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Nigeria ends diplomatic tensions with US, signs $5.1bn health deal
By Kunle Sanni – The federal government says Nigeria has successfully resolved its recent diplomatic tensions with the United States through what it described as firm and respectful engagement. Mohammed Idris, minister of information and national orientation, disclosed this on Monday during an end-of-year press conference in Abuja, where he reviewed Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements over the course of 2025. According…
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IMPI urges Nigerian government to prioritise production of local arms
The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) has called on the federal government to prioritise local arms production, with the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) taking the lead. In a policy statement signed by its Chairman, Dr Omoniyi Akinsiju, the think tank urged the President Bola Tinubu administration to provide adequate funding for DICON and foster partnerships with countries…
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Nigeria ready to defend citizens from insecurity – Information Minister
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has assured Nigerians that the country is fully prepared to protect its citizens from terrorists and other criminal elements, in strict compliance with globally accepted Rules of Engagement. Speaking at the End-of-Year Press Briefing on Monday at NICON Luxury Hotel, Abuja, Idris addressed concerns about the new counterterrorism doctrine, which classifies…
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Former FIRS boss seeks probe into alleged tamper of Tax Administration Act
By Kunle Sanni – Former Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Muhammad Nami, has raised serious concerns over the alleged criminal alteration of Nigeria’s Tax Administration Act, warning that the country must not take sides between those accused of tampering with the law and others he described as “operating like a government within a government.” Reacting to…
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Owo massacre: CAN condemns faith-based violence across Nigeria
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Northern Nigeria has condemned the recent spate of faith-based violence across the country, describing it as a threat to national unity and peaceful coexistence. Rev. Joseph John Hayab, CAN Chairman in the North, made the remarks during a condolence visit to the Catholic Bishop of Ondo Diocese, Most Rev.…
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FG declares Dec 25, 26, Jan 1 public holidays
The Federal Government has declared December 25, 26 and January 1, 2026, as public holidays. Announcing this on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Magdalene Ajani, said the holidays are to mark Christmas, Boxing Day and the New Year celebrations respectively. Tunji-Ojo called on Nigerians to reflect on the values of love, peace, humility…
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In global diplomatic shake-up, Trump recalls US Ambassador to Nigeria
As part of a significant global diplomatic realignment, President Donald Trump has recalled the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills Jr., in a wide-ranging reshuffle affecting nearly 30 ambassadorial and senior embassy positions worldwide. The move reflects the administration’s efforts to align US diplomatic representation with its “America First” policy priorities. The US State Department confirmed that chiefs of…
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EFCC accuses governors of looting security votes, says corruption fuels insecurity
By Kunle Sanni – The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has alleged that some state governors divert billions of naira received monthly as security votes, warning that the practice is fuelling Nigeria’s insecurity. Olukoyede made the allegation on Friday while speaking at an annual lecture organised by the Honorary Members’ Forum of the Nigerian…
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FG secures release of 130 abducted Niger schoolchildren- Presidency
The Federal Government has secured the release of 130 kidnapped schoolchildren whisked away by gunmen from the St. Mary’s Primary and Secondary School, Papiri, Niger State. A presidential spokesman, Sunday Dare, announced this on his official X handle on Sunday. “Another 130 abducted Niger state pupils released, none left in captivity,” Dare said in the post on X. The post…
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Tinubu congratulates DSS DG Ajayi on IPI press freedom award
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr Oluwatosin Ajayi, on his recognition by the Nigerian National Committee of the International Press Institute (IPI) for his commitment to press freedom. Ajayi received a commendation award at the IPI Annual Conference held on December 2, 2025, in Abuja, where he…
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