Calabar Monarch Cancels Birthday Over Northern Violence
The Obong of Calabar cancels birthday festivities in solidarity with victims of violence in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Kwara states. A powerful gesture of national unity.
Category : Presidential Affairs
South-East Security Summit Held Without Governors
Nigerian Senate holds security summit in Enugu to address worsening insecurity in South-East region. Governors absent without explanation. Read full details.
Olusegun Awolowo, Former NEPC DG, Dies
The Awolowo family announces the passing of Olusegun Awolowo, former NEPC director-general. A dedicated public servant remembered for his integrity and service to Nigeria.
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.
Segun Awolowo, Obafemi Awolowo's Grandson, Dies at 62
The Awolowo family announces the passing of Segun Awolowo at 62. Remember his legacy of service and dedication to Nigeria. Share your condolences.
Ex-NEPC Boss Olusegun Awolowo Passes Away at 62
Nigeria mourns Olusegun Awolowo, former NEPC executive director and grandson of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, who died at 62. Read about his legacy in Nigerian trade and public service.
Pope Revises Nigeria Genocide Claim, Cites All Victims
Pope Leo XIV clarifies Nigeria violence impacts Christians, Muslims equally. Read the Vatican's significant policy shift and its implications for interfaith relations.
Christian Groups Seek UN, ICC Investigation in Nigeria
Nigerian Christian coalition calls for UN and ICC investigation into alleged genocide against Christians. Groups cite international laws and US support while government denies claims.
Remi Tinubu Calls for Greater Respect for Children's Voices
First Lady Remi Tinubu marks World Children's Day 2025, urging Nigerians to listen to children's voices and protect their rights for a safer, more compassionate society.
GCFRN Demands Action on Religious Freedom Violations
Global Coalition calls on Nigerian lawmakers to address religious freedom violations following US redesignation as Country of Particular Concern. Urgent reforms needed.
Zamfara Youths Deny Matawalle's Bandit Links
Zamfara Youth Network dismisses claims linking Defence Minister Bello Matawalle to bandits, calling them recycled lies. Group says state enjoying best peace in decade.
Jonathan Celebrates Victor Attah's 87th Birthday
Ex-President Goodluck Jonathan honors Obong Victor Attah at 87, calling him the courageous leader who fought for Niger Delta's economic rights. Read his inspiring tribute.
Victor Attah at 87 Declares Nigeria Will Be Great Again
Former Governor Victor Attah shares inspiring vision for Nigeria's future at 87th birthday celebration. Goodluck Jonathan honors his Niger Delta economic transformation legacy. Read more!
Amaechi, Obi Slam FG Over Rising Insecurity
Former presidential candidates Rotimi Amaechi and Peter Obi criticize Tinubu's administration for lacking political will to tackle killings, kidnappings, and terrorist attacks across Nigeria. Read their urgent security demands.
El-Rufai's 40-Year Jos Secret Revealed
Former Governor Nasir El-Rufai discloses he visited Jos weekly 40 years ago for his fiancée. He laments Plateau's peace decline and predicts political shift in 2027. Read more.
Northern Groups Reject Lopsided Road Projects
Coalition of Northern Groups rejects FEC's ₦1.047tn road contracts, calling it economic sabotage. South gets 93% funds, North 7%. Demands equitable distribution.
Nigerian priest gets senior Vatican appointment
Pope Leo XIV appoints Nigerian priest Father Anthony Onyemuche Ekpo as assessor for general affairs at Vatican Secretariat of State. Read about this historic appointment.
Tinubu suspends 15% tariff, breaks 26-year monopoly pattern
President Tinubu's suspension of 15% tariff on petrol and diesel marks historic shift from monopoly control. Nigerians celebrate people-centered leadership after 26 years of economic dominance.
Wike slams PDP chairman over Trump democracy plea
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike criticizes PDP factional chairman Tanimu Turaki for calling on Donald Trump to save Nigerian democracy. Watch the viral video and read full analysis.
Trump Signs Epstein Files Release Bill
President Trump signs legislation requiring DOJ to release all Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents within 30 days. Victims' families call it monumental for justice.
Tinubu Hails Ex-NIWA MD Oyebamiji at 60
President Bola Tinubu celebrates former NIWA MD Bola Oyebamiji's 60th birthday, praising his banking expertise and political ambition. Read more about this tribute.
Senator Okey Ezea Dies at 62 After Brief Illness
Enugu North Senatorial District mourns Senator Okey Ezea's passing at 62. Governor Mbah, Senator Kalu, and Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan pay tribute. Read about his legacy.
Amaechi Offers Tinubu Help on Nigeria Security Crisis
Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi criticizes federal government's failure to curb killings and kidnappings, offers Rivers State's support to President Tinubu amid nationwide attacks.
Tinubu cancels foreign trips over Nigeria insecurity crisis
President Tinubu cancels South Africa, Angola trips amid security concerns. Senator Kalu praises decision as demonstration of fatherly care for kidnapped children.
Sanders: Trump Only Likes Billionaire Muslims
Senator Bernie Sanders criticizes President Trump's warm welcome for Saudi Crown Prince, alleging Trump dislikes Muslims except wealthy autocrats. Read full analysis.
Amaechi Slams Tinubu's Security Handling, Offers Help
Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi condemns Nigeria's worsening security crisis, says government lacks political will to stop killings. Offers assistance to President Tinubu.
Tinubu delays G20 trip over Kwara, Kebbi security crises
President Tinubu postpones his G20 and AU-EU summit trips to address the kidnapping of Kebbi schoolgirls and the Eruku church attack. He has ordered a major security deployment in Kwara State.
Senator Okey Ezea Dies, Peter Obi Mourns
Labour Party senator Okey Ezea passes away in Lagos at 62. Peter Obi describes the death as devastating and pays tribute to his close confidant and political ally.
Peter Obi Reacts to Security Crisis, Political Unrest
Peter Obi speaks on Kwara church attack, Kebbi schoolgirls abduction, and PDP crisis. Former governor alleges government orchestrated political party instability. Read full analysis.
Akpabio on Nigeria Security: Even America Has Problems
Senate President Godswill Akpabio urges Nigerians to maintain perspective on security challenges, citing global examples while addressing recent attacks in Borno and Kebbi.
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