Leaders and people of Ogoniland have petitioned President Bola Tinubu over alleged attempts by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to undermine the ongoing Federal Government–Ogoni dialogue process aimed at resolving the decades-long Ogoni crisis. The petition was submitted under the auspices of the Conscience of Ogoni People (COOP), formerly known as the Ken Saro-Wiwa Associates, a group of concerned Ogoni stakeholders advocating peace, justice, and sustainable development in Ogoniland. In a statement issued on Monday, 26 January, 2026, and signed by COOP’s Leader and Spokesman, Chief Gani Topba, the group expressed strong support for the…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
By Maxime Houinato As Africa stands at a crossroads in the fight against violence targeting women and girls, the continent’s traditional leaders hold a uniquely powerful key to unlocking lasting change. Their influence—rooted in culture, authority and community trust—positions them not just as custodians of heritage, but as essential partners in redefining norms, protecting rights and leading a continental shift toward safety, dignity and equality for every woman and girl. In the coming week, traditional leaders from across Africa will meet in Lagos to explore how culture can advance dignity, safety, and equality. Their convening could not be timelier. Violence…
By Yarima Haruna, Birnin Kebbi Son in-law to National Chairman of the opposition People’s Democratic Party ( PDP), Barrister Ibrahim Babangida Birema has declared his intention to run for Birnin Kebbi, Kalgo and Bunza Federal Constituency on the platform of PDP. The private lawyer in a statement signed by him said he decided to join the race to actualise the not too young to run in Nigeria’s politics saying the political offices particularly in the House of Representatives has been taken over by aged people blocking way for young bloods. “Our system has been invaded by the old politicians. Therefore…
Following the suspension of the selection process for a new Awujale of Ijebuland by the Ogun State Government, a group of residents on Monday staged a peaceful protest across parts of Ijebu-Ode in support of the government’s decision. The protesters, under the banner of Ijebu Sons and Daughters and Ijebu-Ode Progressive Youths, marched through major roads in the town carrying placards with inscriptions such as: “Awujale stool is not for sale,” “Governor Abiodun, save Ijebuland from crisis,” “We want the best prince as Awujale,” and “Let there be a free and fair selection process.” The procession converged at the Ijebu-Ode…
By Segun Adewale, Bauchi Bauchi State Government and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)commemorated the 2026 International Day of Education stressing that education is most effective when young people are not only learners, but active partners in shaping the system. In a keynote address, he delivered on Saturday, 24 January, 2026, on the commemoration of the 2026 International Day of Education with the theme: “The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education”, held at the Hazibal Hotel and Suites, Bauchi, the state Commissioner for Education, Dr Lawal Mohammed Rimin-Zayan stressed that, “As a government, we believe that youths participation strengthens accountability, improves…
The First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu formally received the notification of her conferment with the award ‘Person of the Year’ by the Leadership Newspapers. During the courtesy visit by the management of the Newspaper led by its Chairman, Mrs Zainab Nda-Isaiah, the First Lady thanked the organization for the recognition which sha says is a call for more work on her part. “With this, I am fired up for the year. “I am guide by the scripture, which says, I can do all things….there is still more for me to do… what I am doing for the common…
Our attention has been drawn to growing media frenzy about possible replacement of Vice President Kashim Shettima as the running mate to President Bola Tinubu under the platform of our great Party ahead of the 2027 General Elections. While these stories have been mostly subtle, they recently assumed a new dimension when names of specific individuals were touted as possible replacement for Vice President Shettima. Our Party states in categorical terms that the stories are purely speculative, untrue and utterly baseless. We urge media organizations to refrain from lending their platforms to rumour-peddlers and mischievous “news sources” of questionable provenance…
By Chuks Collins, Awka Jan 26,2026 The Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo has ordered the immediate closure of the popular Onitsha Main Market. The move, according to government sources was to enforce compliance with the Governor’s earlier directive to stop adherence to the controversial Mondays sit-at-home order/closure of the market on the order and threats of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) Prof Soludo ordered the immediate shutdown/sealing of the Onitsha main market for one week in the first instance. He also threatened to seal the market indefinitely if the need arises. The Governor’s action follows repeated disregard to…
The next generation of Olympic superstars could be born in the heart of the Niger Delta. That is the bold vision of NDDC Chairman Chiedu Ebie, who believes the upcoming Niger Delta Games will become a factory for world-class talent. Speaking at a high-level strategy summit in Benin City, Ebie revealed he wants the Games to be the commission’s “legacy project”—turning local hopefuls into international icons. The NDDC chief is dreaming big, aiming to see home-grown athletes flying the Nigerian flag at the Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and the All-Africa Games. “The Board of the NDDC wants to make the games…
The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, through his lawyer Nnemeka Ejiofor, has warned people who visit him in prison not to make public statements about their discussions, reports thegazellenews.com. Kanu also said he does not collect money from anyone before allowing visits. IPOB leader Kanu is currently serving a life sentence at the Sokoto Correctional Centre. Ejiofor, who made this known in a video message, said that from now on, anyone who visits Kanu must not speak publicly about what was discussed during the visit. If Kanu has any message for the public, it will…