Segun Ayinde is a writer and The Guardian Nigeria's Ogun State Correspondent. The police in Ogun State have launched an investigation into the domestic killing of a housewife, Ayobami Ganiyat Ayanwale, which is believed to be linked to the suspected suicide of her husband, Ayoola Ayanwale, in the Sotubo area of the state. और पढो »Teacher redistribution targets staffing imbalance, not punishmentSegun Ayinde is a writer and The Guardian Nigeria's Ogun State Correspondent. और पढो »Ogun Communities Plead with Governor to Halt Land DemolitionFifteen communities in Abeokuta South, Ogun State, are appealing to Governor Dapo Abiodun to intervene in a demolition plot that threatens their villages and land. और पढो »Fire engulfs foam production section of Ogun Free Trade Zone, IgbesaSegun Ayinde is a writer and The Guardian Nigeria's Ogun State Correspondent.

In a major step toward peace and security in Cross River State, about 80 militants voluntarily surrendered their arms under the state government’s amnesty programme in Akpabuyo Local Government Area. Speaking on the development, Commander of 13 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General P.O. Alimikhena added that the 13 Brigade will continue to provide a secure environment while supporting all lawful initiatives aimed at reintegrating repentant youths and ensuring lasting stability across its area of responsibility. Alimikhena commended the Cross River State Government under Governor Bassey Edet Otu for its “unwavering commitment to peace, security, and stability in the state,” adding that the proactive engagement, coordination, and support of the state government were instrumental to the successful execution of the programme. He also encouraged the public to continue supporting security agencies with timely and credible information in a collective effort to ensure a safe and secure Cross River State.

The statement is titled ‘President Tinubu returns to Nigeria after Abu Dhabi trip.’The President departed Nigeria for Paris on Sunday, December 28, 2025, for the remaining portion of his annual leave. He then proceeded to Abu Dhabi for the annual summit, which ran from January 11 to 15. In 2025, the President was also in Abu Dhabi for the same summit. Both President Tinubu and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan witnessed the signing. The Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week is an annual global initiative convened by the UAE to promote discussions on sustainability, climate action, and energy transition.

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has expressed sadness over the tragic and senseless death of a Nigerian national, Emeka Christian, in Pune, India, who was allegedly beaten to death by two of his compatriots, Chukwudi Okafor, 31, and Samuel Eze, over a romantic dispute. NIDCOM Chairperson, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja, extended her deepest condolences to the bereaved family and loved ones, stating that no family should endure such heartbreak. The statement, signed by the Director of Media, Public Relations and Protocol, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, said the commission had called on the Indian authorities to thoroughly investigate the incident and ensure that justice is served. Together, we can build a stronger and more positive diaspora community,” the statement added. The commission also urged all Nigerians in the diaspora to always be their brother’s keeper, resolve conflicts peacefully through dialogue, and uphold the highest standards of conduct.

For the average Nigerian worker, civil servant or small business owner, such fares are not merely unaffordable; they are inconceivable. What makes the situation even more troubling is that Nigerians are not choosing air travel out of luxury or whim. When airfares then climb to half a million naira, the citizen is effectively trapped: unsafe roads below, unaffordable skies above. Treating it purely as a market-driven luxury ignores the realities of national integration, economic productivity and social cohesion. Mobility is not a luxury; it is a catalyst for economic growth, national unity and social inclusion.

Despite her efforts, her monthly gas and electricity bills last year always topped $500, and one month reached $975. “If they keep rising, who is going to be able to pay their bills?” Sims-El asked. “Certainly not me, not anyone except the super-wealthy.”SacrificesSims-El said she has had to make lifestyle changes to cope with her energy costs. Halfway across the country, Samantha Lott, a resident of Denton, Texas, has found herself tailoring her shopping habits to cope with rising energy costs, too. It also attempted to eliminate the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which helps 6 million low-income Americans with their energy bills each year.

Museveni, 81, won 71.65 percent of the vote in Thursday’s election, the Electoral Commission said, amid reports of at least 10 deaths and intimidation of the opposition and civil society. His victory allows him to extend his 40-year rule of the east African country. Wine has faced relentless pressure since entering politics, including multiple arrests before his first run for the presidency in 2021. This “instilled fear and eroded public trust in the electoral process”, former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan told reporters in Kampala. – Reports of violence –Museveni’s ruling party, the National Resistance Movement, also had a commanding lead in parliamentary seats, according to provisional results.

Sitting above the Pure trim, the Pure Plus variant is aimed at buyers who want modern tech and added convenience without stretching all the way to the top-spec trims. The wheel covers, body-coloured door handles, and shark-fin antenna make the Pure Plus look noticeably better than the Pure variant. InteriorStep inside the Pure Plus variant, and the cabin feels more welcoming and modern compared to the Pure trim. The Pure Plus variant builds on the Pure trim by adding several comfort, convenience, and infotainment features that make a big difference in daily usage. This alone makes the Pure Plus feel far more contemporary than the Pure variant.

The number of casualties in the gruesome killings of members of one family in a Kano community has risen to seven, the Kano Police Command confirmed. Suspected assailants reportedly killed a housewife and her four children, including an infant child, in their home early Saturday in Kano. The neighbour who came out of the house told us she found everyone in the house in a pool of their blood. Spokesperson of the Kano Police Command, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, has confirmed the ugly development, revealing that an investigation has been launched to unravel the circumstances. “Bodies were evacuated and rushed to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital, Kano, where they were pronounced dead.

Four major aviation unions have issued a 14-day ultimatum to the management of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology, Zaria, warning that failure to conclude the long-delayed review of staff Conditions of Service will result in a total withdrawal of services across the institution. Staff of NCAT have at different times complained that workers in other aviation agencies, such as the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria and the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, enjoy better welfare packages than they do. According to the statement, NCAT management has repeatedly failed to conclude the review of the institution’s Conditions of Service despite several engagements, meetings, and assurances given to staff unions over time. “Given its status as the centre of aviation excellence in Nigeria, we have consistently supported management as partners in progress,” the unions added. Contacted, NCAT spokesperson Jude Amadi said he was not aware of the ultimatum but promised to confirm and revert to our correspondent.

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Suspected assailants have killed a housewife and her four children, including an infant, in their home early on Saturday in Kano, The Guardian gathered. The ugly incident occurred in the early hours, and everyone is under tense situation now. The neighbour who came out of the house told us she found everyone in the house in a pool of their blood. The entire Dorayi Chiranci and Dorayi Babba cannot sleep with their eyes closed. While the entire circumstances surrounding the attack remain unclear, security operatives said an investigation had since commenced on the horrifying incident.

No fewer than 248 passengers narrowly escaped death on Friday night after a Qatar Airways aircraft developed a technical fault mid-air and was forced to make an emergency landing at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency confirmed that the aircraft, which was fully loaded with 248 passengers and 12 crew members, encountered the problem while airborne within Nigerian airspace, triggering distress alerts and an immediate emergency response. According to a preliminary report by LASEMA, obtained by PUNCH Online, the agency said it activated the state’s emergency response plan immediately upon receiving the distress call through its 767/112 toll-free emergency lines. Eyewitnesses at the airport described tense moments as emergency responders lined the runway, while passengers on board braced for an unexpected landing. LASEMA explained that upon arrival at the scene, its Lagos Response Team discovered that the aircraft had already conducted a forced landing due to technical issues.

The Anambra State Police Command has revealed that a male suspect, Ifesinachi Ezeolu aged 28 years, as the person inside the violent masquerade that carried out several unprovoked attacks on residents during a festival in Awgbu community, Orumba North Local Government Area of the state. Following the development, the Anambra State Police Command arrested the masquerade and took him into custody. However, a press statement released on Saturday by the spokesman for the Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed that the 28-year-old suspect was behind the masquerade. The statement read in part, “The Anambra State Police Command has revealed a male suspect, Ifesinachi Ezeolu aged 28 years as the person inside the violent conduct displayed during the outing of a masquerade in Awgbu community. “The command also emphasizes that masquerade activities, like all public gatherings, must be conducted peacefully and within the confines of the law.

The Nigerian Army has recorded a major peace milestone in Cross River State with the voluntary surrender of militants under the state government’s amnesty programme in Akpabuyo Local Government Area. The militants came from two camps. The second, headed by John Isaac, also known as Akpokolo and popularly called the Akpokolo Marine Forces or Border Boys, presented forty-one fighters. The 13 Brigade commended the Cross River State Government, led by Governor Bassey Edet Otu, for its “unwavering commitment to peace, security, and stability,” and emphasised the importance of civil-military collaboration in sustaining security. The army urged the public to continue supporting security agencies with timely and credible information to maintain a safe and secure Cross River State.