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Police, Security Agencies Neutralise Scores of Bandits in Kogi Air Strikes..Police said the breakthrough was achieved th...
11/01/2026

Police, Security Agencies Neutralise Scores of Bandits in Kogi Air Strikes
..Police said the breakthrough was achieved through a joint operation involving the military, with aerial support from the Nigeria Police Force Air Wing. KOGI, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The Kogi State Police Command says a renewed security offensive has led to the elimination of many bandits and the disruption of their criminal networks, though details of the operation’s location were not made public. In a statement released on Sunday, the command’s spokesperson, William Aya, disclosed that the breakthrough was achieved through a joint operation involving the military, with aerial support from the Nigeria Police Force Air Wing....

KOGI, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The Kogi State Police Command says a renewed security offensive has led to the elimination of many bandits and the disruption

Fire Outbreak Rocks Ogun Free Trade Zone, Several Homes Destroyed..the fire was sparked by a gas explosion at a foam man...
11/01/2026

Fire Outbreak Rocks Ogun Free Trade Zone, Several Homes Destroyed
..the fire was sparked by a gas explosion at a foam manufacturing company OGUN, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | A large-scale fire broke out on Sunday at the Guangdong Free Trade Zone in Igbesa, Ogun State. The cause of the blaze had not been officially confirmed as of the time of this report. However, a resident of the area said the blaze was sparked by a gas explosion at a foam manufacturing company within the industrial complex. According to the source, the flames spread rapidly and reached nearby residential buildings before emergency services could contain the situation.

OGUN, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | A large-scale fire broke out on Sunday at the Guangdong Free Trade Zone in Igbesa, Ogun State.

Police on High Alert in Oyo Over Alleged ‘Bandits’ Threat to Community..Police officers, he said, are currently on round...
11/01/2026

Police on High Alert in Oyo Over Alleged ‘Bandits’ Threat to Community
..Police officers, he said, are currently on round-the-clock high alert, OYO, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The Oyo State Police Command has begun investigating a threat letter, written in both Yoruba and English, allegedly authored by suspected bandits and circulated among residents of Ikoyi-Ile in Orire Local Government Area. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday, explaining that the handwritten note was reportedly dropped in front of a residential building and warned of a planned attack on the community. According to Ayanlade, upon receiving the report, the Commissioner of Police, CP Femi Haruna, immediately activated the command’s intelligence, tactical and operational machinery....

OYO, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The Oyo State Police Command has begun investigating a threat letter, written in both Yoruba and English, allegedly authored

SERAP sues INEC, demands account of N55.9bn 2019 election funds..SERAP also cited allegations that INEC paid more than ₦...
11/01/2026

SERAP sues INEC, demands account of N55.9bn 2019 election funds
..SERAP also cited allegations that INEC paid more than ₦4.5 billion to six contractors ABUJA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has taken legal action against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its alleged failure to properly account for ₦55.9 billion earmarked for the procurement of election materials used during the 2019 general elections. In a statement released on Sunday by its Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare, SERAP said the disputed funds were intended for the purchase of smart card readers, ballot papers, result sheets and other essential electoral materials....

ABUJA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has taken legal action against the Independent National

Bandits kill four in midnight raid in Niger commun..The bandits came in numbers. They went straight to their victims and...
10/01/2026

Bandits kill four in midnight raid in Niger commun
..The bandits came in numbers. They went straight to their victims and killed them in their homes. NIGER, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | Niger State has once more been thrown into mourning following a fresh bandits attack in Borgu Local Government Area, where four people were killed in Damala community, barely a week after 42 residents were slaughtered in Kasuwan Deji. The assault reportedly took place around 11 p.m. on Friday, when the largely Kambari community was asleep. A resident, who spoke to our correspondent, said Damala lies just a few kilometres from Woko (Wawa), a mining site operated by an unidentified individual....

NIGER, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | Niger State has once more been thrown into mourning following a fresh bandits attack in Borgu Local Government Area, where

Adichie Chimamanda Alleges Son’s Death Caused by Medical Negligence in Lagos Hospital..Adichie alleged that her son was ...
10/01/2026

Adichie Chimamanda Alleges Son’s Death Caused by Medical Negligence in Lagos Hospital
..Adichie alleged that her son was never properly monitored after sedation LAGOS, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has accused Euracare Hospital of medical negligence in the death of her 21-month-old son, Nkanu Nnamdi, who passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. According to ARISE News, Adichie’s media team confirmed that the statement, which she originally shared privately with family and close friends, was authored by her. In the statement, Adichie explained that her son was taken to Euracare Hospital for an MRI scan and the insertion of a central line....

LAGOS, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | Renowned Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has accused Euracare Hospital of medical negligence in the death of her

Tinubu, Shettima Budget N9.3bn for Travel, Catering Expenses..Tinubu is expected to spend ₦7.01 billion on local and int...
10/01/2026

Tinubu, Shettima Budget N9.3bn for Travel, Catering Expenses
..Tinubu is expected to spend ₦7.01 billion on local and international travels ABUJA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima are projected to spend a combined ₦9.36 billion on local and foreign travels, as well as food and refreshments, in the 2026 fiscal year, according to the 2026 Appropriation Bill released by the Budget Office of the Federation on Thursday. President Tinubu presented the ₦58.18 trillion budget proposal to a joint session of the National Assembly on December 19, 2025, stressing that national security remains the backbone of economic growth, investment, and social stability....

ABUJA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima are projected to spend a combined ₦9.36 billion on local and

Resident Doctors Vow to Proceed with Strike Despite Legal Restraint.says, resident doctors were undeterred by the injunc...
10/01/2026

Resident Doctors Vow to Proceed with Strike Despite Legal Restraint
.says, resident doctors were undeterred by the injunction, ABUJA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has reaffirmed its decision to proceed with the nationwide strike slated for January 12, despite an interim injunction issued by the National Industrial Court restraining the action. NARD President, Dr. Mohammad Suleiman, said the planned industrial action could only be halted by the union’s National Executive Council (NEC), stressing that the court order had not changed the position of the association. Earlier on Friday, the National Industrial Court in Abuja barred NARD and two of its officials from embarking on any industrial action from January 12, 2026....

ABUJA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has reaffirmed its decision to proceed with the nationwide strike slated

Nigeria Defeat Algeria 2-0, Book AFCON 2025 Semi-Final Spot..Nigeria dominated the first half without scoring before get...
10/01/2026

Nigeria Defeat Algeria 2-0, Book AFCON 2025 Semi-Final Spot
..Nigeria dominated the first half without scoring before getting the breakthrough within two minutes MARRAKECH, MOROCCO- The iNews Times | Nigeria’s Super Eagles made light work of Algeria to book a semi-final spot at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations with an impressive 2-0 win. Victor Osimhen opened the scoring just after half-time for the Super Eagles in Marrakesh, and then set up Akor Adams for the second goal just before the hour mark to set up a last-four showdown with hosts Morocco. Nigeria dominated the first half in Marrakesh without scoring before getting the breakthrough within two minutes of the restart as Osimhen headed in....

MARRAKECH, MOROCCO- The iNews Times | Nigeria’s Super Eagles made light work of Algeria to book a semi-final spot at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations with an

Labour Party Tussle: Usman-Led Faction Backs INEC Ruling on Abure..The NWC formally endorsed the Abia State Governor as ...
10/01/2026

Labour Party Tussle: Usman-Led Faction Backs INEC Ruling on Abure
..The NWC formally endorsed the Abia State Governor as the Labour Party’s new National Leader. ABUJA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Labour Party, led by Senator Nenadi Usman, has expressed its approval of the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) recent clarification regarding the Supreme Court ruling that ended Julius Abure’s tenure as party National Chairman. The announcement came following a recent NWC meeting in Abuja, where the committee also extended best wishes to Mr. Peter Obi in his future political endeavors with his new party....

ABUJA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Labour Party, led by Senator Nenadi Usman, has expressed its approval of the

Kalu, Orji Lead Umuahia Meeting as South-East Leaders Endorse Tinubu for Second Term..Senator Kalu, who leads the group,...
10/01/2026

Kalu, Orji Lead Umuahia Meeting as South-East Leaders Endorse Tinubu for Second Term
..Senator Kalu, who leads the group, described the Team as a socio-cultural organisation committed to advancing the welfare of Abia people. ABIA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | Former Abia State governors, Senators Orji Uzor Kalu and Theodore Ahamefula Orji, on Tuesday held a meeting in Umuahia with past and present political office holders who served the state between 1999 and 2007, under the platform known as Team 1999–2007, where they declared their support for President Bola Tinubu’s second-term bid. At the meeting, the group was expanded to include officials who served during the administrations of Senator Orji and former governor Dr....

ABIA, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | Former Abia State governors, Senators Orji Uzor Kalu and Theodore Ahamefula Orji, on Tuesday held a meeting in Umuahia with

Fayose Fires at Atiku, Tambuwal Over PDP’s Collapse.. Fayose said that his comments were solely aimed at telling Nigeria...
10/01/2026

Fayose Fires at Atiku, Tambuwal Over PDP’s Collapse
.. Fayose said that his comments were solely aimed at telling Nigerians the truth. LAGOS, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, of being responsible for the collapse of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Fayose made the allegation on Friday while responding to questions during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today. According to him, the actions of Atiku and Tambuwal gravely damaged the party, noting that politics, like life itself, is often unfair and unbalanced....

LAGOS, NIGERIA- The iNews Times | Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has accused former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Sokoto State Governor,

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