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Month: January 2026

US Takes Temporary Control Of Venezuela After Capture Of President Nicolás Maduro

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President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will temporarily oversee Venezuela’s affairs following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. Speaking during an NBC News special report, Trump stated, “We are going to run the country until a safe, proper, and judicious transition. We don’t want to be involved in someone else getting in with the same situation.” He stressed that U.S. involvement would only last until a legitimate transition of power is achieved. Although no timeline was provided, Trump said the intervention is aimed at ensuring stability and an orderly transfer of authority to new Venezuelan leadership. The announcement followed what Trump described as a major U.S. military operation in Caracas late Friday night and early Saturday, carried out under his direct authorization. “Overwhelming air, land, and sea forces were used to launch a spectacular assault,” he said in a separate White House address, adding that it was a strike unlike anything “people haven’t seen since World War II.” According to Trump, the operation targeted a heavily fortified military stronghold in the heart of the Venezuelan capital to bring what he described as the “outlaw dictator,” Nicolás Maduro, to justice. Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured during the operation. Both are expected to be transferred to the Southern District of New York, where they will face multiple charges, including narco-terrorism conspiracy, cocaine importation conspiracy, and possession of machine guns and destructive devices.

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Anita Joseph Urges Ex-Husband Mc Fish To Stop Dragging Her Into Online Feuds

Anita Joseph Urges Ex-Husband Mc Fish To Stop Dragging Her Into Online Feuds

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Nollywood actress Anita Joseph has addressed her ex-husband, MC Fish, after he sparked online controversy earlier today. In a firm message shared on social media, Anita made it clear she has no interest in being drawn into online arguments. “Memo to my Ex. I don’t want to run in the mud with you. Please, this is a new year. If you have whatever you want to say, please say it now and let me get on with my life,” she wrote. She emphasized that her focus this year is on growth and positivity, asking MC Fish to stop dragging her into his disputes. “I don’t know who you are fighting with online, but please leave me out of whatever you are fighting… Stop dragging me with your mess. Leave me alone,” she added. Anita’s response highlights her determination to set boundaries and move forward peacefully as she begins the new year.OK

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Nigerian Army Arrests Mastermind Behind North-East Suicide Bombings

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Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have apprehended Shariff Umar, also known as Yusuf, identified as the mastermind behind a suicide bombing network responsible for recent attacks in the North-East, including the Maiduguri mosque bombing. The military said the arrest followed intelligence-led cordon-and-search operations at Kalmari, Maiduguri, on December 31, which resulted in the detention of 14 individuals linked to suicide attacks. Investigations have since revealed the network’s structure, key roles, and operational links. A suspected suicide bomber in custody, Ibrahim Muhammad, named Umar as the ringleader who recruited, trained, and dispatched suicide attackers to their targets. “Consistent and corroborated statements revealed that Shariff Umar coordinated logistics and the delivery of improvised explosive device (IED) components for suicide attacks,” the Army stated. Umar was confirmed to have directed the suicide bombing at the Gamboru Market Mosque on December 24, 2025, in which his accomplice, Adamu, detonated a suicide vest and died. He was also tied to a foiled attack in Damaturu, personally handing IED components to the would-be bomber in Maiduguri. Further investigations implicated Umar’s wife, Yagana Modu, while his stepdaughter, Amina, confirmed seeing the suspected bomber at their home prior to the attack. The Army said these findings exposed how terrorist facilitators use domestic and community networks to conceal their operations. All suspects remain in custody and are undergoing intensive investigations aimed at dismantling the network, identifying other collaborators, and recovering any remaining explosives or logistical materials. The military highlighted that the operation underscores the need for close cooperation between security agencies and civilians, warning that terrorist networks often survive by hiding within communities. Citizens were urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities, stressing that sustained cooperation is vital to preventing attacks and ensuring lasting peace in the region.

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Mc Fish Speaks Out After Breakup With Anita Joseph, Defends Marriage and Career

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Mc Fish has finally spoken out following his breakup with actress Anita Joseph, addressing the rumors and criticisms that have trailed their split. Taking to social media, he dismissed online chatter, saying it “doesn’t move me” and challenging anyone with claims to confront him directly. He expressed frustration at people assuming they know his story without ever meeting him, warning that lies will be exposed. Reflecting on his five-year marriage, Mc Fish insisted he played a key role, both financially and professionally. “Fine marriage no work again, and the next thing woman dey feed me. I dare her to say she took care of the bills by herself in the 5 years of that marriage,” he said. He added that he helped Anita set up her business, manage her social media monetization, and even handled her security and protocol arrangements, despite being labeled a “gold digger” by some. He also defended his career as a hypeman, criticizing those who insult the profession publicly yet hire hypemen for events. “If there was no future in the job, una so-called legendary actress no go put body… enough of trying to slander me by my profession,” he stated. He even warned that those mocking his work may see their children follow similar paths: “I prophesy that your children and children’s children will all be hypemen/MCs… but in Jesus name, Aşe gun.” Mc Fish made it clear he will no longer engage with baseless online criticism, calling detractors “riff raffs” and urging that only genuine concerns be brought to him. He ended his post by reaffirming his contributions to the marriage and trusting in karma: “An Igbo woman stayed in marriage with me for 5 years, and you clowns think she would stay if I’m not holding my weight… Well I no even vex again as dem arrest the weyrey wey talk that thing, my karma strong.” Through his message, Mc Fish is standing firm, defending his reputation, and signaling that he is ready to move forward on his own terms.

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Motsepe Insists 2025 AFCON Will Proceed In Morocco Despite Nationwide Protests

Morocco 2025: Mali, Senegal Favored Against Tunisia, Sudan

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The Round of 16 of perhaps the biggest and most glamorous Africa Cup of Nations finals in history begins on Saturday evening, with two matches each on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, and with expectations high on the parts of playing personnel, coaching crews, supporters and stakeholders of the beautiful game on the continent. Senegal Vs Sudan (Grand Stade de Tanger: Saturday, 5pm) The Lions of Teranga are making their 17th AFCON appearance and must be fancied to progress to the Round of 8, against the Falcons of Jediane. They will miss their defence bulwark Kalidou Koulibaly, who will not be available for the duel in Tangier. While Senegal finally claimed the trophy in 2021 in Cameroon after a number of runner-up positions, Sudan were victorious on home soil in 1970. The Falcons are making their 10th AFCON appearance, while the Lions are here for the 17th time. Sudan are coached by Ghanaian James Kwesi Appiah, and Senegal by Pape Thiaw. Mali Vs Tunisia (Stade Mohamed V, Casablanca: Saturday, 8pm) Tunisia’s Carthage Eagles finished second in Group C, won by Nigeria, and should expect an explosive encounter against the Eagles of Mali. The North African giants are the AFCON’s most consistent team, appearing in their 17th consecutive finals, and 22nd overall. They won the title on home soil in 2004. Mali’s Eagles finished as runners-up at the 1972 finals in Cameroon. They are coached by Belgian Tom Saintfiet, while Tunisia have former captain Sami Trabelsi as the head coach. Morocco Vs Tanzania (Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah: Sunday, 5pm) The Atlas Lions, semi-finalists at the 2022 FIFA World Cup finals, see this tournament as one specially carved for them to win. They started well and finished the group phase with aplomb, hammering 2012 champions Zambia 3-0. They are making their 20th appearance in a competition they have won only once before – when the event was staged on league basis in Ethiopia in 1976. Brahim Diaz and Ayoub El Kaabi have three goals each in the tournament, and captain Achraf Hakimi, Azzedine Ounahi and Sofyan Amrabat are stalwarts to be respected. Tanzania’s Taifa Stars are in the Round of 16 despite finishing third in Group C with two points. Captain Mbwana Samatta will push his team-mates to attain the kind of form they did in holding Tunisia to a 1-1 draw in their last match of the group phase. The Stars are making only their fourth appearance at the AFCON, and have set a record of reaching the knockout rounds for the first time. South Africa Vs Cameroon (Stade El Barid, Rabat: Sunday, 8pm) Champions on home soil in 1996, the Bafana Bafana will fancy their chances against a Cameroonian side that entered the tournament in chaos, but has managed to steady things and cobble together a structure. Cameroon have won the title on five occasions (1984, 1988, 2000, 2002 and 2017) and are fancied to make this encounter difficult for Bafana. David Pagou, leading Cameroon from the dug-out, will bank on Etta Eyong and Bryan Mbeumo to take the battle to the Bafana and get early goals. Cameroon are making their 21st appearance while the Bafana are making only their 11th. Egypt Vs Bénin Republic (Grand Stade d’Agadir: Monday, 5pm) Seven-time champions Egypt, coached by former captain Hossam Hassan, are seen as one of the favourites. Mohamed Salah, Omar Marmoush, Mohamed Hany, Mahmoud Trezeguet and goalkeeper Mohamed El-Shenawy (picked as goalkeeper of the group phase) can turn a game on its head in a couple of minutes. This is Egypt’s 27th AFCON appearance. Bénin will be no push-overs in Agadir. Coach Gernot Rohr is an old war-horse and has captain Khaled Adénon and Steve Mounié to drive his gameplan. Nigeria Vs Mozambique (Complexe Sportif de Fès: Monday, 8pm) Nigeria, three-time champions, have never lost in five previous meetings with The Mambas of Mozambique. Their only AFCON meeting ended in a 3-0 thrashing for the southern Africans in Angola 16 years ago, with a brace by Peter Odemwingie and one by Obafemi Martins. Captain Wilfred Ndidi and some of the other first-teamers rested for the clash with Uganda are expected to return, with Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman leading the search for goals. The Super Eagles are making their 21st AFCON appearance. The Mambas are making only their fifth AFCON appearance, but gave Cameroon a tough time in their final group phase clash in Agadir on Wednesday. Their best outing before now has been a quarter-final berth in 2021. Algeria Vs DR Congo (Complexe Sportif Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan: Tuesday, 5pm) Two-time winners in 1990 and 2019, the Fennecs are making their 20th AFCON appearance, and have a talisman who almost always delivers. They won four of their matches in qualifying, scoring 11 goals and conceding only two. Captain Riyad Mahrez is to be feared all the time he touches the ball, and he has Ismael Bennacer and Baghdad Bounedjah as able assistants. DR Congo are highly motivated by qualification for the final FIFA World Cup Playoff Tournament in Mexico, where they will play only one match to qualify for the finals. They have captain Chancel Mbemba to lead the orchestra, with Cédric Bakambu, Yoane Wissa and Meshack Elia also in great form. Cote d’Ivoire Vs Burkina Faso (Grand Stade de Marrakech: Tuesday, 8pm) Cup holders Cote d’Ivoire face tough customers Stallions of Burkina Faso for a place in the Round of 8, with their neighbours to the north desirous of stopping their march towards retaining the title. Runners-up in 2013 in South Africa (to Nigeria), Burkina Faso will throw the kitchen sink at their more illustrious neighbours, and they have captain Bertrand Traoré and Edmond Tapsoba to lead their charge. Heroes of their 2023 triumph, Franck Kessie, Simon Adingra, Oumar Diakite and Serge Aurier are still available, and whichever team under-rates the Elephants does so at its own peril. ROLL OF HONOURS Year Winner Score Runner-up Host 1957 Egypt 4-0 Ethiopia Sudan 1959 Egypt 2-1 Sudan Egypt…

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Family Releases Burial Schedule For Late Actress Allwell Ademola, January 8–9

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The family of the late Nollywood actress, Allwell Ademola, has formally announced plans for her burial. Details of the arrangements were shared in a statement made public by her cousin, actor Muyiwa Ademola. According to the family, tributes will begin on Thursday, January 8, with a Service of Songs, after which a candlelight procession will take place. The actress will be buried on Friday, January 9, at the Atan Cemetery, Yaba, Lagos. The statement also outlined what attendees are expected to wear. A customised T-shirt will be distributed at the venue on Thursday, while guests are requested to attend the burial on Friday dressed in white shirts and jeans, in line with the approved colour code. “The burial arrangement for Princess Allwell Ademola. Note: On Thursday, a customised T-shirt will be provided at the venue. While on Friday for the burial, you can come wearing a white shirt with jeans. Colour code is white. Thank you, everyone.” Further information showed that activities on Thursday will commence with the Service of Songs from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Preparations for the candlelight procession will follow immediately, with the walk scheduled from 6:00pm to 7:00pm, covering the route from LTV 8 to Oregun Junction and back. An Artistes’ Night will then be held, with the event expected to conclude at 11:00pm.

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Singer Dija Welcomes Fourth Child, Starts 2026 As Mother Of Four

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Singer Dija has joyfully announced the arrival of her fourth child. She shared the news on Instagram, reflecting on the past year and expressing gratitude for her family and supporters. In her post, she wrote: ”Mood knowing you survived everything and every lesson that came at you in 2025 Alhamdullilah, while pregnant with our 4th child and having him two days ago 29th Dec, 2025. Entering 2026 in shaa Allah as a mother of 4 and kickstarting what I know is a blessed year ahead is something to be grateful for. Thank you to my Husband, Children, Parents, sibling, in laws, friends and extended family for every lesson, good, bad and ugly, love, support and guidance during one of the craziest years. Thank you to all of you for supporting our businesses and being part of our community growth. Be Brave in all things. Happy New in advance and be safe out there please. Love always Mama Bear 🐻 👦🏾👧🏾👧🏾👦🏾” Dija’s message highlights her excitement about starting 2026 as a mother of four and her appreciation for the love and support around her.   View this post on Instagram  

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EFCC Rejects Bauchi Governor’s Allegations Of Political Targeting

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed claims by Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed that the agency is being used by the Federal Government or political rivals to target him and his administration. In a statement released on Friday, the EFCC urged Nigerians to disregard the governor’s allegations, calling them baseless and misleading. “The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission views with great displeasure the claims by Governor Bala Mohammed that the Commission is being used by political opponents, particularly the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to persecute him and his aides,” the statement said. The commission described the allegations as “wild” and “far-fetched,” emphasizing that it operates independently and without political influence. “The EFCC is an independent agency established to fight economic and financial crimes. It carries out its mandate without favoritism or ill will. Suggesting that the Commission can be influenced by political interests is mischievous and condemnable,” it added. The EFCC also rejected claims that any political officeholder could sway its investigations. “It is derogatory for the governor to attribute the Commission’s activities in Bauchi State to the influence of Mr. Wike. No political official can interfere with the investigative processes of the Commission,” the statement read. Addressing the governor’s own legal history, the EFCC said Bala Mohammed was already facing charges before he assumed office. “If Governor Mohammed were transparent, he would have disclosed that he was on trial for money laundering at the time he won the governorship election in Bauchi State,” the agency said, noting that only the constitutional immunity attached to his office prevented prosecution. The EFCC also recalled that investigations into Mohammed date back to 2016, questioning his claims of political persecution. “Who influenced the Commission to investigate him in 2016 and charge him to court?” the agency asked. On ongoing cases involving Bauchi State officials, the EFCC said the matters are before the courts and based on evidence, not political vendetta. “The facts against some Bauchi State government officials have already been presented to the court,” the statement said, urging the public to review the charges themselves. The commission dismissed the governor’s remarks regarding terrorism financing, stating that it was simply enforcing the law. “Raising alarms over terrorism financing issues is unfounded. Ignoring legal violations would amount to dereliction of duty,” it said. Finally, the EFCC accused politicians of double standards, noting that allegations of persecution typically surface only when opposition figures are investigated. “It is hypocritical for opposition politicians to claim persecution each time an opposition figure is called to account,” the statement said, advising Governor Mohammed to focus on governance while the Commission continues its work against financial crimes.

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