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In an effort to tackle security challenges in Niger State and parts of Northern Nigeria, the state government, in collaboration with the Federal Government, has mobilised 979 National Forest Guards to strengthen the nation’s security apparatus. The Niger State governor, represented by his deputy, Yakubu Garba, reviewed the Passing Out Parade at Kilometre 7, Mutum Daya, Sarkin Pawa Road in Shiroro Local Government Area of the state. Bago explained that the Forest Guards will be co-opted into Nigeria’s first responders, describing them as gallant and courageous in confronting unscrupulous elements and taking control of ungovernable spaces. Announcing some support packages…

The Director-General of the Protocol Directorate of Kano State Government House, Abdullahi Rogo, has said that the citizens of the state and voters have agreed that the former governor and incumbent, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and Governor Abba Yusuf should defect to the All Progressives Congress, APC, from the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP. He disclosed this in a viral video released by Arewa Update on Sunday. According to him, the planned defection of the two political heavyweights to APC follows a meeting with the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly. “After our meeting with the Speaker of the Kano…

El-Kanemi Warriors technical adviser Kabiru Dogo has praised his players for their display in the 1–0 victory over Bayelsa United. Sadiq Mohammed’s lone strike proved sufficient for El-Kanemi Warriors to secure the maximum points in Yenagoa. Dogo said the victory was a reward for the players’ hard work. “Alhamdulillah, after our game against Enyimba FC, we went back to the drawing board to assess our mistakes and make necessary adjustments,” Dogo stated after the game. “The boys responded positively throughout the week, putting in a lot of work during training sessions. “Special appreciation goes to our wonderful fans for their…

Don Pedro Obaseki, a cousin of former Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki, has narrated how he was allegedly abducted, beaten and stripped by suspected assailants in Benin City, Edo State. Obaseki spoke in a video shared by Africa Independent Television on Sunday, after PUNCH Online reported that suspected thugs had stripped him naked and taken him to the Oba of Benin’s Palace. According to him, the incident occurred at about 11:30 am on Sunday while he was playing football with members of the Uwa All Stars at Uwa Primary School, Benin. He alleged that armed men stormed the field, abducted…

LG unveiled a whole new line of gaming monitors ahead of CES on Friday. The UltraGear evo line are all high-end monitors covering a range of technologies, but united by 5K resolution and AI upscaling.The three flagships under the new branding are the 39GX950B, the 27GM950B, and the 52G930B. The first number in the model name indicates the size. The rest of the letters and numbers, well, I’m sure they mean something to someone.The 39-inch GX9 is an ultrawide 21:9 5K2K dual-mode OLED screen. It can run at its full resolution at 165Hz, or jump to 330Hz for fast-twitch games…

The yearly Bitcoin (BTC) price candle is set to close in the red, ending 2025 lower than at the start of the year, unless BTC can rise by 6.24% above the yearly open of about $93,374. “3 days for Bitcoin to recover and close up on the year. If not, this will be the first post-halving year we close in the red. 6.24% required to make this a green candle,” Puckrin said. Bitcoin hit an all-time high above $125,000 in October, days before a historic market crash put a dent in Bitcoin’s rally and dropped crypto prices across the board. Bitcoin’s 2025…

Emilie Kiser is sharing how the tragic death of her young son Trigg has forever changed the holiday season. “If you sent me just, like, sweet DMs yesterday — messages, well wishes — I am so grateful for you and thank you so much for reaching out,” Kiser, 26, said in a “get ready with me” video shared via TikTok on Saturday, December 27. “Truly so grateful for my family this year, even though we were not home for Christmas this year. We just did not want to have a traditional Christmas without Trigg.” She continued, “My family made sure…

Former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore on Sunday disclosed that President Bola Tinubu is unwell and managing his health. Sowore also claimed that Senate President Godswill Akpabio is “practically dying.” He made the revelation while explaining the reason for Tinubu’s abrupt trip abroad. Tinubu, who was in Lagos State for the Christmas and New Year holiday, left Nigeria for Europe today. A statement by Tinubu’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said the president is also scheduled for an official visit to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. Onanuga added that the president will participate in the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Summit…

Bashir Ahmad, former media aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has expressed optimism that Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State is likely to join the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the coming weeks. Ahmad made the statement in a post on his verified X handle on Sunday. “I can reliably confirm that the Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, will be joining our great party, the APC in the coming weeks,” he wrote. Kano was previously an APC state under Umar Ganduje before Yusuf of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, won the 2023 governorship election in the state. Since his…

Al-Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo has dropped a strong hint that he could make a shock return to Europe. Ronaldo remains in fine form for the Saudi Pro League outfit. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner scored twice in the 3–0 win over Al Akhdoud, taking his career tally to 956 as he continues to chase an unprecedented century. Ronaldo had two spells at Manchester United while playing in Europe and also featured for Juventus, Sporting Lisbon and Real Madrid. “It doesn’t matter if I play in the Middle East or Europe; I want to keep winning titles and reach the milestone…