Tinubu Confirms U.S. Attack Helicopters Inbound to Bolster War on Insecurity.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced today that a fleet of four advanced attack helicopters procured from the United States is set to arrive in Nigeria “soon,” marking a significant escalation in the federal government’s efforts to combat the nation’s pervasive security crisis.   The President made the disclosure during a high-level meeting with leaders of…

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Ex-Defender Backs Osimhen to End AFCON Scoring Drought.

Former Nigeria international Ifeanyi Udeze has expressed confidence that striker Victor Osimhen will find the net when the Super Eagles take on Tunisia in their Africa Cup of Nations group stage match on Saturday.   Osimhen drew a blank in Nigeria’s opening 2-1 win over Tanzania, extending his run to just one goal in nine…

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Nigerian Army Hosts Festive Luncheon, Distributes Gifts to Widows of Fallen Soldiers.

In a gesture of remembrance and support, the 4th Brigade Command in Benin organized a special Christmas luncheon and gift presentation for the families of soldiers who died in the line of duty.   The event, held on Friday, was led by the Brigade Commander, Brigadier-General Ahmed Balogun, and the Chief Medical Director of the…

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Christmas: Labour Party Slams Ruling Elite, Urges Selfless Leadership

The Labour Party has accused Nigeria’s ruling class of lacking empathy and selflessness, warning that the country will continue to face economic and social challenges unless leaders prioritise the welfare of ordinary citizens over personal gain. In a Christmas message issued on Friday in Abuja, the Julius Abure-led National Working Committee of the party said…

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Nigeria, U.S. Conduct Joint Military Strike In Northwest, Signal More Operations to Come

The Nigerian government confirmed Friday that it carried out a “joint” precision military operation with United States forces on Christmas Day, targeting ISIS-affiliated militants in the northwestern state of Sokoto. The action signals a potential escalation in coordinated counter-terrorism efforts amid complex regional security crises. In a televised interview, Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, stated…

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National Assembly Orders Re-Gazzet of Tax Laws Amid Alteration Allegations

The National Assembly has moved to quell a brewing constitutional crisis by directing its Clerk to immediately re-publish the nation’s newly passed tax laws and issue Certified True Copies of the versions originally passed by parliament. This decisive action follows serious allegations by a lawmaker that the Acts signed into law and published by the…

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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Clash with Carthage Eagles in Fès Showdown

FÈS, MOROCCO – A classic African football rivalry will be renewed on Saturday as Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Tunisia’s Carthage Eagles face off in a pivotal Group C match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.   Set against the historic backdrop of Fès, the clash pits two sides brimming with confidence after winning their…

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Islamic Cleric Sheikh Gumi Urges Tinubu to Halt US Military Cooperation.

KADUNA, NIGERIA – Prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately cease all military cooperation with the United States, including reported U.S. airstrikes against terrorist targets within Nigeria.   In a strongly-worded statement posted to his Facebook page on Friday, Gumi warned that American military involvement risks exacerbating the…

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Presidency Denies Reports of Gbajabiamila’s Removal as Tinubu’s Chief of Staff.

ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Presidency has issued a strong denial following widespread reports that President Bola Tinubu has sacked his Chief of Staff, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, replacing him with his Principal Private Secretary, Hakeem Muri-Okunola.   In a statement released on Thursday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the Presidency…

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Six Suspects Remanded for Assaulting Lagos Traffic Officials.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has announced that six of seven suspects charged with assaulting traffic officials during a recent enforcement operation have been remanded in custody until February 2026.   In a statement issued on Wednesday, LASTMA spokesperson Adebayo Taofiq said the suspects were arraigned before the Special Offences Court in Oshodi…

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