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  • Court strikes out Nnamdi Kanu’s motion seeking relocation from Sokoto prison

    Court strikes out Nnamdi Kanu’s motion seeking relocation from Sokoto prison

    A Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out the motion ex parte filed by the convicted self-acclaimed leader of the proscribed separatist group, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, seeking to be relocated from the Sokoto prison where he is currently being held.

    Justice James Omotosho, in a ruling on Tuesday, held that not only was the motion incompetent, but Kanu also failed to comply with the order made by the court on December 8, 2025, that he should convert the motion ex parte to a motion on notice and serve it on those to be affected by the order to be made by the court.

    Justice Omotosho said: “In respect of the application before this court, it has to do with an application that was brought incompetently, as per seeking the movements of the convict from where he is presently kept.

    Read Also: Nnamdi Kanu, Omotosho and the rule of law

    “The application is not competent. However, in the interest of justice, when it came up, the court gave a hint and urged that the same be converted, in other words, telling the applicant to go and file a motion on notice.

    “The applicant, having not filed the motion on notice today, the 27th day of January, 2026, there is no application for determination before this court.

    “It is based on this that the motion ex parte is struck out as there is nothing to be determined.”

    Details shortly…

  • DHQ denies neglect of wounded soldiers

    DHQ denies neglect of wounded soldiers

    The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has debunked reports circulating on social media alleging that it has neglected wounded in action personnel.

    The military high command maintained that, contrary to a viral video alleging “lack of care and institutional indifference to the welfare of military personnel wounded in action,” the welfare of its personnel, especially those wounded in action, remains a top moral priority.

    According to a statement by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, on Tuesday, all personnel injured during operations or combat are entitled to comprehensive medical care, both locally and abroad, depending on the nature and severity of injuries, under established Armed Forces medical policies.

    The statement said, “The Armed Forces of Nigeria routinely facilitates advanced treatment for critically wounded personnel in reputable medical facilities outside Nigeria where such care is required.

    “Within Nigeria, wounded personnel receive treatment across the Armed Forces’ network of military hospitals and medical centres, complemented where necessary by referrals to specialised civilian facilities at government expense. Medical evacuation, surgery, rehabilitation, prosthetics, and long-term care are integral parts of this framework.”

    “The Armed Forces also maintain favourable discharge and medical boarding conditions for personnel whose injuries prevent further service, ensuring access to pensions, gratuities, and other statutory benefits in line with extant regulations.

    “In addition, families of personnel killed in action are not abandoned. They are supported through death benefits, insurance payouts, pensions, educational support initiatives for dependants, and continuous engagement by military authorities.”

    The DHQ noted that beyond medical treatment, wounded personnel benefit from structured welfare support, including rehabilitation programmes, counselling, family support mechanisms, and sustained command oversight.

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    It stated that the soldiers shown in the viral video were clear evidence of the military’s efforts to rehabilitate those wounded in action, as they were all living witnesses. This, it said, also proved that the report’s insinuation that “nobody cares” about injured or fallen soldiers was inaccurate and unfair.

    “It suffices to mention that they serve as a courageous testimony to the great sacrifices made by personnel who continue to serve the nation in spite of the loss of many colleagues to death and injury in the course of the noble profession of arms,” the DHQ said.

    The military high command noted that Nigeria’s involvement in the Invictus Games also underscored the military’s commitment to the physical recovery, mental resilience, and social reintegration of its wounded heroes.

    “The positive impact of this initiative on morale, confidence, and public awareness has been significant and enduring.

    “The Armed Forces of Nigeria remain committed to transparency, accountability and above all, the welfare and dignity of the men and women who risk their lives in defence of the nation,” the statement said.

  • House will prioritise Electoral Act, constitution, says Reps Deputy Speaker

    House will prioritise Electoral Act, constitution, says Reps Deputy Speaker

    Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, said on Tuesday that the House will dedicate its attention to the passage of the Electoral Act and the new constitution in 2026.

    In his brief remarks at the resumption of plenary after the Christmas and New Year break, the Deputy Speaker expressed confidence that the Senate will speed up the process of the consideration of the Electoral Act, which has already been considered by the House.

    The House at plenary considered and approved alterations to the 2022 electoral act before embarking on the break, but the Senate has yet to consider the act, even though the joint Committee of the National Assembly submitted a harmonized copy.

    Read Also: 2027: Reps Deputy Speaker drums support for Tinubu, says Igbo must extend handshake to southwest

    The electoral act is expected to provide guidelines for the conduct of the 2027 general elections.

    Kalu said the House will prioritise certain provisions of the constitution for consideration, expressing the hope that members will do diligence to the document, which is already before them, as well as the 2026 budget.

    However, the House adjourned plenary till Wednesday in honour of late Senator Godiya Akwashiki, who died recently.

    Akwashiki, who was first elected to the Senate to represent Nasarawa North senatorial district in 2019, was re-elected to the Senate in 2023 on the platform of the Social Democratic Party (SDP).

  • Carter Efe thanks Davido, shades Wizkid for ignoring him

    Carter Efe thanks Davido, shades Wizkid for ignoring him

    Popular content creator Carter Efe has publicly expressed deep appreciation for Afrobeats superstar Davido, crediting him with transformative support, while taking a subtle swipe at Grammy-winning artist Wizkid for deliberate neglect.

    Efe, via a TikTok live session, highlighted Davido’s generosity during a landmark appearance on his Twitch livestream last year.

    The December 2025 session, where Davido joined as a guest, shattered records to become one of the most-watched Twitch broadcasts by an African creator, boosting Carter Efe’s visibility and followers significantly.

    “Davido is a legend and a real supporter. He came to my livestream and changed the game for me,” Carter Efe stated.

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    He described the 30BG leader as someone consistently willing to uplift others in the entertainment space.

    In contrast, the comedian voiced long-standing frustration toward Wizkid, pointing to his 2022 hit single “Machala”, which paid homage to the Starboy boss and topped charts in Nigeria.

    Despite the song’s commercial success, with millions of streams and widespread popularity, Carter Efe claimed Wizkid offered no recognition or response.

    “But Wizkid couldn’t even say ‘hi’ to me, even after I made a song for him that went number one,” he lamented. “Yet he had time to reply Seun Kuti. Wizkid no reply me wey drop number one song, ‘Machala’, na their him muzz me. Omo, Davido will live long.”

  • 116 bag First Class as MAU Yola graduates 7,094 in combined convocation

    116 bag First Class as MAU Yola graduates 7,094 in combined convocation

    A total of 116 first-degree graduands of Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, have earned first-class honours out of 7,094 students set to graduate from the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 academic sessions.

    The graduands will be formally awarded their degrees on Saturday, January 31, during the university’s 29th and 30th combined convocation ceremony.

    Speaking at a pre-convocation press briefing on Tuesday, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ibrahim Umar, provided a breakdown of the figures across the two academic sessions.

    “For the 2023/2024 academic session, a total of 2,034 first-degree graduands will be presented for the award of degrees,” Umar said.

    He disclosed that 55 students in the 2023/2024 cohort earned first-class honours, while 599 graduated with second class upper, 1,047 with second class lower, 330 with third class, and three with pass degrees.

    According to him, the 2024/2025 academic session will see 3,673 first-degree graduands, including 61 first-class recipients, 1,199 second-class upper, 1,931 second-class lower, 479 third-class, and 3 pass degree holders.

    “The combined total number of graduands for the two sessions, including first and postgraduate degrees, diplomas and certificates, is 7,094,” the Vice-Chancellor stated.

    He added that the figure comprises 5,707 undergraduate degrees, 454 certificates and diplomas, and 933 postgraduate degrees.

  • APC receives Mutfwang today

    APC receives Mutfwang today

    …Shettima, Akpabio, Yilwatda, governors storm Jos

    …Group lists gains of defection 

    Jos, capital of Plateau State is aglow festivities today as Governor Caleb  defects from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

    Vice President Kashim Shettima will lead the party leaders who will receive the governor at the Polo Ground, in the heart of the ancient city.

    Also expected at the rally are the national chairman, Prof. Netanwe Yilwatda,Senate President Godswill Akpabio, House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, former Plateau Governor Simon Lalong and members of the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF), led by Imo Stste Governor Hope Uzodimma. 

    Mutfwang will received the APC flag along with his deputy, Josephine Piyo, House of Assembly members, commissioners, advisers,local government chairmen, and other PDP chieftains.

    He will automatically become the state party leader who will drive the mobilisation through e-membership registration.

    The governor’s Director of Media and Public Affairs,  Dr. Gyang Bere, told reporters that the people are excited because of the implications of the defection for development. 

    He said the move would unite the Northcentral and result into a marriage that will herald solutions to developmental challenges, including infrastructural development and security. 

    Bere said it would also bring the Federal Government and Plateau closer and rekindle the people’s trust in the Renewed Hope Agenda of the administration. 

    He said the advantages of greater federal support and internal harmony are enormous. 

    Also, a group, Plateau Vanguard for Democracy (PVD), outlined the enormous benefits likely to acrue to the state, following the defection.

    It urged stakeholders to embrace the development as a turning point for unity and progress.

    The group called on political leaders, residents and stakeholders in to view the governor’s alignment with the ruling party as an opportunity to end years of divisive politics and channel energies towards peace, development and inclusive governance.

    Its chairman, Christopher Ishaku, described the defection as a strategic realignment that could transform political rivalry into collaboration for the greater good of the state.

    Read Also: President, Nentawe, others expected in Jos for Mutfwang grand reception

    He said, “We should see this moment as one in which valuable assets that had been deployed in political brinkmanship will now be channelled toward the development of Plateau State.”

    Ishaku emphasised that bringing together the governor’s political structure and former rivals in the APC would create a stronger, more unified platform to tackle the state’s longstanding challenges.

    He added, “The defection of the governor will consolidate the different tendencies in the state into a cohesive body that will ultimately make Plateau better.”

    He said that Plateau’s advancement depends more on cooperation among leaders than on rigid party loyalties, stressing that the new political configuration should drive strategic unity and a renewed focus on tangible governance results.

    Ishaku ssid the evolving landscape presents a rare catalyst for healing divisions, fostering inclusive leadership and delivering real improvements in security, economy and infrastructure for residents.

  • Fuel price hits N900 per litre in Edo

    Fuel price hits N900 per litre in Edo

    Fuel marketers in Edo State have increased pump price of fuel to N900 per litre.

    This is coming few hours after 

    Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals announced an increase in the ex gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from N699 per litre to N799 per litre. 

    Read Also: Fuel price drops to N800 per litre in Edo

    Before the increment, fuel stations in Edo sold fuel at between N739 per litre to N795 per litre.

    A visit at some fuel stations in Benin City and environs showed price adjustment to between N850 per litre to N900 per litre.

  • JUST IN: Super Eagles captain Ndidi loses father in road accident

    JUST IN: Super Eagles captain Ndidi loses father in road accident

    Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has lost his father, Sunday Ndidi, who passed away on Tuesday following a road accident in Delta State.

    Sunday Ndidi, a retired military officer, was reportedly involved in a crash in Umunede, Delta State. He was rushed to a hospital in nearby Agbor, where doctors later confirmed his death.

    The sad news was announced by Beşiktaş, Ndidi’s club side in Turkey, which expressed deep sorrow over the loss of their midfielder’s father.

    “May Allah have mercy on the deceased. We offer our heartfelt condolences to our footballer Wilfred Ndidi, his family, and all his loved ones,” the club said in a message shared on X.

    Read Also: Man United open talks with Ndidi

    Ndidi recently assumed the captaincy of Nigeria, taking over from William Troost-Ekong. He led the Super Eagles to a third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, a tournament that marked a personal milestone as he scored his first-ever goal for the national team.

    During the competition, Ndidi also spoke fondly of his father and referenced his admiration for former Nigeria captain Kanu Nwankwo while explaining the inspiration behind his goal celebration against Tunisia.

    Messages of condolence have continued to pour in from fans, teammates, and the Nigerian football community.

  • Biodun Stephen criticises trend of women going out without underwear

    Biodun Stephen criticises trend of women going out without underwear

    Filmmaker Biodun Stephen has condemned the growing trend of women appearing in public without underwear, describing it as ‘nuisance’ and not a legitimate fashion choice.

    In a TikTok video, Stephen recounted a recent incident at a salon where a woman’s privat3 part was inadvertently exposed due to the absence of underwear, citing it as an example of why the trend should be discouraged.

    “Last week, I went to get my hair done at the salon. A lady came in to do her pedicure. As she sat, I looked at her side, I saw her vagina in full display.

    “Who is teaching us all these fashion? Is it a fashion trend not to wear pant?” she asked.

    She emphasised the need for women to prioritise modesty and wear suitable undergarments in public.

    Stephen, who has consistently spoken out against this practice since 2015, questioned the influence behind this trend.

    “I believe the first time I talked about ladies not putting on pants was in 2015. Let’s try to always wear pants, there are several types. Why don’t we like wearing pants?” she said.

    Read Also: Biodun Stephen advocates reshaping storytelling in Nollywood

    She stressed that it’s unnecessary and uncomfortable for others, urging women to wear pants or other suitable undergarments.

    “You are coming for a pedicure, you would at least wear something long. Must you wear mini gown or skirt without pant?

    “Why is pant your enemy? Who told you pant is your enemy? Who told you it isn’t good for you? Please stop doing it. This is not fashion, it is nuisance”, she added.

  • Havertz in Arsenal training

    Havertz in Arsenal training

    There had been some concerns over Kai Havertz’s fitness after his struggles with injury this past year.

    But the Arsenal forward was out training with the team before the Gunners’ Champions League match against Kairat on Wednesday.

    Arsenal are already guaranteed a top-two finish in the league phase so it might be a chance for boss Mikel Arteta to rotate, and also for Havertz to build up his minutes.

    The Germany international has played just 59 minutes this term after picking up a knee injury in the opening game of the Premier League season against Manchester United.

    Read Also: Havertz scores late goal totake Arsenal top of the table

    Sixteen-year-old centre-back Marli Salmon has also trained with the first team before Wednesday’s game at the Emirates stadium.

    There was no sign of Jurrien Timber, William Saliba or Mikel Merino in training so I will ask Arteta about that in his news conference on Tuesday at 13:30 GMT.

    Merino, alongside midfielder Declan Rice, are suspended for the match after picking up two yellow cards already during this Champions League campaign.

    BBC