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Introduction In Nigeria, changing one's name is a common legal process governed by statutes like the Marriage Act and recent Supreme Court rulings emphasizing proper documentation via Deed Poll and Gazette publication . Many Nigerians pursue this for personal, cultural, or practical reasons. Whether through marriage, divorce, or other motivations, a legal name change ensures consistency across documents like passports, NIN, BVN , and certificates. Here are the primary reasons for change of name in Nigeria . Seven (7) Reasons for Change of Name in Nigeria: Why Nigerians Legally Alter Their Identities 1. Marriage and Adoption of Spouse's Surname The most frequent reason is marriage. Women often adopt their husband's surname or combine it with their maiden name to symbolize unity, a new beginning, or family harmony. This is culturally significant and simplifies family identity. Men rarely change surnames but may add titles or adjust for alignment. Post-marriage, a court-issu...

Introduction Spain is reeling from one of its worst rail disasters in over a decade following a catastrophic high-speed train collision near Adamuz, Córdoba province, on January 18, 2026. The incident claimed at least 40 lives and injured more than 290 people , including many critically. Two trains — one operated by private company Iryo heading north from Málaga to Madrid, and a Renfe train traveling south — collided after the Iryo train derailed on a straight section of track, veering into the path of the oncoming service. The wreckage, described as a "mass of twisted metal," has left the nation in deep mourning, with three days of national grief declared. The Major Reason for Shock and Confusion as Spain Struggles for Answers After Deadly Train Crash The shock and confusion gripping Spain stem from the unprecedented nature of the crash on the country's vaunted high-speed rail network (AVE), long hailed as a model of safety and efficiency. No fatal accident had occurred...

Introduction Ikeja Computer Village, Nigeria 's bustling tech hub in Lagos, is renowned for affordable computers, accessories, and repairs. However, it frequently faces devastating fire incidents that destroy millions in goods. A recent example occurred on January 20, 2026, when a one-storey building on Somoye Osundairo Street was gutted , with the upper floor completely razed and no casualties reported (though one firefighter sustained minor injuries). Why do fires repeatedly ravage this commercial area? Here are the key reasons behind these outbreaks. Five (5) Reasons Why Fire Razes Commercial Buildings in Ikeja Computer Village 1. Electrical Surges and Faulty Wiring Electrical issues top the list of causes in Ikeja Computer Village fires. Power fluctuations are common due to erratic grid supply and heavy reliance on generators. When electricity is restored after outages, surges can overload outdated or overloaded wiring in densely packed shops. Reports from the January 2026 inc...