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 Residents, particularly women must be careful of free rides in the federal capital territory.- CP Miller Dantawaye. The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory Command, Miller Dantawaye, has warned residents, particularly women, against accepting free rides from strangers as part of efforts to curb criminal activities in Abuja. Dantawaye gave the warning this Friday during a courtesy and advocacy visit by a delegation of the Nigerian Bar Association, including representatives of the International Federation of Women Lawyers, NBA Women Forum and Unity Bar, to the FCT Police Command headquarters. A statement by the FCT command spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, said the CP urged residents to remain security-conscious, particularly when boarding commercial vehicles. He advised residents, particularly women, to be cautious about the vehicles they use and to avoid accepting unsolicited lifts from unknown persons.

 LAGOS LISTED AMONG TOP SEVEN ART DESTINATIONS IN THE WORLD TO VISIT IN 2026 - REPORT   Lagos has been named as one of the seven art destinations to visit in 2026 by Artsy, the leading global online Art Marketplace.  The city was described as "a banner biennale in West Africa’s preeminent art capital." According to an article titled "7 Art Destinations to Visit in 2026" published in artsy.net by Maxwell Rabb on January 8, Lagos is one of the "seven spots—from marquee art events to rising scenes—that are worth adding to an art-inspired travel itinerary in 2026."   The seven destinations picked by the leading global online Art Marketplace are Venice, Italy; Doha, Qatar; Sydney, Australia; Bangkok, Thailand; Lagos, Nigeria; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Malta.    Artsy disclosed that "Lagos is rapidly becoming the commercial and creative engine of African contemporary art, and this momentum will continue in 2026." Stating why Lagos is among the sev...

 China, Russia, Iran warships arrive in South Africa for military exercises Chinese, Russian and Iranian warships arrived in South African waters for a week of naval drills starting Friday off the coast of Cape Town. The Chinese-led drills were organized last year under the BRICS bloc of developing nations and South Africa's armed forces said they will bring members of the bloc together to practice maritime safety and anti-piracy operations and “deepen cooperation.” China, Russia and South Africa are longtime members of BRICS, while Iran joined the group in 2024. It was not immediately clear if other countries from the BRICS group — which also includes Brazil, India and the United Arab Emirates among others — would take part in the drills. A spokesperson for the South African armed forces said he wasn't yet able to confirm all the countries participating in the drills, which are due to run until next Friday. Chinese, Russian and Iranian ships have been seen moving into and out ...

 Sudan war: Army says it inflicts heavy losses on RSF in Darfur, Kordofan Sudan’s army on Friday said that it inflicted heavy losses on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) during a series of air and ground operations carried out over the past week in the Darfur and Kordofan regions. In a statement, the military said its forces conducted strikes against RSF positions, destroying around 240 combat vehicles and killing hundreds of fighters, Anadolu Agency reported. The army said the operations also targeted what it described as RSF logistical and operational facilities, including drone-related sites and storage areas, as well as locations at Nyala Airport in South Darfur. It added that ground forces had succeeded in pushing RSF fighters out of wide areas in both Darfur and Kordofan, and that operations were ongoing to pursue remaining elements. Civilians displaced Fighting has intensified in recent weeks across Sudan’s three Kordofan states – North, West and South – where clashes between t...

 Brazilian DJ and reality star Maycon Douglas, 26, was found dead on January 7 on a beach in Nazaré, Portugal, one week after he went missing on New Year's Eve. Maycon was last seen DJing at a bar before leaving in the early morning hours of December 31. His car was later found by rescue teams underwater near the São Miguel Arcanjo lighthouse. Maycon had lived in Portugal since childhood and gained recognition appearing on the Portuguese reality show "Secret Story." He had nearly 50,000 followers on Instagram where he shared his work as a DJ and performer. His girlfriend Raquel Coelho paid tribute on social media, expressing her love and grief. Portuguese authorities have stated that no criminal activity is suspected. Additional examinations are being conducted to determine the exact circumstances.

 British media personality Katie Price, 46, and boyfriend JJ Slater, 32, have reportedly ended their two-year relationship, with JJ returning to his home in Essex. Sources say Price has been focusing on spending time with her children during this period. Her son Junior Andre reassured fans that his mother is doing well, describing her as loving and strong. The couple had previously addressed relationship rumors throughout 2025, with Katie stating in December that they were still together but keeping certain aspects of their relationship private. They spent the holidays together with family.Katie and JJ began dating in early 2024 after connecting on social media. They officially confirmed their romance in February 2024. Katie had previously described JJ as calm and kind, saying their relationship was exactly what she needed.JJ is a reality star who appeared on Married At First Sight UK in 2023 and owns a streetwear brand.