January 2026 – Page 61

Fubara, Yusuf Battle Uncertainty Amid Defection

25.01.2026

As the battle for the 2027 general elections draws closer, Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and his Kano State counterpart, Abba Kabir Yusuf, are currently facing uncertainty over their chances of securing second-term tickets in the All Progressives Congress (APC) amid the recent defection from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and New Nigeria Peoples...

NAWOJ Zone D Calls For Action On Security, Electoral Reforms, Healthcare

25.01.2026

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Zone D, has issued a communiqué highlighting key concerns and recommendations following its zonal meeting held in January. The association expressed concern over the rising insecurity in the North-Central geopolitical zone, particularly the increasing cases of kidnapping in Niger State, where several victims remain in captivity. NAWOJ Zone...

2027 Poll: Tinubu’ll Record Landslide Victory

25.01.2026

The Director-General of the South-East Governors’ Forum, Senator Uche Ekwunife, has expressed confidence that the 2027 presidential election will be a landslide victory for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Ekwunife stated that while many Nigerians may have affection for the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, such sentiments would not necessarily translate into electoral victory,...

Ajadi Rejects Ajimobi’s War Talk, Says People’s Choice

25.01.2026

The leading governorship aspirant of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has strongly condemned recent remarks credited to former First Lady, Mrs Florence Ajimobi, in which she described the 2027 governorship election as a “War,” warning that such statements could endanger peace in the state. In a statement issued...

Bon Election: M4S Calls On IBAN Chairman To Step Aside Over Alleged Conflict Of Interest

25.01.2026

The forthcoming election for the Chairman of the Broadcasters’ Organisation of Nigeria (BON) has sparked controversy, as M4S Communications Limited has formally called on IBAN Chairman Alhaji Tijani Ramalan to step aside, citing a potential conflict of interest. The demand follows reports that Ramalan acted as a guarantor for one of the aspirants, raising questions...

FCT Polls: ADC Writes INEC, Seeks Postponement

25.01.2026

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the postponement of the February 21 Area Council elections in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). ADC in the letter, dated January 22, 2026 and signed by the National Chairman of the party, Senator David Mark, and the National Secretary,...

Benue: Utsev Inspects Otukpo Multipurpose Dam, Assures Of FG’s Commitment To Completion

25.01.2026

The Honourable Minister of Water and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, has inspected the Otukpo Multipurpose Dam located at Otobi Akpa in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, as part of his nationwide inspection tour of dams, irrigation, water supply and sanitation projects. The inspection aligns with the mandate of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu...

Kalu Remains Abia’s Most Impactful Gov, Rev Chuks Tells Critics

25.01.2026

A cleric, Reverend Chuks Alonzie, has strongly defended the legacy of the former Governor of Abia State and current Senator representing Abia North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, describing him as the most impactful governor of the state since 1999. Speaking to journalists at the weekend while reacting to public reactions following the recent verdict passed...

Akpabio, Eno Receive Ex-PDP National Legal Adviser, Into APC

25.01.2026

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio and the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, have formally received the former National Legal Adviser of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Emmanuel Enoidem, into the All Progressives Congress (APC). At a rally in Utu Etim Ekpo, Etim Ekpo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, Akpabio...

Uwaleke Supports Capital Market Recapitalization, Seeks Deadline Extension

25.01.2026

President of the Capital Market Academics of Nigeria (CMAN), Prof. Uche Uwaleke, has expressed strong support for the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposed recapitalisation of regulated capital market entities, describing it as a critical step toward strengthening market resilience and protecting investors. Speaking on the new minimum capital requirements for capital market operators and...