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Oxford Dictionary Expands Nigerian English Footprint With New Entries

Oxford Dictionary Expands Nigerian English Footprint With New Entries

ITF Wraps Up SUPA Skill-Up Artisans Training in Kano, Targets Sustainable Livelihoods

ITF Wraps Up SUPA Skill-Up Artisans Training in Kano, Targets Sustainable Livelihoods

APC Eyes Control of 30 States as Governor Yusuf’s Possible Defection Redraws Kano Politics

APC Eyes Control of 30 States as Governor Yusuf’s Possible Defection Redraws Kano Politics

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Oxford Dictionary Expands Nigerian English Footprint With New Entries

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Popular Nigerian expressions such as nyash, mammy market and amala have been officially added to the Oxford English Dictionary, marking a significant milestone in the global recognition of Nigerian culture and language. The inclusion forms part of the dictionary’s December 2025 update, which introduced dozens of new West African entries drawn from Nigeria, Ghana, Gambia, Liberia and Sierra Leone. The update reflects the growing influence of West African English varieties on global communication. Other Nigerian terms added in the latest release include abeg, biko, moi moi, Ghana Must Go and Afrobeats, capturing elements of everyday speech, cuisine, music and social life that have gained international visibility in recent years. The Oxford English Dictionary explained that the new entries highlight the evolution of Nigerian English and Pidgin into influential forms of the English language, shaped by history, creativity and contemporary global interactions. Read Also: PAYMISH Co-founder Ties the Knot in Gombe Schools in Gombe Resumes new academic term today Gombe Government Disburses ₦726 Million Scholarships to 12,101 Female Students The update also formally recognises Afrobeats as a distinct music genre, describing it as a fusion of West African musical traditions with jazz, soul and funk influences. The genre’s global expansion, led largely by Nigerian artists, has played a key role in introducing Nigerian expressions and cultural references to international audiences. Language experts say the growing acceptance of Nigerian terms reflects the country’s expanding cultural footprint, driven by music, digital media, migration and the activities of diaspora communities across the world. Overall, the December 2025 update added more than 500 new words and phrases, with West African contributions forming a notable portion. This follows earlier updates that saw 29 Nigerian words added in 2020 and additional entries in 2025, including japa and agbero. The development has been widely welcomed by Nigerians at home and abroad, many of whom view the additions as a validation of Nigeria’s cultural relevance and linguistic creativity on the global stage.

Kano, National, News

ITF Wraps Up SUPA Skill-Up Artisans Training in Kano, Targets Sustainable Livelihoods

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The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has concluded the training phase of the current batch of the Skill-Up Artisans (SUPA) Programme for artisans across the North-West, reaffirming its commitment to resuscitating vocational skills and strengthening grassroots economic empowerment. The conclusion of the training was marked at the SUPA Programme zonal rally held in Kano, where the Director-General and Chief Executive of ITF, Dr. Afiz Oluwatoyin Ogun, represented by the ITF Zonal Director, Dauda M. Sharif, described Kano as a historic hub of commerce, craftsmanship and enterprise, stressing that sustainable development must be driven from the grassroots. Dr. Ogun explained that the SUPA initiative was designed to recognise, strengthen and elevate Nigerian artisans who possess practical skills but lack access to structured training, certification and modern techniques. According to him, the programme adopts a hands-on, market-driven approach aimed at improving productivity, safety, income and professional dignity. He disclosed that SUPA targets artisans across a wide range of trades, including electrical installation, plumbing, welding and fabrication, carpentry, furniture making, automobile repairs, fashion design, construction, ICT, poultry and animal husbandry, among other technical vocations critical to economic growth. He said the objective is to transform skilled workers into certified professionals and employers of labour rather than job seekers. The ITF boss noted that Kano and the wider North-West region stand to benefit significantly from the programme, given the concentration of artisans, workshops and industrial clusters in the area. He stressed that in today’s competitive economy, raw skills must be upgraded to meet national and international standards. Read Also: APC Eyes Control of 30 States as Governor Yusuf’s Possible Defection Redraws Kano Politics Rivers Assembly Initiates Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara, Deputy Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje: Encomiums for a Leader Defined by Service and Simplicity Highlighting the programme’s achievements, Dr. Ogun said the SUPA scheme is part of the Renewed Hope Agenda initiated by ITF in August 2025 with the support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and is being implemented nationwide. He disclosed that about 25,000 artisans were trained in this batch across various skills after applying online and undergoing training at accredited centres based on their individual interests. He added that the programme has recorded remarkable success, judging by the testimonies of beneficiaries who reported improved competence, increased earnings and expanded business opportunities. Speaking earlier, the Director of Technical and Vocational Training Skills Department of ITF, Ekong Nancy Ndidiamaka, disclosed that 30,000 artisans were trained under the programme in 2024. She added that the figure significantly increased in 2025, with about 68,000 artisans trained, alongside an additional 3,000 intending trainees, bringing the total close to 70,000. Ndidiamaka explained that beyond technical training, beneficiaries were also equipped with soft skills such as customer relations, project management and basic business management to enable them operate their businesses more effectively. She emphasised that SUPA was designed to equip youths with practical, income-generating skills capable of making meaningful economic impact, particularly in the face of shrinking white-collar job opportunities. According to her, the programme also focuses on sharpening existing skills for artisans already engaged in their trades. One of the beneficiaries, Malam Salim Abdulkadir Mansur, who underwent training in animal husbandry, expressed appreciation to ITF for the opportunity to participate in the programme under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. He noted that the training was enhanced by the provision of transport stipends to participants, adding that ITF had assured beneficiaries that outstanding payments were being processed. The rally concluded with a renewed pledge by ITF to ensure transparency, inclusiveness and quality implementation of the Skill-Up Artisans Programme as a long-term investment in people, productivity and national development.

Kano, News

Kano Police Recover Three Stolen Vehicles, Arrest Five Suspects

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The Kano State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its ongoing efforts to combat crime in the state, with the recovery of three stolen motor vehicles and the arrest of five suspects linked to armed robbery and vehicle theft. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, in line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police on sustained intelligence-led and technology-driven policing. According to the statement, operatives of the Command’s Special Intervention Squad intercepted a stolen Toyota Corolla vehicle along the Hotoro NNPC Roundabout on January 3, 2026. A suspect, identified as Mohammad Ismail, a 25-year-old resident of Wuntin Dada Quarters, Bauchi State, was arrested during the operation. Further discreet investigations led to the arrest of four additional suspects identified as Abdullahi Ishaq (23), Abdullahi Bashir (24), Nasir Muhammad (23), and Nuru Muhammad (25). The suspects reportedly confessed to stealing the Toyota Corolla from Bauchi State. Read Also: Nigerian Army Begins DSSC 29/2026 Recruitment, Outlines Eligibility Criteria IGP Orders Nationwide Deployment of Senior Police Officers Kano Police Command Receives 30 Newly Posted ASPs The police said investigations also led to the recovery of another stolen vehicle, a Honda Pilot Jeep belonging to the Bauchi State Government, which had been taken to Plateau State. In a related development, a Toyota Sienna vehicle with registration number RBC-801HM, maroon in colour, suspected to have been stolen, was recovered on January 6, 2026, after it was abandoned in an isolated area of Hotoro North, Kano, by officers attached to the Hotoro Police Division. The Command appealed to the rightful owner of the recovered Sienna vehicle to report to the Police Public Relations Office at the Kano State Police Command with valid proof of ownership or contact the Command through the designated phone lines. Commending the officers involved in the operations, CP Bakori praised their dedication and professionalism and thanked residents of the state for their continued support and cooperation. He further urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the Command’s emergency contact numbers.

International, News

Venezuela to Export Up to $2bn Crude Oil to U.S. Under New Deal

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Venezuela and the United States have reached an agreement allowing Caracas to export crude oil worth up to $2 billion to the U.S., marking a major shift in bilateral relations amid Venezuela’s worsening political and economic crisis. U.S. President Donald Trump announced the deal, describing it as a flagship negotiation that would redirect Venezuelan oil supplies away from China while easing production pressures caused by export restrictions and storage shortages. According to Trump, the agreement reflects Venezuela’s compliance with U.S. demands to open its oil sector to American companies. He added that between 30 million and 50 million barrels of what he termed “sanctioned oil” would be turned over to the United States, sold at market prices, with proceeds managed by the U.S. government. The development follows months of heightened pressure by Washington on Caracas and signals a recalibration of U.S.–Venezuela relations. Trump has previously warned of military intervention if Venezuela failed to grant U.S. firms access to its oil industry. Venezuela has been unable to export millions of barrels of crude currently held in tankers and storage facilities following a U.S. blockade imposed in mid-December. The restrictions intensified pressure on the government of President Nicolás Maduro, whose recent capture by U.S. forces has been denounced by Venezuelan officials as a kidnapping and an attempt to seize control of the country’s oil resources. Read Also: Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger Strengthen Unity with Launch of AES Television DICON–D7G Begins Local Assembly of DG-103 Rifles, Eyes African Export Market Gombe Tightens Security, Shuts Down Scrap Metal Business Trump said U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright would oversee the execution of the agreement, with oil taken directly from tankers and shipped to U.S. ports. Sources familiar with the talks revealed that some cargoes originally destined for China would now be redirected to the United States, potentially ending Beijing’s position as Venezuela’s largest crude buyer. Following the announcement, U.S. crude prices fell by more than 1.5 percent amid expectations of increased oil supply. Currently, Chevron remains the only company exporting Venezuelan crude to the U.S. under a special authorization, shipping between 100,000 and 150,000 barrels per day despite the blockade. It remains unclear whether Venezuela will gain direct access to sales proceeds, as U.S. sanctions continue to exclude state oil firm PDVSA from the global financial system. Market estimates place the deal’s value at up to $1.9 billion, with Venezuela’s flagship Merey crude trading at a steep discount to Brent prices. Discussions between U.S. and Venezuelan officials reportedly include auction-based sales, new U.S. licenses for PDVSA partners, and the possible future use of Venezuelan oil in the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve. U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum welcomed the development, saying increased Venezuelan heavy crude supplies would benefit U.S. jobs, fuel prices, and Venezuela’s economy. Industry sources warn, however, that without sustained export routes, Venezuela may face further production cuts due to storage constraints.

Kebbi, National, News

Former AGF Abubakar Malami, Family Granted N500 Million Bail by Federal High Court

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Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Wednesday granted bail to former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, along with his wife and son, in the sum of N500 million each. This was contained in a statement from the court during the ruling on the bail application, which also included stringent conditions for their release. The judge ordered that the sureties must own landed property in the Asokoro, Maitama, or Gwarinpa areas of the Federal Capital Territory. The title documents of the properties are to be submitted to the court for verification by the Deputy Chief Registrar, and the sureties must depose to an affidavit of means. Read Also: APC Eyes Control of 30 States as Governor Yusuf Considers Defection Beyond Betrayal: The Real Politics Behind Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Calculated Move Atiku, Obi, Amaechi Jostle for ADC Ticket as Ex-VP Rejects Calls to Step Aside The court further directed that Malami, his wife, and son must deposit their international passports and other travel documents with the court. Justice Nwite also ruled that Malami must not travel outside the country without prior permission from the court. The case has been adjourned to a later date, which will be communicated to the parties for further proceedings.

National, News

Odusote Emerges First Female Director-General of Nigerian Law School

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the Director-General of the Nigerian Law School for a four-year term, effective January 10, 2026. This was contained in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday. Dr Odusote, who is currently the Deputy Director-General and Head of the Lagos Campus of the Nigerian Law School, will succeed Professor Isa Hayatu Chiroma, whose tenure expires on January 9, 2026, after eight years in office. At 54, she becomes the first woman to lead the institution since its establishment in 1962. She obtained her Bachelor of Laws degree from Obafemi Awolowo University and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1988. She also holds a Master of Laws degree from the same institution, with a specialisation in company and commercial law, and later earned a PhD in Law from the University of Surrey in the United Kingdom. Her research interests include public law and the administration of justice. Read Also: Defection Politics: How Yusuf’s APC Move Is Reshaping Kano’s Power Map IGP Orders Nationwide Deployment of Senior Police Officers Kano Politics: Ganduje’s Leadership Remains APC’s Strongest Asset Dr Odusote joined the Nigerian Law School in 2001 as a lecturer and has since served in several key academic and administrative roles, including Head of the Academic Department, Director of Academics, and Head of Campus. She also spent a period as a visiting scholar at Nottingham Trent University in the United Kingdom. She has published extensively in reputable local and international law journals and has presented academic papers at various legal education conferences. In addition, she has served on committees of both the Council of Legal Education and the Nigerian Bar Association. As Director-General, Dr Odusote will oversee the institution’s academic leadership, administrative management, and strategic direction across all its campuses. She will also serve as the principal liaison between the Nigerian Law School, the Council of Legal Education, the Body of Benchers, and the Nigerian Bar Association.

Kano, News

Kano Police Command Receives 30 Newly Posted ASPs

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The Kano State Police Command has received 30 newly posted Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) deployed from the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil. This was conveyed in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD. Receiving the officers at the command headquarters, CP Bakori congratulated them on the successful completion of their training and formal passing out from the academy, describing their deployment as a call to service and responsibility. The commissioner charged the officers to uphold professionalism, integrity, and discipline in the discharge of their duties, while serving as good ambassadors of the Nigeria Police Force in their various postings across the state. He further urged them to remain committed to protecting and promoting human rights, stressing that their conduct must reflect the core values of the force, including integrity, professionalism, and service to humanity. Read Also: IGP Orders Nationwide Deployment of Senior Police Officers Army Invites Nigerians to Apply for DSSC Officer Recruitment Defection Politics: How Yusuf’s APC Move Is Reshaping Kano’s Power Map CP Bakori reminded the officers of their primary responsibility to maintain law and order, prevent crime, and protect lives and property. He encouraged them to be approachable, fair, and respectful in their interactions with members of the public, while working closely with other security agencies and stakeholders to ensure the safety of Kano State. The commissioner also emphasised the need to safeguard the rights of vulnerable groups, particularly women and children, and called on the officers to take proactive measures in addressing issues such as gender-based violence, human trafficking, and other forms of exploitation. The newly deployed ASPs are expected to assume their respective duties across police divisions in the state with immediate effect, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen security and public safety in Kano State.

National, News

IGP Orders Nationwide Deployment of Senior Police Officers

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The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the deployment of the newly promoted Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Usaini Gumel, alongside 17 Commissioners of Police, to strategic departments, commands, and formations across the country. The redeployment is aimed at strengthening the operational capacity of the Nigeria Police Force, enhancing leadership effectiveness, improving public safety, and ensuring efficient service delivery nationwide. Under the new postings, DIG Gumel has been assigned to head the Force Intelligence Department, a key unit responsible for intelligence gathering and coordination within the police system. As part of the reshuffle, Aina Adesola has been deployed to the Delta State Police Command, Umar Mohammed Hadejia to the Kebbi State Police Command, and Iyamah Daniel Edobor to the Bayelsa State Police Command. Other officers redeployed include Osagie John Agans-Irabor, posted to the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit at the FCID Annex in Lagos; Johnson Ayodeji Babalola, deployed to the Special Enquiries Bureau, FCID, Abuja; and Adepegba K. Adetoye, assigned to the Marine Unit at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. Tabitha Bako has been posted as Deputy Commandant of the Police College in Kaduna, while Umar Ali Fagge will serve as Deputy Commandant of the Police College in Ikeja. Audu Garba Bosso has been deployed to General Investigation at the FCID Annex in Kaduna. Read Also: Army Invites Nigerians to Apply for DSSC Officer Recruitment Why Ganduje Matters as Kano Politics Enters a Defining Moment Defection Politics: How Yusuf’s APC Move Is Reshaping Kano’s Power Map Also affected by the postings are Edwin Esiunnoh Ogbeghagha, assigned to the Community Policing Department at the Force Headquarters, Abuja; Arikpo Ofem Ikpi, posted to the Investment Office under the Department of Logistics and Supply at the Force Headquarters; and Cyril Uchenna Obiozo, deployed to the Maritime Command in Lagos. Samuel Yerima has been appointed Coordinator of Courses at the Police Staff College in Jos, while Alhaji Mohammed Danlandi has been assigned to the X-Squad at the FCID Annex in Kaduna. Richard Bala Gara has been deployed to the Inspectorate Department under Training and Development at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, while Lasisi A. Titilola will head the Railway Command in Lagos. Obuagbaka C. John has been posted to the Safer Highway unit under the Department of Operations at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. The Inspector-General of Police charged the newly deployed senior officers to bring their wealth of experience to bear in their new assignments, urging them to provide purposeful, professional, and result-oriented leadership while upholding the highest standards of integrity, ethical conduct, and strict adherence to the rule of law.

Gombe, News

Gombe Tightens Security, Shuts Down Scrap Metal Business

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The Gombe State Government has imposed an immediate ban on the scrap metal business, popularly known as Bola Jari, citing serious security risks linked to the trade. The decision was announced on Monday by the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Zubair Muhammad Umar, following an expanded meeting of the State Security Council chaired by Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya. Umar said the council approved the ban after a thorough assessment of security reports indicating a rise in vandalism of public infrastructure and other criminal activities associated with scrap metal trading in the state. According to him, the meeting was convened to review emerging security challenges, during which the council adopted far-reaching security measures aimed at strengthening public safety and enhancing internal security across Gombe State. He noted that the council expressed deep concern over the persistent vandalisation of school facilities and other public assets, many of which were allegedly sold to scrap metal dealers. On the broader national security situation and its implications for the state, the attorney-general said the council resolved to intensify vigilance and surveillance, particularly with respect to individuals relocating into Gombe. Read Also: PAYMISH Co-founder Ties the Knot in Gombe Schools in Gombe Resumes new academic term today Gombe Government Disburses ₦726 Million Scholarships to 12,101 Female Students He explained that all persons seeking to reside or rent accommodation in the state would henceforth be properly profiled, with their personal details documented to strengthen intelligence gathering and enable security agencies to verify residents when necessary. Addressing recurring farmer-herder conflicts, Umar disclosed that the government had constituted an enforcement committee to implement recommendations contained in the White Paper on Grazing Reserves and Cattle Routes. He said the White Paper followed the report of an earlier committee chaired by a retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zubairu Muazu, which reviewed the status of grazing reserves and cattle routes across the state. Umar stressed that the measures were designed to promote peaceful coexistence, strengthen internal security, and enhance grassroots intelligence gathering. Also speaking, the Commissioner of Police in Gombe State, Umar Ahmad Chuso, said security agencies had intensified operations following recent incidents of abductions and killings in Pindiga, Akko Local Government Area. Describing the incidents as unfortunate, the police commissioner assured residents that concerted efforts were ongoing to rescue abducted victims, apprehend those responsible, and prevent a recurrence.

National, News

Army Invites Nigerians to Apply for DSSC Officer Recruitment

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The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of applications for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026, inviting qualified Nigerians to apply for commission as officers. In a statement issued by the Army, the DSSC programme is open to both civilians and serving military personnel who meet the stipulated requirements. Successful candidates will be commissioned into selected professional corps of the Nigerian Army. The corps available for the current intake include the Nigerian Army Engineers, Nigerian Army Signals, Nigerian Army Medical Corps, Nigerian Army Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, and the Nigerian Army Education Corps. The Army clarified that the application process is free of charge and will be conducted strictly online. Interested applicants are expected to submit their applications between January 7 and February 4, 2026, via the official Nigerian Army recruitment portal. Read Also: CDCFIB Announces Date for NSCDC, NIS, Fire Service Screening Nigerian Army Suspends Retirements Amid Nationwide Security Emergency Customs Service Board Makes Key Appointments Applicants seeking further information or clarification have been advised to contact the designated helplines on 08179269294 or 08109959294 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily, or visit the recruitment website at www.recruitment.army.mil.ng. The Nigerian Army urged eligible Nigerians to take advantage of the opportunity, while cautioning applicants to beware of fraudsters, stressing that the DSSC application process does not attract any form of payment.

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