December 05, 2025
Nigeria: Immigration CG Visits Kebbi, Assesses Checkpoint Attack, Meets Stakeholders
"I've also considered it needful to make it clear that what happened was not just an assault on NIS, it's an assault on Nigeria's sovereignty, legal border governance and the… Read more »
Nigeria: Drama As Senior Lawyers Battle for Control of Nestoil's Defence At Appeal Court
Drama unfolded at the Court of Appeal in Lagos on Thursday after a fierce dispute among lawyers over who is authorised to represent Nestoil Limited and Neconde Energy in a… Read more »
December 04, 2025
Nigeria: Troost-Ekong Announces Retirement From International Football
The 32-year-old announced on Thursday, in a heartfelt statement and a Facebook post, that he has a deep emotional connection to the national team. Read more »
Tanzania: ICC Asked to Investigate Mass Killings, Human Rights Violations in Tanzania
The lawyers alleged that security forces deployed across protest sites with orders to suppress demonstrations by any means necessary. Read more »
Nigeria: Ex-Defence Minister Denies 'Mischievous Reason' Cited for Resignation
In a statement he personally signed on Wednesday, Mr Badaru described the report as a "malicious, false, and baseless publication being circulated online." Read more »
Nigeria: FEC Approves 2026-2028 MTEF, Targets N34.3trn Revenue in 2026
FEC also approved a $100 million African Development Bank facility under the Nigeria Youth Investment Fund Read more »
Nigeria: Gov Radda Greets New Defence Minister, Wants Sustained Onslaught Against Bandits
Governor Radda noted that Mr Musa's distinguished military career, including his tenure as Chief of Defence Staff, positions him uniquely to tackle the nation's complex security… Read more »
Africa: King's Trust International Appoints New Co-Chairs of Africa Advisory Board
As Co-Chairs, the Aig-Imoukhuedes are expected to deepen the Board's strategic influence and support the expansion of skills and entrepreneurship programmes Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Economic Growth Drops By 0.25% in Q3 2025 - CBN Governor
The CBN governor said Nigeria's economic growth slowed in the third quarter of 2025, with GDP expanding by 3.98 per cent, a 0.25 percentage points lower than the 4.23 per cent… Read more »
Nigeria: Hajj 2026 - NAHCON Releases New Travel Rules, Ticketing System, Medical Conditions for Intending Pilgrims
NAHCON directed all approved Hajj carriers to issue flight tickets to pilgrims scheduled to travel for the 2026 Hajj to ensure they know their exact departure schedules ahead of… Read more »
Nigeria: EFCC Arraigns Company Official for Failing to Appoint Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Desk Officer
EFCC accused the company official of failing to develop programmes to combat money laundering and other illegal acts, by not designating at management level a compliance officer… Read more »
Nigeria: 2Baba's Family Reportedly Petitions IGP, Accuses Natasha of Bigamy, Assault, Financial Misappropriation
This is the second time 2baba's family has petitioned the authorities since his affair with, and eventual marriage to, the lawmaker became public. Read more »
Nigeria: Christopher Musa Unveils Priority As Defence Minister
President Tinubu described Musa as a "fine gentleman" whose track record in service positions him to drive a more integrated national security response." Read more »
Nigeria: Natasha Akpoti, Achalugo, iPhone 17, Davido's 'With You' Are Nigeria's Most-Searched Topics in 2025 - Google
Nollywood actress Chika Ike also made the list after rumours circulated linking her pregnancy to billionaire politician Ned Nwoko. Read more »
Nigeria: Wizkid Is Most Most-Streamed Artiste in Nigeria - Spotify
Davido's "With You" was also named most-streamed song in Nigeria in 2025. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Army Destroys Bandits' Camps in Taraba, Arrest Suspect
The Army's Acting Assistant Director of Public Relations, Umar Muhammad, said the raids showed that "no terrain is inaccessible to the Nigerian Army and no criminal enclave is… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Receives Letters of Credence From 17 Ambassadors, Four High Commissioners
President Tinubu assured the global community that Nigeria remains fully committed to promoting peace, harmony, and prosperity across borders by strengthening partnerships to… Read more »
Nigeria: Lead Poisoning - Nigerian Lawmakers Summon Four Ministers After Premium Times/the Examination Report
Senators called for urgent medical interventions, strict regulatory enforcement, and a coordinated national response. Read more »
Nigeria: Court Hears Nnamdi Kanu's Motion Seeking His Transfer From Sokoto Prison
Nnamdi Kanu outlined eight grounds for seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison. Read more »
Nigeria: How Police Negligence, Family's Inaction Led to Death of Woman Sexually Abused By Uncle
The police acknowledged that the deceased filed a complaint, on 28 November 2025, in which she alleged that her uncle had been sexually abusing her, threatening her life and her… Read more »
Nigeria: Ribadu, Kukah, Sultan Outline How Nigeria Can Achieve Lasting Peace
"No nation secures itself through security forces alone. Everyone must play a role, especially at the community level." Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Nominates 65 More Ambassadors - Ex-Governors, Ex-Senators Included
The president's request was conveyed in a letter read by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, during Thursday's plenary. Read more »
Nigeria: Zamfara Lawmaker From Senator Yari's Constituency Dumps APC for PDP
The defection of Mr Hassan (APC, Mafara North), was announced on Thursday at the plenary by the Speaker of Zamfara State House of Assembly during the presentation of the 2026… Read more »
Morocco/Nigeria: Afcon 2025 Countdown - Chukwueze, Lookman, Okoye, Ajayi Lead Charge As Stars Hit Championship Form for Action in Morocco
For a football nation still reeling from a disappointing 2026 World Cup qualifying collapse, the AFCON presents more than just redemption; it offers a path back to continental… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's Deep Insecurity Demands More Than an Emergency Declaration
The country's security sector is beset by long-standing challenges that undermine its ability to address violence and insecurity. Read more »
