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According to report by The Nation on Thursday, January 22, 2026, former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has weighed in on the lingering political crisis in Rivers State, offering his thoughts on how the rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, can be resolved.

The governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has claimed that those criticising his government are intimidated by his administration.

Deji Adeleke, father of Nigerian afrobeat singer, Davido Adeleke (Davido), has stepped in on the paternity allegation against his son as he released the result of the DNA conducted on the singer and his alleged daughter simply identified as Anuoluwapo.

The Niger Delta Progressive Youths Leadership Foundation (NDPYLF), Rivers State Chapter, has issued a seven-day ultimatum to Rivers State lawmakers led by the Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule, demanding a public account of an alleged ₦350 million received in 2025 for constituency projects.

  The Udumeze Ohafia Ancient Kingdom and the Council of Ohafia Monarchs have nullified the proclamation by a youth group, Ohafia Youths Association Inc., which declared Senator Orji Uzor Kalu “Persona Non Grata” in Ohafia communities.

  Eleven suspects linked to the murder of Arise News journalist, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, and a security guard, Barnabas Danlami, were on Wednesday arraigned before a Federal Capital Territory court.

  The General Secretary of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Mr. Maobuye Obu, has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of orchestrating the political instability in Rivers State by using “two playbooks” to manage the conflict.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the appointment of Mr Sani Musa Daura as his Senior Special Assistant on Protocol Matters.

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday issued a bench warrant for the arrest of four suspects linked to notorious terrorist kingpin Bello Turji after they failed to appear in court to stand trial.

  Pastor Nathaniel Bassey has issued a stern warning to married men who deceive young girls, lead them on, and even sl££p with them. During a powerful prayer session, he emphasized that anyone caught in such acts this year will face severe consequences.

  Beninese-American Actor Djimon Hounsou reportedly told Atlanta police that his ex-girlfriend, Riza Simpson, struck him in the face with a closed fist after he asked her to leave his Atlanta townhouse. The couple share two children, and Hounsou said the kids were upstairs during the incident.

  The Nigeria Police have admitted that worshippers were abd¥cted during an att+ck on three churches in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, reversing an earlier denial.

  Five Nigerian soldiers were k+lled on Tuesday after a b@mber drove an explosive-laden vehicle into a military convoy in the Timbuktu Triangle area of Borno State, security sources confirmed.

Former Lagos State Governor and immediate past Minister of Works, Babatunde Fashola, has dismissed claims that he holds dual citizenship, insisting that he is Nigerian by choice, conviction and identity.

  The All Progressives Congress (APC) Policy Denying Automatic Tickets To Elected Office Holders May Have Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, As One Of Its Main Targets Ahead Of Future Elections.

According to our reporter, Maobuye Obu, Ijaw Youth Council General Secretary, highlighted on Channels TV that the Rivers State Chief Judge, central to impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara, was appointed by former governor Nyesom Wike not Fubara himself. 

The legal battle over who controls Rivers State has taken a new turn as lawyers warn against “shortcut” tactics. Victor Giwa, a popular human rights lawyer, has told the Martins Amaewhule-led lawmakers that they cannot sit in a hotel to serve Governor Siminalayi Fubara an impeachment notice.

Barrister Ozor Nnadiume, a constitutional lawyer, has stated that Governor Siminalayi Fubara has gained a major political advantage amid his conflict with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike

Several reactions have trailed the number of women leaders who attended the meeting that was organized for the governor of Rivers state, Siminalayi Fubara.

Opral Benson, the Iya Oge of Lagos who was earlier declared missing, has reportedly been found in Liberia.

A lawyer and rights advocate, Victor Giwa, has weighed in on the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, clarifying the constitutional framework guiding the process against Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

  Denge Josef Onoh, a former presidential spokesman from the South-East, has directed the All Progressives Congress (APC) to immediately suspend all of its lawmakers in Rivers State who are reportedly plotting to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, according to a report that was published by Daily Post on Monday, January 19, 2026.

The National Secretary of the All Progressive Congress, APC, Felix Morka has stated that he has not released any statement expressing the position of APC in Rivers state.

Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Rivers State, Chief Tony Okocha, has formally flagged off the party’s electronic registration (e-registration) exercise.

Ijaw leader Anabs Sara-Igbe has accused FCT Minister Nyesom Wike of trying to sabotage Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s public support by discouraging people from welcoming him back to Port Harcourt after the emergency rule period.

ACCORDING TO OUR REPORTER Political scientist Olalekan Anjolaiya has declared that FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has trapped himself in the escalating Rivers State political crisis. A detailed analysis of the Rivers political crisis and power shifts in Nigeria has been published on NewsVista.

Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has been taken into custody by the Department of State Services, DSS.

Orange reported that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State voiced worry about efforts to impeach Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Deputy Governor Prof. Ngozi Ordu on Sunday, January 18, 2026.

President Bola Tinubu conferred the renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist Sir Gilbert Chagoury with the honourary title of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON).

Senator Olaka Nwogu has stated that he was present at the peace meeting where Governor Siminalayi Fubara agreed not to seek re-election in 2027

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has further solidified his standing within the All Progressives Congress (APC) by joining a powerhouse committee focused on party reconciliation and growth.

Senator Shehu Sani, former representative of the Kaduna Central Senatorial District, has warned those currently in government against attacking or suppressing activist Omoyele Sowore, stressing that power is temporary and those criticizing him today will need him when they’re out of power.

The father of the prime suspect in the Dorayi Chiranchi k-llings in Kano has urged authorities to quickly punish his son, Umar Auwal, without delay. Umar is accused of k+lling his aunt, Fatima Abubakar, and her six children at their home in Dorayi Gidan Kwari, sparking widespread outrage.

  The All Progressives Congress, APC, in Rivers State has asked the National Publicity Secretary of the party to resign from the position immediately.

Rufai Oseni, The Arise News TV Anchor, Has Cautioned President Bola Tinubu Against Allowing The Planned Impeachment Of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara To Proceed.

  The All Progressives Congress (APC) has distanced itself from reports suggesting that the party asked the Chief Justice to comply with a court order seeking the suspension of impeachment proceedings against Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

  According to tradition, Dr. Larry Azunda Nsirim, son of the late king, has been installed as the new Paramount Ruler of Rumueme Kingdom.

  A tense confrontation captured on video has sparked public outrage after a woman was accused of k+lling two people during a domestic altercation in Sokoto State.

  The United States relied on information and reports from Emeka Umeagbalasi, a screwdriver trader in Onitsha, Anambra state, to launch air strikes in Nigeria, according to a report by the New York Times.

Plans for a proposed alliance between the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, and a former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso, ahead of the 2027 presidential election have reached an advanced stage.

The Director of News at Television Continental (TVC), Babajide Otitoju, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not allow the political tension in Rivers State to persist, following his return to the country.

Abba Atiku Abubakar, Son Of Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Has Been Expelled From A Political Support Group Following His Defection To The All Progressives Congress (APC).

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested long-wanted dr¥g kingpin Lekan Jimoh, also known as “Kanmo-Kanmo,” 12 years after his alleged involvement in the k+lling of three NDLEA officers. Jimoh was arrested on Friday, January 16, 2026, in Owode town, Ogun State, following intelligence-led operations by NDLEA tactical teams.

A political strategist and Convener of the Game Changer Group, Bolaji Rilwan Raji, has attributed the rise and dominance of cabals in government to how leaders understand and manage power, saying unchecked delegation often creates shadow centres of authority that undermine governance.

The 36 State Governors And Nyesom Wike, The Minister Of The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Are Currently Facing A Major Legal Battle Over Their Handling Of Public Funds.

A social commentator and media personality popularly known as SEGA L’éveilleur has argued that Governor Siminalayi Fubara ’s frequent attempts to assert himself as the ‘supreme leader’ of Rivers State have proven his lack of authority over the state. Registered as @segalink on X...

Constitutional attorney Kabir Akingbolu recently spoke with TVC News and discussed Nigeria’s impeachment culture in relation to the Rivers State issue, along with earlier instances of legislative authority being abused.

One more to go!!! Ibrahim Yar’Adua, son of Nigeria’s late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, has married Faiza as his third wife..

The Nigeria Police Force has denounced what it termed a reckless and hazardous act by a 19-year-old driver, who allegedly endangered lives, injured police officers, and caused significant property damage while trying to evade arrest.

Founder of Isaac Oyedepo Evangelistic Ministries (IOEM), Pastor Isaac Oyedepo, has reiterated that the core mandate of his ministry is to make disciples of all nations.