US Lawmakers Decry Rising Danger for Christians in Nigeria
US House committees warn Nigeria is becoming one of the most perilous places globally to practice Christianity. Lawmakers demand action after briefing on attacks and abductions.
US House committees warn Nigeria is becoming one of the most perilous places globally to practice Christianity. Lawmakers demand action after briefing on attacks and abductions.
Kano State government defends its 2025 budget, claiming it outperformed Ganduje's administration. Commissioner Shanono presents comparative figures on education and tech spending. Read the full details.
Nigeria's Supreme Court has called on the federal government to implement its judgment granting financial autonomy to 774 local governments. The court dismissed Osun state's suit. Full details inside.
Nigeria's Supreme Court has dismissed Osun State's suit to compel the Federal Government to release withheld local government allocations. Read the full details and implications of the verdict.
Omala LGA in Kogi State enforces a 7 pm to 6 am curfew across all 11 wards, suspends public gatherings, and intensifies patrols due to security threats. Residents urged to comply.
A joint security operation in Ibadan's Orita-Challenge led to two arrests for narcotics and the dismantling of criminal hideouts. The action followed resident petitions over rising crime. Read the full details.
MATAN Food Bank launches an automated digital initiative to provide direct food access for over 40 million Nigerians, backed by the House of Representatives. Read how this plan tackles the nation's food crisis.
US Congressman reveals President Trump directed a thorough congressional investigation into alleged attacks on Christians in Nigeria. A roundtable with experts is planned. Read the full story.
The Federal Government has proposed a 40% salary increase for university lecturers as ASUU's ultimatum expires. Will this avert a nationwide strike?
Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka calls for urgent security measures in Nigerian schools to prevent kidnappings and attacks. He advocates for security education in curricula.
Armed bandits storm Yankamaye village in Kano, killing elderly woman and kidnapping residents. Governor Yusuf vows to confront security threats. Read latest details.
Former APC chairman Abdullahi Ganduje rejects Kano government's call for his arrest over alleged militia comments, accusing Governor Yusuf of incompetence on security.
House of Representatives launches forensic investigation into failed $460 million CCTV project as Abuja faces worsening insecurity. Committee demands accountability.
Sarah Beckstrom, 20, dies after shooting by Afghan suspect near White House. President Trump confirms tragedy as second victim fights for life. #Security #USNews
House of Representatives committee summons BPP, Budget Office, AGF for evading oversight on power sector reforms investigation. Agencies given December 8 deadline to appear.
Citizens for Secure Nation criticizes African Democratic Congress for exploiting Nigeria's insecurity crisis for political gain. Read full analysis of the security debate.
Nigerian lawmakers call for immediate diplomatic action to secure former President Goodluck Jonathan's safe return from coup-stricken Guinea-Bissau. Read full details.
Nigerian House of Representatives urges immediate diplomatic action to ensure the safe return of former President Goodluck Jonathan, stranded in Guinea-Bissau after a military coup.
Two National Guard soldiers critically wounded in targeted attack near White House. President Trump suspends Afghan immigration, deploys 500 additional troops. Full details.
Two National Guard soldiers critically wounded in targeted shooting near White House. Suspect identified as Afghan national. President Trump vows justice. Read full details.
24 kidnapped Kebbi schoolgirls regain freedom through security operations. One student escaped earlier, while vice principal was killed during the attack. Read full details.
Rep Alhassan Ado-Doguwa demands National Assembly shutdown over worsening insecurity, describing Northern situation as devastating. House leadership pushes back.
Following high-level talks, Nigerian lawmakers affirm commitment to U.S. partnership for tackling insecurity. Both nations agree on boosting counterinsurgency support and human rights.
Nigerian House of Representatives calls for urgent mass recruitment of lecturers and improved salaries to prevent university system collapse. ASUU urged to suspend strike plans.
Nigerian House of Representatives launches a full-scale investigation into all power sector investments and reforms from 2007 to 2024, vowing to correct 17 years of failure.
Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim reveals Federal Government has lost operational control of Northern Nigeria security as terrorists expand attacks to Kwara and Kebbi states.
PEMP convener Nuhu Abdullahi urges Northern governments to bolster security for multi-billion naira infrastructure projects. Learn how cooperation can ensure regional development.
Speaker Tajudeen Abbas inaugurates committee to investigate abandoned federal assets nationwide. The 10th House vows to end era of wasting public wealth and ensure proper utilization.
Nigerian House of Representatives investigates alleged diversion of ₦1.12tn agricultural funds. Lawmakers demand accountability for food security programs. Read the full investigation details.
Yagba West LG Chairman imposes 7pm-5am curfew to combat bandit attacks. Security forces to conduct coordinated patrols. Residents urged to comply.