Odumeje declares 2026 the year of “kabush kabash” in crossover clip

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January 1, 2026

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In a crossover-service clip referenced by TheCable Lifestyle, Odumeje proclaimed “2026 is a year of kabush kabash,” describing the coming months as spiritual warfare.

The moment has since been reposted widely, feeding meme culture and comment-section debates.

TheCable Lifestyle: “2026 is a year of kabush kabash”
TikTok repost (linked via TheCable): “address[ing] his congregation during the crossover service”

Echotitbits take: Odumeje’s catchphrases routinely become internet slang. The watch item is whether the trend stays lighthearted, or triggers renewed backlash over the tone and implications of “spiritual warfare” messaging.

Source: TheCable Lifestyle — January 1, 2026 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/extra-2026-is-a-year-of-kabush-kabash-odumeje-declares/

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Lazywrita’s family breaks silence after influencer’s scheduled “farewell” post

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January 1, 2026

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2026-01-01 08:40:00

In an update published by TheCable Lifestyle, the family of Anda Damisa (Lazywrita) spoke after his death drew intense online attention and grief.

Their message asks the public for compassion as tributes and speculation continue to swirl around his final post.

People (X): “Family of Influencer ‘LazyWrita’ Speaks Out”
TheCable Lifestyle (earlier report): “I’m happy, unburdened”

Echotitbits take: This is a painful reminder that online “energy” can hide real struggles. Coverage should avoid sensationalism and keep the focus on support and responsible conversations. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services.

Source: TheCable Lifestyle — January 1, 2026 — https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/family-of-lazywrita-breaks-silence-on-his-death/

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Anthony Joshua discharged after Lagos crash, pays respects to late associates

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January 1, 2026

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2026-01-01 08:00:00

Reporting by The Guardian indicates Anthony Joshua has been discharged from Lagoon Hospital after a crash near Lagos that killed two members of his team.

The report says Joshua suffered minor injuries, was kept under observation, and later visited a funeral home with his mother as arrangements were made.

Associated Press (AP): “discharged … after being declared clinically fit to recover at home”
Reuters: “released from Lagoon Hospital in Lagos”

Echotitbits take: Beyond the tragedy, this story re-spotlights Nigeria’s road-safety gaps and how quickly a celebrity incident can refocus public pressure—expect more scrutiny on enforcement, speed, and heavy-duty truck safety on key highways.

Source: The Guardian — January 1, 2026 — https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/jan/01/anthony-joshua-released-from-hospital-in-nigeria-car-crash-boxing

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Kate Beckinsale addresses weight-loss comments, linking her body changes to grief

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January 1, 2026

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According to E! Online, Kate Beckinsale addressed comments about being “too thin,” explaining that grief has affected her appetite after the deaths of her mother and stepfather.

Other reporting notes she described her thinness as a visible expression of grief in a video posted online.

E! Online (EOnline.com): “Not hungry.”
The Independent (Independent.co.uk): “physical manifestation of grief.”

Echotitbits take: This is a reminder that celebrity ‘body discourse’ often ignores context. Watch for whether Beckinsale steps back from social media, or uses the moment to push for more responsible commentary norms around grief and health.

Source: E! News— 2025-12-31 — https://www.eonline.com/news/1426762/kate-beckinsale-on-weight-loss-after-moms-death

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Oluremi Tinubu’s @65 Education Fund closes at ₦25.52bn for National Library project

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January 1, 2026

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2026-01-01 07:50:00
According to The Nation, the Oluremi @65 Education Fund—set up around Nigeria’s First Lady’s 65th birthday—closed after raising ₦25.52bn, tied to education support and the National Library project.

The disclosure puts a hard figure to a fundraising drive that drew attention for both its scale and the stated goal of moving a long-delayed national institution toward completion.

Execution is now the key issue: procurement transparency, governance structure, and clear milestones that show the money translates into measurable progress.

The Guardian Nigeria also reported the fund “has closed after raising” ₦25,520,708,074.35.

BusinessDay similarly stated the appeal “had reached a total of ₦25,520,708,074.35” as of December 31, 2025.

Echotitbits take:

Nigerians will support public-good projects when trust is high. Watch for an auditable dashboard, published milestones, and transparent contracting—otherwise the story risks ending as a headline without delivery.

Source: The Nation — January 1, 2026 (https://thenationonlineng.net/oluremi-65-education-fund-raises-n25-52bn-for-national-library-project/)

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NCDMB launches innovation challenge, promises prizes and incubation for local solutions

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January 1, 2026

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2026-01-01 07:45:00
In an update published by Premium Times, the NCDMB kicked off the Nigerian Content Research, Innovation and Technology Challenge (2025/2026), inviting proposals from innovators, academia and suppliers.

The initiative is positioned as a pipeline into NCDMB’s Technology Innovation and Incubation Centre (TIIC) in Yenagoa, linking innovation to practical industry problems and localisation priorities.

If implemented well, the programme could deepen local content beyond procurement into prototypes, IP development and scalable industrial solutions.

Punch also reported NCDMB said it would “award prizes” to Nigerians pursuing content research and technology solutions.

Energy Focus Report similarly described the programme as an innovation challenge and noted it “promises awards.”

Echotitbits take:

The opportunity is real, but scale is the test. Watch for how many winners move from idea to prototype to pilot—and whether funding and offtake contracts follow quickly enough to prevent ‘event-only innovation.’

Source: Premium Times — December 31, 2025 (https://www.premiumtimesng.com/promoted/846706-ncdmb-kickstarts-nigerian-content-research-innovation-tech-challenge.html)

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ICRC urges Nigerians to stay hopeful as PPP approvals signal infrastructure momentum

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January 1, 2026

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2026-01-01 07:40:00
In a statement reported by GazetteNGR, the ICRC director-general urged Nigerians to enter 2026 with renewed hope, stressing infrastructure delivery and PPP momentum.

The message points to government approvals and structuring work around private-sector-led solutions as evidence of steps to reduce Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit.

In practice, the real question is whether projects become bankable and deliverable—where contract design, risk allocation and enforcement decide outcomes.

Punch quoted the ICRC chief pointing to FEC approvals that provide “reassurance” about closing the gap via private-sector-led solutions.

Trust Radio also reported he urged citizens to remain “hopeful and confident” that progress is steady.

Echotitbits take:

PPPs can transform delivery—or become rent channels. Watch for transparent procurement, clear user-fee/tariff logic, and credible dispute resolution to keep projects moving and socially acceptable.

Source: GazetteNGR — January 1, 2026 (https://gazettengr.com/icrc-boss-urges-nigerians-to-embrace-hope-shared-responsibility-in-2026/)

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Tinubu says 2026 begins a “more robust phase” for Nigeria’s economic growth

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January 1, 2026

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2026-01-01 07:35:00
According to Vanguard, President Bola Tinubu said 2026 would mark the beginning of a more robust phase of economic growth as reforms mature.

The messaging positions recent macro decisions—subsidy removal, FX changes, and fiscal tightening—as a bridge from instability toward higher growth and investor confidence.

Household pressure points—prices, jobs and purchasing power—remain the practical scorecard for whether the optimism resonates.

Punch also framed the outlook as Tinubu pledging a “strong economic rebound.”

The Guardian Nigeria similarly carried the “more robust phase of economic growth” line in its reporting of the New Year message.

Echotitbits take:

The market will judge by outcomes: inflation direction, FX stability, real wages, and whether power/transport constraints ease. Watch Q1 indicators and whether policy consistency holds under social pressure.

Source: Guardian — January 1, 2026 (https://guardian.ng/politics/full-text-2026-marks-start-of-more-robust-economic-growth-says-tinubu-in-new-year-message/)

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Nigerian Air Force claims 2,351 terrorists killed in 2025 air campaign

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January 1, 2026

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2026-01-01 07:30:00
Figures cited by Punch show the Nigerian Air Force says it neutralised 2,351 terrorists in 2025 through sustained air interdiction operations across multiple theatres.

The service said repeated sorties were aimed at severing supply chains, disrupting movement corridors, and weakening leadership structures across key conflict zones.

Beyond counter-terror missions, the NAF also highlighted operations targeting oil theft infrastructure in the Niger Delta.

The Whistler quoted the NAF describing the campaign as “Sustained precision strikes” that “disrupted supply chains.”

The Guardian Nigeria also reported targeted strikes led to the destruction of illegal refining reservoirs and related assets.

Echotitbits take:

Headline numbers need verification. Watch whether 2026 sees fewer mass abductions and attacks in high-risk corridors, and whether air gains are matched by ground holding operations and community intelligence.

Source: The Punch — January 1, 2026 (https://punchng.com/2351-terrorists-killed-in-2025-air-raids-naf/)

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DHQ deploys GPS-guided munitions in reported Sokoto counter-terror strikes

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January 1, 2026

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2026-01-01 07:25:00
Reporting by Reuters indicates Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters deployed GPS-guided precision munitions in operations targeting militant enclaves in Sokoto State.

The report suggests the strikes were aimed at degrading command structures and limiting mobility routes in forest corridors used by armed groups, amid pressure to show measurable security gains.

The implication is a shift toward more technology-driven targeting that could reduce risk to ground troops while expanding the air campaign footprint.

ThisDay also reported Nigeria’s military used “GPS-guided precision munitions” in the Sokoto operation.

A separate local follow-up likewise described strikes intended to disrupt bandit enclaves and logistics routes.

Echotitbits take:

Tech can improve targeting, but success depends on intelligence quality and post-strike ‘hold’ operations. Watch for independent confirmation, civilian-harm reporting, and whether communities experience fewer raids afterward.

Source: Reuters — December 31, 2025 (https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/nigeria-used-gps-guided-precision-munitions-sokoto-strikes-via-mq-9s-sources-say-2025-12-31/)

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