Diezani Alison-Madueke Corruption Trial in London Delayed Again Over Legal, Technical Issues
The long-running UK corruption trial of former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources Diezani Alison-Madueke was delayed on Monday, January 20, 2026, due to legal and technical reasons, lawyers involved in…
Anambra Shuts Onitsha Main Market for One Week After Traders Defy Soludo’s Order
The Anambra State Government has ordered the immediate closure of Onitsha Main Market one of Nigeria’s largest and busiest commercial hubs for one week, starting Friday, January 24, 2026, following…
Gold Surges Past $5,000 per Ounce, Hits Record High Amid Geopolitical Tensions
The price of gold reached a historic milestone on Monday, January 20, 2026, climbing above $5,000 per ounce for the first time ever, as investors flocked to the traditional safe-haven…
Tinubu Reaffirms Governor Fubara as Authentic Leader of Rivers APC Amid Impeachment Threat & Wike Tensions
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has firmly reaffirmed Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the recognised leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, effectively throwing the weight of the Presidency…
Former UK Councillor Pleads Guilty to Multiple Rapes and Sexual Offences Against Ex-Wife Over 13 Years
A former councillor in the United Kingdom has pleaded guilty to a string of serious sexual offences, including multiple counts of rape, committed against his ex-wife over a 13-year period.…
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Sues Workers Over Indefinite Strike, Escalating Labour Tensions
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has filed a lawsuit against the leadership of the FCT workers’ unions over their ongoing indefinite strike, which has paralysed activities…
11 Nigerians Arrested in Thailand for Suspected Cyber Fraud & Online Scams
Thai police have arrested 11 Nigerian nationals in a major crackdown on suspected cyber fraud and online scam operations in the Thai capital, authorities announced on Friday, January 24, 2026.…
US Pledges Delivery of Outstanding Military Equipment to Nigeria – Drones, Helicopters & More
The United States has formally pledged to expedite and complete the delivery of outstanding military equipment purchased by Nigeria over the past five years, including advanced drones, helicopters, armoured vehicles,…