House Launches Fubara Impeachment + Chimamanda Loses Son + Oyo Cross Border Bandits Kill 5

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:38:59 +0000

In breaking news, renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband Dr. Ivara Esege are in mourning following the devastating passing of their 21-month-old twin son, Nkanu Nnamdi, after a brief illness.

In another development, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike escalated his political feud with Governor Sim Fubara by labeling him a "bad child" and confidently predicting a clean sweep for his coalition in the 2027 elections during a multi-city tour of Rivers State.

In more breaking news from Rivers State, the House of Assembly began impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, over allegations of gross misconduct.

Meanwhile, FCT Police are investigating a surge in "one chance" criminal operations following the tragic discoveries of the bodies of nurse Chinemerem Chukwumeziem and former NBA Treasurer Princess Mediatrix along Abuja expressways.

Still in Abuja, Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed declared his interest in running for President in 2027, stating at a Labour Party rally that he is entering the race because Nigeria is in urgent need of help.

In another development from Oyo State, fear gripped communities in the Orire Local Government Area after unidentified gunmen attacked the National Park Service, leaving five people dead and several others injured.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde responded to the killings, confirming that this was a ‘cross border attack’, originating from outside the state.

In Lagos, the State Taskforce arrested 32 "Omotaku" suspects in a coordinated effort to restore order to the roads, though the operation has sparked a debate online regarding officials’ treatment of minors.

Finally, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu showed off his signature dance moves at the Lens for Good 2026 Storytellers' Conference at the National Theatre in Lagos.

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