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Photo Credit: Adekunle Gold/Instagram Adekunle Gold has been officially recognised as the first artist to sell out the newly renovated National Theatre, now the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. He received a commemorative plaque after filling the 3,560-capacity venue for his “Greatest Show Yet” concert on December 26, 2025. The Lagos crowd enjoyed a full showcase of Adekunle Gold’s six albums, including his latest release, “Fuji,” accompanied by a 55-piece MUSON Orchestra and his band, The 79th Element. The performance blended orchestral grandeur with live instrumentation, offering fans a rich, memorable experience. Taking to social media, Adekunle…

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi Former Anambra State governor Peter Obi has criticised the country’s approach to taxation, warning that raising revenue by imposing heavier burdens on poor citizens would undermine economic growth, social trust and national unity. In a statement on his X account, Obi said prosperity could not be achieved by taxing poverty, arguing that taxation should operate as a transparent social contract rooted in fairness, honesty and visible public benefit. “As I travel the world and meet leaders who have transformed their nations, one lesson is clear: lasting economic and social progress begins with national consensus,” Obi…

Bayern Munich have played down suggestions they could move for Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen this January, Soccernet.ng reports. The powers that be at the German club insist they have no immediate need for a new number nine despite renewed transfer speculation involving the Galatasaray forward.  Osimhen, currently representing Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, has once again been linked with a return to Europe’s elite after reports in Germany claimed he was recently offered to Bayern via an English intermediary. Victor Osimhen. Photo by Thor Wegner/DeFodi Images / IMAGO The Bundesliga champions, however, moved swiftly to shut…

Pep Guardiola has reiterated his desire to stay on at Manchester City despite reports that former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has held talks about potentially taking over at the Etihad. The long-serving City manager, 54, said last month he intended to see out his contract at City, which runs until the end of the 2026/27 season. That followed speculation City had identified Maresca, a former assistant of Guardiola’s, as a possible successor to the Spaniard should he decide to step down at the end of this season. Maresca has since parted company with Chelsea — leaving Stamford Bridge on New…

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara (L) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike (R) A former ally of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and ex-factional Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, Robinson Ewor, has alleged that the governor misled his supporters into believing that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, was intimidating him. Ewor said he followed Fubara wholeheartedly, convinced that Wike was being unfair and hostile to the governor, but later regretted discovering that Fubara was not truthful with his followers, particularly in light of the truce reached between him and…

The Northern Senators Forum (NSF) The Northern Senators Forum (NSF) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Senator Godiya Akwashiki, describing him as a consummate parliamentarian who represented Nasarawa North Senatorial District with distinction. Chairman of the Forum, Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua, said in a statement on Friday that Akwashiki’s death on December 31, 2025, was a profound loss to the National Assembly and the country. According to the Forum, the late lawmaker’s political career was defined by perseverance, integrity and unwavering commitment to public service. He began his legislative journey in the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, where…

The Africa Cup of Nations has always promised drama. AFCON 2025 has delivered it in abundance. From pristine pitches to colourful stands, from Moroccan warmth to a carnival of African culture, this tournament has matched, and arguably surpassed, its billing. Yet for all the organisation, hospitality and spectacle off the field, the true fireworks have come where they matter most: on the pitch. Across 36 group-stage matches, 87 goals were scored. Only Comoros and Botswana failed to find the net. Seventeen games produced three or more goals, while just three ended goalless. The margins were tight, the emotions raw, and…

By Ikenna Obianeri The wife of the Governor of Anambra State, Dr Nonye Soludo, has welcomed the first set of “New Year” babies of 2026 born in various hospitals across the state with various gifts and cash awards to celebrate their birth. Soludo, in her yearly tradition of celebrating babies born on New Year’s Day, continued her visitation across various hospitals on Friday, where she was presented with the first set of babies. The governor’s wife, who is also the founder of ‘Healthy Living With Nonye Soludo’, spent some exciting moments with the babies and their mothers and was pleased…

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has warned residents and business owners that the area around the Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) building, destroyed by fire on December 24, remains unsafe. According to a post on his X account on Friday, the governor confirmed that eight people lost their lives in the fire, with five victims identified and three still unidentified. Thirteen people have been rescued so far. Speaking at the site, Sanwo-Olu extended his condolences to families affected by the tragedy and urged everyone to comply with safety directives. “No business or unauthorized activity should be taking place there. The area…

INEC Chairman, Joash Amupitan The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash O. Amupitan, SAN, has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to delivering free, fair and credible elections in 2027, saying preparations are already underway to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic process. Amupitan gave the assurance in his 2026 New Year message to staff of the commission nationwide, describing the coming year as a season of renewal and a critical period for institutional consolidation ahead of the next general elections. Reflecting on the commission’s activities in 2025, the INEC chairman commended staff for their dedication, particularly in the successful conduct…