President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approves the appointment of Dr. Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote as the new Director-General of the Nigerian Law School. This decision marks a significant step forward. For the first time since the school’s establishment in 1962, a woman leads the institution. Dr. Odusote’s four-year term begins on January 10, 2026. Leaders celebrate this…
The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ajibola Basiru, has lashed out at the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, asking him to resign and focus on what he described as an unhealthy obsession with Rivers State politics. Basiru said he was not intimidated by what he called veiled threats from…
The Super Eagles booked their place in the AFCON 2025 quarter-finals after recording an emphatic 4–0 victory over Mozambique in their Round of 16 encounter in Fès. Nigeria started the match with confidence and control. The team built on an impressive group-stage campaign, having won all three matches to finish top of Group C. From…
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have arrested eight suspects linked to a suicide bombing network in Adamawa State. Importantly, the arrests include two principal suspects believed to have supplied materials for the attack. The military carried out the operation as part of intensified cordon-and-search missions targeting those behind the Gamboru Market Mosque suicide bombing….
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged President Bola Tinubu to end what he described as public relations theatrics and focus on Nigeria’s deepening crises. He said the country needs decisive leadership as economic hardship and insecurity continue to worsen. Atiku reacted to viral photographs showing President Tinubu having lunch with Rwanda’s President, Paul Kagame,…
Venezuela has sworn in former vice president Delcy Rodriguez as interim president. The move followed the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro by United States forces and his transfer to New York for trial. Rodriguez took the oath of office on Monday. She spoke during a special session of the National Assembly. She said she accepted…
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer declared strong support for Denmark on January 5, 2026. He stated that only Greenland and Denmark hold the right to shape the island’s path forward. This comment came after U.S. President Donald Trump renewed calls to acquire Greenland for national security reasons. Starmer spoke to the BBC during a public…
Nigeria achieves a notable position in English proficiency rankings. The Education First English Proficiency Index 2025 places the country fifth in Africa and 29th worldwide. This ranking highlights Nigeria’s growing command of English. Additionally it reflects the nation’s efforts in education and communication. Nigeria’s Ranking Details Experts evaluate countries based on test scores from millions…
The Independent National Electoral Commission resumes the Continuous Voter Registration exercise across Nigeria. This marks the start of the second phase on January 5, 2026. Officials confirm the resumption after the first phase ended on December 10, 2025. What the Second Phase Involves INEC launches this phase to allow more eligible Nigerians to join the…
Omoyele Sowore sparks debate with his innovative idea. He suggests replacing the defence minister with drone technology. This comes during a TV interview on January 5, 2026. Sowore shares his vision on Channels Television. He argues for modern tools to fight insecurity. Nigeria faces banditry and kidnappings daily. The Bold Statement Sowore states clearly during…
