A United States lawmaker, Senator Bernie Moreno, has proposed legislation, the Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025, which seeks to prohibit US nationals from holding dual citizenship. Currently, US citizens may maintain multiple nationalities without renouncing any under American law. Moreno, who previously gave up his Colombian citizenship, argued that dual citizenship creates “conflicts of interest […]

A violent altercation broke out between soldiers and police officers on Monday at a popular mall along Ahmadu Bello Way in

…Applauds FG moves to tackle insecurity By Emem Idio Yenagoa A former Bayelsa State gubernatorial candidate, Udengs Eradiri, has applauded steps taken so far by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to tackle insecurity in the country. Eradiri particularly hailed the President for appointing the immediate past Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa (retd), as […] The post Name, shame sponsors of terrorism, Eradiri urges Tinubu appeared first on Vanguard News.

Eminent Nigerians who have made profound contributions to service, innovation, social development, empowered women, and supported out-of-school children were recently recognised and celebrated at the 4th edition of the Global Affairs Magazine Awards (GAMA). The Humanitarian Awards, held at the The post GAMA 2025 honours beacons of hope, amplifies resilience stories appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

President John Mahama has presented 40 armoured vehicles to the Ghana Police Service at the Police Headquarters to boost its operations.

Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have rescued five students of the Rivers State University, who were kidnapped on Monday by suspected cultists. The students, including Prince London ‘M’, Azubuike Kelechukwu ‘M’, Elizabeth Aniete ‘F’, Onyebuchi Precious ‘M’, and London Sampson ‘M’, all of the Emohua campus of the university, were kidnapped in an […]

AKURE – Agriculture scientists, who are still active, have been advised to look into how they could be beneficiaries of their own researches to improve their well-being. Dr Adeola Odedina,… The post Agric Expert Urges Career Scientists To Explore Agribusiness For Self Well-being appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has extended its condolences to the Nigeria Police Force following the death of five officers in a recent gun duel with bandits in Sabon Sara village, Darazo Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The The post NEDC distributes relief materials to families of slain Bauchi police officers appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The two front runners in Honduras' presidential election are still neck and neck as the vote count enters its fourth day.

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has intensified Nigeria’s military modernisation drive through a blend of strategic reforms, local production advances, and high-level international engagements, according to his media aide, Ahmad Dan-Wudil. In a statement, Dan-Wudil said the minister’s recent initiatives have significantly strengthened the country’s defence posture […] The post Matawalle driving FG’s defence push, says aide appeared first on Vanguard News.

He stressed that the Igbo people are behind Nnamdi Kanu despite the judgement from the Federal High Court in Abuja....

Teams are divided into four pots of 12 teams based on their current FIFA rankings. Each of the 12 groups will contain one team from each pot.

The Cross River State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday removed its chairman, Alphonsus Ogar Eba, after members of the State Executive Committee (SEC) passed an overwhelming The post JUST IN: Cross River APC chairman Alphonsus Eba impeached appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Trump administration paused immigration applications for 19 banned countries after a National Guard shooting, citing security concerns and ordering USCIS review.

Iraq has ordered the freezing of financial assets belonging to several Iran-aligned militant groups, including Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Yemen’s Houthi movement. The move is seen as one of Baghdad’s most assertive attempts yet to curb the financial networks of Tehran-backed organisations. The directive was published in Iraq’s official gazette this week, confirming that authorities will […] Iraq freezes assets of Hezbollah, Houthi, other Iran-backed militias

Police in Ogun State on Thursday sounded a note of warning to peddlers of fake security tips, particularly those using the picture of the Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, to desist from such acts or face the full wrath The post Ogun police warn against fake security tips appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

President John Dramani Mahama has attributed the recent poor performance in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) to long-standing neglect of basic education.

Armed bandits on Wednesday evening launched a coordinated attack on Gaa Fulani, a community in Iye-Mero, Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State, carting away valuables and abducting several residents. The raid, which occurred between 6 pm and 7 pm, witnessed the invasion of homes by the attackers who forcefully seized their mobile phones, ATM […]

Bantama MP and former Roads and Highways Minister, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has outlined the substantial amount of work required to complete the Accra–Kumasi Highway dualisation project, following President Mahama’s inspection of the ongoing works on Wednesday.

In a rousing statement from his Mayoral Palace, the Mayor of Urhoboland, His Excellency Dr. Eshanekpe Israel (Akpodoro), has congratulated Lieutenant General Christopher Musa (retired) on his appointment as Minister… The post Defence Minister: Akpodoro Hails Tinubu, Says Gen Musa Is Magic Wand Nigeria Needs appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Four days after beating Palmeiras to win their fourth Copa Libertadores, Flamengo secured the Brazilian title with a 1-0 success against Ceara at Rio de Janeiro’s iconic Maracana stadium on Wednesday. It was a ninth Brazilian crown for the country’s The post Flamengo add Brazilian title four days after Copa Libertadores win appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

According to him, Matawalle has been one of the most dedicated officials in the fight against insurgents since assuming office.

An Ondo APC group says Tinubu’s 2027 reelection is secure, dismissing the threat of Atiku Abubakar joining the ADC ahead of the general election. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubull-still-win-with-atiku-as-adc-candidate-ondo-apc-group/

A Nigerian lady shared her observation about Regina Daniels, noting a noticeable change in the actress's appearance after leaving her estranged husband’s house.

Kwara State celebrated the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a para-handball tournament and empowerment programme at George Innih Stadium, Ilorin. Team Kwara defeated Team Ekiti 3–0 to… The post Kwara Wins Para-Handball, Empowers PWDs On Disability Day appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The defection of Mr Hassan (APC, Mafara North), was announced on Thursday at the plenary by the Speaker of Zamfara State House of Assembly during the presentation of the 2026 proposed budget by Governor Dauda Lawal. The post Zamfara lawmaker from Senator Yari’s constituency dumps APC for PDP appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

President Tinubu applauds the Senate for confirming Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister, calling the appointment crucial to strengthening Nigeria’s security.

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has vowed tougher border security control following the killing of its three officers by suspected bandits in Kebbi. The post Banditry: NIS honours slain officers, vows tougher border security in Kebbi appeared first on Vanguard News.

A combined team of security forces was ambushed by armed men along the Kuzuntu axis of Anchau in Kubau Local Government Area, Kaduna State, leaving one policeman dead and several military personnel injured. The incident was reported in a post shared on X on Thursday by security analyst Zagazola Makama. According to the post, the […] Kaduna: Policeman killed, soldiers injured in bandit ambush

NGT plants are created when a small part of their DNA is added, removed or altered using genetic editing tools, as opposed to older GMO techniques, which involve introducing genetic material from one different organism into another to make a hybrid. The post EU Reaches Accord On New Generation Of Genetically Modified Crops appeared first on Channels Television.

President Bola Tinubu has nominated the immediate-past Sole Administrator of Rivers State and former Chief of Naval Staff, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, as a non-career ambassador. Also nominated are former Senator Ita Enang; former First Lady of Imo State, Chioma Ohakim; and Abdulrahman Dambazau, former Minister of Interior and ex-Chief of Army Staff. Their names were […]

The governor explained that Kanu's issue was the only subject matter that took him to visit the president, stressing that the meeting was both positive and fruitful. The post I visited Tinubu for Nnamdi Kanu’s release, not defection to APC – Otti appeared first on Vanguard News.

Aminu Shehu, an aide to Zamfara West senator, Abdulaziz Yari, has refuted reports that the former Zamfara State governor said President Bola Tinubu is ‘caged’ inside the Presidential Villa. DAILY POST reports that Yari was quoted to have made the claim in his speech at the One Nigeria Project Conference in Abuja on Wednesday. Yari […] Yari never said Tinubu caged in Aso Rock – Aide refutes reports

On November 25, 2025, I wrote and published an article on Myjoyonline, urging Ghanaians not to sabotage the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). My views were strictly aimed at protecting and strengthening the office beyond the individuals who lead it. I have read and listened to the OSP’s Director of Strategy, Research and Communications, […]

Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Policy Communication, has revealed what the President told him on his (Tinubu) mother’s teachings guide his choice of appointments as President, includng those who previously opposed him.

Chocolate City executives; Audu Maikori, Paul Okeugo, Abuchi Peter Ugwu, Aibee Abidoye, and Ifeyinwa Anyadiegwu, shared insights into the growth and future of African music during a fireside session at… The post Chocolate City Executives Chart Africa’s Music Future At EWA 2025 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.