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BREAKING: The four members of the Rivers State House of Assembly who withdrew from the impeachment proceedings against Governor Fubara a few days ago have made a U-turn today and now support the impeachment proceedings against the governor. pic.twitter.com/ZiAujisRR7

— Imran Muhammad (@Imranmuhdz) January 16, 2026

Kano State’s former Governor and National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has said any consideration to join the All Progressives Congress must come with clear assurances on the future of the Kano State government and the welfare of party supporters.

Kwankwaso stated this on Wednesday at his Miller Road residence in Kano during a meeting with leaders and supporters from Rano and Dawakin Tofa Local Government Areas, alongside other Kwankwasiyya groups who reaffirmed their commitment to the party.

“I didn’t say I won’t join APC, but we must first be clearly assured of the future of the Kano State government before we join the APC. What will be the fate of our lawmakers and other supporters before we agree to defect?” Kwankwaso said.

The former governor recalled past experiences when members of his faction contributed to forming governments only to be later sidelined.

“In the past, we joined and contributed to forming the government, but later we were abandoned. That was why we left the party. Have they now changed their position toward us? Everyone knows the role we played at that time,” he added.

Kwankwaso stressed that no assurances had yet been given to guarantee the continuation of the party’s political structure.

“Up till now, no one has given me a clear assurance that we will be allowed to retain our government and continue with our political structure. I need to know where I stand,” he said.

PUNCH gathered that the meeting was attended by the state Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo; the Commissioner for Science and Technology, Yusuf Kofar Mata; the state NNPP chairman, Hon. Hashim Sulaiman Dungurawa; and other top party officials, who publicly expressed their loyalty to Kwankwaso and the Kwankwasiyya Movement.

Observers said the show of support by key government officials highlighted a widening divide within the party and reinforced Kwankwaso’s influence amid ongoing speculation over Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s potential defection to the APC.

Political analysts said Kwankwaso’s cautious stance underscores the importance of securing party structures and protecting the interests of loyalists ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Ground breaking ceremony of the Nigerian Army Training Depot (NATD), yesterday, at Amasiri-Edda.

- #FON pic.twitter.com/u45JmGAsvY

— Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru (@FrancisNwifuru) January 14, 2026

smokinloud:
Someone that has been suspended already...

#EXCLUSIVE 😳 President Trump was filmed flipping off a Ford worker who yelled "pedophile protector" at him. https://t.co/m5nLYtWxxT pic.twitter.com/512zEYV6WC

— TMZ (@TMZ) January 13, 2026

In Osogbo Osun state. 😁

The decentralization of our gallant military academy has come to fruition.

Established in May 2025. Less than a year, see buildings and what they’ve pulled already.

Power of wiliness, well done president Tinubu 🫡pic.twitter.com/0131OcWk9J

— Ainà Dipo 🇳🇬 (@dipoaina1) January 12, 2026

The United States has delivered fresh military supplies to Nigerian security agencies to support ongoing operations across the country.

The United States Africa Command, known as AFRICOM, confirmed the delivery in a post on X on Tuesday.

According to the statement, “US forces delivered critical military supplies to our Nigerian partners in Abuja. "

"This delivery supports Nigeria’s ongoing operations and emphasizes our shared security partnership.”

The supplies, which were handed over in Abuja, are part of continued cooperation between both countries aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s ability to tackle security threats.

Nigeria has in recent times been battling a surge in insecurity, with hundreds of people kidnapped in different parts of the country as armed groups step up attacks on communities and travellers.

US forces launched airstrikes on terrorist enclaves in North-West Nigeria on Christmas Day.[quote]

Jigawa LG Chairman Confirms Direct Federal Allocations

A Local Government Chairman in Jigawa State has confirmed that councils are now receiving their federal allocations directly, marking a clear shift toward financial transparency and grassroots empowerment.

The confirmation… pic.twitter.com/BKultQWQXX

— Renewed Hope United Kingdom (@RenewedHopeUK) January 11, 2026

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has insisted that political power is earned through strength and strategic action, warning that Obio/Akpor Local Government Area remains a decisive force in Rivers State politics.

Wike also dismissed calls for his removal, stressing that the power to sack him lies solely with the President.

Wike spoke on Sunday during a thank-you visit to Obio/Akpor, where he addressed party leaders, traditional rulers, women, and youths.

PUNCH Online reports that the minister has been touring the state’s 23 local government areas to appreciate residents for their support in the 2023 elections and to canvass continued backing for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 polls.

insidelife22:
Ground invasion loading

SadiqBabaSani:
Should this excalate it may form the basis for a U.S ground invasion .

There is likelihood of a new war frontier

Brendaniel:
So it means you people hate Osinbajo and love Tinubu?

Brendaniel:
So why were you people hating on him for competing with Tinubu?

Brendaniel:
Every man is allowed to run but you people were fighting Osinbajo and even called him betrayer for coming out to challenge for ticket as Yoruba man, you guys and hypocrisy

Dreal1247:
Can't Atiku step down for Obi if Obi decides to go just for one tenure. It's still the turn of the south to produce the president. Atiku is systematically proving that they are not willing to allow Igbo presidency.