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By Deborah Nnamdi The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers linked to a proscribed secessionist group following a two-hour gun battle at Enugwu-Agidi Junction in Dunukofia Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday, saying the arrest occurred in the early hours of Wednesday after operatives engaged a five-man robbery gang in a fierce exchange of gunfire. According to Ikenga, the operation was carried out by officers of the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, acting on credible and actionable intelligence. He said the…

Chairman and Founder of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has commended Nigeria’s Super Eagles for their spirited outing at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, pledging to honour a promised $500,000 reward despite the team’s semi-final elimination. Nigeria’s unbeaten run at the tournament came to an end on Tuesday night after the Super Eagles lost 4–2 on penalties to hosts Morocco, following a goalless draw after extra time. Reacting to the result in a post on X on Wednesday, Rabiu praised the players for their resilience, commitment, and courage throughout the competition, describing their performance as a source of national…

The Federal Government has directed all banks and financial technology companies to begin collecting and remitting a 7.5 per cent value-added tax (VAT) on selected electronic banking services, effective Monday, January 19, 2026. The directive was communicated to customers through email notices issued by payment platforms, including Moniepoint, on Wednesday. According to the notice, the VAT will apply to electronic banking charges such as mobile money transfer fees, USSD transaction charges, and card issuance fees. The tax will be charged on the service fee itself, not on the amount being transferred. For instance, where a bank charges N100 for a…

The Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) has issued a final warning to the Federal Government, demanding the immediate withdrawal of a circular enforcing a “No Work, No Pay” regime and the stoppage of salaries of members of the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) from January 2026. In a statement released on Wednesday, the TUC described the circular—issued by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and signed by the Director of Hospital Services, Dr. Abisola Adegoke—as “reckless, authoritarian and confrontational,” warning that it amounts to a direct declaration of hostility against Nigerian workers. The statement, signed by TUC…

By Deborah Nnamdi Former champions Senegal booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final with a hard-fought victory over Egypt, dominating possession against a cautious Pharaohs side and extending their recent supremacy in the rivalry. The Teranga Lions will face hosts Morocco or Nigeria in Sunday’s final, maintaining a remarkable run against Egypt after beating them in the 2022 AFCON final and the 2022 World Cup play-off, both decided on penalties. Egypt captain Mohamed Salah was tightly marked throughout the semi-final and struggled to influence the game. The Liverpool forward, appearing at his fifth AFCON, has now…

By Deborah Nnamdi A yet-to-be-identified housewife from Isoko ethnic nationality in Delta State has allegedly killed her husband and his alleged lover, while grievously injuring another woman, in a violent incident at Ighwre-Ovie area of Ughelli North Local Government Area of the state. The suspect, a mother of two, is currently in custody at the Ughelli Area Command of the Delta State Police following the incident, which occurred after a domestic dispute reportedly linked to allegations of infidelity. According to sources, the woman attacked her husband with a machete, repeatedly striking his skull shortly after he returned home drunk. He…

By Deborah Nnamdi The impeachment move against Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, has suffered another setback following the withdrawal of support by two more members of the State House of Assembly, deepening internal divisions and strengthening calls for dialogue to resolve the political crisis in the state. The latest development comes barely 24 hours after two other lawmakers publicly distanced themselves from the impeachment proceedings, signalling growing resistance within the Assembly to the move against the governor and his deputy. The lawmakers, Hon. Barile Nwakoh, representing Khana Constituency I, and Hon. Emilia Amadi of Obio/Akpor…

By Oghenekevwe Kofi The United States is set to suspend visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Nigeria, in a move that further tightens an already restrictive travel environment for Nigerians. The freeze, expected to take effect from January 21, 2026, is described as indefinite and comes amid a series of U.S. immigration measures that have steadily narrowed access for Nigerian travellers.Reports from international media say the U.S. State Department has issued an internal directive instructing consular offices to halt visa processing for affected countries while a comprehensive review of screening and vetting procedures is conducted. Although Washington has…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Lagos State Government has announced plans to introduce electric-powered boats into the Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) fleet within the year, aiming to reduce fares and promote sustainable, eco-friendly water transport. LAGFERRY Managing Director Hon. Abdoulbaq Ladi-Balogun disclosed the plan in a statement on the state government’s X account on Wednesday, noting that electric vessels have lower operating and maintenance costs, enabling more affordable fares for passengers. “The initiative is both environmentally responsible and economically necessary,” he said. Balogun highlighted the growing popularity of water transport among Lagos residents, noting that since February 2020, LAGFERRY has ferried…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has scheduled the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) to hold nationwide from April 16 to 25. The board announced an official release detailing registration processes, eligibility requirements, and fees for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates. According to JAMB, UTME registration will open on January 26 and close on February 28, while Direct Entry registration will run from March 2 to April 25. Candidates are required to create a profile linked to a unique mobile number and their National Identification Number (NIN) before purchasing an E-PIN at participating banks,…