The Federal Government has ordered the immediate commencement of palliative works on the Lagos–Ota–Abeokuta Road to address critical failures and restore traffic flow. The post FG orders night repairs on failed Lagos–Ota–Abeokuta road appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former Environment Minister Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng has criticised Ghana’s approach to national development, describing existing visions as largely aspirational and unsupported by science, technology and innovation.

Real Madrid have appointed Alvaro Arbeloa to replace Xabi Alonso as manager. Alonso was sacked by the Spanish giants on Monday after only seven months. The decision came a day after Los Blancos lost 3-2 to Barcelona in the SuperCopa final. Before taking the role, Arbeloa had been working as the coach of Madrid’s reserve […] LaLiga: Real Madrid confirm manager to replace Xabi Alonso

The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak, has announced the arrest of a suspect accused of fraudulently selling recruitment slots into Ghana’s security services, as authorities intensify efforts to sanitise the recruitment process.

Suspected herders in the early hours of Tuesday launched another deadly raid on Otobi-Akpa community in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, leaving at least four people dead with more feared missing. Residents said that the armed attackers stormed the community shortly after midnight, firing indiscriminately and forcing families to flee into the bush. [...]

Former Nigeria striker, Victor Ikpeba, has spoken about how much Akor Adams has impressed him at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Ikpeba has praised the qualities Adams has added to the Super Eagles attack. Adams has scored twice so far and also provided two assists in five matches. “I personally have been really impressed […] AFCON 2025: Ikpeba names surprise player in Super Eagles team

‎The newly elected Executive of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Cross River Chapter, on Monday paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Staff to Cross River Governor, The post ‎Otu’s CoS receives C’River NIPR exco, pledges support appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman currently leads the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, goal contributions chart in Morocco. The Atalanta forward has seven goal contributions (3 goals, 4 assists) to his name so far. Behind Lookman is fellow Nigerian teammate Victor Osimhen, who has six goal contributions (4 goals, 2 assists). Morocco’s Brahim Díaz and Egypt’s […] Nigeria’s Lookman leads AFCON goal contributions [Top 8]

A leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Nyama, has rebuked the Nyhiaso MP, Dr Stephen Amoah, following comments suggesting that former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo sidelined him in favour of Dr Mohammed Amin Adam for the position of Finance Minister.

Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has criticised the Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his claim that President Bola Tinubu has abandoned governance by spending long periods outside the country. Omokri’s reaction followed a post by Obi on his verified X handle on Monday, where he questioned the President’s whereabouts and described his […] You are trader not leader – Omokri fires at Obi over Tinubu’s whereabouts 

In terms of artificial intelligence (AI) deployment readiness across the globe, Nigeria has ranked 72nd and fourth in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) behind Kenya, South Africa and Mauritius at 65th, 67th, and 71st, respectively. The post Nigeria ranks 72nd in AI readiness as Egypt leads region appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Nigeria is leveraging the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) to translate climate commitments into tangible, fundable projects, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, told newsmen, yesterday, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The post Obi faults Tinubu’s UAE trip, says Nigeria can’t be governed from abroad appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Former Arsenal player, Sol Campbell has said Enzo Maresca left Chelsea because he might have another job already planned. He wondered why the Italian coach would leave a club that is “going in the right direction.” Maresca left the Blues on New Year’s Day earlier this month because he had a disagreement with the club’s […] EPL: Why Enzo Maresca left Chelsea – Sol Campbell

The Executive Chairman of the Nasarawa State Universal Basic Education Board (NSUBEB), Dr. Kassim Muhammad Kassim, has suspended the Head of the Personnel Department of the Akun Development Education Authority, Theresa Amos, over allegations of corruption. The suspension, which takes immediate effect, was announced by the board Chairman on Monday, who said the action was […] Nasarawa: NSUBEB Chairman suspends personnel head over alleged corruption 

ITODE AKARI PORT HARCOURT – The Rivers State Government has launched a full investigation into allegations of extortion and examination malpractice at the state-owned Rivers State College of Nursing Sciences.… The post Rivers Investigates Nursing College Alleged Exam Question Leak, Extortion appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Police have arrested the suspect who went into hiding after the death of a landlady at Agona Nyakrom in the Central Region.

Former Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, has cautioned the New Patriotic Party (NPP) against re-electing former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as its presidential candidate, warning that such a decision would lead to serious consequences for the party.

Explaining the initiative, the Director of Press and Public Relations, Mohammed Ahmed, said the project was one of the 260 emergency federal road interventions approved nationwide by the current administration.

The Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul fight generated a staggering $267m purse, making it the richest showdown of 2025 after a sixth-round knockout. Read More: https://punchng.com/267m-joshua-paul-richest-fight-of-2025/

The Ghana Police Service has arrested seven suspected members of a human trafficking syndicate and rescued 48 victims in two separate intelligence-led operations in Ho in the Volta Region.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Osun State has strongly criticised the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, popularly known as AMBO, over his assertion that the August 8, 2026 governorship election would be a “penalty without a goalkeeper.” In a statement on Monday, the ADC described the remark […] The post ADC Blasts Ambo’s ‘Penalty Without Goalkeeper’ Boast, Says Osun Will Deliver Historic Political Upset appeared first on OsunDefender.

Two goals against the Atlas Lions tomorrow will put Victor James Osimhen at par with Nigeria’s revered ‘goalsfather’ Rashidi Yekini in the number of goals scored for the Nigeria national team at the senior level. The post Yekini’s record on the brink as Iwobi closes in on a century of caps   appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Kogi State Police Command successfully foils an attack on its Obajana operational base, arresting several suspects and neutralizing assailants. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-foil-attack-on-kogi-operational-base-arrest-suspects/

  MOGADISHU, Jan. 13 (Xinhua) — Somalia has terminated all existing agreements signed with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Cabinet, which met in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, cancelled all agreements signed with related government agencies, entities, and regional administrations to safeguard the nation’s unity, territorial integrity, […]

Peller explained that the incident made him feel drained mentally and physically, as well as helpless...

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 13 – Google Kenya Country General Manager Phyllis Migwi has announced she will leave her position in February, ending a three-and-a-half-year tenure at the helm of the company’s Kenyan operations. In a post on LinkedIn, Migwi did not disclose her next role or destination. “After an enriching 3.5 years, I am excited […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 13 – Microsoft Kenya Country General Manager Phyllis Migwi has announced she will leave her position in February, ending a three-and-a-half-year tenure at the helm of the company’s Kenyan operations. In a post on LinkedIn, Migwi did not disclose her next role or destination. “After an enriching 3.5 years, I am excited […]

One person has been confirmed dead and three others injured following a road traffic accident at Owura Twum, off the Kibi–Suhum Road, in the Eastern Region.

MultiChoice Nigeria, a Canal + company, has announced a leadership transition, as Chief Executive Officer, John Ugbe, retires after a distinguished tenure.  He will be succeeded by Kemi Omotosho, who The post MultiChoice names new CEO as Ugbe retires appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

This is not paranoia. This is not sentiment. This is not the hysterics of partisan fandom. This is evidence-based alarm, grounded squarely in the FIFA Laws of the Game and the VAR Protocol.

A week after Kebbi State government’s pledge to provide regular water supply in the metropolis, residents in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital, have cried out over lack of portable water for domestic use. LEADERSHIP gathered that the affected residents are in Badariya, Rafin Atiku, Nassarawa, Illelar Yari, Makerar Gandu and other parts of old town.When […]

Nigerian actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has set a new benchmark in Nollywood with her latest movie, Behind The Scenes, which has emerged as the highest-grossing Nigerian film of 2025. The film has pulled in an impressive ₦2.103 billion within just one month of its cinema release, making it the first Nollywood production to cross [...]

Popular Nigerian dancer and social media personality Jane Mena has shared an emotional testimony after her young son narrowly escaped what could have been a serious accident at their home. According to Mena, the incident occurred on December 24, 2025, when her one-year-and-ten-month-old toddler unexpectedly opened a room door and made his way toward the [...]

Gunmen suspected to be armed robbers have shot dead a yet-to-be-identified commercial motorcyclist in Ikot Ambang axis of Ibiono Ibom local government area, Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital. An eyewitness, Enobong Usen, who operates a retail outlet, on the Ikot Ambang portion of the Uyo-Ikot Ekpene Highway, explained that the incident occurred near the […]

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has continued to receive accolades from residents following the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate degree on him by Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology, Aliero. The honour was conferred upon Governor Lawal during the university’s inaugural joint convocation ceremony. Reacting to the conferment, a cross-section of residents in […]

Emissions were estimated to decline 1.6 per cent year-on-year, said Citepa, a non-profit organisation tasked by France's ecology ministry with tallying the country's greenhouse gas inventory. The post France Climate Goals Off Track As Emissions Cuts Slow Again appeared first on Channels Television.