The All Progressives Congress (APC) grapples with internal strife as FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and National Secretary Senator Ajibola Basiru trade barbs over Rivers State politics. At the heart is Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to APC, a move embraced by party brass but vehemently opposed by Wike. Fubara’s alignment has elevated his status within APC circles, yet Wike views it as a direct challenge to his influence. During a thank-you tour in Oyigbo Local Government Area, Wike declared Rivers off-limits to interferers, slamming those he accused of misusing N600 billion in state resources for…
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Simmering discord in the All Progressives Congress (APC) boiled over this week as a senior National Working Committee (NWC) figure warned of an impending ultimatum to President Bola Tinubu regarding FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The controversy centers on Wike’s aggressive political plays in Rivers State, where he continues to clash with Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his successor and a recent APC convert. In an anonymous interview with The Guardian, the NWC member stated. “We may ask the President to choose between us and his FCT minister if Wike keeps acting like he’s the sole guardian of the President’s interests in Rivers…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) secured a major victory in its anti-corruption drive on Monday when the Federal High Court ordered the interim forfeiture of N30.7 million linked to alleged fraud within the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). Justice Emeka Nwite granted the request following an ex-parte motion, citing strong preliminary evidence from the anti-graft agency’s investigation. In his detailed ruling, the judge emphasized that the EFCC had met the threshold for temporary asset preservation. He directed immediate publication of the order in a widely circulated national newspaper, providing a 14-day window for claimants to challenge the…
US military strikes in Nigeria’s Northwest and the Sahel region have intensified counter-terrorism efforts, yielding significant results including 4,375 suspects arrested, 1,616 terrorists neutralized or captured, and 2,326 hostages rescued. According to Major General Michael Onoja, Director of Defence Media Operations at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ). During a press briefing aired on Arise TV, Onoja detailed these operations while urging the public to rely solely on statements from the Presidency and Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding foreign involvement. This measured response underscores Nigeria’s counter-terrorism strategy 2026, balancing international partnerships with national sovereignty amid escalating Sahel security crisis. The briefing addressed public speculation over US airstrikes in Nigeria,…
Canada immigration’s authorities ramped up deportations in 2025, removing 366 Nigerians between January and October, the highest pace in over a decade. Official Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) data reveals 974 Nigerians currently in the “removal in progress” inventory, signaling intensified Canada deportation efforts targeting failed asylum seekers and non-compliant migrants. This surge reflects broader Canadian immigration reforms, driven by housing shortages, labor pressures, and border security concerns, placing Nigeria prominently among affected nationalities. As Nigerians remain a top source of new immigrants and citizens, these statistics underscore tensions between Canada’s welcoming policies for skilled workers and its strict enforcement against inadmissible individuals. The data, updated…
Nigeria’s Value Added Tax (VAT) landscape shifted dramatically on January 1, 2026, with stricter enforcement targeting high-value transactions as social media influencer Raye sparked a national conversation by sharing a receipt showing a staggering ₦487,500 VAT deduction on ₦6.5 million in purchases. Her viral X post, captioned “Tax don start”, captures the raw frustration echoing across digital creators, small businesses, and everyday Nigerians grappling with the new tax laws in Nigeria. This incident highlights the Federal Government’s push for tax transparency and revenue generation amid economic pressures. As VAT collection tightens, influencers and online entrepreneurs face unprecedented scrutiny. Raye’s outcry has ignited debates on Nigeria VAT 2026, fairness…
In the aftermath of U.S. airstrikes targeting Islamic State-linked militants in Sokoto State, Northern Nigeria violence has surged dramatically. Armed groups, including bandits, Boko Haram, and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters, have unleashed a wave of deadly attacks, kidnappings, and destruction across multiple states. This Nigeria security crisis has claimed at least 47 lives, led to 35 abductions, and injured over a dozen others between December 25, 2025, and January 2, 2026, according to media reports and local tallies. The strikes, part of a broader U.S. counterterrorism effort, appear to have displaced militants, prompting retaliatory bandit kidnappings Nigeria…
In a shocking turn of events that has cast a shadow over Switzerland New Year’s celebrations, a fierce fire ripped through a lively party at Le Constellation lounge bar in Crans-Montana, an elite Alpine ski resort in southern Switzerland. According to reports, the Switzerland fire New Year’s party incident, which unfolded in the early hours of January 1, 2026, left several people dead and multiple others injured, according to initial reports from authorities. The Crans-Montana fire incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. local time, transforming what should have been a joyous welcome to 2026 into a scene of chaos and heartbreak.…
In a raw and emotional TikTok Live stream on January 1, 2026, Nigerian TikTok sensation Peller officially announced his breakup with girlfriend and fellow content creator Jarvis, marking the end of one of social media’s most-watched power couples. The Peller Jarvis breakup revelation comes just two weeks after Peller’s shocking suicide attempt via a deliberate car crash, which led to his hospitalization and subsequent arrest. According to reports, the 20-year-old TikToker, real name Habeeb Hamzat, addressed millions of followers during the Thursday livestream, his voice cracking as he detailed the split. “Jarvis and I have officially broken up. For now,…
Hollywood icon Will Smith, fresh off his controversial 2022 Oscars slap and a musical reinvention, now confronts explosive sexual harassment allegations in a lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court just before New Year’s Eve 2025. The plaintiff, professional violinist and former America’s Got Talent finalist Brian King Joseph, accuses the Oscar-winning actor of grooming him during Smith’s “Based on a True Story: 2025 Tour,” escalating from professional collaboration to alleged personal boundary violations. According to reports, court documents obtained by Fox News, Joseph’s ordeal began with a December 2024 performance that caught Smith’s eye, leading to an invitation to…