Wike, Bala Mohammed, Makinde clash at PDP Secretariat in Abuja

Report on the Clash at PDP Secretariat in Abuja

On November 18, 2025, a violent confrontation erupted at the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja. The incident involved rival factions led by prominent figures including Nyesom Wike, Bala Mohammed, and Seyi Makinde. The clash highlighted deepening divisions within the party and raised concerns about the stability of Nigeria’s democratic process.

Background

The PDP, one of Nigeria’s major political parties, has been grappling with internal disputes over leadership and legitimacy. The crisis intensified when the faction loyal to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde elected Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN) as National Chairman. This decision was contested by another faction led by Mohammed Abdulrahman, which had already taken control of the secretariat earlier that morning.

If I were Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau | AT THIS TIME

*Nigeria’s Super Eagles has recently crashed out of the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup*

My Speech to Nigerians as NFF President

By Solomon Etuk

"My fellow Nigerians,

At this time, our hearts are heavy. We dreamed together, we prayed together, and we believed together. Yet, the Super Eagles have fallen short in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The loss to DR Congo on penalties is painful, and I know the sting of disappointment runs deep in every home, every street, and every heart across this nation.

Nigeria Fail To Qualify For 2026 World Cup After Losing To DR Congo On Penalties

Nigeria Fail to Qualify for 2026 World Cup After Losing to DR Congo on Penalties

Introduction

Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a heart-breaking end after the Super Eagles were eliminated by the Democratic Republic of Congo in the Africa playoffs final. The match, played on November 16, 2025, ended 1-1 after extra time before DR Congo triumphed 4-3 in a tense penalty shootout. This result means Nigeria will miss back-to-back World Cup tournaments for the first time since they first qualified in 1994.

Match Overview

The encounter began with Nigeria making a dream start. Frank Onyeka’s deflected strike in the third minute gave the Super Eagles an early lead, sending the home crowd into jubilation. Nigeria nearly doubled their advantage soon after, with Wilfred Ndidi testing DR Congo’s goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi from distance. However, the game shifted when Victor Osimhen suffered an injury following an accidental elbow from Aaron Wan-Bissaka, forcing his withdrawal at halftime.

Busia man thanks parents for using money he sent from abroad to build him dream home

A Testament of Trust: The Busia Man’s Dream Home

In a world where stories of betrayal and misuse of remittances often dominate headlines, the tale of a man from Busia returning home to find his dream realized stands out as a beacon of hope and integrity.

After seven years of working abroad, faithfully sending money back home, he was met not with disappointment but with overwhelming gratitude. His parents had used every shilling he sent to build a beautiful bungalow, complete with land and a gardener, fulfilling the vision he had nurtured for years.

44 Federal Lawmakers Write Tinubu, Seek Nnamdi Kanu’s Release

A Bold Plea for Reconciliation – 44 Lawmakers Urge Tinubu to Free Nnamdi Kanu

In a striking show of unity across party lines and regional divides, forty-four serving members of Nigeria’s House of Representatives have formally appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).

Their letter, described as a “national interest driven resolution,” underscores the growing momentum behind calls for a political solution to one of the country’s most contentious issues.

FCTA Launches ‘Breathe Clean Air In Abuja’ Initiative To Tackle Household Pollution

Breathing Hope into Abuja’s Future

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has unveiled a bold and timely initiative titled “Breathe Clean Air in Abuja”, a campaign designed to confront one of Nigeria’s most persistent public health and environmental challenges: household air pollution.

Launched at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, the program drew government officials, development partners, environmental experts, and schoolchildren, signaling a collective commitment to healthier living and sustainable energy practices.

Yahoo-Boy Buries Mother Alive For Money Ritual – EFCC

The Dark Descent of Ritual Crimes in Nigeria

The shocking revelation that a young man, identified as a “Yahoo boy,” buried his own mother alive in pursuit of wealth has reignited national outrage and deep concern about the growing menace of ritual-related crimes in Nigeria.

According to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the incident occurred after the boy, already entangled in internet fraud, was introduced to ritualists who demanded the ultimate sacrifice, his mother’s life, as a condition for supernatural powers to acquire riches.

Heartbreak as man dies en route to meet his newborn, 2 weeks after his traditional wedding

Heartbreak as Man Dies En Route to Meet His Newborn

Tragedy struck in South Africa when Nkokheli Twabu, fondly known as Volo Da Saint, lost his life in a devastating accident on November 16, just two weeks after celebrating his traditional wedding.

The 34-year-old DJ was on his way to the hospital to meet his newborn child for the very first time when fate intervened near King Shaka International Airport in Durban. His death, occurring on the same day his child was born, has left his family, friends, and community in profound grief.

Cloudflare outage take down X, ChatGPT and websites

When Cloudflare Faltered, the Internet Felt It

A sudden outage at Cloudflare on November 18, 2025, disrupted vast portions of the internet, temporarily taking down major platforms like X (formerly Twitter), ChatGPT, Uber, Canva, and even gaming services such as League of Legends.

The incident revealed the fragility of modern digital infrastructure and the risks of relying on a handful of providers to keep the web running.

The disruption began around 11:20 UTC when Cloudflare detected a spike in unusual traffic flowing through one of its services.

This surge triggered widespread errors across its global network, leaving users unable to access countless websites. For millions, the experience was abrupt: error messages, “internal server errors,” and blank pages where their favorite platforms should have been.

First Lady urges collective action to protect children from sexual abuse

First Lady’s Call for Collective Action Against Child Sexual Abuse

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has issued a powerful appeal for unified national action to protect children from sexual exploitation and abuse, emphasizing that safeguarding the nation’s future requires more than rhetoric, it demands evidence-based policies and coordinated efforts.

On November 18, 2025, during the commemoration of the World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse, the First Lady addressed Nigerians with a message that was both urgent and sobering. She reminded the nation that child protection cannot be achieved through good intentions alone. Instead, it requires deliberate, informed strategies guided by accurate data, research, and sound policymaking.

UK jails Nigerian doctor for $268,000 fraud

UK Jails Nigerian Doctor for $268,000 Fraud: A Breach of Trust in the NHS

The conviction of Nigerian doctor Richard Akinrolabu in the United Kingdom has sparked widespread attention, not only because of the scale of the fraud but also due to the betrayal of trust it represents within the National Health Service (NHS).

Akinrolabu, who worked as a trust grade specialist registrar in obstetrics and gynaecology at the Princess Royal University Hospital in London, was sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to four counts of fraud by false representation. The offences amounted to more than £268,000, equivalent to about $268,000.

‘I acted irresponsibly,’ VeryDarkMan apologises after brawl with Mr Jollof

The Lessons Behind VeryDarkMan’s Public Apology After His Brawl with Mr Jollof

The Nigerian social media space was thrown into frenzy after a dramatic in-flight altercation between Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), and comedian Freedom Atsepoyi, better known as Mr Jollof.

The incident, which occurred aboard a United Nigeria Airlines flight from Asaba to Lagos, disrupted passengers’ schedules and sparked widespread debate about the responsibilities of public figures in moments of conflict. In the aftermath, VeryDarkMan issued a public apology, admitting, “I acted irresponsibly,” and taking full responsibility for the disruption.

Turaki begs Trump to save Nigeria’s democracy amid PDP crisis

Turaki’s Plea to Trump: A Cry for Nigeria’s Democratic Survival

In a dramatic turn of events that underscores the depth of Nigeria’s political turbulence, the newly elected National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, has made an extraordinary appeal to U.S. President Donald Trump and the wider international community.

Turaki’s plea, delivered during a press conference at the PDP national secretariat in Abuja, was not couched in diplomatic subtlety but in urgent, almost desperate tones: “Come and save democracy in Nigeria.” This statement, laden with both symbolism and alarm, reflects the escalating crisis within the PDP and the broader anxieties about Nigeria’s democratic stability.