Over 200 Killed as Boko Haram, ISWAP Battle for Lake Chad
A brutal confrontation between rival jihadist groups erupted along the shores of Lake Chad on Sunday, resulting in one of the deadliest internecine battles in recent years between Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). Intelligence officials, local militia leaders and militant-sources confirm that over 200 fighters were killed in the fight. The […]
ECOWAS Refutes Trump’s ‘Christian Genocide’ Claim, Says Terrorism Targets All Faiths in West Africa
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has firmly rejected claims that terrorist attacks in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa are aimed specifically at Christians, insisting that victims of extremist violence come from all religious backgrounds. In a statement released on Monday, the regional bloc described as “false and dangerous” the recent […]
House of Representatives Confirms New Service Chiefs Amid Nigeria Security Overhaul
The House of Representatives has officially confirmed the new leadership of Nigeria’s armed forces nearly a week after their appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as part of a sweeping security restructuring. In letters addressed to the legislature and read in plenary, President Tinubu nominated Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS); Waidi Shaibu […]
CCB Intensifies Scrutiny of Public Officials’ Asset Declarations
The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) has ramped up its oversight of public officials’ asset declarations, focusing on ministers, permanent secretaries, and other high-ranking government appointees. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and accountability within Nigeria’s public service. Comprehensive Investigations Underway According to a statement from the CCB, its newly established Financial Investigation and Fraud […]
Super Eagles Narrow Gap with South Africa After Lesotho Victory
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have moved within a single point of Group C leaders South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, following a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Lesotho at the Peter Mokaba Stadium. Match Highlights Victor Boniface emerged as the match-winner, scoring the only goal in the 72nd minute to secure all […]
Senate Orders FG to Submit 2024 Budget Performance Report in Two Weeks
The Nigerian Senate has directed the Federal Government to submit a comprehensive report on the performance of the 2024 national budget within the next two weeks. This directive underscores the Senate’s commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in the nation’s fiscal management. Urgency for Transparency The Senate’s call for the timely submission of the budget […]