A group under the umbrella of Ogun West Professionals for Yayi has said that internal division would undermine the desire and aspiration of the senatorial district to produce the next governor of 50 years old, Ogun State. In a communique issued at the end of the media engagement held in Ilaro, on Sunday, the forum comprising sons and daughters of Ogun West, who are professionals in their callings, resolved to reposition the district for inclusion and taking leadership role in the state. The Senate Majority Leader, Dr Opeyemi Bamidele, who was the Guest Speaker at the media engagement spoke on the theme “The Power of Internal Coherence In Securing External Support: Roadmap For Achieving Ogun West Gubernatorial Ambition in 2027. The Forum unanimously endorsed Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) as the preferred candidate for Ogun State Governor in the year 2027. The forum emphasized the urgent need for a unified and coordinated approach among political stakeholders in Ogun West, stressing that internal divisions could undermine the historic opportunity before the district.

The Federal Cooperative College (FCC), Ibadan, recently held a capacity-building workshop for its staff and students to boost professionalism, service delivery, and employability. ALSO READ: Foundation graduates 1,000 indigenes, empowers them with equipment in LagosAbdulganiyu added that the initiative, which included a two-day capacity-building workshop for students, reinforces FCC Ibadan’s commitment to digital competence and inclusiveness. “This capacity-building workshop is aimed at enhancing ethical skills and digital competence in a bid to achieve sustainable excellence in educational administration. “Complementing TEERPS, Microsoft 365 Education is being leveraged to strengthen digital teaching, learning and collaboration among staff and students. “To achieve this, FCC Ibadan is working closely with seasoned technical experts and partners, Prof. S. Olayinka and Prof. Wilson Nwankwo, who are leading the digital capacity-building and onboarding process for academic staff, non-academic staff, and students.

THE Ogun State government has reaffirmed its territorial jurisdiction over Eba Island in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area, dismissing claims from some quarters in Ondo State as misleading and capable of triggering avoidable communal tension. The request was declined and subsequently reported to the Ogun State government, NNPCL and security agencies. According to the government, this engagement amounted to a tacit acknowledgment of Ogun State’s jurisdiction over the area. The government also cited lease agreements, historical community records and survey documents, including the Olokola free trade zone survey plan, as further evidence establishing Eba Island as part of Ogun State. Administrative validation by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was also referenced, with the polling unit at LA Primary School, Eba, officially registered under Makun/Irokun ward in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area of Ogun State.

A renowned Islamic cleric in Zaria, Sheikh Usman Idris, popularly known as ‘Rigi-Rigi’, has died at the age of 57. Umar said that Sheikh Usman Kusfa died in the early hours of Monday at a private hospital in Kaduna after battling an illness for a few months. ALSO READ: Nigerians react as Davido, others lose Grammy award to TylaAccording to him, Sheikh Kusfa was widely known for his Islamic teachings and had gained significant popularity on TikTok and other social media platforms. He said the cleric is survived by four wives, 37 children, and many grandchildren. Umar added that the funeral prayer for the deceased has been scheduled to take place in Kusfa, Zaria City, by 4:30 pm on Monday.

China is turning back to native black pigs as consumers and producers seek alternatives to mass-produced pork from Western breeds, driven by concerns over quality, taste and shrinking margins in the country’s pork sector. China turns back to native black pigs as this demand creates a rare bright spot for pork producers struggling after years of overcapacity and falling prices. Marketed as the “Wagyu of pork” for its fattier texture, black pork can sell for up to four times the price of standard white pork, according to interviews with producers, analysts and academics. To meet rising demand, China began importing Western pig breeds in the 1990s that matured in five months, compared with about a year for traditional black pigs. Wen Foodstuff said in November it aims to become China’s top black pork brand and increase black hogs to 5% of its herd by 2027.

China has executed four more members of the Bai family mafia, one of the groups behind scam operations in Myanmar, as part of its ongoing crackdown, state media reported. The four were among 21 members and associates of the Bai family convicted by a court in Guangdong province for fraud, homicide, causing injury and related offences. The executions follow the killing last week of 11 members of the Ming family mafia, another group linked to scam centres in Myanmar, as Chinese authorities intensify efforts to dismantle cross-border fraud networks in South East Asia. Authorities said the Bai family ran 41 compounds used for cyberscam activities and casinos, enforced by a private militia. Members of the scam networks were later captured and transferred to China.

Anxiety has gripped lecturers in the nation’s public universities as they are awaiting the implementation of their new agreement with the Federal Government, which is to commence with their January salaries. The university lecturers under their umbrella body- Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)- had on January 14th, 2026, signed a new agreement with the Federal Government ending the 17-year-old controversial agreement. Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, who signed the agreement, had declared at the elaborate signing ceremony in Abuja, that the government would begin the implementation with the January salaries. Also in the agreement is the future review of the document within a three-year cycle to ensure relevance and sustainability. A cross-section of university lecturers who are also members of ASUU are currently in anxiety as they are not sure whether Federal Government will be faithful to the terms of the agreement.

The Lagos State Government has cautioned content creators, influencers, and digital media producers against involving children in online content that violates child protection laws, warning that offenders could face criminal sanctions. It addresses growing concerns over the portrayal of minors in harmful or exploitative digital content. These include Sections 25(1) and 26 of the Lagos State Child’s Rights Law (2015), Sections 135–139 and 141 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State (2015), and Sections 23 and 24 of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Reaffirming its zero-tolerance stance on child abuse, the Lagos State Government said it would work with law enforcement agencies to ensure compliance with all relevant laws. Content creators were urged to familiarise themselves with applicable legal provisions and ensure that children’s rights are protected in all forms of creative expression.

United States President, Donald Trump, has threatened legal action against the host of the 68th Grammy Awards, Trevor Noah, following comments made during the awards ceremony on Sunday that referenced the US president and convicted sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein. The controversy followed Noah’s remarks shortly after congratulating Billie Eilish for winning the Grammy for Song of the Year for her track “Wildflower.”“Wow. That’s a Grammy that every artist wants – almost as much as Trump wants Greenland,” Noah said, alluding to Trump’s past comments about taking over the autonomous Arctic territory. Trump reacted swiftly on his Truth Social platform, first describing the Grammy Awards as the “WORST and virtually unwatchable,” before directly attacking Noah over the comments. … Get ready Noah, I’m going to have some fun with you!” Trump added.

Ifunanya Nwangene AgeIfunanya Nwangene was 26 years old when she tragically passed away on January 31, 2026. Ifunanya Nwangene Net WorthThere is no public information or official record regarding the net worth of Ifunanya Nwangene available. Ifunanya Nwangene Professional NameIfunanya Nwangene is professionally known as Nanya or the Soprano Queen. Ifunanya Nwangene Death ReasonIfunanya Nwangene tragically passed away due to a snake bite on January 31, 2023, cutting short the life and career of a talented young musician. Ifunanya Nwangene Instagram LinkIfunanya Nwangene Instagram Link is https://www.instagram.com/nanyah_music/?hl=enIfunanya Nwangene LegacyHer untimely death has created a void in the Nigerian music industry.

Although the Punch belongs to a smaller segment, its top Accomplished Plus S variant is priced close to the Nexon Creative. PriceTata Punch Accomplished + S Tata Nexon Creative Price (ex-showroom) Rs 9 lakh to Rs 9.80 lakh Rs 10 lakh to Rs 11.80 lakhThe Punch Accomplished+ S is clearly the more affordable option in this comparison, with prices undercutting the Nexon Creative by around Rs 20,000. Additionally, the Punch Accomplished+ S comes equipped with safety tech such as a TPMS. CarDekho SaysThe Tata Punch Accomplished+ S makes a strong case for itself by offering a long feature list, and modern tech at a lower price point. The Tata Nexon Creative, on the other hand, justifies its higher price with a bigger body, more powertrain options, and a stronger long-distance appeal.

Tata Motors has announced that it has recorded a YoY sales growth of 47% in January 2026. The volume driver for the brand were models such as the Nexon, Punch and Tiago. It is important to note that, with this, Tata Motors has also achieved its highest-ever monthly passenger vehicle sales last month. Moreover, the Punch SUV has surpassed the cumulative sales figure of 7 lakh units in over 4 years and 3 months. Let's dive deeper into how Nexon, Punch and more models contributed to the growth.

Nigerian music star Burna Boy did not secure the Best Global Music Album award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, as the honour went to Brazilian music icons Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia. Burna Boy’s album No Sign of Weakness was beaten by the Brazilian duo’s critically acclaimed live project, Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo, which emerged winner in the highly competitive category of the 2026 Grammy Awards. ALSO READ: BREAKING: Davido loses Grammy award to TylaThe outcome rounded off a challenging night for the Nigerian artiste, who had earlier missed out on the Best African Music Performance award. That category was claimed by South African singer Tyla for her song Push 2 Start, which outperformed entries from Burna Boy, Davido and Ayra Starr. Despite the losses, Burna Boy’s multiple nominations once again highlighted his strong presence on the global music stage and his continued recognition among the world’s leading recording artistes.

After the bout, Vasilevskiy patted Swayman on the side of the head in a friendly gesture. But the best way to lighten the mood was to ask about the goalie fight. Young Matt Poitras lit up when asked about the goalie fight. We down from the fastest goal against probably (11 seconds in), come back, had the lead, they come back, goalie fight, what else do you want? Overall it was just a good show today, Sway having the goalie fight.

Boxer Jarrell Miller was hit with such a good punch he lost his hairpiece ... literally. But one of the punches knocked Miller’s head backward, and his hairpiece popped upward from the front, revealing a large bald spot that covered most of his head. Miller finished the round with the hairpiece, then ripped it off in his corner between rounds and tossed it into the crowd at Madison Square Garden. Ibeh punches Miller on Saturday. The boxer from Brooklyn was fighting on the undercard of the event topped by Teofimo Lopez’s title bout against unbeaten Shakur Stevenson, in what was Miller’s first fight at Madison Square Garden.