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U.S. Increase Surveillance on Boko Haram and ISWAP in Lake Chad Region

By: Erewunmi Peace Recent reports claim that the United States may be expanding its intelligence and surveillance activities over insurgent-controlled areas in Nigeria’s northeast, especially regions dominated by the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and Boko Haram. According to analysis from independent security trackers, a U.S. manned Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft was […]

Nigerian Senate Advances Bill to Establish Centralised Social Welfare System

By: Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Senate has advanced a new bill seeking to establish a centralised national social welfare system aimed at reducing extreme poverty and improving the effectiveness of government intervention programs across the country. The bill, sponsored by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, successfully scaled second reading after receiving widespread support from lawmakers who […]

CBN Issues Deadline as Banks Must Refund Fraud Victims — Access, Zenith, Others Affected

By Erewunmi Peace The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has released a new draft framework that mandates commercial banks and financial institutions to refund customers who fall victim to authorised push-payment fraud (APP fraud). The directive, which applies to major banks including Access Bank, Zenith Bank, UBA, GTBank and others, introduces strict timelines for reporting […]

Senate Confirms General Christopher Musa as Nigeria’s New Defence Minister

By Erewunmi Peace The Senate has confirmed retired General Christopher Gwabin Musa as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence, following a rigorous five-hour screening session at the National Assembly on Wednesday. General Musa, a former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), was nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to fill the ministerial vacancy after the resignation of […]

Rivers Assembly Passes Vote of Confidence, Backs Tinubu for Second Term

By Erewunmi Peace The Rivers State House of Assembly has formally expressed its support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging him to seek re-election in the upcoming 2027 general elections. The decision was made during a plenary sitting on Wednesday, where lawmakers passed a resolution commending the President’s leadership. Reasons Cited for Support In the […]

Boko Haram Once Allowed Fulani Herdsmen to Graze in Sambisa Forest — VP Shettima Claims

By Erewunmi Peace Vice-President Kashim Shettima has revealed that Boko Haram insurgents once permitted Fulani herdsmen to graze their livestock inside the Sambisa Forest before eventually driving them out. Shettima made the comments while addressing northern stakeholders during a recent public engagement where he spoke on the evolving dynamics of insecurity in the North-East. According […]

Tinubu Nominates General Christopher Musa as New Minister of Defence

By Erewunmi Peace President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated retired General Christopher Gwabin Musa, former Chief of Defence Staff, as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence. The nomination was contained in a letter sent to the Nigerian Senate, seeking confirmation in line with constitutional requirements. Tinubu’s decision follows the resignation of the former Defence Minister, Mohammed […]

IBB Calls on Tinubu to Arrest Gumi, Some Groups Voice Support

By Erewunmi Peace Former Head of State Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) has publicly urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take action against individuals he described as “bandit sympathizers,” including Sheikh Ahmad Gumi. IBB made the call amid ongoing security challenges in Nigeria, particularly the rise of bandit attacks and kidnappings in parts of the country. […]

Nigeria’s GDP Grows 3.98% in Q3 2025 — NBS

By Erewunmi Peace The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported that Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 3.98% in real terms in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, up from 3.86% recorded in Q3 2024. According to the NBS, the non-oil sector remains the main driver of growth, with strong performances in agriculture, […]

Senate Reshuffles Key Committees Amid Rising Security Challenges

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Senate, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, has announced a reshuffle of several key standing committees in response to increasing national security concerns. The move aims to strengthen legislative oversight and improve coordination in addressing threats such as insurgency, banditry, and communal violence. Under the reconstitution: Senator Yahaya Abdullahi (Kebbi […]

Decline of PDP and the Growth of APC

POF Cross-Country panelists look at the causes of the growth of the APC and the downward trend of the PDP, once acclaimed as the biggest political party in Africa.

Presidency Fires Back at Obasanjo on Security Criticism

By Erewunmi Peace The Nigerian Presidency has responded to former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s remarks on the country’s security situation, saying he is “not in a position to fault” President Bola Tinubu. In a statement, the Presidency argued that some of today’s security challenges “took root” during Obasanjo’s administration, highlighting that attributing blame solely to the […]

ISWAP Fighters Allegedly Relocate Following Leaks of U.S. Surveillance Flights

By Erewunmi Peace Reports suggest that Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters may have relocated from some of their strongholds after alleged leaks of U.S. surveillance flights over the Lake Chad region surfaced on social media. According to these reports, a U.S. reconnaissance aircraft conducted operations over insurgent-held areas in Borno State, Nigeria. The […]

Northern Governors Endorse State Police Amid Rising Insecurity

By Erewunmi Peace In response to escalating insecurity in northern Nigeria, the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has publicly endorsed the creation of state police. The governors say the move is necessary to tackle widespread violence, kidnappings, and banditry more effectively. At a recent joint meeting with traditional rulers in Kaduna, the governors stressed that […]

Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar Resigns

By Erewunmi Peace In a surprising move, Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has officially resigned from his position, citing health reasons. The resignation was submitted to President Bola Tinubu on December 1, 2025, and has since been accepted by the presidency. The official statement thanked Badaru for his service and contributions to national security. […]

Ex-CDS Christopher Musa Tipped to Succeed Mohammed Badaru as Defence Minister

By Erewunmi Peace Following the resignation of Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, speculation is mounting that former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Christopher Musa, could be appointed as his replacement. Badaru formally resigned on December 1, 2025, citing health reasons. His resignation was accepted by President Bola Tinubu, who thanked him for his service to […]

NESREA, Ogun State Seal Recycling Facilities; Quarry Shut After Flying Rocks Injure Students in Abuja

By Erewunmi Peace The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), in collaboration with the Ogun State Government, has sealed several used lead-acid battery recycling facilities in Ogijo, Ogun State, over multiple environmental violations. According to NESREA, the affected facilities failed to comply with mandatory environmental safety standards, including proper waste and slag management, […]

Many Burial Attendees Die as Fully-Loaded Bus Collides with Tipper in Anambra

By Erewunmi Peace A tragic road accident has claimed multiple lives in Anambra State after a fully-loaded commercial bus returning from a burial ceremony collided with a tipper truck along the Awka–Onitsha Expressway. The crash occurred on the Nawfia axis of the highway and involved two vehicles — a Toyota Hiace bus and a Howo […]