President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on international partners and allies to stand firmly with Nigeria as his administration intensifies efforts to combat terrorism and violent criminal activities threatening national peace and development. In a post on his official X account @officialABAT on Friday, Tinubu stated that his government will “spare no effort and leave no stone unturned” in its mission to eradicate criminals from society. He added, “We urge our allies to stand firmly with us as we amplify our fight against terrorism. We have made significant progress in the past two years, and we will decisively eliminate this…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Friday urged troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) in Maiduguri, Borno State, to prepare for a decisive phase in the fight against Boko Haram and ISWAP, stressing that failure is not an option. Addressing the soldiers, Gen. Shaibu said, “You have been training to defeat the terrorists that have been disturbing the North‑East. This time, you are going to do it differently. All combat enablers have been provided. New platforms have been introduced, all to ensure that you succeed.” He emphasized that the current generation of soldiers must surpass the achievements of…
The Consul‑General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Lagos, Mr Daniel Krulls, has announced that his office is introducing measures to reduce visa processing times for Nigerians, targeting a maximum of three weeks for all visa categories. Krulls revealed this during a media briefing, noting that the consulate currently handles over 10,000 visa applications annually and plans to expand capacity by doubling visa counters and engaging external service providers for certain visa types. He also said a system will be implemented to verify academic diplomas, a method previously used in India, to speed up student visa approvals. “We are…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has set November 20, 2025 for the delivery of judgment in the terrorism trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Judge James Omotosho fixed the date after Kanu failed to open his defence within the six-day period granted by the court. Kanu had questioned the validity of the charges, arguing that the Terrorism Prevention and Prohibition Act under which he is being prosecuted had been repealed and insisting that there is no valid charge against him. The prosecution alleges Kanu committed offences under a seven-count terrorism indictment connected to…
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has defended his squad rotation approach following criticism from former England striker Wayne Rooney. Maresca insisted that rotating players is essential to cope with the demands of modern football and to manage a long season effectively. This season, Chelsea has made 85 changes to their starting line‑ups across all competitions, more than any other Premier League club. Rooney argued that constant changes could disrupt team chemistry and suggested that senior players should challenge this strategy. Ahead of Chelsea’s home game against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Maresca said, “Football is a bit different compared to years ago in terms…
As part of the Federal Government’s 2024–2026 Fiscal Reform Agenda, Nigerians are set to enjoy a wide-ranging tax relief package aimed at reducing the cost of living, supporting small businesses, and encouraging economic growth. The new measures will come into effect on January 1, 2026, under the recently enacted tax reform laws. Individuals earning the national minimum wage or less will be fully exempt from taxes, while those with annual gross income up to ₦1,200,000 will also enjoy full exemption. Reduced Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) tax rates will apply to earners of up to ₦20 million annually. Gifts, pension contributions to a…
Tesla, Inc. shareholders have approved an unprecedented compensation plan for Elon Musk, potentially worth up to $1 trillion over the next decade. The vote took place at the company’s annual meeting in Austin, Texas, with over 75% of shares supporting the package. The pay plan is tied to ambitious performance targets. Musk will need to drive Tesla to a market valuation of around $8.5 trillion, deliver tens of millions of vehicles, launch one million robotaxis, and sell one million humanoid robots while maintaining strong profitability to unlock the full payout. Elon Musk reacted to the approval, saying: “What we’re about…
The Vatican has issued a new directive stating that the Virgin Mary should not be referred to as a co redeemer of humanity, insisting that only Jesus Christ fulfilled the work of salvation. The Church said the growing description of Mary as “co redeemer” has caused confusion among believers and must no longer be used. The doctrinal note released by the Vatican explained that while Mary played a unique and honoured role in the story of Redemption, her role should not be placed on the same level as that of Jesus Christ. The document stated that the title “co redeemer”…
The Nigeria Employers Consultative Association has thrown its weight behind the Federal Government’s approval of a 15 per cent import tariff on petrol and diesel, describing the move as a strategic step towards strengthening Nigeria’s local refining capacity and reducing dependence on imported fuel. The association noted that the policy aligns with efforts to revive the nation’s economy and promote sustainable industrial growth. Director General of NECA Adewale Smatt Oyerinde said the tariff would encourage private sector investment in domestic refining and support the establishment of a competitive downstream sector. According to him, the decision will “help build an efficient…
Nigeria has taken a leading role in West Africa’s climate action efforts after becoming the first country in the region to submit its updated Third Nationally Determined Contribution to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change ahead of the COP30 summit. The move is expected to give the nation a competitive edge in attracting global climate funding and partnerships. Vice President Kashim Shettima is expected to present Nigeria’s green transition roadmap to world leaders at the COP30 summit in Brazil. This roadmap outlines the country’s long term commitment to reducing emissions, strengthening resilience and expanding clean energy adoption across…
Galatasaray forward Leroy Sane has reacted to the ongoing debate comparing Harry Kane and Victor Osimhen after being asked to choose the best striker he has played with. Football fans have continued to draw comparisons between the two prolific forwards based on their scoring records and influence for club and country. Sane is regarded as one of the few players with the credentials to comment on the subject as he previously played alongside Kane in the Premier League and is now a teammate of Osimhen at Galatasaray. When asked to make a choice Sane refused to pick between the two…
Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has called on the Federal Government to issue a formal apology to Yoruba nation activist Chief Sunday Adeyemo also known as Sunday Igboho over the 2021 raid on his Ibadan residence. He described the invasion as unlawful and a violation of Igboho’s rights. Soyinka made the remarks in a video shared by Igboho’s media team where he condemned the joint operation carried out by security operatives of the Department of State Services and the Nigerian Army at Igboho’s Soka home in Ibadan Oyo State. “The government should stop pursuing this person as a criminal because…