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A minor fire broke out late Tuesday night at the Terminus Market in Jos, Plateau State, the Jos Main Market Authority has confirmed. Preliminary investigations have yet to establish the exact cause of the fire. Firefighters from both the federal and Plateau State Fire Services responded promptly, containing the fire before it could spread. According to the Jos Main Market Authority, security agencies cordoned off the area to safeguard traders’ property and maintain order. Terminus Market has a history of devastating fires. In February 2001, a massive blaze destroyed large portions of the market, leaving countless traders bankrupt. Another fire…
Man-of-the-Match, Semi Ajayi, says scoring for Nigeria at AFCON is special and crucial to securing a positive start in the competition. Ajayi said the early victory boosted team confidence, describing it as a reward for collective effort and disciplined execution against Tanzania. “Scoring for my country at a tournament like AFCON is always special. It gives us belief and sets the tone for the rest of the games,” Ajayi said. He noted that the team created several chances and showed character but stressed the need to improve in key areas. “We did a lot of good things, especially going forward,…
The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Jigawa State Command, prosecuted 125 cases of rape, vandalism, theft, murder/culpable homicide and other civil and criminal offenses between January and December 2025. The Jigawa State Commandant of the NSCDC, Mr. Muhammad Kabiru Ingawa, stated this while speaking to journalists on the Command’s achievements and challenges in the outgoing year. He stated that the Command has adopted proactive approach in crime prevention, leading to a reduction in criminal cases compared to 2024. Ingawa added that during the year under review, the Command trained over 9,000 private guards involved in school security and…
The Action people’s Party, APP, lmo chapter, has condemned the alleged restriction of its leader, Mazi chima Matthew Amadi, not to use the private wing of Sam Mbakwe lnternational Cargo Airport, Owerri, by the agents of the lmo state government. The opposition party claimed the political pettiness and intimidation against Amadi was under the directive of Governor Hope Uzodinma. The unfortunate incident, according to the party, took place on Tuesday in the presence of the member representing Ngor Okpala/Aboh Mbaise federal constituency, Hon. Matthew Nwogu who shared the flight with Amadi. APP viewed the attack as not logistical oversight but…
Former Super Eagles striker, Yakubu Aiyegbeni has predicted a “tough” game when Nigeria face Tunisia in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, tie. The Super Eagles will face off against the North Africans in their second AFCON match on Saturday. Eric Chelle’s side enters the contest following a 2-1 victory over Tanzania in their opening game on Tuesday, while the Carthage Eagles secured a 3-1 win against Uganda. As a result, Tunisia currently leads Group C, closely followed by Nigeria, with both teams earning three points each. After Nigeria’s win over Tanzania, Aiyegbeni told reporters in Morocco, “We were…
The Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has distributed more than 2,000 bags of rice and other relief items to constituents across the five local government areas in the district as part of her Christmas outreach. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by her Special Adviser on Media, Mike Idoko. The distribution, which was carried out simultaneously in Adavi, Ajaokuta, Okene, Okehi, and Ogori-Magongo Local Government Areas, aimed to cushion the impact of rising food prices and ensure that families celebrate the festive season with dignity. Speaking during the outreach, Akpoti-Uduaghan said the initiative was…
The Delta State Police Command has arrested 13 suspected members of a notorious cult group and recovered assorted firearms, vehicles, and other dangerous items during a tactical operation in the state. The suspects were arrested at Ekraka Community Forest, Kokori, in the Ethiope East Local Government Area. The arrest was disclosed in a statement signed by the spokesperson for the command, Bright Edafe, which was made available to journalists in Warri on Tuesday. Edafe disclosed that the breakthrough was recorded in the command’s sustained fight against cultism and violent crime across the state. He stated, “Following credible intelligence received on…
The Central Bank of Nigeria is taking its reform narrative to global investors, projecting policy stability, macroeconomic discipline, and renewed confidence to attract sustained capital inflows, JUSTICE OKAMGBA writes The Central Bank of Nigeria has taken its drive to attract increased capital inflows to the global stage, as the apex bank intensifies efforts to reposition the economy for stability and long-term growth. Under the leadership of Governor Olayemi Cardoso, the CBN is pursuing deliberate strategies aimed at restoring discipline, strengthening confidence and creating sustainable investment opportunities for both domestic and international investors. At a recent engagement in Washington, D.C., Cardoso…
Following the success of the 2025 Lagos AutoFest held at the Marina waterfront on Sunday, December 21, the organisers — BMW Club of Nigeria and Work and Play Promotions — have announced December 20, 2026, as the date for the next edition. The motorsports exhibition brought together over 100 car and bike enthusiasts in a vibrant showcase of automotive excellence, captivating thousands of spectators and reinforcing the growing appeal of motorsports in Nigeria. The event began years ago as a grassroots initiative by the BMW Club of Nigeria and Work and Play Promotions has steadily evolved into a major platform…
Shares in Upexi closed Tuesday down 7.5% after it filed to raise up to $1 billion to expand its Solana treasury and pursue other opportunities related to the token.Upexi said in its shelf registration filing to the Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday that the raise could cover common and preferred stock, debt securities, warrants and units, which may be issued over time.It said net proceeds from the offering would be used for general corporate purposes. The company primarily focuses on accumulating as much Solana (SOL) as possible and staking it to be rewarded with additional tokens.Upexi holds 2.1 million…
