Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has bluntly told Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed to stop blaming him for political crises and focus on resolving his own challenges.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has withdrawn all pending defamation suits against individuals, saying a New Year Mass message on forgiveness and reconciliation influenced his decision.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved clemency for 77 inmates across correctional facilities in the state, granting releases and sentence reductions as part of the January 1, 2026 New Year gesture.
Nigeria marked a symbolic start to 2026 as the First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, unveiled the nation’s first baby of the year at the Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, presenting an official birth certificate and gifts to the newborn.
President Bola Tinubu has pledged an economy rebirth in 2026, promising deeper reforms, lower inflation, stronger growth, and inclusive development that benefits every Nigerian household.