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The United States has delivered military supplies to Nigerian security agencies in support of ongoing security operations in the country. The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) announced the delivery in a post on X on Tuesday. The deployment follows a Christmas Day air strike by the US against ISWAP in Sokoto, with US President Donald Trump warning of further action against extremist groups accused of targeting Christians. In October 2025, Trump declared Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” over allegations of Christian genocide. Trump described Nigeria as a “disgraceful” country and threatened to take military action should the government continue…

‎Portable, the controversial singer facing a nine-count criminal charge, was arraigned on Monday at the federal high court in Ota, Ogun state.The charges, as confirmed by Ogun police spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi to TheCable Lifestyle, include assault, theft, causing harm, and resisting arrest. ‎His arraignment follows a viral video on Sunday showing the singer in police custody, reportedly linked to a complaint filed by his estranged partner Ashabi Simple. ‎The prosecution alleged that Portable attacked Ashabi alongside several police officers and other individuals at his bar in the Iyana Ilogbo area on New Year’s Day. ‎Other named victims in the case…

Rashidi Ladoja, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, and Abimbola Owoade, the Alaafin of Oyo, have stirred public debate following an encounter at a public event in Ibadan on Monday. Both traditional rulers attended the 2026 interfaith gathering held at the Grand Space, near the Oyo state house of assembly. A video from the event, which has since gone viral, shows the Olubadan walking towards his seat beside the Alaafin, who had arrived earlier and was already seated. As Ladoja approached, Owoade extended his hand for a handshake, which the Olubadan ignored, prompting the Alaafin to withdraw his hand. The incident has revived long-standing…

Ayodele Fayose, former Ekiti governor, says the African Democratic Congress (ADC) could slide into political obscurity if it fails to present Peter Obi, former Anambra governor, as its presidential candidate in the 2027 general election. Speaking in an interview excerpt to be aired on Tuesday on Arise Television, Fayose described Obi as the “only life” in ADC. He said Obi remains the only figure within the ADC capable of delivering nationwide relevance, adding that other actors in the party lack comparable electoral pull. The former governor said Obi’s political value was evident during the 2023 elections, when his candidacy on the Labour Party (LP)…

Two lawmakers of the Rivers state house of assembly have appealed to their colleagues to halt the ongoing impeachment process against Siminalayi Fubara, governor of the state, and Ngozi Odu, his deputy. Speaking at a press conference on Monday in Rivers, Sylvanus Nwankwo, the house minority leader who represents Omuma state constituency, asked the parliament to “temper justice with mercy” and explore alternatives to Fubara’s removal from office. “We have called this press conference to appeal to our colleagues to temper justice with mercy and to see how we can resolve this matter apart from impeachment proceedings,” he said. “That is why…

Residents of Egbeda and Ona Ara Federal Constituency have continued to shower encomiums on Hon. Tosin Alabi for his remarkable show of compassion and people-oriented leadership following the distribution of foodstuffs to one thousand residents during the recent festive season. The humanitarian gesture, carried out under the auspices of the Tosin Alabi Foundation, saw foodstuffs distributed to beneficiaries across communities in Egbeda and Ona Ara, bringing relief, joy, and renewed hope to many households at a time when economic pressures are most deeply felt. Till date, beneficiaries have not ceased speaking glowingly about the initiative, describing it as timely, thoughtful,…

Tosin Alabi is a name that resonates with excellence, intellect, and dependable leadership. He is a professional whose life’s work reflects discipline, vision, and an uncommon commitment to impact. Widely regarded as a forward-thinking leader, Tosin blends knowledge with action and integrity with results, making him a figure of growing relevance in both professional and public spheres. A proud Ibadan son, Tosin Alabi hails from Aba Oloko in Ward 4 of Egbeda Local Government Area, Oyo State. At the core of his professional profile is his role as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Tozapro, a leading data privacy…

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and governorship hopeful for the 2027 election in Oyo State, Aare Olayinka Segelu, has mourned the victims of the recent deadly attack on the Old Oyo National Park, calling for a coordinated and robust security framework to safeguard the South-West against rising insecurity. In a statement issued on Sunday, Aare Segelu described the attack as “deeply distressing and unacceptable,” noting that the killing of security personnel at a federal conservation facility highlights the urgent need for proactive, intelligence-driven, and collaborative security responses across the region. Recall that suspected bandits last week attacked…

The federal government has earmarked N6.14 billion for President Bola Tinubu’s foreign trips in the proposed 2026 appropriation bill. According to the proposed 2026 appropriation bill, an additional N873.88 million was allocated for local travel, bringing the president’s total travel budget to N7.01 billion. For Vice-President Kashim Shettima, the bill provides N1.73 billion for general travel and transport. The allocation includes N417.48 million for local travel and N1.31 billion for international trips. In 2024, Tinubu slashed the number of officials accompanying him on both local and international trips by 60 percent. In the 2024 fiscal year, Tinubu and Shettima planned to spend…

The Rivers house of assembly says the impeachment process against Siminalayi Fubara, governor of the state, and Ngozi Odu, his deputy, is on course. On Thursday, the state parliament commenced impeachment proceedings against the governor and his deputy. The lawmakers launched the process after Major Jack, leader of the assembly, read gross misconduct charges against Fubara, signed by 26 members of the house. On Friday, reports claimed that the Rivers state house of assembly had suspended the impeachment process against the governor. Responding to the reports in a statement, Enemi George, chairman of the house committee on information, petitions and complaints, said notices of…