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The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ruled that the Senate acted within its constitutional powers when it suspended Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan over alleged misconduct.

NAFDAC has moved to clear the air after social media claims suggested that the antibiotic Amoxicillin has been banned in Nigeria.

A cyclist has died in a tragic accident under the LASUTH Bridge along Airport Road, Ikeja. LASTMA says a DAF articulated truck crushed the rider while both tried to navigate the roundabout from the Maryland direction.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has promised Nigerians that his administration will tackle terrorism and banditry head-on, calling the threats “foreign” to the country’s culture.

JAMB is sending a clear message to candidates registering for the 2026 UTME: don’t cut corners.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has opened the second National Economic Council Conference, urging stronger collaboration across all levels of government to drive inclusive growth.

Cambridge University has transferred legal ownership of 116 Benin artefacts to Nigeria, marking a major step in efforts to address the colonial era loss of cultural heritage.

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi, standing in solidarity with the protesters at the National Assembly on Monday, urged calm as Nigerians debate electronic transmission of election results, saying the change is simple and must not block the 2027 polls.

Former Labour Party presidential candidate and leading 2027 hopeful, Peter Obi, on Monday led protesters to the National Assembly in Abuja, demanding the inclusion of real-time electronic transmission of election results in the ongoing amendment of the Electoral Act.

A protest tagged #OccupyNASS began Monday in Abuja as civil society groups, activists and members of the public demanded clearer election laws and mandatory electronic transmission of election results ahead of the 2027 general election.

Comrade Timi Frank, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has petitioned U.S. President Donald Trump, warning of “widespread unrest,” “possible anarchy,” and “political genocide” if alleged plans to manipulate Nigeria’s 2027 elections proceed.

Nigerian media mogul and EbonyLife Group CEO Mo Abudu has denied allegations that a secret group within Nollywood is working with cinema owners to favour some films and block others from screening, saying movie scheduling is driven by business, not personal interests.

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has clarified that not all electricity meters being installed across the country are free, amid public confusion over government metering plans and comments from power officials.

The All Progressives Congress says it has not formally welcomed Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara into the party yet because of “regional sensitivities,” not because he lacks authority or support, the party’s national chairman said Sunday.

Nigeria’s Senate has scheduled an emergency plenary session for Tuesday, 10th February 2026, amid rising public controversy over its recent actions on the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday hosted a high-level delegation from the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), led by its Commander, General Dagvin Anderson, at the State House, Abuja, in a meeting focused on security cooperation.

The Federal Government is convening a major economic conference today, Monday, aiming to strengthen coordination between the federal and state governments to accelerate national growth.

Pope Leo XIV, has expressed deep sorrow over the recent violent attacks in Nigeria, urging authorities to strengthen efforts to protect citizens.

Tomato farmers in Nigeria have reassured consumers that the usual surge in tomato and other vegetable prices during the Ramadan fasting period is unlikely this year, thanks to a bumper harvest and favourable market timing.

The Kogi State Government has ordered the temporary closure of markets and motor parks in seven Local Government Areas of the state as part of measures to cripple the supply lines of terrorists, bandits and other criminal elements operating in the region.

The Lagos State Government has sealed off the popular Ladipo Spare Parts Market, along the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Road (Apapa–Oshodi Expressway), in Mushin due to repeated environmental violations.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will travel to the United Kingdom for a State Visit from Wednesday March 18 to Thursday March 19 2026.

The Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, says it has cancelled its sit at home order across the South East.

Ghana’s President John Mahama has recalled the country’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Baba Ahmed, over alleged links to electoral malpractice during his party’s parliamentary primaries.

The Plateau State Government has confirmed an outbreak of Lassa fever, with 11 cases and four deaths recorded since December 2025.

Senate President Godswill Akpabio says the Senate did not abolish electronic transmission of election results. Instead, lawmakers retained the provision as contained in the 2022 Electoral Act.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has strongly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration over what it described as a collapse of national security following the killing of dozens of civilians in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has stepped up engagements with security agencies nationwide to ensure that elections leading up to and including the 2027 general elections are conducted in a secure environment.

The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) has suspended its nationwide strike, bringing to an end an industrial action that shut down public health facilities across the country for nearly three months.

Civil society organisation BudgIT has uncovered 92 cases of fraudulent project execution across Nigeria, raising fresh concerns over transparency and accountability in public spending.

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has approved the formation of a seven-member committee to coordinate humanitarian assistance for residents of Woro community in Kaiama Local Government Area, following a recent deadly attack.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is stepping up preparations for the upcoming Federal Capital Territory Area Council Elections, set for 21 February 2026, while also laying the groundwork for key electoral activities ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has sent a rapid response team to Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area, Kwara State, following a recent bandit attack. The team is on the ground to assess the situation and coordinate relief efforts.

The Nigeria Police Force has returned 23,000 dollars to a victim of an international romance scam in the Cayman Islands, in what officials describe as a major step in strengthening cross border cooperation against cybercrime.

Agege Local Government Chairman, Ganiu Obasa has laid out an ambitious development agenda centered on sanitation, youth empowerment, security, healthcare and infrastructure, as part of efforts to reposition the council as a cleaner, safer and more economically vibrant community.

Former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili has criticised the Senate over recent amendments to the Electoral Act, warning that lawmakers are risking another crisis by refusing to make electronic transmission of election results compulsory.

The Defence Headquarters has condemned the recent terrorist attacks on Woro and nearby communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, urging Nigerians to stay united and reject extremist ideologies.

Japan is preparing to restart the Kashiwazaki Kariwa nuclear power plant, the world’s largest by generating capacity, even as safety concerns continue to divide local communities.

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has raised the alarm that continued reliance on coastal logistics to move petrol around Nigeria could significantly increase pump prices.

In a landmark ruling delivered more than 75 years after the incident, the Enugu State High Court has ordered the British Government to pay £420 million in compensation to the families of 21 Nigerian coal miners killed by British colonial forces during a protest in 1949.

Hundreds of former Washington Post journalists, tech workers and supporters gathered outside the newspaper’s headquarters on Thursday to protest widespread layoffs announced earlier this week.

The Group CEO of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Engr. Bashir Ojulari, revealed that the company is engaging partners with proven refining expertise to build sustainable, profitable solutions for its refineries.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has begun discussions with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle about extending his contract, federation and sports officials said on Thursday.

Survivors of the mass abduction in Kurmin Wali village said Thursday they survived weeks in the forest eating raw flour mixed with water and sleeping outdoors, after armed men seized 183 people during church services.

Nigerian national football team goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has left South Africa’s Chippa United after formally asking to be released, the club confirmed on Thursday.

The Peoples Democratic Party on Thursday condemned the mass killing in Woro, Kwara State, and demanded an independent investigation, immediate aid and an emergency national security summit.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority said Thursday it impounded 27 commercial and private vehicles during an early-morning enforcement drive aimed at stopping dangerous overloading on state roads.

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani said the 183 worshippers who were taken during coordinated attacks on three churches in Kurmin Wali on 18th January have returned.

The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division, Major General Adebayo Babalola, began a familiarization tour of Nigerian Army institutions, establishments, and formations within his Area of Responsibility (AOR) in Lagos on February 3, 2026.

The Senate Minority Caucus has dismissed media reports claiming that the National Assembly rejected the electronic transmission of election results in the ongoing amendment of Nigeria’s Electoral Act.

The Police Service Commission (PSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strict data privacy standards in law enforcement, as Nigeria intensifies the use of technology in policing.

Nigeria has showcased its Customs modernisation efforts at the 2026 World Customs Organisation (WCO) Technology Conference and Exhibition in Abu Dhabi, reaffirming its commitment to technology-driven border management and international cooperation.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has registered two new political parties, raising the total number of registered parties in Nigeria to 21.

Nigeria’s Federal Government says fresh talks with the World Bank are helping to strengthen global confidence in the country’s economic reform drive.

Detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has filed an appeal challenging his conviction and multiple sentences handed down by the Federal High Court, arguing that the trial contained serious legal flaws.

The Peoples Democratic Party has criticised the Senate’s decision to reject electronic transmission of election results, calling it a setback for Nigeria’s democracy.

Nigeria’s Senate has passed the 2026 Electoral Act Amendment Bill after weeks of debate, but lawmakers rejected a proposal that would have made real time electronic transmission of election results mandatory.

The Lagos State Government has announced a new traffic diversion plan ahead of repair works on Apongbon Bridge and nearby service lanes, warning motorists to expect temporary closures and rerouted traffic over the next six weeks.

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the deployment of an army battalion to Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State following a deadly overnight attack on Worro village. The presidency confirmed the move on Tuesday.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reactivated its Super Puma Helicopter after it was grounded for three years due to a main rotor hub issue.

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday rejected two sets of documents tendered by Omoyele Sowore, politician and online publisher, in his ongoing trial on cyberstalking charges involving false claims against President Bola Tinubu.

Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, met with the French Defence Attaché, Colonel Stéphane Useo, at Army Headquarters, Abuja, to strengthen bilateral defence ties aimed at addressing regional insecurity.

Cancer survivors should have a formal place in planning and care, President/ CEO of the Nigerian Cancer Society (NCS), Prof. Abidemi Omonisi, said in a brief interview with our correspondent.

The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has accused food and beverage companies of exploiting festive periods to aggressively promote sugary drinks and ultra-processed foods, warning that the practice is worsening Nigeria’s public health crisis.

Nigeria risks leaving some of its poorest people out of cancer care, the President/ CEO of the Nigerian Cancer Society (NCS), Prof. Abidemi Omonisi, warned in a brief interview with our correspondent on Wednesday.

The Murtala Muhammed Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service generated ₦202.9 billion in revenue between January and December 2025, marking a 13 per cent increase over the ₦181.01 billion recorded in 2024.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons will open a training camp on 20th February as they step up preparations for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, local football officials said Wednesday.

Nigeria joined the world on Wednesday to mark World Cancer Day, with health leaders urging faster action on early detection, fairer access to care and more funding for research and screening.

The Independent National Electoral Commission says it has completed an internal timetable to prepare for the 2027 general election but will not publish an official schedule until legal and parliamentary issues are settled.

The Nigerian Army has rolled out an intelligence-driven and technology-enabled strategy to confront the country’s evolving security challenges, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, said Tuesday.

President Bola Tinubu has called on African countries and global investors to significantly scale up investment in the energy sector, warning that sustainable development and long-term economic growth will remain out of reach without reliable and expanded energy infrastructure.

President Bola Tinubu has pledged that Nigeria will not reverse its ongoing economic reforms, acknowledging early pain but insisting the measures are necessary to stabilize the economy and unlock long-term growth.

The Iranian government has officially authorized the issuance of motorcycle licenses to women, ending decades of legal ambiguity that effectively barred female riders from the road.

 A police officer and four residents were killed in an assault by suspected armed herders in Abande Community, Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State, officials said Wednesday.

The Rivers State Police Command has dismantled a notorious kidnapping ring following a violent gun battle in Etche Local Government Area, resulting in the fatal wounding of two suspects and the recovery of millions of naira in ransom.

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has accused the Chairman of the Ibadan South-West Local Government Council, Hon. Kehinde Adeyemi Akande, of leading a coordinated attack on federal railway infrastructure in Oyo State.

At least 35 people have been killed after gunmen raided Woro, a remote village in Kwara State, authorities say. Residents describe it as the deadliest attack in the area this year.

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of Libya’s late leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed following an armed attack on his residence, officials and his family say.

Nigeria’s police are refocusing their peacekeeping missions.

Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son, Abdulazeez, appeared in court this week facing terrorism financing and illegal firearms charges.

Nigeria could be on the brink of a larger religious conflict, U.S. lawmakers heard this week.

The U.S. has quietly put troops on Nigerian soil, the first official acknowledgment since airstrikes hit Islamic State targets in December.

A Benue State High Court sitting in Makurdi has struck down an executive order issued by Governor Hyacinth Alia, declaring it unconstitutional and without legal basis.

Nigerian-American racing sensation Ugo Ugochukwu has emerged champion of the 2026 Formula Regional Oceania Championship, capping off an outstanding season in New Zealand with a dominant display of skill and consistency.

A new National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control survey shows Rivers and Lagos lead Nigeria in minors buying alcohol in sachets and small bottles.

The National Examinations Council (NECO) on Tuesday released the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) External results, saying more than 80 percent of candidates scored at least five credits.

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has condemned the attack on journalists and peaceful protesters at the Lagos State House of Assembly in Alausa, Ikeja.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has indicated plans to begin sharing the cost of electricity subsidies with state and local governments from 2026.

The National Industrial Court in Abuja has issued an interim order restraining the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and three union leaders from carrying out a planned protest or any form of industrial action in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally unveiled a 73-member Central Coordination Committee to steer activities ahead of its much-anticipated National Convention, scheduled for March 27–28, 2026.

The Lagos State Government (LASG) has announced plans to invest about $10 million in regenerating Makoko, the sprawling waterfront community that has been at the centre of public debate following recent demolition exercises.

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) is stepping up efforts to keep motorists safe on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, one of Nigeria’s busiest highways.

The bribery and corruption trial of former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke resumed Monday at Southwark Crown Court.

Traders are no longer staying away from the Onitsha Main Market on Mondays, as trading has resumed after years of disruption caused by the sit-at-home order.

The FCT Police Command has issued a heads-up to residents ahead of a planned protest by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) FCT Council on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

Many traders at the Onitsha Main Market stayed away from their stalls on Monday despite Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s order to reopen and warnings against further closures, witnesses and officials said.

A speeding tanker truck slammed into a Toyota Corolla at the Apakun Bridge corridor in Lagos on Monday, injuring the car’s driver and two pedestrians, Lagos State officials confirmed.

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division, operating under Sector 2 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have stormed and overrun the stronghold of notorious bandit kingpin Gwaska Dan Karmi, neutralising scores of fighters during a major offensive.

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to sue comedian Trevor Noah after Noah made a joke at the Grammy Awards linking Trump to Jeffrey Epstein’s private island.

The Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress, are set to hold a powerful solidarity rally in Abuja on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

Nigeria’s House of Representatives says work on the Electoral Amendment (Reform) Bill is at the harmonisation stage as lawmakers try to agree on changes ahead of the 2027 polls.

South African singer Tyla has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 68th Grammy Awards, held Sunday night in Los Angeles, United States.

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, says a foiled coup against President Bola Tinubu was planned by disgruntled officers before the president took office and included plans to use lethal force against opponents, including himself.

South Africa’s deputy minister of sport on Sunday announced that the country would replace Morocco as host of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, but the national sports ministry later said no formal decision has been taken and “Morocco remains the confirmed host country.”

The 68th Grammy Awards held Sunday night in Los Angeles celebrated the biggest names in global music, with major wins spread across genres.

The Nigerian House of Representatives has firmly rejected allegations that the newly passed tax legislation was tampered with or falsified.

Suspected terrorists have attacked Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State, killing one person, setting ablaze a church and a police station, and abducting several residents.

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has been named The Sun Newspaper’s Best Governor of the Year 2025 in recognition of his administration’s achievements in governance and service delivery.

Elon Musk’s aerospace company SpaceX, has submitted a major regulatory application to the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeking approval to launch up to one million satellites into Earth orbit to serve as orbital AI data centers.

Carlos Alcaraz has claimed a dramatic victory over Novak Djokovic to win the 2026 Australian Open Men’s Singles title in one of the most significant matches in modern tennis history.

Nigerian military forces have killed a senior Boko Haram leader identified as the group’s second-in-command in the Sambisa Forest, along with 10 other fighters, the Armed Forces announced on Sunday.

Nigeria has signed an agreement with South Korea’s Asia Economic Development Committee to establish an electric vehicle manufacturing plant and build charging infrastructure across the country.

The Corps Marshal of the Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps, Major Olaniyi Cole (retd.), has pledged to intensify efforts to ensure greater voluntary compliance with environmental laws across the state.

Traders at the Onitsha Main Market in Anambra State have agreed to stop observing the Monday sit at home order following Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s intervention.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja after concluding a state visit to the Republic of Türkiye.

The Labour Party said Friday it will appeal a Federal High Court judgment and described the removal of its executive names from the Independent National Electoral Commission portal as “strange, unacceptable.”

The Action Democratic Party on Friday told Senator Pam Mwadkon Dachungyang to vacate his Plateau North Senate seat after he admitted leaving the party, calling the matter a constitutional issue.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the National Assembly of delaying the passage of the 2025 Electoral Bill, warning that the move could harm preparations for the 2027 general elections.

Satguru Maharaj Ji, leader of the One Love Family, on Friday urged the Nigeria Football Federation to hire a Nigerian as head coach of the Super Eagles.

Police in Ondo State said they arrested six suspects and rescued 14 victims in two separate, intelligence-led operations targeting transnational human-trafficking networks.

A prosecution witness told a federal court on Friday that $2,045,000 in cash and several property title documents seized from a lawyer belonged to former Central Bank governor Godwin Emefiele.

The federal government has told every Nigerian to file annual tax returns by 31st March 2026, as new tax laws take effect, officials said.

The Confederation of African Football has announced plans to review its regulations and improve Video Assistant Referee (VAR) protocols following contentious scenes at the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has defended his administration’s recent demolition of illegal structures in parts of Makoko, describing the action as a necessary step taken to prevent an impending disaster and protect critical public infrastructure.

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has announced a region-wide sit-at-home and full lockdown across the South-East and other supposed Biafran territories for Monday, February 2, in what it described as a peaceful show of solidarity with traders and communities affected by the ongoing closure of the Onitsha Main Market.

South Africa has declared Israel’s top diplomat in the country persona non grata and ordered him to leave within 72 hours, intensifying already strained relations between the two governments.

The Peoples Democratic Party says there is no cause for alarm following a Federal High Court ruling in Ibadan that declined to grant an order sought against the party.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has defended its enforcement of the nationwide ban on alcoholic beverages sold in sachets and small PET or glass bottles below 200 milliliters, citing concerns over child health and public safety.

The Kano State government has launched a public health awareness campaign and distributed free medication in Durmawa community in Tiga, a town in Bebeji Local Government Area, following reports of suspected diphtheria cases.

Kano State has emerged as the most affected by power infrastructure vandalism in Nigeria, recording about 70 incidents in 2025 alone, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has said, raising fresh concerns over electricity supply stability and rising repair costs.

The Senate, through its Committee on Appropriations, has tentatively fixed Tuesday, March 17, for the final consideration and passage of the ₦48.472 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill.

Legendary Nigerian musician and Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has been named a recipient of the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African artist to receive the honour.

A Federal High Court in Ibadan has nullified the Peoples Democratic Party national convention held in Oyo State on November 15, 2025.

The Federal Government has directed electricity distribution companies and meter installers to provide and install electricity meters for consumers at no cost.

British-Nigerian heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has spoken publicly for the first time since a tragic car crash in Nigeria last December that claimed the lives of two of his closest friends and team members.

The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has explained that the recent increase in fuel price is not a deliberate move to penalize consumers.

AfriMillions has officially launched in Nigeria, introducing a new digital lottery and online gaming platform built specifically for African players. Headlined by a ₦1 Billion Mega Jackpot,

A small passenger aircraft crashed in northeastern Colombia on January 28, 2026, killing all 15 people on board, including a Colombian lawmaker and a congressional candidate, authorities confirmed.

A Yaba Chief Magistrate’s Court in Lagos has granted bail to activists Taiwo ‘Soweto’ Hassan and Dele Frank, who were arraigned for their roles in protests against alleged illegal demolitions and forced evictions in parts of Lagos State.

Acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez has signed a landmark oil sector reform into law, marking a dramatic shift in policy by opening up the country’s long-state-controlled oil industry to greater private and foreign participation.

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced a new deadline for students applying for its 2025/2026 student loan programme, extending the closing date from January 31 to February 27, 2026.

The Lagos State House of Assembly has condemned widespread reports suggesting that the 2026 Appropriation Law contains provisions for the purchase of houses in Abuja for lawmakers.

The Senate has set up a seven-member committee to harmonise lawmakers’ views on the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, 2026, and submit a consolidated report to the chamber by next Tuesday.

The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed the ₦58.47 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill for second reading, following a lead debate by House Leader Hon. Julius Ihonvbere.

Dozens of lawyers under the Concerned Lawyers for Probity and Justice protested peacefully at the Federal Ministry of Finance on Thursday, demanding payment of an estimated ₦4 trillion owed to indigenous contractors for completed capital projects.

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) officially lifted all remaining sanctions against Guinea on Wednesday, following the December 2024 presidential election that saw former junta leader Mamady Doumbouya elected president.

Rights activist Hassan Taiwo Soweto and fellow protester Dele Frank was arraigned on January 29, 2026, at Yaba Magistrates’ Court, facing five serious charges linked to a protest against illegal demolitions and forced evictions in Lagos State on January 28.

Comrade Hassan Taiwo Soweto, a rights activist abducted on Tuesday after a protest at the Lagos State House of Assembly, has been brought before Magistrate Court 2 of the Yaba Magistrates’ Court, Lagos.

The Lagos chapter of the civil society group EndBadGovernance has condemned what it calls a violent police crackdown on peaceful protesters in Makoko, Oworoshoki, Ajegunle and other communities.

The Lagos State Police Command has denied claims that officers shot protesters during demonstrations against demolitions in parts of the state.

The Central Bank of Nigeria has upgraded the licences of leading fintech firms and microfinance banks, allowing them to operate across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has insisted that the Onitsha Main Market will remain closed for the full one week earlier ordered by the state government.

A passenger plane crashed in northern Colombia on Wednesday, killing all 15 people on board, according to state run airline Satena.

The Nigeria Police Force says it has uncovered a major cyber fraud involving the illegal diversion of a telecommunications company’s airtime and data, with losses estimated at more than ₦7.7 billion.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed sanctions on Senegal, Morocco, and several players and officials over incidents during the AFCON Morocco 2025 final.

An FCT High Court in Abuja has fixed 10 new hearing dates to conclude the trial of former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele over charges linked to the naira redesign policy.

The Lagos State House of Assembly has rejected reports that lawmakers ignored or approved the use of force during a protest by Makoko residents at the Assembly complex.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially chosen a team of 50 experts to write a new plan for how they want to govern Nigeria.

The Nigerian Senate have officially set a date to discuss major changes to the country’s election laws.

The Senate president, Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday dismissed claims that Nigeria’s new tax laws were altered after passage, saying the four Acts are “ready and gazetted and signed by the President” and urging senators to take only certified copies from the Clerk.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has responded to reports of civilian casualties following air operations on January 25, 2026, in Kurigi Village, Mariga Local Government Area, Niger State.

Police used tear gas and forcibly dispersed a peaceful march to the Lagos State House of Assembly at Alausa on Wednesday, protesters and organisers said.

Pope Leo on Wednesday called for an end to antisemitism worldwide, using the annual commemoration of the Holocaust to urge global action against hatred, racism and persecution.

Dame Sarah Mullally has formally taken office as the Archbishop of Canterbury following a ceremonial service held in England, becoming the spiritual leader of the Church of England.

The Iranian government has executed a man on charges of spying for Israel’s intelligence agency, Mossad.

Displaced residents of Makoko led a large protest from the Ikeja under-bridge toward Alausa on Tuesday, saying recent demolition exercises have left thousands homeless and triggered a growing humanitarian crisis.

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday admitted video evidence showing Reno Omokri calling President Bola Tinubu a “drug lord” during the trial of activist Omoyele Sowore.

Staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) have returned to work following a National Industrial Court injunction ordering the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC) to suspend its strike.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has warned candidates not to accept multiple admission offers, saying it undermines the system and blocks opportunities for others.

The Lagos Water Corporation has announced a temporary disruption of water supply in several parts of the state to allow for critical repair and replacement works at the Adiyan I Water Treatment Plant.

Nigeria has taken a major step to resolve its power sector debt with the issuance of a ₦501 billion bond and the signing of settlement agreements with five electricity generation companies.

Former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison Madueke has denied multiple bribery charges as her trial opened on Tuesday at Southwark Crown Court in London.

President Bola Tinubu and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Tuesday reaffirmed plans to deepen economic and security cooperation between Nigeria and Türkiye, setting a target of reaching a five-billion-dollar bilateral trade volume.

Security operatives on Tuesday moved into the Onitsha Main Market to enforce a one week closure ordered by Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo. The action triggered protests from traders and condemnation from the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB.

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Tuesday struck out an ex-parte application by Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Nnamdi Kanu seeking transfer from the Sokoto Correctional Centre to a facility nearer Abuja.

The Federal Government on Tuesday said Nigeria consumes more than 2.5 billion litres of sachet (pure) water each year and launched a new project to cut single-use sachet pollution while keeping safe drinking water accessible.

Nigeria’s national electricity grid collapsed on Tuesday morning, plunging several parts of the country into darkness and marking the second system failure within five days.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has firmly denied rumours that Vice President Kashim Shettima could be dropped as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, describing such reports as “purely speculative, untrue and utterly baseless.”

A powerful winter storm sweeping across large parts of the United States has left at least a dozen people dead, grounded thousands of flights, and plunged hundreds of thousands of residents into darkness.

The Police Service Commission (PSC) and Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have extended the deadline for the recruitment of 50,000 police constables by two weeks, following an overwhelming response from Nigerians.

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) has concluded investigations into disciplinary cases involving sixteen officers previously arrested over alleged indiscipline and breaches of service regulations. Defence Headquarters said the investigation report has been forwarded to the appropriate superior authority in line with military procedures.

Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, son of former Kano State governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has resigned as Kano State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development.

The corruption trial of former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison Madueke was delayed on Monday due to legal and technical issues, her lawyers said.

The Oyo State Government on Monday launched a week long celebration to mark the state’s 50th anniversary, with an opening ceremony held at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan.

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), FCT wing, has ordered all primary and secondary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory to join the ongoing strike led by the Joint Union Action Committee (JUAC).

Heavy security was deployed on Monday at the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) Secretariat in Area 11, Garki, as hundreds of striking workers marched to the complex to press their demands over unresolved labour disputes.

The Central Bank of Nigeria says it will soon introduce a new regulatory policy to tighten debit card issuance and improve ATM operations across Nigerian banks, as part of efforts to address persistent cash access challenges.

Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has ordered the closure of the Onitsha Main Market for one week after traders failed to comply with the state government’s directive to ignore the Monday sit at home order.

The United States is increasing deliveries of military equipment and sharing more intelligence with Nigeria as part of a wider push to help Abuja tackle Islamic State-linked militants, a senior U.S. Africa Command official said on Monday.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has announced a successful discovery of hydrocarbons at the Awodi-07 appraisal and exploration well, located in the shallow offshore western Niger Delta.

The military has submitted to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu the report of its investigation into an alleged coup plot involving 16 detained officers.

The office of the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) has formally taken over prosecution of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Mike Ozekhome after the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) filed criminal charges relating to a disputed London property.

Workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), backed by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), picketed the National Industrial Court in Abuja on Monday as part of an ongoing indefinite strike, demanding the removal of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and payment of outstanding entitlements.

The Federal Government has officially ended the longstanding Higher National Diploma (HND) dichotomy, placing new emphasis on Technical and Vocational Education (TVE) and empowering polytechnics to award degrees.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has opened registration for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), running from January 26 to February 28 nationwide.

Tensions have escalated in Nigeria’s House of Representatives over alleged unauthorized changes to recent tax reform laws, sparking a clash between House leadership and the minority caucus ahead of plenary resumption.

The Lagos State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, warned on Monday that the state faces “intense urban and population pressure” and has launched on-site inspections of informal spaces to ease the strain.

The corruption trial of former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke will begin on Monday at Southwark Crown Court in London, where she faces six counts, five of accepting bribes and one of conspiracy to commit bribery — linked to contracts awarded while she served from 2010 to 2015.

Nigeria's various electricity distribution companies (DisCos) said that the Federal Government’s announcement that smart meters must be provided and installed “free of charge” is unrealistic unless officials explain who will pay for supply and installation.

Flight disruptions hit major European travel routes this weekend as Air France and British Airways cancelled dozens of flights, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded at airports in the United Kingdom and France.