The Nigeria Police Force has said that it is still collating names of the victims of the mass abduction in Kaduna State. Speaking during an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television monitored by DAILY POST on Wednesday, the Force spokesman, Benjamin Hundeyin said the police will update Nigerians when they have more […] Kaduna abduction: We’re still collating names of victims – Police 

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has announced a revised operational approach for the ongoing Phase II Continuous Voter Registration, CVR, exercise in Osun State. The Commission also approved the rotation of the INEC Voter Enrolment Device (IVED) across communities to widen access for eligible voters. The announcement was contained in a statement issued by […] INEC to rotate IVED to expand voter access in Osun

A 52-year-old man, Ilori Elicanah, on Wednesday bagged a five-year jail term for illegal mining activities. A Kwara State High Court sitting in Ilorin, presided over by Justice Abimbola Awogboro, sentenced the convict after finding him guilty of unlawful possession of solid minerals. The Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) […] Illegal miner bags five-year jail term in Kwara

Mohammed Bashir Saleh reveals his link to the Ansaru terrorist group before the 2011 UN House bombing as defendants contest confessions obtained under duress.

According to the Congress, the government’s reliance on the law reinforces public confidence in both traditional institutions and democratic governance The post Ijebu Congress commends Ogun govt for upholding integrity in Awujale selection process appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Nasarawa State chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Godwin Williams, has been suspended over alleged anti-party activities. Read More: https://punchng.com/nasarawa-adc-suspends-chairman-over-anti-party-activities/

The Theatre Commander, Operation Fansan Yamma, a military offensive in the North West, Major General Warrah Idris, has said that bandit leader Bello Turji is in panic and confusion as The post Bello Turji in panic, disarray amidst intensified onslaught -Military appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Vice President of Nigeria and a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has said Nigerians are no longer impressed by the government’s strong language of condemnation. Atiku made the remark while expressing concern over the increasing audacity of bandits, who he said now attack at will without being challenged. Reacting to […] Kaduna attack: Nigerians no longer impressed – Atiku lament bandits’ audacity

Sunny Ndukwu, media aide to the sacked Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, has resigned his membership of the party amid the ongoing leadership crisis. In a letter dated January 4, 2026, and addressed to the Chairman of the PDP, Nguru Umuowa Ward 6, Ngor Okpala LGA of Imo State, Ndukwu stated […] PDP crisis deepens as Anyanwu’s aide, Ndukwu resigns party membership

The tribunal is expected to adjudicate over disputes that may arise from the area council elections scheduled to take place in the FCT on 21 February. The post FCT Chief Judge inaugurates Area Council Election Appeal Tribunal appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Denmark hopes the United States will participate in future NATO Arctic drills despite ongoing disputes over the future of Greenland, says its defence minis Read More: https://punchng.com/denmark-hopes-us-joins-nato-arctic-drills-despite-greenland-row/

We strongly condemn and reject the ongoing attempt to forcibly take over the properties of the late Sir Lucky Omoluwa, Chairman of Pinnacle Communication Nigeria Limited, through what appears to be a coordinated abuse of police power and a blatant disregard for the rule of law. On Friday, 16th January 2026, at about 6:00–6:30pm, and […]

A prominent writer explains why the alleged babymama of Davido cannot compel the Adeleke family to acknowledge Anu, a girl who claimed to be the singer's daughter.

Jean-Philippe Mateta has told Crystal Palace he wants to leave, with Premier League and European clubs interested. The forward has 18 months left on his de Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-mateta-tells-crystal-palace-he-wants-to-leave/

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he had reached a framework for a deal over Greenland following a meeting with NATO chief Mark Rutte, and that he would therefore waive tariffs scheduled to hit European allies. The post Trump says agreed ‘framework’ for US deal over Greenland appeared first on Vanguard News.

Reports of the abduction in Kurmin Wali, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, emerged on Sunday, with over 100 worshippers said to have been taken during the attack. The post Kaduna Abduction: No Inconsistency In Police Communication – Spokesman appeared first on Channels Television.

Read today’s top stories: DSS summons Awujale nominees for screening, Deji Adeleke defends Davido over paternity claims, and Turji is in panic. Read More: https://punchng.com/evening-recap-dss-summons-awujale-nominees-adeleke-defends-davido-turji-in-panic-other-top-stories/

Former Super Eagles captain, Sunday Oliseh, has claimed that Nigeria is trying to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament through the ‘office.’ Oliseh spoke during his Sunday Oliseh’s Global Football Insights following the conclusion of the 2025 AFCON tournament in Morocco which Senegal were crowned champions after beating the host nation in the […] World Cup 2026: Nigeria trying to qualify through office – Sunday Oliseh

The US$240 million project, which includes a new cement line, power plant, and other key facilities, will significantly increase BUA Cement’s production capacity to 20 million tons upon completion, strengthening regional supply. The post BUA Cement signs agreement to build new 3-million-ton-per-annum facility in Sokoto appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Manchester City’s players will refund ticket costs for fans who flew all the way to the Arctic Circle only to witness a humiliating 3-1 defeat to Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League. City suffered one of the most chastening results in their history on Tuesday as the Norwegian minnows claimed their first Champions League group-stage victory. […] The post UCL: Man City Players To Refund Fans After Bodo/Glimt Defeat appeared first on OsunDefender.

A lady cries out on social media as she seeks help to identify a mysterious object she found at her grandmother's place and asks for assistance in identifying it.

LAGOS – The National Judicial Council (NJC) has confirmed receipt of a petition relating to actions connected with the Enugu Economic Survival Summit, which was scheduled to hold in Lagos… The post NJC Confirms Receipt Of Petition On Enugu Economic Survival Summit appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

One of the suspects being prosecuted by the Department of State Services (DSS) alongside Khalid Al-Barnawi and others over the 26 August 2011 bombing of the United Nations building in Abuja has told the Federal High Court how he became involved with the terror group. At the resumed trial before Justice Emeka Nwite in Abuja, […] The post UN building bombing: Suspect opens up on joining Al-Barnawi before attack appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ogun State has launched OgunLearn, an AI-powered platform that modernised teaching, empowered teachers and enhanced student learning across schools.

In a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday, the CNPP said the court’s order directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise the Nenadi Usman–led Caretaker Committee as the legitimate authority of the Labour Party, pending the conduct of a national convention, represents a major boost for Nigeria’s democratic development.

The Murtala Muhammed Foundation (MMF) has announced the commencement of a series of national and international commemorative activities to mark the 50th anniversary of the assassination of former Nigerian Head… The post MMF Set to Mark 50th Anniversary Of General Murtala Muhammed’s Assassination appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has denied claims that arms or ammunition were discovered in any residence linked to him. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Special Assistant on Media, Mohammed Bello Doka, Malami described the claims as false, unsubstantiated and unsupported by any official […] Alleged terrorism financing: No arms found in my residence — Malami

Niger Tornadoes defender, Chibueze Ezeifule Damien said that he is ready to return to action after a brief illness. Damien missed the Ikon Allah Boys opening fixtures of the second stanza. The former Kun Khalifat FC defender was outstanding in the team’s defence in the first round. “I’m fully fit now after overcoming the illness […] NPFL: Niger Tornadoes defender Damien ready for action after illness 

Snapchat reaches a settlement to avoid a civil trial accusing it of addicting young people, a bellwether case for similar lawsuits against social media gia Read More: https://punchng.com/snapchat-settles-to-avoid-social-media-addiction-trial/

The former Edo State governor emphasized that he fully supports the new tax policy, noting that no government can function without taxes. The post Tinubu’s Tax Policy Is Progressive, I Fully Support It – Oshiomhole appeared first on Channels Television.

Atiku Abubakar criticises ineffective peace deals, urging the Tinubu administration to ensure robust security reforms against rising bandit attacks across Nigeria.

Atletico Madrid's hopes of earning a Champions League top eight spot at the end of the league phase were diminished by a 1-1 draw at Galatasaray on Wednesday in their penultimate fixture. The post UCL: Atletico frustrated to 1-1 draw away at Galatasaray appeared first on Vanguard News.

Stella Omona Nigeria’s North-West region is in focus as the European Union on Wednesday announced a grant of €557 million in humanitarian aid to African countries for 2026. The amount,… The post Nigeria, Other African Countries Get €557 As EU Announces €1.9bn Humanitarian Aid Budget For 2026 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, has said that the Police Commissioner in Kaduna State never said there was no attack. Hundeyin made this statement on Wednesday while responding to questions in an interview on ‘Politics Today’, a programme on Channels Television monitored by DAILY POST. He was speaking on Kaduna attack, where over 100 […] Kaduna abduction: Police Commissioner never said there was no attack – Force Spokesman

Governor Uba Sani has promised that his administration, in collaboration with other security agencies, will ensure the safe return of all those who were abducted in Kurmin Wali village on Sunday. The Governor who made this pledge on Wednesday when he led a large delegation of senior government officials and  heads of security agencies to […] Kurmin Wali: Abductees will return safely – Uba Sani assures

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 21 -The Metropolitan Hospital in Nairobi, in collaboration with India’s Marengo Asia Hospital, has carried out the first robotic-assisted knee replacement surgeries in East and Central Africa. The procedures were performed by orthopedic surgeons from the two institutions, with the first surgery conducted in December 2025 and the second in January this […]