NUJ Lagos Awards 2025: Call for Good Governance
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US National Guard Member Dies in White House Shooting
Sarah Beckstrom, 20, dies after shooting by Afghan suspect near White House. President Trump confirms tragedy as second victim fights for life. #Security #USNews
Odoh Assumes Duty as FMBEP Permanent Secretary
Dr. Deborah Bako Odoh is the new Permanent Secretary for the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning. She pledges professionalism and transparency in national development.
Afghan National Suspect in White House Ambush
Two National Guard troops critically wounded in shooting near White House. Suspect identified as Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal. Read full details.
Afghan Migrant Shoots Two Guards Near White House
Two National Guard soldiers shot near White House by Afghan migrant who worked with CIA. President Trump orders investigation of all Afghan arrivals in last five years.
White House Ambush: 2 National Guard Soldiers Shot
Two National Guard soldiers critically wounded in targeted attack near White House. President Trump suspends Afghan immigration, deploys 500 additional troops. Full details.
South Africa slams Trump's G20 summit ban
South Africa denounces US President Trump's decision to bar it from 2026 G20 summit, calling the move punitive. Read about the escalating diplomatic tensions.
White House Lockdown After National Guard Shooting
Two National Guard soldiers critically wounded in targeted shooting near White House. Suspect identified as Afghan national. President Trump vows justice. Read full details.
ICE Arrests Woman Tied to White House Press Secretary
Bruna Caroline Ferreira, mother of Karoline Leavitt's nephew, arrested by ICE for overstaying visa since 1999. Details on removal proceedings and family connections.
N1.6trn Niger Delta cleanup funds lost - Reps
House Committee reveals Nigeria lost N1.6 trillion in Niger Delta cleanup funds due to PIA non-implementation. Environmental crisis worsens as communities suffer.
Wike suspends education secretary over school closure
FCT Minister Wike suspends education mandate secretary for unauthorized school closure circular. Administration confirms schools remain open, security enhanced. Read full details.
Reps query non-implementation of PIA environmental funds
House of Representatives committee warns of deepening ecological crisis in Niger Delta as ₦1.65 trillion environmental funds remain unimplemented four years after PIA enactment. Urgent action needed.
Doguwa Attacks Tinubu Govt Over Insecurity
Rep Alhassan Ado-Doguwa demands National Assembly shutdown over worsening insecurity, describing Northern situation as devastating. House leadership pushes back.
Wike suspends education secretary over school closure
FCT Minister Wike suspends education mandate secretary for issuing unauthorized school closure circular. Administration confirms schools remain open, security enhanced.
Doctor Gets Job Two Weeks After Graduation
A Nigerian medical graduate secures employment just two weeks after induction, sharing her inspiring journey on TikTok. Her viral story offers hope to job seekers across Nigeria.
Man sells N60m Lagos house for UK one-room flat
A Nigerian man sold his Lagos property for N60 million and relocated his family to a one-room apartment in London. Discover the shocking details and the debate it has sparked online.
House of Reps Emergency Session on Insecurity
Nigerian lawmakers convene special plenary addressing escalating security crisis, mass abductions, and new anti-ransom legislation. Comprehensive security assessment underway.
Church Secretary Details Eruku Attack, ₦100m Ransom Demand
CAC Church secretary in Eruku reveals bandits demanded ₦100m per person during Kwara attack. Security forces now monitoring church premises after tragic incident.
Southeast Reps Urge Tinubu to Pardon Nnamdi Kanu
Southeast lawmakers appeal to President Tinubu for a political pardon for Nnamdi Kanu, arguing it will de-escalate tensions and foster national healing. Read the full appeal.
EU urges US to cut steel tariffs in trade talks
The EU will press the US to implement their July trade deal, focusing on reducing 50% steel tariffs. High-level talks begin in Brussels. Read more.
Nigeria, U.S. Officials Meet to Strengthen Security Ties
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.
Tinubu to Visit White House When 'Situation Is Right' - Minister
Nigeria's Information Minister confirms President Tinubu will visit White House despite Trump's 'Christian genocide' claims. US-Nigeria relations remain strong with ongoing diplomatic engagements.
Reps Urge Mass Recruitment of Varsity Lecturers
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.
US Peace Plan for Ukraine-Russia War Unveiled
White House confirms Trump administration's peace proposal for Ukraine conflict, calling it beneficial for both sides despite concerns it favors Moscow. Read details.
Kebbi Assembly suspends LG chairman for alleged graft
Kebbi State House of Assembly suspends Fakai Local Council Chairman Muhammad Fawa for six months over corruption, theft of transformers, and illegal farmland allocations. Read full details.
Reps Launch Probe Into Power Sector Failures
The House of Representatives vows to fix Nigeria's electricity crisis, launching a major investigation into 17 years of sector failures and proposing a new bill to combat energy theft.
Nigeria Deadliest for Christians - Bishop to US
Bishop Wilfred Anagbe warns US lawmakers that Nigeria has become the deadliest place globally for Christians. Read about the systematic attacks and urgent calls for intervention.
Bishop Anagbe Testifies Before US House Committee
Bishop Wilfred Anagbe testifies before US House Subcommittee, demanding concrete action to back Nigeria's CPC designation and targeted sanctions against officials.
Reps Threaten Arrest in Naira-for-Crude Probe
The House of Representatives issues a 7-day ultimatum to MDAs, threatening arrest warrants for non-compliance with the Naira-for-Crude Oil policy investigation. Full details on the escalating standoff.
Edo Shifts to Merit-Based Permanent Secretary Appointments
Edo State government announces permanent secretary appointments will now be strictly merit-based, ending era of non-career appointments. Deputy Governor Idahosa reveals new policy at expanded breakfast meeting.
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