Nigeria has achieved one of its strongest national improvements in early-grade reading, according to the 2025 national phonics screening report by Universal Learning Solutions (ULS). The gains emerged from the country’s largest-ever pupil literacy assessment, conducted across 33 States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). ULS, in its report announced in Abuja on Monday, said […]

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has formally unveiled Nigeria’s Counter Terrorism Strategic Plan 2025 – 2030. The Strategic Plan was put together by the National Counter Terrorism Centre… The post Akpabio Unveils Counter Terrorism Strategic Plan 2025 – 2030 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive to withdraw police officers from VIP protection, describing it as political theatre that fails to address Nigeria’s deepening security challenges. The post ADC criticizes Tinubu’s VIP police withdrawal as mere political theatre appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Cross River State Government has revoked a cattle movement permit previously issued to the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association, which allowed the transport of cattle from Ebonyi State through Cross River to Cameroon. The post Cross River Govt revokes cattle movement permit for Miyetti Allah appeared first on Vanguard News.

NNPC Limited has reported a Profit After Tax of N5.4 trillion for the full year ended 2024, driven by revenue of N45 trillion. Andy Odeh, Chief Corporate Communications Officer, who… The post NNPCL Declares N5.4trn Profit After Tax, Ojulari Pledges Strategic Investments To Sustain Growth appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Ekweremadu is serving time in a UK facility after he was found guilty in 2023 of plotting to harvest the kidney of a young man. The post Breaking: UK rejects FG’s request to transfer Ekweremadu to Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora in Niger State has released the names of 265 pupils, students and teachers of St. Mary’s School, Papiri, Agwara local government area of the State, who were still in captivity. LEADERSHIP recalls that bandits had attacked the school on November 21, abducting 315 persons, including 303 students and 12 teachers. […]

The Federal Government has named open grazing as a key trigger of Nigeria’s long-running farmer–herder conflicts and has unveiled a nationwide plan to rehabilitate 417 grazing reserves into modern livestock hubs. Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, made the announcement on Monday at the maiden meeting of the National Council on Livestock Development held […] Nigerian govt moves to end farmer–herder clashes, begins rehabilitation of 417 grazing reserves

Former Delta State Governor, Chief James Ibori, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Segun Awolowo, describing his death as a painful loss to the nation and to all The post Segun Awolowo’s death, a devastating loss – Ibori appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The work on the review of the 1999 Constitution was nearing completion with the National Assembly Joint Committee handling the assignment set to brief all governors of the federation on Wednesday. The development emerged at the last joint retreat of the House of Representatives and Senate Committees on Constitution Review in Abuja on Monday. LEADERSHIP […]

The former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, on Monday, collected his African Democratic Congress (ADC) membership card at the Jada 1 Ward party office, in Jada local government area of Adamawa State. This is as key members of the Adamawa Coalition, including former Governor Bindow Jibrilla, Senator Aishatu Binani, Senator Ahmed Hassan Barata, Sen. […]

Lagos State government has made moves to deepen citizens participation in governance with the unveiling of a three-year Strategic Plan and Communication Strategy (2025-2027) documents.The documents were unveiled on Monday… The post Lagos Moves To Deepen Citizens Engagement As OPL&CE Unveils Three-year Strategic, Communication Plans appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to a lawyer, Ahmed Abdulrahman, accused of cyberbullying a serving member of the Senate, Senator Shehu Buba, to N5million bail and The post Alleged cyberbullying of Senator: Court grants lawyer N5m bail appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Lukman Otunuga, Senior Manager and Market Analyst at FXTM, has forecast the possibility of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) cutting interest rates by as much as 100 basis points The post Financial market analyst predicts interest rate cut by CBN appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the federal high court in Abuja has struck out the case filed by the independent corrupt practices and other related offences commission against 3 senior officials of the Kano state independent electoral commission. The defendants are the KANSIEC chairman, professor Sani Lawal Malumfashi, the commission’s secretary, Anas Muhammed Mustapha, and the […] Judge strikes out ICPC suit against Kano electoral officials

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Bafana Bafana of South Africa head coach Hugo Broos has named Nigerian-born defender Ime Okon in his 54-player preliminary squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Okon, 21, was born to a Nigerian father and South African mother. The centre-back has made five appearances for Bafana Bafana. Broos picked 13 [...]

Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed January 20, 2026 for adoption of final written addresses in the alleged N3.1 billion fraud charge brought against former Benue State Governor, Gabriel Suswam and his then Commissioner for Finance, Omodachi Okolobia, by the Federal Government. The judge, who fixed the date for […] Court to adopt final addresses in N3.1bn fraud charge against ex-gov Suswam

Members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), Ondo State have suspended their four-month-old strike. The lecturers had, in August, embarked on an The post JUST IN: ASUU suspends four-months strike in in Ondo varsity appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has called on financial sector stakeholders to sustain a compliance culture to protect Nigeria’s standing in the The post SEC warns against complacency after FATF grey list exit appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Police Command in Akwa Ibom has warned citizens against spreading fake news that could cause panic during these challenging times in the country. The Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom Command, CP Baba Azare, issued the warning on Monday during a high-level stakeholders’ security meeting at the command headquarters in Uyo. Azare called for collaborative […] The post Insecurity: Police warn against fake news, urge citizens to report criminals appeared first on Vanguard News.

The South East caucus of the House of Representatives has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to invoke his constitutional powers to grant the leader of the Indigenous People of The post Southeast Reps caucus seeks presidential pardon for Nnamdi Kanu appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

‘But I really don't believe that you negotiate with terrorists’’. The post Insecurity: “I’m Ready for War”- Pastor Adefarasin declares amid attacks on churches, schools appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Samuel Ogidan The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has taken President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the cleaner over withdrawal of police officers from (Very Important Persons (VIPs). The party, which said… The post Nigeria’s Security Challenge Beyond Police Withdrawal, ADC Tells Tinubu appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has urged the Federal Government to ensure the safe rescue and return of all abducted students in Kebbi, Niger, and elsewhere. National President The post NANS urges Fed govt to ensure safe return of abducted students appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Former Togo striker Emmanuel Adebayor has reaffirmed his Yoruba heritage. Adebayor made the affirmation in a video that has gone viral on social media. During his active years, the Togolese forward played for the two north London top clubs, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, becoming the first African to do so. Adebayor also featured for Real […] Adebayor reaffirms Yoruba heritage in viral video

Miss Côte d’Ivoire Universe 2025, Olivia Yacé, has announced her resignation as Miss Universe Africa and Oceania, just days after winning the title during the coronation night of Miss Universe 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand. The post ‘I must remain true to my values’ – Olivia Yacé resigns as Miss Universe Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, TETFund, Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari, has said the Fund is positioning tertiary education in the country in a way for it to thrive in the future, adding that this is necessary because the future of education is digital. The post TETFund is positioning tertiary education to thrive in digital world – Masari appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) says it is positioned for stronger performance in 2025 and beyond, driven by increased production, expanded gas monetisation, deeper partnerships and aggressive cost-efficiency measures across its operations. Unveiling the 2024 financials of the The post NNPCL targets higher production, stronger gas monetisation amid cost cuts appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Federal Fire Service announced on Monday a national capacity-building initiative, following a collaboration with the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), to train 7,400 Nigerians on fire safety and awareness. According The post Elumelu Foundation partners Federal Fire Service to train 7,400 Nigerians on fire safety appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Fubara said the state government is committed to completing the major reconstruction to enable a return to full legislative operations. The post Fubara Promises To Complete New Assembly Complex, Present 2026 Budget In December appeared first on Channels Television.

Troops of the Nigerian Army, 6 Division, have intensified its offensive against oil theft across the Niger Delta, shutting down seven illegal refining sites and seizing over 109,000 litres of… The post Army Deactivates Seven Bunkering Sites, Confiscates 109,000 Litres Of Stolen Crude appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Monday, declared that his administration will continue to ensure that development is fair, humane and inclusive, noting that he will engage with residents affected by the ongoing 110km Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road Project, beginning from Wednesday. The post Ibadan Circular Road: Makinde to explore possibilities of compensation, resettlement appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has said the insecurity witnessed in some parts of the country is fuelling Sexual and Gender-based violence across the The post Insecurity fuelling gender-based violence across the country – NAPTIP boss appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Serah Yusuf of Wisdom International School of Excellence (WISE), Tudun Wada, Lugbe, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, has emerged the winner of the 11th edition of the prestigious Maltina Teacher… The post FCT Teacher, Serah Yusuf, Emerges Winner Of 2025 Maltina Teacher Of The Year Competition appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has commended the Nigerian Navy for its essential role in safeguarding the nation’s maritime interests and protecting critical oil and gas infrastructure. He described the The post Oborevwori commends Navy’s role in safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime assets appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Victor Okpomor Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo combined combined 4th, 5th, sixth and seventh Convocation ceremony comes up on Saturday, November 29, 2025 in Kiagbodo, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta… The post Edwin Clark University Marks Landmark Combined Convocation, Nov 29, Announces N10bn Endowment Fund, Major Expansion appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.