Top 10 stories from across Nigerian Newspapers, Friday, January 16

Here are the top ten stories from across the country.

1. Court dismisses FG’s criminal case against Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan

An Abuja High Court on Thursday struck out criminal charges filed by the Federal Government against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, ending a high-profile case that had stirred national debate.Read more

2. 2027: Momodu says Tinubu can be defeated with close INEC monitoring

Former presidential aspirant Dele Momodu has said defeating President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election is possible if the opposition ensures close monitoring of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).Read more

3. Atiku’s son dumps PDP for APC, pledges support for Tinubu

Abubakar Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, on Thursday dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC).Read more

4. Ododo orders demolition of criminal hideouts in Kogi

The Kogi State governor, Ahmed Ododo, has ordered the demolition of a notorious structure, popularly known as Sambel Joint in Idoji, Okene Local Government Area of the state.Read more

5. NIS enhances passport tracking system with new update

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has upgraded its passport tracking system to include a new feature that alerts applicants when their passports are ready for collection.Read more

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6. Nigerian govt confirms 215 killed by Lassa fever in 2025

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) said on Thursday 215 people were killed by Lassa fever in the country last year.Read more

7. Nigeria’s inflation up to 15.15%

Nigeria’s inflation rate increased to 15.15 percent in December last year.Read more

8. Nigeria’s economy to grow by 4.7% – Edun

The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, said on Thursday the country’s economy is projected to grow 4.68 percent in 2026 as the government drives investment-led inclusive growth aimed at creating jobs and boosting citizens’ welfare.Read more

9. Abducted Edo doctor regains freedom after 2 weeks

A medical doctor abducted by criminals in Edo State, Dr. Abu Babatunde, has regained his freedom after two weeks in captivity.Read more

10. Super Falcons to face Egypt, Malawi, Zambia in 2026 Women’s AFCON

Defending champions of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Super Falcons of Nigeria have been drawn in the Group C of the 2026 edition of the tournament.Read more

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