Customs Officers Offer Seized Rice to Bandits to Escape Attack in Katsina

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has revealed that its operatives were forced to offer bags of seized rice to bandits to save their lives during an encounter in Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area of Katsina State. The shocking disclosure was made by Controller

by News Editor

November 7, 2025

News·Headlines

Nnamdi Kanu’s Fate to Be Decided Nov. 20 as Court Sets Judgment Date

Judgment day is set for Nnamdi Kanu, as the Federal High Court in Abuja fixed November 20 to rule on the terrorism charges against the detained IPOB leader. Justice James Omotosho announced the date while ruling on the matter after Kanu failed

by News Editor

November 7, 2025

Education·Headlines·News·Politics

Sex-for-Grades: Senate Approves 14-Year Jail Term for Guilty Lecturers

The Senate has approved a bill prescribing up to 14 years imprisonment for educators convicted of sexually harassment of students in tertiary institutions. The move comes amid recurring reports of lecturers coercing students for grades, admission advantages and other academic favours. The

by News Editor

November 6, 2025

Headlines·Foreign News·News

Nigerians Rejoice as South African Court Shuts Down Anti-Foreigner Campaign

Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA) has hailed the decision of a High Court in Gauteng, Johannesburg, which prohibited an anti-migrant group, Operation Dudula, from unlawful activities against foreign nationals. The union in a statement issued by its Secretary, Akindele Olunloyo, and President,

by News Editor

November 6, 2025

Headlines·Economy·News

Tinubu Appoints Dr. John Nwabueze as Nigeria’s Tax Ombudsman

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr John Nwabueze as Nigeria’s Tax Ombudsman. The appointment aligns with the Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, 2025, and supports ongoing reforms in the nation’s tax and revenue system. Presidential Spokesperson, Mr

by News Editor

November 5, 2025

News·Politics·Religion

Tinubu Meets Catholic Archbishop as Nigeria Pushes Back Against U.S. Pressure

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday met the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja Diocese, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The closed-door meeting formed part of the President’s ongoing engagements with religious leaders to promote national unity, peace, and social cohesion.

by News Editor

November 5, 2025

News·Foreign News·Headlines

China Tells U.S. To Hands Off Nigeria! After Trump’s Threats

China has expressed firm support for Nigeria amid tensions following U.S. criticism of the West African country’s handling of religious issues, declaring opposition to any external interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said in a statement published

by News Editor

November 4, 2025

Headlines·Economy·News·Politics

President Tinubu Requests ₦1.15 Trillion Loan to Fund 2025 Budget Deficit

President Bola Tinubu has sought the approval of Senate for a fresh N1.15 trillion loan from the domestic debt market to finance deficit in the 2025 budget. Tinubu’s request was contained in a letter addressed to President of Senate Godswill Akpabio and

by News Editor

November 4, 2025

News Update·Headlines·News·Politics

Governor Diri Abandons ‘Dying PDP,’ Declares Bayelsa Now APC Territory

Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, on Monday formally dumped the Peoples Democratic Party for the ruling All Progressives Congress, describing his former party as a “sinking ship.” Vice President Kashim Shettima led a high-powered APC delegation to Yenagoa to receive the governor

by News Editor

November 4, 2025

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Fuel Imports: More Petrol Vessels Berth at Lagos Ports

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says that 17 ships are being expected at Apapa and Tin-Can Island ports in Lagos from Nov. 3 to Nov 7. The NPA made this known on Monday in a document it published daily known as the

by News Editor

November 4, 2025

News Update·Foreign News·Headlines·News

Tinubu to Meet Trump Over U.S. ‘Christian Genocide’ Allegation — Presidency Confirms High-Level Talks

The Presidency has assured that President Bola Tinubu will meet with his U.S. counterpart in the coming days to address allegations of a Christian genocide in Nigeria. This was revealed by Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, in

by News Editor

November 3, 2025

News·Headlines·Religion

FG Defends Sharia, Rejects U.S. ‘Christian Persecution’ Tag

The Federal Government has pushed back against the allegations, defending Nigeria’s constitutional and legal safeguards on religious freedom. It maintained that the country neither operates a nationwide blasphemy law nor engages in the persecution of Christians, contrary to claims contained in the

by News Editor

November 3, 2025

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U.S. Targets 12 Northern Governors in New Bill Over ‘Christian Genocide’ Allegations

Twelve northern governors, prominent traditional rulers, and senior judges are at the centre of a looming diplomatic storm as the United States Congress considers a bill that could impose far-reaching sanctions on them over alleged complicity in what American lawmakers describe as

by News Editor

November 3, 2025

Headlines·Life & Style

Deploy Full National Might Against Terrorists, Not Arguments — Onovo Tells FG

Chief Martin Onovo, former presidential candidate of the National Conscience Party (NCP), has urged the Federal Government to deploy full national capacity to end insecurity in the country. Onovo told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos that decisive action and

by News Editor

November 2, 2025

Life & Style·Headlines

Tinubu Rebukes Trump’s CPC Tag, Says Nigeria Defends All Faiths

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s firm commitment to religious freedom, saying the country remains a democracy governed by constitutional guarantees that protect citizens of all faiths. ‎In a statement on his official X handle on Saturday, @OfficialABAT, Tinubu said his administration

by News Editor

November 2, 2025

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Customs Officers Offer Seized Rice to Bandits to Escape Attack in Katsina

Nnamdi Kanu’s Fate to Be Decided Nov. 20 as Court Sets Judgment Date

Sex-for-Grades: Senate Approves 14-Year Jail Term for Guilty Lecturers

Nigerians Rejoice as South African Court Shuts Down Anti-Foreigner Campaign

Tinubu Appoints Dr. John Nwabueze as Nigeria’s Tax Ombudsman

Tinubu Meets Catholic Archbishop as Nigeria Pushes Back Against U.S. Pressure

China Tells U.S. To Hands Off Nigeria! After Trump’s Threats

President Tinubu Requests ₦1.15 Trillion Loan to Fund 2025 Budget Deficit

Governor Diri Abandons ‘Dying PDP,’ Declares Bayelsa Now APC Territory

Fuel Imports: More Petrol Vessels Berth at Lagos Ports

Tinubu to Meet Trump Over U.S. ‘Christian Genocide’ Allegation — Presidency Confirms High-Level Talks

FG Defends Sharia, Rejects U.S. ‘Christian Persecution’ Tag

U.S. Targets 12 Northern Governors in New Bill Over ‘Christian Genocide’ Allegations

Deploy Full National Might Against Terrorists, Not Arguments — Onovo Tells FG

Tinubu Rebukes Trump’s CPC Tag, Says Nigeria Defends All Faiths

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