From security gains in Borno and rising political tension in Rivers to Davos diplomacy and global market jitters, here are the stories shaping Nigeria and the world this morning.
Nigeria
FG files criminal charges against prominent SAN
The Federal Government has filed criminal charges against Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mike Ozekhome, over alleged forgery linked to a UK property dispute. The case, filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja, is expected to attract wide legal and political attention.
Rivers political crisis deepens as Tinubu returns
Political tension continues to rise in Rivers State, with growing calls for President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the standoff between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, amid fears of prolonged instability.
Air Force kills over 40 terrorists in Borno
The Nigerian Air Force says coordinated airstrikes in Azir and Musarram communities of Borno State killed more than 40 terrorists, disrupting planned attacks and logistics routes in the North East.
NDLEA arrests notorious drug kingpin after 12 years
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested Lekan “Kanmo-kanmo” Jimoh in Ogun State after a 12-year manhunt. He is wanted for the murder of three NDLEA officers and was arrested with 69kg of hard drugs.
Naira holds steady in early Monday trading
The naira opened the week relatively stable against the US dollar and British pound across official and parallel markets, as traders remain cautious amid mixed economic signals.
Nigeria takes reforms to Davos
Nigeria has officially opened its Nigeria House Davos pavilion at the World Economic Forum 2026, as Vice President Kashim Shettima prepares to present the country’s economic outlook and reform agenda to global investors.
International
Global markets slide on fresh US tariff threats
Asian markets dipped overnight as investors reacted to renewed US tariff threats, while gold prices climbed on safe-haven demand.
China’s population declines again
China has recorded another year of population decline, with births continuing to fall, deepening concerns about long-term economic growth and labour supply.
IMF releases January 2026 global outlook
The International Monetary Fund is releasing its January 2026 World Economic Outlook Update today, with revised growth projections expected for major economies.
Iraq takes full control of key military bases
Iraq has announced the withdrawal of international coalition advisers from major bases, marking a shift toward full domestic control of its security operations.
