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Datti Baba-Ahmed Declares 2027 Presidential Ambition Under Labour Party

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Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed, the Labour Party’s 2023 vice-presidential candidate, has officially declared his intention to run for Nigeria’s presidency in 2027, amid ongoing shifts in the opposition landscape. Baba-Ahmed, who was Peter Obi’s running mate in the 2023 election, made the announcement during a rally at the Labour Party’s national secretariat in Abuja on Wednesday. The declaration follows Obi’s recent exit from the Labour Party to join the African Democratic Congress, a move that has fueled debates over the party’s future and the direction of Nigeria’s opposition ahead of the next general election. Speaking to party supporters, Baba-Ahmed emphasized that his presidential ambition is independent of Obi’s political moves, noting that his desire to contest predates the 2023 election. He said, “I have made myself to contest for the office in 2027. I’m not following anybody’s trajectory or stepping into anybody’s shoes. Before Governor Peter Obi filed for the presidency, I had already aspired to run. The records are there for everyone to see.” Reflecting on his political journey, Baba-Ahmed recalled his 2018 attempt to secure the Peoples Democratic Party’s presidential ticket, before later aligning with Obi in the Labour Party. “In October 2018, I contested in the PDP primaries in Port Harcourt and even approached Obi for his support. He was gracious. I saw a rare opportunity for national unity with Obi in 2023, and that is why I chose to support him,” he explained. Addressing potential concerns about religion and ethnicity, Baba-Ahmed affirmed that Nigeria’s constitution allows every qualified citizen to run for office. “Yes, I am a practising Muslim and a Hausa man, but I am also Nigerian. The constitution permits me to contest, and I am doing this because Nigeria needs help,” he said. While making his intentions public, Baba-Ahmed stressed his commitment to following party and electoral guidelines. “Until INEC releases the election timetable and the Labour Party officially calls for aspirants, I will not take any further action. But Nigerians know the truth,” he added.

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Egypt Set For Blockbuster AFCON Quarterfinal Against Cote d’Ivoire

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Egypt’s route to the AFCON semi-finals has been locked in for a heavyweight quarter-final against defending champions Cote d’Ivoire. Cote d’Ivoire swept aside Burkina Faso in the round of 16. The Ivorians’ win was built on an impressive display by Manchester United winger Amad Diallo, who opened the scoring and assisted the second before half-time. For Egypt, the tie is the next test of a knockout run that has already been tough. The Pharaohs edged Benin 3–1 after extra time in the round of 16. Following a long-range strike from Marwan Attia, Egypt needed a looping header from Yasser Ibrahim and a late breakaway finish from Mohamed Salah in extra time to qualify. Beyond the immediate stakes, the matchup carries history. Egypt and Cote d’Ivoire will face each other for the 12th time in the AFCON. Egypt has a strong track record, having won all five of its knockout matches against the Ivorians, including three victories decided by penalty shootouts. However, Hossam Hassan’s preparation is complicated by injury concerns, especially at left-back. Mohamed Hamdy was forced off against Benin after suffering an ACL injury early in the match. If Egypt plans to manage risk and win the moments, Cote d’Ivoire arrive as the kind of opponent that can punish even brief lapses. Diallo has been one of the tournament’s standout attackers, scoring three times and assisting once so far in the AFCON. The quarter-final is scheduled for Saturday, 10 January 2026, in Agadir, with kick-off at 21:00.

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Biodun Okeowo Slams Colleagues Over Lack Of Support For Her New Movie

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Actress Biodun Okeowo has expressed frustration with her colleagues over their lack of support for her latest movie. Sharing her thoughts on Instagram, she revealed that she has spent years promoting films she wasn’t even part of, yet struggles to get the same support in return. Okeowo criticised actors who appear in movies but are unavailable or uncooperative when it comes to promoting them. She also called out colleagues she described as being stingy with their support.   View this post on Instagram  

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Femi Adebayo Celebrates Daughter Firdaos Niniola’s University Graduation

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Nollywood actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo has taken to social media to celebrate his first child, Firdaos Niniola Adebayo, following her university graduation. Sharing his joy on Instagram on Wednesday, Adebayo expressed pride in his daughter’s achievement, calling it a significant milestone. He wrote, “Firdaos Niniola #niniolajannah Ajoke mi – my first child. You have brought me endless reasons to smile over the years. Alhamdulillah for this wonderful achievement. Today, you graduate, and my heart is full of gratitude and pride. Education is a gift, and responsibility is its companion – may you use both to uplift yourself and others.” Adebayo also prayed for Firdaos and reaffirmed his support, saying, “May Allah continue to guide, protect, and elevate you in everything you do. Your journey is just beginning, and Daddy will always stand proudly behind you.”

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Aruna, Goda Begin 2026 Campaign at WTT Champions Doha

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After the disappointment of missing out on the end-of-year WTT Cup Finals for the first time, Africa’s table tennis stars Quadri Aruna of Nigeria and Hana Goda of Egypt will open their 2026 campaigns on Thursday, January 8, at the WTT Champions Doha in Qatar. For the first time in the history of the WTT Cup Finals, no African player featured in the 2025 edition, as both Aruna and Egypt’s Omar Assar missed qualification based on their overall performances last season. Aruna, the only African to have consistently featured in the Cup Finals since its inception in 2021, ended 2025 as the continent’s highest-ranked male player but failed to make the top 16 cut. Goda, Africa’s top-ranked female player, also missed out after falling short of the top-16 threshold required for entry into the lucrative tournament. Now, both players will look to bounce back at the Lusail Sports Arena in Doha, where they face tough Asian opposition in the opening round of the singles event. Aruna will renew his rivalry with China’s Liang Jingkun, while Goda faces a stern test against former World No. 1 Zhu Yuling of Macao. Aruna and Jingkun share a competitive history. The Nigerian famously defeated the Chinese star at the 2021 WTT Cup Finals, but their first encounter at the 2018 Korean Open saw Jingkun dominate with a 4-1 victory. Their clash in Doha will mark their third meeting, with both players eager to tilt the head-to-head record in their favour. For Goda, the duel against Yuling will be their first-ever meeting on the international stage. The Egyptian prodigy will be aiming to upset the established order at a tournament where players battle for crucial ranking points and a share of the $500,000 prize purse. Meanwhile, Assar endured a disappointing start to the year. His new partnership with Austrian coach and former world champion Werner Schlager began with defeat, as the Egyptian surrendered a 1-0 lead to lose 3-1 against Japan’s Shunsuke Togami in the first round of the men’s singles. Despite the setback, Assar has signalled his intent to challenge the sport’s elite in 2026. This marks the first time the Qatari capital will host the purple WTT Champions, adding further prestige to the season-opening event.

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Suspected Bandits Attack National Park Service Office In Oyo State, Kill Five Personnel

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Gunmen believed to be bandits have reportedly launched an attack on the National Park Service office in Oloka, Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. According to reports, the incident happened around 9 p.m. on Tuesday. Unverified accounts claim that about five personnel of the National Park Service lost their lives during the assault. The Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed the attack. He stated that unidentified assailants carried out the assault on officers of the National Park Service. He added that the Commissioner of Police, Femi Haruna, alongside other security chiefs, was already heading to the scene. He also disclosed that tactical units, Mobile Police Force operatives, and the Explosive Ordnance Disposal team have been deployed to the area to prevent any further breakdown of law and order.

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US To Enforce Visa Bond Of Up To $15,000 For Nigerians From January 2026

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The United States has unveiled new travel rules that may require Nigerians applying for B1/B2 business and tourist visas to pay visa bonds of up to $15,000. Information released by the US Department of State on Travel.State.Gov makes it clear that paying the bond does not guarantee visa approval. It also stressed that any fees paid without a consular officer’s instruction will not be refunded. The policy affects 38 countries, with African nations making up 24 of those listed, including Nigeria. The visa bond is a financial guarantee imposed on applicants from countries the US classifies as high-risk and applies strictly to B1/B2 visa categories. For Nigeria, the bond requirement is scheduled to take effect on January 21, 2026, although implementation dates vary for other affected countries between August 2025 and January 2026. Under the directive, eligible applicants travelling on passports from the listed countries will be required to post a bond of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000. The specific amount will be determined during the visa interview. Applicants must also submit the Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-352 and formally agree to the bond conditions through the US Treasury’s Pay.gov online payment platform. This requirement applies regardless of where the visa application is filed. The State Department added that visa holders who post bonds must enter the United States through designated airports, including Boston Logan International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York, and Washington Dulles International Airport in Virginia. Refunds will only be issued if the Department of Homeland Security confirms that the traveller left the United States on or before the end of their authorised stay, if the applicant does not travel before the visa expires, or if entry is denied at a US port of entry.

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Priscilla Ojo Discovers Van Cleef Jewellery Stolen During Wedding, Rants Online

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Priscilla Ojo has vented online after realizing that her Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery was stolen during her wedding period. Posting photos of empty boxes, she wrote: “To whoever stole my Van Cleefs during my wedding period, you can also come and take the boxes oooo 🙄 hmmmmmm. It is well.” She explained that she only discovered the theft while organizing her closet, noticing that someone she had trusted with access to her room had taken the items. “I just found the boxes while setting up my closet and realised how wicked the person I trusted to have access to my room could steal from me. Tbh, a lot of people had access back then and my stuff was just all over the place,” she said. Priscilla acknowledged her mistake in trusting too freely, adding: “Also, careless of me to think I could trust everyone then. Lesson learnt, we move.” The post has stirred reactions online, with fans sympathizing with her and discussing the shocking discovery amid the buzz of her high-profile wedding to Tanzanian singer Juma Jux.

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