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Judiciary

January 5, 2026

Ondo Judiciary Paralyzed as Magistrates, Customary Court Heads Embark on Indefinite Strike

Judicial activities across Ondo State came to a standstill on Monday as magistrates, presidents of Grade ‘A’ customary courts, and legal research officers commenced an indefinite strike over unresolved demands for judicial autonomy and improved welfare. The strike was

Politics

January 5, 2026

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde Names New SSG, Announces Key Cabinet Changes

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced new appointments in his ongoing cabinet reshuffle, including the removal of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Olanike Adeyemo. A statement released on Monday by the Governor’s Special Adviser on

Politics

January 5, 2026

Four Anambra Lawmakers, LP Members Defect to ADC Following Peter Obi’s Move

Four members of the Anambra State House of Assembly, along with several other members of the Labour Party (LP) loyal to former presidential candidate Peter Obi, have formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The announcement was made on

Politics

January 5, 2026

Rivers Deputy Governor defects to APC, mobilises support for Tinubu, Fubara

The Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, has formally defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), completing her party registration in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area (ONELGA). Prof. Odu registered as a member of the ruling party

Sports

January 5, 2026

EPL: Ferdinand knocks Man United for passing on Osimhen

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has criticised his former club for what he described as costly transfer mistakes, insisting that the Red Devils should have signed Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen. Ferdinand’s comments followed United’s 1-1 draw away

Politics

January 5, 2026

Gumi alleges plot to label him Boko Haram member, faults foreign military

Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has alleged that he was once marked for elimination after being falsely identified as a member of the Boko Haram terrorist group. Gumi made the claim in a video message shared on his

Ondo Judiciary Paralyzed as Magistrates, Customary Court Heads Embark on Indefinite Strike

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde Names New SSG, Announces Key Cabinet Changes

Four Anambra Lawmakers, LP Members Defect to ADC Following Peter Obi’s Move

Rivers Deputy Governor defects to APC, mobilises support for Tinubu, Fubara

EPL: Ferdinand knocks Man United for passing on Osimhen

Gumi alleges plot to label him Boko Haram member, faults foreign military

Kwara approves cash backing for 2025 TESCOM promotions

World Bank approves $1.25bn loan for Nigeria amid

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Oshiomhole: Senate to scrutinise Tinubu’s fresh $20.5bn loan

INEC uncovers officers behind irregularities in voters’ register

Rufai Oseni tackles Tinubu over fresh $20.5bn loan

How Rauf Aregbesola Sparked Nigeria’s Sukuk Revolution-

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