The United States on Thursday night carried out airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS) militants in northwest Nigeria, in what President Donald Trump described as a “powerful and deadly strike” targeting extremists accused of killing Christians in the region. The Military action, announced on Christmas night, marks a significant escalation of U.S. involvement in Africa’s security…
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu has ordered the demolition of the fire‑ravaged Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) building on Martins Street, Lagos Island, following a devastating fire that left the high-rise structure severely compromised. The Governor issued the directive after conducting an on-site inspection on Thursday, December 25, 2025, surveying the extensive damage caused by the…
The Niger State Police Command has made notable strides in its efforts to reduce crime across the State, successfully arresting several suspects, retrieving stolen property, and rescuing abducted victims, including women and children. According to a crime report released on Wednesday, officers apprehended two individuals linked to a November 12 armed robbery in the Gurara…
The Nigerian Army has confirmed that the deadly explosion at a mosque in Maiduguri, Borno State, on Wednesday evening was carried out by a Boko Haram suicide bomber. The blast occurred on December 24, 2025, at the Al-Adum Jumaat Mosque located in the Gamboru Market area of the Maiduguri Metropolitan Council during the Maghrib prayer…
Turkish security forces have arrested at least 115 suspected members of the Islamic State (IS) group in a Nationwide operation aimed at preventing potential attacks during New Year celebrations, authorities confirmed on Wednesday. The coordinated raids were carried out across multiple provinces, targeting individuals believed to be part of active IS cells allegedly planning assaults…
The Presidency has refuted claims circulating on social media suggesting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has replaced his Chief of Staff, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, with his Principal Private Secretary, Hakeem Muri-Okunola. The rumour, which gained traction online and was attributed to unnamed “insider” sources, sparked speculation about an alleged leadership change within the President’s inner…
Two people were killed on Thursday December 25, 2025, after a diesel tanker exploded along the Lagos–Badagry Expressway, a vital commercial artery linking Nigeria to neighbouring West African countries, officials have confirmed. The fatal incident occurred at the Oto-Ijanikin axis, close to the Lagos State University of Education, when the tanker reportedly lost control while…
Prince Olawale Adeyemi-Oriola (Esq.), a United States–based Nigerian and aspirant to the Awujale stool, has extended warm Christmas greetings to the people of Ijebuland, both at home and in the diaspora, urging them to remain optimistic and hopeful for a better tomorrow as the Nation celebrates the 2025 Christmas season. Prince Oriola described Christmas, which…
By Adenike Olowe The Executive Chairman of Abeokuta South Local Government Area, Ake, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez (BOA), has extended warm Christmas greetings to Christian faithful within the Local Government as they celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. In his Christmas message, Hon. Balogun urged residents to embrace the true spirit of the season, which…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has reinforced his Administration’s commitment to effective Grassroots Governance with the presentation of Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) to all the 20 Local Government Chairmen in the State. The presentation ceremony, held in Abeokuta on Thursday, coincided with the Christmas festivities and marked the fulfilment of an earlier pledge by…
