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HOW TO SPOT FAKE OR WEAK BUILDING BLOCKS BEFORE YOU BUY THEM By Adeboye Prince Adetu, IgbeNews Let’s be real — some block makers are not honest. They sell weak blocks that look fine today but will crack or break later, putting your building at risk. You might pay for "9-inch blocks" but receive smaller, weaker ones. Sometimes the damage only shows months after your building is done — cracks on walls, hollow sounds when you knock, or even worse. Don’t let this happen to you. Here’s how to check blocks before you buy or accept delivery: --- 1. The “Drop Test” — Does It Break or Stay Strong? · What to do: Pick one block from the batch. Drop it from your waist level (about 3 feet high) onto a hard ground. · What it means: If the block breaks into pieces or cracks badly, it’s weak. A good block should only chip slightly, not break completely. If it sounds hollow when it drops, it’s also a bad sign. 2. Look Closely at the Block’s Body · Check the edges — are they straight and sharp...

2027 here we are

The 2027 elections manifesto have started coming in will abolish tax law. Obi will return subsidies. Obi will cancel NELFUND so all that want to fall out school can achieve their aim Obi will stop oil exploration in ogun state Obi will start paying the difference in forex exchange and a dollar will be back to 200 naira. Under Obi, everyone will have a job. Everyone will buy cheap bread. Everyone will be rich. There will be no hunger or insecurity. No christian will die again. No accident on our roads. Ambulance will be like water. A bag of rice will be back to 8k. Nnamdi Kanu will be freed. Turj will be thrown into prison. Malami will be released and Yahya Bello of Kogi will be thrown into prison. Everyone will be happy. Finally, Obi will cancel the Lagos Calabar coastal highway and will use the money to build primary schools. All of our children will pass "wayec". Nigeria will be first in "wayec" in west Africa. Obi or nothing.

THE MAN WHO DISAPPEARED WHILE STILL AT HOME:

The Skeleton in the Silent House of Awotan By Adeboye Prince Adetu, IgbeNews | Ibadan Subheading: Four Years of Silence, a Mobile Phone Clutched in Bone Hands, and the Unasked Questions That Surround the Death of Aderemi Abiola If you died today, in your own home, how long would it take for anyone to notice? This is not a philosophical riddle. It is the horrific, real-life question posed by the discovery made on Tuesday, 20th January 2026, in the Awotan area of Ibadan. It is the true story of a Nigerian man who didn’t vanish from his community, but vanished within it, his life ending silently in a room where his skeleton would wait four years to be found. The discovery was not born of a frantic missing person’s report or a family’s desperate search. It was sparked by a community’s decision to clear an overgrown plot at Idi Orogbo, Adeosun, Life Forte Estate, Awotan, Apete. The house, shrouded by wild grasses and creeping bushes, had long been an eyesore—a assumedly abandoned property w...

NELFUND DISBURSES ₦1.33 BILLION STUDENT LOANS TO UNILAG FOR 2025/2026 SESSION

NELFUND DISBURSES ₦1.33 BILLION STUDENT LOANS TO UNILAG FOR 2025/2026 SESSION Abuja, Nigeria | January 23, 2026 – In a major development for Nigerian tertiary education financing, the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has officially confirmed the disbursement of a colossal ₦1.33 Billion to the University of Lagos (UNILAG) for the ongoing academic session. The fund, amounting to ₦1,326,550,000 (One Billion, Three Hundred and Twenty-Six Million, Five Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira), was successfully transferred to the university on January 19, 2026. This disbursement is part of the approved schedule for the 2025/2026 academic year under the federal government's student loan programme. According to the official statement released by NELFUND, the disbursement is intended to cover tuition and associated fees for 6,308 eligible UNILAG students who have successfully met all the programme's requirements. The beneficiary list was generated from verified institutional data submitt...

Usyk vs. Joshua III Signed, "Winner Takes All" Bout Set for Banger Boys Arena with Historic $1 Billion Purse

- January 20, 2026

BREAKING: Usyk vs. Joshua III Signed, "Winner Takes All" Bout Set for Banger Boys Arena with Historic $1 Billion Purse In a monumental announcement that has sent shockwaves through the world of boxing and sports at large, unified world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has officially signed a contract to face British former champion Anthony Joshua for a third and final time. The blockbuster agreement, confirmed by representatives from both camps, sets the stage for one of the richest and most consequential fights in combat sports history. The Stakes: A $1 Billion Prize Pool Dubbed the "Winner Takes All" match, the financial terms are unprecedented. A colossal total purse of $1 billion** is on the line, with the victor guaranteed to walk away with a staggering **$700 million. The loser will still receive a monumental $300 million payout, ensuring both fighters participate in what is arguably the most lucrative single sporting event ever conceived. The Venue: Bange...

"Timidity Would Have Blocked Reforms

"Timidity Would Have Blocked Reforms": APC Chieftain Defends Tinubu's Bold Policy Moves By IGBENEWS Editorial Abuja, Nigeria — In a spirited defense of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Biodun Ajiboye, has stated that the President’s reform agenda demonstrates a fearless leadership style necessary for Nigeria’s transformation. Seun Okinbaloye Ajiboye, speaking on channelsnews with Seun Okinbaloye, argued that only a leader with strong resolve could undertake the sweeping changes currently being implemented by the federal government. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu “If Bola Tinubu was a kind of person that is timid, he would not undertake most of the reforms he’s undertaking,” Ajiboye asserted. “These are not decisions for the faint-hearted.” The Context of the Statement Ajiboye’s comments come amid ongoing national debates on several of Tinubu’s key policies, which have elicited both praise and criticism. ...

Assessing Nigeria's Claim as Africa's Third Most Powerful Military

Assessing Nigeria's Claim as Africa's Third Most Powerful Military Abuja, Nigeria – A recent narrative circulating in public discourse claims that under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria has attained the position of the third most powerful military force in Africa. IGBENEWS has researched this claim against major global defence indexes to provide clarity and context. The Source of the Ranking The claim aligns with the 2024 Global Firepower (GFP) Index, a widely referenced annual ranking that assesses the military capabilities of over 145 nations using over 60 individual factors. The index considers not just sheer numbers of equipment but also financials, geographical constraints, logistical capability, and natural resources. According to the 2024 GFP Index: 1. Egypt 2. Algeria 3. Nigeria 4. South Africa 5. Ethiopia This ranking places Nigeria above regional peers like South Africa and Angola, solidifying its position as the highest-ranked military in West A...

Major Train Collision in Spain Leaves Dozens Dead, Many Injured

BREAKING: Major Train Collision in Spain Leaves Dozens Dead, Many Injured Barcelona, Spain – A devastating high-speed train collision occurred earlier today in northeastern Spain, resulting in what authorities are describing as a catastrophic loss of life and multiple critical injuries. Emergency services are currently on the scene in what has become one of the deadliest rail disasters in Spain in recent years. --- What We Know So Far · Location & Time: The collision took place near the town of Castelldefels, in the Catalonia region, shortly after 8:00 PM local time on a high-speed rail corridor connecting Barcelona with coastal areas. · The Trains Involved: Initial reports from Spain's national rail operator, Renfe, indicate that a high-speed passenger train collided with maintenance machinery or a separate train unit on the tracks. Confirmation on the exact nature of the second vehicle is pending official investigation. · Casualties: The death toll is feared to be in the doz...

Former Nigerian Oil Minister Faces UK Corruption Charges

Former Nigerian Oil Minister Faces UK Corruption Charges London, United Kingdom – The United Kingdom's Crown Prosecution Service has confirmed the ongoing trial of Mrs. Diezani Alison-Madueke, 63, a former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources (2010–2015) and former President of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). This news confirms earlier reports of her arrest and subsequent court appearance in London. Desiani Allison Madueke Background of the Case Mrs. Alison-Madueke, a central figure in Nigeria’s oil sector during the Goodluck Jonathan administration, is facing multiple corruption charges in the UK, including bribery, money laundering, and misappropriation of public funds during her tenure. These charges follow a lengthy investigation by the UK's National Crime Agency (NCA). She is also alleged to have accepted luxury gifts, private jet flights, and multi-million-pound cash payments in exchange for awarding lucrative oil contracts. She is sai...

THE TRUTH ABOUT THE 7.5% VAT ON TRANSFERS: STOP PANICKING

THE TRUTH ABOUT THE 7.5% VAT ON TRANSFERS: STOP PANICKING By Adeboye Prince Adetu A wave of anxiety has swept across Nigeria following recent announcements and social media posts about a supposed new 7.5% VAT on all bank transfers. Many fear this will erode their hard-earned money and make transactions unbearable. But before you panic or share that alarming post, let’s separate fact from fiction. --- What’s Actually Happening? First and foremost: This is not a new tax. The 7.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) has been in effect in Nigeria since February 2020, when it was increased from 5%. This VAT is applied to goods and services categorised as VATable. The recent confusion stems from a Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) circular directed at Financial Institutions and Payment Service Providers. The circular reminds these institutions that they are required by the Finance Act 2021 to remit VAT on certain electronic transactions, specifically on commission/fees earned for transfers, NOT on the pr...

NIS Resolves Hijab Dispute

EXCLUSIVE: NIS Resolves Hijab Dispute, Reaffirms Policy in Landmark Service Delivery Incident Report by Adeboye Prince Adetu for IGBENEWS ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has swiftly resolved a sensitive issue concerning biometric data capture for a Hijab-wearing applicant, turning a potential controversy into a benchmark for professional and inclusive service delivery. The resolution follows an intervention by senior NIS officials after concerns were raised by Hajiah Madinat, a businesswoman and media practitioner. The Incident and Swift Resolution Hajiah Madinat had visited the NIS headquarters in Abuja for the biometric capture stage of her passport renewal. During the process, she was reportedly asked to expose her ears, a request she declined on the grounds of her Islamic faith, which requires modest dressing, including covering the ears with the Hijab. Citing a potential violation of her religious rights, she argued that no Nigerian should be forced to ...

Nigerian Army Breaks Ground on New Mega Training Depot in Ebonyi

BREAKING: Tinubu Orders Major Military Expansion; Nigerian Army Breaks Ground on New Mega Training Depot in Ebonyi Exclusive Report by Adeboye Prince Adetu for IGBENEWS AMASIRI-EDDA, EBONYI STATE – In a decisive move to fortify national security and decentralize military training infrastructure, the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has initiated the construction of a new, large-scale Nigerian Army Training Depot in Amasiri-Edda, Ebonyi State. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, marks a historic investment in the security architecture of the Southeast region and the nation at large. Strategic Significance and Location The new depot, strategically sited to cover parts of Afikpo and Edda Local Government Areas, is designed to serve as a premier training hub for recruits from the Southern and Central regions of Nigeria. This move directly addresses long-standing calls for a more balanced distribution of critical military facilities acros...

EXCLUSIVE: HISTORIC AGREEMENT SIGNED TO RESCUE NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES - FG, ASUU REACH LANDMARK DEAL