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No fewer than nine suspected armed robbers have been arrested by police officers from the Federal Capital Territory Police Command. The arrest followed a report received by the command that on January 18, 2026, armed robbers invaded a residence in Jikwoyi and made away with personal belongings, an unspecified sum of money, and a Toyota Corolla vehicle. A statement on Friday by the FCT command spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, said the suspects were traced and arrested on January 26, 2026, at their hideout in Nasarawa State, where they were allegedly planning another robbery operation in the Asokoro area of the FCT.…

Super Eagles midfielder, Alex Iwobi, has said Nigeria still harbours hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite the uncertainty surrounding the team’s campaign. Speaking during an interview on SuperSport Football on Thursday, the 29-year-old reflected on the emotional toll of the qualification race and the dilemma facing the team if forced to choose between continental success and a World Cup ticket. Asked whether Nigeria would trade an Africa Cup of Nations triumph for qualification to the global showpiece, Iwobi said the decision was complicated by the contrasting experiences within the squad. He said, “I mean, we’re still…

Aura’s Aspen digital photo frame is a great Valentine’s Day gift if you want something that’s slick and sentimental, and right now it’s on sale for $199 ($30 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Aura’s online storefront. That’s the lowest we’ve seen the frame sell for since the holidays.With its paper-textured, antiglare matte display and adjustable metal stand, the 12-inch Aspen looks remarkably similar to a classic picture frame. It lets you upload and share photos from anywhere. It also has features that help photos feel more personal, like a sharp 1600 x 1200 HD LCD panel that makes images…

Galaxy Digital Inc. (Nasdaq: GLXY) has authorized a share repurchase program of up to $200 million, allowing the company to buy back its Class A common stock over the next 12 months.According to a company announcement, the repurchases may be conducted on the open market or through privately negotiated transactions, including under Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and remain subject to applicable securities laws and exchange rules. The program does not obligate Galaxy to repurchase any shares and may be suspended or discontinued at any time.The buyback program has a term of 12 months and, if conducted on the Toronto Stock…

Tired of hearing about Fallout and Bridgerton? Looking for something to watch this weekend that goes against the grain? Watch With Us can help with that. We understand there’s almost too much TV to watch, and it can get exhausting hearing about the same popular shows over and over again. If you need something a little more lowkey, head to Netflix for some of the best hidden gems. Our picks include Minx, the HBO comedy-drama that was canceled too soon, and Documentary Now!, the mockumentary series from Bill Hader and Fred Armisen that spoofs popular docs. Related: 28 Best Netflix Sitcoms to Stream Right Now…

BUA Cement has begun the manufacturing of POP gypsum plasterboards at its Port Harcourt factory, barely a year after operations started at the 2,400-ton per day plant. “Production has commenced at our Port Harcourt facility for POP gypsum plaster boards, building on the POP production we started earlier – continuing our commitment to local manufacturing in Nigeria,” Chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu stated in a Facebook post on Thursday. The building materials maker is branching into POP production to capitalise on a supply gap in the local market, where imports have long met users’ needs. Apart from Nigeria, the POP manufacturing…

The Edo State Government and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited say they will collaborate to establish a 10,000 barrels-per-day condensate refinery in the state. Patrick Ebojele, the spokesperson to Governor Monday Okpebholo, disclosed this in a statement issued in Benin and made available to reporters on Thursday. Mr Ebojele stated that the refinery would be sited across Oredo and Orhionmwon Local Government Areas of Edo. He added that the facility was slated for completion between 24 and 36 months. According to the Edo State Government, once it becomes operational, the refinery would produce approximately 20 truckloads of petrol…

The Nigerian Federation of American Football (NFAF) has been formally confirmed as the official governing body responsible for the administration, growth, and development of American football in Nigeria, marking a decisive turning point for the sport nationwide. The official inauguration ceremony for the board is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 10 February, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, to usher in a new era of stability and structured leadership following a prolonged period of internal disputes and uncertainty. Bukola Olopade once again proved his leadership strength by brokering peace among the stakeholders, replicating his decisive intervention that earlier…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reflected on the enduring legacy of former Nigerian Head of State, General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, describing his leadership style as a powerful moral compass for public servants, fifty years after his death. In a statement released to mark the golden anniversary of the late military leader’s passing, Sanwo-Olu said the memory of General Muhammed continues to shape the values of leadership, discipline and national responsibility in Nigeria. The governor noted that despite the brief duration of his time in office, General Muhammed left behind a leadership template rooted in courage, clarity of purpose and…

Former Deputy Governor of Sokoto State, Mukhtar Shagari, has said that Nigeria should not be in hurry to begin real-time transmission of election results. Shagari gave this advice on Friday in an interview on Arise Television. His comment is coming amid the controversy surrounding the position of the Senate on electronic transmission of election results. DAILY POST reports that the Senate on Wednesday reportedly turned down a proposed change to Clause 60, sub-section 3 of the Electoral Amendment Bill that sought to make electronic transmission of election results compulsory. Reacting, the ex-Deputy Governor said, “E-transmission of election results is good.…