The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday, 19 January, 2026, assured residents of the State that his administration will leave no stone unturned in ensuring safety of lives and property in the State. Speaking at the signing of the 2026 Appropriation Bill at the Lagos House, Ikeja, Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed disappointment over the scooping of fuel at Apapa bridge earlier on Monday, 19 January, 2026, by some residents, describing the act as a suicide mission. He commended the swift action of the Lagos State first responders as well as the Police, who cordoned off the area and…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on the successful hosting of the African Music Awards (AFRIMA) – the continent’s biggest gathering of stars- from January 7 – 11. The President, in a statement issued by his spokesman Bayo Onanuga, hailed Nigerian stars who won laurels at the grand finale on January 11. It was the ninth anniversary of the awards. To President Tinubu, the success of Nigerian musicians at the awards is clear proof that Nigeria’s music and creative ecosystem continue to grow and gain global respect. He said: “I commend Lagos State for, once…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Tuesday commissioned the Laderin–Prof. Wole Soyinka Train Station Road in Abeokuta, announcing plans to inaugurate 20 additional roads across the state as part of activities marking Ogun State’s 50th anniversary. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the governor said construction work was progressing steadily on the Sagamu Interchange–Papalanto–Opele Road, describing the 100-kilometre highway as a critical east-west connector within the state. According to Abiodun, the road, when completed, will provide motorists with an alternative route, eliminating the need to pass through Abeokuta before accessing other parts of the country, while also opening up the…
The political pathway appears increasingly clear for Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC), following what sources describe as a decisive, high-level meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa. Politics Digest reliably gathered that the governor’s camp erupted in jubilation after the private parley, with insiders indicating that weeks of political uncertainty have given way to renewed confidence. Senior party officials familiar with the discussions say the “risky political dilemma” earlier associated with the defection talks has been significantly de-escalated, amid assurances from the presidency regarding the governor’s political future.…
In a disturbing illustration of the worsening humanitarian crisis in the Sahel, hundreds of Nigerians fleeing banditry, insurgency and economic hardship have taken refuge in the largest public graveyard in Niamey, the capital of Niger Republic, PRNigeria reports. The displaced families, mostly from Katsina, Zamfara and Borno states, said they were forced into the cemetery after being evicted from earlier settlements by security operatives and facing hostility from surrounding communities. With no formal shelter or protection, they now live among tombstones, exposed to hunger, harsh weather and deep psychological trauma. Several of the refugees described their condition as one of…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola The Federal Government has commenced the documentation and registration of traditional medicine practitioners nationwide as part of efforts to standardise, regulate and strengthen the sector, which serves a significant portion of Nigeria’s population. The initiative was disclosed on Tuesday, 20 January, 2026 in Abuja by the Director-General of the Nigerian Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA), Prof. Martins Emeje, during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria. He explained that the move followed the agency’s recognition of the need to properly index traditional medicine practitioners and bring order to an ecosystem he described as largely unregulated.…
By Daniel Oluwatobiloba Popoola A fire outbreak in the early hours of Tuesday, 20 January, 2026 gutted a one-storey commercial building housing computer dealers and accessories merchants on Somoye Osundairo Street in Computer Village, Ikeja, destroying goods worth millions of naira and throwing the popular technology hub into confusion. The fire, which was reported at about 1:55 a.m., broke out while most shops were closed, allowing it to spread rapidly through the building before help arrived. Officials said the inferno was fuelled by large quantities of electronic equipment and accessories stored inside the structure. In response to the distress call,…
In accordance with Article 64 of CAF rule book, Senegal could be at risk of disqualification from the Africa Cup of Nations despite lifting the trophy following a dramatic final victory over hosts Morocco. The Lions of Teranga sealed a 1–0 win in extra time thanks to a stunning strike from Pape Gueye, securing their second continental title in four years. However, chaotic scenes late in normal time have cast a shadow over the triumph and raised questions about potential sanctions. The controversy erupted in the dying moments of regulation time when Morocco were awarded a disputed penalty, sparking outrage…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reportedly suspended Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw following his conduct during the dramatic AFCON 2025 final against hosts Morocco. CAF’s Disciplinary Committee found Thiaw guilty of breaching competition regulations after he ordered his players to walk off the pitch in protest over a controversial refereeing decision late in the game. Although Senegal eventually returned to complete the match and secured a 1–0 victory after extra time, CAF described the actions of the technical bench as unacceptable and damaging to the image of African football. The decision comes after intense scrutiny surrounding the chaotic…
Speculation is mounting in Kogi State over a possible defection of cleric and political activist, Stanley Omoniyi Ajileye, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), reports thegazellenews.com. Ajileye, an Ekinrin-Adde–born clergy and intelligent writer widely regarded as a wordsmith in political communication, is the immediate past spokesperson of the PDP in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State. He has also played prominent roles in both gubernatorial and presidential media campaign teams of the PDP, dating back to the era of former President Goodluck Jonathan. Although no official declaration has been made, strong indications suggest…