FG establishes Nigeria House Davos ahead of World Economic Forum 2026
The Federal Government has announced the establishment of Nigeria House Davos ahead of the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026, scheduled to hold from January 19 to 23 in Davos, Switzerland. The initiative marks Nigeria’s first official National House on the Davos Promenade and is aimed at showcasing the country’s economic reforms, investment opportunities, institutional capacity,...
Kano’s silent orchards: How mango production is being killed by sand mining
By Lukman Abdulmalik The orchards that had been rich in fruits in Tassa community in the Dawakin Kudu, Kano State have changed so that it has become a sort of a sad reminder of the earth that is slowly being killed off. Trees that once were green and full of mango fruit now appear as the battered one - skinny and...
Not only Christians, Muslims are also killed in Nigeria — Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said that while Muslims are also victims of violence in Nigeria, Christians remain the primary targets, warning that the United States could carry out further military strikes if attacks on Christians persist. Trump made the remarks in an interview with The New York Times published on Thursday, while responding to questions about a U.S....
Allwell Ademola laid to rest in Lagos
Late Nollywood actress Allwell Ademola has been buried in Lagos following her death at the age of 49. Ademola was said to have died of a heart attack at her residence and was rushed to a hospital, where she was confirmed dead. Her passing sparked an outpouring of grief across the Nollywood industry, where she was widely admired for her talent...
I never declared for presidency – Datti Baba-Ahmed
Former Labour Party vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has denied reports suggesting that he recently declared his intention to contest the presidency, describing such claims as a misrepresentation of his remarks. Baba-Ahmed made the clarification on Friday during an appearance on Channels Television, where he stressed that he has not made any declaration to run for president. “I never declared to contest...
GOCOP condoles with ex-President Chigbo over sister’s death
The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has expressed deep condolences to its immediate past president and publisher of Realnews, Ms. Maureen Chigbo, over the death of her sister, Barrister Nwamaka Mediatrix Chigbo. Barrister Chigbo was reportedly murdered by kidnappers in Abuja on January 5, 2026, a development that has drawn widespread grief and condemnation. In a condolence letter jointly signed...
Family narrowly escapes death as tomato truck crashes on Otedola Bridge
A family narrowly escaped death on Thursday after a mini truck laden with tomatoes lost control and crashed on the Otedola Bridge along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. The accident, which occurred around noon, was reportedly caused by brake failure. Although several vehicles were damaged in the incident, no fatality was recorded. Eyewitnesses said the truck veered off its lane and slammed into vehicles...
Kaduna govt seals 20 illegal health colleges, private hospitals
The Kaduna State government has sealed 20 illegal Colleges of Health Sciences and private hospitals across the state. The Kaduna State Commissioner for Health, Umma Kaltum-Ahmed, announced this on Friday, January 9, 2026. The commissioner said the exercise was part of ongoing efforts to ensure private health institutions complied with established rules and regulations. Kaltum-Ahmed stated that the move aimed to guarantee...
INEC: We’ll rewrite history of Nigeria’s elections in 2027
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says its goal of conducting free, fair, and credible elections that will be a reference point in Africa must be actualised in 2027. The INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, said this while delivering his opening address at the commission’s 2026 Induction and Strategic Retreat organised for its leadership and senior officials in Lagos on...
Man City sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth for £65m
Manchester City have announced the signing of Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth for a reported £65 million ($87 million). City announced this in a statement on Friday. The 26-year-old forward, who has scored 10 Premier League goals this season, signed a five-and-a-half-year deal with the Premier League side. Liverpool, Manchester United, and Tottenham were amongst the other clubs interested in the London-born Ghana...
