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Former Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has said that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is far better positioned than former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, to emerge as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Party through a party convention. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Thursday, Baba-Ahmed explained that recent comments attributed to Dr Umar Ardo, Convener of the Northern League of Patriots and Democratic Leaders, were not meant to suggest that Obi should not contest the presidency, but rather to highlight the challenges he may face within the conventional party nomination process. According to…

Air Peace has confirmed that a bird strike disrupted its Lagos-Port Harcourt flight on Thursday, forcing operational adjustments to ensure passenger safety. In a statement issued on Thursday, the airline explained that the incident occurred when the aircraft landed at the Port Harcourt International Airport. As a result, mandatory safety inspections were carried out on the affected aircraft, while an alternative plane was deployed to operate subsequent flights on the route. Spokesperson of the airline, Osifo-Whiskey Efe, said the company regretted the inconvenience caused to passengers and was taking steps to reduce the impact of the disruption. “We sincerely sympathise…

The National Security Adviser, NSA, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, says the security cooperation between Nigeria and the United States has translated into tangible operational gains. Ribadu said this on Thursday in Abuja at the inauguration of the US-Nigeria Joint Working Group. “I would like to place firmly on record Nigeria’s appreciation for the depth, quality and impact of US-Nigeria military and security cooperation. “Since the November 2025 engagements, this cooperation has translated into tangible operational gains.” He listed some of the gains to include enhanced intelligence sharing, closer coordination between US AFRICOM and Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters and sustained engagement across Nigeria’s…

At least seven persons have been confirmed killed with dozens of others injured or missing after gunmen suspected to be Fulani militias attacked a mining site in Kuru District of Jos South local government area of Plateau State. The tragic incident, according to the Kuru District chapter of the Berom Youth-Moulders Association, BYM, happened on the night of Wednesday, January 21st, when the heavily armed gunmen stormed the mining site where hundreds of youths including women, were carrying out their mining activities and opened fire on them. In a statement signed on Thursday by the Publicity Secretary of the Kuru…

Super Eagles striker, Akor Adams superb strike against the Desert Foxes of Algeria has been named among the the top five goals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Akor scored Nigeria’s second goal in the thrilling 2-0 quarter-final victory over Vladimir Petković’s side. The Sevilla hitman was teed up by Victor Osimhen, and he dribbled past Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane, before firing the ball into the net. It was the forward’s second goal of the tournament. Akor was one of the top performers for the Super Eagles in the competition. Morocco’s Ayoub El Kaabi, Cameroon striker Christian Kofane, Adil…

Benue State Executive Council has given the green light for the full resettlement of the Yelewata community, with the official groundbreaking slated for Thursday, January 22. The initiative is part of the state government’s broader efforts to restore peace and stability after the unrest that hit the area last year. During a media briefing held at Government House, Makurdi, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Barr. Deaconess Deborah Serumun Aber, described the maiden EXCO meeting of 2026 as “robust,” stressing that it focused on key matters tied to the socio-economic well-being and development of Benue residents. Barr. Aber revealed…

Mother of Anu, the 12-year-old girl at the centre of an ongoing paternity controversy involving Afrobeats star, Davido, has accused the Adeleke family of intimidation, manipulation, and abuse of power, while firmly denying claims that additional DNA tests were conducted in 2020. In a strongly worded statement late Wednesday, she alleged that her own sister, Titilayo Labinjoh, had been in contact with Dr. Adedeji Adeleke since the COVID-19 pandemic, a development she said came as a shock to her family. “To my shock, my own sister Titi Labinjoh reportedly has been talking to Dr. Deji Adeleke since the pandemic. About…

The Niger State Ministry of Mineral Resources has uncovered multiple irregularities at mining sites, including encroachment cases currently under investigation and widespread illegal mining activities allegedly carried out in collaboration with some community leaders. The State Commissioner for Mineral Resources, Hon. Muhammad Qasim Danjuma, disclosed this during an inspection of mining sites at Zuzungi in Katcha Local Government Area, where he reiterated the state government’s zero-tolerance policy on illegal mining. During an interactive session with traditional rulers, community leaders, and mining operators, Danjuma warned that the ministry would engage its internal committee to review the findings and subsequently invite the…

Bashir Usman has rejoined Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Niger Tornadoes for the remainder of the season. Usman previously played for the Ikon Allah Boys during the 2023-24 NPFL season. The goal getter penned a two-contract with Niger Tornadoes. He joined Katsina United at the start of the current season. Usman failed to make an impact with the Chanji Boys. He recorded only five appearances for Katsina United. Usman joined Katsina United from eight-time NPFL champions Rangers. He have also featured for Nasarawa United and Plateau United.

Abdullahi Umar Tyabo has been appointed the new technical adviser of Nigeria National League, NNL, side Rovers FC. Abdullahi was unveiled by Rovers FC on Wednesday. He managed Gombe United during the first stanza of the season. Umar was suspended by the Savannah Scorpions for poor performance. Gombe United garnered seven points from six matches under his tutelage. Umar has also managed Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, side Akwa United in the past.