# AfriReporters

> The Voice for All Africans


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- [IHR Calls for Exam-Based Appointment of Hajj Officials to Improve Pilgrims’ Welfare](https://afrireporters.com/2026/01/06/ihr-calls-for-exam-based-appointment-of-hajj-officials-to-improve-pilgrims-welfare/): The Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR), a registered faith-based civil society organisation, has urged the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Boards to adopt an examination-based, merit-driven process for the appointment of Hajj officials, warning that the current practice undermines service delivery to Nigerian pilgrims. In a statement signed on Tuesday by its National Coordinator, Ibrahim Muhammad, the organisation said the absence of structured screening and assessment mechanisms at both state and national levels has contributed significantly to operational lapses experienced by Nigerian pilgrims during the annual pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. According to IHR, political considerations...
- [IGP Deploys DIG Gumel, 17 Commissioners to Strategic Commands](https://afrireporters.com/2026/01/06/igp-deploys-dig-gumel-17-commissioners-to-strategic-commands/): The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered the deployment of a newly promoted Deputy Inspector-General of Police and 17 Commissioners of Police to key departments, commands and formations across the country in a move aimed at strengthening leadership, boosting operational efficiency and enhancing public safety. According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the deployment affects DIG Mohammed Usaini Gumel and several senior officers recently elevated in rank. DIG Gumel has been posted to head the Force Intelligence Department (FID), a strategic arm of the Nigeria Police Force, as...
- [Police Confirm Release of Six Kwara Vigilante Members Arrested in Edo](https://afrireporters.com/2026/01/06/police-confirm-release-of-six-kwara-vigilante-members-arrested-in-edo/): The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the receipt, investigation, and subsequent release of six vigilante members earlier arrested by personnel of the Nigerian Army in Edo State. According to a press statement issued on Tuesday, the vigilante members were arrested along the Auchi–Ikpeshi Road in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area of Edo State while travelling in a vehicle belonging to Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. The Command disclosed that the suspects were formally handed over on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, by the Brigade Commander of the 22 Armoured Brigade, Sobi Barracks, Ilorin, Brigadier General N. N. Rume, for...
- [Anthony Joshua Set to Retire from Boxing After Tragic Crash, Family Reveals](https://afrireporters.com/2026/01/06/anthony-joshua-set-to-retire-from-boxing-after-tragic-crash-family-reveals/): A member of Anthony Joshua’s family has claimed that the former heavyweight world champion is set to retire from professional boxing, following a tragic road accident in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two of his close associates. Joshua, 36, was involved in a fatal crash last Monday on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Makun, when his vehicle reportedly collided with a stationary truck. While the British-Nigerian boxing star escaped with only minor injuries, two members of his inner circle — Sina Ghami and Latif ‘Latz’ Ayodele — lost their lives at the scene. The remains of the deceased were laid...
- [Troops Bust Criminal Gang, Recover Arms and Ammunition in Delta](https://afrireporters.com/2026/01/04/troops-bust-criminal-gang-recover-arms-and-ammunition-in-delta/): Troops of 63 Brigade/Sector 1, Joint Task Force, South-South, Operation DELTA SAFE have dismantled a criminal gang and recovered a cache of arms and ammunition in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State. The operation, carried out around Ibusa following credible intelligence, led to the arrest of two suspected members of a notorious cult group. During the raid, troops recovered two pump-action rifles from the suspects, while an additional three pump-action rifles were retrieved from purported local vigilantes. The suspects and recovered weapons have been handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation. In a follow-up operation, troops...
- [EFCC Arraigns Bauchi Commissioner for Alleged N5.7bn Money Laundering](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/30/efcc-arraigns-bauchi-commissioner-for-alleged-n5-7bn-money-laundering/): The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 arraigned Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance and former Branch Manager of Polaris Bank Plc, Bauchi State branch, Yakubu Adamu, before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, over alleged money laundering offences involving N5,791,900,000 (Five Billion, Seven Hundred and Ninety-One million, Nine Hundred Thousand Naira). Adamu was arraigned alongside Ayab Agro Products and Freight Company Limited on a six-count charge bordering on money laundering, contrary to Section 21(a) and punishable under Section 21 of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. At the commencement...
- [Demolition of Oyo Baptist School and Conversion to Crusade Ground an Act of Religious Bias - MUSCOS](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/30/demolition-of-oyo-baptist-school-and-conversion-to-crusade-ground-an-act-of-religious-bias-muscos/): Strong reactions have continued to trail the demolition of Baptist Primary School 1, Idikan, in Ibadan, Oyo State. The Muslim Community of Oyo State (MUSCOS) described the action as an injustice, an act of religious bias and a blow to public education. Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade, an Executive Member of MUSCOS, condemned the demolition in a strongly worded statement issued on Tuesday, saying the action went beyond the destruction of a physical structure and amounted to a deliberate disruption of the future of innocent schoolchildren. “The demolition of Baptist Primary School 1, Idikan, reportedly carried out under the authority of the...
- [Nigeria Reaffirms Support for Somalia’s Unity, Warns Against Any Recognition of Breakaway Territories](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/28/nigeria-reaffirms-support-for-somalias-unity-warns-against-any-recognition-of-breakaway-territories/): The Federal Government of Nigeria has reiterated its firm support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political unity of the Federal Republic of Somalia, warning international actors against any action that could undermine the country’s constitutional order. In a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja on Saturday, Nigeria said its position is anchored on the principles of the United Nations Charter and the Constitutive Act of the African Union, which uphold the sovereignty and political independence of all member states. “Nigeria declares its firm and unequivocal support for the sovereignty, unity, and statehood of the...
- [Professional Certification Key to Accountability and Global Competitiveness — Akinsulure](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/26/professional-certification-key-to-accountability-and-global-competitiveness-akinsulure/): Professional certification has been identified as a critical tool for ensuring accountability, quality, and global competitiveness in Nigeria’s education sector. This position was articulated by Mrs. Adeola Akinsulure, a biology teacher at Omole Senior Grammar School and First Runner-Up of the 2025 Maltina Teacher of the Year Award, during a webinar on the 2025 National Teachers Policy. The webinar, themed “Teachers at the Helm: Understanding the 2025 National Teachers Policy for a Brighter Future,” was jointly organised by the Director of the Wisdom International School of Excellence (WISE), Mr. Kabiru Abass. Held on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, the virtual session...
- [Misguided Bombs and Dangerous Narratives: When the Fight Against Terror Misses Its Target](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/26/misguided-bombs-and-dangerous-narratives-when-the-fight-against-terror-misses-its-target/): By Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade For the first time in Nigeria’s modern history, the United States has carried out a direct military strike on Nigerian soil under the pretext of fighting terrorism. This troubling development follows earlier threats by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who had repeatedly alleged a so-called “Christian genocide” in Nigeria and hinted at possible military intervention. What makes this incident deeply alarming is not merely the involvement of a foreign power, but the grave misrepresentation of Nigeria’s security realities and the reckless choice of targets allegedly hit during the operation. Credible accounts from residents, particularly in parts...
- [Nigeria, U.S. Deepen Security Cooperation as Airstrikes Hit Terrorist Targets in North-West](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/26/nigeria-u-s-deepen-security-cooperation-as-airstrikes-hit-terrorist-targets-in-north-west/): The Federal Government has confirmed ongoing security and intelligence cooperation between Nigeria and the United States, leading to precision airstrikes on terrorist targets in parts of North-West Nigeria. This was disclosed in a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja on Friday, December 26, 2025. According to the ministry, the collaboration forms part of structured engagements with international partners aimed at tackling terrorism and violent extremism across the country. The ministry explained that the partnership with the United States involves intelligence sharing, strategic coordination, and other forms of support carried out in line with international law,...
- [Explosion Rocks Mosque at Gamboru Market in Maiduguri](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/24/explosion-rocks-mosque-at-gamboru-market-in-maiduguri/): An explosion caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) has rocked a mosque at Gamboru Main Market in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The incident occurred on Tuesday, December 24, at about 6:00 p.m., while Muslim worshippers were observing the Maghrib prayers, according to reports. The mosque, located within the busy Gamboru market, is usually filled with worshippers, including traders and buyers who patronise the market on a daily basis, raising concerns over possible casualties. However, details regarding injuries or loss of lives were yet to be confirmed as of the time of filing this report. Security operatives were said...
- [FG Declares Holidays for Christmas, Boxing Day, New Year](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/22/fg-declares-holidays-for-christmas-boxing-day-new-year/): The Federal Government has declared Thursday, December 25, Friday, December 26, 2025, and Thursday, January 1, 2026, as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year celebrations. The declaration was announced in a statement issued on Monday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Mr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo. According to the statement, the minister urged Nigerians to use the festive season as a period of deep reflection on the core values of love, peace, humility and sacrifice, which are associated with the birth of Jesus Christ....
- [US Visa Restrictions Not Targeted at Nigerians, Says Envoy](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/22/us-visa-restrictions-not-targeted-at-nigerians-says-envoy/): The United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Richard Mills, has clarified that the recent visa restrictions announced by the U.S. government are not intended to penalise Nigerians but are part of efforts to strengthen security and border control procedures. Mills made the clarification on Sunday, December 21, while addressing journalists at a press conference in Abuja, following concerns raised over Nigeria’s inclusion among countries facing partial entry restrictions. According to the ambassador, the presidential proclamation, which is scheduled to take effect from January 1, 2026, affects only certain visa categories and forms part of broader measures to secure U.S. borders...
- [Tinubu Nominates New Heads for NUPRC, NMDPRA After Resignations of Ahmed, Komolafe](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/17/tinubu-nominates-new-heads-for-nuprc-nmdpra-after-resignations-of-ahmed-komolafe/): President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has forwarded the names of two nominees to the Senate for confirmation as chief executives of Nigeria’s petroleum regulatory agencies, following the resignation of Engineer Farouk Ahmed and Gbenga Komolafe. The nominations were contained in a letter to the Senate in which the President sought expedited approval for Oritsemeyiwa Amanorisewo Eyesan as Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and Engineer Saidu Aliyu Mohammed as Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The request followed the resignation of Ahmed, who headed the NMDPRA, and Komolafe, who...
- [EFCC Arrests Herbalists with $3.43m, €280,000 Counterfeit Notes in Osun, Lagos](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/17/efcc-arrests-herbalists-with-3-43m-e280000-counterfeit-notes-in-osun-lagos/): Operatives of the Ibadan Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested a five-member syndicate of suspected herbalists over alleged involvement in fraud and possession of counterfeit foreign currencies amounting to $3.43 million and €280,000 in Osun and Lagos states. The suspects were apprehended following intelligence-led surveillance linking them to the alleged swindling of one Halima Sanni of the sum of N26.55 million. According to the EFCC, the arrests were carried out on December 7 and 8, 2025, at different shrines operated by the suspects in Osun and Lagos. Those arrested were identified as Akingbola Omotayo,...
- [FRSC Orders Prosecution of TikTok Star Peller Over Distracted Driving Crash](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/15/frsc-orders-prosecution-of-tiktok-star-peller-over-distracted-driving-crash/): The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has ordered the prosecution of popular TikTok streamer Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, following a road traffic crash linked to distracted driving. The Corps Marshal of the FRSC, Shehu Mohammed, expressed concern over what he described as a rising trend of reckless road use among celebrities, content creators and social media influencers, warning that such conduct poses serious risks to public safety and undermines national road safety efforts. The directive followed a widely circulated video showing Peller engaging in a live video stream while driving, an act that reportedly resulted in a crash....
- [Political Ambition and the Misuse of Prophecy: A Moral Question for Minister Adelabu](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/15/political-ambition-and-the-misuse-of-prophecy-a-moral-question-for-minister-adelabu/): By Amb. Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade The recent petition by Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, to the Department of State Services (DSS) against Primate Elijah Ayodele has been widely discussed as a case of alleged spiritual extortion. While attention has largely focused on the cleric, a more important moral question remains unanswered: what role did the minister himself play in encouraging the very system he now condemns? According to reports, the minister engaged a prophetic figure in matters relating to his 2027 Oyo State governorship ambition. Although he later rejected the alleged financial demands and sought legal redress, faith...
- [NIREC Member Sanni Faults Council’s Silence on U.S. ‘Christian Genocide’ Claim](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/11/nirec-member-sanni-faults-councils-silence-on-u-s-christian-genocide-claim/): A member of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC), Ishaq Kunle Sanni, has criticised the organisation for what he described as its failure to counter the claim by former U.S. President Donald Trump alleging “Christian genocide” in Nigeria. In an open letter addressed to fellow NIREC members, Sanni said he was unable to attend the council’s meeting but felt compelled to communicate his concerns. He noted that since the formation of NIREC in 1999—made up of equal representatives of Muslims and Christians to promote religious harmony—he had remained a committed member. Sanni stated that while NIREC had recorded achievements over the...
- [ECOWAS Declares Regional State of Emergency](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/09/ecowas-declares-regional-state-of-emergency/): The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has declared a regional state of emergency following a surge in military coups, attempted power grabs and political instability across West Africa. The announcement was made by ECOWAS Commission President, Omar Alieu Touray, during the 55th ordinary session of the bloc’s Mediation and Security Council at ministerial level, held on December 9, 2025, in Abuja. Addressing ministers and diplomats, Touray warned that the resurgence of unconstitutional changes of government poses a severe threat to peace, democracy and regional stability. He called for urgent introspection on the fragility of democratic institutions in the...
- [Tax Reforms Strengthen Economic Competitiveness: What you need to know about Nigeria's Tax Administration Act that goes into force in January 2026](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/09/tax-reforms-strengthen-economic-competitiveness-what-you-need-to-know-about-nigerias-tax-administration-act-that-goes-into-force-in-january-2026/): By Dr Tope Fasua In recent weeks, a wave of commentary has suggested that Nigeria’s new tax regime may scare away investors, trigger capital flight, or damage business competitiveness. These concerns, although understandable in an environment where fiscal reforms attract intense public scrutiny, are largely misplaced. The 2025 tax reforms, anchored by the new Nigeria Tax Act (NTA) and Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA), represent one of Nigeria’s most pro-investment, pro-market, and modernising tax policy updates in decades. Far from undermining growth and competitiveness, the reforms simplify the tax landscape, align Nigeria with global best practices, reduce compliance burdens, and...
- [Tinubu Swears in Gen. Musa as Minister of Defence](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/04/tinubu-swears-in-gen-musa-as-minister-of-defence/): President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday sworn in General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd) as the new Minister of Defence during a brief ceremony held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. General Musa’s appointment comes days after the resignation of the former Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, on December 1, 2025. His nomination was immediately forwarded to the Senate, where it received swift screening and confirmation. Born in Sokoto in 1967, General Musa was commissioned into the Nigerian Army as a second lieutenant in 1991 and built a distinguished career spanning over three decades. President Tinubu appointed him Chief of...
- [CBN Eases Cash Withdrawal Rules, Abolishes Deposit Limits](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/03/cbn-eases-cash-withdrawal-rules-abolishes-deposit-limits/): The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced sweeping changes to its cash handling regulations, raising withdrawal limits and completely removing deposit restrictions in a move aimed at easing liquidity pressures across the country. The new policy becomes effective on January 1, 2026. The directive, issued in a circular signed by Dr. Rita I. Sike, Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department, marks one of the most significant adjustments to the apex bank’s cash policy in recent years. Under the revised framework, the weekly cash withdrawal limit for individuals has been increased from ₦100,000 to ₦500,000, applicable across all...
- [Community Raises Alarm Over Rising Fatal Accidents on Odejayi–Aromonlaran Road in Ibadan](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/02/community-raises-alarm-over-rising-fatal-accidents-on-odejayi-aromonlaran-road-in-ibadan/): The Aromonlaran Muslim Community has called on the Oyo State Government to urgently restore safety measures along the Odejayi–Aromonlaran axis of Gate–Sawmill, Old Ife Road in Ibadan, following a series of recurring accidents that have claimed four lives within the last two years. The community described the road as increasingly dangerous for residents, students, and commuters, citing several tragic incidents. Earlier this year, a Loyola College student was reportedly killed in a motor accident along the route. In response, a speed bump was installed in front of the school to curb overspeeding. However, the community noted that the speed bump...
- [Governor Adeleke Dumps PDP](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/02/governor-adeleke-dumps-pdp/): Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), a move that intensifies the already deepening crisis within the party less than 24 hours before its scheduled governorship primary. The PDP’s State Chairman, Sunday Bisi, had earlier announced on Monday that the Tuesday primary would no longer hold due to internal factional clashes. He also disclosed that Adeleke had opted out of the race amid the escalating turmoil. But a conflicting directive said to have come from the PDP National Secretariat insisted that the primary must proceed as planned, naming the Atlantic Multipurpose Hall in Osogbo...
- [Defence Minister Badaru Abubakar Resigns](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/02/defence-minister-badaru-abubakar-resigns/): Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned from office with immediate effect, citing health reasons. His resignation was conveyed in a letter dated December 1 and addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The President has accepted the minister’s decision and expressed gratitude for his service to the nation, according to a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. The Presidency is expected to notify the Senate of a successor later this week. Badaru, 63, served two terms as governor of Jigawa State between 2015 and 2023 before being appointed Defence...
- [EFCC Says No Evidence to Support Mr P’s Allegation of $800,000 Fraud by P-Square Brothers](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/01/efcc-says-no-evidence-to-support-mr-ps-allegation-of-800000-fraud-by-p-square-brothers/): The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has stated that it possesses no evidence to back singer Peter Okoye’s allegation that his brothers and former music partners, Jude Okoye and Paul Okoye, fraudulently withdrew $800,000 from their joint company account. Peter, popularly known as Mr P, had in 2024 petitioned the anti-graft agency, accusing Jude of diverting funds belonging to the defunct music group, P-Square, operating 47 undeclared bank accounts, and altering the shareholding structure of their jointly owned company, Northside Entertainment Ltd. During proceedings on May 23, 2025, Peter testified that new findings revealed Jude and Paul allegedly withdrew...
- [Flick Confirms Araujo Ruled Out of Atletico Clash](https://afrireporters.com/2025/12/01/flick-confirms-araujo-ruled-out-of-atletico-clash/): Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has confirmed that defender Ronald Araujo will be unavailable for Tuesday’s crucial La Liga encounter against Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou. Speaking during his pre-match press conference, Flick revealed that Araujo—who missed the club’s last outing due to a stomach bug—has not recovered sufficiently to return. He hinted at additional personal factors affecting the player but declined to elaborate, urging the media to respect Araujo’s privacy. “Araujo isn’t ready; it’s a private matter, and I don’t want to say more. I would ask you to respect their wishes; that’s all I can and will say,” Flick...
- [Omokri, Fani-Kayode Nominated Ambassadors as Tinubu Sends New Names to Senate](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/29/omokri-fani-kayode-nominated-ambassadors-as-tinubu-sends-new-names-to-senate/): President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has submitted a fresh list of 32 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for screening and confirmation, days after forwarding an initial batch of three names to the upper chamber. In two separate letters addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu requested swift consideration and confirmation of 15 career ambassadors and 17 non-career ambassadors. The new list reflects a gender-inclusive slate, with four women among the career nominees and six among the non-career nominees. Among the high-profile non-career nominees are former presidential aide Reno Omokri (Delta) and former Aviation Minister Chief Femi Fani-Kayode (Osun). The list...
- [Lere Paimo:ANTP Dismisses Viral Death Rumour, Says Actor Alive](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/29/lere-paimoantp-dismisses-viral-death-rumour-says-actor-alive/): The Association of Nigeria Theatre Arts Practitioners (ANTP) has clarified that Chief Olalere OsunPaimo (MFR), the revered Yoruba theatre icon widely known as Baba Eda Onile Ola, is alive and in good health, contrary to false reports circulating on Facebook. In a statement released by the National Public Relations Officer of the association, Prince Adejonwo Oluwafemi Femson, ANTP described the rumours of the veteran actor’s death as completely unfounded. He confirmed that the association had spoken directly with Chief OsunPaimo’s wife, who assured them that her husband is “alive, well, and in stable condition.” Prince Adejonwo condemned the originators of...
- [Jonathan Explains Departure from Guinea Bissau, Appreciates Tinubu, Ouattara for Swift Support](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/29/jonathan-explains-departure-from-guinea-bissau-appreciates-tinubu-ouattara-for-swift-support/): Former President Goodluck Jonathan has provided a detailed explanation regarding his departure from Guinea Bissau following the reported coup attempt that created tension in the West African nation. Speaking to journalists, Jonathan clarified that he left aboard an aircraft provided by Côte d’Ivoire because the Ivorian authorities secured landing clearance faster than Nigeria. Jonathan disclosed that both President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President Alassane Ouattara immediately offered to send aircraft to evacuate him and his delegation. He noted that the swift interventions demonstrated strong regional cooperation and personal concern from the two leaders. “Both presidents were to send aircraft to...
- [AU Condemns Military Coup in Guinea-Bissau](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/28/au-condemns-military-coup-in-guinea-bissau/): The African Union (AU) has condemned the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, calling for the immediate restoration of constitutional order following the 26 November 2025 takeover that led to the arrest of President Umaro Sissoco Embaló and other senior officials. In a statement issued from Addis Ababa, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, said the AU “unequivocally condemns the military coup d’État” and described the development as a direct violation of the organisation’s principles. “The Chairperson reiterates the African Union’s zero tolerance for, and firm rejection of, any unconstitutional change of government,” the statement read, citing...
- [Goodluck Jonathan Trapped in Guinea-Bissau as Military Officers Announce Takeover](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/27/goodluck-jonathan-trapped-in-guinea-bissau-as-military-officers-announce-takeover/): Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan is reportedly stranded in Guinea-Bissau following a sudden military takeover announced on Wednesday. Jonathan, who is in the country as part of an international observer mission for the presidential election, is among hundreds of foreign delegates currently unable to leave. According to reports, foreign observers and diplomats rushed to the airport shortly after the announcement of the coup but were unable to depart due to the closure of land, air and sea borders ordered by the military officers. The group of officers, identifying themselves as the High Military Command for the Restoration of Order, declared...
- [Armed Officers Detain Guinea-Bissau President, Military Announces Takeover Amid Post-Election Tension](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/27/armed-officers-detain-guinea-bissau-president-military-announces-takeover-amid-post-election-tension/): Guinea-Bissau was plunged into uncertainty on Wednesday after armed men arrested President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, days after a disputed election in which the main opposition candidate was disqualified. Heavy gunfire echoed across the capital, Bissau, as residents sheltered indoors, though the identities and motives of the armed attackers remain unclear. Both Embaló and opposition challenger Fernando Dias had earlier claimed victory in the contested poll, with Dias formally disputing the outcome. The electoral commission had announced that final results would be released by Thursday, following a turnout that exceeded 65% in a country long plagued by political turbulence. Hours after...
- [Southern Governors, Traditional Rulers Meet in Ogun, Adopt Key Resolutions on Security and Regional Cooperation](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/26/southern-governors-traditional-rulers-meet-in-ogun-adopt-key-resolutions-on-security-and-regional-cooperation/): Southern governors and traditional rulers from the South-West, South-East, and South-South convened in Iperu, Ogun State, on Wednesday for a high-level meeting hosted by Governor Dapo Abiodun. The forum focused on strengthening regional security, enhancing cooperation, and advancing shared development priorities. In a statement after the meeting, Governor Abiodun said the gathering reaffirmed its commitment to Nigeria’s unity, stability, and peace, while addressing pressing challenges affecting the southern region. The participants reviewed the nationwide security situation and extended condolences to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the recent loss of military personnel in Borno State, as well as the mass abductions...
- [Emir of Ilorin Calls for Renaming of UNILORIN in Honour of Sheik Alimi](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/25/emir-of-ilorin-calls-for-renaming-of-unilorin-in-honour-of-sheik-alimi/): As the University of Ilorin marks its 50th anniversary, the Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Council, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has renewed his call for the institution to be renamed after the late Islamic scholar, Sheik Sheu Alimi, founder of the Ilorin Emirate. The Emir made the appeal on Monday while receiving the management team of the University of Ilorin in his palace. The delegation, led by the Chairman of the Governing Council, Surveyor Abiodun Aluko, visited the monarch as part of activities commemorating the university’s golden jubilee. Alhaji Sulu-Gambari argued that Ilorin deserves the same...
- [Presidency: DSS, Military Contacted Bandits to Secure Release of 38 Eruku Worshippers](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/25/presidency-dss-military-contacted-bandits-to-secure-release-of-38-eruku-worshippers/): The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has disclosed that operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) and the military played key roles in securing the release of the 38 worshippers abducted in Eruku, Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State. The victims, who were kidnapped during a church programme last Tuesday, regained their freedom on Sunday, November 23, after days of intense security operations. Speaking in an interview, Onanuga explained that security agencies established contact with the abductors as part of the efforts to ensure the victims’ safe release without endangering their lives....
- [Southern Nigerian Ulammah Summit Issues Communiqué on Unity, Security, and Inclusive Governance](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/20/southern-nigerian-ulammah-summit-issues-communique-on-unity-security-and-inclusive-governance/): The Southern Nigerian Ulammah Summit has released a far-reaching communiqué calling for strengthened unity among Muslims, urgent reforms in Nigeria’s security architecture, and greater inclusion of Southern Muslims in governance. The summit, held on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the University of Ibadan’s International Conference Centre, drew more than 350 scholars and delegates from across the South and a high-level delegation of Northern Ulamah. In its resolutions, the summit emphasised that unity remains an indispensable foundation for progress, noting that “unity is both a divine mandate and a strategic necessity.” It urged Islamic scholars and organisations to prioritise collaboration over...
- [Federal High Court Jails Nnamdi Kanu for Life](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/20/federal-high-court-jails-nnamdi-kanu-for-life/): Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court has sentenced IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment, dismissing calls by the prosecution for the death penalty and anchoring his ruling on both legal reasoning and moral considerations. In a solemn judgment, Justice Omotosho said the court was “not convinced” that capital punishment was appropriate, insisting that justice must be balanced with mercy. Citing Matthew 23:23, he stated that even scripture underscores compassion, adding, “It is on that note that we show mercy to the convict.” The court also drew attention to global opposition to the death penalty, noting that “life...
- [Army Chief Visits Kebbi, Commands Troops to Intensify Search for Abducted Schoolgirls](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/18/army-chief-visits-kebbi-commands-troops-to-intensify-search-for-abducted-schoolgirls/): The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has directed troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA to escalate their search-and-rescue efforts for students kidnapped from Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS), Maga, in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. The directive came on Monday, 17 November 2025, during his operational assessment tour of the area. Lt. Gen. Shaibu, while addressing commanders and frontline personnel, called for intelligence-driven operations and sustained pressure on the abductors. He urged troops to maintain both day and night pursuit, stressing that the mission must be treated with utmost urgency. “We must find...
- [OMCC Issues Strong Warning to Robitatul A’immah Over Comments on Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/17/omcc-issues-strong-warning-to-robitatul-aimmah-over-comments-on-chief-imam-of-ogbomosoland/): The Ogbomoso Muslim Consensus Council (OMCC) has issued a firm and formal warning to Robitatul A’immah and its spokesperson, following what it described as inappropriate and misleading comments regarding the leadership of the Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland. The council, a coalition comprising elders, scholars, youth representatives, professionals, and community dignitaries both at home and in the diaspora, released the statement on November 16, 2025, stressing that the sanctity of Ogbomoso’s religious leadership must never be undermined. In the statement, the OMCC reiterated that the office of the Chief Imam remains a historically recognized, fixed, and community-bound institution that cannot be...
- [FCT Police Deny Attack on Naval Officer, Clarify Stop-and-Search Incident at Kubwa Expressway](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/17/fct-police-deny-attack-on-naval-officer-clarify-stop-and-search-incident-at-kubwa-expressway/): The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has dismissed social media reports alleging an attack or assassination attempt on one Lt. Ahmed Yerima during a stop-and-search operation at the NNPC Junction along Kubwa Expressway. According to a statement issued on Monday by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the viral claims circulated by an Instagram blogger, “Mazitundeednut,” are false, misleading, and malicious. The Command explained that at about 6:15 p.m. on November 16, a police patrol team stopped an ash-coloured Toyota Camry with a concealed number plate and fully tinted windows—features that triggered routine checks in line...
- [Rabbita at a Crossroads: The Future of Yoruba Muslim Leadership Under a Hijacked Legacy](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/17/rabbita-at-a-crossroads-the-future-of-yoruba-muslim-leadership-under-a-hijacked-legacy/): By Mutiu Olawuyi For decades, the League of Imams and Alfas in Yoruba land—popularly known as Rabbita—stood as a symbol of unity, scholarship, and moral authority. It was founded by a circle of Yoruba scholars and championed by the incomparable Sheikh Adam Abdullahi Al-Ilory, whose brilliance transformed Markaz Agege into a citadel of learning. Undoubtedly, Rabbita was never meant to be a personal estate; it was conceived as a unifying platform for all Yoruba Muslim scholars regardless of school, city, or theological orientation. Today, however, that vision is fading under a troubling shadow—one cast not by external threats, but by...
- [MUSWEN Rejects Trump’s Genocide Allegation, Urges Nigerians to Guard Against Division](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/15/muswen-rejects-trumps-genocide-allegation-urges-nigerians-to-guard-against-division/): The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) has strongly rejected the recent claim by former U.S. President Donald Trump alleging that Christians are victims of genocide in Nigeria, describing the comment as misleading and capable of igniting unnecessary tension. MUSWEN President, Rasaki Oladejo, addressed journalists ahead of the organisation’s 10th General Assembly scheduled to hold on Sunday in Gbongan, Osun State. He cautioned Nigerians against being swayed by what he called divisive rhetoric from foreign figures who do not understand the country’s internal dynamics. Oladejo maintained that Trump’s genocide claim was “baseless, false and unwarranted,” insisting that Nigeria’s religious...
- [NAF Airstrikes Destroy Major Terrorist Base in Zamfara](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/15/naf-airstrikes-destroy-major-terrorist-base-in-zamfara/): The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced a major breakthrough in its counterterrorism operations after precision airstrikes wiped out a fortified bandit stronghold at the Sauri camp in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The operation, conducted on 14 November 2025 by the Air Component of the Joint Task Force of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, followed extensive intelligence and surveillance that confirmed heavy terrorist activity and the concealment of rustled livestock on a high-ground hideout. According to an official statement issued by NAF spokesperson, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the mission involved coordinated air interdiction strikes that achieved direct hits on...
- [Every Child Counts: Gov AbdulRazaq Sponsors Education of Over 50 Street-Connected Children](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/15/every-child-counts-gov-abdulrazaq-sponsors-education-of-over-50-street-connected-children/): Over 50 street-connected children in Kwara State are now benefiting from tuition-free education and feeding under the sponsorship of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the state government has disclosed. The initiative targets vulnerable children who were rescued after being abandoned by their parents. The announcement was made by Hajia Mariam Nnafatima Imam, PhD, Commissioner for Social Development, during an Inter-Ministerial Press Briefing organized by the State Ministry of Communications at the Ministry of Finance conference room in Ilorin. According to the Commissioner, the children are accommodated at the State Child Reception Centre (CRC), where the government ensures their basic needs are met...
- [Major Oyinlola Intensifies Peace Advocacy Ahead of Harvest and Yuletide Seasons](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/15/major-oyinlola-intensifies-peace-advocacy-ahead-of-harvest-and-yuletide-seasons/): In a bid to strengthen stability and promote peaceful coexistence, Major General Folusho Oyinlola, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division and Commander of Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP), has conducted a series of strategic visits to Christian and Muslim worship centres across Barkin Ladi Local Government Area. The engagements form part of ongoing non-kinetic efforts aimed at addressing lingering farmer-herder tensions and mitigating the risk of violence during the harvest and upcoming yuletide seasons. On November 9, 2025, Major General Oyinlola addressed a Christian congregation in Barkin Ladi, emphasizing the neutrality and professionalism of the Nigerian Armed Forces. “The Nigerian Army,...
- [Kenya Gears Up to Host World Under-21 Taekwondo Championships](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/15/kenya-gears-up-to-host-world-under-21-taekwondo-championships/): Kenya has confirmed it is fully prepared to host the World Under-21 Taekwondo Championships, with over 140 countries expected to participate in the global event scheduled for later this year in Nairobi. The announcement came as the Kenya Taekwondo Federation (KTF), through the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) and in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, unveiled Team Kenya—an eight-member boys’ squad and an eight-member girls’ squad—under the championship’s sustainability banner: “Taekwondo Values For Climate Action.” Speaking at a press briefing in Nairobi, KTF President Major (Rtd) Suleiman Sumba highlighted Kenya’s organisational, technical, and infrastructural readiness...
- [Serah Yusuf Emerges Top Educator as IDEE Hosts 9th Annual Teacher Awards](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/15/serah-yusuf-emerges-top-educator-as-idee-hosts-9th-annual-teacher-awards/): The 9th Edition of the IDEE Teacher Prize 2025 concluded successfully, spotlighting outstanding Nigerian educators and reaffirming the critical role of teachers in national development. Organised by the Initiative for Education & Development (IDEE), the event reached a historic milestone, drawing unprecedented participation from across the country. The celebration was crowned by the emergence of Serah Yusuf of Wisdom International School of Excellence (WISE), Abuja, as the Overall National Winner, earning widespread recognition for her innovative teaching methods and impactful contributions to education. The ceremony began with a welcome address by Dr. Catherine Olaotan, Chairperson of IDEE, who encouraged participants...
- [Baba Ijesha Released from Prison](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/14/baba-ijesha-released-from-prison/): Nollywood actor Olanrewaju James, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has reportedly been released from prison, according to fellow actor and human rights advocate Yomi Fabiyi. In a statement shared on social media, Fabiyi described Baba Ijesha’s release as a “fresh start,” claiming that an appeal court had cleared the actor of allegations relating to sexual misconduct involving a minor. Fabiyi referred to the initial accusations as a “7-year-old story” and criticized what he described as sentiment-driven attacks that, in his view, overrode the rule of law. Fabiyi also raised a series of allegations against other individuals involved in the case,...
- [NAL Faults Cancellation of 2022 National Language Policy, Calls for Immediate Reinstatement](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/14/nal-faults-cancellation-of-2022-national-language-policy-calls-for-immediate-reinstatement/): The Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL) has criticised the decision of the 69th National Council on Education (NCE) to cancel the National Language Policy (NLP 2022), describing the move as a setback for the nation’s educational and cultural development. The NCE, which met in Akure between November 3 and 6, 2025, approved English as the sole medium of instruction at all levels of education—a decision NAL says disregards decades of research and expert consensus. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Academy expressed “deep concern” over the policy reversal, noting that the NLP 2022 was the product of more than...
- [Alaga Lamba’s Skit: A Shameful Mockery of Islam That Must Not Be Tolerated](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/14/alaga-lambas-skit-a-shameful-mockery-of-islam-that-must-not-be-tolerated/): By now, I expect that Alaga Lamba, the popular skit maker, would have removed the libelous content he uploaded online to desecrate Islam. Recently, the comedian released a skit in which he played the major character, portraying a man disguised as a woman in niqab to engage in an act of adultery. This portrayal is not only disgraceful but also deeply offensive to the Islamic faith. Dressing in such a sacred regalia for a shameful and immoral act is an outright insult to Muslims worldwide. It is unacceptable for anyone, especially a public figure with influence, to ridicule a religion...
- [Agunbiade Hails Selection of Barrister Bilaah as New Grand Imam of Oyo](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/14/agunbiade-hails-selection-of-barrister-bilaah-as-new-grand-imam-of-oyo/): A prominent member of the Oyo State Muslim community, Ambassador Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade, has congratulated Barrister Bilal Akinola Husayn Akeugberu, popularly known as Barrister Bilaah, on his selection as the new Grand Imam of Oyo. In a statement issued in Ibadan on Wednesday, Agunbiade described the appointment as “well-deserved and divinely inspired,” praising the cleric’s scholarship, piety and longstanding service to the Muslim community. He also commended the Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abdul Hakeem Owoade Elewuetu I, for what he called a “thoughtful and visionary decision rooted in fairness and true leadership.” Agunbiade recalled that he had...
- [MURIC Rallies in Defence of Dangote Refinery, Condemns Union Moves as Threat to Nigeria’s Economy](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/13/muric-rallies-in-defence-of-dangote-refinery-condemns-union-moves-as-threat-to-nigerias-economy/): The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) on Wednesday held a peaceful rally in Lagos to express solidarity with the Dangote Refinery and condemn what it described as attempts by oil unions to sabotage the multi-billion-dollar private refinery. Speaking during the rally, the Executive Director of MURIC, Professor Ishaq Akintola, said the group took to the streets “to make Nigeria greater,” lamenting the decades of hardship Nigerians have faced due to persistent fuel scarcity despite the country’s vast oil resources. “We are here today because we want Nigeria to rise,” Akintola declared. “For over 40 years, fuel has become a curse in...
- [Breaking: EFCC Declares Former Petroleum Minister Sylva Wanted Over Alleged $14.8 Million Fraud](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/10/breaking-efcc-declares-former-petroleum-minister-sylva-wanted-over-alleged-14-8-million-fraud/): The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Timipre Sylva, former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources and one-time Governor of Bayelsa State, wanted for alleged involvement in financial crimes. According to a statement signed by Dele Oyewale, Head of Media and Publicity of the EFCC, Sylva is wanted in connection with an alleged case of conspiracy and dishonest conversion of $14,859,257, funds reportedly injected by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) into Atlantic International Refinery and Petrochemical Limited for the construction of a refinery. The EFCC said the public declaration follows a warrant of arrest issued...
- [Soludo Wins Anambra Governorship Election](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/09/soludo-wins-anambra-governorship-election/): The incumbent Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, has secured a second term in office after winning the Anambra governorship election held on Saturday, November 8. Soludo, who contested under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), clinched victory in a landslide, winning in all 21 local government areas (LGAs) of the state. According to results announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), a total of 584,054 votes were cast across the state. Soludo polled 422,664 votes, defeating his closest rival, Nicholas Ukachukwu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who garnered 99,445 votes. Other parties...
- [VIDEO:Burna Boy Converts to Islam, Adopts the Name Abdulkareem](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/05/videoburna-boy-converts-to-islam-adopts-the-name-abdulkareem/): Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has reportedly converted to Islam and adopted the Muslim name Abdulkareem. In a recent video interview that surfaced online, the Afro-fusion star humorously spoke about his spiritual journey, explaining that his decision stemmed from a deep personal quest to understand the truth about God. Watch Burna Boy Announcing His Conversion To Islam Burna Boy said he had explored various religions in search of meaning and connection. “Growing up as a kid, I was a bad Christian, bad Christian, then I converted to Islam and all types of things,” he revealed....
- [Mutual Security, Shared Prosperity: A Strategic Path Beyond the US-Nigeria Stalemate](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/04/mutual-security-shared-prosperity-a-strategic-path-beyond-the-us-nigeria-stalemate/): By Tukur Buratai The current confrontation between the United States and Nigeria, ignited by the spectre of foreign military intervention, represents a perilous crossroads. This is a moment charged with the danger of catastrophic miscalculation, yet it also holds the potential for a more resilient and mutually advantageous alliance. The “Christian genocide” narrative is a dangerously reductive distortion of Nigeria’s intricate realities. For the United States, acting on this fallacy would be a profound strategic blunder; for Nigeria, it constitutes an existential menace. To retreat from this brink, both nations must transcend immediate political posturing and acknowledge their fundamental, aligned...
- [NOA DG: Nigeria’s Security, Anti-Corruption Efforts Recorded Significant Gains in October](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/04/noa-dg-nigerias-security-anti-corruption-efforts-recorded-significant-gains-in-october/): At the November edition of the National Joint Security Briefing, Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Lanre Issa-Onilu, announced that Nigeria witnessed notable improvements in its security landscape during October 2025. Issa-Onilu attributed the progress to enhanced data-driven collaboration and increased citizen intelligence, which he said were vital to sustaining peace and safety across the country. Reviewing security trends from September, the NOA chief reported a 33% rise in intelligence coordination and a more efficient rapid response system, particularly in Kogi and Zamfara States. He added that operations led to the recovery of high-value arms caches in the...
- [David Beckham Knighted at Windsor Castle](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/04/david-beckham-knighted-at-windsor-castle/): Former England captain and global football icon David Beckham has officially been knighted by King Charles III in recognition of his remarkable contributions to football, philanthropy, and British society. The 50-year-old sports legend, who was named in the King’s Birthday Honours earlier this year, received the prestigious title of Sir during an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Beckham, who earned 115 international caps and captained the England national team for six years, described the honour as one of the proudest moments of his life. “I couldn’t be prouder,” he said. “I’m lucky enough to have...
- [China Warns Against Interference in Nigeria’s Affairs After US Threat of Military Action](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/04/china-warns-against-interference-in-nigerias-affairs-after-us-threat-of-military-action/): The Chinese government has cautioned against any foreign interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs following comments by former U.S. President Donald Trump threatening military action over alleged persecution of Christians. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Mao Ning, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reaffirmed Beijing’s support for the administration of President Bola Tinubu, describing Nigeria as a “comprehensive strategic partner.” “China firmly supports the Nigerian government as it leads its people on the development path suited to its national conditions,” Ning stated. “We firmly oppose any country using religion or human rights as an excuse to interfere in...
- [NNPC Strengthens Global Energy Ties, Pushes for Sustainable Growth at ADIPEC 2025](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/04/nnpc-strengthens-global-energy-ties-pushes-for-sustainable-growth-at-adipec-2025/): The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has deepened its global partnerships and reaffirmed its commitment to advancing energy equity and sustainability during the 2025 Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC). Group Chief Executive Officer, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, led the NNPC delegation to the event and toured the company’s exhibition stand, where he was welcomed by Executive Vice President, Business Services, Sophia Mbakwe, and other senior officials. The engagement showcased NNPC’s active role in shaping global energy discussions and driving investment collaboration. The NNPC Board Chairman and other board members were also in attendance, reflecting unified leadership...
- [Tinubu Reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Religious Freedom, Tolerance](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/02/tinubu-reaffirms-nigerias-commitment-to-religious-freedom-tolerance/): File Source: Facebook President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to religious freedom and tolerance, emphasizing that the country remains a democracy governed by constitutional guarantees protecting citizens of all faiths. In a statement on Saturday, the President said his administration has, since 2023, maintained open and active engagement with both Christian and Muslim leaders while addressing security challenges affecting Nigerians across different faiths and regions. Tinubu rejected claims that Nigeria is religiously intolerant, saying such characterizations do not reflect the nation’s reality nor acknowledge the government’s ongoing efforts to safeguard freedom of religion and belief for all....
- [Endrick Approves January Loan Move to Lyon as Real Madrid Negotiations Progress](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/01/endrick-approves-january-loan-move-to-lyon-as-real-madrid-negotiations-progress/): Real Madrid’s young Brazilian sensation, Endrick Felipe, has reportedly given the green light for a six-month loan move to Olympique Lyon in the January transfer window. The 19-year-old forward, who has yet to feature for Real Madrid in the 2025/26 season, is seeking consistent playing time to continue his development. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, talks between the two clubs are advancing positively, with Lyon emerging as Endrick’s preferred destination due to the promise of regular minutes under coach Paulo Fonseca. Real Madrid is expected to subsidize part of Endrick’s €6 million annual salary during the temporary move. The...
- [Muslim lives matter; No ongoing slaughter of thousands of Christians in Nigeria — Onanuga tells US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/01/muslim-lives-matter-no-ongoing-slaughter-of-thousands-of-christians-in-nigeria-onanuga-tells-us-secretary-of-state-marco-rubio/): A presidential aide has pushed back against social-media claims that “thousands of Christians” are being killed in Nigeria, saying the depiction is exaggerated and urging U.S. military support to tackle violent extremists instead of labelling the country as a “nation of particular concern.” Bayo Onanuga, a senior aide to the presidency, wrote on X (formerly Twitter) that “Muslim lives matter too,” and described reports of a large-scale, religion-targeted slaughter of Christians in Nigeria as a “gross exaggeration of the Nigerian situation.” In his post, Onanuga said the reality on the ground is a pattern of “sporadic attacks on some villages...
- [US Designates Nigeria as “Country of Particular Concern” Over Alleged Christian Killings](https://afrireporters.com/2025/11/01/us-designates-nigeria-as-country-of-particular-concern-over-alleged-christian-killings/): The United States government has officially designated Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) following what it described as persistent and widespread killings of Christians across the West African nation. In a statement released by the U.S. President Donald Trump via his social media handle, Trump expressed grave concern over what he termed the “mass slaughter” of Christians by radical Islamist groups in Nigeria. “Christianity is facing an existential threat in Nigeria. Thousands of Christians are being killed. Radical Islamists are responsible for this mass slaughter,” Trump said. “I am hereby making Nigeria a ‘Country of Particular Concern.’ But...
- [Tinubu Approves Revised Clemency List, Moves Mercy Committee Secretariat to Justice Ministry](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/29/tinubu-approves-revised-clemency-list-moves-mercy-committee-secretariat-to-justice-ministry/): President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the instruments of clemency and pardon for selected convicts, completing the constitutional process to exercise his prerogative of mercy. The decision followed consultations with the National Council of State and consideration of public sentiment. According to the Presidency, the initial list earlier approved for pardon underwent further review to ensure it aligned with national security concerns and justice standards. Under the revised arrangement, individuals convicted of serious offences including kidnapping, drug trafficking, human trafficking, fraud, and unlawful possession of firearms were excluded. Some previously listed beneficiaries had their sentences commuted instead of outright pardons....
- [Oyetola Dismisses Obi’s Claims on Port Development, Reaffirms Nationwide Modernisation Plan](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/29/oyetola-dismisses-obis-claims-on-port-development-reaffirms-nationwide-modernisation-plan/): The Federal Government has faulted remarks made by former Anambra State Governor, Mr. Peter Obi, regarding the ongoing $1 billion modernisation of the Apapa and TinCan Island Ports in Lagos. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Bolaji Akinola, the Ministry described Obi’s comments as misleading and clarified that port upgrades are being executed in a balanced and inclusive manner across the country. Dr. Akinola noted that the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has repeatedly stressed that port modernisation efforts are not concentrated...
- [FG Signs $400m Deal With Stellar Steel to Boost Local Production](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/29/fg-signs-400m-deal-with-stellar-steel-to-boost-local-production/): The Federal Government has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Stellar Steel Company Limited to advance Nigeria’s steel manufacturing capacity and reduce reliance on imported steel. In a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Salamatu Jibaniya, the Ministry of Steel Development announced that Stellar Steel — backed by Chinese investors from the Galaxy Group and RSIN Group — has committed $400 million to establish a state-of-the-art steel plant in Ewekoro, Ogun State. The project will be executed in three phases, with the first phase scheduled to commence production in 2026. Speaking during the signing ceremony at...
- [FG Moves to Sustain Food Price Stability Through Cheaper Farm Inputs, Community Silos](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/29/fg-moves-to-sustain-food-price-stability-through-cheaper-farm-inputs-community-silos/): The Federal Government has announced new measures aimed at maintaining the recent reduction in food prices and ensuring long-term stability in Nigeria’s food supply system. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, in a statement on Tuesday, said the initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and focuses on supporting farmers with affordable agricultural inputs. According to Kyari, the government is prioritizing the distribution of fertilizers, improved seeds, and irrigation materials to farmers nationwide to boost productivity and reduce production costs. He added that the Ministry is also establishing community-based silos and storage facilities to...
- [Cameroon: Paul Biya Secures Eighth Term Amid Tensions](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/27/cameroon-paul-biya-secures-eighth-term-amid-tensions/): President Paul Biya, 92, has been declared the winner of the October 12 presidential election in Cameroon, securing approximately 53.7 % of the vote, according to official results released by the country’s Constitutional Council on Monday. The election victory extends Biya’s remarkable 43-year rule, making him one of Africa’s longest-serving heads of state. His main challenger, Issa Tchiroma Bakary — a former government minister — placed second with around 35.2 % of the vote, though he has rejected the official result and claimed victory based on his own counts. Who is Paul Biya? Paul Biya first became Prime Minister of...
- [OPINION: The Statistics Don’t Lie — Lagos Has a Structural Governance Problem](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/27/opinion-the-statistics-dont-lie-lagos-has-a-structural-governance-problem/): It was reported that occupants of a building were rescued yesterday when the structure collapsed in Oyingbo — another suburb in Lagos added to a list already too long. One major problem bedevilling Lagos is the frequency of building collapses. At this point, it has practically become a monthly ritual. In fact, data shows that between May 2024 and March 2025 alone, Lagos recorded 36 building-collapse incidents — 28 of them complete failures. If a month passes without one, residents start to ask if something has gone unusually right. It is a big shame that a mega-city with all its...
- [Breaking: Tinubu Replaces Service Chiefs, Appoints Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/24/breaking-tinubu-replaces-service-chiefs-appoints-oluyede-as-chief-of-defence-staff/): President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made fresh changes to the leadership of the Nigerian Armed Forces, appointing new Service Chiefs in a move aimed at reinforcing the country’s security framework. General Olufemi Oluyede has been named the new Chief of Defence Staff, replacing General Christopher Musa. Major-General W. Shaibu was appointed Chief of Army Staff, while Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke emerged as the Chief of Air Staff. Rear Admiral I. Abbas is the new Chief of Naval Staff. Major-General E.A.P. Undiendeye retains his position as Chief of Defence Intelligence. The President expressed appreciation to the outgoing military leaders for...
- [COAS Urges Artillery Corps to Embrace Modern Tactics for Enhanced Operations](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/24/coas-urges-artillery-corps-to-embrace-modern-tactics-for-enhanced-operations/): The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has charged personnel of the Nigerian Army Corps of Artillery to remain up-to-date with modern artillery tactics and technologies to enhance operational effectiveness. The COAS, represented by the Deputy Chief of Training, Major General Musa Etsu-Ndagi, gave the charge on Thursday at the closing ceremony of Exercise VULCAN GLOW XI 2025 Firepower Demonstration, held at the Nigerian Army Military Training Area in Kachia, Kaduna State. He said the Army remains fully committed to tackling terrorism and insurgency, acknowledging the sacrifices made by troops to protect national security. He expressed confidence...
- [50 Facts That Make UNILORIN Fantastic at 50](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/24/50-facts-that-make-unilorin-fantastic-at-50/): When the Federal Military Government decided to establish the University of Ilorin in 1975, the government was mainly concerned about enhancing the capacity of Nigerians in sync with the vision behind the Third National Development Plan. Nothing would have suggested then that the university seedling would blossom some 50 years after to a formidable oak in the global university ecosystem, a model for other universities. As many colours make a rainbow a delightful spectacle, there are many facts that make the University of Ilorin tick, all etching it in gold. As the University marks its golden jubilee with events and...
- [Nnamdi Kanu Dismisses Legal Team, Opts to Defend Himself in Court](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/23/nnamdi-kanu-dismisses-legal-team-opts-to-defend-himself-in-court/): The detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has dismissed his entire legal team in a dramatic twist during Thursday’s court proceedings. Kanu informed the court that he no longer required the services of his lawyers, stating his intention to personally handle his defence. Following his declaration, all members of the defence team — including the Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) led by Kanu Agabi (SAN) — formally withdrew from the case. From the dock, Kanu challenged the court’s jurisdiction to continue his trial, insisting that the charges against him lacked legal merit. Further details...
- [FCT Police Commissioner Redeploys DPO Caught Assaulting Civilian in Viral Video](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/23/fct-police-commissioner-redeploys-dpo-caught-assaulting-civilian-in-viral-video/): The Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), CP Miller G. Dantawaye, has ordered the immediate redeployment of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Ushafa Division following a viral video showing the officer slapping a young man. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, October 22, sparked public outrage after the footage surfaced on X (formerly Twitter). In a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, the Commissioner of Police condemned the officer’s conduct, describing it as “unprofessional, uncivil, and completely unacceptable.” According to the statement, CP Dantawaye emphasized that such behaviour falls short of the high standards of...
- [Nigerian Army Enhances Argungu Community with Renovated Classrooms and Four Boreholes](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/23/nigerian-army-enhances-argungu-community-with-renovated-classrooms-and-four-boreholes/): The Nigerian Army (NA) has reaffirmed its commitment to community development in Argungu, Kebbi State, with the renovation of a modern block of three classrooms at Dankoji Nizamiyya Primary School, Kanta Road, Yardole Area, and the donation of four boreholes to boost access to clean water. The initiative, executed under the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Special Intervention Project, underscores the Army’s dedication to advancing education and welfare beyond its traditional security role. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Emir of Argungu, His Royal Highness Alhaji Samaila Muhammad Mera, described the intervention as a reflection of the Nigerian Army’s deep...
- [Tobi Makinde Shares Emotional Video of Surprise Proposal to Fiancée](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/23/tobi-makinde-shares-emotional-video-of-surprise-proposal-to-fiancee/): Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Tobi Makinde, has melted hearts online after sharing a touching video capturing the moment he proposed to his fiancée. Weeks after announcing their engagement on October 5, Makinde posted the emotional clip on his Instagram page, revealing the beautiful surprise setup and the heartfelt moment he went down on one knee to ask his partner for her hand in marriage. In his caption, the actor expressed deep affection for his fiancée, writing: “Tee, you brought peace into my life. Only you understand my madness and still choose me daily. You are my gist partner, my answered...
- [$450m Steel Company to Commence Operations in Ogun by 2026](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/23/450m-steel-company-to-commence-operations-in-ogun-by-2026/): A $450 million steel-producing company, Stellar Steel Company Limited, is set to begin operations in Ogun State by the middle of 2026 The investment, from Stellar Steel Company Limited, a subsidiary of the Galaxy Group and RSIN Group, headquartered in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, China, is expected to produce hot-rolled coil steel, iron steel doors and gas cylinders, a move projected to significantly reduce Nigeria’s steel import bill. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, the Vice Chairman of RSIN Group, Mr. You Xiaotan, said the project was progressing according to schedule and would be...
- [NELFUND opens student loan application portal for 2025/2026 academic session](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/21/nelfund-opens-student-loan-application-portal-for-2025-2026-academic-session/): The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the official opening of its student loan application portal for the 2025/2026 academic session. The application window will run from Thursday, October 23, 2025, to Saturday, January 31, 2026. According to a statement signed by Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, Director of Strategic Communications at NELFUND, the initiative aims to enhance access to higher education and ensure that no Nigerian student is denied the opportunity to study due to financial challenges. NELFUND commended the cooperation of tertiary institutions across the country and called for continued collaboration to guarantee a smooth and inclusive loan application...
- [NCoS Debunks Fake Reports on Status of Former Inmates](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/21/ncos-debunks-fake-reports-on-status-of-former-inmates/): The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has debunked reports circulating in some media outlets concerning the status of two individuals, Matthew Nwakeme and Solomon Okwundu, who were charged before the Owerri Magistrate Court on April 10, 2025, for robbery and unlawful possession of firearms. In a statement issued on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, by the Service’s Public Relations Officer, Deputy Controller of Corrections Umar Abubakar, the NCoS described the reports as false and misleading. According to the statement, both individuals were held at the Medium Security Custodial Centre as awaiting trial inmates, as indicated in their court warrants. They were later...
- [Nigeria Police Recover Two Stolen Vehicles from the Netherlands](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/21/nigeria-police-recover-two-stolen-vehicles-from-the-netherlands/): The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has recorded a major breakthrough in its efforts to combat transnational organized crime with the recovery of two high-end vehicles stolen from the Netherlands and illegally shipped into Nigeria. According to a statement by the Force, operatives of the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja, in collaboration with INTERPOL NCB The Hague, successfully traced and recovered a 2020 Toyota C-HR and a 2019 Toyota RAV4 from separate locations in Lagos and Akwa Ibom States. Investigations revealed that the vehicles were stolen from Amsterdam and Midden-Nederland before being shipped through the Port of Antwerp, Belgium, and...
- [FG Launches Customs Verification Management System to Boost Efficiency and Transparency](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/21/fg-launches-customs-verification-management-system-to-boost-efficiency-and-transparency/): The Federal Government has launched the Customs Verification Management System (CVMS) — a major digital innovation aimed at transforming the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) into a fully automated and intelligent customs administration. The CVMS serves as a comprehensive digital platform designed to enhance the verification of customs documents, ensure the authenticity of clearance procedures, and promote greater integrity and transparency in all customs operations. By centralizing verification within a secure digital system, the initiative is expected to drastically reduce manual processing, minimize errors, and accelerate trade facilitation across Nigeria’s borders. Speaking during the unveiling, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale...
- [Breaking News: English, Mathematics Compulsory for All O’Level Students — FG](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/19/breaking-news-english-mathematics-compulsory-for-all-olevel-students-fg/): The Federal Government has reiterated that English Language and Mathematics remain compulsory subjects for all students registering for O’Level examinations, despite recent adjustments to tertiary admission requirements. In a statement issued by the Federal Ministry of Education on Saturday, October 18, 2025, the government clarified that the new policy does not exempt any student from writing the two core subjects but seeks to introduce greater flexibility and inclusiveness in the admission process. The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa (CON), said the reform was aimed at ensuring fairness and widening access to tertiary institutions without lowering academic standards. He...
- [NDLEA Intercepts Illicit Drugs Concealed in Frozen Snails, Electrical Bulbs Bound for US, UK, DRC](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/19/ndlea-intercepts-illicit-drugs-concealed-in-frozen-snails-electrical-bulbs-bound-for-us-uk-drc/): Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted several consignments of illicit drugs cleverly concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs, and female clothes, bound for the United States, United Kingdom, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). According to a statement by the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, on Sunday, the seizures were made at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) and a courier company in Lagos. Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the attempts. A cargo agent, Boladale Riliwan, was arrested on October 7 after 15 parcels of skunk were discovered...
- [Lagos police recover 75 mobile phones, 5 laptops abandoned by fleeing suspects in Ikeja](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/19/lagos-police-recover-75-mobile-phones-5-laptops-abandoned-by-fleeing-suspects-in-ikeja/): Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command’s Rapid Response Squad (RRS) have recovered 75 mobile devices and five laptops abandoned by fleeing suspects during a routine patrol in the Ikeja area of the state. The incident occurred around 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 5, 2025, when RRS operatives intercepted two suspects who immediately took to their heels upon sighting the patrol team near Allen Roundabout, Ikeja. The suspects abandoned two large “Ghana Must Go” bags as they fled the scene. Upon inspection, the bags were found to contain 32 iPhones of various models, 38 other smartphones including Samsung, Redmi, Tecno,...
- [Nigeria, World’s Largest Solar Panel Maker Sign Deal for Local Production](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/19/nigeria-worlds-largest-solar-panel-maker-sign-deal-for-local-production/): Nigeria has signed a major agreement with the world’s largest solar panel manufacturer, LONGi of China, to establish a solar panel production factory in the country — a move aimed at boosting local manufacturing and advancing renewable energy development. The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) facilitated the landmark deal on behalf of the Federal Government during a follow-up visit to China. This development follows an earlier Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between both parties earlier in the year. Under the agreement, LONGi will establish a 1,000-megawatt-capacity solar panel production facility in Nigeria to meet the country’s growing demand for renewable...
- [FG, States Collaborate to Reposition Technical, Vocational Education for National Growth](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/16/fg-states-collaborate-to-reposition-technical-vocational-education-for-national-growth/): The Federal Government has reiterated its resolve to reposition Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as a key driver of Nigeria’s industrial and economic transformation. This commitment was restated during an interactive meeting of Executive Secretaries, Permanent Secretaries, and Directors of State TVET Boards and Departments, convened by the Federal Ministry of Education at its headquarters in Abuja to strengthen collaboration and implementation strategies for the new national TVET initiative. Declaring the meeting open, the Director of Technology and Science Education, Dr. (Mrs.) Adenike Olodo, described the initiative as a transformative agenda designed to align education with 21st-century economic...
- [Ben Murray-Bruce Joins APC, Backs Tinubu’s Economic Reforms](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/16/ben-murray-bruce-joins-apc-backs-tinubus-economic-reforms/): Former senator and businessman, Ben Murray-Bruce, has announced his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and its ongoing economic reforms. Murray-Bruce, who made the announcement on Tuesday, described Tinubu as a visionary leader driven by results rather than public approval. “I have known President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu since 1998. I know the man’s mind, his courage, and his conviction. He is not driven by applause, he is driven by results. And today, I can boldly say to you that he is on the right track,” he said. He commended the...
- [PDP Loses Two Governors in 24 Hours](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/15/pdp-loses-two-governors-in-24-hours/): The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) suffered another major setback on Wednesday as Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, officially announced his resignation from the party, ending weeks of speculation about his rumored defection. Governor Diri made the announcement during an expanded State Executive Council meeting at Government House, Yenagoa, which was attended by the Speaker of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Abraham Ingobere; his deputy, Michael Ogbere; the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) minority leader, Edward Brigidi; and seven other lawmakers. A statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, quoted the governor as saying his decision...
- [EXCLUSIVE: Removal of Mathematics as Compulsory Subject May Encourage Laziness, Reduce Logical Thinking, and Erode Educational Standards — Educators, Stakeholders](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/15/exclusive-removal-of-mathematics-as-compulsory-subject-may-encourage-laziness-reduce-logical-thinking-and-erode-educational-standards-educators-stakeholders/): The federal government’s recent decision to remove mathematics as a compulsory subject for non-science students has triggered a wave of mixed reactions across Nigeria’s education sector, with many teachers, administrators, and educationists warning that the policy could have long-term consequences on students’ reasoning ability, discipline, and the country’s intellectual standards. On Tuesday, October 14, 2025, the federal government announced a major review of admission requirements into Nigerian universities. While the government frequently issues policy updates, what made this one stand out was the removal of mathematics as a compulsory subject for arts students. What this means is that students in...
- [Al-Hikmah University Expands Regional Reach Through Strategic Engagements in Senegal, Gambia](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/15/al-hikmah-university-expands-regional-reach-through-strategic-engagements-in-senegal-gambia/): A high-level delegation from Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, undertook a strategic working visit to Senegal and The Gambia from September 19 to 24, 2025. The visit coincided with the prestigious U6+ Consortium of African Universities Conference, which convened Vice Chancellors and academic leaders from across the continent to explore new opportunities for partnership, innovation, and shared educational advancement. Led by the Vice Chancellor, Professor L. F. Oladimeji, the delegation included the Registrar, Dr. K. A. Oladimeji, and the Director of the Centre for Research, Industrial Linkage and International Cooperation (CRIIC), Dr. Yusuf Suleiman. Throughout the visit, the team engaged with top...
- [You Have Made Us Proud, Tinubu Tells Son Seyi at 40](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/13/you-have-made-us-proud-tinubu-tells-son-seyi-at-40/): President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has celebrated his son, Seyi Tinubu, on the occasion of his 40th birthday, describing him as a man of focus, courage, and humility who has made his family and the nation proud. In a heartfelt message personally signed by the President, Tinubu expressed gratitude to Almighty God for Seyi’s life and the man he has become, noting his consistent commitment to service, innovation, and the upliftment of others. “Today, as you turn forty, I thank Almighty God for your life and the man you have become. You have walked your path with focus, courage, and humility,...
- [Sanwo-Olu Rewards Lagos Athletes for Historic National Youth Games Victory](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/13/sanwo-olu-rewards-lagos-athletes-for-historic-national-youth-games-victory/): The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has rewarded members of Team Lagos following their outstanding performance at the 2025 National Youth Games held in Asaba, Delta State, where Lagos topped the medal table for the first time in the history of the under-15 competition. Team Lagos emerged overall champions of the 9th edition of the Games, dethroning hosts Delta State after winning a total of 110 medals, comprising 52 gold, 32 silver, and 26 bronze. At a special reception held in honour of the athletes, coaches, and officials at the Lagos House, Ikeja, on Friday, Governor Sanwo-Olu commended...
- [FG, UBEC Launch Digitalisation of Public Schools Nationwide](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/13/fg-ubec-launch-digitalisation-of-public-schools-nationwide/): The Federal Government, through the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), has officially launched the Digitalisation of Public Schools initiative, marking a major milestone in the drive toward technology-enabled learning across Nigeria. The national flag-off and distribution of Interactive Smart Boards took place on Friday, 10th October 2025, at Queens College, Yaba, Lagos. Speaking at the event, the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, CON, described the initiative as a bold declaration that Nigeria is ready to embrace the future of learning. He explained that the programme aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises innovation, digital...
- [Finance Minister Edun Reportedly Flown Abroad After Alleged Stroke](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/13/finance-minister-edun-reportedly-flown-abroad-after-alleged-stroke/): Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has reportedly been flown abroad for urgent medical attention after allegedly suffering a stroke, according to a report by SaharaReporters. The online news platform quoted a senior government source as saying that the minister’s condition is “very serious,” and that he is currently receiving intensive medical care overseas. The source claimed Edun suffered severe paralysis as a result of the illness, adding, “He may survive, but he can’t return to work again.” According to the report, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has begun discreet consultations to identify a...
- [NDLEA Arrests Businessman Who Excreted 127 Wraps of Cocaine at Kano Airport, Uncovers Meth in Ceramics Bound for UK](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/12/ndlea-arrests-businessman-who-excreted-127-wraps-of-cocaine-at-kano-airport-uncovers-meth-in-ceramics-bound-for-uk/): Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 52-year-old businessman, Ejiofor Godwin Emeka, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), Kano, after he excreted 127 wraps of cocaine concealed in his private part and stomach. Ejiofor, who operates boutiques in Lagos and Onitsha, Anambra State, was intercepted on arrival from Bangkok, Thailand via Ethiopian Airlines flight ET 941 on Wednesday, 8th October 2025, following credible intelligence. A body scan conducted on him confirmed the ingestion and concealment of illicit drugs. Operatives recovered 58 wraps of cocaine from his underwear, after which he was placed under...
- [NSCIA Faults False Genocide Allegations, Urges Government to Identify Real Enemies of Nigeria](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/10/nscia-faults-false-genocide-allegations-urges-government-to-identify-real-enemies-of-nigeria/): The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has condemned what it described as a persistent campaign of misinformation portraying Nigeria as a country engaged in a “systematic genocidal campaign against Christians.” In a strongly worded statement issued on Friday, 10th October 2025, the Council called on the Federal Government to “call a spade a spade” by identifying and addressing the local actors behind the falsehoods being circulated on international platforms and social media. According to the statement signed by Imam Haroun Muhammad Eze, Deputy National Legal Adviser, the Council commended federal agencies and patriotic Nigerians for promptly countering the...
- [INEC Clarifies Compliance with Court Order on Action Alliance Leadership Dispute](https://afrireporters.com/2025/10/10/inec-clarifies-compliance-with-court-order-on-action-alliance-leadership-dispute/): The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has debunked reports claiming it disobeyed a Federal High Court judgment in Osogbo, Osun State, concerning the leadership tussle within the Action Alliance (AA). In a statement signed by Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, the Commission described the reports as misleading, explaining that they failed to reflect INEC’s prompt compliance with the court’s directive and wrongly suggested that a fresh arrest order had been issued against the former INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu. According to the statement, the court order in question was issued on 29th September 2025,...

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