Nigerian Newspaper headlines for today, Saturday, 31st January 2026

10 Things To Know From Nigerian Newspapers Today (Saturday, January 31, 2026)

1. Alleged Coup Plot Uncovered

 Security agencies say suspects in an alleged coup against President Bola Tinubu procured 32 SUVs and Gulf cars to conduct covert surveillance and logistics, with transaction records now part of the investigation.

2. Ganduje Backs Tinubu for 2027

 Former APC National Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje insists the North will rally behind Tinubu in 2027, dismissing claims of northern opposition as a “big mistake.”

3. Senate Sets March 17 for 2026 Budget Passage

Lawmakers have fixed March 17 for the passage of the ₦58.47 trillion 2026 budget, with committee reviews and public hearings scheduled in February.

4. Donald Duke Dumps PDP for ADC

 Ex–Cross River governor Donald Duke has left the PDP to join the ADC, aligning with figures like Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi ahead of 2027.

5. Betty Akeredolu Endorses Peter Obi

 The late Ondo governor’s widow publicly declared support for Peter Obi’s presidential ambition, intensifying the contest within the ADC.

6. Wike Issues Strong Warning in Rivers

 FCT Minister Nyesom Wike threatened to defy the Rivers State government after being denied use of a stadium for a political event.

7. ₦10m Awujale Application Fee Explained

 The Fusengbuwa Ruling House defended the ₦10 million fee charged to Awujale aspirants, saying it followed tradition before refunds were later issued.

8. Fela Kuti Gets Posthumous Grammy Honour

Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti will receive a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African to earn the distinction.

9. Angela Okorie Granted ₦5m Bail

A Federal High Court in Abuja granted Nollywood actress Angela Okorie bail over alleged cyberstalking and defamation charges.

10. NFF Awaits FIFA Ruling on DR Congo Case

 The Nigeria Football Federation says it is confident of a favourable FIFA verdict over DR Congo’s alleged use of ineligible players in World Cup qualifiers.