Good morning dear esteemed readers! Stay updated with the major stories from Nigeria, covering political defections, budget approvals, court rulings, and a positive economic indicator to start the year.
1. Rivers State Approves N1.8 Trillion 2026 Budget: The Rivers State Executive Council has approved a N1.8 trillion budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year, aimed at completing and advancing key projects in critical sectors.
2. Wike Rules Out ‘Second Chance’ for Rivers Governor: The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has insisted there will be no second chance for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, accusing him of failing to maintain relationships with key stakeholders and provide effective leadership.
3. Plateau Governor Mutfwang Defects from PDP to APC: Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). He was formally presented with his APC membership card in Jos.
4. Driver in Anthony Joshua Crash Arraigned in Court: The driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the fatal crash carrying boxer Anthony Joshua has been arraigned before a Chief Magistrate Court in Sagamu, Ogun State, on charges including reckless driving and lacking a valid driver’s licence.
5. Court Grants Bail to Bauchi Finance Commissioner in Terrorism Case: A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to Bauchi State Commissioner of Finance, Yakubu Adamu, and three others facing terrorism financing charges. Bail was set at N500 million with two sureties.
6. Ex-AGF Malami’s Bail Ruling Adjourned to Wednesday: The immediate past Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, will remain in prison custody until Wednesday when the Federal High Court in Abuja will rule on his bail application in his money laundering case.
7. INEC Dismisses Fake 2027 Election Timetable: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed as false and misleading reports claiming it has released the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections.
8. NAF Recovers UAV After Loss of Communication Link: The Nigerian Air Force has successfully coordinated response and recovery actions after one of its unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) experienced a loss of link during a routine mission under Operation FASAN YAMMA.
9. Naira Appreciates Against Dollar in Official Market: The Naira opened the new year positively, appreciating to N1,430.84 per dollar in the official market, representing a 0.34% gain from its closing rate on December 31, 2025.
10. Court Suspends NNPP Chairman in Kano State: A Kano State High Court has issued an interim order suspending Hashimu Suleiman-Dungurawa as the State Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party, pending the determination of a suit filed against him.
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