US Sends Ground Troops to Nigeria Amid Security Cooperation
The United States has confirmed that it has deployed a small team of ground troops to Nigeria, marking a rare acknowledgement of US military presence in the country. The announcement was made by General Dagvin Anderson, the head of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), during a press briefing on Tuesday. According to General Anderson, the […]
Nigeria Signs Deal with South Korea to Manufacture Electric Vehicles
Nigeria has signed an agreement with South Korea to establish an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant in the country, as part of efforts to expand local production and reduce carbon emissions. The agreement, a memorandum of understanding, was signed on 30 January by Nigeria’s Minister of State for Industry, John Enoh, and representatives of South […]
Nigeria, Türkiye Sign New Agreements on Trade, Defence
Nigeria and Türkiye have agreed to speed up cooperation in trade, energy and defence as part of efforts to boost investment, job creation and economic growth in both countries. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the agreement during his state visit to Ankara, following talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. In a post on his […]
Again, US Urges Nigeria to Protect Christians After Mass Abduction in Kaduna
The United States has called on Nigeria to take stronger action to protect Christian communities following the abduction of more than 170 worshippers in Kaduna State, an incident that has heightened concerns over insecurity and religious violence. The worshippers were kidnapped during church services in Kajuru Local Government Area on 18 January. Initial reports of […]
CAF Fines Algeria, Suspends Players After Clashes With Nigeria
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has fined the Algerian Football Federation $100,000 following misconduct by its players, officials and supporters after a match against Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations. CAF announced the sanctions on Wednesday after reviewing incidents that followed Algeria’s 2–0 defeat by Nigeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 tournament […]
US Congressman Says White House To Be Briefed On Protection Of Christians In Nigeria
A senior US lawmaker says he will soon brief the White House on the situation of Christians in Nigeria, amid growing concern over attacks on religious communities in parts of the country. Republican Congressman Riley Moore said he plans to present options to the US government on how Christians in Nigeria can be better protected. […]
Nigeria to Revise Inflation Reporting Method for First Time in 15 years
Nigeria’s statistics agency has announced plans to revise how it reports inflation, following concerns that December’s year-on-year figure may be artificially high due to changes in how prices are measured. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said the expected surge in December inflation does not reflect real price movements in the economy, but is largely […]
Turkey Seeks Inclusion in Nigeria’s E-visa System to Boost Business Travel
Turkey has asked Nigeria to include Turkish citizens in its electronic visa (e-visa) system in a move aimed at simplifying visa procedures and strengthening economic ties between the two countries. The request was made by Turkey’s ambassador to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, during a meeting with Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in Abuja on Tuesday. […]
AFCON 2025: Ghanaian Referee Appointed for Nigeria–Morocco Semi-final
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea to officiate the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final between Nigeria and Morocco. CAF announced the list of match officials on Tuesday ahead of the highly anticipated encounter, which will take place on Wednesday night at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium […]
Just In: Heavyweight Champion Anthony Joshua Survives Auto Crash
British-Nigerian heavyweight boxer, Anthony Joshua, was involved in a serious road accident on December 29, 2025, along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Makun, Ogun State, Nigeria. The vehicle carrying Joshua (a Lexus Jeep) reportedly collided with a stationary truck near Danco Filling Station before the Sagamu Interchange. Two people died at the scene (eyewitness accounts vary […]