Begin the new year with a concise update on Nigeria’s major stories, from political clashes and security incidents to the start of a landmark tax regime.
1. Wike, Bauchi Governor Clash Over Terrorism Financing Allegations: Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike are embroiled in a war of words. Mohammed alleges a political witch-hunt by the Tinubu government, accusing Wike of instigating terrorism financing charges against his Finance Commissioner.
2. Monarch, Son Kidnapped in Kwara Palace Attack: The Aniwo 1 of Aafin community in Kwara State, Oba Simeon Olaonipekun, and his NYSC-serving son were kidnapped on New Year’s Eve when gunmen stormed the palace, shooting sporadically.
3. Fire Guts Shops in Lagos Market: A fire outbreak gutted several shops containing electronics worth millions of naira in a storey-building beside the Ikotun Roundabout in Lagos State.
4. Police Arrest Driver in Anthony Joshua’s Fatal Crash: The Ogun State Police Command has arrested the 47-year-old driver, Kayode Adeniyi, who was behind the wheel of the Lexus SUV involved in the fatal crash carrying boxer Anthony Joshua.
5. 12 Killed in New Year’s Day Accidents on Lagos-Ibadan Corridor: No fewer than 12 people lost their lives in multiple accidents along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and parts of Lagos and Ogun states on New Year’s Day.
6. Orji Kalu Vows to Deliver Abia to APC in 2027: Senator Orji Kalu has pledged to do everything within his power to deliver Abia State to the All Progressives Congress in the 2027 general elections.
7. Pat Utomi: Peter Obi Will Run for President in 2027: Political economist Prof. Pat Utomi stated that former Labour Party candidate Peter Obi will contest the presidency in 2027 but warned he would withdraw support if Obi agrees to run as a vice-presidential candidate.
8. New Tax Laws Implementation Begins with Clarity: The implementation of the new tax laws commenced on Thursday on a clearer footing after the National Assembly directed the release of Certified True Copies of the harmonized bills assented to by President Tinubu.
9. Military Reports Improved Security in South-East: The Nigerian military says security conditions in the South-East have improved significantly due to intensified operations and the imprisonment of separatist leaders Nnamdi Kanu and Simon Ekpa.
10. Terror Attack Marrs New Year in Plateau, Killing Seven: A terror attack on Bum community in Jos South LGA, Plateau State, on New Year’s Eve killed seven persons, marring celebrations in the area.
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