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Trump Reaches Greenland Deal Framework, Cancels Tariffs On European Allies

United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday disclosed that a framework had been established for a future agreement on Greenland following talks with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, a decision that also led to the cancellation of planned tariffs on European allies. Announcing the development on Truth Social, Trump said, “We have formed the framework of a future deal with respect to Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic Region.” Although he did not outline the details of the framework, the president said European countries that opposed his bid to acquire Greenland would no longer face tariffs that had been scheduled to begin on February 1. “Based upon this understanding, I will not be imposing the Tariffs that were scheduled to go into effect on February 1st,” he wrote. Trump’s renewed push to gain control of Greenland from Denmark, a fellow NATO member, has in recent weeks unsettled diplomatic ties and triggered volatility in global markets. Earlier in the day at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump ruled out the use of force for the first time but pressed for immediate talks with Denmark. “We probably won’t get anything unless I decide to use excessive strength and force where we would be, frankly, unstoppable, but I won’t do that,” he said. “I don’t have to use force. I don’t want to use force. I won’t use force. All the United States is asking for is a place called Greenland.” Following his remarks and subsequent social media post, Wall Street stocks opened higher on Wednesday and extended their gains. Trump has consistently argued that mineral-rich Greenland holds major strategic importance for both the United States and NATO, particularly amid growing competition with Russia and China in the Arctic region.

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Tiwa Savage’s Son Jamil Meets IShowSpeed During His Visit To Nigeria

Tiwa Savage’s son, Jamil Balogun, recently had an exciting encounter with US YouTube and Twitch star IShowSpeed during the entertainer’s visit to Nigeria as part of his Speed Does Africa tour. Even while Tiwa was away, Jamil reached out to his mother, asking her to make the meeting happen. Sharing the moment on social media, Tiwa revealed that Jamil had called her, saying, “Please mommy, I know you can make me meet @IShowSpeed and I’m all the way in Darvos…” She added jokingly, “Omo see stress o,” acknowledging the effort it took to arrange the meeting, and thanked those who helped make it possible, including @shankcomics, @manlikescoop, @olakunbi.o, @bizzleosikoya, and @boldandbigevent. The snapshot captured a heartwarming parental moment, showing the lengths parents will go to fulfil their children’s special wishes. IShowSpeed’s visit has been a major highlight in Nigeria, with fans thrilled to see him exploring the country, meeting supporters, and sharing his experiences — from local culture to street life — with his millions of followers online.

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FG Clarifies Position on ASUU Agreement, Says 2009 Accord Remains Last Signed Deal

Federal Government Allows Polytechnics To Award Degrees, Ending HND Gap

The Federal Government has announced a major change for polytechnics in Nigeria, giving them the power to award university-style degrees. This move is aimed at ending the long-standing distinction between Higher National Diploma (HND) holders and university graduates. Education Minister, Dr. Tunji Alausa, unveiled the plan on Wednesday during a meeting in Abuja with polytechnic leaders, education commissioners, and other stakeholders. He described the change as historic, saying it would stop years of unfair treatment of polytechnic graduates and position polytechnics as top centres for higher education. Dr. Alausa explained that while polytechnics will now award degrees, they will continue to focus on practical, hands-on training that prepares students for real-world jobs. The policy is part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which focuses on creating jobs, expanding industries, and building skilled workers for Nigeria’s future. With this change, polytechnics are expected to work more closely with industries, access better funding, and gain public trust. The government promises that the transition will follow clear rules and quality checks to ensure Nigerian polytechnic degrees meet high standards. The minister also encouraged polytechnic leaders to promote innovation through entrepreneurship hubs, research centres, and partnerships with industries. He highlighted areas such as renewable energy, agriculture technology, digital manufacturing, and climate solutions as key fields for students to focus on. This reform is seen as a major step toward giving polytechnic graduates the same opportunities and recognition as university graduates, while strengthening Nigeria’s workforce and economy.

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FCT Police Arraign 11 Over Killing Of Arise News Journalist In Abuja Robbery

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arraigned 11 suspects in connection with the killing of Arise News journalist, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, and a security guard, Barnabas Danlami, during a violent robbery at Unique Apartments, Katampe Extension, Abuja, on September 29, 2025. The suspects face a nine-count charge including criminal conspiracy, armed robbery, and murder. The attack reportedly occurred around 3:30 a.m., when armed assailants allegedly moved from flat to flat, robbing residents of their valuables. FCT Police Commissioner Ajao Adewale said officers responded promptly after receiving a distress call from the area. “Policemen moved to the scene and found her lying unconscious. She was immediately taken to Maitama General Hospital, where doctors tried to resuscitate her using CPR, but sadly, she could not make it,” Adewale stated. Investigations revealed that Maduagwu had jumped from the third floor in a desperate attempt to escape the attackers. Danlami, who was on duty as a security guard, was shot during the incident, allegedly by one of the suspects, Shamsudeen Hassan. Police recovered several items during the operation, including a locally fabricated AK-47 rifle, a pump-action gun, a pistol, 36 rounds of live ammunition, two cartridges, knives, a cutlass, four mobile phones belonging to the victims, and nine torchlights. Police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh said the suspects, all natives of Kaduna and Katsina states, were arrested through coordinated operations in the FCT, Nasarawa, and Kaduna states by a Special Investigation Team from the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). She added that digital reconstructive intelligence was used to track the gang, which was also linked to previous robberies in Katampe 1, Apo, and Zuba. “Preliminary investigations indicated the gang obtained their firearms from an as-yet-unidentified supplier in the Niger Republic,” Adeh said, noting that the arms dealer operates across the Nigeria–Niger border. The suspects arraigned include Shamsu Hassan, Sani Sirajo, Hassan Isah, Abubakar Alkamu, Abdulsalam Saleh, Suleiman Badamasi, Zaharadeen Mohammed, Musa Umar (aka ‘Small’), Mashkur Jamil, Suleiman Sani, and Abubakar Usman. Police noted that additional suspects — Sumayya Mohammed (aka ‘Baby’), Isah Abdulrahman (aka ‘Abbati’), and Musa Adamu (aka ‘Musa Hassan’) — are still being investigated, and more arrests may follow. The case has been adjourned to February 2026 for further proceedings. The FCT Police Command urged residents to remain vigilant, report suspicious movements through emergency lines, and assured the public of its commitment to justice and safety.

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Kwara Governor Orders Rector To Step Aside, Sets Up Panel To Probe Polytechnic Protest

Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has ordered an investigation into the recent student protest at Kwara State Polytechnic and asked the institution’s Rector, Abdul Jimoh Mohamed, to vacate his position temporarily while the probe is ongoing. The governor approved the setting up of a three-man investigative committee on Wednesday to look into the circumstances that led to the unrest on the polytechnic’s main campus and the breakdown of law and order that followed. The panel is chaired by the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Senior Ibrahim Sulyman. Other members are the Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Nafisat Buge, and the Permanent Secretary, Service Welfare, Dr Mrs Mercy Olufunke Shittu. In a statement released in Ilorin by the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo Kawu, the committee has been given a two-week window to carry out its assignment and submit its findings to the governor. The committee is expected to investigate both the remote and immediate causes of the protest, assess how the situation was managed, and propose measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. It is also mandated to make broader recommendations that would aid the development and stability of the institution. “The governor has meanwhile directed the Rector of the Polytechnic, Engr. Dr Abdul Jimoh Mohammed, to immediately step aside from his role until further notice, while the most senior Deputy Rector acts in his place in the interim. “The committee will engage with all relevant stakeholders in the course of its assignment,” the commissioner added.

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We Can’t Be Intimidated – Ayo Labinjoh Fires Back At Adedeji Adeleke Over Davido Paternity Claim, Demands DNA Results

After Dr Adedeji Adeleke publicly declared that Davido is not the biological father of young Anuoluwapo, the child’s mother, Ayo Labinjoh, has hit back with a detailed and forceful response. Labinjoh addressed Dr Adeleke directly on Anu Adeleke’s Instagram page, rejecting any attempt at intimidation and criticizing what she described as the misuse of wealth and influence against her family. She expressed shock over reports that her sister, Titilayo Labinjoh, had been in communication with the Adeleke camp since the pandemic, insisting that such claims are false. According to Labinjoh, her sister only contacted their mother recently to express concern over media attention on Anu, which was affecting her at work. Their mother reportedly advised her to ignore the gossip, reminding her that Anu’s story should not become office talk. Clarifying Anu’s social media presence, Labinjoh explained that the Instagram page in question was initially created by Dr Kemi Olunloyo in 2019 using publicly available photos. Labinjoh said she had not been active on the account for four years, only resuming posts in 2023 during Anu’s 10th birthday celebration. She stressed that neither she nor her family members had ongoing contact with Dr Kemi despite her continued posting about Anu. Labinjoh denied that she or Anu ever met with Dr Adeleke in 2020 for additional DNA tests, contradicting his claims. She also emphasized that Anu has never met Davido’s cousin BRed, and that she has not seen him since 2013. Labinjoh challenged Dr Adeleke to publicly release the DNA results he referenced. She accused the Adeleke family of attempting to manipulate the situation through money and influence, warning that if anything were to happen to her, her daughter, or her mother, Dr Adeleke should be held responsible. Labinjoh also rejected allegations about her character and negotiations for child support, insisting that only Davido himself can address her directly regarding the matter. In conclusion, Labinjoh demanded transparency and accountability, insisting that the truth about Anu’s paternity should be handled without intimidation or manipulation. Her full statement read: “DR DEJI ADELEKE: YOU CANNOT INTIMIDATE US SIR To my shock my own sister Titi Labinjoh reportedly has been talking to Dr Deji Adeleke since the pandemic about what? Titi called here last week from Abuja telling our mom that she’s scared about the media attention Anu is getting and that her coworkers keep bothering her. Our mom said she should ignore it as Anu’s story does not belong as gossip on her office. What about Anu who has to endure everything? Titilayo my only sister singlehandedly raised alongside me by our mom went to the oppressors to collect money? How? Matthew 10:36. We are shocked they said she has been talking to them since 2020. Did you also give my number to David? YES!! Dr Kemi opened this page and took photos online, those she took with Anu and some I posted myself. She handed the page to us in 2019. The gap is there. I’m not a social media user and I didn’t post for 4 years. In 2023, I started to post on her 10th birthday photoshoot and I’ve logged on from many locations. I no longer live in Ibadan. Anu lives with my mom. I’m a trader by profession and buy my goods from border countries. There was no time Titi told Dr Kemi to stop posting about Anu. They don’t have each others contact nor talk. My mom Mrs Ropo Labinjo also posts some of Anu’s videos. We are not in touch with Dr Kemi even though she posts about us. She held a press conference and did public relations for us during our 2018 appeal. SIR, as the Patriach of the family you should not be talking on David’s behalf. I’m not Sophia negotiating child support etc. Let David address me. Your power and money is being abused here. David is obviously a boy and not a man. It took money for you to use a family member of ours to spy on us. If anything happens to me, my daughter and mom, the police should hold you responsible. Anu and I NEVER met with you in 2020 for 4 additional DNA tests. I have not seen BRed since the night when they dined at my place of work GQ club in Ibadan February 2013. Anu has never met BRed, Dr Kemi suspected I may have also slept with him as she asked me in my detailed interview which is now floating around. Post the tests sir. Thank you Ayo Labinjoh”

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Tonto Dikeh Threatens to Arrest TikTok Impersonator Over Fan Scams

Tonto Dikeh has issued a strong warning to a TikTok user impersonating her and allegedly scamming fans, declaring that security agencies are already tracking the suspect and that legal action is inevitable. In a video message, the actress made it clear she would not tolerate the misuse of her identity or content, stressing that she is determined to protect both her name and her followers from fraud. She also claimed investigators have identified the impersonator as a woman. “I know my impersonator is a girl because we have been trailing you, and the police are on you. To the girl who is impersonating me on TikTok, collecting money from people, scamming people, and also scamming me because you are taking my content and posting on your TikTok page, not as a fan page, but posing to be me. I just want to tell you that when I catch you, nobody is going to save you. Only Jesus will save you. Because I’m not the kind of person who would back down. You will definitely go to jail.” Dikeh urged the impersonator to stop immediately, warning that failure to do so would lead to serious consequences. To the girl impersonating me and collecting money from people, when I catch you nobody is going to save you. Only Jesus can. I am not the kind of person that social media will cajole or bully to release you. If I catch you, you are going to jail. – Tonto Dikeh pic.twitter.com/O5MfV5FBVY — Just Eniola 💜 (@JustEniola01) January 21, 2026

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European Parliament Blocks US-EU Trade Deal Amid Trump’s Greenland Threats

The European Parliament on Wednesday blocked a vote to approve a US-EU trade deal as tensions rose over President Donald Trump’s threats to take over Greenland and the imposition of a 10% import tax on countries opposing his plans. “EU-US Deal on ice indefinitely! Our sovereignty & territorial integrity are at stake. Business as usual impossible,” Bernd Lange, chairman of the European Parliament’s international trade committee, said on social media. The agreement, known as the Turnberry Deal, was initially negotiated in July when European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited Trump’s golf club in Turnberry, Scotland. It outlined preliminary terms on tariffs, trade, and investment between the United States and the 27-nation European Union. In a statement, the European Parliament said the vote was halted due to “continued and escalating threats, including tariff threats, against Greenland and Denmark, and their European allies.” Work on the Turnberry legislative proposals will remain suspended until the US returns to a cooperative approach rather than confrontation. The Turnberry Deal had capped European tariffs at 15%, protecting key sectors such as pharmaceuticals and semiconductors from Trump’s threat of much higher tariffs. The agreement also included EU commitments to invest $600 billion in the US by 2028, purchase $750 billion in American energy, procure $40 billion in semiconductors, and increase military equipment acquisitions. “This Framework Agreement will put our trade and investment relationship — one of the largest in the world — on a solid footing and will reinvigorate our economies’ reindustrialization,” the EU said in a joint statement.

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