Jake Swandeh, Author at Made in Benue

Jake Swandeh

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Family, Dignitaries, Scholars Converge in Kano for Special Prayers on Murtala’s 50th Anniversary

Family members, prominent dignitaries, Islamic scholars and community leaders on Friday gathered in Kano for special prayers marking the 50th anniversary of the death of Nigeria’s former Head of State, General Murtala Ramat Muhammed (GCFR). The solemn event, held at Masallacin Murtala in the Hausawa area along Zoo Road, brought together worshippers from across the…

Abuja Set for Football Royalty as Kanu, Okocha and Amokachi Light Up African Legends Match

EntertainmentFebruary 6, 2026112Views 0Likes 0Comments

Abuja is bracing for a rare celebration of football heritage as three of Nigeria’s most iconic figures — Nwankwo Kanu, Austin ‘Jay-Jay’ Okocha and Daniel Amokachi — headline the highly anticipated African Legends Match. More than a game, the event is designed as a cultural showcase, bringing together former African stars whose exploits once commanded…

Dangote Refinery Set to Power Nigeria’s Detergent Industry with Local Surfactant Production

Business and EconomyFebruary 6, 2026156Views 0Likes 0Comments

Nigeria’s industrial value chain is poised for another major boost as the Dangote Refinery prepares to commence the production of surfactants, a critical raw material used in detergent manufacturing. The development was disclosed on Wednesday by David Bird, Chief Executive Officer of the Dangote Refinery, during a news conference, where he revealed that the refinery…

From Pariahs to Powerbrokers: How the Sahel’s Military Alliance Struck Diplomatic Gold

PoliticsFebruary 6, 2026100Views 0Likes 0Comments

What once appeared unthinkable has quietly taken shape on the global stage. Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger — three West African states long cast as diplomatic outcasts — have emerged with a prize few would have dared predict: tacit support and political engagement from the United States, the world’s dominant power since the end of…

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝗺𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘁𝗹é𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝘂𝘁

EntertainmentFebruary 6, 2026115Views 0Likes 0Comments

Ademola Lookman wasted no time writing his name into Atlético folklore, delivering the perfect introduction on his competitive debut for the club. The Nigerian forward marked his first outing in Atlético colours with a goal, capping a composed and confident performance in the Copa del Rey quarter-final clash against Real Betis. Thrown straight into the…

Nigeria Named as U.S. Congress Calls for Stronger Measures on Religious Freedom

United States lawmakers have called on the federal government to adopt stronger and more decisive measures against countries accused of violating religious freedom, with Nigeria singled out as one of the nations of concern. The call was made during recent discussions in the U.S. Congress on global religious persecution, where congressmen expressed growing alarm over…

Nwabali Leaves Chippa United After Four Years, Future Unclear

EntertainmentFebruary 5, 2026110Views 0Likes 0Comments

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has officially parted ways with Chippa United, bringing an end to his four-year spell with the South African club. Chippa United confirmed Nwabali’s departure in a statement released on Thursday, thanking the Nigerian international for his service and contributions during his time at the club. However, neither the club nor…

NNPC GCEO Says Port Harcourt Refinery Reopening Was a Waste of Resources

Business and EconomyFebruary 5, 2026102Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Engr. Bayo Ojulari, has described the recent reopening of the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC) as a waste of resources, raising serious questions about one of the federal government’s flagship efforts to revive Nigeria’s refining capacity. In statements made during a recent industry engagement, Ojulari criticised the…

Senate Passes Electoral Act Amendment, Rejects Mandatory E-Transmission of Results

PoliticsFebruary 5, 2026111Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Nigerian Senate has passed the Electoral Act 2022 (Repeal and Re-enactment) Amendment Bill, 2026, following its third reading, but rejected a key proposal that would have made the electronic transmission of election results mandatory. During the clause-by-clause consideration of the bill, lawmakers voted against a proposed amendment to Clause 60, Subsection 3, which sought…

U.S. Confirms Troop Deployment to Nigeria Amid Boko Haram, Banditry Challenges

The United States has deployed a small contingent of military personnel to Nigeria, the first official confirmation of U.S. forces on the ground in the country since Washington launched airstrikes on Nigerian targets on Christmas Day. The disclosure was made by the general leading U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), who said the deployment is aimed at…

Nigerian football has a new teenage king, and his name is George Ilenikhena.

EntertainmentFebruary 4, 2026143Views 0Likes 0Comments

At just 18, Ilenikhena has shattered a record that stood tall for nearly two decades, completing a blockbuster €30 million move to Al-Ittihad to become Nigeria’s most expensive teenage footballer ever. In doing so, he eclipses the long-held benchmark set by John Mikel Obi, whose transfer once symbolised the peak of Nigerian youth value on…

Messi in Talks With Galatasaray Over Unusual Home-Only Deal

EntertainmentFebruary 4, 2026103Views 0Likes 0Comments

Football’s rumour mill has been sent into overdrive with reports linking Lionel Messi to a sensational move to Galatasaray — a transfer that would rank among the most unexpected chapters of his storied career. According to reports, discussions have taken place over a possible short-term deal that would see the Argentine icon don the famous…