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Obasanjo Rallies Political Heavyweights for Peter Obi in ADC

At exactly 11:32 a.m. on Monday, January 6, 2026, a quiet political meeting in Abeokuta, Ogun State, quickly grew into a national talking point. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo hosted a closed-door gathering that brought together senior political figures, elder statesmen, and respected opinion leaders from across Nigeria. What began as a strategic discussion soon revealed…

FCT Minister Wike: “After Tinubu, I’m the Most Abused Politician in Nigeria”

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FCT Minister Wike: “After Tinubu, I’m the Most Abused Politician in Nigeria” In a striking declaration that has captured national attention, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike said he is the “most abused politician in Nigeria today after President Bola Tinubu.” This statement, made during a public thanksgiving event in his hometown of Ahoada…

Shock in Rivers: Lady Caught Allegedly Supplying Human Hair to Yahoo Boys
by Jonadab
January 13, 2026
Shock in Rivers: Lady Caught Allegedly Supplying Human Hair to Yahoo Boys A quiet day turned tense when disturbing claims began to ripple through a major Nigerian city, leaving residents uneasy and demanding answers. On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at about 6:40 p.m., in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, a woman was reportedly apprehended by members...
Saudi Arabia Bans Sheikh Ahmad Gumi from Hajj 2025: Security Concerns Explained
by Jonadab
January 13, 2026
In a recent development that has attracted significant attention from religious leaders, security analysts, and the international community, Saudi Arabia has officially banned Nigerian Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi from entering the country. This decision, announced on Monday, January 13, 2025, came despite Sheikh Gumi holding a valid visa. The deportation has stirred debates, raising...
Bandits Kill 20, Abduct Many in Kaduna’s Kauru LGA
by Jonadab
January 13, 2026
Bandits Kill 20, Abduct Many in Kaduna’s Kauru LGA Fear swept through several rural settlements after armed attackers launched a coordinated assault that shattered lives and displaced families. On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at about 10:45 p.m., the violence erupted in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, leaving devastation in its wake. Residents said...
Army Captures Sambisa, Plans Strike on Lake Chad Region
by Jonadab
January 13, 2026
Army Captures Sambisa, Plans Strike on Lake Chad Region In a decisive move that has drawn nationwide attention, the Nigerian Army successfully secured the Sambisa Forest, signaling a major shift in the ongoing fight against insurgency. On Monday, 13 January 2026, troops advanced into the dense forest region in Borno State, demonstrating strategic precision and...
Gunmen Storm Otobi Akpa, Four Killed in Night Attack
by Jonadab
January 13, 2026
Gunmen Storm Otobi Akpa, Four Killed in Night Attack Another quiet rural settlement has been thrown into mourning after sudden violence disrupted lives, homes, and livelihoods without warning. On Monday night, January 12, 2026, at about 11:30 p.m., armed gunmen invaded Otobi Akpa community in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State. The attackers killed...
Bandits Attack Katsina Again, Citizens Demand Strong Security
by Jonadab
January 13, 2026
Bandits Attack Katsina Again, Citizens Demand Strong Security The people of Katsina State woke up on Monday, January 12, 2026, to shocking news of fresh armed violence that left families grieving, communities unsettled, and security concerns at the top of national discourse. On this night in Unguwar Nagunda, Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State,...
Army Offensive Forces Terrorists to Flee and Surrender in Borno
by Jonadab
January 13, 2026
Army Offensive Forces Terrorists to Flee and Surrender in Borno Relentless pressure on insurgent networks has continued to reshape the security landscape in Nigeria’s North-East, as coordinated military action disrupts long-standing militant strongholds and restores confidence among affected communities. On Monday, January 12, 2026, at about 6:00 a.m. (WAT), troops of the Nigerian Army under...
Security Alert: ISWAP Acquires 35 Drones to Target Nigerian Troops
by Jonadab
January 13, 2026
Security Alert: ISWAP Acquires 35 Drones to Target Nigerian Troops The security situation in Nigeria’s North-East has become alarming. On Monday, 12 January 2026, reports confirmed that ISWAP acquired around 35 drones. The group plans to use these UAVs to target Nigerian troops in Borno and Yobe states. [Premium Times] These drones introduce a new...
Army Disrupts Gun Supply, Rescues 18 From Sea Pirates
by Jonadab
January 13, 2026
Army Disrupts Gun Supply, Rescues 18 From Sea Pirates Security operations often unfold quietly, yet their impact reshapes lives and restores confidence across affected communities. Such was the case when coordinated military actions protected civilians and blocked criminal activity across two strategic regions of Nigeria. On Monday, January 12, 2026, Nigerian Army units carried out...