Tinubu Returns to Abuja After State Visit to Türkiye
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday night returned to Abuja after a state visit to Türkiye, where he held high-level engagements aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding economic, security and strategic cooperation between both countries. The President’s aircraft landed at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport at about 8:55 p.m.
Appeal Court Affirms Death Sentence of Five Offa Robbery Convicts
The Court of Appeal sitting in Ilorin, Kwara State, has affirmed the death sentences passed on five convicts involved in the 2018 Offa robbery. The Director of Public Prosecution in the state, Mohammed Akande, said the three-man panel of justices unanimously upheld the judgment of the state High Court sentencing the convicts to death by hanging.
Police Arrest Seven Suspected Bandits Over Deadly Old Oyo Park Attack
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested seven members of a 10-man armed banditry gang, including the alleged mastermind behind the attack that claimed the lives of forest rangers and operatives of the Old Oyo National Park. The January 6 attack resulted in the death of five persons, police said.
Sanusi’s Position Secure Despite Political Shift, Kano Governor Insists
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has dismissed speculations that his recent political alignment with the centre could affect the status of Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II. The governor insisted that the emir’s position remains secure and unchanged despite renewed debate surrounding the Kano emirate crisis.
NNPP Denies Kwankwaso Held Defection Talks With Tinubu
The New Nigeria Peoples Party has denied reports suggesting that its national leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, held talks with President Bola Tinubu over a possible defection to the All Progressives Congress. The party said Kwankwaso never engaged in any such discussion, contrary to claims circulating in some quarters.
Ebonyi Governor Removes Monarchs, Sacks Commissioner Over Land Crisis
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, has ordered the removal of traditional rulers in the Amasiri clan of Afikpo Local Government Area and directed the withdrawal of their staff of office. The governor also sacked the Commissioner for Tertiary Education from the area, Prof. Amari Omaka, following a land-related crisis.
NSCDC Arrests Housewife Over Alleged Human Trafficking in Oyo
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Oyo State Command, has arrested a 28-year-old housewife over alleged involvement in human trafficking. The command’s spokesman, Samuel Opebiyi, said efforts were ongoing to apprehend her accomplice and husband, who is currently on the run.
ADC Urges National Assembly to Pass Electoral Bill 2025
The African Democratic Congress has called on the National Assembly to urgently pass the Electoral Bill 2025, warning that continued delays could undermine key electoral reforms and threaten the credibility of the 2027 general elections. The party accused the APC-led Senate of stalling critical provisions such as electronic voter accreditation and result transmission.
Onitsha Main Market Traders Agree to End Monday Sit-at-Home
Leadership of the Onitsha Main Market has agreed to stop observing the Monday sit-at-home directive following the market’s closure by the Anambra State Government. The traders expressed willingness to comply with Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s directive, while citing logistics and security challenges.
Air Force Vows to Further Weaken Terrorists’ Capacity
The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s determination to further degrade the operational capacity of terrorists across the country. Aneke spoke on Saturday during a parley with NAF veterans alongside the 2025 Base Annual Social-Cultural Activities in Maiduguri.
Investigators Recover AA Guns, RPGs, 32 Vehicles in Foiled Coup Plot
Investigators probing an alleged coup plot against President Bola Tinubu have recovered heavy weapons, including anti-aircraft guns, RPGs and AK-47 rifles, as well as 32 vehicles allegedly procured for covert operations. Security sources said the inter-agency probe uncovered an elaborate network involving logistics, funding and reconnaissance, with several suspects still at large.
2027: If APC Is Not Stopped, It May End Nigeria – Iroegbu
A member of the Peoples Democratic Party, Dickson Iroegbu, has called on opposition politicians to unite against the ruling APC ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking on Arise Television, Iroegbu warned that failure to dislodge the APC could spell deeper hardship for Nigerians.
ADC Warns Delay in Electoral Act Amendment Threatens 2027 Polls
The African Democratic Congress has again warned that delays in passing the 2025 Electoral Act Amendment Bill could jeopardise the integrity of the 2027 elections. The party accused the National Assembly of deliberately stalling reforms critical to credible polls.
Families of Detained Coup Plot Suspects Appeal for Mercy
Family members of 16 military officers detained over an alleged coup plot have appealed to President Bola Tinubu to temper justice with mercy. The officers, who have been in detention since October 2025, are reportedly awaiting court-martial.
Land Crisis: Ebonyi Governor Sacks Appointees, Dethrones Monarchs
Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State has sacked political appointees from Amasiri community and withdrawn the recognition of its traditional rulers following a deadly land dispute. The clash reportedly claimed four lives and destroyed properties.
Wike Has Strengthened PDP as Opposition – Haruna Mohammed
Factional PDP National Publicity Secretary, Haruna Mohammed, has said Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has played a key role in keeping the party intact and viable as an opposition force. He spoke while reacting to the court nullification of the party’s November 2025 national convention.
Army Kills Notorious Boko Haram Commander in Borno
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have killed a notorious Boko Haram/ISWAP commander during an encounter around Kimba in Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State. The military said the operation took place on January 30, 2026.
Funke Akindele Defends Marketing Style Amid Industry Debate
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, has defended her approach to movie promotion following comments by Kunle Afolayan questioning dance-driven marketing. Akindele urged colleagues to explore alternative strategies rather than criticising others.
Femi Kuti Rejects Claims of Supporting Buhari, Tinubu
Afrobeat musician, Femi Kuti, has expressed irritation over claims that he supported former President Muhammadu Buhari or President Bola Tinubu. Speaking on television, he said such assertions contradict his father Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s lifelong opposition to oppressive governments.
Arsenal Thrash Leeds to Stay Top as Bournemouth Shine
Arsenal maintained their place at the top of the Premier League table with a commanding 4-0 away victory over Leeds United. Goals from Martín Zubimendi, Viktor Gyökeres and Gabriel Jesus sealed the win, while AFC Bournemouth also impressed with a 2-0 victory at Wolves.