Ribadu Hosts US Delegation for Security Talks
Still in security matters, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, announced on Sunday that he hosted a United States Congressional delegation in Abuja as part of ongoing security talks between Nigeria and the US. This visit follows earlier discussions held in Washington, focusing on mutual security interests. Speaking on his social media, Ribadu said the […]
Tinubu Seeks Frence Support Amid Northern Nigeria Violence
President Bola Tinubu has reached out to France for increased assistance as the country battles rising violence in the northern regions. French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Sunday that he spoke with Tinubu about strengthening cooperation. Northern Nigeria has seen a surge in attacks recently, including kidnappings from schools and churches. In recent weeks, the […]
Tinubu Orders Herders to Hand Over Illegal Weapons
President Bola Tinubu has urged herders to end open grazing, surrender illegal weapons, and adopt ranching as part of a national strategy to curb recurring farmer–herder clashes. He said ranching is essential for modern livestock production and long-term peace, noting that the new Ministry of Livestock will guide the transition. Tinubu also called on religious […]
Nigeria’s Unfair Justice Exposed, Analyst Says
Lawyer and political analyst Malcolm Emokiniovo Omirhobo says Nnamdi Kanu’s life sentence exposes Nigeria’s deeply uneven justice system—one that swiftly punishes some citizens while protecting others accused of worse offences. He argues that while Kanu has been arrested, detained, tried, and convicted, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi—who openly engages with armed bandits, defends their actions, and speaks […]
Senator Confident Kebbi Schoolgirls Will Be Rescued Soon
Senator Garba Maidoki, representing Kebbi South, expressed confidence that the abducted schoolgirls will soon be rescued. Speaking on Channels Television, he confirmed that the girls are still within Kebbi South and assured the public they would return in one to two days. Describing the kidnapping as the most unfortunate week of his life, Maidoki vowed […]
Security Tight as Rival PDP Factions Plan Parallel Meetings
Security was reinforced at the PDP national headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday as rival factions prepared to hold separate meetings at the same venue. Armed police and patrol vehicles were stationed outside the secretariat, where factional national secretary Samuel Anyanwu — aligned with Nyesom Wike — arrived early and took control of his office. Anyanwu […]
Mr Jollof Apologizes After In-Flight Clash with VeryDarkMan
Nigerian comedian Mr Jollof has addressed his in-flight confrontation with social media figure VeryDarkMan, saying he acted only in self-defense. In an Instagram video, he apologized to passengers, aviation authorities and United Nigeria Airlines for the disruption, adding that the incident would not happen again. He also expressed regret to his family, calling the clash […]
U.S. Lawmaker Criticized Over Kebbi Abduction Remarks
U.S. lawmaker Riley Moore condemned the abduction of 25 schoolgirls from Government Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, urging prayers for the victims and the slain vice principal. He described the attack as occurring in a “Christian enclave,” prompting swift correction from former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad, who said the community and victims are Muslim. […]
Aliyu Says Azikiwe’s Compromises Helped Keep Nigeria United
Former Niger State Governor Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu says Nigeria’s first president, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, made critical political compromises that helped keep the young nation together. Speaking at the 2025 Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe Award Lecture in Abuja, Aliyu noted that Zik partnered across party lines in both the First and Second Republics to protect Nigeria’s fragile […]
Nwabali Apologizes After Nigeria’s World Cup Playoff Loss
Stanley Nwabali has apologized to Nigerians after the Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup hopes ended in a 4–3 penalty shootout defeat to DR Congo. The match finished 1–1 after extra time, and although Nwabali saved two penalties, misses from Calvin Bassey, Moses Simon, and Semi Ajayi sealed Nigeria’s exit. DR Congo captain Chancel Mbemba converted […]
