Author: Olaoluwa Vincent Ajayi

A senior United States official has reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to supporting the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) through enhanced training programmes and the provision of modern operational equipment. The Deputy Assistant Secretary of the United States Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), Ms. Maggie Nardi, gave the assurance during a courtesy visit to the Force Headquarters in Abuja at the weekend. Ms. Nardi led a delegation that included Mr. Jacob Wright, Senior Adviser at INL, and Mr. Grane Douglas, Acting Director of INL Abuja. During the meeting, both sides reviewed existing areas of cooperation and explored new opportunities…

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has criticised Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf over his resignation from the party, describing the move as a betrayal of a sacred trust bestowed on him by the people of the state. In a statement issued on Saturday and signed by the NNPP National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, the party dismissed Governor Yusuf’s claim of an irredeemable crisis within the NNPP as baseless and an afterthought. Governor Yusuf formally resigned from the NNPP on Friday and is widely expected to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).…

After nearly a decade of bitter public conflict, court battles and sharp exchanges that played out across social media and the courts, Nollywood actress and philanthropist Tonto Dikeh has announced a reconciliation with her former husband, businessman Olakunle Churchill, describing the moment as a “divine restoration” that has brought peace where chaos once ruled. In an emotional statement shared with her followers, Dikeh said the long-running feud that defined their post-marriage relationship had finally given way to forgiveness and mutual respect. She reflected on what she described as ten years of pain, broken communication and public battles, noting that the…

President Donald Trump has warned that Canada could face sweeping 100% tariffs on its exports to the United States if it proceeds with a new trade agreement with China, sharply escalating tensions between the two neighbours. In a social media post on Saturday, Trump said Canada would pay a heavy price if it allowed Chinese goods to enter the U.S. through its territory. He accused Prime Minister Mark Carney of attempting to turn Canada into a “drop-off port” for Chinese products, warning that such a move would not be tolerated by Washington. The threat came despite Trump previously praising the…

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a newlywed woman for allegedly poisoning her husband with rat poison in Gauza village, Jahun Local Government Area of the state. The incident occurred on January 23, 2026, at about 5:00 pm, shortly after the deceased reportedly ate a meal prepared by his wife at their home. Confirming the development in a statement issued on Saturday in Dutse, the state capital, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Shi’isu Adam, said detectives from the Jahun Police Division were immediately deployed following a report of the sudden death. Read related News from New Daily…

A Nigerian-born nurse working in Australia has lost her licence to practise after a tribunal found that she repeatedly slept during night shifts at an aged care facility, exposing elderly residents to serious risk. The nurse, Chimzuruoke Okembunachi, 25, had her registration cancelled by the New South Wales Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) following findings of professional misconduct. The ruling, delivered on January 20, was based on incidents that occurred in March 2024 while she was employed at Hardi Aged Care, Guildford, in western Sydney. Ms Okembunachi began work at the facility in February 2024 but was suspended within weeks…

The Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, has suspended its earlier order restraining the Chief Judge of the state from acting on a request by the State House of Assembly to set up a panel to investigate allegations of misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu. The court also adjourned indefinitely the hearing of the suit filed by the governor and his deputy, challenging the impeachment process initiated against them by the House of Assembly. Justice Florence Fiberesima had, on January 16, issued an interim injunction barring the Chief Judge, Justice Simeon Amadi, from…

In an era where misinformation spreads rapidly online, leading urologists are calling on men to prioritize open discussions about sexual health, emphasizing that many common issues are not only treatable but can also serve as early warnings for serious conditions like heart disease. Drawing from recent expert insights, this report highlights five critical facts that doctors wish more men understood, potentially saving lives and improving quality of life. The conversation around men’s sexual well-being has gained urgency, with specialists noting that embarrassment often prevents timely intervention. “Men tend to suffer in silence,” said Dr. Matthew Ziegelmann, a urologist at the…

Members of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House of Ijebu Ode on Friday urged the Ogun State Governor, Mr Dapo Abiodun to allow the kingmakers and the Ifa Oracle to determine who becomes the next Awujale of Ijebuland. This is just as the people trooped to the street to protest alleged interference by the governor in the selection process of the next Awujale. The protesters, who carried placards with inscriptions such as “Fusengbuwa says no to imposition,” “Let Ifa oracle determine the next Awujale,” and “Allow the kingmakers to do their job,” marched peacefully from Odo Egbo Roundabout through the Awujale Palace/Itale…

Prominent Nigerian businessman and philanthropist, Obinna Cubana, has been congratulated on his appointment as the South East Coordinator of the South East City Boy Movement, an appointment described by stakeholders as well-deserved and timely. In a congratulatory message, Venerable Francis Mountainfly Onuzuruike, founder and leader of the Mountainfly Support Group (MSG), expressed delight at the news, noting that learning of the appointment via social media brought him genuine joy and optimism for the region. According to Onuzuruike, Obinna Cubana’s passion for leadership, proven commitment to community development, and dedication to regional progress make him a fitting choice for the role.…