public health successes yet one now facing renewed pressure from funding uncertainties and persistent social challenges. Against this backdrop, Safe-Revive Africa (SRA), on Monday, 1 December, 2025, joined the global community to commemorate World AIDS Day, calling for sustained political commitment, increased domestic investment, and stronger community engagement to protect hard-won gains and keep Nigeria on course to…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Monday, January 5, 2026 warned residents of Ekiti State to refrain from registering more than once for the Permanent Voter Card (PVC), saying that offenders will face sanctions in line with the law. The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, Mr Bunmi Omoseyindemi, handed down the warning while addressing newsmen in Ado Ekiti on Monday, January 5, 2026 Jas he announced the commencement of the second phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. “Anybody who attempts to or is involved in multiple registration or commits other infractions in the ongoing continuous…
Super Eagles mercurial striker, Victor Osimhen, has threatened walk away from the national team after his altercation with Ademola Lookman on the field of play in Nigeria’s emphatic 4–0 win over Mozambique to seal a place in the AFCON quarter-finals. The Super Eagles delivered one of their most dominant performances of the tournament on Monday evening, responding impressively to the disappointment of failing to qualify for a second successive World Cup. Goals flowed, confidence surged, and a potential reunion with the Democratic Republic of Congo now awaits in the last eight. Yet, instead of celebration, attention quickly shifted to a…
Deposed Venezuelan Prsesident, Nicolas Maduro, 63, told a federal judge in Manhattan that he had been “kidnapped” from Venezuela and said, “I’m innocent; I’m not guilty,” US media reported. “I’m still the president of my country,” he was quoted as saying. Maduro’s wife, Cilia Flores, likewise pleaded not guilty. The pair was snatched by US commandos in the early hours of Saturday in an assault backed by warplanes and a heavy naval deployment. In a series of shock announcements over the weekend, President Donald Trump declared that the United States is now running Venezuela with an eye to rebuilding and…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced that the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream I orientation exercise will commence simultaneously across the country on Wednesday, 21 January, 2026. The scheme, which announced this through statement shared on its official X platform on Tuesday, 6 January, 2026, outlining key dates for the programme at all 37 NYSC orientation camps nationwide. According to the statement, registration for prospective corps members will open on the first day of camp and run until late Friday,23 January, 2026. “Camp Registration for all Corps Members will take place from Wednesday, 21st to midnight of Friday 23rd,…
English Premier League (EPL) giants, Chelsea has officially appointed 41-year-old Liam Rosenior as head coach of the men’s team, signing the Englishman to a contract that will run through 2032. In a statement on Chelsea’s official website on Tuesday, 6 January, 2026, the club said: “Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Liam Rosenior as head coach of the men’s team. The club extends a warm welcome to Rosenior and looks forward to his leadership on and off the pitch. Welcome to Chelsea, Liam!” Rosenior joins Stamford Bridge after a successful stint with RC Strasbourg in France,…