Medical negligence killed my son in Lagos hospital — Chimamanda Adichie
Renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has alleged medical negligence in the circumstances surrounding the death of her 21-month-old son, Nkanu Nnamdi, who died on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She stated that her son “would be alive today if not for an incident at Euracare Hospital on January 6th,” where he was taken for medical procedures. The morning of the 6th, we left Atlantis Hospital for Euracare, Nkanu carried in his father’s arms. Adichie said she was later told her son had been administered an excessive dose of propofol by the anesthesiologist. Some hours later, Nkanu was gone,” she said.
Source:Punch
January 10, 2026 18:59 UTC
Afcon roundup: Victor Osimhen sends Nigeria past Algeria to reach semi-finals
Strikers Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams grabbed second-half goals as Nigeria powered to a deserved 2-0 victory against Algeria in Saturday’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final to set up a meeting with the hosts Morocco in the last four. Adams increased Nigeria’s lead 10 minutes later as Osimhen unselfishly fed him the ball and he took it round Zidane before placing it into an empty net. It was an impressive performance by Nigeria, who two months ago missed out on World Cup qualification, as they overwhelmed their opponents from the start at the Grand Stade de Marrakech. Nigeria looked more determined, quicker around the field and stronger in the challenges, denying their opponents a single scoring chance. Later on Saturday, Egypt play Côte d’Ivoire in Agadir to decide who will play Senegal in Wednesday’s first semi-final.
Source:The Guardian
January 10, 2026 18:16 UTC
Seun Kuti warns Wizkid FC over Fela comparisons
Afrobeat singer and activist, Seun Kuti, has launched a scathing attack on fans of popular artiste, Wizkid, over what he described as repeated and disrespectful attempts to drag the name of his late father, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, into online music debates. In a lengthy Instagram video posted on Saturday, Seun warned Wizkid’s fan base, popularly known as Wizkid FC, to “keep Fela’s name out” of their arguments, accusing them of ignorance and provocation. “Keep Fela’s name out of your (Wizkid FC) mouths. Why must you find a way to bring Fela always into your discussions?” he said. “If your lack of respect came from a place of defiance, I would respect it.
Source:Punch
January 10, 2026 17:29 UTC
Anaesthetists society monitoring medical negligence allegations surrounding Adichie’s son
The Nigerian Society of Anaesthetists says it is monitoring allegations of medical negligence surrounding the death of Chimamanda Adichie’s 21-month-old son, Nkanu. Its National President, Prof. Alhassan Mohammed, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Saturday in Lagos. An official family statement said that 21-month-old Nkanu Nnamdi, the son of novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, died on January 7 after a brief illness. PUNCH Online reported that in a statement released on Saturday, Adichie alleged medical negligence as the cause of her son’s death. She said Nkanu was taken to Euracare Hospital for an MRI scan and the insertion of a central line.
Source:Punch
January 10, 2026 17:05 UTC
FG and ASUU to Sign New Agreement on January 14
The Federal Government is set to formally sign an agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities following weeks of negotiations. The development may be linked to the 40 per cent salary increase for academic staff proposed by the FG last month and accepted by the union. The circular, dated January 5, 2026, and referenced FME/IS/UNI/ASUU/C.11/Vol.V/82, was signed by the Director of University Education, Rakiya Ilyasu, on behalf of the Minister of Education. According to the circular, “This signing represents a critical milestone in promoting industrial harmony and improving teaching and learning in our universities. Under the new terms, professors will earn a pension equivalent to their final annual salary upon retirement at age 70.
Source:Punch
January 10, 2026 16:32 UTC
Fayose on Rivers Crisis: I Never Expected Fubara-Wike Rift
L-R: Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has said he never anticipated the political rift between Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, cautioning the governor to tread carefully amid the deepening crisis in the state. I never knew this thing would ever happen between Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike,” Fayose said. Fayose’s comments come against the backdrop of renewed political tension in Rivers State, despite several reconciliation efforts, including presidential intervention. The power struggle between Wike and Fubara intensified months after the governor assumed office, plunging Rivers State into a governance crisis.
Source:Punch
January 10, 2026 15:59 UTC
Algeria v Nigeria: Africa Cup of Nations 2025 quarter-final – live
Share3m ago 16.22 GMT 2o min: Riyad Mahrez takes down the ball expertly on the right before Onyemaechi fouls him. Share10m ago 16.15 GMT 12 min: Algeria are getting a foothold in the game now. Share16m ago 16.10 GMT 7 min: Nigeria have taken control of the early proceedings. Share22m ago 16.03 GMT 1 min: Nigeria win an early free kick. Share25m ago 16.01 GMT Kick off Here we go.
Source:The Guardian
January 10, 2026 15:15 UTC
5 Expert-Backed Ways to Improve Your Eyesight
The global agency noted that without timely detection, reduced or absent eyesight can have long-term personal and economic consequences. Experts have observed that certain habits common in modern life may negatively affect eye health. This sustained effort can lead to muscle fatigue and temporary spasms, resulting in eye strain and temporary blurred distance vision after looking away. Nuts and dried fruits have also been found to contain important nutrients that support eye health in various ways. Take screen breaks“Staring at screens of phones and laptops for long periods can cause digital eye strain,” Akande noted.
Source:Punch
January 10, 2026 15:03 UTC
Nigerian hospital responsible for my son’s death — Adichie
Nigerian literary icon, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has pointed fingers at a hospital in Victoria Island, Lagos, EURACARE Multispecialist Hospital for the death of her 21-month-old son, Nkanu, who passed away on January 7. According to Adichie, the anesthesiologist’s negligence during a basic medical procedure in preparation for their trip led to her son’s demise. Her team told The Guardian that Adichie sent the message out. Atlantis Hospital referred us elsewhere, which was said to be the best place to have the procedures done,” Adichie added. The following morning, Adichie, Nkanu, and her husband left Atlantis Hospital for another hospital.
Source:The Guardian
January 10, 2026 14:41 UTC
Greenland parties reject US control, seek independence
US President Donald Trump is discussing options including military action to take control of Greenland, the White House said on January 6, 2025, upping tensions that Denmark warns could destroy the NATO alliance. “The future of Greenland must be decided by Greenlanders.”Denmark and other European allies have voiced shock at Trump’s threats to take control of Greenland, where the United States already has a military base. Trump says controlling the strategic island is crucial for US national security, given the rising military activity of Russia and China in the Arctic. “We’re not going to have Russia or China occupy Greenland. So we’re going to be doing something with Greenland, either the nice way or the more difficult way,” the US president said Friday.
Source:Punch
January 10, 2026 14:29 UTC
Sani urges youths to join politics, vote out bad leaders
In a post on X, Sani challenged older Nigerians who criticise younger office holders on social media to channel their energy into practical political engagement. He also referenced recent surveys indicating that Nigerian youths are more active on social media than in mainstream politics, describing the trend as unhelpful for democratic development. Sani encouraged young Nigerians not to be discouraged by perceptions that politics is only for the wealthy, stressing that many of those currently in power did not have easy beginnings. “You need to hear the story of most of those you see in power today; it wasn’t an easy ride from the beginning,” Sani said. Several groups have also called on political parties to lower barriers to entry for young aspirants, including high nomination fees, which critics say discourage grassroots participation.
Source:The Guardian
January 10, 2026 14:15 UTC
Kano NSCDC Removes Officer After Suspect Dies in Custody
The Kano State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has removed the Fagge Divisional Officer following the death of a suspect in custody. The divisional officer, along with all officers and men on duty at the time of the incident, have also been handed over to the Nigerian Police, Kano State Command, for further investigation and necessary action. This was disclosed in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Abdullahi, a copy of which was made available to The Punch on Friday. “Following the sad incident in which a suspect lost his life in Fagge divisional office and the subsequent setting up of panel of inquiry for discreet and fair investigation into the case, the state Commandant, NSCDC Kano State command, Mohammed Hassan Agalama has approved the removal of Fagge divisional officer, SC Amina Musa Kolawale. “A new divisional officer, CSC Bashir Isa Abubakar, has now been deployed to replace her,” Abdullahi said.
Source:Punch
January 10, 2026 13:52 UTC
Morning recap: Again, Tinubu wades into Wike-Fubara feud, businesses, traders hike prices over new tax laws, other leading stories
The laws are the Nigeria Tax Act, the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act and the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Act, all operating under a single authority, the Nigeria Revenue Service. The NRS had, last December, said the new tax laws were designed to strengthen economic competitiveness, attract investments and improve long-term fiscal stability. However, recent developments indicate that some business owners are already raising the prices of their goods and services, attributing the hikes to the tax laws. The lawmakers went as far as taunting Fubara that he cannot win an election without the support of Wike in the state. The fuel supply arrangement between the refinery and 20 major petroleum marketers, under which the parties agreed to offtake 600 million litres of petrol monthly, has collapsed over pricing disagreements.
Source:Punch
January 10, 2026 13:36 UTC
Fubara’s impeachment process still ongoing, not suspended – Rivers Assembly
The Rivers State House of Assembly has said that the impeachment process initiated against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, is ongoing and has not been halted, contrary to reports circulating online. The assembly stated this in a press release issued on Friday and signed by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Enemi George. The assembly said the process, which commenced on Thursday, was being carried out in line with the provisions of the Constitution. “The Rivers State House of Assembly is pleased to inform the good people of Rivers State that the impeachment process commenced by the House on Thursday, January 8, 2026 is fully on course in line with relevant provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended),” the statement read. Martin Chike Amaewhule, I call on all and sundry to disregard their antics, as their actions have already failed,” it said.
Source:Punch
January 10, 2026 13:30 UTC
NAF destroys Boko Haram structures, logistics facility in Borno
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has pounded Abbagajiri in the Timbuktu Triangle, an identified Boko Haram and ISWAP enclave within the Sambisa Forest of Borno State, destroying terrorist structures, concealed logistics facilities, and neutralising multiple insurgents. Based on actionable, multi-source intelligence confirming active terrorist presence in the area, NAF air assets were deployed in integrated surveillance and precision strike roles to engage identified targets. In a statement on Saturday, NAF Spokesman Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame said the airstrikes were conducted on January 8, 2026. “This operation demonstrates our unwavering commitment to delivering precise and decisive airpower in support of ground forces. Reaffirming NAF’s posture, Aneke emphasised that air operations would remain relentless and intelligence-driven.
Source:The Guardian
January 10, 2026 12:26 UTC