United Airlines Plane Loses Nose Wheel During Stormy Landing at Orlando Airport

A United Airlines Airbus A321neo suffered a frightening landing incident at Orlando International Airport after its nose wheel broke off during a stormy touchdown. The aircraft, operating as Flight 2323 from Chicago with about 200 passengers onboard, hit intense wind gusts and heavy rain, causing a hard landing that damaged the nose gear. Videos showed the jet bouncing and swerving on the wet runway as the wheel detached, forcing a temporary shutdown of airport runways. No injuries were reported, and passengers were safely evacuated. The FAA has launched an investigation as United withdrew the aircraft from service.

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Wedding Marathon in Abuja! Bello Matawalle’s 9 Children 5 Sons, 4 Daughters To Wed Same Day

It’s a full-blown wedding marathon in Abuja as former Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, prepares to give out nine of his children in one day. Invitation cards circulating online reveal that five sons and four daughters will tie the knot simultaneously on February 6 at the Abuja Central Mosque by 1:30pm. APC Zamfara spokesperson Yusuf Idris confirmed the plans, stating that preparations are in top gear for the historic same-day wedding ceremony, already sparking buzz and excitement on social media.


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Omo, gbe body oo! Former Rivers SSG, Tammy Danagogo, don ask police make dem shift him invitation. Na over alleged assassination plot against FCT Minister Nyesom Wike police wan question am. Letter from him lawyers talk say Danagogo dey out of town, so him no fit appear for January 15, dem beg make dem move am go January 26. Police dey investigate leaked audio wey dey link am with plan to hire Israeli people to kill Wike, plus approach Governor Fubara for funding. Meanwhile, Port Harcourt pastor, Dr. Tombari Gbeneol, don dey two weeks detention as police continue investigation. Police confirm say suspect dey custody, matter still dey under investigation.

Are Nigeria’s New Tax Laws Unconstitutional? Why a Lawyer Is Suing the Federal Government Over Multiple Budgets, Fiscal Transparency, and the 2026 Tax Reforms

Is Nigeria running its finances in violation of its own laws—and could the country’s new tax regime be declared unconstitutional? These are the questions now before the Federal High Court in Lagos following a landmark lawsuit filed by human rights lawyer, Mr. Tilewa Oyefeso.

Oyefeso has dragged the Federal Government, the Senate President, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the National Assembly, and the Attorney-General of the Federation to court, challenging what he describes as Nigeria’s “opaque and undisciplined fiscal regime.” At the heart of the case is the government’s practice of operating multiple federal budgets simultaneously and introducing new tax laws that he claims contradict both the Constitution and the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA) 2007.

According to the suit, the Federal Government has extended capital components of the 2024 Appropriation Act into 2025 and 2026 while the 2025 budget is already in force—effectively running overlapping budgets. Oyefeso is asking the court to determine whether this practice complies with Nigeria’s Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and the unified annual budgeting system mandated by fiscal law.

Why does this matter? The lawyer argues that overlapping budgets, supplementary appropriations, and extended capital projects undermine fiscal transparency, distort expenditure projections, and weaken the macroeconomic discipline the Fiscal Responsibility Act was designed to protect. He also accuses the government of failing to publish quarterly budget implementation reports within the legally required 30-day period—an omission he says makes it impossible for citizens to track public spending or hold authorities accountable.

But the lawsuit goes beyond budgets. Oyefeso is also challenging four major tax laws scheduled to take effect from January 1, 2026: the Nigeria Tax Act 2025, the Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act 2025, the Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act 2025, and the Nigeria Tax Administration Act 2025.

He contends that the new tax framework prioritises aggressive revenue generation without first ensuring compliance with constitutional limits on borrowing, deficit thresholds, fiscal accountability, and transparency. Citing Section 16 of the 1999 Constitution, which outlines Nigeria’s economic objectives, Oyefeso argues that fiscal and tax policies must promote social justice, equitable wealth distribution, macroeconomic stability, and the welfare of citizens—not merely expand government revenue.

One of his key claims is that the reforms ignore the Fiscal Responsibility Act’s requirement that fiscal deficits should not exceed three per cent of GDP unless expressly approved by the National Assembly. By allegedly sidestepping these safeguards, he says, the new tax laws form part of a broader unconstitutional fiscal structure.

Among the reliefs sought, Oyefeso is asking the court to declare the four tax laws unconstitutional, null, and void. He also wants an order of mandamus compelling the National Assembly to amend the Fiscal Responsibility Act to strengthen transparency, fiscal discipline, and prudent resource management. In addition, he seeks a perpetual injunction to halt the implementation of the new tax laws pending such amendments.

What could this mean for Nigeria’s economy and governance? If the court upholds his arguments, the ruling could upend Nigeria’s 2026 tax framework, force reforms to budgetary practices, and redefine how fiscal responsibility is enforced under the Constitution.

For now, the defendants have 30 days to respond, and the case is yet to be assigned to a judge. But the questions raised are already resonating nationwide: Is Nigeria violating its own fiscal laws? Are the new tax reforms legally sound? And will the courts finally impose transparency on how public funds are budgeted, spent, and taxed?

January 6 Was an ‘Attempted Coup’ by Trump to Overturn 2020 Election, Nancy Pelosi Says on Fifth Anniversary of U.S. Capitol Attack

Former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has described the January 6, 2021 attack on the United States Capitol as an “attempted coup” incited by then-President Donald Trump to overturn the results of the 2020 election. Marking the fifth anniversary of the attack in a statement posted on X, Pelosi said the violence was not a spontaneous event but the culmination of a deliberate campaign to undermine democratic institutions, the rule of law and the peaceful transfer of power. She recalled how lawmakers, staff, journalists and law enforcement officers were forced to flee as the Capitol was overrun, with many officers beaten and left physically and psychologically scarred. Pelosi warned against efforts to downplay or rewrite the events of January 6, criticized moves to pardon or glorify those involved, and urged Americans to remain vigilant in defending democracy, protecting voting rights and holding accountable anyone who seeks to place themselves above the Constitution.

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Terrorists Kill Two in Southern Kaduna, Abduct 32 Including Elderly Woman and Children in Fresh Wave of Attacks Across Sanga, Kauru, and Kajuru

At least two residents have been killed and 32 others abducted in a renewed wave of terrorist attacks across Southern Kaduna, with victims including an elderly woman, children, and other vulnerable villagers. In Arak village, Sanga Local Government Area, bandits returned barely 48 hours after killing a man and another resident, abducting Mrs. Averik Arak and her granddaughter. Mrs. Arak had been mourning her son—killed in her presence—along with his wife and daughter, and was reportedly ill when the attackers struck again.

Simultaneously, in Kajuru LGA, at least 15 villagers, mostly minors, were kidnapped from Unguwan Sarki Maro, while in Kadage village, Kauru LGA, 16 people were abducted and one person killed. A local source said more than 100 residents from seven surrounding villages in Kauru have been taken between December 1, 2025, and January 4, 2026, lamenting what he described as a media blackout on the escalating violence.

The latest incidents follow previous deadly attacks in Kachia, where four members of a family were killed during an overnight raid, and residents reported that gunmen arrived in large numbers, injuring others who were rushed to hospital. Despite repeated assaults near major institutions and security formations, no official statement had been issued by the Kaduna State Police at the time of reporting.

Southern Kaduna continues to face persistent banditry, killings, and mass kidnappings, prompting renewed calls from residents for stronger security measures by federal and state authorities to protect communities and curb the growing humanitarian crisis.

Police Arrest Port Harcourt Pastor Over Alleged Plot to Assassinate FCT Minister Wike, Hunt Underway for Ex-Rivers SSG

Security operatives from the Inspector-General of Police Intelligence Response Team (IRT) have detained Dr. Tombari Joseph Gbeneol, a medical doctor and pastor of Life Forte Chapel Church in Port Harcourt, over an alleged plan to assassinate FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.

The arrest followed the interception of a phone call between Gbeneol and former Rivers State Secretary to the Government (SSG), Dr. Tammy Danagogo, in which they allegedly discussed hiring Israeli nationals to carry out the assassination and seeking funding from Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

Police confirmed Gbeneol is in custody, with investigations ongoing. Authorities are still searching for Danagogo, who reportedly went underground after the plot was uncovered. Security sources described the case as a grave national security threat.

Nigerian Activist Agena Robert Warns ‘If U.S. Can Invade Venezuela, They Can Invade Nigeria,’ Criticizes Trump as Dictator

Nigerian human rights activist Agena A. Robert has condemned the United States over its actions against Venezuela, labeling Washington’s foreign policy as hypocritical, imperialistic, and a threat to global sovereignty.

In a statement titled “The Hypocrisy of Empire: Why the U.S. Assault on Venezuela Is a Threat to Us All,” Robert argued that U.S. claims of promoting democracy are a pretext for controlling Venezuela’s resources. He accused U.S. President Donald Trump of acting like a dictator and criticized double standards in international relations, including tolerance for elites and selective criminalization.

Robert warned that developing nations, including Nigeria, are at risk of foreign intervention disguised as benevolence, citing U.S., Israeli, Chinese, Russian, and European influence under various pretexts. He called for countries in the Global South to resist domination and uphold sovereignty, stressing that Venezuela’s experience should serve as a wake-up call.

The activist emphasized solidarity with Venezuela and the importance of defending self-determination against neocolonial exploitation.

Museveni Says Even Uganda Can Harm U.S. in Ground War, Cites Venezuela Crisis to Renew Call for Pan-African Security and Military Unity

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has stated that despite the United States’ overwhelming military dominance across sea, air, and space, it remains vulnerable in ground combat, arguing that even countries like Uganda could inflict damage in a close-range land confrontation. Museveni made the remarks while responding to questions on Pan-Africanism and lessons Africa can draw from Washington’s recent military intervention in Venezuela.

According to Museveni, U.S. military power lies in its ability to operate simultaneously across four domains—sea, air, space, and land—giving it a decisive advantage over many adversaries long before direct engagement. However, he noted that once operations shift to land, that advantage diminishes, exposing even powerful forces to harm.

He further explained that while the United States maintains surveillance and technological superiority even on land, weaker states remain strategically exposed across multiple fronts, highlighting a deep imbalance in global security. Museveni traced Africa’s vulnerability to the failure of post-independence leaders to pursue collective security and genuine Pan-African unity in the 1960s.

Citing the Venezuela crisis as a warning, Museveni concluded that Africa must urgently revive Pan-African cooperation, particularly in defence and security, to avoid remaining fragmented and strategically disadvantaged in an increasingly militarised world.

Peter Obi: The Man Who Taxed Poverty in Anambra

Dear Peter Obi,

Thank you for your thoughts on the Tax Reform Act, which came into force yesterday, which was New Year's Day. However, it seems you have forgotten the following historical facts.

While you were the Governor of Anambra, poverty increased in the state, yet you imposed new and heavy taxes on the people of Anambra.

Please fact-check me: The poverty rate in Anambra was 41.4% in 2003, before you, Obi took office, and rose to 53.7% by 2009, during your governorship, a 29.7% increase.

Yet, despite the rise in poverty under your watch as Governor, on Tuesday, June 11, 2013, you imposed new and heavy taxes on Anambra markets, prompting traders in the state to protest.

And again, please fact-check me.

When 600 traders from Eke Awka Market protested and filed an appeal against you, you insisted that they must pay your new, heavy taxes.

At that, they led another protest to the Anambra State House of Assembly, barricaded it, and prevented legislative business from proceeding.

And all this was happening while you, Peter, dishonestly hid your own money in tax havens, as shown in the Pandora Papers of the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists.

Therefore, I find it strange that you, who increased poverty in Anambra and also simultaneously increased taxes, are now accusing the Tinubu administration, which has added $57 billion to our economy, of taxing the poor.

And just so you know, your allegations show that you haven't read the new tax laws, because in those legislations, Nigerians earning less than ₦800,000 will not be taxed.

Meaning that under President Tinubu, those petty traders in Anambra that you taxed to near death would have a tax holiday.

So, please, Peter, reread your post, and direct it at yourself, because it is all about you, the man who taxed poverty in Anambra!

You were taxing poverty as Anambra Governor, but President Tinubu is tackling poverty as Nigeria's President.

~ Reno Omokri

Gospeller. Deep Thinker. #TableShaker. #1Bestselling author of Facts Versus Fiction: The True Story of the Jonathan Years. Hodophile. Hollywood Magazine Humanitarian of the Year, 2019. Business Insider Influencer of the Year 2022. 21st Most Talked About Person in Africa, 2024.

Ex-Employee Alleges Corruption and Harassment at Tinubu-Linked Alpha Beta Consulting

A former employee of Alpha Beta Consulting, reportedly linked to President Bola Tinubu, has accused the company of entrenched corruption, victimisation, and harassment after exposing alleged fraud. Comrade Segun Oluwasanmi claimed malpractice across HR, finance, and procurement, citing inflated contracts, preferential treatment, and erroneous payments to vendors.

Initially rewarded for uncovering irregularities, Oluwasanmi said trouble began after he accused the Chief Technology Officer of forging his signature. He alleged management pressured him to withdraw his resignation under unfair conditions and continued to humiliate him even after leaving. Oluwasanmi also claimed attempts were made to criminalise him over petitions he and colleagues filed, asserting that his actions were motivated by maintaining integrity and stopping financial malpractice.

Trump Bombs Farmlands in Sokoto, Tinubu Travels Abroad as Defence Minister Musa Goes Silent: A Scathing Review of Nigeria’s Security Crisis by Dr. Nasiru Aminu

In this hard-hitting opinion piece, Dr. Nasiru Aminu delivers a blistering critique of Nigeria’s leadership and security architecture following the controversial US airstrikes on Christmas night, which reportedly bombed farmlands in Sokoto rather than confirmed terrorist hideouts. He argues that the strikes were justified by former US President Donald Trump using claims of a “Christian genocide” in Nigeria—claims the author describes as exaggerated, misleading and rooted in Trump’s polarising, post-truth political style.

Dr. Aminu questions why Sokoto was targeted instead of known terror hotspots in the North-East, noting that no credible evidence has emerged to confirm that ISIS or other terrorists were neutralised. He criticises Trump for belittling Nigeria publicly while simultaneously imposing visa restrictions on Nigerians, including Christians he claims to defend.

The article further examines the Nigerian government’s response, highlighting conflicting narratives from officials. While the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Information publicly supported the US action, Tinubu’s policy communication adviser, Daniel Bwala, openly described the situation as “sketchy.” Other ministers offered what the author calls unhelpful or misplaced commentary, while President Bola Tinubu himself remained silent and left the country on an end-of-year trip days after the bombing.

A major focus of the piece is the silence of the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, whom Dr. Aminu accuses of failing in his responsibility at a critical national moment. Despite widespread public anxiety, Musa did not address the nation or clarify whether he was involved in, or even informed about, the bombing. Instead, media reports showed him attending personal celebrations and ceremonial events, behaviour the author describes as unprofessional and insensitive during a national security crisis.

Dr. Aminu concludes that the absence of leadership, accountability and clear communication following the bombing reflects deeper systemic failures in Nigeria’s security management. He warns that unless this pattern changes, Nigerians should brace for continued mediocrity, insecurity and public disillusionment in the year ahead.

Sowore Slams Trump as ‘Lying Machine, Racist, Hypocrite’ Over Claims of Defending Nigerian Christians

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has strongly criticised U.S. President Donald Trump, describing him as a “lying machine, racist, and hypocrite.” Sowore accused Trump of deceiving Nigerians by claiming to protect Christians in Nigeria while simultaneously banning Nigerians from entering the United States. He also condemned recent U.S. military airstrikes on suspected ISIS fighters in northwest Nigeria, warning that foreign military action threatens Nigeria’s sovereignty and regional stability. Sowore stressed that while international support is welcome, direct U.S. military attacks within Nigeria are dangerous and unacceptable.

NIGERIA–UNITED STATES SECURITY COOPERATION PRECISELY HITS TERRORIST TARGETS - FG

The Federal Government confirms that Nigerian authorities, in structured security cooperation with international partners including the United States of America, have conducted successful precision air strikes against terrorist targets in the North-West region.

A statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, underscores that this joint action is a result of sustained intelligence collaboration and strategic coordination.

The cooperation strictly adheres to established international law, bilateral agreements, and mutual respect for sovereignty, with the shared goal of enhancing regional and global security.

The Federal Government reiterates that all counter-terrorism operations are conducted with the paramount objective of protecting civilian lives, safeguarding national unity, and upholding the rights and dignity of all citizens. Terrorism, whether targeting Christian, Muslim, or other communities, is a direct attack on Nigeria’s core values and a threat to international peace.

The Government remains committed to working through established diplomatic and security channels to degrade terrorist networks, disrupt their financing and logistics, and counter cross-border threats. These efforts are simultaneously focused on strengthening Nigeria’s domestic security institutions and intelligence capabilities.

The Foreign Affairs Ministry further assures of continued engagement with relevant partners and will keep the public informed through official channels.

BREAKING: Shock In Kano As Two State Assembly Lawmakers, Aminu Saad Ungogo And Sarki Aliyu Daneji, Die Within Hours Of Each Other

Tragedy has struck the Kano State House of Assembly following the sudden deaths of two serving lawmakers, Hon. Aminu Saad Ungogo and Hon. Sarki Aliyu Daneji, who passed away just hours apart on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. The development has thrown the state’s political landscape into mourning and raised concerns over the loss of key legislative voices within a single day.
Hon. Aminu Saad Ungogo represented the Ungogo State Constituency, while Hon. Sarki Aliyu Daneji served as the lawmaker for Kano Municipal Constituency. Their deaths were officially confirmed by senior government officials, including the Special Adviser on Information to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Ibrahim Adam, who announced the sad news via a Facebook post, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of both lawmakers in one evening.
Further confirmation came from the Director of Media at the Kano Government House, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. He disclosed that Hon. Ungogo died after a brief illness and was scheduled to be buried later the same day in his hometown of Ungogo, in line with Islamic rites. An hour after Ungogo’s death, news broke that Hon. Daneji had also passed away, compounding the grief within the Assembly and across the state.
The near-simultaneous deaths of the two legislators have sent shockwaves through Kano’s political community, with colleagues, government officials, and residents expressing condolences and prayers for their families. Both lawmakers were described as committed public servants who played active roles in representing their constituencies at the state legislature.
As Kano mourns the loss of the two lawmakers, tributes continue to pour in from political leaders and citizens alike, while the State House of Assembly is expected to formally announce mourning activities and possible arrangements for filling the vacant seats in accordance with the law.

GRETA THUNBERG ARRESTED IN LONDON - CLIMATE ICON WALKS INTO UK TERROR LAW

Greta Thunberg was arrested Tuesday in central London, not for blocking traffic or yelling at oil executives - but for holding a sign.

City of London Police say the 22-year-old was detained for displaying a placard supporting Palestine Action, now a proscribed organization under Section 13 of the UK Terrorism Act 2000.

That’s the statute usually reserved for ISIS merch and neo-Nazi logos. Not cardboard and markers.

The protest backed Palestine Action hunger strikers. The charge isn’t about violence at the scene.

It’s about symbolism. Under UK law, expressing support for a banned group - even rhetorically - is enough.

This is the escalation everyone saw coming.

Britain has spent the last year widening the legal blast radius around protest, extremism, and national security.

Thunberg, long since migrated from climate to anti-war politics, just crossed into a zone where celebrity doesn’t cushion the landing.

What happens next? Likely release without charge or a low-level court appearance - but the signal matters more than the sentence.

Activism is being reclassified. Loud causes are becoming legal liabilities.

Greta didn’t change. The rules did.

Source: Sky News

The commander of the Russian neo-Nazi brigade to be buried in the main church of the Russian Orthodox Church

Recently, the mysterious death of Sergey Orlov, with the call sign "Spanish," was revealed — the founder of a neo-Nazi brigade Espanola made up of football hooligans that fought in Ukraine and committed war crimes.

According to preliminary information, Orlov was shot by security forces while attempting to arrest him. He allegedly tried to resist.

Ironically, the neo-Nazi who bent to the FSB and fought for the "Russian world" died at the hands of the Kremlin regime's henchmen. As they say, he got what he fought for.

To somewhat smooth over this incident, "Spanish" is to be buried in Christ the Savior Cathedral — the main church of the Russian Orthodox Church.

This is the first known participant in the war in Ukraine to be honored with such a high-level farewell. Previously, funerals for the highest Kremlin elite were held there.

Senior Staff Association Backs NLC Nationwide Protest Over Insecurity, Condemns Tinubu Government’s ‘Anti-Poor’ Economic Policies

The Precision, Electrical, and Related Equipment Senior Staff Association (PERESSA) has endorsed the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC)-led nationwide protest, describing it as a necessary response to worsening insecurity and deepening economic hardship across Nigeria. In a statement signed by its National President, Comrade Rufus Olusesan, the union accused the Tinubu-led government of failing in its constitutional duty to protect lives and property, while pursuing neoliberal policies that have pushed workers and the poor into severe hardship. PERESSA cited subsidy removal, electricity tariff hikes, naira floatation, rising energy costs and a proposed new tax regime as measures eroding wages, worsening poverty and fuelling insecurity. The association called for a united labour front involving the NLC, TUC, civil society and progressive groups to resist policies it said favour the elite at the expense of ordinary Nigerians.

BENIN has spoken, even if the coup failed, the message did not

Congratulations to the courageous sons of Benin, Lt. Colonel Pascal Tigri, Captain Ousmane Samary, Captain-Major Sambieni Castro, and others.

Whether the coup succeeded or not is not the point. The point is that you dared to confront a system that has silenced, ignored and oppressed the very people it claims to govern.

Your actions exposed the truth the world tries to hide: Bad governance is crippling Benin. President Talon's leadership is choking the nation. Favoritism within the military is destroying morale. Soldiers who die in the line of duty are forgotten and their families abandoned. Northern Benin bleeds from insecurity while leaders pretend all is well. Corruption eats its roots. France exploit and control the nation. Leaders play puppet masters.

These are the grievances of a nation betrayed.

You have reminded Africa that resistance is not dead. You have reminded the continent that neocolonial puppetry can and must be challenged. You have reminded oppressed people everywhere that silence is not the only option.

The people of Benin and many Africans across the continent are proud of your courage, not because of the weapons you carried, but because of the truth you exposed.

Revolutions are not always won in a day.
Sometimes they begin with a spark, and that spark becomes a fire the people carry forward.

History will remember you as men who stood for a wounded nation.

JUST IN: Niger Republic Has Introduced Systematic Inspections Of Goods Coming From Nigeria Especially “Miscellaneous” Items At All Entry Points Before Transit Processing. This Move Appears To Be Part Of a Coordinated Response By Sahel Countries Against Nigeria, Following Its Role In Foiling The Coup Attempt In Benin And The Recent Incident Involving a Nigerian Military Aircraft Entering Burkina Faso’s Airspace.