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Christian killings: Nigeria hiring lobbyists to mask insecurity — Ted Cruz

Cruz said Nigeria’s engagement of a Washington-based lobbying firm was a public relations move meant to soften criticism from the United States rather than confront the insecurity crisis at home. He said Nigerian officials were trying to influence opinion in Washington while failing to address allegations of attacks on Christians and other vulnerable groups. The senator has been at the forefront of calls for sanctions and accountability over alleged religious persecution in Nigeria. His proposed Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025 seeks to hold officials responsible for what he describes as the enabling of mass violence against Christians. Reports also said Nigeria signed a $9 million lobbying contract with DCI Group, a US public affairs firm, after being designated a country of particular concern by President Donald Trump. The controversy adds to growing diplomatic tension between Abuja and some […]

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Alleged fake PFIPC DG Adeyemi fails to appear in court

The scheduled arraignment of Adeniyi Adeyemi, the alleged Director General of the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, PFIPC, did not go ahead after he failed to appear in court.thenationonlineng+1 Adeyemi, who is accused of posing as the head of a non existent presidential council, was expected to take his plea before Justice Mohammed Umar at the Federal High Court in Abuja on an eight count charge bordering on forgery, impersonation and related offences.nairametrics+2 Court records show that the Nigeria Police Force had earlier filed the charges in suit number FHC/ABJ/CR/562/2025, following a petition from the Presidency and an investigation that described PFIPC as a fictitious body with no legal backing.nairametrics+2 Previous attempts to arraign Adeyemi had suffered repeated delays, with his lawyers citing ill health and other reasons for his absence, leading to several adjournments by the court.nairametrics+1 In […]

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Buhari’s first anniversary marked with tributes from Tinubu and others

Nigeria is marking the first anniversary of the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari with tributes from President Bola Tinubu, former Head of State Yakubu Gowon, governors and ministers. The remembrance event brings together Buhari’s family, close associates, public officials and other dignitaries to honour his life and public service. Organisers say the programme is meant to reflect on his leadership, discipline and commitment to the country. President Tinubu is expected to lead the tribute and present a commemorative book in Buhari’s honour. The book contains messages from political leaders, diplomats and other well-wishers who shared their memories of the late former president. The event also includes prayers for the peaceful repose of Buhari’s soul. According to organisers, the ceremony is designed to celebrate his legacy and the impact he left on Nigeria’s political history. Buhari died on July 13, […]

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PFIPC scandal Senate blocks fresh probe

The Senate has declined a fresh probe into the controversy surrounding the purported Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, or PFIPC. Lawmakers said they would wait for the outcome of the ongoing investigation by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, before taking any further action. The matter came up after Senator Suleiman Kawu, who represents Kano South, asked the Senate to investigate how the agency, which the Presidency says does not exist, was included in the 2026 budget with a N1.3 billion allocation. Kawu said the inclusion of the agency in the budget raised serious concerns about the integrity of the budget process and the role of those who approved it. He wanted the Senate to find out who was responsible for inserting the agency into the budget, whether any money had been released, and if any […]

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Why Tinubu trusted only Osinbajo Aregbesola and three others

A former aide to President Bola Tinubu has said that Tinubu placed members of his cabinet in different groups based on the level of trust he had in them. According to the aide, only a few people were among Tinubu’s closest and most trusted allies during his time as governor of Lagos State. The group reportedly included Yemi Osinbajo, Rauf Aregbesola and three others. The claim suggests that Tinubu relied on a small circle of trusted partners for key political and administrative decisions. It also shows how close relationships shaped his leadership style during that period. The remarks have drawn attention because they highlight the long political history between Tinubu and some of his former associates. Over the years, some of those relationships have remained strong while others have become strained. The story also reflects the wider politics around loyalty […]

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FG processing new flight to evacuate Nigerians from South Africa

The Federal Government is processing a new evacuation flight to bring more Nigerians home from South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals. Officials say hundreds of citizens have registered to return and will be airlifted at no cost to them.punchng+1 According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, screening and documentation of willing returnees has been extended so that more affected Nigerians can be captured. President Bola Tinubu has approved multiple evacuation flights to be operated by Nigerian carrier Air Peace, with each trip expected to carry around 260–270 passengers back to Lagos.guardianyoutubeguardian+1 The government says the new flight is part of a broader programme to fully evacuate all Nigerians who wish to leave South Africa by the end of June, in response to ongoing tensions and attacks. Returnees will be received in Lagos by federal officials and given […]

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Tinubu may win 22 states in 2027 says Sowunmi

Former PDP chieftain Segun Sowunmi has said President Bola Tinubu could win as many as 22 states in the 2027 presidential election. Sowunmi made the remark while speaking about Tinubu’s political chances ahead of the next general election. He said the President still has strong support in parts of the country and could perform well if he maintains his current political structure. He also noted that election outcomes often depend on campaign strategy, coalition building and voter turnout. According to him, Tinubu’s chances will improve if his supporters remain united and active across the states. The comments come amid growing political discussions about the 2027 race. Different political figures have continued to predict how the contest may go, even though campaigning has not officially begun. Sowunmi’s statement has drawn attention because of the wide gap between the ruling party’s supporters […]

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Senate passes bill to establish state police in Nigeriachannelstv+1

Nigeria has taken a major step toward creating state police after the Senate passed a constitutional amendment bill to establish state-level police services. The bill was adopted during a plenary session and is aimed at strengthening the country’s security architecture by allowing states to run their own police alongside the federal force.premiumtimesng+2 The legislation, transmitted to the Senate by President Bola Tinubu, proposes a dual policing system made up of a Federal Police Service and State Police Services. It moves policing from the Exclusive Legislative List to the Concurrent Legislative List, giving state governments legal authority to create, fund and manage their own police forces.facebook+3 A key provision of the bill empowers state governors to appoint Commissioners of Police for their states, subject to confirmation by the state Houses of Assembly. The nominees must be recommended by the National Police […]

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State police debate advances in Senate

Nigeria’s debate over state police has moved forward after President Bola Tinubu sent a constitutional amendment bill to the Senate. The proposal seeks to create a legal framework for state police as part of wider efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security system. Lawmakers say the plan could help states respond faster to local security challenges. The bill was read in the Senate and referred to the Constitution Review Committee for further work. The committee is expected to examine the proposal and report back to the Senate before any final decision is made. Supporters of state police say the current federal policing structure is no longer enough to handle the country’s growing security problems. They believe giving states more control over policing could improve response time and intelligence gathering. However, the proposal is still subject to more legislative steps. For the bill […]

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US Hails Nigeria Counterterrorism Efforts, Confirms Joint Operation Against ISIS Leader

The United States has praised Nigeria's counterterrorism efforts and confirmed a collaborative joint operation that eliminated senior ISIS leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, also known as Abu-Mainok, in the Lake Chad Basin. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio disclosed that American and Nigerian security agencies recently collaborated in an operation that eliminated the senior global ISIS leader alongside multiple lieutenants during an assault on his compound. President Donald Trump described the operation as eliminating "the most active terrorist in the world," calling al-Minuki "second command of ISIS globally" and emphasizing the strike dealt a blow to IS's networks in Africa and globally by disrupting their funding and command systems. Al-Minuki was designated a Specially Designated Global Terrorist by the U.S. in 2023 and played a key role in coordinating attacks across West Africa. He was killed during a strike on his compound […]

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