Super Eagles soar into AFCON 2025 semi-finals with 2–0 win over Algeria
Nigeria’s Super Eagles booked their place in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals following a 2–0 victory over Algeria at the Grand Stade de Marrakech on Saturday. Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams delivered the decisive blows in the second half, scoring in the 47th and 57th minutes respectively, as Nigeria outclassed the Desert […]
Court stops resident doctors’ strike scheduled for January 12
The National Industrial Court sitting in Abuja has restrained the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) and its members from proceeding with the nationwide strike earlier scheduled to begin on January 12, 2026. Justice Emmanuel Subilim granted the interim order on Friday after hearing an ex parte motion filed by the Federal Government and the […]
ADC slams FG over silence on US arrest of Venezuela’s Maduro
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Federal Government over its continued silence following the arrest of Venezuelan President, Nicolas Maduro, by the United States, describing Nigeria’s lack of response as embarrassing and unbefitting of its status as a leading African nation. The opposition party said the development, which has drawn global reactions, presents […]
Super Eagles cruise into AFCON quarter-finals with 4–0 rout of Mozambique
The Super Eagles of Nigeria booked their place in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 quarter-finals following a dominant 4–0 victory over Mozambique in their round of 16 clash on Monday at the Sports Complex Stadium in Fès, Morocco. Ademola Lookman opened the scoring for Nigeria in the 20th minute, before Victor Osimhen doubled […]
Tinubu orders urgent hunt for Kasuwan Daji attackers, demands rescue of abducted victims
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the military, police, and the Department of State Services (DSS) to track down the terrorists responsible for the recent attack on Kasuwan Daji in Niger State and to urgently rescue all abducted victims. The President issued the directive on Sunday, tasking the Minister of Defence, Chief of Defence Staff, […]
Tinubu insists new tax laws will take effect January 1
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed that the implementation of Nigeria’s new tax laws will commence on January 1, 2026, dismissing calls from the opposition and pressure groups for a suspension of the reforms. In a statement, the president described the reforms as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to establish a fair, competitive, and sustainable fiscal foundation for […]
US, Nigeria conduct joint airstrikes on IS-linked militants in Sokoto
The United States has launched airstrikes against Islamic State–linked militants operating in north-western Nigeria, in an operation Nigerian authorities say was jointly planned and approved by the Federal Government. The strikes, which took place late on Christmas Day, targeted militant camps in Sokoto State close to the border with Niger. US and Nigerian officials confirmed […]
Nigeria bans wood exports nationwide, revokes existing licences
Nigeria’s Federal Government has imposed an immediate nationwide ban on the export of wood and allied products, revoking all previously issued licences and permits. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas-Lawal, during the 18th meeting of the National Council on Environment held in Katsina State. According to the minister, […]
US imposes broad visa restrictions on Nigerians amid security, overstay concerns
The United States government has imposed new travel restrictions on Nigerian nationals, barring entry under several immigrant and non-immigrant visa categories, citing security risks and high rates of visa overstays. The announcement, made via a presidential proclamation published on the White House website, targets visa types commonly issued to Nigerians, including B-1 (business), B-2 (tourism), […]
Police to resume enforcement of tinted glass permit next year January
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced that it will resume the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy beginning from 2nd January 2026, pending the final determination of a matter currently before the courts. The decision follows a careful review of emerging security concerns and the need to ensure the safety of all citizens. […]