Nigeria Ranked 4th Most Terrorised Country, Surpassing Iraq and Iran
Nigeria has been ranked the fourth most terrorised country in the world in 2025, ahead…
Nigeria Ranked 4th Most Terrorised Country, Surpassing Iraq and Iran
Nigeria has been ranked the fourth most terrorised country in the world in 2025, ahead of Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan, according to the 2026 Global Terrorism Index (GTI) released by the Institute for Economics and Peace on Thursday. The report identifies Nigeria as the Sahel nation with the highest number of terror-related deaths and incidents…
Terrorists Using Keke Napep to Deliver Bombs – Ndume Warns
Borno South Senator, Ali Ndume, has raised alarms over evolving terrorist tactics in Nigeria, revealing that insurgents and bandits are now employing commercial tricycles, known locally as Keke Napep, to transport explosive devices to targets. Speaking on Channels TV’s Politics Today, Ndume explained that these criminal groups are becoming increasingly organized and dangerous, relying heavily…
Guinea Challenges Morocco’s 1976 AFCON Title Amid CAF Controversy
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is facing renewed scrutiny as the Guinea Football Federation formally requests a review of the 1976 Africa Cup of Nations outcome, citing inconsistencies in disciplinary rulings. The move follows CAF’s recent decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 AFCON title after a controversial walkout and award the championship to…
Nigeria, UK Sign Deal on Repatriation of Deportees, Failed Asylum Seekers
The Nigerian government has entered into a new agreement with the United Kingdom to accept the return of deported individuals, including convicted offenders and failed asylum seekers, as part of strengthened cooperation on migration management and security. The deal was formalised during President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s state visit to the UK. It was signed…
Uber Reveals ₦6.1bn Annual Driver Earnings as Lagos Ride-Hailing Strike Disrupts Services
Uber Technologies Inc. has disclosed that drivers using its platform in Nigeria collectively earn an estimated ₦6.1 billion annually, even as a widespread strike by ride-hailing operators continues to disrupt transportation services in Lagos. The strike, which began earlier in the week, has persisted for several days, significantly affecting ride availability across the city. Drivers…
Eid Festivities Disrupted After Iran-Linked Drone Strike Hits Kuwait Oil Facility
Eid al-Fitr celebrations in Kuwait were overshadowed on Friday following a reported drone attack on the Mina Al-Ahmadi Refinery, one of the country’s major oil processing facilities. According to initial reports, the strike triggered a fire within the refinery complex, raising concerns across the Gulf region as tensions involving Iran continue to escalate. Emergency…
Agada Steps Down as Obidient Finance Director, Blames Disorganisation
A fresh wave of internal tension has emerged within the Obidient Movement following the resignation of its Director of Finance, Dr. Peter Agada, who cited poor coordination and lack of structure as reasons for his decision. Agada announced his exit during a press briefing in Abuja, revealing that he had submitted his resignation letter days…
Nigeria Rejects Claims of Accepting Foreign Deportees in UK Migration Deal — Presidency Clarifies
The Presidency has dismissed reports suggesting that Nigeria agreed to receive foreign deportees under a new migration arrangement with the United Kingdom, stating that the agreement strictly applies to Nigerian citizens residing illegally in the UK. The clarification was provided on Friday by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity,…
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan Greets Muslims on Eid, Urges Unity and Compassion
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has extended heartfelt greetings to the Muslim community in celebration of Eid al-Fitr , calling on citizens to promote unity, compassion, and peaceful coexistence across the country. In a statement personally signed by the former leader, he described the festival as an important period for spiritual reflection and a…
Glo rejoices with Muslims on Eid celebration
As Muslims throughout Nigeria celebrate Eid-El-Fitr, which signifies the successful completion of the Ramadan fast, Globacom has sent a message of congratulations to them. The company, in a goodwill message in Lagos, praised the perseverance and dedication of Muslims throughout the 30 days of introspection, selflessness, and abstinence. Globacom urged Nigerians to live up to…
