Obi, Kwankwaso Defect to NDC in Pre-Election Shake-Up in Nigeria
Two leading Nigerian opposition figures, Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, have defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress ahead of next year’s presidential election, signalling a […]
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ECOWAS Condemns Coordinated Terror Attacks in Mali, Calls for Regional Security Unity
The ECOWAS has strongly condemned a wave of coordinated terrorist attacks across Mali, describing them as a grave threat to peace and stability in the […]
Nigeria on High Alert Over Planned Terror Attacks on Abuja Infrastructure
Security Forces in Nigeria have been placed on high alert following intelligence of a planned terrorist attack targeting key public infrastructure in Abuja and neighbouring […]
Nigerian Troops Rescue 31 Easter Worshippers as Bandit Attacks Leave Five Dead
The military in Nigeria has rescued 31 worshippers abducted during Easter Sunday celebrations in northwestern Kaduna State, following a deadly attack that left at least […]
World Bank Reaffirms Backing for Nigeria’s Reforms, Stresses Role of Legislative Oversight
The World Bank has reiterated its strong support for Nigeria’s reform agenda, citing steady progress towards economic recovery and underscoring the importance of parliamentary oversight […]
U.S. embassy in Nigeria issues warning over potential terrorist threat
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja on Monday issued a warning about potential threats targeting American sites and U.S.-affiliated schools in Nigeria. American citizens in the […]
Iran Assures Nigerians Living in Country Are Safe Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions
Iran’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Mahdavi Raja, has assured that Nigerians residing in Iran remain safe despite rising tensions in the Middle East linked to the […]
Nigeria: FG hails CAC’s digital reforms as catalyst for investor confidence at 35th anniversary
The Federal Government has commended Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) for strengthening private sector growth and boosting investor confidence through sustained reforms and digital transformation. […]
Nigeria Arraigns Nine Suspects on 57-Count Terrorism Charge for Deadly Yelwata Massacre
On 2 February 2026, a Federal High Court in Abuja arraigned nine individuals accused of involvement in a deadly attack on the Yelwata community in […]
ECOWAS Declares State of Emergency Amid Rising Political Turmoil in West Africa
Yesterday, 9th December, ECOWAS declared a state of emergency as political instability intensifies across the subregion, following a series of military interventions and attempted coups. […]