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Clintons agree to testify in House investigation into Epstein  Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee in its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, ending a months-long standoff with the panel’s Republican chairman, James Comer. The move comes just days before the House was expected to vote on holding the Clintons in criminal contempt of Congress. The Clintons had previously resisted subpoenas, calling them legally unenforceable and accusing Comer of using the investigation as a political attack. But after some Democrats on the committee joined Republicans in recommending contempt charges, the couple agreed to comply. Attorneys for the Clintons confirmed Monday that they would appear for depositions on mutually agreed-upon dates and asked that the House cancel the scheduled contempt vote. Under the agreement, Bill Clinton’s testimony will have no time limit and will cover all topics the committee deems relevant, including his personal rela...

 The Anambra State Chairman of APGA or any other officer of the party lacks the authority to  endorse an aspirant for an election without undergoing a credible and transparent primary election- Mazi Ejimofor Opara(National Publicity Secretary of APGA) National Publicity Secretary of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA)Mazi Ejimofor Opara has nullified  the endorsement of the Mayor Idemili-South, Amaka Obi, by the Anambra state Chairman of APGA. Apart from some video of the endorsement circulating on social media, the mayor of Idemili-South, Hon. Amaka Obi had early appreciated the Anambra State Chairman of APGA on her official Facebook page, where she thanked him and some other party members for donating a some of 5million for her reelection. In another statement release the national publicity secretary of APGA, it was stated that the endorsement is not authorized. Below is the official press release by APGA national Publicity Secretary.   PUBLIC DISCLAIMER!! The a...

 NAPTIP raids Onitsha hotel, arrests 4 suspected traffickers, rescues 17 victims The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has arrested four suspected human traffickers and rescued 17 alleged victims during a raid on a popular hotel in Onitsha, Anambra State. The operation, carried out around the 33 Area of the commercial city, was conducted with the support of the military, NAPTIP said in a statement on Monday. The agency stated that two additional suspects allegedly involved in child trafficking and the buying and selling of babies within the South-East were also apprehended during the coordinated operation. NAPTIP disclosed that four of the rescued victims tested positive for HIV and are currently receiving counselling and care from the agency’s caregivers in collaboration with volunteers from the Anambra State AIDS Control Agency. The agency said the raid followed credible intelligence from a non-state actor in Anambra State, which indicated tha...

 The South East lost a lot of money because of the lockdown we experienced, crippling our economy is not the best way to get Biafra- Major of Afrika( member Igbo Integration Movement) The pioneer of African Epistemology, and member of the Igbo Integration Movement, Known as Majorofafrika on social media has strongly criticized the Lockdown(sit at home) pattern embraced by ndi igbo. He noted this while reacting to a question about IPOB on Gbam special edition, he stated that the lock down instituted by IPOB affected the economy of the South East so much that so many businesses were crippled including his own and caused the ndi Igbo to lose millions of Naira.    He argued that while so many might be sympathizing with the activities of IPOB, that crippling the economy cannot get ndi Igbo Biafra, that getting Biafra can only come when there is a referendum organized by the federal government in Abuja. He further asked ndi igbo to seek more of inclusive government rather than ...

 We call on Governor Soludo to construct an Olympic size stadium in Awka and deliver more projects in youth development through sport- Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Anambra Chapter The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Anambra Chapter, has urged Gov. Chukwuma Soludo to construct an Olympic-standard stadium to boost sports development in the state. The association made the call in a communiqué signed by its Chairman, Mr Chimezie Anaso, and Secretary, Mr Uche Ndeke, and issued on Tuesday in Awka. SWAN also urged the governor to reposition the sports sector and review reward systems for athletes, saying the measures would encourage increased youth participation in sports as a means of empowerment. The association commended Soludo for his investments in sports development and the establishment of Solution Football Club. It, however, stressed the need for the state government to improve the club’s visibility, acceptability and marketability. While congratulat...

Panic was averted at the United Evangelical Church, Ehere/Umuola, Ogbor Hill, Aba, Abia State, after a suspected bomb was discovered within the church premises, an incident that could have claimed over 100 lives. Eyewitnesses stated that church members were digging around the parsonage to erect a new fence, following ongoing road expansion by the state government, when they unearthed a large metal object buried underground.  Unaware of its nature, one of the workers reportedly moved the object close to a nearby borehole before the resident priest suspected it could be an explosive device and immediately warned everyone to stay away. The priest promptly alerted a military unit in Aba, leading to the deployment of soldiers who evacuated the object from the premises. Sympathizers and residents who gathered at the scene expressed gratitude that the object did not explode, noting that the area is usually crowded with traders and passersby and that an explosion could have caused massive ...

 MAKOKO INTERVENTION CARRIED OUT FOR SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL, REDEVELOPMENT POLICY – LASG   •Says govt set aside $2 million since 2021 for redevelopment of Makoko waterfront     The Lagos State Government on Monday declared that the recent demolitions in Makoko were part of a broader, statewide safety and environmental policy aimed at preventing disasters linked to unsafe settlements, fire outbreaks, and high-risk infrastructure locations.   The State Government made the declaration during a press conference by the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on eGIS and Urban Development, Dr. Olajide Babatunde, at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa.   Dr. Babatunde, flanked by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, and Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, and other state officials, said Lagos State’s intervention in Makoko was driven primarily by the need to protect lives, particularl...

 Senate Confirms Oyewole As Supreme Court Justice  The Senate has confirmed Hon. Justice Joseph Olubunmi Kayode Oyewole, JCA, as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. The confirmation on Tuesday was a sequel to the presentation and consideration of the report of the Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights & Legal Matters by the Chairman of the Committee, Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire, APC, Ondo Central. In his presentation, Senator Adegbonmire said, “That the Senate do Receive and Consider the Report of the Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights & Legal Matters on the confirmation of the nomination of Hon. Justice Joseph Olubunmi Kayode Oyewole, JCA, as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.” Recall that President Bola Tinubu had last week Tuesday written the Senate, seeking for the confirmation of Justice Oyewole as Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, read Tinubu’s letter. The letter read, “Pursuant to Section ...

 PRESS RELEASE  FG, Stakeholders Drives Global Initiative to Turn African Research into Health, Economic Solutions Abuja — The Federal Government of Nigeria, working with global and local partners, has intensified efforts to strengthen translational research across Africa, emphasising  that the continent must urgently shift from being a source of extracted data to a driver of scientific innovation, health solutions and economic growth. The call was made by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate CON, at the SPARK Translational Research Boot Camp and Conference 2026, held Monday in Abuja. The event was jointly convened by the Nigeria Institute of Pharmaceutical Research & Development NIPRD; SPARK Global in Stanford University & the Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain PVAC, a programme office of the Federal Ministry of Health & Social Welfare. Delivering the keynote address, Pate commended ...

 FMINO PRESS RELEASE Niger State @ 50: Renewing Hope for a Stronger Future Fifty years is more than a milestone. It is a testament to resilience, shared sacrifice, and the enduring hope of a people committed to progress. As Niger State marks its golden jubilee, we celebrate not just the passage of time but the collective journey of our people, our achievements, our struggles, and the promise that lies ahead. Created in 1976 alongside Imo, Benue, Ogun, Ondo and Osun states, Niger state, proudly known as The Power State, occupies a unique place in Nigeria’s story. As the largest state in Nigeria by landmass, contributing a large portion of the geography that constitutes the present Federal Capital Territory, Niger State is blessed with vast arable land. It is home to critical hydroelectric assets, such as the Kainji, Jebba, and Shiroro Dams, which are tied to our national development, powering industries, supporting agriculture, and sustaining livelihoods across the country. Like man...

 BENUE DECLARES LASSA FEVER OUTBREAK AS SUSPECTED CASES RISE TO 56, 3 DEAD  Benue State has officially declared an outbreak of Lassa fever following a rise in suspected cases across the state. The Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr Paul Ogwuche, announced the development on Tuesday in Makurdi, saying that 56 suspected cases of the disease have so far been recorded. According to him, eight cases have been laboratory confirmed, with three deaths recorded among confirmed patients, while one additional probable death is currently under investigation. Dr Ogwuche described the situation as a major public health concern, noting the high case fatality rate among confirmed cases. He disclosed that the outbreak has also affected frontline health workers, revealing that four healthcare professionals three nurses and one community health worker, have been infected in the course of their duties. The commissioner also paid tribute to a Benue-born medical doctor who recently died...

 KOGI GOVT ORDERS IMMEDIATE CLOSURE OF ALL SCHOOLS IN YAGBA WEST  3rd February, 2026     The Kogi State Government has ordered the immediate closure of all public and private schools in Yagba West Local Government Area. The directive, which takes effect from Wednesday, February 4, 2026, was issued through an Executive Order from the Governor’s Office and communicated by the state Ministry of Education. According to the order, all affected schools are to remain shut until further notice. The government also issued a stern warning to private school operators, stressing that any school found violating the directive will be sealed without delay. The development was confirmed by the Yagba West Education Secretary, Mr. Ogunjobi J. Michael, who urged school administrators to comply fully with the directive. No reason was immediately given for the closure.

 FIRE DESTROYS HOMES IN HIGH-LEVEL MAKURDI, BENUE, LEAVES FAMILIES HOMELESS  3rd February, 2026    Earlier today, a fire swept through homes at 13th Avenue, Iorkyaa Ako Street, High-Level Mkd in Benue State, leaving several families homeless. The cause of the blaze is yet unknown. Neighbours say there was no cooking or electricity at the time the fire broke out. A mother of three lost her room completely, while a husband and wife living next door also had their home destroyed, losing all their belongings. The victims are now without shelter or basic necessities. Authorities and members of the public are urged to step in. Temporary accommodation or any form of assistance will provide much-needed relief to the affected families. The fire has left the people in shock, highlighting the urgent need for support and intervention.

 SUSPECTED ONLINE CAR DEALER ARRESTED IN ADIKPO OVER N7.8 MILLION FRAUD  3rd February, 2026     Operatives of the Benue State Police Command have arrested a man, Andrew Agema Akaanan, also known online as Wave Agm, over allegations of defrauding a woman of N7.8 million in a fake car sale. The victim reportedly contacted Agema via Facebook to buy a 2012 Toyota Corolla. Trusting him as a legitimate car dealer, she transferred the full amount to his account. Agema later claimed he had travelled to Minna to procure the vehicle, but two days after the payment, he became unreachable. A Facebook user D’nkaked Elder Sughnen intervened, contacting the suspect to either deliver the car or return the money. When the suspect refused, the matter was formally reported to the Benue State Police Command. Police tracking led to Agema’s arrest in Adikpo. He is now assisting investigators with the ongoing probe. The incident underscores the dangers of online transactions without p...

Legendary gospel singer and song writer Ron Kenoly is dead.  He died this morning at the age of 81 according to his music director Bruno Miranda. I grew up listening to his high energy praise and worship songs. I'm still shaken by the news of his death. Rest in Power great worship leader. One more photo below. 

 Court Fixes April 30 for Ruling on Final Forfeiture of Property Owned by Former Acting AGF Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court, sitting in Maitama, Abuja has fixed April 30, 2026 for ruling on the application  filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  for final forfeiture of a property owned by the former Acting Accountant General of the Federation, Chukwunyere Anamekwe Nwabuoku.   At Tuesday’s proceedings, defence counsel, N.I Quakers, SAN,  informed the court of an application seeking the  setting aside of the interim forfeiture order which the court granted on January 27, 2025, and another a notice of preliminary objection, dated August 15, 2025 bordering on the jurisdiction of the court.  He prayed the court to discountenance the prosecution’s final forfeiture application on the ground that the said property is also part of the reason for which he is facing criminal trial in another court. He questioned the jurisdic...

 COAS DEEPENS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH NAFRC TO ADVANCE TROOPS’ WELFARE, POST-SERVICE EMPOWERMENT The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC), Lagos, as part of a broader effort to enhance troops’ welfare and prepare personnel for successful life after military service. The COAS gave the assurance on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, during a high-level engagement with the Commandant of NAFRC, Air Vice Marshal Nnaemeka Ilo, at the Army Headquarters, Abuja. He highlighted the importance of eliminating operational bottlenecks that hinder effective skills acquisition and post-service transition, noting that welfare support must extend beyond active service to ensure long-term stability and productivity for personnel. Lieutenant General Shaibu congratulated Air Vice Marshal Ilo on his appointment and highlighted the strategic...

 Case against Ugandan man charged with "aggravated homosexuality" dropped, lawyer says A Ugandan court on Monday dropped a case against the first man in the country to be charged with "aggravated homosexuality", which carries the death penalty under an anti-gay law, his lawyer told Reuters. The East African country enacted the Anti-Homosexuality Act in 2023, defying pressure from Western governments as well as local and international rights groups. Described as one of the world's harshest laws targeting the LGBT community, it carries a sentence of life in prison for same-sex intercourse and imposes the death penalty in cases deemed "aggravated". That categorisation includes repeat offences, gay sex that transmits terminal illness, or same-sex intercourse with a minor, an elderly person or a person with disabilities. The then 20-year-old man from Soroti in northeastern Uganda spent nearly a year on remand after he was detained in August 2023 and charged...

 Houses Burnt, Community Leaders Injured As Youth Clashes Rock Kaduna Settlement At least two houses were set ablaze and several prominent community leaders injured following violent clashes between youths in Mishigi settlement, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Residents told Daily Trust that the violence, which began on Sunday and continued into Monday morning, was sparked by a dispute over sand-mining activities. A local leader, Malam Ahmad Mishigi, explained that the conflict was mainly between youths from Unguwar Mishigi and Unguwar Kudu, originating from disagreements at sand-mining sites. “The conflict started as a dispute over livelihoods at the sand-mining area. Although there were previous disagreements last year, tensions have now escalated into full-blown clashes between the neighborhoods,” he said. Ahmad added that the situation intensified on Sunday, forcing residents to flee. “I was advised not to return home because fighting had broken out. The violence r...

 ICPC Operatives Reportedly Arrest Former NIMASA DG Bashir Jamoh In Kaduna Operatives of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) have arrested and detained Dr. Bashir Jamoh, the former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). According to Sahara Reporters, Jamoh was reportedly intercepted by armed ICPC operatives in Kaduna State on Monday while returning from a court engagement. Sources said officials subsequently searched his residence before taking him to Abuja for interrogation. The arrest follows a N300 billion corruption petition filed against him in May 2025 by a coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and the Conference of Nigerian Political Parties (CNPP).  The petition alleged widespread financial irregularities during his 2020–2024 tenure, including the leasing of speedboats at inflated costs and the unauthorized recruitment of over 500 individuals. Investigators are reportedly...

 Kiefer Sutherland's case paused as DA orders further investigation into alleged ride-share altercation The investigation into actor Kiefer Sutherland remains ongoing after his arrest last month on suspicion of making felony criminal threats, and prosecutors have not yet decided whether to file charges, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office said Monday. Sutherland had been scheduled to appear in court in Los Angeles, but that appearance was postponed after prosecutors sent the case back to police for additional investigation. Authorities said the review is still active and no final determination has been made. Sutherland was arrested on Jan. 12 after police responded to a report of an alleged altercation involving a ride-share driver near the intersection of Sunset Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue in Los Angeles. He was taken into custody and later released after posting $50,000 bond, according to jail records. Law enforcement officials said the driver claimed Sutherland pu...

 NFL to review Giants co-owner Steve Tisch’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein   The NFL said it will review New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein after his name appeared more than 400 times in documents released by the U.S. Justice Department. “Absolutely, we will look at all the facts,” Commissioner Roger Goodell said Monday. “We’ll examine the context, understand the details, and determine how it relates to the league’s personal conduct policy. We’ll take it one step at a time and get the facts first.” Tisch, 76, acknowledged last week that he knew Epstein and that they “exchanged emails about adult women” and discussed movies, philanthropy, and investments. He denied ever visiting Epstein’s private island and was never charged in the investigation. Epstein died by suicide in a New York jail cell in August 2019, a month after being indicted on federal sex trafficking charges. The documents were released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, a l...

 Musk merges rocket and AI ventures into one company ahead of anticipated IPO  Elon Musk is combining his space exploration and artificial intelligence ventures into a single company as he prepares for a major initial public offering later this year. SpaceX announced Monday that it had acquired Musk’s AI company xAI, merging several of his ventures, including the AI chatbot Grok, the satellite internet provider Starlink, and his social media platform X. The consolidation is part of Musk’s strategy to dominate both the rocket and AI industries. Musk has long emphasized the potential of running AI operations from space, arguing that space-based data centers could overcome Earth-based costs for electricity and infrastructure. “In the long term, space-based AI is obviously the only way to scale,” Musk said in the announcement, adding, “It’s always sunny in space!” He predicts that within two to three years, the lowest-cost way to generate AI computing will be in orbit. The idea ha...

 Chuck Negron of Three Dog Night, voice behind ‘Joy to the World,’ dies at 83  Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose powerful, soulful lead vocals helped define one of the most successful rock bands of the late 1960s and early 1970s, died Monday at the age of 83. Negron’s voice was central to a remarkable run of hit songs that included “Joy to the World,” “One,” “An Old Fashioned Love Song,” “Easy to Be Hard,” and “The Show Must Go On,” helping propel the group to the top tier of American rock music during its peak years. Negron died at his home in the Studio City neighborhood of Los Angeles after suffering complications related to heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. His passing marked the loss of one of the era’s most recognizable voices, a singer whose emotional delivery and range became a defining element of Three Dog Night’s sound as the band blended rock, R&B, pop, and doo wop influences into a string of chart-topping singles. F...

 Haitians secure temporary halt to Trump's plan ending their protected status A federal judge ruled Monday evening that more than 500,000 Haitian refugees living in the U.S. under Temporary Protected Status (TPS) can remain in the country and continue working. The decision also preserves protections for those with pending TPS applications, shielding them from deportation and allowing them to maintain work authorization. TPS provides temporary refuge for people fleeing crisis, and Haitian immigrants were set to lose their status Tuesday despite ongoing violence and instability in their home country. Haitians have been repeatedly granted TPS since the program was first extended following the 2010 earthquake, which killed more than 220,000 people. Recent reports cite that gangs now control much of Haiti’s capital and that the country saw over 5,600 killings in 2024 alone. The State Department currently advises Americans not to travel to Haiti due to widespread violence, civil unrest, ...

 Kelly Clarkson to end daytime talk show after seventh season Singer Kelly Clarkson has announced that her daytime talk show will conclude after its seventh season. The news was shared by Clarkson on social media on Monday, with NBCUniversal confirming the decision the same day. Clarkson reflected on her time hosting The Kelly Clarkson Show, saying, “I have been extremely fortunate to work with such an outstanding group of people at TKCS, both in Los Angeles and New York. There have been so many amazing moments and shows over these seven seasons. I am forever grateful and honored to have worked alongside the greatest band and crew, all the talent and inspiring people who have shared their time and lives with us, all the fans who have supported our show, and to NBC for always being such a supportive and incredible partner.” She explained that stepping away from the daily schedule will allow her to prioritize her children. “This isn’t goodbye. I’ll still be making music, playing show...

 Community members confront elderly man and younger man after they were filmed getting intimate.  A video of the elderly man k!ssing the younger man on the mouth was seen by community members and they confronted them. The elderly man is seen denying that anything occurred between them. The younger man, who seemed really afraid, was questioned afterwards by men holding cane. They threatened to flog him if he didn't speak the truth. Speaking, the younger man said he was at work, where he's learning a skill, and the elder man called him on the phone that he wanted to see him. He said he went to the man's house and claimed it was his first time of ever meeting the man. He said the man gave him rice and yam.  Those questioning him asked the younger man what he did with the older man, and he replied, "he and I did h0mo." He was asked to repeat it. "What did you do with him?" the voices asked. "We did h0mo," the young man replied. The confrontation to...