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(Copyright ElohimTov.com). *NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR WEDNESDAY 21ST JANUARY 2026* *THE NATION* UCL: Jesus scores twice as Arsenal beat Inter Milan UCL: Tottenham beat 10-man Borussia Dortmund 2 - 0 UCL: Bodo/Glimt stun Man City to claim first win over English side Court summons Agodi Correctional doctor over Auxillary's health status FCT doctors commend Wike over payment of 13-month hazard allowance, wages We know those who won't fly PDP flag in 2027 - Turaki Fed Govt opens bilingual school in Kano NASC confirms Emmanuel Odo as Clerk Senate, appoints Ibrahim Sidi as House Ag Clerk I'm bigger than Fela, Wizkid replies Seun Kuti Jubilations as Alaafin moves to ancient palace Four injured as building collapses in Ondo FRSC redeploys senior officers to key command units nationwide Okpebholo warns contractors on delay in project execution Over 70 bandits neutralised as Kaduna communities hail military onslaught, govt 'I didn't know where I was running to' - Witness recalls Apapadiesel-laden tanker accident Okpebholo ends years of neglect at Oredo Girls Secondary School FRSC rescues 17 children from suspected trafficker in Abuja *PUNCH* PDP crisis: Court dimisses Anyanwu's suit Masari's ex-CoS dumps APC for ADC in Katsina Fashola calls for proper briefing before ambassadors posting COAS promises continous deployment of troops to Plateau Give tax reforms human face, Catholic bishops tell FG Oil resumption: HYPREP equips Ogoni youths with mechatronics skills Africa's future depends on sustained youth investment -IITA DG Businesswoman Achimugu kicks as EFCC seeks $13m forfeiture LASG educates civil servants on pension Lagos warns against use of unsafe water LASIEC reaffirms commitment to poll transparency Monarch urges Abia to rehabilitate community school, health centre Real estate mogul partners Imo on free healthcare Aba women's riot: NGO seeks 50-50 gender representation Enugu-Onitsha road ready in April, says Umahi Firm, Enugu lock horns over alleged seized property Rights group begs FG to rescue Nigerians trafficked to Myanmar Anambra community indigenes accuse oil firm of neglect APC national spokesman, Amaechi faction clash over Fubara FG eyes $74bn GDP contribution from livestock sector Ohanaeze Ndigbo, bishops plan prayers for S'East Ekiti poll: INEC warns against hate campaign 2027: PDP leaders consult ex-VP Sambo over party crisis AbdulRazaq orders Kwara poly closure over students' protest US Mission mourns heroic Imam who sheltered Christians Five soldiers, policeman killed in Zamfara ambush Court orders inclusion of ADC candidates in FCT poll Air chief seeks swift delivery of Italian fighter jets EFCC arraigns NRS official for alleged N336m fraud 128 drug barons arrested, transnational trafficking ring busted - Marwa Anambra community gets new monarch after 11-year hiatus *LEADERSHIP* Foundation Win Niger Delta Humanitarian Personality Of The Year Court Adjourns Trial Of Anthony Joshua's Driver To February 25 Police Arrest 6 Suspected Armed Robbers, Recover 2 Motorcycles, Others In Bauchi Spain Observes 3 Days Of Mourning After Deadly High-speed Train Collision Kills 41 US Ambassador Richard Mills Concludes Tenure As Envoy To Nigeria Nollywood Actress Sarah Martins Hospitalised After Sudden Collapse Foundation Win Niger Delta Humanitarian Personality Of The Year Court Adjourns Trial Of Anthony Joshua's Driver To February 25 Foundation Win Niger Delta Humanitarian Personality Of The Year Court Adjourns Trial Of Anthony Joshua's Driver To February 25 Police Arrest 6 Suspected Armed Robbers, Recover 2 Motorcycles, Others In Bauchi Spain Observes 3 Days Of Mourning After Deadly High-speed Train Collision Kills 41 US Ambassador Richard Mills Concludes Tenure As Envoy To Nigeria Nollywood Actress Sarah Martins Hospitalised After Sudden Collapse Lake Chad Not Shrinking, Farmers Only Need Irrigation - US Professor 2027: NNPP Will Win Kano With Or Without Governor Yusuf — Party Chieftain Ex-Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke Appears In London Court Over £100,000 Bribery Case China Confirms Invite To Join Trump's 'Board Of Peace' Why Governor Yusuf's Planned Defection To APC Seems Difficult — Senator Sani NFF Clarifies Why Super Eagles Missed AFCON Bronze Medal Presentation THINGS REMEMBERED: Argungu Fishing Festival: Still Making Waves After 91 Years JUST-IN: Troops Arrest 3 ISWAP Recruitment Agents In Borno APC Chieftain Ajiboye Defends Tinubu's Reforms, Describes Opposition As 'Bitter' Federal Government Rolls Out 2026 Technical College Admissions 'What I Discussed With Tinubu', Kano Governor Breaks Silence On Aso Rock Visit 2027: Why Zoning Is Imperative In Nasarawa, Says Governor Sule HOW I OVERCAME: After Deportation, I Started Afresh Federal Gov't Opens Admission To Technical Colleges WASA Bridges Gap Between Military, Civilians - Commander Mutfwang Swears In Sharia Appeal Court Acting Grand Kadi 'It's Great Stupidity', Trump Blasts UK Over Chagos Islands Deal Radda Empowers Over 900 Adolescent Girls In Katsina CAF Snubs Bassey, Names Osimhen, Lookman In AFCON 2025 Best XI Al-Qalam University To Graduate 1,109 Students At 17th Convocation Radio Benue Staff Protest Salary Deductions FIFA Announces Line-up For Expanded FIFA Series 2026 WEF 2026: VP Shettima Commissions First-ever Nigerian Pavillion In Davos Troops Kill Terrorists Leader Munzir, Arrest 34 Others In Borno *THE SUN* Police refute reports of machete attack deaths in Cross River Six students die in boat mishap in Benue FRSC intercepts suspected child trafficking operation in Abuja Shake up in FRSC as corps deploys over 15 officers Crude theft: No more pipeline vandalism in Niger Delta but.... - GOC Urban renewal: Abia govt hands Umuahia landlords 4 weeks ultimatum to give buildings facelift Amnesty demands release of detained Ogun pastor NHRC condemns brutal murder of woman, six children in Kano Fire guts phone shops in Computer Village Oyetola inaugurates NSC Council Governing Board, charges members on accountability Kaduna community insists members were kidnapped as list of 177 abductees emerges Senator Katung champions digital inclusion in constituency; trains 1,000 women, girls on ICT  NAOSS lauds Gov Abiodun for fulfilling pledge to outstanding MAPOLY graduates Osun govt trains 100 graduates, undergraduates on network system installation Father of suspected killer of Kano mother, six kids calls for his death Madu makes Forbes '30 Under 30 Finance' list Ziphion Chrysanthus marks birthday, celebrates record of public service VCN Retreat Targets Food Security for 200 Million Nigerians, GDP Growth via Livestock Value Chain Sokoto begins sensitisation on Proof of Address as Nasarawa, Kogi approve adoption Weeldrop Petroleum Expands Footprint in Ibadan, Commissions Jericho Branch *VANGUARD* Wizkid breaks silence, fires back at Seun Kuti amid online feud Sanwo-Olus aides impound bullion van, arrest driver for driving against traffic IPOB holds pro-Trump rally in Southeast, calls for Kanus release APC pledges hitch-free membership registration, targets 350,000 supporters in Oyo Abuja doctors get 13-month hazard allowance, wage award, pledge enhanced services Edo Government arrests pastor for alleged sexual abuse of minors Itsekiri Youths again take protest to INEC over Ward delineation Updated: Family friend dismisses reports Iya Oge of Lagos, Opral Benson is missing Warner hits Sinners and One Battle tipped for Oscar nominations Wives of Amotekun officials seek Oonis intervention over detained husbands Atiku warns against attacks on him, Obi, says only APC Urban Bandits benefit Kwara monarchs son freed after 20m ransom, father and others still captive Works Ministry explains N500m training and equipment budget for artisans Clarivo Oil plans world-class refinery in Nigeria CEO, Obidike Kaduna: Bandits abduct two mothers, son; demand N150m ransom Fashola, Idris, others outline steps to improve Nigerias reputation Soludo celebrates Anyaoku at 93 Forgiving terrorists violates constitution Adeyanju APC urges youths to be peace agent, shun negative comments Police drag two to court over N11m cable theft in Osun Session stalled as ex-Oyo NURTW chair, Auxiliary, collapses during court proceeding Over 70 bandits killed as Southern Kaduna communities laud military, Governor Uba Sani Ekiti 2026: APC, ADC react as INEC lifts campaign ban Benue Assembly passes bill for establishment of widows commission Suspected jihadist attack kills 31 civilians in Niger FCT Council Poll: Court orders INEC to recognise David Mark-led ADC list Kaduna abduction, horrific Rep Moore 172 kidnapped in Kaduna: Rights Group accuses soldiers of blocking access to Kaduna community 172 kidnapped in Kaduna: Time to stop insecurity is now Peter Obi Treat terrorists as criminals, Gov Mutfwang urges military Top 10 busiest airports in Africa LekkiEpe Expressway rehab begins Jan 25, Lagos Govt announces traffic diversion Many trapped as two-storey building under construction collapses in Ondo Ondo judicial workers suspend 2-week strike over autonomy, improved welfare Suspension: Ondo ADC chairman threatens lawsuit, seeks reinstatement Chelsea boss keen to build winning ties with world-class Fernandez Student commits suicide amid alleged gambling loss, indebtednes Olubadan, Alaafin feud unimpressive Sunday Igboho My sons SUV is missing Destiny Boys father cries out Family declares 90-yr-old Opral Benson, Iya Oge of Lagos, missing EFCC arraigns Momphas associate over alleged N206m fraud 2026 WC: 17 teams disqualified from major tournaments as Senegal faces possible sanction LEA records 77,792 arrests, seizes 14.8m kilograms of drugs in 5 years Marwa Lagos to begin Lekki-Epe Road rehabilitation January 25 Anthony Joshuas family questions if drivers trial over crash worth it SSANU urges FG to conclude talks with non-teaching varsity unions PDP crisis: Court dismisses Anyanwus suit against INEC, others Top 10 small nations with world-class transport systems Rivers: Fresh crisis rocks APC as Emeka Beke faction calls for natl spokesmans sack Meet Nwajagu Samuel, first African to win Mister International beauty pageant Boat mishap claims lives of six students in Benue, others missing UNILAG graduates 3,136 students across three faculties Greenland row:Macron proposes meeting with G7 plus Russia, Denmark How we achieved Zero pipeline vandalism in 12 months in Niger Delta Army Commander COAS reaffirms armys commitment to peace, security in Plateau 7 changes expected in Android phones in 2026 2026 Ballon dOr power rankings: Kane, Haaland, Mbappe among early front-runners Salah returns to Liverpool training after AFCON UK defends Chagos deal after Trump accuses London of great stupidity *THISDAY* PDP: Court Dismisses Anyanwus Suit Seeking Recognition as National Secretary Nigerias Poor Reputation Rating Is Not a Verdict, Its a Call to Action, Says Idris Army Chief Visits Plateau, Reaffirms Commitment to Peace, Security. FG Moves to Strengthen National Policy on Drought, Desertification Just In: 300 Level Student Commits Suicide in Niger Buni-Led APC Conflict Resolution Committee Vows to Resolve Conflicts Within Party Lagos to Begin Lekki-Epe Road Rehabilitation Jan 25 Federal Fire Service Warns Against Electrical Overloading, Raises Alarm Over Surge-related Fire Outbreaks Moroccos King Mohammed VI accepts invitation to join US-led Peace Board Frank: Conferment of GCON on Chagoury Sends Troubling Message About Nigerias National Value Firm Petitions FG over Alleged Invasion, Theftof Lithium KAGOTE Pushes for Improved Educational Standard in Ogoni Significance of FCT Civil Service Commission in Nigerias Administrative History New HorizonsEmpowersAlmajiris with Technical Skills Rivers Crisis: Cleric Calls on Wike, Fubara to Sheathe Swords PDP Embarks on Grassroots Mobilisation, Receives Defectors in Kogi Seen Everywhere, Trusted Nowhere: Expose on Nigerias Global Image Crisis PR Firm Unveils New Integrated MarComms Platform for CEOs Online Casino Guide:WorldsLargestCasinos & Digital Play Troops Frustrate Planned Attacks, Clear Terrorist Hideouts Amid Defection Rumour, Kano Gov Yusuf Meets Tinubu at State House Alpha and Jam Africa Unveil Olympia, Lagos Largest Mixed-Format Billboard For Afolabi Peter Akerele, A Tribute Rekhiat Momoh Concludes Transformative Tenure at Eko DisCo Lagos CJFrees 18 Inmates in Decongestion Exercise Gencos Lose N2.28tn in Capacity Payments Amid Massive Stranded Power TCN Seeks Lagos Collaboration to Protect Transmission Facilities NUPRC Eulogises Ex-PENGASSAN Leader on 20th Remembrance Stock Market Commerces Week on Negative Note as Market Cap Decline by N11bn CRC Credit Bureau, KWASUMOU Targets Youth Employability, Knowledge Gap Bankfields Hosts End-of-Year Innovation Event Etim Gets NACCIMAs Upstream Oil&Gas Trade Group Appointment NDU Dept Inducts Pioneer Set into Building Institute Afolabi Hails Customs CG on His Birthday The Importance Of Kashim Shettima Big Leap for Super Eagles in FIFA Ranking After Brilliant AFCON in Morocco CAF Warns their Will be Consequences for Bad Behaviours During AFCON Final Ekong on Verge of Switch to Qatars Al Ahli Fubara Pledges Rivers Govts Support for Port Harcourt Polo Tournament Finalists Emerge in NOGIG 2026 Football Event IMF: Nigerias Macroeconomic Reforms Beginning to Yield Results Musa: Terrorists Dont Respect Peace Deals, Its Counterproductive to National Security Shettima: Nigeria House, Davos, Reflects Nations Renewed Resolve to Contribute to Global Economic Conversations CPPE: Changes in CPI Computing Methodology Raises Credibility Concerns over December Inflation Data Amid Defection Claim, Yusuf Meets Tinubu NiMet Predicts Three Days Dust Haze, Thunderstorms Across Nigeria Legendary Italian Fashion Designer, Valentino Garavani Dies at Age 93 Oil Exploration: Anambra Community Protests Environmental Degradation, Lack of Amenities, Seek Urgent Help Tinubu Rejoices with Alake on Re-election as Africa Minerals Strategic Group Chairman NCC Begins Stakeholders Consultations on Nigerias Digital Future NSE Offers Thanksgiving, Seeks Divine Guidance for New President Future Union Qatar Signs Landmark $2bn LNG Investment MOU in Nigeria Blue Economy: Ex-Katsina State Gov Shema, 10 Others Inaugurated into Board of Nigerian Shippers Council Protesting Contractors Obstruct Ministers Access to Office NAPTIP Vows Tough Crackdown on Traffickers in 2026 as 93 Convicted in 2025 Sanwo-Olu Signs Lagos States N4.4trn 2026 Budget into Law Trump Links Greenland Threat to Nobel Peace Prize Snub FG Targets Housing Deficit with Land Reforms, Rolls Out New National Housing Strategy Ndokwa Youth Leaders Back Okowa to Purchase Senate Forms *DAILY TRUST* Ex-Kano deputy gov: Islamic principles can solve Nigerias challenges 6 students drown in Benue boat mishap Ex-NMDC Boss, 3 others arraigned over alleged N100m contract scam Ex-Minister Diezani appears before London court over 100,000 bribe Finance Minister: Were hoping to rely less on borrowing $13m fraud: Court rules on EFCCs final forfeiture request Chief Imam of Ilorin laid to rest amid tears Face of Africa 2026: Gov Lawal Accepts Leadership Nomination Court adjourns trial of Anthony Joshuas driver River Park: Court strikes out criminal charges against Ghanaian investors, lawyer Firefighter injured as blaze ravages Ikeja computer village What Gov Yusuf discussed with Tinubu Aide 1 Killed, 8 injured during masquerade display in Rivers Niger varsity student found dead Obasanjo visits Babangida amid 2027 speculations NIGERIA DAILY: Not Too Young To Run: Youth, Power And Nigerias Fourth Republic No One Was Kidnapped In Kajuru Police Commissioner, Council Chairman Halilu Rallies NASENI Workforce, Charts Bold Innovation Path for 2026 Tanker diesel spill causes commotion in Lagos Cybercrime against Tinubu: Sowore, re-arraigned, trial for Jan 22 Troops clear terrorist camps, thwart drone attacks in Borno Fani-Kayode: Sokoto Airstrike not Based on Intelligence from Onitsha trader DSS picks up Malami after release from Kuje Prison A new path to democracy Kano killing: Suspects father demands sons execution Tinubu clears path for Gov Yusufs defection Kaduna residents, CAN confirm 160 kidnapped; police, govt deny incident Schools, offices shut as FCTA workers begin strike Tinubus GCON award to associate, Chagoury, draws flak NAF airstrikes kill 50 bandits in KatsinaKano axis Omission of Shettimas picture on APC poster causes uproar Ekiti governorship: INEC excludes PDP candidate from final list 60 years without the Sardauna: An open letter to Sir Ahmadu Bello My first and last conversation with late Yakubu Mohammed The new FG/ASUU pact must not fail Tribute to Sir Ahmadu Bello, Sardaunan Sokoto, Premier of Northern Region Insecurity: Concerns in FCT council over influx of non-indigenes Economic conditions force FCT residents to skip meals FCTA removes 607 beggars, others from Abuja streets Trump demands $1bn fee for Board of Peace permanent membership Israel PM rejects Turkish, Qatari soldiers in Gaza force Death toll from floods rises in Mozambique, South Africa Cocoa beans, urea, others lead as non-oil exports hit $6.1bn in 2025 Explainer: What capital threshold review means for market operators FG to bridge housing deficit with local materials Energy, transportation costs weaken disinflation trend Experts IMF raises Nigerias economic growth to 4.4% Customs seizes four live Pangolins in Ogun Dangote unveils strategy to drive Africas industrial devt Criminalise fuel scooping, NOA tells National Assembly MDAs exclude local engineers from projects worth trillions NSE Nexford secures double partnerships in Nigeria Coach Chelle has done exceedingly well- Gusau NSC hails Oyedeji on election as World Olympians Association Secretary General Iwundus brace sinks Kun Khalifat in rescheduled NPFL match Centurion Djokovic romps to Melbourne win as Swiatek, Gauff move on Tottenhams Frank vows to fight on as problems mount Gauff overcomes wobble in winning start *NEW TELEGRAPH* 2027 Presidency: Jonathan, Others Free To Contest PDP Rotarian Ijeoma Okoro Wins 2026 Martin Luther King Legacy Award FCT Resident Doctors Commend Wike For Payment Of 13 Months Hazard Allowance CFG Advisory Calls For Downward Review Of 2026 Budget Edo Kidnap Victims: Seven Regain Freedom After Ransom Payment Osolo Stool Legal Battle: Hearing Resumes February 6 As Fresh Applications Surface Gov. Mbah Approves Immediate Fencing Of ESUT Abiodun Commissions Wole Soyinka Train Station Road Oluwo Threatens To Arrest Facebook User Over Falsehood Students Protest: Kwara Poly Shut Over NYSC Camp Location APC Commends Oborevworis Infrastructure Drive, Hails Purposeful Leadership In Delta Processing Of Teachers Letters Of Appointment Ongoing Adelekes Spokesperson Nasarawa Speaker Appoints 29 Additional Aides, Charges Them To Work Hard DHQ: We Consider Media As Partners, Not Adversaries Zichis Agro Allied Industries Lists O NGX Growth Board, Outlines Expansion Plans Nigeria, Denmark To Partner On Blue Economy Port Police Commissioner Charges Officers To Protect Lives, Port Environment Osun: Court Directs Police To Ensure Cleric, Sons Appearance Over Alleged Libel Soludo Congratulates Anyaoku At 93rd Birthday Lagos Taskforce Impounds 134 Commercial Motorcycles Weeldrop Petroleum Expands Footprint In Ibadan, Commissions Jericho Branch APC Chieftain Hails Okpebholos Security Proactiveness FG Calls For 30% Value Addition On Cashew Products Before Export 300 MMscfd ANOH Gas Project Achieves First Gas Seplat 2027: Zoning Will Promote Fairness, Inclusion, Lasting Peace Sule Rivers Police Arrest Lawyer For Allegedly Opening Fire At Masquerade Parade APC Conflict Resolution Cttee: Buni Warns Members Against Personal Interests Mutfwang Reaffirms Commitment To Peace, Devt Alleged Sale Of GRA Land: Arabambi An Attention-Seeking Blackmailer Ogun Govt Argungu Fishing Festivals Fever Catches On As High-Level Contacts Take Centre Stage UBA Foundation Deepens Pan-African Impact, Delivers Continent-Wide Aid To Vulnerable Communities Trump To Meet Global CEOs, Business Leaders In Davos GOC: Intensified Operations Have Ensured 2.2m Daily Oil Production MSport 2026: New Features, Real Winners, Why MSport Is Africas Biggest Sports Betting Platform Governing Revenue: Ahmed Aliyus Institutional Approach To Fiscal Reform In Sokoto Al-Hikmah Varsitys Founder, Oladimeji Mourns Ilorin Chief Imam UBA Foundation Deepens Pan-African Impact, Delivers Continent-Wide Aid To Vulnerable Communities Sultan Declares Tuesday As First Day Of Shaaban 1447 AH Medical Professionals Working Abroad Among 649 Employed In Abia Osun 2026: Clerics Warn Residents Against Vote Buying, Urge PVC Collection Ondo ADC Chairman Threatens Lawsuit, Seeks Reinstatement DSS Arrests Malami After Release From Kuje Prison Diezani In Court For 100,000 Bribery Trial UBA Foundation Deepens Pan-African Impact, Delivers Continent-Wide Aid To Vulnerable Communities Flyover Projects: Oborevwori Audacious, Workaholic Governor For Deltans Izeze Owa Of Igbajo Appeals To Adeleke Over Proposed Demotion Of Traditional Rule UBA Foundation Deepens Pan-African Impact, Delivers Continent-Wide Aid To Vulnerable Communities Sokoto Govt Presents 23 Toyota Jeeps To LG Chairmen NAHCON Chairman Concludes Second Pre-Hajj Visit To Saudi Arabia Late Ilorin Chief Imam, Pious Man: Sheikh Sholagberu UBA Foundation Deepens Pan-African Impact, Delivers Continent-Wide Aid To Vulnerable Communities Kebbi Investment Agency Unveils Strategies For Argungu Fishing Festival Kaduna Police Debunk Mass Abduction Of Worshippers Harcher Celebrates One Year With 26-Track Afrobeats Playlist Destination Branding: How Sanwo-Olu Turned Lagos Into Nigerias Festive Capital Dangote Maps Path For 2030 Africas Economic Growth UBA Foundation Deepens Pan-African Impact, Delivers Continent-Wide Aid To Vulnerable Communities Gov Inuwa Urges Peace, Forgiveness As Tangale Community Pays Solidarity Visit APC E-Registration Intensifies In Enugu As Nomeh Ward Flags Off Exercise *BLUE PRINT* Anthony Joshuas kicks against prosecution of driver weeks after fatal crash Why I dont smoke Singer Oxlade Breaking: AbdulRazaq shuts down Kwara school as students protest boils over Tinubus consistency defined Nigerias impact at ADSW, says Onuigbo NFF speaks on Chelles contract Rotary Raises Funds to to Strengthen Humanitarian Interventions Ex-Minister Diezani appears in UK Court over 100,000 bribery Rivers TUC demands increased minimum wage Okpebholo embracing critics who once worked against him Shaba Shaykh Solihs knowledge of Quran inspired countless Muslims Sultan Imam Bashir was a unifier, say Miyyeti Allah, KWASU VC, others Ibeto sabotaging Ebonyis bid to revive Nigercem Commissioner Bida Bariki festival: FG, Niger government team up on elevation of cultural event UEFA Champions League: Osimhencan play against AtleticoMadrid Coach Gumel welcomes Oyedeji into IOC Nigeria tackles Algeria in Rwanda as2025 African Handball championship kicks off NFF peaks on Chelles contract AFCON:Chellevows Super Eagleswill be crowned champions in 2027 Commonwealth Games to gulp N4.2bn from NSCs N203bn budget PDP leadership tussle: Court dismisses Anyanwus suit Lagos firefighters avert disaster as midnight blaze hits Ikeja phone market FG pledges to fund local research, vaccines, disease epidemiology Accident: Head-on collision claims 11 lives onBenin-Agbor roadin Edo Delta: Gov Oborevwori flags off construction of Uromi Junction flyover Fire guts popular market in Lagos Igoche Mark feliciates with Olumide Oyedeji for WOA historic feat 2025 AFCON: Not Morocco, Senegal, Yaya Toure names most impressive team Portable regains freedom from prison Anthony Joshuas driver granted bail UEFA Champions League: Victor Osimhen ready for Atletico Madrid clash Buruk UK weighs social media ban for under-16s Destiny Boy: Father seeks help over missing SUV after singers death AFCON 2025: Why players should imitate Mane Oliseh Transfer: Arsenals Nwaneri set for loan move La Liga: Nigerias Akor Adam strikes twice on 2025 AFCON return as Sevilla down Elche Etoo backs Senegal coach, hails Mane after chaotic AFCON 2025 final Interior minister pays surprise visit, slams NIS officers for passport delays Ododo, COAS unveil security drones in Kogi, warn criminal elements NSCDC decorates 402 newly promoted officers, prosecutes 50 illegal miners 2027: Why I dumped PDP for APC Jiba Local equities open negative, shed N11bn How 2026 will shape 2027 for Governor Uba Sani Halt the trend of illegal asset acquisition 2027: Can the ADC afford a wolf politician A perspective on the defection of Atikus son Why hasnt Uzodimma employed a single teacher in six years The war against poverty Trumps withdrawal from global climate governance: Symptoms of moral, systemic failure COAS to troops: Addressing security challenges on the Plateau critical to national stability No one kidnapped in Kajuru Kaduna Police commissioner, LG chair NCC unveils spectrum roadmap to support 1trillion dollar economy Tarabans commend Jalingo orthopaedic hospital CMD for prudence, patients safety Sanwo-Olu signs N4.4trn Lagos 2026 budget into law Defection: Kano governor in closed-door meeting with Tinubu as APC chair explains delay in e-registration Police fault claim as CAN insists over 163 abducted during Church service in Kaduna Alleged breach: Speaker approved Fubaras 15 SAs before Rivers crisis Aide Tinubu support group honours Lawan with distinguished service award Enugu: Police foil kidnap attempt, neutralise suspect, recover rifle FG opens applications, reaffirms commitment to free technical education *GUARDIAN* Kano govt to prosecute suspected killers of housewife, six children NEDC trains ophthalmic nurses, doctors, optometrists to boost eye care Chief Imam of Ilorin dies at 75 Zamfara APC chieftain raises concerns over membership e-registration LASTMA, Fire Service avert fire disaster after tanker accident in Apapa Former Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby to deliver lecture at ABU 2027: Aborisade, Oyo ADC leaders urge cohesion to capture governorship seat Tribute to Dr Alexander Aristotelis Thomopulos Court adjourns Anyanwus N550m defamation suit against Ohakim to March 17 Cyberbullying: Police drag Ogun govs critic, Onajobi, to court, begin manhunt for her Poverty of prestige: Why Nigerian alumni must trade nostalgia for economic development Appeal Court president holds special sitting in Lagos, lists 16 panels to tackle 360 backlog cases NCC unveils spectrum roadmap to power Nigerias $1tr digital economy Army refutes mutiny threat over soldiers salaries APC youth warn Tinubu against dropping Shettima ahead of 2027 Enugu-Onitsha highway: FG confident on April 28 deadline, praises MTN work CPPE charges NBS on CPI data credibility to build confidence Harry arrives at London court for battle against UK newspaper Sowores trial for alleged cyberstalking of Tinubu set for Jan 22 Julio Iglesias challenges abuse case, says Spain has no jurisdiction *THE AUTHORITY* Benue Assembly urges taskforce to regulate boat operations on river Buruku APC targets 1m members in Jigawa e-registration Three fire outbreaks destroy N650m property in FCT Fire Service FCT Election: 17 parties battle ready as INEC kick starts PVC distribution ADC: Those insulting me, Obi working for APC Atiku 6 Division records zero pipeline vandalism, boosts Nigerias oil production to 2.2mbpd Police in Abuja raid hotspots, recover armoured cable worth N31.1m Aiyedatiwa promises continuous skill acquisition programmes to create jobs Bus driver allegedly kills lover in Benin Treat terrorists as criminals, Mutfwang urges the military SSANU urges FG to conclude talks with non-teaching varsity unions NAF air strikes destroy terrorist boats, neutralise fighters in Kukawa riverine Anthony Joshua: Driver granted N5m bail as trial resumes on February 25 MPB Chairman calls for renewed support for retired military personnel Alliance Throws Weight Behind Nwajubas Presidential Bid Timi Frank knocks GCON for Chagoury, warns of state-sanctioned impunity Rivers NYSC coordinator tasks collaborating agencies with diligence Troops arrest three suspected ISWAP recruitment agents in Banki How ex-AGF Malamis alleged links to terrorists made DSS arrest him after release from Kuje prison Police, LGA boss deny kidnap of over 170 worshippers in Kaduna churches Yusuf visits Tinubu, seeks support for security, mega projects Abia Govt to begin construction of Civil Service Housing Estate in Umuahia Kidnapping of 163 Worshippers: PDP accuses Tinubu of security failure Contractors barricade Ministry of Finance protesting over unpaid executed jobs Ex-Senate President honoured with award of excellence Oyetola charges Shippers Council Governing Board members on accountability, sectoral reform *SAHARA REPORTER* BREAKING: Nigerian Army Directs All Personnel To Submit NINs For Tax Exemption Amid Tinubus Reforms EXCLUSIVE: How 26 Pro-Wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350Million Each For Constituency Projects Never Executed EXCLUSIVE: Were Treated Like Slaves: Nigerian Army Trainers At NATRAC Kontagora Allege Starvation, Poor Living Conditions, Withheld Allowances EXCLUSIVE: Full List Of REC, HODs, 27 Electoral Officers Sponsored By Imo Gov Uzodimma On Jerusalem Pilgrimage DSS Detains Ogun Pastor 'Over Campaign For Good Roads' As Governor Abiodun Clamps Down On Critics BREAKING: Terrorists Kill Five Nigerian Soldiers, One Police Inspector In Zamfara Ambush, Others Injured BREAKING: Governor Hope Uzodimma Sponsors Imo REC, 27 Electoral Officers On Pilgrimage To Jerusalem BREAKING: Former Attorney-General Malami Finally Surrenders To DSS After Days Of Standoff At Kuje Prison BREAKING: Ilorin Chief Imam, Sheikh Bashir Soliu, Dies At 75 EXCLUSIVE: IGPs Son, Victor Egbetokun, Accused Of Receiving N100Million From Anambra Security Vote Amid Rising Insecurity BREAKING: Bandits Kidnap More Than 100 Churchgoers In Kaduna Community BREAKING: Nigerian Army Dismisses Soldier For Allegedly Leaking Video Of Deadly Boko Haram IED Attack In Borno BREAKING: Nigerian Govt Amends Cyberbullying Charges Against Sowore For Calling Tinubu Criminal, Removes Meta, X As Defendants Nigerian Soldiers Warn Of Impending Mutiny Over Poor Salaries, Non-Payment Of Allowances EXCLUSIVE: DSS Rearrests Malamis Son At Kuje Prison After Attempt To Sneak Him Out Amid Former AGFs Refusal To Leave Police Told Me I Wasnt Coming Back Soon: Journalist Detained For Months Over Reports On Nigerian Lawmaker, Chinedu Ogah How Unverified Claims From Onitsha Screwdriver Seller Influenced Trumps Claims On Christian Genocide, US Airstrikes In Nigeria BREAKING: Nigerian Govt Charges Senior Advocate Ozekhome With Fraud, Forgery Over Late Gen. Usenis London Property EFCC To Write Swiss School, Other Parties In Probe Of Ex-NMDPRA Boss, Farouk Ahmed BREAKING: Qatar Airways Flight Makes Emergency Landing In Lagos Over Oxygen System Fault Documents Reveal Sokoto Lawmakers Spent N4.6billion On Vehicle Purchases Amid Widespread Insecurity APC Fixes N30million For Ebonyi Council Chairmanship Form, More Than Four-Year Salaries EXCLUSIVE: Ex-AGF Malami Quietly Returns To Court After Surety Moves To Pull Out, Seeks Judges Help To Leave Kuje Prison Nigerian Sports Commission Budgets N2.1billion In 2026 To Organise Sports Festival Already Held In Ogun Terrorists Demand N20million Ransom For Kwara Trader, Threaten To Kill Woman If 'Deadline' Is Missed BREAKING: Supreme Court Affirms Conviction Of Ex-Jigawa Governor Lamido's Son In $40,000 Undeclared Cash Case BREAKING: Four Rivers Assembly Lawmakers Reverse Call For Reconciliation, Insist Impeachment Process Against Gov Fubara, Deputy Must Continue Retired Kogi Judges Cry Out Over Years Of Govt Neglect, Urge Immediate Payment Of Entitlements BREAKING: Gunmen Ambush Nigerian Police Patrol Vehicle, Kill Two Officers In Enugu BREAKING: Ex-Attorney-General Abubakar Malami Meets Bail Conditions, Refuses To Leave Kuje Prison Over Fear Of DSS Rearrest BREAKING: Nigerian Govt Withdraws Second Criminal Defamation Case Against Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, Court Strikes Out Charges *PREMIUM TIMES* Audit firm responds to Osun govts rebuttal of N13.7 billion payroll fraud report, shares more findings Katsina govt empowers 14,450 women across Katsina State Governor Radda flags off distribution of 1,100 motorcycles Journalist sues FCT police, Ebonyi lawmaker for unlawful detention, seeks N150m damages Abiodun commissions Wole Soyinka Train Station Road, set to inaugurate 20 more roads Ekiti 2026: INEC lifts ban on public campaigns, urges parties to shun hate-speech Fatal Accident: Court reschedules trial of Anthony Joshuas driver Why leadership feels unfamiliar, and how we reclaim it, 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