BREAKING: 50 students escape after Niger Catholic school abduction
Fifty students kidnapped from St. Mary’s Catholic Schools in Papiri, Niger State, have regained freedom. The students quietly reunited with their families between Friday and Saturday. Pope Leo XIV appeals…
BREAKING: Troops Arrest Suspected Kidnapper Negotiating ₦20m Ransom in Taraba
Troops arrest Umar Musa Geyi, a suspected kidnapper, while allegedly negotiating a ₦20m ransom in Wukari, Taraba State. Army says the suspect has been on the wanted list and is…
Mass School Closures Sweep Northern Nigeria as Governors Enforce Emergency Security Measures
Ten northern states shut boarding schools or tighten security after fresh student abductions Governors introduce watchmen, surveillance teams, fencing and joint patrols Federal Government closes 41 Unity Colleges over rising…
Nigeria Seeks Fair Mineral Trade, Ethical AI Rules at G20 Summit
Nigeria demands fairness in global critical minerals trade. Shettima says transparency and value addition must start at the source. Nigeria pushes for ethical AI rules that prevent inequality. Tinubu calls…
Kano APC in Turmoil as Party Chairman, Minister Clash Over 2027 Endorsement
Kano APC Chairman Abdullahi Abbas clashes with Minister Yusuf Abdullahi Attah over alleged endorsement of Jibrin Barau for the 2027 governorship race. Abbas warns the minister against making unguarded political…
Auditor-General: NNPC Paid Over $51m to Contractors Under Questionable Circumstances
Auditor-General’s 808-page report exposes $51m in questionable payments made by NNPC to contractors. Findings detail systemic financial rule violations, weak internal controls, and unverified contract executions. Report raises fresh concerns…
Delta Widows Hail Oborevwori for Paying October Stipends
10,000 verified widows under the Delta Widows Welfare Scheme receive October stipends as directed by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. State Coordinator Chief Isioma Okonta praises the governor’s consistent and compassionate leadership.…
Naira Suffers Sharp Week-on-Week Depreciation at Official FX Market
Naira depreciates to ₦1,456.73/$1 at the official market, losing ₦14.06 week-on-week. Black market rate remains stable at ₦1,465/$1 despite declining patronage. The drop comes even as Nigeria’s foreign reserves rise…
El-Rufai Alleges ₦1bn Payment to Bandits by Kaduna Government
Former governor Nasir El-Rufai alleges the Kaduna State Government paid ₦1bn to bandits. Claims include accusations of negotiations and apologies to bandits, with El-Rufai insisting he has “evidence”. The allegation…
Afrobeats Is GDP, Not Just Culture – Enilolobo
Western labels accused of exploiting weak African music structures. Artists reportedly signing contracts that limit long-term ownership. Enilolobo says Afrobeats’ global success must benefit Africa first. Calls for stronger local…
