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Tinubu Confers MFR National Honour on William Troost-Ekong
President Bola Tinubu has awarded the national honour of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) to former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong. Troost-Ekong confirmed the honour on Tuesday after receiving his official certificate, which followed the announcement made the previous night. He expressed gratitude to the President, describing the recognition as a proud moment for himself and his family. “I am honoured and grateful to His Excellency… for conferring on me the MFR national honour,” he wrote, adding that Nigeria gave him his identity, purpose, and the platform to fulfil his football dreams. The 32-year-old defender said…
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Govt that fails to protect its citizens has no business remaining in office – Kwankwaso
Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has accused the Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu of lacking the political will to address Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. Kwankwaso made the remarks on Tuesday in Kano while unveiling 2,000 operatives of the Kano State Neighbourhood Security Network. He urged President Tinubu to “rise to the occasion and truly act as the Commander-in-Chief” in confronting banditry and other security threats. According to him, Nigeria’s military remains one of the most gallant globally, citing its record in international peacekeeping missions in…
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Bandits, abductors of schoolchildren now classified as terrorists – Nigerian Government
In a landmark policy shift, the Nigerian Government has announced a decisive strategy to confront the escalating security challenges facing the nation. During an End-Of-Year Press Conference held in Abuja on Monday, the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, unveiled a new national counter-terrorism doctrine established in 2025. This strategic framework is built upon four essential pillars: unified command, intelligence, community stability, and counterinsurgency, signaling a more coordinated and aggressive approach to internal security. The Minister utilized the briefing to clarify the government’s hardened stance against violent non-state actors, emphasizing that labels will no longer be a…
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I Returned home after one month in Kaduna and Found used condom in the waste bin – Woman Explains Why She Left Her Marriage
A Nigerian woman, Nims Afemai, has shared why she walked away from her marriage as a second wife, revealing that she left after discovering a used condom in her home. In a Facebook post on Monday, Afemai recalled returning from a one-month trip to Kaduna only to find the condom in the waste bin. She said the discovery immediately ended the marriage. “I packed and left the next day,” she wrote, adding that the incident reminded her of recent stories of marriages collapsing due to infidelity.
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AFCON: We Owe Nigerians an Apology After World Cup Failure – Osimhen
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has admitted that Nigeria’s national team owes Nigerians an apology for failing to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Osimhen described the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations as a critical opportunity for the team to make amends and restore national pride. He said the disappointment of missing the World Cup is still fresh among the players, who fully understand the pain felt by fans at home and abroad. “We want to use this opportunity to say we are sorry for not getting the World Cup ticket,” Osimhen said. “We know the disappointment on the…
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My pastor is Nigerian, and I have lots of Nigerian barbs – Nicki Minaj on why she spoke out on attacks against Christians in Nigeria
American rapper Nicki Minaj has explained why she chose to publicly address reports of violence against Christians in Nigeria, citing her personal ties to the country and deep concern over attacks on worshippers. Minaj spoke during a surprise appearance at AmericaFest, where she responded to questions from the audience about Nigeria. She said the country holds special meaning for her, noting that her pastor is Nigerian and that she has a large Nigerian fan base, known as the “Nigerian barbs.” According to her, reports of Christians being kidnapped and killed during church activities are disturbing and should provoke global outrage.…
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No Safe Haven for Terrorists in Nigeria’s Forests – FG vows
The Federal Government has declared that terrorists and criminal elements will no longer find refuge in Nigeria’s forests. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the statement on Monday during an end-of-year press briefing in Abuja while addressing the government’s efforts to tackle insecurity. He said the administration remains resolute in confronting criminal activities nationwide and ensuring there is no hiding place for those threatening national security. “In the area of security in 2025, we saw the presidential declaration of a nationwide security emergency that will in the months ahead translate into massive recruitment into the Armed…
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Kogi Poly sacks lecturer over alleged sexual misconduct
Kogi State Polytechnic has announced the termination of an Administrative Officer II, Mukhtar Muhammed, following serious allegations of sexual misconduct involving a student. The institution also dismissed another staff member, Funmilayo Afolabi, an Assistant Chief Executive Officer, for a prolonged absence from duty. These decisive actions were finalized during the 72nd Regular Meeting of the Governing Council, presided over by the Chairman of the Council, Barrister Sani Shaibu, on Friday, December 19, 2025. According to a statement released on Sunday by the Director of Public Relations and Protocol, Mrs. Uredo Omale, the council’s decision regarding Mr. Muhammed came “after considering…
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Army ambushes Boko Haram convoy in Borno, kills 21
In a decisive blow to insurgent operations in the Northeast, troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation HADIN KAI successfully ambushed a Boko Haram/Islamic State West Africa Province logistics convoy in Borno State. The high-impact engagement took place in the Sojiri and Kayamla communities after the military received intelligence that over 100 fighters had gathered to launch coordinated attacks and ferry supplies to their strongholds. This preemptive strike highlights the military’s ongoing efforts to dismantle the infrastructure supporting terrorism in the region. The encounter turned into a fierce battle as the military moved to block the insurgents’ movement. According to…
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AAC Accuses Tinubu Of Legalising Poverty Through ‘Altered Tax Laws’
The African Action Congress (AAC) has launched a scathing critique of the President Bola Tinubu administration, condemning recent alterations to Nigeria’s tax laws as a “legalised punishment of the poor to enrich the powerful.” In a press statement released on Sunday by National Publicity Secretary Rex I. Elanu, the opposition party accused the government of intensifying “economic violence” against a population already struggling with deep poverty and insecurity. The AAC argues that these changes are not genuine modernizations but are instead a deliberate effort to extract revenue from suffering citizens while shielding the political elite from the country’s economic realities.…
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Nigerian Army Arrests Wanted Bandit Kingpin In Benue–Taraba Border Operation
In a significant victory for regional security, troops from the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade/Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have successfully apprehended a “notorious bandit leader linked to multiple cases of kidnapping and armed robbery along the Benue–Taraba axis.” The high-stakes capture took place on December 21, 2025, during what military officials described as a “precision, intelligence-driven operation” conducted by the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Wukari at Vaase Community within the Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State. The suspect, identified as Fidelis Gayama, has long been a primary focus for law enforcement and was confirmed to be a…
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“Nigeria has moved from padded budgets to forged laws” — Peter Obi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused the Federal Government of presiding over what he described as the forging of laws, warning that the practice poses a serious danger to constitutional governance and public trust. In a statement titled “Migrating from Padded Budgets to Forged Laws,” shared on his X handle on Saturday, Obi alleged that there are documented discrepancies between laws passed by the National Assembly and those eventually published and enforced by the executive arm of government. According to Obi, the issue goes far beyond administrative mistakes and represents a grave constitutional breach that exposes deep…
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