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FG Budgets N4.8bn To Monitor WhatsApp, Satellite Phones

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The federal government has earmarked N4.8 billion for the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) to monitor WhatsApp, an encrypted messaging application, and Thuraya, a satellite telephone.

According to The Cable, the provision is contained in the supplementary 2021 budget passed by the national assembly.

On Wednesday, the national assembly approved the sum of N982 billion as the supplementary budget for 2021. While N123 billion was approved for recurrent (non-debt) expenditure, N895 billion was earmarked for capital expenditure.

The budget is meant to boost military operations and facilitate the procurement of the COVID-19 vaccine.

The line items of the budget showed that police “commands and formation” got N33.6 billion for a number of projects, including the fumigation of 19 training institutes at N200 million.

While N936 million was earmarked for the police for the purchase of uniforms and kits, N910 million was voted for allowances and salaries of trainees.

Under the ministry of defence, N1.6 billion was set aside for an “additional 2,700 troops”. The army got N675 million for operation allowance for the troops.

The Nigeria Air Force got a total sum of N239 billion, of which N266 million was budgeted for small arms and ammunition, N1.5 billion for the upgrade of barracks “through direct labour” and N84 billion for the payment of “defence equipment”.

The Department of State Services (DSS) got a total of N17.5 billion for the purchase of vehicles, arms and upgrading of its six training institutes across the country, among other line items.

Under health, the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) got N1.6 billion for a “treatment programme”.

While N20.6 billion was voted for the “delivery” of vaccines to every ward/primary health centre, N60.7 billion was earmarked for the purchase of COVID vaccines.

The sum of N6.7 billion was earmarked for the procurement and installation of oxygen plants nationwide.

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Renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr Ivara Esege, have lost one of their twin sons, Nkanu Nnamdi.

According to a statement issued on Thursday by Omawumi Ogbe, on behalf of the family, the 21-month-old baby passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, after a brief illness.

The statement said the family is devastated by the loss and requested that their privacy be respected during this difficult time.

The statement reads, “We’re deeply saddened to confirm the passing of one of Ms Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Dr Ivara Esege’s twin boys, Nkanu Nnamdi, who passed on Wednesday, 7th of January 2026, after a brief illness. He was 21 months old.

“The family is devastated by this profound loss, and we request that their privacy be respected during this incredibly difficult time.

“We ask for your grace and prayers as they mourn in private.

“No further statements will be made, and we thank the public and the media for respecting their need for seclusion during this period of immense grief.”

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BREAKING: Rivers Assembly Begins Impeachment Proceedings Against Fubara

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The Rivers State House of Assembly has begun impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Oduh.

During plenary presided over by the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, according to a live broadcast on Channels Television on Thursday, the Majority Leader, Major Jack, read out the notice of allegations and gross misconduct against Fubara.

Twenty-six members of the Rivers State House of Assembly signed the notice, which they alleged was against the Nigerian Constitution.

Amaewhule said the notice will be served to Fubara in the next seven days.

The Deputy Majority Leader of the House, Linda Stewart, also read out the notice of allegations and gross misconduct against Oduh.

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From Harvard With Love: Why Ijebuland Is Blessed With A Strong Choice

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Education has long been one of the defining strengths of the Awùjalẹ̀ institution in Ijebuland. The immediate past Awùjalẹ̀, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, was widely respected not only for the length of his reign but also for his intellectual depth, discipline, and exposure.

His solid formal education and broad worldview shaped a reign marked by courage, clarity, and principled leadership. Under him, Ijebuland benefited from a ruler who could engage confidently with governments, institutions, and global audiences while remaining firmly rooted in tradition. It is therefore unsurprising that education remains a central consideration as conversations continue about the next Awùjalẹ̀.

Within this context, Omoọba Abímbọ́lá Onabanjo’s educational background has drawn considerable attention. He holds a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Banking and Finance from Lagos State University, a discipline that provided him with strong foundations in economics, financial systems, and organizational discipline.

Beyond this, he pursued advanced executive education at some of the world’s most respected institutions, including Harvard Business School, the Wharton School, and Columbia Business School, where he refined his understanding of leadership, international strategy, corporate governance, and global capital markets. This level of exposure places him firmly within the long-standing tradition of educated Ijebu leadership.

Since discussions about the possible choice of Omoọba Abímbọ́lá Onabanjo began, many people have asked further questions about his pedigree and readiness. His people and those who know him well, including Mr. Rabiu Oliyide and Mrs. Olowolayemo Kowoti, consistently affirm that he is well qualified, not only on paper, but in conduct and character.

Omoọba Abímbọ́lá Onabanjo is deeply rooted in Ijebu royal heritage. His lineage carries a clear understanding that the Awùjalẹ̀ stool is not ornamental but sacred, an institution built on discipline, restraint, and lifelong service to the people. Those close to him often speak of his respect for tradition and his belief that kingship demands humility and moral authority. At a time when traditional institutions must consciously preserve their relevance, many see in him someone who understands both the weight of history and the responsibility of the future.

Age and maturity have also featured prominently in discussions. While leadership is not defined by age alone, Omoọba Abímbọ́lá Onabanjo is widely regarded as being at a stage of life marked by emotional balance, perspective, and readiness for responsibility. He represents a generation able to listen to elders while also understanding the realities of younger Ijebu sons and daughters, many of whom live and work beyond Nigeria’s borders. This balance is increasingly important for a kingdom whose influence now extends far beyond its geographical boundaries.

Beyond heritage and education, his record of leadership is already well established. As Chairman and Founder of Kleensteps Holdings, he oversees a diversified group operating across luxury services, security solutions, and strategic infrastructure development. His leadership philosophy emphasizes disciplined growth, strong governance, and sustainability, principles that align closely with the demands of traditional authority in a modern world.

Perhaps most compelling to many people in Ijebuland is his long history of quiet service. Long before his name was ever associated with the Awùjalẹ̀ stool, he had supported students struggling to remain in school, assisted widows and elderly people facing hardship, and contributed to community and youth initiatives. These acts were carried out without publicity or political ambition, reflecting a genuine commitment to the welfare of others.

Support for Omoọba Abímbọ́lá Onabanjo has not been driven by noise or lobbying. It has grown organically through shared experiences and long observation of his conduct. In him, many see a blend of sound education, echoing the intellectual tradition of past Awùjalẹ̀s, strong heritage, maturity, and compassion.

At this important moment in Ijebu history, it is understandable why so many believe Ijebuland is blessed to have such a thoughtful and well-prepared choice before it.