China turns back to native black pigs as concerns grow over Western pork
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.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 10:47 UTC
Scam operations: China executes four more Myanmar mafia members
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.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 10:47 UTC
FG\ASUU new agreement: Anxiety as varsity lecturers await implementation
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.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 10:33 UTC
Lagos govt warns influencers, content creators against using children in illegal online content
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.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 10:25 UTC
Trump blasts Grammys, threatens legal action against awards host, Trevor Noah
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.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 09:36 UTC
Who Was Ifunanya Nwangene? Know The Voice Nigeria Contestant Age, Net worth, Career Highlights & Cause of Death
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.
Source:The Guardian
February 02, 2026 09:16 UTC
Tata Punch Accomplished Plus S vs Tata Nexon Creative: Price, Dimensions, Features And Engine Options Compared
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.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 09:01 UTC
Tata Nexon, Punch, Tiago Drive 47% YoY Sales Growth In January 2026
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.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 08:47 UTC
Grammys 2026: Burna Boy loses Best Global Music Album to Brazilian music legends
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.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 08:13 UTC
Jeremy Swayman, Andrei Vasilevskiy stage friendly punch-up on outdoor stage
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.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 07:15 UTC
Boxer Jarrell Miller's hairpiece was knocked upward by a punch, then he threw it into the crowd
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.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 07:03 UTC
The Anambra market issue
Some people protested the one-week closure of the market, blocking the ever busy Asaba-Onitsha expressway leading to the Onitsha bridge head. Actually, Soludo, a Professor of Economics, has never hidden his disdain for IPOB’s sit-at-home order, which he has always described as an act of economic sabotage in the South-East. The veritable issue is security; the government needs enhanced security to stymie the illegal sit-at-home order by IPOB. Put differently, why should citizens find it more compelling or convenient to obey the illegal order of non-state actors while defying official directives? A situation where an illegal directive by a misguided organisation has literally crippled commerce and other economic activities in one of the country’s most commercially vibrant states is intolerable.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 05:22 UTC
Idolatry: The Worship of a President
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu returned over the weekend, swagger intact, despite his tumble in Turkey. ‘American Idolatry: The Worship of a President’ was an opinion article published in the November 9, 2004 edition of the Yale Daily News by Christopher Ashley. We also had a president who, for all his flaws, checked the festering tendency of lawmakers and judges to commodify their offices. As Gilkey warns, “What silence qua silence mediates is the destruction of the self…” Silence hollows out the silent. Robert Locander’s ‘The President, the Press, and the Public: Friends and Enemies of Democracy’ treats issues such as this.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
February 02, 2026 05:22 UTC
Failed coup: I was marked for arrest, assassination –Defence minister
), on Sunday disclosed that he was among the intended targets of the recently foiled coup plot against President Bola Tinubu, revealing that the conspirators planned to arrest or shoot him if he resisted. “But again, I think these guys were just a bunch of very unserious individuals that I really don’t know. He added that even without the intervention of the military, Nigerians would have resisted any attempt to overthrow a democratically elected government. I can’t even imagine a colonel ever thinking of doing such a thing.”The Defence Minister stressed that executing a coup in modern-day Nigeria was virtually impossible, unlike in the past. In October 2025, the Defence Headquarters had dismissed reports of a coup attempt, despite the arrest of 16 officers accused of sponsoring the plot.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 04:32 UTC
Travels: Presidency spends N34bn on forex in two years
In 2024, forex purchases were heavily concentrated in the first half of the year, coinciding with a period of heightened exchange rate volatility and sustained pressure on the naira. From July 2024, forex purchases by the State House intensified, with multiple same-day transactions on July 17 alone. These included N149.05m, N358.53m, N243.32m, N739.07m, and N73.07m, all tagged as forex purchases. Total forex purchases for the year stood at N5.04bn, a steep decline from the previous year. The State House and Office of the Chief of Staff accounted for smaller but still significant amounts, often linked directly to specific trips by the President, Vice President or First Lady.
Source:Punch
February 02, 2026 04:23 UTC