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Lifestyle & Wellness Desk28 January 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has denounced a Russian drone attack on a crowded passenger train in Kharkiv’s north-eastern region, calling it an act of “terrorism.” Local authorities reported that at least five people were killed and several others injured in the strike. Officials said more than 200 passengers were on the train when one carriage […]

Lifestyle & Wellness Desk28 January 2026

The wife of South Korea’s ousted former president has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for accepting bribes from the Unification Church. However, 52-year-old Kim Keon-hee was cleared of charges relating to stock price manipulation and receiving free opinion polls from a political broker ahead of the 2022 presidential election, which her husband, Yoon […]

Lifestyle & Wellness Desk28 January 2026

President Donald Trump said his administration plans to “de-escalate a little bit” in Minnesota following the second fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen by federal immigration officers in the state. “Bottom line, it was terrible. Both of them were terrible,” Trump said in a Fox News interview on Tuesday. In early January, Renee Good was […]

Tech & Tools Desk28 January 2026

The Legal Aid Council on Tuesday formally withdrew from representing Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), citing attempts by him to dictate the handling of his case. Following the withdrawal, the Federal High Court in Abuja struck out an ex parte motion filed by Kanu, in which he sought to be […]

Ifunanya Okafor28 January 2026

From January 1, 2026, Nigeria’s new tax laws will take effect, offering a wide range of exemptions and reliefs aimed at easing the burden on low-income earners, average taxpayers, and small businesses. These measures are designed to improve welfare and promote the growth of small-scale enterprises. Personal Income Tax (PAYE) Individuals earning the national minimum […]

Lifestyle & Wellness Desk28 January 2026

The Benin–Asaba Highway Rehabilitation Project is a major infrastructure initiative designed to enhance road connectivity between Edo and Delta states and improve links to other parts of the country. The project was formally inaugurated by President Bola Tinubu in March 2025. The highway spans approximately 125 kilometres, beginning at the Onitsha Head Bridge and running […]

Lifestyle & Wellness Desk28 January 2026

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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, alongside Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN) and Prof. Abiola Sanni (SAN), has attributed public resistance to the implementation of Nigeria’s new tax laws to a deep-seated trust deficit between government and citizens, as well as concerns over transparency, accountability, and fiscal centralisation. The views were expressed on Tuesday at the 2026 […]

Lifestyle & Wellness Desk28 January 2026

The Federal Government has announced plans to enhance security in schools located within border and riverine communities through the Safe Schools Transition Plan for 2026–2030, a nationwide initiative aimed at ensuring safer learning environments. The newly approved strategy is designed to strengthen cooperation among security agencies, state governments, and host communities, while also expanding psychosocial […]

Tech & Tools Desk28 January 2026

Ten days after armed assailants abducted worshippers from Kurmin Wali village in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, at least 166 victims are still being held captive, heightening fear and distress among families, religious groups, and community leaders. The abduction occurred when bandits invaded three churches during worship services, firing shots indiscriminately, injuring several […]

Ifunanya Okafor28 January 2026

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The Senate has received 24 health sector bills transmitted by President Bola Tinubu for legislative consideration, in accordance with Section 58(2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The proposed legislations were conveyed in a letter to the Senate and formally read during plenary by the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio. President Tinubu […]

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Zelensky Denounces Russian Drone Attack that killed Five Aboard Passenger Train

Former South Korean First Lady Sentenced to 20 Months in Prison for Bribery

Trump Says Government will ‘Calm Tensions’ in Minnesota After Pretti Shooting

Legal Aid Lawyer Withdraws from Kanu’s Case, Cites Dictatorial Conduct

New Tax Administration Offers 50 Exemptions and Relief Measures

Project Spotlight: Rehabilitation of the Benin–Asaba Highway

Lack of Trust Drives Opposition to New Tax Laws — Sanwo-Olu, Olanipekun

FG Moves to Strengthen Security in Schools Across Border and Riverine Areas

CAN, ACF Express Concern as 166 Kaduna Worshippers Remain in Captivity

Tinubu Submits 24 Health-Related Bills to the Senate

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