Wike vows to protect PDP from ‘vampires,’ monitor Oyo politics
I am also interested in all the happenings in Oyo State PDP. He dismissed claims that party members were being intimidated, arguing that recent court cases had weakened such threats. They have no option but to recognise the Caretaker Committee,” Wike stated. Despite the challenges facing the PDP, Wike maintained that the party remains a strong political force capable of recovery. The announcement followed the faction’s 105th meeting of the PDP National Executive Committee held on Monday in Abuja.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 20:33 UTC
The Indo Daily: ‘One strong punch’ – Trinity law graduate gets six-year sentence for killing Limerick student after Greek trial
Anne O’Brien saw her son leave for a holiday on a Greek island, only to return home in a coffin. For more than four years, the family of Niall O’Brien (21) have sought justice. Last Tuesday, a Trinity College Dublin law graduate was found guilty of causing the death of Niall, a University of Limerick student, after a confrontation on the island of Ios. “My son went to Ios to have the holiday of a lifetime and he came home to me in a coffin,” Mrs O’Brien told the court. Today on The Indo Daily, Ciaran Dunbar is joined by Sunday Independent journalist Mark Tighe, to discuss the trial, the witness testimony, and both families' strong reaction from the case.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 20:28 UTC
Is Nigeria becoming a One-Party State?
00:00 a lot of our reaction have ensued asking the question is nigeria becoming a one-party state00:05 we are as well asking the same question is it is this not dangerous for democracy00:10 that we you know supposedly following and what do you think this means for the 2027 general00:19 election and for peter the obedience movement also did made it clear that they are supporting00:26 peter as president not as vice president now we have a lot of questions again to ask00:33 there is no automatic ticket waiting in the camp of the adc for peter of course it's going to have00:38 to do the primaries with notable uh contestant we've got the former vice president atikwa00:44 bubaka we've got a former kaduna uh governor herrify also in contention we've got a lot of them as well00:51 as our former governor of delta state i wrote me amici all of them are now in the ranks of the00:56 adc and every one of them at some point you know in the past i've shown interest in also contesting01:02 in 2027 meanwhile you have to keep in mind that we have only one ticket from the adc now as things01:09 stands for pdp uh pdp looks more like a sinking ship when you look of things we've got a lot of01:16 defections right from you know last year even prior before last year till now currently we have 28 states01:24 there are apc states you want to say that out of 36 it's more like what is the future you know01:31 for opposition parties here in nigeria and uh i will be asking these questions from our viewers at01:38 home do you think that the defection of peter b to the adc gives us a credible opposition against the01:47 ruling party apc and do you think that peter b can successfully you know knew the ticket in the01:55 primaries for the adc so many things to discuss about on the political matters of nigeria but of02:00 course it's still in the early stages just barely a year to go and this year we'll be having two02:04 governorship election one of course in in ocean state and the other one in a kitty state two governorship02:11 elections to look out for uh you know in the year 2026 thank you for being part of our world here that02:16 will be the size of our package today on guardian talks i wish we could you know get the discussion02:21 on going but of course time is not always a friend on the show and until next time where we'll come02:27 again with topical discussions to talk about most importantly in the political space i am olu kaiode02:35 and uh it's been a pleasure to be your host today until next time i come your way again
Source:The Guardian
February 02, 2026 19:38 UTC
Ogun@50: We’re on the path of progress — Gov Abiodun
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State on Monday said that Ogun, the Gateway State, is on the path of progress with the quantum of developmental strides it has recorded over the past 50 years. Gov Abiodun said Ogun State had recorded remarkable progress over the past five decades, particularly in education, housing, healthcare, agriculture, and other key sectors of the economy. He commended Governor Abiodun for giving attention to all sectors of the economy. Former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo lauded past and present administrators of Ogun State for their effort in building a virile state. He said, “Ogun State, created in 1976, has been lucky to be administered by selfless leaders who believed in its future.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 19:29 UTC
Ex-AGoF opens defence in FG’s alleged N868m fraud against him
The EFCC is prosecuting the former AGoF on a nine-count charge bordering on alleged money laundering to the tune of N868,465,000. When the lawyer asked him if he knows Chief Jerry Nwachukwu, Nwabuoku, who is the 1st defence witness (DW1), responded in affirmative. He is a contractor, a registered contractor in the Ministry of Defence, even before I became director in the ministry,” he said. “My lord, I want the court to discharge and acquit me in respect of this suit,” the ex-AGof said. The anti-graft agency closed its case after calling nine witnesses to establish its case against Nwabuoku.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 19:27 UTC
Eight-year-old Aura V makes history as youngest Grammy winner
Eight-year-old American singer, Aura Valentina, popularly known as Aura V, made history at the 68th Grammy Awards on Sunday by becoming the youngest individually credited Grammy winner ever. She won ‘Best Children’s Music Album’ for ‘Harmony’ alongside her father, Harold Simmons, popularly known as Fyütch, in the duo FYÜTCH & Aura V.Aura V broke the record previously held by Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s daughter, Blue Ivy, who won her first Grammy at age nine in 2021. Modeling things like harmony, community, and self-love.”Aura V had a shout-out of her own: “Shout-out to Laufey,” she said. “I just saw her on the red carpet, and I got to talk to her for a little bit. And I know that she just won a Grammy, too, so congratulations to her.”
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 19:20 UTC
Nigeria rallies scientists to turn African research into life-saving solutions
Senior government officials, scientists, and global research leaders have called for a decisive shift from basic scientific discovery to real-world health solutions, as Nigeria hosted the SPARK Translational Research Boot Camp and Conference 2026 in Abuja. He said Nigeria and Africa are navigating multiple transitions at once, including demographic, epidemiological, economic, technological, and political shifts. He also highlighted what he described as Africa’s paradox: a population of about 1.4 billion people that accounts for only a tiny fraction of global research spending. He rejected the notion that successful translational research was only possible in places like Silicon Valley, citing SPARK’s expansion to Taiwan. If we ignore that, we fail patients.”He also expressed concern over declining global support for health research.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 18:30 UTC
Onanuga, Atiku Aide Clash Over 'Shoot at Sight' Comments
The exchange, which occurred on Sunday, was triggered by a report on alleged vandalism of rehabilitation work on the Ilesha–Ibadan Expressway. Reacting to the report, Onanuga, via his X handle @aoanuga1956, condemned the act and called for severe punishment for those involved. Hours later, Shaibu responded through his handle, @phrankangel, faulting the statement and describing it as inappropriate for a government official. Shaibu responded with a detailed explanation, maintaining that “shoot on sight” is a fixed idiom in English and should not be altered. As of the time of filing this report, Onanuga had not responded to Shaibu’s latest remarks.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 17:47 UTC
Bishop Kukah urges Nigerians to unite and end bloodshed
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Matthew Kukah, has raised concerns over the persistent killings in different parts of Nigeria, calling on Nigerians to unite and put an end to the bloodshed. Also speaking at the event, former Senate President and ex-Kwara State Governor, Dr Bukola Saraki, who was the guest speaker, urged Nigerians to prioritise competence and leadership qualities over political affiliation. “APC is moving from Rivers, Plateau, Taraba and Kano states, and our next destination is Adamawa State. “In 2023, we saw treachery; we saw assault; we saw the moral compromise of a bankrupt elite masked as patriots. He urged Nigerians not to wait for the justice system alone to deal with such individuals.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 17:37 UTC
JAMB offers free UTME forms to persons with disabilities
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced that persons with disabilities (PWDs) will receive free application documents for the 2026/2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. As done in previous years, the Board said the free application documents would be processed through the JAMB Equal Opportunity Group for eligible candidates with disabilities who intend to sit the examination. He restated the Board’s commitment to the welfare of persons with disabilities through its free application documents initiative. According to Oloyede, beneficiaries of the scheme include, but are not limited to, persons living with Down syndrome, autism, dyslexia and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). “To support persons living with disabilities, JAMB will issue free application documents to all categories of persons living with disabilities.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 17:13 UTC
REA delivers 100kWp mini-grid to Kaduna community
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has completed and commissioned a 100 kWp solar mini-grid in Damau, a rural community in the Kubau Local Government Area of Kaduna State, marking another milestone in the Agency’s mandate to expand sustainable energy access and improve socio-economic growth in underserved and underserved communities across Nigeria. The MD/CEO, REA, Dr Abba Abubakar Aliyu, while speaking on the intervention, said the Damau project reflects the Agency’s evolving approach to rural electrification, which deliberately integrates energy access with social infrastructure and community needs rather than deploying power in isolation. “The ongoing energy access scale-up effort of the Federal Government is a clear example of how decentralised renewable energy can transform rural communities,” the REA boss said. ALSO READ: Kogi govt issues mini-grid permit to investorsThe Damau mini-grid, delivered through the Federal Government’s Capital Subvention, is one of several renewable energy infrastructure projects being deployed by the REA. The community borehole, powered by the mini-grid and designed as part of the Agency’s intervention, has significantly reduced the burden of water scarcity, particularly for women and children who traditionally travel long distances in search of water.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 17:02 UTC
UAC records 74% increased revenue at N343.4bn following acquisition
UAC of Nigeria PLC in its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended 31 December 2025, recorded a 74 percent increase in revenue to N343.4 billion, following the successful completion of its transformational acquisition of C.H.I. Operating profit stood at N8.2 billion, down from N12.2 billion in Q4 2024, reflecting the impact of one-off transaction costs related to the acquisition of C.H.I. Excluding these one-off costs, operating profit surged to N20.3 billion, representing a 66 per cent year-on-year increase. Limited significantly increased the scale of our Group, with revenue reaching N343 billion, a 74 percent increase compared to 2024. Beyond its operating subsidiaries, UAC also benefited from improved contributions from associate companies, supported by sales of non-core property assets at MDS Logistics Limited.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 16:49 UTC
Italian singer loses her voice, regains it again by screaming
Italian singer and guitarist Stefania “Alos” Pedretti has regained her voice by screaming after losing her ability to speak following a coma caused by severe encephalitis in January 2022. After intubation during her coma, Pedretti’s vocal cords were unable to close, leaving her unable to speak for months. Once Pedretti’s voice returned, she followed months of exercises to re-learn proper speaking and singing techniques. “I realise that there are social barriers to shouting and screaming,” Pedretti reflects. It is our right to scream, if we want to.”Her story demonstrates how music and instinctive vocal expression can be powerful tools for healing and reclaiming one’s voice.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 16:49 UTC
‘Sue the stylists,’ reactions trail Davido, Chioma’s outfit at Grammys 2026
Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, and his wife, Chioma Adeleke, have ignited social media debates over their fashion choices at the 68th Grammy Awards, held Sunday, February 1, at the Crypto Arena in Los Angeles. While Davido opted for a sleek black suit, his wife, making her Grammys debut, turned heads in a sheer dress that drew mixed reactions online. Social media users criticised the couple’s styling, with many focusing on Chioma’s choice of outfit. Comments ranged from suggestions that her stylist should be “sacked” to arguments that she personally approved the look. A wife and a mom oo we Africans love copying the wrong things.”Some reactions focused on Chioma’s comfort and style.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 16:47 UTC
APC doors open to welcome Kwankwaso, says party chairman
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has said the ruling party remains open to welcoming the former presidential candidate of the New Nigerian Peoples Party, Rabi’u Kwankwaso. Yilwatda made the remark amid recent political realignments and speculations in Kano State politics, which have also drawn reactions from Kwankwaso. Recall that the Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, recently defected from the NNPP to the APC, alongside members of the State House of Assembly and House of Representatives. Speaking during an interview on Trust TV on Sunday, the APC chairman said that although the party is not currently in talks with the former Kano governor, he would be warmly received if he chose to join the APC. “Our doors are still open for Kwankwaso to join the APC.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 16:24 UTC