CAN opens up on schoolgirls abduction

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CAN Opens Up on Schoolgirls Abduction: A Crisis of Trust and Responsibility

The recent abduction of over 300 students and staff from a school in Niger State has once again thrown Nigeria into the throes of grief, fear, and outrage.

At the center of this unfolding tragedy is the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Niger State chapter, which has openly challenged the narrative put forward by the state government. The government claimed that the school had been warned of an impending attack and directed to shut down, but CAN insists no such warning was ever received.

Security crisis: Shehu Sani, AFF warn FG to act, seek international help

Senator Shehu Sani

Security Crisis: A Nation on the Brink

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Nigeria’s worsening security situation has once again been thrust into the spotlight, this time by the urgent warnings of Senator Shehu Sani and the Africa Freedom Foundation (AFF).

At a one-day summit in Abuja themed “Conversation on the Search for Peace in Nigeria”, stakeholders from across religious, political, and security sectors gathered to confront the grim reality of relentless killings, kidnappings, and human rights violations.

Cloud Energy restores power in Plateau community after 20 years of darkness

A New Dawn in Namu: Cloud Energy’s Solar Revolution

For two decades, the people of Namu in Quan Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State lived in darkness, their homes and businesses deprived of reliable electricity.

That long night has finally ended with the commissioning of a 50 kWh solar mini-grid by Cloud Energy Photoelectric Limited, in partnership with Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency (REA).

Trump Boycotts South Africa G20 Summit

Trump Boycotts South Africa G20 Summit

The G20 summit held in Johannesburg, South Africa, in November 2025 was marked by both historic significance and deep geopolitical tensions.

It was the first time the gathering of the world’s major economies took place on African soil, with leaders such as French President Emmanuel Macron, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in attendance. Yet, the absence of U.S. President Donald Trump cast a long shadow over the proceedings.

Prosecute Those Responsible For Violence Against Christians, Italian PM Meloni Tells FG

Italian PM Meloni Urges Nigeria to Prosecute Perpetrators of Violence Against Christians

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has issued a strong call to the Nigerian Federal Government, demanding the prosecution of those responsible for recent violent attacks on Christian communities.

In a statement released on Friday, Meloni condemned the renewed wave of assaults, stressing that religious freedom is a fundamental and inalienable human right. She emphasized that Italy stands in solidarity with the victims and communities in Nigeria who feel endangered because of their faith.

Obi Faults FG, Calls For Dialogue, Political Solution After Nnamdi Kanu’s Conviction

Obi Faults FG, Calls For Dialogue, Political Solution After Nnamdi Kanu’s Conviction

The conviction of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has reignited political and social debate in Nigeria.

On November 22, 2025, the Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced Kanu to life imprisonment after finding him guilty of terrorism-related charges, including inciting violence, belonging to a banned organisation, and threatening attacks on Nigerian and foreign targets. Justice James Omotosho ruled that Kanu’s broadcasts encouraged followers to attack security agents, destroy infrastructure, and target diplomatic missions.

FG Delegation in US Countering False Claims on Country’s Security Situation - Minister

FG Delegation in US Countering False Claims on Nigeria’s Security Situation

The Federal Government of Nigeria has dispatched a high-level delegation to the United States to address and counter what it describes as misleading narratives about the country’s security situation.

According to the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the mission is focused on correcting claims that Nigeria is engaged in religious persecution, a narrative that has recently gained traction in certain US political and advocacy circles.

‘Despite capacity of 13,625MW, only 3,781 MW of electricity get to consumers’

Nigeria’s Power Paradox – Capacity vs. Delivery

Nigeria’s electricity sector faces a striking paradox: despite an installed generation capacity of 13,625 megawatts (MW), only about 3,781 MW of electricity actually reaches consumers.

This gap highlights systemic inefficiencies in generation, transmission, and distribution that continue to undermine the nation’s energy security. 

Dangerous shortage of medics threatens safe patient care in England, top GP says

Dangerous Shortage of Medics Threatens Safe Patient Care in England

A leading GP has warned that England faces a dangerous shortage of medical professionals, a crisis that threatens the safety and quality of patient care across the National Health Service (NHS).  

The warning comes from Professor Kamila Hawthorne, Chair of the Royal College of General Practitioners, who has raised alarm over the growing gap between patient demand and the availability of doctors. 

"You don’t just open your mouth and say you’re coming with guns blazing’ – Soyinka blasts Trump

Soyinka Rebukes Trump’s “Guns Blazing” Threat to Nigeria

Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has sharply criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks threatening military intervention in Nigeria.

The controversy erupted after Trump declared that the United States might halt aid and potentially send troops “guns blazing” to confront alleged atrocities against Christians in Nigeria. 

Why FG hasn’t prosecuted terrorism financiers – Minister

Why FG Hasn’t Prosecuted Terrorism Financiers – Minister

The Federal Government of Nigeria has explained that the delay in prosecuting terrorism financiers is due to the complexity and sensitivity of investigations, which cannot be rushed.  

In a recent interview on Channels Television, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, addressed growing public concerns about why individuals suspected of financing terrorism have not yet been brought before the courts. He emphasized that contrary to popular belief, the matter is not as straightforward as having a list of suspects and immediately initiating trials. 

Bianca Ojukwu speaks on Nnamdi Kanu’s life imprisonment

Bianca Ojukwu Speaks on Nnamdi Kanu’s Life Imprisonment

Bianca Ojukwu, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and widow of Biafran leader Odumegwu Ojukwu, has reacted to the life imprisonment handed down to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Her statement emphasizes calm, restraint, and dialogue as the way forward for Nigeria and the Igbo people.  

On November 20, 2025, the Federal High Court in Abuja convicted Nnamdi Kanu on terrorism charges and sentenced him to life imprisonment. 

Why I left panel investigating Timipre Sylva – Seriake Dickson

Why Seriake Dickson Withdrew from the Panel Investigating Timipre Sylva

Senator Seriake Dickson, representing Bayelsa West, has explained that he recused himself from the Senate Committee on Local Content’s investigation into former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, because he believed the inquiry was selective and lacked fairness.  

The controversy centers on allegations of diversion of $14.8 million belonging to the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). 

How I had twins naturally after 40 years’ marriage — 63-Year-Old midwife

A Miracle Beyond Time - The 63-Year-Old Midwife Who Bore Twins After Four Decades of Waiting

In a world where medical science often dictates the boundaries of possibility, the story of Mrs. Janet Ajibola, a 63-year-old midwife from Nigeria, stands as a profound testament to faith, resilience, and the mysteries of life. 

After 40 years of marriage and countless disappointments, she welcomed twin boys into her arms, not through the aid of modern reproductive technologies like IVF, but naturally, defying both medical expectations and societal assumptions.

Many feared killed in Ibadan gas explosion

Tragedy in Ibadan - The Gas Explosion That Shook a Community

On Friday night, November 21, 2025, a devastating gas explosion struck the Bioku-Alaadun area of Ibadan, leaving several people feared dead and the community in shock.  

The incident unfolded in Ona Ara Local Government Area of Oyo State when a gas tanker was discharging its content into a retail outlet. 

UK to make legal migrants wait longer for settled status

Britain’s New Migration Rules -  A Longer Road to Settlement

The United Kingdom has embarked on what officials describe as the biggest overhaul of its legal migration system in half a century. 

At the heart of this reform lies a controversial decision: legal migrants will now face significantly longer waits before they can apply for permanent settlement, also known as Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). 

Nigeria to export electricity to 14 African countries as local demand falters

Nigeria to Export Electricity to 14 African Countries as Local Demand Falters

Nigeria has announced plans to export electricity to 14 African countries following its successful integration into the West African Power Pool (WAPP), a move hailed as historic but raising questions about domestic energy demand and supply.  

The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Power, revealed that the country now possesses an export capacity of about 600 megawatts, though only 350MW is currently shared with neighboring countries such as Benin Republic, Togo, and Niger.

Why we need an alternative to palm oil

Why We Need an Alternative to Palm Oil

Palm oil is everywhere, but its hidden costs, deforestation, biodiversity loss, and climate damage, make finding alternatives not just desirable, but urgent.  

Palm oil has become the most widely consumed vegetable oil in the world, appearing in nearly half of all packaged products on supermarket shelves, from bread and margarine to shampoo and cosmetics. 

Elon Musk says that in 10 to 20 years, work will be optional and money will be irrelevant thanks to AI and robotics

Elon Musk’s Vision of a Post-Work, Post-Money Future

Elon Musk has recently declared that within the next 10 to 20 years, human work will become optional and money will lose its relevance, thanks to the rise of artificial intelligence and robotics. His bold prediction, made at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum, has sparked global debate about the future of labor, economics, and society.  

Musk envisions a world where advanced AI systems and humanoid robots will handle the majority of labor, from manufacturing to services, effectively eliminating poverty and reducing the costs of essential goods. 

Rethinking Marriage—Kajol’s Bold Call for Expiry Dates and Renewals

Rethinking Marriage - Kajol’s Bold Call for Expiry Dates and Renewals  

In a recent episode of Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle, Bollywood actress Kajol sparked a lively debate by suggesting that marriages should come with an expiry date and a renewal option. Her statement, “We don’t have to suffer for too long”, was delivered during a playful segment called This or That, but it carried a serious undertone that has since ignited conversations about the nature of commitment and the evolving expectations of relationships.  

Convicting Nnamdi Kanu while Sheikh Gumi walks freely, clear case of selective justice – Nigerian lawyer

Convicting Nnamdi Kanu While Sheikh Gumi Walks Freely - A Clear Case of Selective Justice

The recent conviction of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has ignited a storm of controversy in Nigeria’s legal and political landscape.

Kanu was sentenced to life imprisonment on terrorism charges by Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja. His conviction has been described by constitutional lawyer and political analyst Malcolm Emokiniovo Omirhobo as a glaring example of selective justice in Nigeria’s judicial system.

Drunk dad escapes burning car and left his 2-year-old daughter strapped in car seat to die

Tragedy of a Drunk Father Who Abandoned His Child in a Burning Car

In a harrowing incident that has shocked communities and drawn widespread condemnation, a father allegedly intoxicated at the time of the event managed to escape from a burning vehicle while leaving his two-year-old daughter strapped in her car seat.

The child, unable to free herself, was left behind as the flames engulfed the vehicle, leading to her tragic death.

Child Protection and Domestic Violence in Ghana

Special Investigative Report: Child Protection and Domestic Violence in Ghana

The tragic case in Ghana involving the death of 13-year-old Celestine Adonteng, allegedly beaten by her father over food highlights the urgent need for stronger child protection enforcement and awareness around domestic violence.

The Incident

On November 20, 2025, police in Kokrobite, Greater Accra, arrested Isaac Adonteng, a 54-year-old mason, for allegedly beating his daughter, Celestine Adonteng (13 years old), to death. 

According to the Accra Regional Police Command, preliminary investigations revealed that the father assaulted her with a cane, a metal pipe, and other objects after accusing her of taking food meant for her younger sibling. Despite the girl sustaining severe injuries, he reportedly failed to seek medical help, leading to her death.

Ghanaian father beats his 13-year-old daughter to d3ath for taking food meant for her younger siblings

Tragedy in Ghana – Father Allegedly Beats 13-Year-Old Daughter to Death Over Food

A deeply disturbing incident has emerged from Ghana, where a father is reported to have fatally assaulted his 13-year-old daughter after she took food that was meant for her younger siblings.

The shocking case has sparked outrage and grief across communities, raising urgent questions about child protection, parental responsibility, and the broader societal pressures that may contribute to such tragedies.

Atiku tells FG to declare state of emergency on insecurity

Atiku Urges Federal Government to Declare State of Emergency on Insecurity

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has issued a strong call to the Federal Government to immediately declare a state of emergency on insecurity following yet another tragic incident of mass abduction.

Atiku’s statement comes in response to the attack on St. Mary’s Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area, Niger State, in the early hours of November 21, 2025.