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Jonathan, other African leaders trapped in Guinea-Bissau after military coup
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan is among several African leaders stranded in Guinea-Bissau after a military coup plunged the country into political uncertainty. Jonathan is part of a 36-member high-profile delegation representing the African Union (AU), the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), and the West African Elders Forum (WAEF), which had travelled to the country to monitor Sunday’s…
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CSO commends FG, security agencies over rescue of abducted students, worshippers
A coalition of civil society and non-governmental organizations, the Coalition for Good Governance (CGG), has applauded the federal government and security agencies for the rescue of abducted worshippers of Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Eruku in Kwara State, 51 pupils of St. Mary’s Private and Primary School in Papiri, Niger State, and 24 students of Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga,…
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Southern governors, traditional rulers renew push for state police
The Southern Governors’ Forum and the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council have renewed their call for the establishment of state police, describing it as a constitutional necessity for addressing the country’s complex security challenges. The resolution followed a joint meeting held on Wednesday at the governor’s Residence in Iperu-Remo, Ogun State, where leaders from the South-West, South-East, and South-South reviewed…
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Why extremism burns in the Sahel but fizzles out in Its “Source Nations,” by Hakeem Subair
An attempt at an exploration of why some of the very countries where extremist ideologies first take root – countries whose scholars, preachers, or fringe movements sometimes inspire groups like Boko Haram and ISWAP – are able to clamp down on these elements decisively, almost ruthlessly, while in the Sahel region of Sub-Saharan Africa, the same ideology becomes wildfire. These…
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Liverpool routed 4–1 by PSV in Champions League blow
Anfield endured another night to forget on Wednesday as Liverpool slumped to a bruising 4–1 home defeat to PSV, extending what has become their worst run of form since 1953. The Reds have now lost nine of their last 12 games in all competitions, and this latest collapse at home has intensified the spotlight on Arne Slot’s struggling side. While…
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UCL: Arsenal maintain perfect run with 3–1 win over Bayern Munich
Arsenal extended their flawless Champions League run to five wins from five matches with an emphatic 3–1 victory over Bayern Munich at the Emirates Stadium. William Saliba, Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli found the back of the net to hand the German champions their first defeat of the season. The Gunners started brightly and got their reward in the 22nd…
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Sanwo-Olu reaffirms Lagos’ safety after security council briefing
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to maintaining peace and stability across the state, following the conclusion of a Security Council meeting held on Wednesday at the State House, Marina. The routine meeting, chaired by the governor, brought together heads of all security agencies operating within Lagos. In attendance were the General Officer Commanding…
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Three African writers nominated for Ebedi International Writers Residency
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Three writers from two African countries, Ghana and Nigeria, have arrived in Iseyin for the November–December 2025 edition of the Ebedi International Writers Residency. The writers are Prince Litela Agbemedu from Ghana, and Tunde Akingbondere and Stephen Mokuye, both from Nigeria. In a statement on Thursday, the organisers of the Ebedi International Writers Residency noted that,…
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Remain fearless in face of insecurity, Tinubu urges Nigerians
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to remain resolute in the face of escalating security threats, urging citizens across the country not to give in to fear or despair as government forces intensify operations to restore peace. In a statement signed on Wednesday, the president delivered a rallying message of unity and resilience amid a…
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Omisore vows to rescue Osun, calls for collective decision on party ticket
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a governorship aspirant in Osun, Senator Iyiola Omisore, has declared his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election, vowing to rescue and reposition the state for progress. Speaking during ongoing consultations in Osogbo and Olorunda Local Government Areas of Osun State on Wednesday, Omisore emphasized…
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