Trump Renames the U.S. Institute of Peace After Himself
In a move
that has sparked widespread debate, President Donald Trump’s administration has
officially rebranded the U.S. Institute of Peace to bear his name.
On December 3, 2025, the State Department announced that the independent think tank, originally established in 1985 by President Ronald Reagan to promote conflict resolution, will henceforth be known as the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace.
Appeal Court Upholds Judgment Barring VIO from Stopping and Impounding Vehicles
In a
landmark decision delivered on December 4, 2025, the Court of Appeal in Abuja
reaffirmed the earlier ruling of the Federal High Court that significantly
curtails the powers of the Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS),
popularly known as the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO).
The appellate court upheld the October 4, 2024 judgment which barred the agency from stopping vehicles on the road, impounding or confiscating them, and imposing fines on motorists.
Comparative Analysis: Kukah’s Stance vs. Proponents of Community Self-Defense
Kukah’s
Position
Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah strongly rejects the idea that arming communities will solve Nigeria’s insecurity crisis. He argues that weapons provide only a false sense of security and raise troubling questions about what happens to those arms once peace is restored. For Kukah, the roots of instability lie in broken homes, fragmented communities, and weakened moral foundations. He emphasizes unity across faith, ethnic, and cultural lines, urging Nigerians to confront shared challenges collectively. His vision of security is moral and social, not militarized. He insists that peace cannot be outsourced to weapons but must be built through truth, courage, justice, compassion, and inclusive representation.
Arming Communities to Defend Themselves Won’t End Insecurity - Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah
In Abuja,
during a national dialogue on preventing violence and conflict in Northern
Nigeria, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Sokoto Diocese delivered a powerful
warning against the growing belief that arming communities to confront terrorists
and bandits can resolve Nigeria’s worsening insecurity.
Speaking at the event organized by the National Peace Committee, the Kukah Centre, and the Office of the National Security Adviser, he described such measures as offering nothing more than a false sense of security.
The Tragedy of Jealousy and the Fragility of Innocence
In
Haryana’s Panipat, India, a horrifying crime has shaken communities and sparked
global outrage.
A woman, identified as Poonam, was arrested after drowning her six-year-old niece during a wedding celebration. Her motive, as confessed to police, was chillingly rooted in jealousy: she believed the child “looked prettier” than her.
Jealousy, Murder, and the Collapse of Family Bonds
A six-year-old girl was drowned by her
aunt during a wedding in Panipat, India, because the child “looked prettier
than her.” The accused later confessed to murdering three other relatives,
including her own son, over the past two years.
The disturbing case centers on Poonam, a 32-year-old woman from Haryana, who allegedly drowned her niece Vidhi in a tub of water during a family wedding celebration in Naultha village, Panipat.
Christopher Musa: A Soldier’s Journey to Civilian Leadership
General
Christopher Musa’s appointment as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence is not just a
political development but the continuation of a career defined by discipline,
resilience, and service.
Born into a military tradition that prizes loyalty and sacrifice, Musa rose steadily through the ranks of the Nigerian Army, eventually becoming Chief of Defence Staff. His tenure in that role was marked by an unrelenting focus on counter-insurgency operations, particularly in the North-East, where Boko Haram and other extremist groups had entrenched themselves.
A New Chapter in Nigeria’s Defence Leadership
The
swearing-in of General Christopher Musa (rtd) as Nigeria’s new Minister of
Defence by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s
ongoing struggle against insecurity.
Barely forty days after retiring as Chief of Defence Staff, Musa has been thrust back into the heart of Nigeria’s security architecture, this time in a civilian capacity.
His appointment, confirmed by the Senate just a day prior to the ceremony, reflects Tinubu’s urgency in filling the vacuum left by former Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru’s resignation and in strengthening the fight against banditry, terrorism, and the alarming rise in school abductions.
Tinubu Nominates General Christopher Gwabin Musa as Minister of Defence
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally nominated General Christopher Gwabin Musa, Nigeria’s former Chief of Defence Staff, as the new Minister of Defence, following the resignation of Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar.
Special Report: NCoS Gets First Female Spokesperson, Jane Osuji
Chief Superintendent of Corrections (CSC) Jane Osuji has made history as the first female spokesperson of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), following her appointment by the Controller General, Sylvester Nwakuche, effective December 2025.
The Nigerian Correctional Service announced the appointment of Jane Osuji as its new Public Relations Officer after the retirement of Deputy Controller of Corrections Umar Abubakar on November 19, 2025.
The Science Behind Silence: How Noise-Cancelling Headphones Work
In a world filled with constant chatter, roaring engines, and the hum of everyday life, noise-cancelling headphones have become a modern marvel. They promise not just music, but peace, a cocoon of sound where distractions fade away. Yet behind this seemingly magical experience lies a fascinating interplay of physics, engineering, and human perception.
At the heart of noise-cancelling technology is the principle of active noise control. Unlike ordinary headphones that simply block sound with padding and insulation, noise-cancelling headphones actively fight back against unwanted noise. Tiny microphones embedded in the earcups listen to the surrounding environment, capturing the incoming sound waves.
Becoming a Better Active Listener in Conversations
Active listening is more than simply hearing words; it is the art of engaging fully with another person’s message, both spoken and unspoken. In a world where distractions are constant and conversations often rushed, cultivating active listening is a skill that can transform relationships, deepen understanding, and foster genuine connection.
At its core, active listening requires presence. Too often, people prepare their responses while the other person is still speaking, which undermines true comprehension.
Adeleke’s Exit and the Future of PDP
Governor
Ademola Adeleke’s resignation from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is more
than a personal political decision; it is a seismic event that could reshape
both Osun State politics and the national trajectory of the PDP.
Adeleke’s departure comes at a critical juncture, just as the party prepares for its governorship primary in Osun, and amid escalating internal crises that have already led to expulsions and dissolutions of party structures in several states.
