West Virginia enforces strict vaccine rules for school children. The state allows only medical exemptions and bans religious ones. However a 2023 law protects religious equality. Governor Patrick Morrisey issued an order in 2025 to permit religious opt-outs. School boards refused to accept them. Consequently parents sued the state and local education officials. Lower Court’s…
Gunmen attacked a church in Eruku. They abducted 38 worshippers during a thanksgiving service at CAC Oke Isegun. Additionally the attackers killed three people and injured one more. This incident shocked the community in Ekiti Local Government Area. Residents feared for the safety of their loved ones. In addition, it highlighted rising insecurity in Kwara…
President Bola Tinubu held a meeting with service chiefs and intelligence heads at the State House in Abuja to discuss the insecurity confronting the different parts of the country. This meeting was held on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. He called for immediate improvements. He further emphasized the need for coordination within the security forces. The…
The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy revealed plans for the inaugural Nigerian Foods and Culture Festival. This event targets Detty December 2025. It promises vibrant displays of local traditions. Details of the Announcement Minister Hannatu Musawa shared the news in a recent statement. However she highlighted the festival’s role in…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu nominated General Christopher Gwabin Musa as the new Minister of Defence. This decision marks a key change in Nigeria’s defence strategy. Musa, a retired Chief of Defence Staff, brings vast experience to the role. The Nomination Announcement Tinubu sent a letter to Senate President Godswill Akpabio. He requested swift confirmation for…
Adebayo Adedamola secured the Peoples Democratic Party’s nomination for Osun State’s 2026 governorship election. He won the primary on December 2, 2025. This victory came amid Governor Ademola Adeleke‘s notable absence from the race. The Primary Election Unfolds Party members gathered for the primary. Adebayo, known as FRYO, triumphed over rivals. He garnered strong support…
Nigeria has stepped in to offer asylum to Fernando Dias da Costa. This move follows a military coup in Guinea-Bissau last week. Officials cite threats to his life as the main reason. Background of the Coup Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau seized power just days after presidential elections. Fernando Dias da Costa challenged the ousted president, Umaro…
UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed the Fifth Committee in New York. He revealed that 145 member states have paid their 2025 dues fully. Nigeria joins 144 others in this group. Additionally, China completed its payment on October 29. Nigeria Sets an Example Nigeria paid its full dues on September 25. This action shows commitment to…
US lawmakers are gathering today to discuss the rising violence in Nigeria. The briefing will place a focus on attacks against Christians and other faith groups. The Rising Threat in Nigeria Bandits and terrorists launch frequent attacks across Nigeria. They kidnap people and destroy communities. Thousands suffer from these violent acts. Additionally farmer-herder conflicts add…
The Nigerian troops conducted a major operation from 29 November to 1 December 2025. It targeted terrorists and criminals across the nation with the objective of disrupting threats and restoring peace. Regional BreakdownIn Borno State, troops eliminated four ISWAP/JAS terrorists. They recovered rifles and prevented infiltration near Chibok.Meanwhile in Taraba State, soldiers killed four extremists….
