NAF destroys Boko Haram structures, logistics hub in Borno
The Nigerian Air Force has carried out airstrikes on Abbagajiri in the Timbuktu Triangle, a known Boko Haram and ISWAP enclave within the Sambisa Forest in Borno State, destroying terrorist structures and concealed logistics facilities while neutralising several insurgents. The operation followed actionable multi-source intelligence confirming the presence and activities of terrorists in the area. Based on the intelligence, NAF...
Chimamanda Adichie alleges negligence over son’s death at Lagos hospital
Renowned author Chimamanda Adichie has disclosed circumstances surrounding the death of her one-year-old son, Nkanu, attributing the tragedy to alleged medical negligence at Euracare Hospital in Lagos. Adichie, in a statement issued on Saturday, January 10, 2026, explained that her family had travelled to Lagos for Christmas when Nkanu fell ill with what initially appeared to be a common cold. She...
Tinubu, Shettima to spend N9.36bn on travels, food in 2026 budget
President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima are set to spend a combined total of N9,364,349,417 on local and foreign travels, as well as food and refreshments in the 2026 fiscal year. The figures were detailed in the 2026 Appropriation Bill released on Thursday by the Budget Office of the Federation. President Tinubu had presented the budget estimate of N58.18...
Presidency responds to KPMG on Nigeria’s new tax laws
The Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee has addressed concerns raised by KPMG, the global advisory services firm, on Nigeria’s recently enacted tax laws, describing much of the firm’s commentary as based on misunderstandings and personal preferences rather than facts. KPM had said there are “errors, inconsistencies, gaps, omissions, and lacunae” in the new tax laws that require urgent...
Loyalty that endured the grave: Man stands by late friend’s family for 14 years
A heartfelt story shared by a social media user, @vee_uncommon, has touched many online as she recounted the extraordinary loyalty shown by her late father’s close friend after his death. According to her account, while many people gradually disappeared after her father’s burial, his best friend remained a steady presence in their lives for 14 years. The two men had shared...
‘Wike cannot impeach Fubara’: Tinubu summons minister over gov’s impeachment plot
President Bola Tinubu has reportedly stepped in once again to address the escalating political crisis in Rivers State, following renewed moves to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. Sources familiar with the development said Tinubu has summoned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over the fresh impeachment threat, with plans underway for a meeting...
Rivers Assembly insists Fubara impeachment process ongoing
The Rivers State House of Assembly has dismissed reports claiming that impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, have been suspended, insisting that the process remains ongoing. The clarification was contained in a press statement issued on Friday and signed by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Hon. Enemi George. According...
Fubara, deputy’s impeachment not suspended ― Rivers Assembly
The Rivers State House of Assembly has dismissed reports claiming that impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, have been halted. The Assembly clarified that the impeachment process remains ongoing following the formal commencement of proceedings on Thursday, January 8, 2026. Lawmakers had initiated the process after the Leader of the House, Major Jack, presented allegations of...
Bullish run continues as stock market records N953bn gain
The Nigerian stock market sustained its upward momentum on Friday, January 9, 2026, gaining N953 billion in market capitalisation as investor confidence remained strong. Market sentiment was boosted by price appreciation in Industrial and Medical Gases, McNicholas, SCOA Nigeria, May and Baker, FTN Cocoa Processors, and 43 other equities. Market capitalisation rose by 0.93 per cent, opening at N102.822 trillion and...
Nestlé assures Nigerians, says infant formula recall doesn’t affect local products
Nestlé Nigeria Plc has declared that its infant formula sold in the country was not included in the precautionary recall announced in some foreign markets. The company said the recall involved specific batches distributed outside Nigeria, and did not affect products manufactured or sold by Nestlé Nigeria. The company’s Corporate Affairs Manager, Toju Egbebi, made this known via a statement issued...
