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Ex-Abia Gov. Orji Kalu Backs Trump’s Military Action Against Terrorists
Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has defended recent comments by U.S President Donald Trump, insisting that the American leader did not lie about Nigeria’s security challenges. Speaking to Journalists in the National Assembly, Kalu said Trump’s remarks reflect the grim reality of ongoing attacks on Nigerians across religious […]
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Wike’s clash with military officer, threat to national security — Buratai
A former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai (retd.), has warned that the confrontation between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and a Nigerian Navy officer in Abuja represents “a clear and present danger to national security” and called for urgent corrective action. Buratai, in a statement on his […]
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Again, Abuja court stops PDP national convention
A Federal High Court in Abuja has again stopped the Peoples Democratic Party from proceeding with its planned national convention scheduled to take place in Ibadan, Oyo State, between November 15 and 16. The court also barred the Independent National Electoral Commission from supervising, monitoring, or recognising any outcome from the planned convention where national […]
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Pensioners give FG deadline, plan naked protest Nov 24
The Coalition of Federal Pensioners of Nigeria has threatened a nationwide naked protest on November 24, if government fails to pay their outstanding pension increment arrears and palliative allowances. The coalition’s National Chairman, Mr Mukaila Ogunbote, announced this while briefing newsmen in Lagos, yesterday. Ogunbote, who is also the Chairman, Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NIPOST […]
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Tinubu must show determination to flush out Boko Haram sympathisers from military —Professor Akinyemi
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Professor Bolaji Akinyemi, has said for the present administration to succeed in its war against insurgents and bandits, it must show determination to weed out terrorists’ sympathisers in the military. He made the declaration on Tuesday while speaking on Arise TV live programme, Morning Show. The former Minister alleged that […]
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Presidency Expresses Optimism Over Tinubu–Trump Meeting
The Nigerian presidency has expressed optimism that President Bola Tinubu will soon meet with U.S. President Donald Trump to strengthen bilateral relations between both countries. Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, made the disclosure in a recent interview. “I said Tinubu and Trump will hopefully meet, either at the […]
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Court Blocks PDP Convention in Ibadan for the Second Time
A Federal High Court in Abuja has, for the second time, stopped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from holding its planned national convention scheduled for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State. Justice Peter Lifu issued the order on Tuesday following an application filed by former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, who accused the […]
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BREAKING: INEC presents certificates of return to Soludo, deputy
The Independent National Electoral Commission has issued certificates of return to the Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, and his deputy, Onyekachukwu Ibezim. The certificates were presented to them by the Supervising INEC National Commissioner in charge of the Anambra State election, Kenneth Ikeagu, on Tuesday, in Akwa, two days after Soludo and his deputy were […]
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Osun Govt Dismisses APC’s ₦1 Trillion Allocation Claim as False
The Osun State Government has dismissed claims by the All Progressives Congress (APC) that Governor Ademola Adeleke squandered ₦1 trillion in state allocations since 2022, describing the allegation as “fake news” and “a failed propaganda” ahead of the 2026 elections. In a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the government said the APC’s […]
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Tinubu committed to ending terrorism, insecurity — Presidency
The Presidency has reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to tackling insecurity and promoting peaceful coexistence among Nigerians, describing him as a leader determined to end terrorism and rebuild national unity. The Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Sunday Dare, stated this in a post shared on X on Tuesday, commending Tinubu’s focus on […]
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Over 100,000 policemen assigned to VIPs — EU report
More than 100,000 officers of the Nigeria Police Force are currently deployed to protect politicians and other Very Important Persons, raising concerns over inadequate security coverage for ordinary citizens, a new report has revealed. The report, published in November 2025 by the European Union Agency for Asylum, noted that the Nigeria Police Force has an […]
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2027: Tinubu defeatable, says Amaechi
A former governor of Rivers State and chieftain of the opposition coalition, African Democratic Congress, Rotimi Amaechi, has urged Nigerians to prepare to vote massively in 2027 to ensure that President Bola Tinubu is defeated.  According to Amaechi, who in August declared his interest to contest for President in 2027, the fact that Tinubu was […]
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Religion not Nigeria’s crisis, says Soyinka
Nobel laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka has faulted recent remarks by United States President Donald Trump, who classified Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged persecution of Christians. He warned that such sweeping statements distort reality and risk deepening religious divisions. Trump had, earlier this month, threatened possible military action against Nigeria over alleged killings of […]
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EFCC declares Timipre Sylva wanted
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared a former Minister of Petroleum Resources and former Governor of Bayelsa State, Timipre Sylva, wanted. In a satement on Monday, the anti-graft agency said Sylva is wanted in connection with an alleged case of conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14,859,257( Fourteen Million, Eight Hundred and Fifty Nine Thousand, […]
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NYSC begins verification for foreign-trained graduates
The National Youth Service Corps says it has commenced the physical verification of credentials and travel documents for foreign-trained Nigerian graduates who registered for the 2025 Batch ‘C’ Service Year. The agency noted that it will hold from Monday, November 10 (today) to Wednesday, November 12, 2025, across designated centres nationwide. According to a statement […]
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NAHCON slashes 2026 Hajj fare by N792,000
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced a significant reduction in the cost of performing the 2026 Hajj, offering major financial relief to intending pilgrims across the country. In a revised fare breakdown released on Monday, the commission said pilgrims departing from the Southern Zone will benefit the most, with a reduction of N792,943.83, […]
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NSCIA and PFN Clash Over Alleged Christian Genocide in Nigeria
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) and the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) have publicly disagreed over the ongoing violence in Nigeria, sparking a heated debate on whether Christians are facing genocide in the country. At a press conference held in Abuja on Sunday, NSCIA Secretary-General, Professor Is-haq Oloyede, dismissed claims of Christian […]
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Wike gives FCT land use defaulters 14-day ultimatum
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a final 14-day grace period to property owners in Asokoro, Maitama, Garki and Wuse districts to pay a N5m penalty for violating approved land-use provisions. The directive was contained in a statement on Sunday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social […]
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Adeboye urges Tinubu to delay Trump for 100 days
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has urged President Bola Tinubu to move swiftly and diplomatically to persuade United States President Donald Trump to delay any action against Nigeria for at least 100 days amid rising tensions over the alleged persecution of Christians. Speaking at the November Holy Ghost […]
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PDP crisis: 3,000 delegates set for high-stakes convention
Tension is mounting in the factional camps of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party as more than 3,000 delegates prepare to converge on the ancient city of Ibadan, Oyo State for the party’s national elective convention. The event, billed for November 15 and 16, 2025, has been a subject of controversy among the two warring camps […]
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FG confirms 700 jailed for terrorism
The Federal Government has disclosed that more than 700 individuals have been convicted and jailed for terrorism-related offences across Nigeria, with several other prosecutions currently underway. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this in response to a question from news correspondents on the number of convicted terrorists.  In response to the designation […]
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FG exceeds 2025 borrowing target by 55.6%
The Federal Government (FG) has borrowed N17.36 trillion from domestic and foreign sources in the first 10 months of this year. This represents N6.06 trillion (55.6 per cent) in excess of the N10.9 trillion stipulated in the 2025 Appropriation Act on 10 months prorate bases. The total borrowing in 2025 approved budget is N13.08 trillion […]
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JUST IN: Oluyede emerges Ekiti PDP Gov candidate
Renowned physician and businessman, Dr. Wole Oluyede, has emerged the governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2026 election in Ekiti State. Oluyede clinched the ticket after polling 279 votes to defeat his closest rival, Funsho Ayeni, who garnered 239 votes, while the only female aspirant in the race, Funmi Oguns, secured 17 […]
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Doctors dispute FG’s N11.9bn payout, strike continues
The President of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors, Dr. Muhammad Suleiman, has faulted the Federal Government’s claim that it is releasing N11.9bn within 72 hours for the payment of outstanding arrears and allowances to doctors and other health workers across the country. Suleiman, who spoke exclusively with The PUNCH on Sunday, said only about N500m of […]
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Shettima returns from Brazil, says Nigeria’ll drive Africa’s climate action
Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Belém, Brazil, for Abuja after a series of high-level engagements at the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), where he represented President Bola Tinubu. Nigeria used the global platform to reaffirm its resolve to champion climate solutions across Africa and leverage its strategic influence to mobilise climate finance for the continent. […]
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LAUTECH campus shut over protest
The management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology has ordered a two-week closure of its Iseyin campus. This followed a demonstration by students over the death of a 200-level boy, who was killed by a yet-to-be-identified commercial driver on the Iseyin/Saki Road, Oyo State. Findings by news correspondents revealed that the deceased was a student […]
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BREAKING: INEC declares Soludo winner of Anambra Gov poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Governor Chukwuma Soludo winner of the November 8 governorship election in Anambra State. According to the electoral umpire, Soludo, candidate of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) polled 422,664 to defeat his closest rival, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who scored 99,445.  The candidate of the […]
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Oyebanji swears in 10 permanent secretaries
• Reaffirms Commitment To Merit-based Appointments Into Critical Positions Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, on Thursday swore in 10 newly appointed permanent secretaries in the State Civil Service, urging them to discharge their duties effectively, including maintaining the tempo of development in the state. Speaking at the event, Oyebanji urged the new permanent secretaries to work […]
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