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DHQ Renames Armed Forces Remembrance Day to Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day

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The Defence Headquarters has officially changed the name of Armed Forces Remembrance Day to Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. Maj. Gen. Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, confirmed the change on Thursday, explaining that it reflects the dual purpose of the event: to honour both serving members of the Nigerian Armed Forces and those who lost their lives defending the nation. “January 15 is set aside each year by the Federal Government to recognise the dedication of active personnel and to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect Nigeria’s territorial integrity and the lives and property of its citizens,” Uba said. He added that the annual event is preceded by a week of activities and concludes with a grand parade and wreath-laying ceremony on January 15. “Previously called ‘Armed Forces Remembrance Day,’ the new name, ‘Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day,’ better captures the essence of the occasion — celebrating the living while honouring the fallen,” Uba explained. The general also urged media organisations to adopt the new name in all future coverage. “We call on the media to use ‘Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day’ in reporting. We appreciate their continued support in the fight against insecurity and look forward to deeper collaboration,” he said. Historically, the event has focused mainly on commemorating fallen soldiers, with wreath-laying ceremonies across the country. The renaming reflects the military’s intention to balance remembrance with recognition of active-duty personnel.

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Nigerian Man Arrested for Killing University of Toronto Student Shivank Avasthi

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A Nigerian man, 28-year-old Babatunde Afuwape, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of 20-year-old University of Toronto student Shivank Avasthi on the Scarborough campus last month. Detective Sergeant Stacey McCabe described the attack as “planned and deliberate,” adding that Afuwape “was there to kill somebody” but had no known connection to Avasthi. “I’m not sure how he chose Shivank or what his ultimate plan was that day,” she said. The shooting happened on 23 December 2025 around 3:30 p.m. along Highland Creek Trail near Old Kingston Road, a route frequently used by students. Avasthi was found with a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. His death marked Toronto’s 41st homicide of the year. McCabe noted that Afuwape, who had been on parole for previous firearm offences, had spent about an hour on the campus before the shooting. A firearm has been recovered, and police are appealing to anyone who witnessed the attack to come forward. “We understand this incident caused fear and concern among students, staff, and the surrounding community, and we want to reassure everyone that the person responsible is in custody,” McCabe said. Avasthi, a third-year student from India, was remembered by friends as caring and supportive. Caitlin Whittier, a friend from the university’s cheerleading team, said, “He would do anything for the people he cared about… it was the love and friendship that I valued most about him.” The university’s cheerleading and powerlifting clubs also paid tribute to Avasthi on social media, remembering his positive spirit and encouragement of others. Afuwape was arrested on 28 December following a parole violation. Police stressed that the investigation is ongoing and urged anyone with information to come forward, noting that others may have been present on the trail at the time of the shooting. The apparently random attack has shocked the campus community and renewed concerns about student safety on and near university grounds.

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Former Chief Of Army Staff Buratai Sues Retired Officer For N1 Billion Over Alleged Terror Links

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Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Yusufu Buratai, retired, has filed a N1 billion defamation lawsuit against fellow retired officer, Maj. Gen. Danjuma Hamisu Ali-Keffi, at the Kaduna State High Court over allegations linking him to terrorism. Filed on January 8, 2026, at the Kaduna Judicial Division, the suit claims Ali-Keffi made and circulated false statements suggesting that Buratai was involved in terrorism financing, had ties to Boko Haram suspects, and participated in the alleged illegal release or concealment of terror suspects during his tenure as COAS. Buratai’s lawyers, A.I. Aliyu and A.M. Hassan of Law Plus Consult, said the statements, published on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), WhatsApp, Instagram, and other online platforms, were widely circulated nationally and internationally, causing serious harm to his reputation. According to the court documents, Buratai denied all allegations, stressing that he has never been investigated, indicted, or convicted for terrorism or related offences. The claims, he said, falsely portray him as corrupt, unpatriotic, and complicit in acts against Nigeria’s national security. The former army chief is seeking a court order compelling Ali-Keffi to retract the statements and issue a public apology on the same platforms where the claims appeared, including Sahara Reporters and at least two national newspapers. Buratai is also seeking N1 billion in general damages, a perpetual injunction preventing further publication of the statements, and full coverage of legal costs. The writ directs Ali-Keffi to enter an appearance within 21 days of service, with the court allowed to proceed in his absence if he fails to respond. As of the filing of the suit, no hearing date had been set, and Ali-Keffi had yet to file a response.

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Amala, Nyash, Abeg – Oxford English Dictionary Adds New Nigerian Words To Latest Update

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The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has further enriched its collection by including new Nigerian and West African words in its latest update, released in December 2025 and extended into 2026. The announcement was made on Wednesday via X, highlighting terms drawn from everyday speech, food, music, markets, and pop culture, reflecting the growing global influence of African languages on English. The December 2025 update introduced over 500 new words, phrases, and senses, while revising more than 1,000 existing entries as part of the OED’s quarterly review process. Catherine Sangster, Author and Head of Pronunciations at the OED, said the update represents a significant step in documenting pronunciations across different English varieties. “With this update we introduce a new model for the transcription of Maltese English pronunciations; this is the nineteenth World English pronunciation model in our collection. We also celebrate a decade of OED having spoken pronunciations, first added in December 2015,” Sangster noted. She added that the update expanded audio pronunciation features, including multiple recordings where necessary, with several West African English terms receiving new pronunciations. Among the Nigerian entries added is abeg, which the OED defines as an interjection or adverb “to express a range of emotions, such as surprise, exasperation, disbelief, etc.” Another is amala, described as “a kind of dough made of yam, cassava, or unripe plantain flour, typically formed into a ball and served as an accompaniment to other dishes.” The dictionary also formally recognised Afrobeats, defined as “originally: a style of popular music incorporating elements of West African music and of jazz, soul, and funk.” Other Nigerian and West African terms added include Ghana Must Go, biko, Mammy Market, nyash, and Moi Moi, words widely used in daily conversation and cultural contexts in Nigeria and Ghana. Additional African entries include abrokyire, Adowa, ampesi, benachin, bichir, domoda, dumboy, hiplife, kpanlogo, light soup, nawetan, obroni, poda-poda, and yassa. This latest expansion follows a previous update in which the OED added 20 Nigerian words, including japa, agbero, eba, 419, and abi, reflecting Nigerian street language, food culture, migration discussions, and online slang. Other entries from that list included area boy, yahoo boy, yahoo, Naija, suya, kobo, Edo, Kanuri, jand, janded, cross-carpet, and cross-carpeting. The updates underscore the OED’s ongoing effort to capture the evolving English language and highlight the growing global impact of African words and expressions.

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Lagos Govt Denies Rift Between Sanwo-Olu And Ogun Governor Abiodun

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The Lagos State Government has refuted reports claiming a fallout between Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his Ogun State counterpart, Prince Dapo Abiodun, insisting that the story is false and misleading. The denial was made in a statement released on Thursday by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Lagos governor, Gboyega Akosile, in response to reports circulating on some blogs and online platforms. Akosile said the reports wrongly suggested tension between the two governors, stressing that such claims do not reflect the true nature of their relationship. He described the narrative as completely untrue, noting that Governors Sanwo-Olu and Abiodun maintain a cordial and productive relationship, with regular interactions and ongoing collaboration on issues affecting both states. “For the avoidance of doubt, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Prince Dapo Abiodun share a warm, brotherly relationship. They interact frequently and collaborate on matters that promote development in Lagos and Ogun states,” the statement read. Akosile added that the close bond between the two leaders is reinforced by the shared borders and strong socio-cultural ties between Lagos and Ogun states, making cooperation unavoidable. He warned those spreading the reports to stop pushing falsehoods capable of creating unnecessary tension, while emphasizing that both governors remain committed to a common goal of improving the welfare and quality of life of residents in their respective states.

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BREAKING: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Loses Son

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Renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, are mourning the loss of one of their twin sons, Nkanu Nnamdi. A family statement issued on Thursday by Omawumi Ogbe confirmed that the 21-month-old child passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, following a brief illness. The statement expressed the family’s heartbreak and appealed for privacy during this painful time. It read, “We’re deeply saddened to confirm the passing of one of Ms Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Dr Ivara Esege’s twin boys, Nkanu Nnamdi, who passed on Wednesday, 7th of January 2026, after a brief illness. He was 21 months old. The family is devastated by this profound loss, and we request that their privacy be respected during this incredibly difficult time. “We ask for your grace and prayers as they mourn in private. No further statements will be made, and we thank the public and the media for respecting their need for seclusion during this period of immense grief.”

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Rivers Lawmakers Initiate Impeachment Proceedings Against Governor Fubara

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Rivers State’s political landscape took a dramatic turn on Thursday as lawmakers in the State House of Assembly launched impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his Deputy, Ngozi Oduh. At a plenary session led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, House Majority Leader Major Jack presented a formal notice outlining allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Fubara. The notice, backed by 26 legislators, claims the governor acted in ways that contravene the Nigerian Constitution. Speaker Amaewhule stated that the impeachment notice would be officially served on the governor within seven days. In the same session, Deputy Majority Leader Linda Stewart read out a similar notice detailing allegations of gross misconduct against Deputy Governor Oduh.

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Pastor Chris Okafor Surrenders To Police Over Misconduct Allegations

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The Senior Pastor of Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, Chris Okafor, has reportedly turned himself in to the police amid serious allegations of misconduct and related offences. The Lagos State Police Command confirmed that Okafor voluntarily reported to authorities after failing to honour an earlier police invitation scheduled for Monday. He had been formally notified on Sunday by the State Criminal Investigation Department at Panti. Speaking to TVC on Wednesday, Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, explained that the pastor had initially indicated through his lawyer that he would appear on Monday but did not show up, prompting police action. “When he was invited, he got to us through his lawyer that he would be appearing on Monday. So, on Monday, we waited for him. We didn’t see him, and I directed that he should be arrested. Subsequently, he showed up yesterday.” Jimoh further disclosed that the case has now been transferred to the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2, Sylvester Alabi, for further investigation. “We later learned that the same matter had been opened at the Zone 2 headquarters with the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 2, which I verified. He informed me the investigation had been ongoing under his command for about three weeks.”

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