PDP Faces Legal Extinction by December 8 - Showunmi
The
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Nigeria’s main opposition party, is currently
engulfed in a constitutional crisis that threatens its very survival.
According to Otunba Segun Showunmi, a prominent chieftain of the party, the PDP risks “legal extinction” if urgent corrective steps are not taken before December 8, 2025, when the tenure of the current National Working Committee (NWC) officially expires.
Hong Kong Begins Mourning Period After Fire Kills At Least 128
Hong Kong
has entered a solemn three-day mourning period following one of the deadliest
fires in the city’s modern history.
The blaze, which tore through the Wang Fuk Court residential estate in Tai Po district on November 28, 2025, claimed at least 128 lives, with authorities warning that the toll could rise as investigators continue to search the charred remains of the towers.
Guinea-Bissau Military Takeover - Jonathan Labels It a “Ceremonial Coup”
In late November 2025, Guinea-Bissau was thrust into political turmoil when its military declared “total control” of the country, effectively disrupting the democratic process and trapping delegates from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
Jimoh Ibrahim Urges Nigerians to Back Tinubu on Economic and Security Reforms
Senator
Jimoh Ibrahim has called on Nigerians to rally behind President Bola Ahmed
Tinubu’s ambitious economic and security reform agenda.
Speaking with conviction, the federal lawmaker emphasized that the President’s vision for restructuring Nigeria’s economy and fortifying its national security architecture requires the collective support of citizens at this pivotal moment in the nation’s history.
Jonathan Calls for Release of Guinea-Bissau Presidential Election Results
In a
dramatic turn of events following Guinea-Bissau’s recent presidential and legislative
elections, former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has publicly demanded
the immediate release of the country’s election results.
Jonathan’s call comes after military officers seized control of the nation, suspended the electoral process, and closed its borders, sparking fears of democratic backsliding in West Africa.
Kano Government Demands Ganduje’s Arrest Over ‘Inciting’ Security Comments
The
political atmosphere in Kano State has taken a dramatic turn following the
state government’s call for the arrest and investigation of former governor
Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
The demand was made during the 34th Executive Council meeting held at the Government House, Kano, where members reviewed recent remarks attributed to Ganduje and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin.
Safeguarding the School Gate – Regulations on Child Pickups
The daily ritual of school pickups may appear routine, but beneath its simplicity lies a complex web of safety regulations designed to protect children, reassure parents, and maintain order around educational institutions.
Across the world, governments and schools have recognized that the moments when children leave the structured environment of the classroom are among the most vulnerable. It is here that safety policies, legal frameworks, and community practices converge to ensure that no child is exposed to unnecessary risk.
A Tragedy That Shook Rivers State
The Rivers State community has been left reeling after the shocking murder of seven-year-old Alicia Olajumoke, a crime that has sparked outrage, grief, and urgent calls for justice.
According to reports, the incident occurred on November 25, 2025, in the Agip Estate area of Rumueme, Port Harcourt. Alicia, a bright young girl who lived with her mother, Glory Joseph, was allegedly taken from school by a woman known to the family, identified as Success.
Health Crisis - “It’s More Expensive to Die in Africa than to Live”
Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto has sounded a stark warning about Africa’s worsening health crisis, declaring that the cost of dying on the continent now outweighs the cost of living.
Kukah's remarks, delivered at the African Faith and Health Leaders Consultation in Nairobi, have ignited urgent calls for African-led solutions to the systemic failures in healthcare.
El-Rufai Joins ADC, Vows to Unseat Kaduna Governor
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), declaring his intention to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and unseat the current Kaduna governor in the 2027 general elections.
On Thursday, November 27, 2025, El-Rufai completed his registration at the ADC office in Unguwar Sarki, Kaduna North. He was warmly received by senior party officials, including the ADC Vice Chairman for the North-West, Jafaru Sani, and the National Membership Secretary, Senator Sadiq Yar’adua. In a symbolic gesture, El-Rufai was issued membership number 000002, underscoring his prominence within the party’s new coalition framework.
Amid FG’s Delay, Ivory Coast Airlifts Ex-President Jonathan from Guinea-Bissau
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan was airlifted out of Guinea-Bissau by Ivory Coast authorities after delays attributed to Nigeria’s Federal Government, sparking diplomatic questions and regional intrigue.
The unfolding episode centers on the unexpected intervention of Ivory Coast in facilitating the safe passage of ex-President Jonathan from Guinea-Bissau.
Breaking Nigeria’s Kidnap Chain - A Call for Urgent Action
The tragic death of Venerable Edwin Achi, the Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church in Ungwan Maijero, Kaduna, who was abducted alongside his wife and daughter and later died in captivity, is yet another painful reminder of the deepening crisis of insecurity in Nigeria.
Edwin's passing is not just a personal loss to his family and the Diocese of Kaduna, but a symbol of the collective trauma inflicted on communities across the nation.
Kaduna Anglican Priest Dies in Kidnappers’ Den; Diocese Cancels ‘Stand Up for Jesus 2025’
Summary: Venerable Edwin Achi, Priest-in-Charge of Ebenezer Anglican Church, Ungwan Maijero in Kaduna State, has tragically died in the custody of kidnappers after being abducted with his wife and daughter on October 28, 2025. In response, the Anglican Diocese of Kaduna has cancelled its major annual programme, Stand Up for Jesus 2025, as a mark of respect and mourning.
