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After Nomination, Garo Pledges Loyalty to Gov Yusuf, Seeks Party Unity

After Nomination, Garo Pledges Loyalty to Gov Yusuf, Seeks Party Unity

APC Ex-Councillors Back Garo’s Nomination, Commend Gov Yusuf

APC Ex-Councillors Back Garo’s Nomination, Commend Gov Yusuf

Ranchers Bees Return to NPFL After 16-Year Absence

Ranchers Bees Return to NPFL After 16-Year Absence

2027 Elections: PDP Faction Opens Sale of Forms, Female Aspirants Get Waiver

2027 Elections: PDP Faction Opens Sale of Forms, Female Aspirants Get Waiver

Tinubu Points to Past Errors in Power Sector as Blackouts Persist

Tinubu Points to Past Errors in Power Sector as Blackouts Persist

Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to Algeria, Mohammed Mahmud Lele, Dies at 50

Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to Algeria, Mohammed Mahmud Lele, Dies at 50

Coup Plot Case: Families, Lawyers Finally Reach Detained Officers

Coup Plot Case: Families, Lawyers Finally Reach Detained Officers

ASUP ABCOAD Chapter Elects New Executives, Pledges Stronger Unionism

ASUP ABCOAD Chapter Elects New Executives, Pledges Stronger Unionism

Pro-Democracy Group Endorses Garo, Urges Unity Ahead of Confirmation

Pro-Democracy Group Endorses Garo, Urges Unity Ahead of Confirmation

Tinubu Reshuffles Education Agencies, Appoints Adelabu, Salako, Others

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Former APC National Chairman Ganduje Back in Nigeria After Dubai Vacation

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By Umar Idris Shuaibu, Abuja Immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and immediate past Governor of Kano State, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has returned to Nigeria after spending several weeks on vacation in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Dr. Ganduje arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on Saturday at about 4:30 p.m. aboard an Emirates Airline flight and has since departed for Abuja. This was conveyed in a statement signed by Muhammad Garba, Chief of Staff to the former APC National Chairman, which noted that Dr. Ganduje’s return would be followed by a series of consultations and stakeholders’ meetings centred on recent political developments in Kano State. According to the statement, the engagements are aimed at reviewing the evolving political landscape and enabling wide consultations with party leaders and other critical stakeholders. Read Also: Abba Yusuf’s Calculated Defection Leaves Old Loyalists Politically Exposed APC Eyes Control of 30 States as Governor Yusuf Considers Defection Kano Politics: Ganduje’s Leadership Remains APC’s Strongest Asset Dr. Ganduje is also expected to participate in the ongoing APC nationwide electronic membership registration (e-registration) exercise. The initiative, which was introduced during his tenure as National Chairman of the party, is designed to modernise the APC’s membership database, improve internal planning, and ensure that membership records are comprehensive, credible, and easily accessible. The former governor, the statement added, remains committed to strengthening party structures and promoting inclusive dialogue in support of democratic consolidation within the APC, particularly in Kano State.

Kano, News

Waiya Urges Kano Information Officers to Amplify Publicity of Govt Projects

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The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, has urged Information Officers across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the state to intensify the publicity of developmental and people-oriented projects being executed by the government. This was conveyed in a statement signed by Sani Abba Yola of the Kano State Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs, following a meeting held at the ministry where the commissioner addressed Information Officers on strategies to improve performance and strengthen effective information dissemination. Waiya stressed the importance of professionalism, objectivity and commitment to the dissemination of accurate and credible information, noting that strict adherence to ethics and regulations guiding information management is essential to safeguarding public interest and promoting informed public participation. He reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to strengthening the capacity of Information Officers through the provision of necessary working tools and continuous training programmes aimed at enhancing efficiency and output. Read Also: Abba Yusuf’s Calculated Defection Leaves Old Loyalists Politically Exposed Islamic Month of Rajab Holds Spiritual Significance but No Exclusive Worship, Says Kano Cleric APC Eyes Control of 30 States as Governor Yusuf’s Possible Defection Redraws Kano Politics The commissioner also disclosed plans to organise a special engagement involving commissioners, heads of agencies and Information Officers to jointly explore ways of building a more cordial and productive working relationship among stakeholders in government communication. He further emphasised the need for closer collaboration between news editors and Information Officers to ensure the timely and effective dissemination of information on the policies, programmes and developmental projects of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration. In their separate remarks, the Acting Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Usman Bello, and the Director of Information, Aminu Kabir Yasser, underscored the importance of discipline among officers to guarantee efficient and effective service delivery. They also urged Information Officers to consistently seek feedback from beneficiaries of government projects and programmes as part of impact assessment and performance evaluation, stressing that such feedback would help improve service delivery and strengthen public trust.

International, News

Trump Acknowledges Muslims Are Also Killed in Nigeria

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United States President Donald Trump has for the first time publicly acknowledged that Muslims are also victims of killings in Nigeria, slightly revising earlier statements that emphasized attacks against Christians. In an interview with The New York Times this week, Trump spoke about the U.S. military strike carried out on Christmas Day against Islamic State-linked militants in northwest Nigeria. He suggested that while he would prefer the action to remain a one-time strike, further military interventions could follow if attacks continue. “I’d love to make it a one‑time strike … but if they continue to kill Christians, it will be a many‑time strike,” he said. When pressed on reports from his Africa adviser indicating that extremist groups such as Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province have also targeted Muslims, Trump stated: “I think that Muslims are being killed also in Nigeria.” The Nigerian government has consistently refuted claims that any single religious group is being deliberately targeted, insisting that both Christians and Muslims have been affected by the violence. Authorities say attacks, kidnappings, and banditry in various regions of the country are consequences of broader security challenges and criminal activity rather than systematic persecution. Read Also: Explosion Hits Mosque During Maghrib Prayer in Maiduguri Gunmen Kill Seven in Fresh Attack on Katsina Village Jos Muslims Say Over 4,700 Members Killed Since 2001 Crises Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation with over 230 million people, is almost evenly divided between Christians, who are mainly in the south, and Muslims, concentrated in the north. The ongoing security crisis, driven by extremist insurgencies and other armed groups, continues to cause widespread human suffering across religious and ethnic lines. U.S. Involvement and International Response Trump’s remarks come amid heightened debate over the role of the U.S. in Nigeria’s security situation. This includes discussions over possible additional strikes and previous measures, such as redesignating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern under U.S. law due to alleged failures to protect religious communities. The statements have reignited conversations about the nature of the violence in Nigeria and the international community’s response.

Health, Humanitarian, National, News

National Industrial Court Stops Doctors’ Strike Scheduled for January 12

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The National Industrial Court in Abuja has temporarily stopped medical doctors across Nigeria from proceeding with their planned nationwide strike, originally scheduled to commence on January 12, 2026. Justice E.D. Subilim delivered the ruling yesterday in an ex parte application brought by the Federal Government of Nigeria. The suit, filed under case number NICN/ABJ/06/2026, lists the Federal Government and the Attorney-General of the Federation as the applicants, while the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), NARD President Mohammed Suleiman, and Dr. Shuaibu Ibrahim are the respondents. The planned industrial action by NARD had been threatened last week, citing worsening welfare conditions and systemic neglect that, according to the association, have negatively affected morale and healthcare delivery nationwide. In granting the interim injunction, Justice Subilim restrained the respondents from calling, directing, organizing, participating in, or embarking upon any form of industrial action including strikes, work stoppages, go-slows, picketing, or any other form of protest or disruption. The order also prevents respondents from taking steps preparatory to any form of industrial action from January 12, 2026. Read Also: Abba Yusuf’s Calculated Defection Leaves Old Loyalists Politically Exposed Islamic Month of Rajab Holds Spiritual Significance but No Exclusive Worship, Says Kano Cleric APC Eyes Control of 30 States as Governor Yusuf’s Possible Defection Redraws Kano Politics The court specified that the order will remain in force pending the hearing and determination of the motion on notice, fixed for January 21, 2026. Justice Subilim also directed that the interim order be served on the respondents within seven days and that they are at liberty to apply to the court to discharge or vary the order within the same period. Prior to the court’s ruling, the Association of Resident Doctors at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abuja, had publicly expressed support for the planned nationwide strike. In a statement issued by the FMC executive committee, led by Dr. Awuzie Chinemezu Donald, the doctors cited breaches of agreements, persistent neglect, and poor welfare conditions as reasons necessitating the industrial action, which they tagged TICS 2.0 (Total Indefinite Comprehensive Strike). The statement highlighted key demands, including the reinstatement of five doctors dismissed from the Federal Teaching Hospital, Lokoja, the implementation of outstanding promotions and salary arrears, and the payment of professional allowances with arrears included in the 2026 national budget. It also called for clarification by the Federal Ministry of Health and the Office of the Head of Service on skipping and entry-level issues, the reintroduction of specialist allowances, and the resolution of house officers’ salary delays. The FMC doctors emphasized that the strike was a last resort following the federal government’s failure to honor the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) previously signed with NARD. They reiterated their commitment to professional dignity and fair labor practices, urging authorities to address the pending issues immediately. The committee stressed that the healthcare system cannot function optimally when its workforce is consistently disrespected, overworked, and subjected to broken agreements.

National, News

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.

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