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The Kogi State Police Command has appointed ASP Saliu Oyiza as its first female spokesperson. ASP Oyiza takes over from William Aya, who served as the Police Public Relations Officer for 10 years. In his outgoing speech on Monday at the Command’s headquarter, Aya commended the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the current Commissioner of Police, Nasiru Kankarofi, for the opportunity to serve. He stressed that the new spokesperson should be given full support to succeed in the state. “I have been the spokesperson of Kogi Police Command since 2015. It is now time for someone else to…

The All Progressives Congress in Rivers State said it is poised to enrol about six million new members as the ruling party begins e-registration.‎‎The State APC Chairman, Chief Tony Okocha, stated this while speaking during the flag-off of the exercise and training of local council supervisors and ward agents held at the party secretariat in Port Harcourt on Monday.‎While noting that the state was starting the exercise late, Okocha charged the supervisors to roll up their sleeves and ensure that the party exceeds all other states before the end of January, when the exercise ends. He stated,‎ “This registration is…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have surged to 26th position in the latest FIFA World Ranking, released on the football governing body’s website on Monday, marking a remarkable 12-place jump. The team climbed from 38th following an impressive outing at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, where they finished third overall. Under the guidance of coach Eric Chelle, the Eagles displayed remarkable consistency and resilience, winning six of their seven matches in the tournament. Their only defeat came in the semi-finals, when they were edged out by hosts Morocco on penalties. The team quickly bounced back, securing third place…

The Federal Government has announced the commencement of applications for admission into Federal Technical Colleges across the country, beginning Monday, January 26, 2026. The announcement comes from the Federal Ministry of Education, following approval of the initiative by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa. According to a statement issued on Monday by the Ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, the programme is part of the government’s broader strategy to expand access to quality technical and vocational education, equipping young Nigerians with practical, employable, and industry-relevant skills. Registration for the National Common Entrance Examination into Federal Technical…

Key takeawaysBitcoin mining produces large amounts of heat that are typically treated as waste. In cold regions, this thermal output is now being tested as a useful resource.A pilot project in Manitoba is integrating Bitcoin mining with greenhouse farming, reusing server heat as a supplemental source of agricultural heating.Liquid-cooled mining systems are generally associated with higher and more stable heat capture, making recovered thermal energy suitable for industrial heating applications.Reusing mining heat may lower operating costs for both miners and greenhouse operators by improving energy efficiency and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.Bitcoin (BTC) mining faces criticism for consuming large amounts…

Taylor Sheridan‘s Landman introduced a major death, a potential cast exit and more — but what questions still need answers in season 3? During the season 2 finale on Sunday, January 18, Cooper (Jacob Lofland) convinced Ariana (Paulina Chávez) to report her sexual assault to the police. This turned into Cooper being questioned after it turned out that man died from a heart attack once he was taken to the hospital. Once Cooper’s dad, Tommy (Billy Bob Thornton), caught wind of the situation, he made sure his son wouldn’t be charged. With help from Rebecca (Kayla Wallace), Tommy was able…

The Court of Appeal in Lagos on Monday began a special sitting, listing 360 cases for hearing to boost efficiency and reduce the growing backlog of cases across its divisions. The President of the Court of Appeal (PCA), Monica Dongban-Mensem, said the session was part of activities marking the 50th anniversary of the appellate court. She said the initiative underscored the judiciary’s commitment to timely justice delivery and enhanced institutional efficiency. Mrs Dongban-Mensem said the exercise was a deliberate step to address docket congestion, particularly at the Lagos division. She said that Lagos, as the nation’s commercial hub, generated heavy…

Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson has given reasons for withdrawing the defamation charges she brought against Nigerian TikToker Eedie Bliss. In December 2025, Ms Bliss shared a video claiming that Mercy’s husband, Prince Okojie, purchased a house for his pregnant mistress. In a video discussing the claims, Eedie Bliss cited blogger Cutie Juls as her source, while also claiming that the actress was involved in actions that led to the woman losing the pregnancy. This led to the arrest of the TikToker, who was then detained in Abuja after Mr Okojie filed a petition. Following a public outcry, with many pleading…

‎Nigeria’s Olumide Oyedeji has been elected Secretary General of the World Olympians Association after polling 55 votes out of the 106 valid votes cast. He secured 51.89 per cent of the votes to defeat Salvador Salguero of El Salvador and Liston Bochette of Puerto Rico, becoming the first African to hold that position. He takes over from Anthony Ledgard (OLY) of Peru.‎Mr Oyedeji, current president of the Nigeria Olympians Association (NOA) and Third Vice President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), will serve on the board for the next four years alongside President Pernilla Wiberg of Sweden and Treasurer Wei-Tsu…

A prosecution witness, Umar Babangida, on Monday told an Abuja court that Dr Olu Agunloye, did not exceed former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s financial directive in the award of the Mambilla Hydroelectric Power project. He added that former President Obasanjo directed that no minister was permitted to approve contracts worth more than N25 million without express, written presidential consent. The witness said that the directive was adhered to in recommending Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Limited (SPTCL) for the project. The witness ,an Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), is the third prosecution witness (PW3) in the case, Agunloye a former Minister…