Nigeria: Trump Recalls U.S. Ambassadors From Nigeria, 29 Other Countries

Africa is the most affected continent, with US ambassadors from 15 countries recalled. Read more »

Nigeria: Court Grants Nigeria Govt's Plea to Reopen Terrorism Case Against Suspects Link to Bello Turji

The prosecution had preferred 11 terrorism charges against eight defendants, including Bello Turji, who is still at large. Read more »

Nigeria: Catholic Diocese Speaks On Release of Abducted Niger Students

The confirmation was contained in a statement issued on 21 December and signed by the diocesan secretary, Jatau Joseph. Read more »

Nigeria: Top Five Young Stars Poised to Shine At Afcon 2025

From quick attackers to tireless midfield engines, the following five teenagers and twenty-somethings, drawn from both Europe's big leagues and African club football, carry the… Read more »

Nigeria: More Details Emerge As Niger School Abductees Regain Freedom

The kidnapping and release of the students and staff members comes amid a resurgence of mass kidnappings across Nigeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Health Workers' Strike Disrupts Services Across Public Hospitals

Speaking in a telephone interview, Martin Egbanubi, the national secretary of JOHESU, said efforts were ongoing on both sides to resolve the dispute. Read more »

Nigeria: Gov Otti Felicitates With Ex-Minister Ogah On Birthday

In a message celebrating the business mogul, Governor Otti described Mr Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah as an illustrious Abia son who has shown great commitment and dedication to seeing a… Read more »

Nigeria: Relief, Tears As Niger State Receives Rescued Papiri Schoolchildren

The remaining Papiri schoolchildren rescued from abductors on Sunday are finally home in Minna after a tortuous journey. Read more »

Nigeria: Akpoti-Uduaghan's Suspension - Akpabio Asks Supreme Court to Intervene in Appeal Court's Hearing

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has filed an appeal at the Supreme Court to challenge a Court of Appeal ruling in a case that centres on the suspension of Kogi Central Senator… Read more »

Nigeria: 'Don't Withdraw My Movie' - Ini Edo Begs NFVCB

PREMIUM TIMES reported that the actress became embroiled in controversy after CAN described her movie, 'A Very Dirty Christmas', as offensive and disrespectful to the Christian… Read more »

Nigeria: Broken Doctor-Patient Relationships Fuelling Medical Tourism in Nigeria - Expert

The expert says the lack of clear communication, shared decision-making, and patient involvement has weakened confidence in Nigerian healthcare. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Introduces Mandatory Pre-Employment Drug Testing for Public Service Applicants

The new requirement on drug testing is expected to take effect across MDAs as recruitment processes are updated in line with the circular dated 22 December 2025. Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Traffic Agency Deploys Officers, Tow Trucks During Yuletide

LASTMA's General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said the festive season is often characterised by increased traffic arising from concerts, carnivals, religious programmes and other… Read more »

Nigeria: FIFA Ranking - Super Eagles End 2025 in 38th Spot

Nigeria finished the year with 1,502.46 points, sitting fifth in Africa behind Morocco, Senegal, Egypt and Algeria. Read more »

Nigeria: Why Saidu Aliyu Mohammed's Appointment Is a Defining Regulatory Trust Test for Nmdpra

If downstream regulation loses trust, Nigeria does not merely face higher prices. It faces a deeper hazard: market capture; where influence replaces rules Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Declares Public Holidays for Christmas, New Year

Mr Tunji-Ojo extended warm greetings to Christians in Nigeria and around the world, as well as to Nigerians in general. Read more »

Nigeria: Afcon 2025 - Three Tanzania Stars Nigeria's Super Eagles Must Stop in Fez

On paper, it reads like a mismatch. But, AFCON does not forgive slow starts. It punishes arrogance. And it rewards teams brave enough to believe. Read more »

Nigeria: No Hiding Place for SSS DG, Oluwatosin Ajayi

The continuous reforms in the Service since Ajayi's assumption of office and the commendable paradigm shift in its culture and orientation have positively impacted the ability of… Read more »

Nigeria: Katsina to Host Azwan Annual National Conference

The governor said that Zakkat and Waqaf are to moral development, crime prevention and control Read more »

Nigeria: Why I Spoke Out On Alleged Persecution of Christians in Nigeria - Nicki Minaj

"We're not backing down anymore. We are not going to be silenced by bullies," Nicki Minaj said. Read more »

Nigeria: WHO Appoints NNMDA DG As Co-Chair of Global Advisory Group On Traditional Medicine

Mr Emeje, a professor, was appointed alongside Susan Wieland, Director of Cochrane Complementary Medicine, US, as co-chairs of the 19-member expert group selected through an open… Read more »

Nigeria: Abu, Chinese University Revive Double Degree Programme to Boost Tech Skills

ABU's Director of Public Affairs, Auwalu Umar, disclosed this in a statement to journalists in Zaria on Sunday. Read more »

Nigeria: 131 Vandalism Cases Recorded in 2025 - TCN

Mr Abdulaziz said vandalism continues to be a thorny issue in the affairs of TCN. Read more »

Nigeria: Christmas - DHQ Tightens Security Across Nigeria, Deploys Troops, Air Assets - Official

"The Armed Forces of Nigeria have emplaced robust and proactive measures aimed at preventing attacks during the Christmas festivities." Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria's CPC Designation By U.S. Won't Weaken Bilateral Relations - American Lawmakers

The visit was a sequel to US President Donald Trump's designation of Nigeria in October as a CPC. Read more »