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16
Jan

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Kachikwu Criticises Atiku, Obi Over Responses to National Tragedies

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By Erewunmi Peace Former African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Dumebi Kachikwu, has criticised opposition leaders Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, accusing them of offering mostly social media reactions whenever Nigeria experiences national tragedies. Kachikwu made the remarks while reacting to recent security and humanitarian crises across the country. According to him, statements and condolence […]

16
Jan

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ASUU PRESIDENT’s ADDRESS

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ʀᴇᴍᴀʀᴋꜱ ᴀᴛ ᴘʀᴇꜱᴇɴᴛᴀᴛɪᴏɴ ᴏꜰ ᴛʜᴇ ʀᴇɴᴇɢᴏᴛɪᴀᴛᴇᴅ ᴀɢʀᴇᴇᴍᴇɴᴛ ʙᴇᴛᴡᴇᴇɴ ᴛʜᴇ ᴀᴄᴀᴅᴇᴍɪᴄ ꜱᴛᴀꜰꜰ ᴜɴɪᴏɴ ᴏꜰ ᴜɴɪᴠᴇʀꜱɪᴛɪᴇꜱ ᴀɴᴅ ᴛʜᴇ ꜰᴇᴅᴇʀᴀʟ ɢᴏᴠᴇʀɴᴍᴇɴᴛ ᴏꜰ ɴɪɢᴇʀɪᴀ The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) reached an agreement with the Federal Government of Nigeria, 16 years after the last agreement was signed. The 2009 agreement was due for renegotiation in 2012, which was […]

16
Jan

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Kwankwaso Sets Conditions for Possible Defection to APC

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By Erewunmi Peace Former Kano State Governor and national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has stated that any possible move to the All Progressives Congress (APC) would be subject to strict conditions. Kwankwaso, who was the NNPP presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, said he is open to […]

16
Jan

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FG Unveils Consolidated Academic Allowance in New Deal with ASUU

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By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government has unveiled a Consolidated Academic Allowance as part of a new agreement reached with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), signalling a fresh effort to improve welfare and stability in Nigeria’s public university system. According to official statements and reports from national media, the new deal is the […]

16
Jan

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Defence Minister Explains Why US Military Airstrikes Hit Sokoto

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By Erewunmi Peace Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd), has provided clarity on the recent U.S. military airstrikes in Sokoto State, explaining why the operation targeted what he described as a significant armed group. Speaking in media interviews, Gen. Musa said the strikes were aimed at ISIS‑linked militants, stressing that the group involved […]

16
Jan

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2027 Election: Atiku’s Son Joins APC, Backs Tinubu’s Second-Term Bid

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By Erewunmi Peace Abubakar “Abba” Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) and pledged his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. The defection ceremony took place at the National Assembly in Abuja, where Abba was welcomed by top […]

16
Jan

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Tiger Base Policemen Arrest 12 at Imo Market; Witnesses Claim Extortion

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By Erewunmi Peace Twelve people were reportedly arrested by officers from the Tiger Base unit of the Imo State Police Command at Orlu International Market in Imo State. According to witnesses, the officers were dressed in all-black clothing and masks, which led some to describe them as appearing “like terrorists.” Eyewitnesses said the arrested individuals […]

16
Jan

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2027: Tunji Alausa’s Name Emerges in Lagos Governorship Discussions

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By Erewunmi Peace Discussions around the 2027 Lagos State governorship race are gaining momentum, with Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s Minister of Education, emerging as one of several names being mentioned as a potential contender. Political analysts and stakeholders have included Alausa alongside other notable figures such as Seyi Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, and Mudashiru Obasa in early […]

16
Jan

Big Win for Nigeria: UAE CEPA Deal Set to Supercharge $1 Trillion Economy Dream – NACCIMA

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By Erewunmi Peace The Nigeria-United Arab Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) has been hailed as a game-changer for Nigeria’s economic ambitions, according to the Nigeria Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA). The historic agreement, signed on 13 January 2026, is expected to boost trade, attract investment, and expand market access […]

16
Jan

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Osun NURTW Declares “Operation Win Your Polling Unit” for Oyebamiji

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By Erewunmi Peace The Osun State chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has officially endorsed Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the August 2026 governorship election. In a statement during a visit to Oyebamiji following his emergence as the APC flagbearer, the Acting Chairman of Osun […]

16
Jan

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Fire Guts Foam Store Along Asa-Dam Road, Ilorin; Residents Flee

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By Erewunmi Peace A major fire broke out at a foam depot along Asa-Dam Road in Ilorin on 14 January 2026, forcing nearby residents to flee in fear. The blaze reportedly started at a Mouka Foam distribution depot beside Asa Dam Hospital and quickly spread to a warehouse and atwo-storey building. Eyewitnesses said the fire […]

15
Jan

Ekiti 2026: ADC’S Candidate’s Homecoming

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Ambassador Dare Bejide, the Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Ekiti State, was welcomed into the party secretariat in Ado-Ekiti on the 13th of December, 2025. The beauty of that reception was that Bejide was in the company of some of his co-contestants in the party’s primary election of . November, 2025.

14
Jan

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World Bank Raises Nigeria’s 2026 Economic Growth Projection to 4.4%

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By Erewunmi Peace The World Bank has raised its projection for Nigeria’s economic growth rate in 2026 to 4.4 percent, up from the 3.7 percent forecast released in June 2025. The revised outlook was announced on Tuesday in the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report. According to the report, Nigeria’s improved growth projection reflects […]

14
Jan

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Niger Govt Orders Residents to Vacate Kainji Lake Area Over Insecurity

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By Erewunmi Peace The Niger State Government has directed residents living in settlements around the Kainji Lake area to vacate the region within a period of two months, citing rising insecurity. The directive was issued by the state government as part of ongoing efforts to tackle criminal activities in forested and hard-to-reach areas of the […]

14
Jan

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JAMB Begins Sale of 2026 UTME, Direct Entry Forms With Strict Age Requirement

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By Erewunmi Peace The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the commencement of sales of application forms for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) for the 2026/2027 academic session. The announcement was made on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in Abuja by the Registrar of JAMB, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, […]

14
Jan

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JAMB Issues Important Update to 2026 UTME Candidates

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By Erewunmi Peace The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued an important update to candidates preparing for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry registration. In a statement released on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, JAMB warned candidates against attempting to alter their personal details after registration, stressing that all biodata […]

14
Jan

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FG Launches Lagos Gold Refinery, $600 Million Lithium Plant

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By Erewunmi Peace The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a high-purity gold refining plant in Lagos and revealed that a $600 million lithium processing plant in Nasarawa State is ready for commissioning. These projects are part of the government’s strategy to add value to the nation’s mineral resources and reduce the export of raw […]

14
Jan

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AFRICOM Reaffirms Support for NDLEA in Fight Against Drug Trafficking

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By Erewunmi Peace A delegation from theUnited States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Nigeria’s fight against drug trafficking. The delegation visited the NDLEA headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, where they met with the agency’s leadership to discuss ways to strengthen […]

14
Jan

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Newswatch Magazine Co-Founder Yakubu Mohammed Dies, Second Founder Lost in Two Months

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By Erewunmi Peace Veteran journalist and co-founder of Newswatch Magazine, Alhaji Yakubu Mohammed, has passed away at the age of 75, marking the second loss of a founding member of the publication within two months. Yakubu Mohammed’s death was confirmed by multiple sources in Lagos, where he reportedly passed away after a brief illness. His […]

14
Jan

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I’m Receiving Death Threats Over Tax Reform Implementation — Oyedele

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By Erewunmi Peace Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has revealed that he has been receiving death threats as a result of his involvement in implementing Nigeria’s new tax reforms. Oyedele made the disclosure during a public event in Abuja on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, explaining that tax […]