Lagos Assembly to meet Makoko leaders over demolition dispute
The Lagos State House of Assembly has invited leaders of Makoko and other affected waterfront communities to a meeting following complaints over the recent demolition of structures and the eviction of residents. The invitation was conveyed in a letter dated January 27, 2026, and signed by the Clerk of the House, Olalekan Onafeko. The letter acknowledged receipt of a petition...
Femi Jaiyeola emerges chairman as NECA inaugurates ESG Advisory Board
The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has inaugurated its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Advisory Board. The Advisory Board brings together experienced professionals and industry leaders to provide strategic guidance, thought leadership, and practical insights on ESG issues affecting businesses in Nigeria. The Board comprises representatives from Access Bank Plc, Nigeria Bottling Company Plc, Small & Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria...
Singer Nanyah: FMC Abuja speaks on snake bite death, denies anti-venom shortage
The Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi in Abuja, has dismissed claims circulating on social media that it failed to provide timely care and anti-snake venom to singer Ifunanya Nwagene, fondly called Nanyah, who died after suffering complications from a snake bite. Nanyah died after suffering a snake bite at her residence in Abuja on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Nanyah was said...
Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid lose to Tyla at 2026 Grammys
Nigerian music stars Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, Ayra Starr, and Omah Lay were unsuccessful in their respective nominations at the 2026 Grammy Awards held on February 2 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, United States, on February 1, 2026. The event, hosted by South African comedian Trevor Noah, crowned South Africa’s Tyla as winner of the ‘Best African Music...
Fela becomes first African to receive Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award
Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti has been posthumously honoured with the Recording Academy of America’s Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African to receive the prestigious recognition. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the honour in a statement, describing Fela as more than a musician but a fearless advocate for justice, freedom and social change whose legacy continues to shape global...
Alcaraz beats Djokovic to win first Australian Open title, becomes youngest man to complete Grand Slam
Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic to win his first Australian Open on Sunday and become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam, denying the Serbian great an unprecedented 25th major. Alcaraz was imperious after a slow start in dismissing Djokovic, 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 on Rod Laver Arena to claim a seventh Slam title and cement himself as...
Two police sergeants arrested over armed robbery in Benue
The Benue State Police Command has arrested two serving police sergeants over their alleged involvement in an armed robbery, with a stolen vehicle and weapons recovered from the suspects. Police sources said the command’s surveillance patrol team, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted a red Toyota Corolla (2010 model) with registration number NEG-35-AE, which had earlier been reported stolen at gunpoint...
Ten arrested over arson, theft in Benue
The Benue State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects in connection with alleged arson and theft in Turan Kindred, Torgov, Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of the state. Police sources said the arrests followed reports that unidentified persons set fire to several houses and stole farm produce belonging to residents of the community. According to the command, three residents—Zaki Joseph Tyodaa, Zaki...
Yilwatda to PDP govs: Join APC or face electoral loss in 2027
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has urged governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to defect to the ruling party or risk losing their political relevance ahead of the 2027 general elections. Yilwatda gave the warning on Saturday in Jalingo while presenting the APC flag to Taraba State Governor,...
Police nab 10 suspects after deadly communal clash in Ebonyi
The Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects in connection with the killing of four persons during a violent clash in Okporojọr Village, Oso Edda Community, in Edda Local Government Area of the state. The incident, which occurred on January 29, is believed to be linked to a long-running land dispute between residents of Oso Edda in Edda LGA...
