Nigeria News in English

January 20, 2026

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Good morning! It’s 20th January, and here’s your Nigeria daily news capsule.

More than 160 churchgoers kidnapped in twin attacks in Kaduna state, clergy report.

Nigeria and UAE sign agreement on ports development and maritime logistics.

Five key takeaways from Uganda's election crackdown on power and civic space.

Doctor remanded for issuing fake medical report to aid in cyberbullying case.

Mamadi Doumbouya sworn in as Guinea’s President, pledges inclusive governance.

IMF upgrades Nigeria’s growth outlook for 2026 to 4.4 percent amid reforms.

Airstrikes in North East kill terrorist leader and over 40 others in Borno.

Applications now open for the Reporting Grant Program aimed at journalists.

Thirteen schoolchildren tragically killed in a minibus collision in South Africa.

Nigeria emerges as top beneficiary of China’s Belt and Road Initiative with $24.6 billion project.

Local oil firms face funding hurdles as ambitions outstrip available capital.

Changes in CPI computing methodology raise concerns over Nigeria's inflation data credibility.

Jetpay expands its cryptocurrency business with new offices opening in Nigeria.

Neurologist warns of rising neurological disorders in Nigeria amid healthcare shortfalls.

Seven suspected Lassa fever cases confirmed in Benue, raising health alerts in the region.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!

This audio and transcript are generated using AI from publicly available news sources.

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