US Flights to Resume Normal Schedules Following Government Shutdown - FAA
The
United States aviation sector has faced unprecedented disruption due to a
prolonged government shutdown lasting 43 days.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has now announced the resumption of normal flight schedules across the country, marking a significant turning point for both the aviation industry and millions of passengers.
FG Announces Christmas Vacation Roaster For Judges Nationwide
On
November 17, 2025, the Federal High Court of Nigeria officially released its
Christmas vacation roster for judges across several judicial divisions in the
country.
This announcement was made through a statement signed by Catherine Oby Christopher, the Director of Information at the Federal High Court. The notice was issued in accordance with a circular duly signed by the Honourable Chief Judge of the Federal High Court of Nigeria, Justice John Tsoho.
Tinubu Sends Peace Envoy to Plateau to Foster Intercommunal Harmony
In a
strategic move aimed at restoring peace and promoting intercommunal harmony in
Plateau State, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu dispatched a peace emissary, Dr.
Abiodun Essiet, to the region.
This initiative, announced on November 16, 2025, underscores the administration’s commitment to addressing longstanding tensions and fostering dialogue among diverse ethnic and religious communities in the state.
Northern Youths Mobilise Members for PDP National Convention
In a
significant show of political engagement and solidarity, the Northern Youth
Network (NYN) has announced a large-scale mobilisation of young members from
the 19 Northern states of Nigeria to participate in the 2025 Peoples Democratic
Party (PDP) National Convention, scheduled to take place in Ibadan, Oyo State.
This initiative, spearheaded by the NYN’s National Coordinator, Comrade Sulaiman Yakubu, reflects a renewed commitment among Northern youths to actively shape the future of the PDP and contribute to its rebuilding efforts ahead of the 2027 general elections.
OAP Nedu’s Controversial Claim: Pregnancy as a Weight-Gain Strategy Among Slim Lagos Women
In a
recent broadcast on Max 102.3 FM, Nigerian on-air personality Chinedu Ani
Emmanuel, popularly known as Nedu, ignited widespread debate by alleging that
some slim women in Lagos intentionally get pregnant as a means to gain weight,
only to terminate the pregnancy afterward.
The statement, made during a live radio segment, has drawn sharp criticism and sparked conversations across social media platforms.
Benin Republic Extends Presidential Term to Seven Years Ahead of 2026 Elections: A Comprehensive Report
In a
landmark constitutional reform, the Republic of Benin has officially extended
its presidential term from five to seven years, a significant political
development that comes just months before the country’s next presidential
election scheduled for 2026.
This decision was ratified during a plenary session of the National Assembly held on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the Palace of the Governors in Porto-Novo. The amendment was passed with overwhelming support, as 90 deputies voted in favor while 19 opposed the motion.
Deadly Bandit Attacks in Niger State: 16 Vigilantes Killed, 42 Residents Kidnapped
In a
series of coordinated and devastating assaults, armed bandits have killed
sixteen vigilante operatives and abducted forty-two residents across multiple
communities in Mashegu Local Government Area of Niger State, Nigeria.
The attacks, which occurred between Sunday, November 9 and Thursday, November 13, 2025, have left several villages deserted and residents in fear, marking one of the most violent episodes in the region’s recent history.
Tragedy in Ilorin: Fire Service Recovers Body of 12-Year-Old Girl from Domestic Well
In a
deeply saddening incident that has left the Ikoyi community of Ilorin West
Local Government Area in mourning, the Kwara State Fire Service on Saturday,
November 15, 2025, recovered the lifeless body of a 12-year-old girl named
Nabilat from a domestic well.
The tragedy occurred on Busari Alao Street, where the young girl reportedly slipped and fell into the well while attempting to fetch water.
Divided Opinions Among South-East Leaders Over Proposed Transfer of Senator Ike Ekweremadu to Nigerian Prison
The
proposed transfer of former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu,
from a United Kingdom correctional facility to a Nigerian prison has sparked
intense debate among political and socio-cultural leaders in Nigeria’s
South-East region.
The Federal Government’s initiative, which has not yet been officially confirmed, has generated a wave of mixed reactions, revealing deep-seated divisions within the region’s leadership.
SERAP Demands Accountability from CBN Over Missing ₦3 Trillion
The
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has issued a stern
ultimatum to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), demanding a full explanation
and accounting for the alleged disappearance or diversion of ₦3 trillion in
public funds.
This demand was formally addressed to the CBN Governor, Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, in a letter dated November 15, 2025, and signed by SERAP’s Deputy Director, Kolawole Oluwadare.
Plateau Cleric El-Buba Criticizes FG’s Response to Trump’s Threat as Misguided
In a
recent interview, Prophet Isa El-Buba, the General Overseer of the Evangelical
Outreach Ministries International based in Jos, Plateau State, expressed strong
disapproval of the Nigerian Federal Government’s response to a controversial
threat made by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump had reportedly threatened military intervention in Nigeria over alleged persecution of Christians, a claim that has sparked significant diplomatic tension and public discourse.
Sheikh Gumi Defends Bandit Negotiations, Claims to Have Facilitated Surrender of 600 Fighters
In a bold
and defiant statement, prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has publicly
defended his controversial role in negotiating with armed bandit groups in
northern Nigeria.
Amid mounting criticism and calls for his arrest, Gumi asserted that his efforts have yielded tangible results, including the surrender of over 600 bandits. He made this claim in a Facebook post on Sunday, November 16, 2025, where he lashed out at his detractors, labeling them as “spineless, irresponsible and unpatriotic imbecilic people”.
Governors Revolt as Wike’s Expulsion Fractures the PDP
The
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Nigeria’s main opposition party, has plunged
into deeper crisis following the controversial expulsion of Nyesom Wike, the
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), alongside ten other
high-ranking party members.
This dramatic development unfolded during the PDP’s 20th National Convention held at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, Oyo State, where a motion for their expulsion was tabled by Chief Olabode George, a former National Vice Chairman (South), and seconded by Samaila Burga, the Bauchi State PDP Chairman. The motion was overwhelmingly adopted by the party’s delegates.
