The Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) has opened the year with a strong message of appreciation and renewed partnership, commending its donors and corporate partners for their extraordinary commitment to the security and stability of Lagos State throughout 2025. Your contributions, Ogunsan observed, “over the past year represented far more than financial support. They reflected trust, shared responsibility and a collective commitment to safeguarding lives, property and the economic vitality of Lagos State. Looking ahead to 2026, the Fund expressed optimism about consolidating gains recorded in the past year, deepening strategic partnerships and welcoming new donors who share its vision of a secure, resilient and investor-friendly Lagos State. “We are confident that, together, we can sustain the gains recorded and respond effectively to emerging security challenges in the year ahead,” Ogunsan added.

Troops of the Nigerian Army, under 63 Brigade/Sector 1 of the Joint Task Force, South-South, Operation Delta Safe, have arrested a 13-member criminal gang and recovered 13 pump-action rifles during a coordinated operation in Oshimili North Local Council of Delta State. In a statement, the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 63 Brigade, Captain Iliyasu Bawa-Rijau, said the arrests followed a series of follow-up operations after the initial raids. Further search operations in the area led to the recovery of eight additional pump-action rifles at Umuisiagba, bringing the total number of weapons seized to 13. “All suspects and recovered arms have been handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and possible prosecution,” the statement said. He reassured residents of Delta State and neighbouring communities of the brigade’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property.

Manchester United have sacked head coach Ruben Amorim, the club confirmed in a dramatic decision on Monday, 5 January 2026, a club statement revealed. The Portuguese coach, who only joined the Red Devils in November 2024, has been relieved of his duties amid growing dissatisfaction with the team’s performances and recent comments that exposed internal tensions at Old Trafford. At this stage, Manchester United are expected to name an interim manager while preparations begin for identifying a permanent replacement. Darren Fletcher inA release later on the club website noted that former club star, Darren Fletcher will take over the team’s next game against Burnley. He said, “Ruben Amorim has departed his role as Head Coach of Manchester United.

After confirming a full design overhaul, along with some key details, Tata Motors has dropped another teaser for the Punch facelift, this time around confirming that it will get a new turbo-petrol engine, along with some new features that are making their way into the micro-SUV. Let’s take a look at what the teaser shows:2026 Tata Punch Facelift Teased; New Engine And Features Revealed! 2026 Tata Punch Facelift: PowertrainUnder the hood, the aforementioned 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine will make its debut in the Punch facelift and will be offered beside the 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine powering the current car, which gets a bi-fuel CNG option too. The Punch facelift will go up against other micro SUVs like the Hyundai Exter, Citroen C3, Renault Kiger, Maruti Ignis and Nissan Magnite. ZigSays…The Tata Punch has been a stellar performer in the market, and this comprehensive facelift, along with a more powerful engine, will help address its weak point, furthering its appeal even more.

The Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Professor Ngozi Odu, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress. Odu’s defection comes more than a month after Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the majority of state and federal lawmakers from Rivers State left the PDP for the APC. She also urged residents of the area to demonstrate their support for President Bola Tinubu and the governor by registering massively with the APC. They said wherever I go, they will go with me; and wherever Governor Fubara and President Tinubu go, they will go. Odu described the development as a boost to the APC strength in the LGA, adding that it is a sign of increasing grassroots alignment with the leadership of President Tinubu and Governor Fubara.

(Photo by Anna Moneymaker / Getty Images via AFP)A total of 32 Cuban nationals were killed during the US attack on Caracas that culminated in the capture of Venezuela’s president, Nicolas Maduro, the government in Havana said Sunday. “As a result of the criminal attack carried out by the government of the United States” against Venezuela, “32 Cubans lost their lives in combat operations,” the Cuban government said in a statement read on national television. In a stunning US military operation Saturday, Maduro was extracted from Caracas along with his wife, Cilia Flores, to face charges of drug trafficking and terrorism in a New York court Monday. Havana has declared two days of national mourning beginning at dawn Monday, and pledged to organise tributes. “Honor and glory to the brave Cuban fighters who fell facing terrorists in imperial uniform,” President Miguel Diaz-Canel wrote on X.AFP

While aboard Air Force One en route to Washington, Trump reiterated the goal. “We’ll worry about Greenland in about two months… let’s talk about Greenland in 20 days.”The territory’s prime minister issued a clear warning: “That’s enough now.”“No more pressure. Trump has said the United States will now “run” Venezuela indefinitely and tap its huge oil reserves. Asked in a telephone interview with The Atlantic about the implications of the Venezuela military operation for mineral-rich Greenland, Trump said it was up to others to decide. Over the weekend, the Danish prime minister also called on Washington to stop “threatening its historical ally”.

Tata Punch Facelift 2026 to Get Turbo-Petrol Engine, ADAS, and New FeaturesTata Motors has released a new teaser of the Tata Punch new model 2026, giving us a clearer look at its updated interior and confirming a major mechanical upgrade. Also Read: January 2026 New Car Launches - Full ListTurbo-Petrol Engine Confirmed for Punch FaceliftOne of the biggest updates for the 2026 Tata Punch is the addition of a turbo-petrol engine. New Interior Features RevealedThe latest teaser shows several cabin upgrades for the Tata Punch 2026 model. ADAS Confirmed for Tata Punch FaceliftA major highlight of the Punch facelift 2026 is the presence of a front-facing camera and a visible RADAR sensor in the lower bumper. Tata Punch Facelift 2026 Launch Date and Price ExpectationTata Punch facelift 2026 release date is confirmed as January 13, 2026.

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority petitioned the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to investigate the matter. Less than a week after the widely reported altercation, another passenger, Comfort Emmanson, was filmed confronting airport workers at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. While the Aviation Ground Handlers Association of Nigeria stood by the revised fees, AON argued that the proposed 300 per cent hike was unacceptable. The major local ground handling companies include NAHCO, SAHCO, Precision Aviation Handling Company Limited, Butake Resources Limited, and Swissport Nigeria. Earlier in the year, ground handling firms under the Aviation Ground Handling Association of Nigeria reportedly reached a consensus to increase handling charges, citing rising inflation and increased operating costs.

Options being considered, they said, include convening a National Executive Committee meeting or holding another national convention. As a result, INEC has declined to recognise any individual as the PDP candidate for the Ekiti election. He said, “With the recent position taken by INEC and its meetings with both factions, it has become increasingly clear that party leaders need to shift ground and find a way to resolve the crisis. “The crisis originally stemmed from party structure, and some of these issues will be discussed among party leaders. “Our leaders — Saraki, party leaders in the House of Representatives and Senate, NEC members and even Board of Trustees members — are involved in leading the reconciliation.

The new Secretary to the State Government, Benibo Anabraba. Photo: ChannelsThe Secretary to the Rivers State Government, Benibo Anabraba, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party. His resignation was contained in a letter dated January 5, 2026, and addressed to the PDP Chairman, Ward 1, Akuku-Toru Local Government Area of the state. The letter was submitted through the party’s ward office at Bob-Manuel’s Compound, Abonnema, the council headquarters in Rivers State. According to the letter, Anabraba said his decision to leave the main opposition party was “personal.

Tata Motors is gearing up to introduce the Tata Punch facelift on January 13 in India, as one of the major products in the country. The upcoming Tata Punch facelift has been already teased through videos on the company's social channel. Tata Punch facelift: Revamped design The Tata Punch facelift will come with significant design changes. Tata Punch facelift: Enhanced feature list The Tata Punch facelift will come with a front camera underneath the Tata brand logo at the front, which hints the SUV will come with a 360 degree surround view camera setup. Tata Punch facelift: Safety in focus Tata Punch is known as one of the safest affordable cars in India.

AdvertisementTata Motors has confirmed that the facelifted version of the Tata Punch will make it’s debut in India on January 13, 2026. This will be the first major update the Tata Punch will receive since it’s launch in 2021. It is being suspected that the interior of the Tata Punch facelift will align with that of the Punch EV that was launched last year. AdvertisementHowever, this will be all the facelifted Tata Punch will receive as no changes will be made in terms of mechanical features. Upon it’s launch, the Tata Punch Facelift will rival against vehicles like the Hyundai Exter, Maruti Swift, Tata Tigor, Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, Citroen C3, and the Renault Triber.

Tata Motors has finally confirmed that the facelift version of its highly popular Punch micro-SUV will be launched on January 13th, 2026. Interestingly, the SUV will also receive a turbocharged petrol engine this time. 2026 Tata Punch Facelift – What To Expect? New Petrol Engine ConfirmedTata has recently teased the Punch Facelift with a turbocharged engine. Interior and FeaturesWhile we are yet to see the interior layout of the new Tata Punch, it is expected to be slightly revamped to accomodate a larger floating infotainment system.

In the works for some time, test mules of Tata Punch facelift have been spotted on several occasions in the past few months. In the first teaser, Tata indicated changes in exterior styling for the upcoming Punch. The short clip confirms that the Punch facelift will be offered in a new iTurbo iteration, similar to the erstwhile Altroz iTurbo. Tata Punch Facelift: Turbo Petrol Engine On CardsIn both these applications, this 1.2-litre turbo petrol mill churns out 118 bhp and 170 Nm of peak torque. We expect this engine to deliver the same output in the upcoming Tata Punch iTurbo.