Akahi News Top Stories Summary – Sunday, 1st February 2026
Here’s a roundup of today’s major news and developments as reported by Akahi News:
1. IPOB Disbands ‘Emma Powerful’ Pseudonym
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has officially disbanded the use of the pseudonym “Emma Powerful,” instructing that all press releases must now be issued only on official IPOB letterheaded paper. The move comes after the pseudonym was reportedly abused, posing risks to the movement and its leadership. IPOB also clarified that it did not authorise any sit-at-home order across Biafraland scheduled for Monday, 2 February 2026.
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2. Petrol Could Hit ₦1,000 Per Litre
Fuel marketers have warned that petrol prices in Nigeria could rise to ₦1,000 per litre following the surge of crude oil prices above $70 per barrel. The increase is driven by global supply concerns, particularly geopolitical tensions involving Iran, and the cost of crude oil imports. Dangote Petroleum Refinery, however, continues to supply fuel at volumes above national demand, potentially mitigating sudden shortages.
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3. PDP Chieftain Labels Peter Obi ‘Lazy’
Segun Showunmi, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), criticised former presidential candidate Peter Obi, calling him “lazy” regarding structural political thinking. Showunmi suggested Obi’s shift between parties and alliances limits his prospects, particularly in primary elections against seasoned politicians like Atiku Abubakar.
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4. Why You Will Not Win the Next Election
A detailed political analysis warns Nigerian politicians that failure to connect with grassroots voters, disregard for governance, and poor performance could cost them in the upcoming elections. The piece provides insights into electoral behaviour, voter expectations, and the importance of credibility in modern Nigerian politics.
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5. Nigerians in the US Go Into Hiding Amid ICE Raids
Reports indicate that Nigerians in the United States are reportedly going into hiding as ICE raids intensify. The heightened enforcement has sparked fear, with accounts of deaths and growing anxiety among undocumented communities. Activists are calling for caution and legal awareness for affected residents.
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6. VP Shettima Commissions Tudun Biri Resettlement Scheme
Vice President Kashim Shettima inaugurated the Tudun Biri Resettlement Scheme, commending the Kaduna State Government and the federal government for their partnership. The project includes roads, hospitals, and skills acquisition centres aimed at improving living conditions for residents of the resettlement community.
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7. VDM Blasts Ekiti Government Over N68m Healthcare Allocation
Popular social commentator VeryDarkMan (VDM) condemned the Ekiti State Government and lawmakers over an alleged N68 million allocation to healthcare, calling it grossly inadequate. The statement sparked widespread debate online about budget priorities and governance accountability in the state.
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8. Court Jails Security Guard for Life
A Lagos court sentenced a security guard, Emmanuel Buchi, to life imprisonment for the rape of a nurse in a school. The ruling reinforces legal consequences for sexual offences and highlights ongoing efforts to safeguard vulnerable individuals in institutional settings.
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