US attempts to seize Russian-flagged tanker linked to Venezuela in Atlantic
The United States attempted to seize a Russian-flagged, Venezuela-linked tanker on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, as part of President Donald Trump's aggressive push to dictate oil flows in America's backyard. Having deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, Washington is blockading sanctioned vessels in and out of waters off the South American OPEC member. Two officials told Reuters the U.S. Coast Guard and...
Judge to lawyers: I am unapproachable as Malami, son, wife get ₦500m bail each
Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has warned lawyers and litigants appearing before him not to approach him for favours in the ongoing trial of former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, his wife, Bashir Asabe, and son, Abubakar Abdulaziz. Speaking during Wednesday’s proceedings, Justice Nwite cautioned that his perceived leniency should not be...
SAHCO unveils 2026 strategy, reaffirms commitment to safety, service excellence
Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc has restated its commitment to operational excellence, ethical standards, innovation and sustainable growth as the company reflects on its achievements in 2025 and sets strategic priorities for 2026. In a New Year message issued on behalf of its Board and Executive Management, SAHCO appreciated customers for their continued trust and partnership, noting that customer...
Police arrest 3 kidnappers, rescue 76 children in Kaduna
Police operatives have arrested three suspects and rescued 76 victims following an attempted attack and planned kidnap of children in Kaduna State. The Nigeria Police Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Hundeyin said the arrest and rescue of the victims in Kasuwan Magani area of Kaduna State on January...
Bandits attack National Park Service office in Oyo, kill staff
Suspected bandits have attacked the old National Park Service (NPS) office in Oloka, Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State, killing a yet-to-be-ascertained number of staff. The Conservator of the Park, Tesleem Kareem confirmed the incident on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, saying the bandits attacked the NPS office on Tuesday night. Kareem said service personnel were killed during the attack. “It is...
Trump: I’ll get impeached in November 2026 if…
United States President Donald Trump says Republicans must win the 2026 congressional midterm elections, otherwise he will get impeached by Democrats. Trump said this to Republican lawmakers at a retreat in Washington on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. "You gotta win the midterms cause, if we don't win the midterms, it's just gonna be - I mean, they'll find a reason to...
Fire guts container truck on Lagos bridge
A container truck caught fire on the Ojota Bridge near the Old Toll Gate in Lagos on Wednesday morning, prompting an emergency response from the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority and firefighters. The incident occurred at about 8:24 a.m., and emergency responders were quickly deployed to the scene to extinguish the blaze and manage traffic. Officials said the fire has not...
Regina Daniels undergoes drug test
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has taken a drug test in an effort to clear her name amid widespread speculation and public scrutiny surrounding her personal life, she revealed in an emotional Instagram post on Wednesday. In the video, Daniels said the decision to undergo the test followed months of intense personal struggles and pressure from social media narratives that labelled...
No TB outbreak in Nigerian prisons — FG
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has dismissed reports claiming that custodial centres nationwide have become breeding grounds for tuberculosis (TB), describing such claims as misleading, sensational, and unsupported by verified data. In a statement on Tuesday, the Service’s Public Relations Officer, J.N. Osuji, said while it welcomes responsible media coverage on public health and inmate welfare, it will not tolerate...
‘You can never inherit me’: Portable accuses father of exploitation
Popular Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, fondly called Portable, has accused his father of theft and years of parental neglect. Speaking in a recent Instagram live session, Portable alleged that his father abandoned his responsibilities while he was growing up, leaving him without formal education or any structured vocational training. The singer said he was sent away from Abuja and forced to...
