A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail the Commissioner of Finance in Bauchi State, Yakubu Adamu at N500million among other conditions in relation to the money laundering charge brought against him and one other.
Justice Emeka Nwite, in a ruling on Friday, ordered to produce two sureties, who must be land owners within Maitama, Asokoro or Gwarinpa District of Abuja.
Imisi, the winner of Big Brother Naija season 10, has shared an open letter to her fans, reflecting on her journey since winning the show.
In a post on Instagram, she expressed gratitude for the support she received from her fans, known as “Imistars,” and acknowledged the challenges she faced after winning.
The 23-year-old noted that the past year has been a mix of highs and lows, but she’s learning and growing every day.
She thanked her fans for standing by her, even when she made mistakes, and for holding her accountable.
She wrote, “My Imistars, As the year gets started , I have been reflecting on everything that has happened. From the journey in the house to life after the show, this year has changed me in ways I never imagined. It came with beautiful highs, difficult lows, lessons, mistakes, and so much growth.
“After winning the show, a lot happened very fast. The pressure was real, the expectations were loud, and I’m still learning in real time. I won’t always get everything right, but I’m growing, taking lessons, and becoming better each day. Through every phase, every struggle, and even my mistakes, you stayed. Your continued support, even when I’m still figuring things out, means more to me than you know.”
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Imisi also expressed her gratitude to God for His guidance and protection throughout her journey.
She prayed for grace, clarity, and consistency for herself and her fans in the new year, wishing them peace, joy, and abundance.
She added: “Above all, I thank God for His grace, strength, protection, and guidance through every season. Without Him, none of this would be possible.
“You voted, defended, prayed, encouraged, and reminded me who I was when the noise got heavy. You held me down and also held me accountable, and that balance means everything to me.
“As this year closes, I want you to know that none of this would mean the same without you. This win, this journey, this growth we share it.
“As we step into 2026, my prayer is for grace, clarity, and consistency for myself, and for peace, joy, and abundance for every single one of you. I pray the new year brings answered prayers, healing, growth, and big wins for us all.
“Here’s to a new year, new lessons, and new levels. Whatever comes next, I know I’m not walking alone”.
“Davido is my most supportive friend, even before my fame. Davido’s family has always shown me support,” he said.
He added that Davido’s family has always shown him support, and he also praised Tunji Adeleke and his family for being a constant source of motivation.
“Tunji Adeleke is also my close friend. The whole family is lovely and supportive. They have supported me right from the very beginning. Big shout out to Davido and the Adelekes,” Layi added.
Renowned gospel singer Dunsin Oyekan has released his first single of the year, “AMEN,” featuring the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye.
The song, which is now available on all digital streaming platforms worldwide, is a collaboration that has generated significant excitement among gospel music enthusiasts.
The official music video is scheduled for release by 6pm on Friday.
In a social media post, Oyekan shared a lighthearted moment from the recording session, where Pastor Adeboye asked if his contribution was satisfactory.
“I remember Daddy asking me if what he did on the song was good enough”, he asked.
Oyekan replied, “Daddy, even if you coughed in it, it’s a blessing already.”
China has imposed a 13 per cent value-added tax on condoms, contraceptive drugs and devices as part of renewed efforts to reverse the country’s declining birth rate.
The policy, which took effect from January 1, brings to an end more than three decades of tax exemptions on contraceptive products.
The world’s second-largest economy has recorded a steady population decline, with China’s population shrinking for the third consecutive year since 2024. The trend has raised concerns about the long-term impact on the country’s labour force and economic growth.
Following decades of strict population control under the one-child policy, which was enforced from 1980 to 2015, Chinese authorities have shifted focus to encouraging childbirth and supporting young families.
As part of these measures, the government has introduced wide-ranging incentives, including a 90 billion yuan (about $12.7 billion) childcare subsidy programme. In addition, families are to receive an annual subsidy of 3,600 yuan for each child under the age of three in 2025.
The Chinese government has also announced that national health insurance schemes will now cover childbirth-related expenses, further easing the financial burden on prospective parents.
Wife of Oyo Governor, Mrs. Tamunominini Makinde, has presented cash and gifts to the first baby born in the State in 2026.
The gesture marked the beginning of the New Year with continued provision of support to maternal and child healthcare across the state.
The baby by Olajire Rihanat came at exactly 12:20am, in Adaramagbo Primary Health Care, Olomi Olorunkemi area of Ibadan, in Oluyole Local Government Area.
The First Lady was represented at the presentation by the Oyo Head of Service, Mrs Olubumi Oni and Commissioner for Health, Dr Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi.
They conveyed the goodwill of the governor’s wife to the mother and family while congratulating them on the safe delivery, describing the birth as a positive sign for the year ahead.
Speaking at the event, the state Head of Service noted that the annual presentation to the first baby of the year reflects the state government’s commitment to the welfare of mothers and newborns, particularly at the primary healthcare level.
She urged expectant mothers to continue to make use of government health facilities for safe deliveries.
The Commissioner for Health reiterated the government’s resolve to strengthen healthcare services across the state, especially in maternal and child health, adding that the administration would continue to invest in facilities, personnel and essential services.
The mother of the baby expressed gratitude to the Oyo State Government and the Governor’s wife for the support, describing the gesture as timely and encouraging.
TikToker Peller has officially announced his breakup with girlfriend Jarvis, citing a need for personal growth and space.
The announcement came during a TikTok night livestream on January 1, 2026, where Peller stated that they are now just friends and asked fans to respect their decision.
He said, “Jarvis and I have officially breakup. For now we’re just friends. We kindly ask everyone to respect our decisions. She’s my friend now, please don’t bully anybody”.
The breakup comes after Peller was involved in a car accident on December 14, 2025, which was reportedly linked to emotional distress following the breakup.
He was hospitalised and later arrested by the Nigerian Police Force.
Peller also said he has apologised to Jarvis’ family and expressed gratitude for their forgiveness.
“I have spoken with her family. I have begged her family to please forgive me. Her family was angry but the later forgive me. We’re still friends but she said I should just varnish for now,” he added.
Recall that Jarvis had previously confirmed the breakup, stating that it was necessary for both parties to focus on personal growth and emotional healing.
Afrobeats singer Skales has attributed his career revival to a viral moment involving Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, who danced to his 2015 hit “Shake Body”.
The clip, which sparked widespread attention on social media, marked a turning point in Skales’ career, leading to exclusive invites, a new song tribute, and renewed interest in his music.
He made this known while giving his testimony at Harvesters church.
According to Skales, the beginning of 2025 was a spiritually demanding period, marked by intense prayers and fasting, stating that he had written down seven specific prayer points, all of which were answered in a single day.
“Earlier this year [2025], I prayed a lot, I fasted a lot; I’ve never fasted like this year. I told God that he needed to bless me because I’m being laughed at and my career just looked funny. I wrote down seven prayer points, and all of them happened in one day. The one that changed my life was when a kid in Barcelona, Lamine Yamal, did a simple dance step to my song, and it went viral and changed my whole life”, he said.
The viral video was the catalyst for his career revival, propelling him back into the spotlight.
The viral moment, which drew reactions from fans and industry observers alike, led to Skales’ invitation to perform at the Copa del Rey celebration, a prestigious club event.
A new song tribute, “Dance Like Lamine Yamal,” was also released.
…commends elder statesman’s continued leadership in Adamawa, Taraba
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated former Corps Marshal and Chief Executive of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Major General Haladu Anthony Hananiya (rtd), on his 84th birthday, describing him as a humble and steadfast public servant whose life has been devoted to national service.
In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu rejoiced with the retired general, who clocked 84 on January 2, 2026, praising his illustrious military career and contributions to Nigeria’s diplomatic and public service history.
Hananiya, the President recalled, served the country in several strategic military and diplomatic roles, including as General Officer Commanding the Second Mechanised Division in Ibadan.
He was also appointed Defence Adviser to the Nigerian High Commission in London between 1978 and 1981, before later serving as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom in 1984.
The President noted that Hananiya’s tenure in London coincided with a turbulent period in Nigeria’s political history, marked by the attempted abduction of exiled politician, Alhaji Umaru Dikko.
The elder statesman later represented Nigeria as Ambassador to Ethiopia, with concurrent accreditation to Somalia, the then Organisation of African Unity (OAU), and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) between 1985 and 1987.
He retired from active military service in 1986.
Following his retirement, Hananiya was recalled to national service by the military government and appointed Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Commission, a position he held from 1994 to 1999, helping to strengthen road safety administration during the formative years of the agency.
“Major General Hananiya was a humble public servant and military officer, ever ready to serve his nation and community,” President Tinubu said.
The President also acknowledged Hananiya’s post-service contributions to grassroots leadership, noting his role as national leader of the Gongola People’s Forum, a socio-cultural association uniting ethnic nationalities in Adamawa and Taraba states.
“As national leader of the Gongola People’s Forum, he continues to play a pivotal role in providing leadership to his people,” Tinubu added.
The President prayed for continued strength and good health for the octogenarian, saying: “I pray that Almighty God will grant him many more years of life, good health, and continued strength to serve his people and nation.”
The outgoing Delta Police Commissioner, AIG Olufemi Abaniwonda, has applauded the various stakeholders who contributed in the building of a befitting Warri Area Command office, describing it as a testament to a cordial working relationship between police and the residents of the area.
Speaking during commissioning of the ultra-modern Area Command office complex in Warri on Monday, AIG Abaniwonda, who was performing his first official assignment in his new rank of an Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG), noted that what was being witnessed was part of the vision for initiating community policing two decades ago.
While commending the Warri Area Commander, ACP Graham Imade, for ensuring the completion of the building project within two years of assuming office, the Police boss lauded the residents of the area, especially the traditional institutions, individuals, corporate bodies and groups who contributed towards the completion of the building project.
He urged other officers to also take advantage of the good relationship built with the residents of their immediate communities to initiate ideas that would support policing operations in such places, inorder for the men and officers to be able to effectively perform their duties of securing lives and property in those areas for the good of the law abiding residents.
Imade said he was challenged to take up the responsibility of completing the office complex on assumption of office to see that the Command’s was still operating in the same small building that had been there for decades and no longer befitting for its status.
According to him: “When I assumed responsibility as the Area Commander, Warri, I felt the urgent need to improve the working environment of my Police personnel by intervening in the infrastructures which at that time, were not befitting the status of the Area Command.
“With this motivation in mind, I reached out to some friends and critical stakeholders forsupport in achieving the dream. It’s a well known fact that security is everyone business and the foundation upon which development thrives.
“When our people feel secured, businesses flourish, investments grow, and communities prosper. Warri is a cosmopolitan city known for its vibrant economy, rich culture, and resilient spirit”.
“It is therefore important that this city benefits from a security infrastructure befitting its status and future aspirations”.
“My AIG Sir, our Royal Fathers, esteemed invited guests, Critical Stakeholders, and most importantly, our brave men and women in black and blue, I am honored to welcome you all to this grand opening ceremony.”
Continuing, he said: “This facility represent a beacon of hope, a symbol of excellence, and a promise of protection, It’s a place where our dedicated officer will work tirelessly to serve and protect, utilizing cutting-edge technology and innovation strategies to keep our neighborhood safe”.
“The building we are commissioning today, consists of 10 new offices, One Armoury, a spacious hall for meetings and training, and thirteen toilets.
“At this juncture, I want to commend and express our deepest gratitude to our traditional leaders, very distinguished community leaders and friends, government functionaries, stakeholders, and all individuals who contributed materially and financially, to the construction of this magnificent building.
“Your generosity and commitment to the safety of our community are truly commendable. Your investment in the facility is a testament to the power of community spirit and the impact we can have when we work together. This partnership reminds us that progress is fastest when we build together.
“To the officers and men of this Area Command, I salute you! Your hard work, dedication, contributions and sacrifice, have not gone unnoticed. You are the backbone of our community, and I appreciate your tireless efforts to keep the community safe”.
“This facility is not a building; it’s symbol of our collective commitment to excellence, and I have no doubt that we will make the best use”.
“As we commission this facility, I urge everyone to continue working together to build a safer, more secure, and prosperous community for all. Let’s keep striving for excellence, and let’s keep pushing the boundaries for what is possible! Don’t forget that “if you see something, say something.”
