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It is deeply painful that kidnapping has become a recurring issue in present-day Nigeria, involving innocent citizens and promising young professionals. Another distressing incident has been reported in Edo State involving two respected individuals with strong ties to Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma. According to reports, Dr. Abu Ibrahim Babatunde, a medical doctor currently undergoing his housemanship at the Edo State Teaching Hospital, Auchi, was forcefully abducted on the evening of his return from work. The incident occurred right in front of his residence along City College Road, Ibira Camp, Auchi, as he was attempting to open his gate. Dr.…

At least seven people have been confirmed dead following a deadly attack on the Bum community in Chugwi, Vwang district of the Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The Berom Youths Moulder-Association (BYM) said the attack, allegedly carried out by suspected armed bandits, occurred at about 11 p.m. on Wednesday, as residents were preparing to usher in 2026. Confirming the incident, the National Publicity Secretary of the association, Rwang Tengwong, said the community was thrown into mourning at a time when others across the state were celebrating. While the world was welcoming the New Year in celebration, residents…

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja is set to hear the bail application of a former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, who is being remanded at Kuje Correctional Centre. Malami, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, his son Abdulaziz, and one of his wives, Bashir Asabe, are standing trial for alleged money laundering predicated on a 16-count charge preferred against them by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The trio, who are accused of laundering ₦8.7 billion, pleaded not guilty to the charges when they were arraigned on December 29, 2025. Following their…

The Nigeria Police Force has suspended the enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy nationwide following an interim order of court restraining the move. PUNCH Online reports that the Force had, on December 15, 2025, announced the resumption of enforcement of the policy with effect from January 2, 2026, citing its responsibility for public safety and internal security. However, in a statement signed by the Force PRO, Benjamin Hundeyin on Thursday, it said it was subsequently served with an interim order issued on December 17, 2025, in Suit No. HOR/FHR/M/31/2025, restraining it from proceeding with the enforcement pending the hearing…

In a significant public outcry regarding the new tax law in Nigeria, yet banks have begun implementing the tax deductions as mandated by the federal government. This situation highlights a potential disconnect between government policy and public sentiment. In such cases, citizens often express their dissatisfaction through protests, petitions, or appeals to their representatives. The government may need to address the concerns of the people, possibly by reviewing the tax law, engaging in dialogue with stakeholders, or providing clearer communication on the rationale behind the tax. If the tax is seen as burdensome, it could lead to increased public discontent…

Massive U.S. airstrikes on terrorist hideouts in Kaduna right now. At least three terrorist camps have been bombed before the Nigerian military moved in to finish them off. Trump reportedly called it a New Year gift to terrorists. According to reports, Gumi’s house has been totally destroyed in Kaduna. Sources claim the strikes were swift, devastating, and precise, sending shockwaves across the region. The operation has been described by allies of former U.S. President Donald Trump as a “New Year’s gift to terrorists,” though no official statement has yet been issued by U.S. or Nigerian authorities

No fewer than six passengers have been confirmed dead and four rescued following a boat accident that occurred along the Nigerdock axis of the Igbologun Water Channel in Lagos. Announcing this in a statement on Wednesday, jointly signed by the Head of the Public Affairs Unit at the Lagos State Waterways Authority, Wuraola Alake, and the Head of the Corporate Affairs Unit at the Lagos Area Office of the National Inland Waterways Authority, Omowunmi Yussuff, the agencies explained that the boat accident, involving a savvy marine passenger boat, occurred on Tuesday at approximately 8:35 p.m. along the Nigerdock axis of…

The Rivers State House of Assembly has rejected the sum of N100,000 credited to the bank accounts of each lawmaker as a Christmas bonus, allegedly approved by Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The House, in a statement on Tuesday, described the payment as unsolicited, insisting that all public expenditure must follow due process, including legislative approval. Recall that civil servants in the state have been in a celebratory mood following the approval of a N100,000 Christmas bonus across board by the governor, a policy he has maintained for the past two years. However, the Chairman, House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints,…

Civil servants in Edo State have expressed their gratitude to Governor Monday Okpebholo for the timely payment of the 13th-month salary, which they describe as a significant morale booster. Journalists visiting the Edo State Secretariat and various ministries, including the Ministry of Information and Strategy, Ministry of Lands and Housing, Ministry of Environment and Sustainability, and the Ministry of Education, gathered positive feedback from workers who confirmed they received the payment. At the Ministry of Information and Strategy, Mrs. Rose Imonikhe, the Director of Orientation, shared her surprise and appreciation upon receiving the alert for the 13th-month salary. She emphasized…

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has signed the 2026 state’s appropriation bill, and assured full implementation of the law. Adeleke, at a ceremony held at Osun Government House, Osogbo, on Monday, where the bill was signed, said when implementation of the law commenced, it would consolidate and expand governance through service deliveries in line with the five point agenda of his administration. Flagged by the Deputy Governor, Kola Adewusi; the Speaker, Osun House of Assembly, Adewale Egbedun and the Chief of Staff to the governor, Kazeem Akinleye, the governor in his remarks at the event, further said, “the final year…