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Osimhen Remains in AFCON Camp as Dispute With Lookman Is Resolved — NFF Official

6Jan

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Osimhen Remains in AFCON Camp as Dispute With Lookman Is Resolved — NFF Official

A senior official of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has dismissed reports claiming that Super Eagles forward and Galatasaray striker, Victor Osimhen, plans to leave the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations camp in Morocco.The clarification was shared by FIFA and CAF-accredited journalist Adepoju Samuel, who said he spoke directly with an NFF official regarding the incident involving Osimhen and Ademola Lookman during Nigeria’s 4–0 round-of-16 victory over Mozambique.Posting on X on Tuesday, Samuel quoted the official as saying: “Everything has been sorted since last night, and we are all good. There was no discussion about Osimhen leaving the tournament. The issue has been resolved as a family.”The incident occurred in the 63rd minute of the match when Osimhen was visibly upset a...

Skales Responds to Criticism Over Church Testimony as Secular Artist

6Jan

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Skales Responds to Criticism Over Church Testimony as Secular Artist

Singer Skales has addressed the backlash that followed his testimony at Harvesters Church, acknowledging that his initial response to critics may have been hasty. He said he has since reflected on the situation and clarified his stance more calmly.The artiste stressed that every believer has a purpose, whether serving on the pulpit or outside the church, noting that callings in fields such as music, film, sports, and education are equally meaningful.Skales maintained that sharing his personal faith journey is not wrong, adding that he has no hesitation in publicly testifying about what God has done in his life. He cited 1 Corinthians 12:28 to support his position.

31 Ships Loaded With Fuel, Food Items Set to Arrive Lagos Ports — NPA

6Jan

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31 Ships Loaded With Fuel, Food Items Set to Arrive Lagos Ports — NPA

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has announced that 31 vessels carrying petroleum products, food items, and other assorted cargoes are expected at major Lagos ports within the next ten days.According to the authority’s Daily Shipping Position released on Tuesday, the vessels are scheduled to berth at Apapa Port, Tin-Can Island Port, and the Lekki Deep Sea Port between January 6 and January 16.The NPA disclosed that the ships are transporting various consignments, including condensate, crude oil, aviation fuel, raw oil, bulk bitumen, wall pallets, general cargo, bulk soya beans, fresh fish, containers, diesel, and petrol.The authority also revealed that 13 vessels, including tankers, have already arrived at the three ports and are currently awaiting berthing. These ships are c...

Fubara: 2023 Errors Won’t Be Repeated in 2027 — Wike Vows

6Jan

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Fubara: 2023 Errors Won’t Be Repeated in 2027 — Wike Vows

Amid renewed tensions with Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has vowed that the mistakes made during the 2023 elections will not recur in 2027.Wike made the statement on Tuesday while addressing residents during visits to Akuku-Toru and Degema Local Government Areas.He stressed the need to acknowledge past missteps and take corrective action, noting that lessons had been learned from the last election cycle.According to him, “What is important in life is to admit when you have made a mistake and come out to say, ‘I made a mistake and I want to correct it.’ The mistake we made in 2023 will not be repeated. Where we voted in the state is not where we will vote again in 2027.”The remarks come shortly after th...

Ondo State’s Health Initiative Benefits 54,000 Mothers and Children — Aiyedatiwa’s Aide

6Jan

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Ondo State’s Health Initiative Benefits 54,000 Mothers and Children — Aiyedatiwa’s Aide

The Ondo State Government says no fewer than 54,000 pregnant women and children under five have benefited from the Abiyamo Scheme under the state’s Contributory Health Insurance Scheme.The Special Adviser on Health to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Prof. Simidele Odimayo, said in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday in Akure that the scheme enables pregnant women and children under the age of five to enjoy free health services.“The Abiyamo scheme that the government is currently running is an advancement of the Abiye scheme.“With this system, all the people who are pregnant, and children below five years are able to enjoy free health services.“The government has done it in such a way that we register them, we put them in an insurance system, and by that i...

DJ Cuppy Announces Social Media Break for Personal Retreat

6Jan

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DJ Cuppy Announces Social Media Break for Personal Retreat

Nigerian DJ and celebrity personality, DJ Cuppy, has announced that she will be taking a temporary break from social media.She shared the news on X while revealing her New Year’s resolution to her fans.Cuppy explained that the break is a chance for her to “reset and reconnect.”“I’m taking a short break from social media. I need some quiet time with myself & time being hidden with God. I am okay. I’m just taking a moment to reset & reconnect. I will be back.”The DJ also revealed that she plans to undertake a 21-day fast to address personal matters as she steps into 2026.

Millions of Jeffrey Epstein Documents Remain Under Review — US Justice Department

6Jan

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Millions of Jeffrey Epstein Documents Remain Under Review — US Justice Department

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) said Monday that it is still reviewing more than two million documents potentially related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, missing the December 19 deadline set by the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The department began releasing documents from the decades-long investigation last month. According to a letter to a federal judge, about 12,285 documents totaling over 125,000 pages have already been made public, less than 1% of the files currently under review. The DOJ discovered on December 24 that more than one million additional files were not included in the initial review. Some of these are duplicates but still require “processing and deduplication,” the letter said.“Substantial work remains to be done,” the letter, s...

Over 33% of Nigerian Immigrants in US Receive Public Benefits — Trump

6Jan

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Over 33% of Nigerian Immigrants in US Receive Public Benefits — Trump

Donald Trump has released a chart detailing the proportion of immigrants from various countries in the United States who rely on public assistance.The chart indicates that roughly 33.3% of Nigerian immigrant households receive some form of public support.Trump shared the data on his Truth Social platform on January 4, 2026, amid ongoing Republican discussions about immigration, welfare dependency, and immigrants’ economic contributions in US politics.Titled “Immigrant Welfare Recipient Rates by Country of Origin,” the chart covers about 114 nations and territories and tracks households receiving public assistance, including food aid, healthcare benefits, and other support programs.The countries with the highest welfare rates include:Bhutan – 81.4%Yemen – 75.2%S...

Chaos on Third Mainland Bridge as BRT Bus Catches Fire {VIDEO}

6Jan

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Chaos on Third Mainland Bridge as BRT Bus Catches Fire {VIDEO}

Panic gripped motorists on Tuesday afternoon following a fire outbreak involving a Bus Rapid Transit, BRT, vehicle on the Third Mainland Bridge, leading to massive traffic disruption.The incident occurred around 1:00 p.m. near the Adekunle section of the bridge, heading towards Iyana Oworo.The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority, LASTMA, confirmed the development in a statement posted on its official X handle.According to the agency, the high-capacity BRT bus suddenly went up in flames, prompting anxiety among road users in the area.Footage shared online showed the bus completely consumed by fire, with thick plumes of smoke rising into the sky as motorists slowed down or sought alternative routes to avoid the scene.While no injuries or loss of life were reported, t...

Nigeria Records 1,119 Lassa Fever Cases in 2025 – NCDC

6Jan

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Nigeria Records 1,119 Lassa Fever Cases in 2025 – NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 1,119 confirmed cases of Lassa fever in 2025, with young adults identified as the most affected age group nationwide.The data comes from the NCDC’s Lassa Fever Situation Report for Epidemiological Week 51, covering December 15–21, 2025, which provides details on cases, deaths, and affected states.The report shows that people aged 21 to 30 accounted for the highest number of infections, with a median patient age of 30 years. Males were slightly more affected than females, reflecting differences in exposure or health-seeking behaviour in high-risk communities.A total of 206 deaths were recorded among confirmed cases, resulting in a case fatality rate of 18.4%, up from 16.4% during the same period in 2024. D...