Pope Warns Against Escalating Violence, Persecution Of Christians In Nigeria
Pope Leo has voiced renewed alarm over the escalating violence, discrimination, and persecution faced by Christian populations in several nations, including Nigeria, Mozambique, Sudan, Bangladesh, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC, among others.
Super Eagles Coach Justifies Leaving Penalty Specialist Troost-Ekong Out Of Shootout
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has defended his decision not to introduce captain William Troost-Ekong during Nigeria’s penalty shootout loss to DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers playoff in Morocco.
Trump’s Plan For Gaza Backed By UN Security Council
The United Nation Security Council has voted in favour of a US-drafted resolution that endorses US President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan for Gaza.
Tension As Factions Battle For PDP Secretariat
We have news that the two factions claiming the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, are primed for a battle for the control of Wadata, Abuja National Secretariat of the party this Tuesday.
Extend Moratorium To State Varsities, ASUU Tells FG Amid Fresh Strike Threat
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called on the Federal Government to extend the seven-year moratorium on the issuance of licences for the establishment of new universities to the state government to prevent the total collapse of state-owned higher institutions.
Tinubu: Public Perception Of Judiciary Not Favourable, Judges Must Shun Corruption
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday said that public perception of the judicial process had not always been favourable, cautioning Nigerian judges to do all within their power to stop corruption, and ensure justice is not for the highest bidder.
Ebonyi Police Arrest Armed Robbers, Neutralize Suspect on Ehamufu/Nkalagu Road
Ebonyi State Police Command has confirmed that they have arrested a 3-man gang of armed robbers along Ehamufu/Nkalagu road who were trying to snatch a motorbike from one Ali Solomon.
Osimhen, Ajibade Make CAF Awards Final Shortlist
Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Rasheedat Ajibade have been named among the finalists for the 2025 CAF Player of the Year awards, while goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and Bayelsa Queens forward Shakirat Moshood also earned recognition in their respective categories
FG Scholars Abroad Stage Protest Over Unpaid allowances
Nigerian students studying abroad under the Federal Government’s Bilateral Education Agreement and their parents are set to stage a protest today (Monday) over the non-payment of scholarship stipends, which they say has pushed many scholars into distress
Federal High Court Begins Christmas vacation December 19
The Federal High Court will, on December 19, commence its Christmas vacation, the News Agency of Nigeria reports.