WEMA BANK LAUNCHES “EVOLUTION OF LOVE” CAMPAIGN FOR VALENTINE’S DAY* …Offers celebrity performance for newly-weds and other gifts for singles, friends and couples

 

Following the launch of “ALAT: The Evolution”, Wema Bank, Nigeria’s oldest indigenous bank, most innovative and pioneer of Africa’s first fully digital bank, ALAT, has launched its 2026 Valentine’s campaign tagged “Evolution of Love, powered by Wema Bank”. 

Inspired by the “evolution” theme of its upgraded ALAT app, Wema Bank launched the “Evolution of Love” campaign with the goal of celebrating different forms of love experienced by customers, and how they have evolved over time. From self-love to friendship, romantic love to family, this campaign introduces a fresh twist to Valentine’s, decentralising romantic love and creating a space for every Wema Bank customer this season of love.

NAPTIP rescues 10 minors after intercepting suspected child traffickers in Taraba

 

The Taraba State Command of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, has intercepted a suspected human trafficker and rescued 10 minors in Jalingo. 

The State Commandant, Mr Bako Amos, disclosed this in a statement issued to Journalists this weekend. 

He disclosed that the arrest followed actionable intelligence received by the agency. 

Adron Homes Chairman Congratulates Oyo State on 50 Years of Progress

 The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Adron Homes and Properties Limited, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, has congratulated the Government and people of Oyo State as the state marks its 50th anniversary, describing the occasion as a celebration of resilience, cultural pride, and sustained progress.

He noted that since its creation, Oyo State has remained a strong contributor to Nigeria’s socio-economic and cultural development, emerging as a hub of commerce, education, and innovation.

Rapper Nicki Minaj flaunts 'free' Trump Gold Card after celebrating US President

 

Nicki Minaj has suggested she is a step closer to becoming an American citizen after showing off what she described as a Trump “Gold Card”.

Actress Catherine O'Hara has di£d at the age of 71.

 

The Emmy Award winner di£d today, Jan. 30, 2026. 

O'Hara's manager confirmed the news of her de@th Friday. 

Details about the actress's cause of de@th are still unknown, however, the Los Angeles Fire Department confirmed to ABC News on Friday that it received a call for medical aid earlier that day at 4:48 a.m. at an address connected to O'Hara. 

Adron Homes Unveils “Love for Love” Valentine Promo with Exciting Discounts, Luxury Gifts, and Travel Rewards

 

In celebration of the season of love, Adron Homes and Properties has announced the launch of its special Valentine campaign, “Love for Love” Promo, a customer-centric initiative designed to reward Nigerians who choose to express love through smart, lasting real estate investments.

The Love for Love Promo offers clients attractive discounts, flexible payment options, and an array of exclusive gift items, reinforcing Adron Homes’ commitment to making property ownership both rewarding and accessible. The campaign runs throughout the Valentine season and applies to the company’s wide portfolio of estates and housing projects strategically located across Nigeria.

Suspects arrested as police uncover illegal baby factory

 

One suspect has been arrested after men of the Ekiti state police command uncovered an illegal baby factory located in the Ikere local government area of Ekiti State.

Disclosing this to newsmen, the state Commissioner of Police, Joe Eribo, said the command received a tip-off and arrested one Onyechi Oluwadare, 43, alongside four other suspects behind a popular hotel along Ise-Ekiti Road, Ikere-Ekiti.

“On the 24/01/2026 at about 08:30 hrs, the Command received a credible tip-off that the prime suspect, Oluwadare Onyechi, a 43-year-old woman, runs an illegal baby factory alongside four other suspects somewhere behind Inisa Hotel and Suit, along Ise-Ekiti Road, Ikere-Ekiti.”

ICE agents to be present at Winter Olympics

 

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will be present in Milan and Cortina throughout the Winter Olympics.

 

ICE agents will reportedly play 'security role' throughout the sporting extravaganza, which begins on February 6 in Italy, the US Embassy in Rome reportedly confirmed to the Associated Press.

 

The federal ICE agents will reportedly support diplomatic security details and would not run any immigration enforcement operations.

 

However, ICE's presence at the games has sparked controversy amid growing unrest back in the United States, after agents moved in to Minnesota on the orders of the Trump administration.

The news came on Tuesday after the deaths of two American citizens at the hands of federal officers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in less than three weeks.

AWUJALE SELECTION: GOVERNOR ABIODUN RESPONDS TO MISLEADING REPORTS

 

Ogun State Governor, His Excellency Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, has clarified circulating reports suggesting a confrontation between him and the Council of Afobajes regarding the Awujale selection. According to official sources, these claims are completely false and misleading.

The Governor held a respectful consultative meeting with the Council of Afobajes, consistent with meetings he held in the past with the Olori Ebis that were hitherto polarized which fostered their harmonization and, through such earlier engagements, he also persuaded one of the kingmakers to withdraw a filed litigation. 

The discussions he had focused on matters of mutual concern in the interest of the progress in traditional affairs within Ijebuland.

Football star, David Beckham says 'you have to let your children make mistakes' after his son posted shocking allegations against family

 

Football executive, David Beckham has said "you have to let your children make mistakes" in a new interview about social media, hours after his son Brooklyn posted shocking allegations against his family on social media.  

Speaking live on CNBC’s financial program Squawk Box today, Jan. 20, David, 50, said: "I have always spoken about social media and the power of social media . . . For the good and for the bad 

"What kids can access these days, it can be dangerous. But what I have found personally, especially with my kids as well, use it for the right reasons. 

Senegal wins 2025 AFCON after defeating host Morocco 1-0 in chaotic final

 

Senegal are the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations champions after a 1-0 win against host nation Morocco in a chaotic final in Rabat.

 

The match, held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, was decided in extra time.

 

Villarreal midfielder, Pape Gueye, scored the only goal of the game with a powerful strike into the top corner in extra time to secure their second continental title.