From Lagos to Hollywood: The Evolution of Nigeria’s Film Powerhouse
Nollywood,
Nigeria’s vibrant film industry, has undergone a remarkable transformation from
its modest beginnings in Lagos to becoming a globally recognized cinematic
force.
The journey, chronicled in the article “From Lagos to Hollywood: The Evolution of Nigeria’s Film Powerhouse” published by Tribune Online, captures the dynamic growth and cultural significance of Nigerian cinema.
UN Affirms Gender Equality as a Cornerstone of Lasting Global Peace
In a
powerful reaffirmation of its long-standing commitment to inclusive
peacebuilding, the United Nations has declared that gender equality is not
merely a social ideal but a fundamental prerequisite for achieving enduring
global peace.
This message was delivered as the UN marked the 25th anniversary of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Agenda, a landmark initiative launched through Security Council Resolution 1325 in the year 2000.
Trump to Nigeria: Stop the Killings or Face Military Action - A Full Overview
On
November 2, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to
Nigeria, threatening military intervention over what he described as ongoing
genocide against Christians in the country.
The statement, posted on his Truth Social platform, marked a dramatic escalation in rhetoric and policy stance, drawing global attention and sparking diplomatic ripples.
BREAKING: PDP Suspends Anyanwu, Bature, and Others Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities
In a
dramatic turn of events within Nigeria’s political landscape, the Peoples
Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended four of its top-ranking national officers
over allegations of anti-party activities and violations of the party’s
constitution.
The announcement was made on Saturday, November 1, 2025, following a decisive meeting of the PDP’s National Working Committee (NWC) at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja.
El-Rufai’s 30-Year Ban from SDP: A Deepening Rift in Nigeria’s Third-Force Politics
In a
dramatic reaffirmation of internal party discipline, the Forum of 37 State
Chairmen of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has reiterated that former Kaduna
State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, remains banned from the party for a
period of 30 years.
This declaration, made during a recent conference in Abuja, underscores the intensifying factional crisis within Nigeria’s oldest surviving third-force political platform.
Internal Turmoil in Nigeria’s PDP: Factional Suspensions Rock Party Leadership
The
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), one of Nigeria’s major political parties, has
plunged into a fresh wave of internal crisis following a dramatic escalation of
factional disputes within its national leadership.
On Saturday, November 1, 2025, a faction reportedly aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, announced the suspension of the Acting National Chairman, Ambassador Umar Damagum, along with five other members of the National Working Committee (NWC).
Tinubu Reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Religious Freedom Amid International Scrutiny
In a
decisive response to recent international concerns, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
has reiterated the Nigerian government's unwavering commitment to upholding
religious freedom across the nation.
This declaration comes in the wake of global characterizations suggesting religious intolerance in Nigeria, particularly claims of a “Christian genocide” that have sparked widespread debate and concern.
FCT Security Spokespersons Forum Strategises to Strengthen Inter-Agency Collaboration
In a bid
to enhance security coordination and public communication within Nigeria’s Federal
Capital Territory (FCT), the FCT Security Spokespersons Forum convened a
strategic meeting aimed at reinforcing inter-agency collaboration.
The gathering took place at the Federal Fire Service FCT Command Headquarters in Kubwa, Abuja, and brought together spokespersons and public relations officers from a wide array of security and emergency response agencies operating within the territory.
Strategic Overhaul in the Nigerian Air Force: New Air Chief Redeploys Senior Officers
In a
sweeping move aimed at revitalizing the operational structure of the Nigerian
Air Force (NAF), the newly appointed Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday
Kelvin Aneke, has initiated a major redeployment of senior officers across the
force.
This strategic reshuffle, announced on October 31, 2025, is designed to enhance command effectiveness, improve decision-making, and align the service’s leadership with the evolving security landscape and the new Chief’s vision.
Deborah Agbakwuru: Bridging Pharmacy and Immunology in the Pursuit of Scientific Answers
Deborah
Agbakwuru’s journey from clinical pharmacy in Nigeria to cutting-edge
immunological research in the United States is a compelling story of intellectual
curiosity, professional evolution, and a deep commitment to improving human
health.
In a recent interview, she shared how her foundational training in pharmacy laid the groundwork for asking the right scientific questions, while her current doctoral research in immunology equips her with the tools to uncover answers that could transform treatment outcomes.
US Senator Applauds Trump’s Redesignation of Nigeria Over Religious Persecution
In a
significant development on October 31, 2025, Texas Senator Ted Cruz publicly
commended President Donald Trump for redesignating Nigeria as a “country of
particular concern” due to escalating religious persecution, particularly
targeting Christians.
This designation, announced by Trump via his Truth Social platform, was framed as a response to what he described as an “existential threat” facing Christianity in Nigeria. He accused radical Islamist groups of orchestrating widespread killings of Christians and emphasized that the United States could not remain passive in the face of such atrocities. Trump pledged that America would stand ready to protect Christian populations globally.
Two Stories of Resilience and Political Controversy: A Grade 9 Pupil’s Hospital Exam and Bode George’s Rebuke of Judicial Intervention
In Nakuru
County, Kenya, a heart-wrenching tale of perseverance unfolded as Sheila
Achieng', a Grade 9 pupil, was forced to sit for her Kenya Junior Secondary
Education Assessment (KJSEA) exams from a hospital bed following a tragic
accident.
The incident occurred on October 2, 2025, when Sheila’s father, Onyango, was driving her to school. Their journey ended in disaster when they were involved in a severe road accident that claimed Onyango’s life and left Sheila with serious injuries, including spinal damage. Since then, she has remained hospitalized, undergoing treatment and rehabilitation while grappling with the emotional trauma of losing her father.
Two Stories of Resilience and Commitment: A Kenyan Student’s Courage and Nigeria’s Gender-Inclusive Peace Agenda
In Nakuru
County, Kenya, a Grade 9 pupil named Sheila Achieng’ has become a symbol of
resilience after being forced to sit for her Kenya Junior Secondary Education
Assessment (KJSEA) exams from a hospital bed.
This extraordinary situation arose following a tragic road accident on October 2, 2025, when Sheila was being taken to school by her father, Onyango. The accident claimed Onyango’s life and left Sheila with severe injuries, including spinal damage.
A Tragic Turn: Nakuru Grade 9 Pupil Sits for KJSEA Exams in Hospital
In a
heartbreaking story from Nakuru County, Kenya, a Grade 9 pupil named Sheila
Achieng’ has been forced to take her Kenya Junior Secondary Education
Assessment (KJSEA) exams from a hospital bed following a devastating road
accident.
The incident occurred on the morning of Thursday, October 2, when Sheila was being taken to school by her father, Onyango, who worked as a boda boda (motorcycle taxi) operator. Their journey turned tragic when a Lexus vehicle collided with their motorcycle, resulting in a fatal impact.
Guinea-Bissau Military Arrests Senior Officers Over Alleged Subversion Plot
On
October 31, 2025, the army of Guinea-Bissau announced that it had successfully
thwarted an alleged attempt to undermine the country's constitutional order.
This revelation came just one day before the official launch of campaigning for the upcoming legislative and presidential elections, scheduled to take place in approximately three weeks.
Court Halts 2025 PDP National Convention Amid Legal Dispute
In a
significant development within Nigeria’s political landscape, the Federal High
Court in Abuja has issued a ruling halting the 2025 National Convention of the
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The decision, delivered by Justice James Omotosho on October 31, 2025, stems from a legal challenge brought forth by three aggrieved members of the party.
These plaintiffs contested the legitimacy of the planned convention, originally scheduled for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State, where new national officers were to be elected.
Trump Labels Nigeria a ‘Country of Particular Concern’ Over Alleged Christian Killings
On
October 31, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a strongly worded
statement via his social media platform, Truth Social, declaring Nigeria a
“Country of Particular Concern” due to what he described as mass killings of
Christians.
Trump asserted that Christianity faces an existential threat in Nigeria, claiming that thousands of Christians have been killed by radical Islamist groups. He characterized the situation as a “mass slaughter” and emphasized that the United States could not remain passive in the face of such atrocities.
Turkish Football Federation Suspends 149 Referees Over Betting Allegations
In a
sweeping disciplinary move that has sent shockwaves through Turkish football,
the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) announced the suspension of 149 referees
implicated in a major betting scandal.
The announcement, made on Friday, October 31, 2025, follows an extensive investigation into betting activities among referees officiating across various professional leagues in Turkey.
Adamawa State University Champions AI Integration for Educational Transformation in Nigeria
In a bold
and visionary move, Adamawa State University (ADSU), located in Mubi, has
called for the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Nigeria’s
education system.
This initiative was unveiled during a World Press Conference held in anticipation of the university’s 15th, 16th, and 17th Combined Convocation Ceremony, which took place from October 31 to November 1, 2025.
Tinubu Decorates Newly Appointed Service Chiefs With New Ranks: A New Chapter in Nigeria’s Military Leadership
On October 30, 2025, President Bola Ahmed
Tinubu presided over a significant ceremony in Abuja, officially decorating
Nigeria’s newly appointed Service Chiefs with their respective ranks.
This event marked the formal transition of leadership within the Armed Forces, following a sweeping reorganization of the nation’s military hierarchy announced just days earlier.
A Deepening Crisis: Child Poverty in 73 English Neighborhoods
In a sobering revelation from newly
recalculated deprivation indices, nearly all children in 73 neighborhoods
across England are now living in income-deprived households.
This marks a dramatic shift in the landscape of child poverty, driven by the inclusion of soaring housing costs, particularly rent, into official poverty measures.
UN Leaders Condemn ‘Horrifying’ Mass Killings in Sudan
In a chilling development that has drawn
global condemnation, United Nations leaders have decried the mass killings of
civilians in El Fasher, Sudan, following the city’s takeover by the
paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The emergency session of the UN Security Council, convened at the behest of the United Kingdom, brought to light a wave of atrocities that have unfolded in the region, prompting urgent calls for international accountability and humanitarian intervention.
Reactions to the U.S. Refugee Cap and Prioritization of White South Africans
The announcement by the Trump administration
to drastically reduce the number of refugees admitted to the United States in
the 2026 fiscal year to just 7,500, while prioritizing white South Africans, has
ignited a firestorm of criticism and concern across humanitarian, legal, and
political circles.
This decision marks a sharp departure from the previous refugee ceiling of 125,000 set under the Biden administration and signals a significant shift in the U.S. approach to global humanitarian obligations.
The “Omoge Saida” Saga: Scandal, Social Media Reactions, and a Musical Response
The Nigerian digital space has been engulfed
in a whirlwind of controversy following the emergence of an explicit video
allegedly featuring Saidat Aralamo Ashabi Balogun, a 54-year-old UK-based
socialite and entrepreneur popularly known as “Omoge Saida.”
Known for her elegance, resilience, and success in the luxury goods and jewelry business, Saidat had cultivated an image of sophistication and class.
René Claude Meka: Cameroon’s 86-Year-Old Chief of Defence Staff
René Claude Meka stands as one of Africa’s
most enduring military figures, having served as Cameroon’s Chief of Defence
Staff since September 2001.
Born on February and stability within 2, 1939, in Enongal near Ebolowa, Meka’s military career spans over six decades, reflecting a legacy of continuity and stability within Cameroon’s Armed Forces. His leadership Cameroon’s Armed has remained steadfast through changing Forces. His leadership has remained steadfast through changing political landscapes political landscapes and regional challenges and regional challenges, making him a symbol, making him a symbol of institutional endurance in the of institutional endurance in the country’s defense country’s defense establishment.
