Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state, has vowed to apprehend and bring to justice the bandits that attacked and bombed the divisional police station in lpele, Owo council area of the state.

The presidential directive, which wiped out approximately $1.42 billion and N5.57 trillion in outstanding obligations as of December 31, 2024, followed a meticulous reconciliation by the Stakeholder Alignment Committee.

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has given the assurance that the year 2026 will be that of progress and shared responsibility for Nigerian students.

The defection of former Anambra State governor, Mr. Peter Obi, to the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has sparked a sharp exchange between the Presidency and the opposition, with an aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar accusing Aso Rock of panicking ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Nigerian lawyers have raised concerns over the recent annulment of the Nigerian Bar Association’s Section on Public Interest and Development Law, NBA-SPIDEL, electoral process, warning that the development could cast a shadow over preparations for the 2026 NBA general election.

As Nigeria navigated economic reforms, political realignments and the demands of democratic consolidation in 2025, the leadership of the National Assembly came under intense national scrutiny.

Oyo State Government has disclosed that the N30 billion released by the Federal Government, as part of the intervention fund approved for the January 2024 Bodija explosion, in Ibadan, has remained untouched, about two years after the tragic incident.

At least two persons lost their lives while six others sustained varying degrees of injuries in three separate road crashes recorded across major corridors of Lagos State on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2026.

Eight days after the deadly fire outbreak at the Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) building on Lagos Island, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is expected to revisit the scene on Friday, January 2, 2026, barring any last-minute changes.

Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi has charged staff of the Ministry to prepare and embrace the challenges likely to come with 2026.

Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has withdrawn all pending defamation suits instituted by him against several individuals, saying the decision was inspired by a sermon he listened to during a New Year Mass.

By Progress Godfrey ABUJA — Nigeria is set to deepen its participation in the African Continental Free Trade Area, AfCFTA, in 2026, with the Federal Government moving to identify at least one exportable product in each of the country’s 774 local government areas as part of a broader strategy to scale production, boost non-oil exports […]

By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo The Vision Pioneer of Throne Room Trust Ministry, Kafanchan, Apostle Dr. Emmanuel Nuhu Kure, has declared that 2026 will be a defining year of choices, mercy and divine intervention, warning that those who fail to seek God’s mercy may face grave consequences. Apostle Kure made the declaration during a crossover service and […]

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged the Federal Government to prioritise security and citizens’ welfare in 2026, stressing the need for people-centred governance.

By Etop Ekanem Nigeria’s automotive sector is at a critical juncture and requires decisive government intervention to unlock its full potential, according to legal and automotive specialist, Abiola Hunsuwhegbe. In an interview recently, Hunsuwhegbe warned that without targeted support, the industry’s contribution to national GDP will remain marginal and the country will continue to rely heavily […]