January 2026 – Page 145

Champion Breweries Redeems N4.21bn Commercial Paper Notes

15.01.2026

Champion Breweries Plc has announced the successful redemption of its N4.21bn Series 1 Commercial Paper Notes at maturity, issued under its N15bn Commercial Paper Issuance Programme. The company said in a statement on Wednesday that the Series 1 Commercial Paper provided cost-effective short-term financing, which boosted its liquidity and enhanced cash flow management. It added...

Afenifere Leader, Fasoranti, Mourns Onabanjo

15.01.2026

The National Leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Chief Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, OFR, CFR, has described the late Chief (Mrs.) Lucia Onabowale Onabanjo as a model wife, mother, and community figure whose life was marked by steadfast support for her family and positive impact on society. Chief Fasoranti made this remark following the passing...

Phyna Gives Reason To Mend Fence With Davido

15.01.2026

American-born Nigerian Afrobeat singer, David Adeleke, better known as Davido and popular TikToker, Habeeb Hamzat, also known as Peller were among those who suffered betting losses following the Super Eagles’ dramatic defeat to Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final on Wednesday night. New Telegraph had earlier reported that Nigeria and Morocco were locked...

Armed Forces Day: ADC Condemns Tinubu’s Absence

15.01.2026

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described President Bola Tinubu’s absence at the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day as “deeply troubling.” In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said that Armed Forces Remembrance Day should go beyond wreaths and ceremonial gestures. “It must be reflected in leadership...

NEMSAS Assures Free Emergency Care for Vulnerable Nigerians, Faster Claims Payment

15.01.2026

The National Emergency Medical Service and Ambulance System (NEMSAS) has assured Nigerians, especially poor and vulnerable patients, of free emergency medical care for the first 48 hours at designated hospitals. The agency also pledged faster reimbursement of claims to health facilities through a new digital payment system, during a high-level meeting with the National Hospital...

Maritime Gaps Cost Nigeria N700bn Annually, Says Report

15.01.2026

The Sea Empowerment and Research Centre has warned that persistent regulatory gaps in the nation’s maritime sector are costing the Nigerian economy between N500bn and N700bn annually. SEREC disclosed this in a policy memorandum on Wednesday, signed by its Head of Research, Eugene Nweke, and addressed to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega...

Ex-Ondo Dep Gov Resigns From PDP, Set To Join APC

15.01.2026

A former Deputy Governor of Ondo State and Nigeria’s ambassador to Uganda, Otunba Omolade Oluwateru, has resigned his membership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Oluwateru served as Deputy Governor under the late Governor Olusegun Agagu from 2003 to 2009, until the Court of Appeal nullified the election that brought them into office. Speaking during...

NASENI Begins Construction Of Agricultural Incubation Centre At University

15.01.2026

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has commenced construction of a state-of-the-art Agricultural Incubation Centre at the University of Abuja, Gwagwalada, aimed at enhancing food security and fostering agricultural innovation. The project, situated on a 10-hectare parcel of land within the campus, is designed as a technology-driven, commercial agricultural hub integrating poultry...

Dele Momodu Enters ADC, Says No Plans For Senate

15.01.2026

Veteran journalist and People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential hopeful, Dele Momodu has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), becoming the latest prominent figure to align with the party months after leaving the opposition party. The Publisher of Ovation Magazine on Thursday announced his decision in Benin City, Edo State, where he also addressed speculation...

Kwara Gov Lauded Over Ministry’s Relocation

15.01.2026

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has been lauded for approving the relocation of the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development to a better and more conducive working environment along Fate Road. The commendation came from the Commissioner for Solid Minerals Development, Chief (Mrs.) Abosede Olaitan Buraimoh, during the Ministry’s New Year meeting on Thursday. She described...