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JUST IN: Nigerian Military Confirms Officers Planned Coup Against President Tinubu

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The Nigerian military has confirmed that certain officers were involved in a plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. In October last year, reports surfaced that officers ranging from Captain to Brigadier-General had been arrested and detained by the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) over an alleged attempt to topple the government. At the time, both the Defence Headquarters and the Presidency denied any coup attempt, despite speculation linked to President Tinubu’s cancellation of the October 1 Independence Day Parade. On Monday, Daily Trust reported that a panel tasked with investigating the arrested officers had submitted its findings to the president. Major-General Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, confirmed that the report had been forwarded to the “appropriate superior authority” and stated that officers with cases to answer would face trial before a military judicial panel in line with the Armed Forces Act and other relevant regulations. Uba said: “The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) wishes to inform the general public that investigations into the matter have been concluded and the report forwarded to appropriate superior authority in line with extant regulations. The comprehensive investigation process, conducted in accordance with established military procedures, has carefully examined all circumstances surrounding the conduct of the affected personnel. “The findings have identified a number of officers with allegations of plotting to overthrow the government, which is inconsistent with the ethics, values, and professional standards required of members of the AFN. Accordingly, those with cases to answer will be formally arraigned before appropriate military judicial panel to face trial in accordance with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations.” The military said the disclosure was intended to promote accountability while maintaining fairness and due process. Uba reaffirmed that the Armed Forces are committed to upholding professionalism, loyalty, and respect for constitutional authority. He added, “The AFN reiterates that measures being taken are purely disciplinary and part of ongoing institutional mechanisms to preserve order, discipline, and operational effectiveness within the ranks.”

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Ole Ole – FCTA Workers Chase Minister Wike’s Convoy In Abuja Over Unpaid Salaries And Welfare Disputes

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Parts of Abuja were thrown into chaos on Monday as aggrieved workers reportedly pursued the motorcade of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike amid ongoing protests over unpaid salaries and welfare concerns. The workers, who have been on strike, became visibly agitated when Wike’s convoy passed, with a video obtained by Naija News showing protesters chanting “ole” (thief) and advancing toward the minister’s vehicles, demanding immediate action on their grievances. The incident occurred during a wider protest by staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), backed by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), who staged a picket at the National Industrial Court in Abuja as part of an indefinite strike over long-standing labour disputes. The NLC affirmed full support for the strike, calling it a justified response to what it described as continuous violations of workers’ rights by FCTA management and political leadership. Protesters listed several unresolved issues, including unpaid promotion arrears, poor working conditions, and lack of essential tools, saying repeated engagements with FCTA authorities had failed to resolve their concerns. At the court, workers carried placards demanding Minister Wike’s removal, reflecting mounting frustration among civil servants over unaddressed welfare issues. The protest disrupted sections of Abuja’s central district, highlighting deepening discontent with administrative responses. Labour leaders emphasized that the strike is a measure of last resort after months of unsuccessful negotiations with the FCTA.

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Calvin Bassey’s Alleged Father Appeals For Help To Reconnect With Sons

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A video circulating online has drawn widespread attention, showing a man claiming to be the biological father of Fulham defender Calvin Bassey. In the emotional clip, Kingsley Ikenna alleged that his ex-wife has denied him access to his adult sons, including the Super Eagles star, despite his repeated attempts to reconnect. Ikenna, who currently lives in Italy, said he and his family initially moved to England but faced difficulties converting their Italian documents to British ones. He claimed that when his ex-wife refused to return to Italy, he had no choice but to leave alone, severing contact with his children. Appealing to Nigerians for support, Ikenna emphasized that he is not seeking Calvin Bassey for fame but hopes to rebuild their father-son relationship. "Please Nigerians should help me. Wherever I must have wronged my wife, she should please forgive me so I can have access to my children. My wife took my children and ran away with them." — Ikenna , Footballer Calvin Bassey's dad pleads with Nigerians on live with Helen Ati__… pic.twitter.com/4JRGVoSv6d — GWG (@gwg_ng) January 26, 2026

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NNPC, Chevron Announce Major Offshore Oil Discovery In Western Niger Delta

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Nigeria has recorded a significant offshore oil discovery after the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) confirmed that Chevron Nigeria Limited successfully drilled a new well in the western Niger Delta. The find comes from the Awodi-07 appraisal and exploration well, operated by Chevron under its joint venture with NNPC Ltd, with drilling conducted between late November and mid-December 2025. Drilled in shallow offshore waters, the well revealed hydrocarbons across multiple reservoir layers, signaling fresh oil and gas potential in the region. The operation was completed safely, adhering to all regulatory and safety standards, and the well was secured at the end of the exploration phase. NNPC Ltd stated that the discovery reinforces confidence in the asset and will support efforts to increase oil production, enhance energy supply, and generate economic value through the joint venture, which aims for a production capacity of about 146,000 barrels per day.

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Anambra Governor Orders One-Week Closure Of Onitsha Main Market Over Traders’ Defiance

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Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has ordered the closure of Onitsha Main Market for one week following traders’ persistent defiance of the state government’s directive to disregard the Monday sit-at-home order. Soludo issued the order on Monday during an on-the-spot inspection of the market, accompanied by senior government officials and security personnel. Security operatives have sealed the market to enforce compliance. The governor noted that despite repeated assurances of improved security and appeals for traders to resume business, many shops remained shut on Monday. He described the traders’ actions as deliberate disobedience and economic sabotage. “The government cannot stand by while a few individuals undermine public safety and disregard official directives meant to restore normalcy. This is plain economic sabotage,” Soludo said. He emphasized that the closure is intended to protect law-abiding citizens and warned that failure to reopen the market after the one-week shutdown could result in an extended closure of up to one month. “You either decide to trade here or go elsewhere. I am very serious about this,” the governor added.

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DisCos Push Back Against Adelabu’s Order to Provide Free Prepaid Meters Over Cost Concerns

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Electricity distribution companies (DisCos) have raised concerns over the federal government’s directive that prepaid electricity meters be provided to all customers free of charge, citing uncertainties over who will cover the costs of the meters and their installation. The directive, issued by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, on Thursday, barred DisCos and meter installers from collecting any payment from consumers for prepaid meters. Officials and installers found violating the order were warned of possible prosecution. Adelabu emphasized the unprecedented nature of the directive, saying, “Nobody should collect money from any consumer. It is an offence for the officials of distribution companies across Nigeria to request a dime before installation; even the indirect installers cannot ask consumers for a dime. It has to be installed free of charge so that billings and collections will improve for the sector.” However, operators from several DisCos, speaking on condition of anonymity, told The PUNCH that the directive does not clearly explain how the costs will be funded. They noted that the government expects the DisCos to bear the cost of the meters, with a plan to recoup expenses over a ten-year period. “Those meters have to be paid for by someone, and the government expects the DisCos to cover the cost of the so-called free meters, payable over 10 years,” one operator said. “When you ask the DisCos to fund any capital expenditure, it must be allowed in tariff computations; otherwise, it will make their balance sheets unsustainable.” The operators also raised concerns about installation costs, pointing out that meter installers are not employees of the DisCos. “Meter installers are independent. If consumers are not paying them, who covers their fees? The DisCos do not install meters; that responsibility was removed during Babatunde Fashola’s tenure as power minister,” the source explained. They added that while the directive is well-intentioned, forcing DisCos to cover all costs without clarity could create financial strain. “If the government can pay the installers directly, that would work. But expecting DisCos to volunteer for this is unrealistic,” the operator said. The DisCos’ reaction underscores the practical challenges of implementing free prepaid meters and the need for a clear funding framework to avoid disrupting electricity distribution operations.

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Hadiza El-Rufai Reveals She Never Planned For Polygamy But Chose To Stay In Marriage

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Hadiza El-Rufai, first wife of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, has revealed that entering a polygamous marriage was never part of her plan when she got married. Sharing her perspective on X on Sunday, she responded to a discussion sparked by a lawyer’s announcement that he was taking a second wife. “My husband was raised in a polygamous family, while I, by contrast, grew up in a monogamous one,” she wrote. “When we agreed to get married, I envisaged a monogamous marriage, even though the subject was never discussed.” She explained that the marriage later became polygamous by her husband’s choice, but she ultimately chose to remain in it. “Now I find myself in a polygamous marriage, not by choice initially, but subsequently by choice,” she said. “Not by choice initially because the transformation from monogamy to polygamy was my husband’s decision, and subsequently by choice because staying in the marriage was mine alone.” Hadiza also noted that under Islamic law, a woman can leave a marriage without giving a reason, provided she returns her dowry. “Could that have influenced my decision to stay? Perhaps, but by that time, I had already used my dowry,” she added. Reflecting on her experience as the first wife, she highlighted some advantages, including more time to focus on her career, personal interests, and children, as well as sharing family responsibilities with co-wives. She, however, said she could not see any benefit of polygamy for men and encouraged people to make personal choices that suit them. Nasir and Hadiza El-Rufai met in 1976 at the School of Basic Studies, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, and married in Kaduna in 1985. Hadiza is a writer and novelist, and they have children together.

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Adeleke Faults Tinubu Government Over Alleged Seizure Of Osun Local Government Funds

Osun Governor Adeleke Seeks Immediate Release Of ₦130 Billion Withheld From Local Governments

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Osun State Governor, Senator Nurudeen Ademola Adeleke, has demanded the immediate release of more than ₦130 billion in statutory allocations allegedly withheld from the state’s local governments, warning that the blockade is crippling grassroots administration and causing hardship for workers and residents. In a statewide broadcast on Monday, addressing the illegal occupation of local government secretariats and the need to defend democratic order, Adeleke said court-sacked All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmen and councillors have occupied council offices across the state for nearly a year, despite Federal High Court, Osogbo, rulings in November 2022 and confirmations by the Court of Appeal in February and June 2025 that nullified their elections. “The court removed them, not my administration,” the governor stressed, noting that fresh local government elections were held in compliance with court directives, leading to the swearing-in of duly elected chairmen and councillors on February 23, 2025. He described the current occupants of the secretariats as imposters acting without lawful authority. Adeleke accused former Governor Gboyega Oyetola of allegedly supporting the illegal occupation with police backing, a move he said undermines democracy and the rule of law. He also alleged that local government workers who attempted to resume duties were harassed and intimidated by armed police and political thugs. The governor highlighted that statutory allocations due to Osun local governments, now totaling about ₦130 billion since February 2025, have not been released to the councils’ official accounts. He said these funds are critical for paying salaries of primary school teachers, nurses, health workers in 332 primary health care centres, council staff, traditional councils, and retirees. He added that the state government has had to make significant financial sacrifices to sustain salaries for nearly a year, describing the situation as unsustainable. “Governance is about humanity, responsibility, and compassion, but this burden cannot continue indefinitely,” Adeleke said. The governor also accused the United Bank for Africa (UBA) of permitting unauthorized access to local government accounts, noting that senior bank officials involved are facing criminal prosecution. He questioned whether such actions would be tolerated in cities like New York or London, where the bank operates. Appealing to the federal government, Adeleke urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure the release of the withheld funds and protect democratic institutions, emphasizing that the President is not involved in the alleged illegality. “There is no provision in our Constitution for tenure elongation,” he said, framing the crisis as a fight between constitutional order and impunity. He called on Nigerians and democracy advocates to demand an immediate end to the occupation of local government secretariats and the release of council funds. The governor also urged residents to remain peaceful and law-abiding, assuring them of his administration’s commitment to upholding the Constitution and safeguarding their welfare.

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