Tragedy Strikes Disney Cruise Between Australia and New Zealand After Passenger Falls Overboard
A tragic incident unfolded aboard the Disney Wonder cruise ship as it traveled between Melbourne, Australia, and Auckland, New Zealand. A passenger, a 73-year-old man from Moonee Ponds in Melbourne, went overboard in the early hours of Saturday morning. Despite extensive search efforts by the crew, the man could not be located, leaving passengers and staff shaken by the somber turn of events.
Special Report: Miss Universe, A Pageant with Scandals - Mexican Executive Arrested in Thailand
The Miss
Universe pageant, long celebrated as one of the most prestigious beauty
competitions in the world, has once again found itself mired in controversy.
This time, the scandal centers on Jorge Figueroa, the director of Miss Universe Mexico, who was arrested in Bangkok, Thailand, just days before the highly anticipated event that would crown Miss Mexico as a global beauty queen.
Special Report: CAN Opens Up on Schoolgirls Abduction
The
Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Niger State chapter, has strongly
refuted claims by the state government that the management of a Niger school
had been warned of an impending bandit attack before the abduction of hundreds
of students and staff.
The incident, which has shaken the region, saw 315 individuals, 303 students and 12 staff members, taken captive by gunmen.
Special Report: Security Fears Rise in Nigeria After Mass School Abduction
In one of
the largest mass kidnappings in Nigeria’s recent history, gunmen abducted more
than 300 students and teachers from St Mary’s co-educational school in Niger
state.
The raid, which took place early Friday, has sent shockwaves across the country and reignited fears about the vulnerability of schools in rural areas.
At G20 Leaders’ Summit, Tinubu Demands Fair Handling of Global Financial Flows, Recurring Debt Crises
At the
Third Session of the 2025 Group of 20 (G20) Leaders’ Summit held at the
Johannesburg Expo Centre in South Africa, President Bola Tinubu, represented by
Vice President Kashim Shettima, delivered a strong call for reform in the
global financial system.
Speaking under the summit’s theme, “A Fair and Just Future for All: Critical Minerals, Decent Work, Artificial Intelligence,” Tinubu emphasized the urgent need for a more equitable and responsive framework to manage international financial flows and address recurring debt crises in a manner that reflects the realities of developing nations.
Special Report: After Verification, CAN Puts Number of Abducted Students, Teachers in Niger School Attack at 315
The
Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has released a verified update on the
tragic abduction that occurred at St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary
Schools in Papiri, Agwarra Local Government Area of Niger State.
Following a thorough verification exercise and census, CAN confirmed that the total number of abducted victims has risen to 315, comprising 303 students and 12 teachers. This figure is significantly higher than the earlier reported 227 victims, as additional students who initially appeared to have escaped were later discovered to have been captured during the attack.
Special Report: Trump on Fox News, Says Nigeria Failed to Protect Citizens
In a striking
intervention on international affairs, United States President Donald Trump has
intensified his criticism of Nigeria’s handling of security challenges,
particularly those affecting Christian communities.
Speaking on Fox News Radio’s The Brian Kilmeade Show, Trump described Nigeria as “a disgrace,” accusing the federal government of failing to protect its citizens from what he termed a genocide. He alleged that Christians were being killed “by the thousands” and warned that U.S. subsidies to Nigeria could be halted if decisive action was not taken.
“Nothing Troubles Me More Than Insecurity in Nigeria - Tinubu”
President
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that insecurity remains the most troubling
challenge confronting Nigeria, describing it as the gravest issue that weighs
on his administration.
Speaking through the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, at the 25th Anniversary of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) in Kaduna, Tinubu emphasized that unless trust is rebuilt, the nation’s security challenges will persist, economic stagnation will deepen, and educational deficits will widen.
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.
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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.
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
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.
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
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 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.
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
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.
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
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, 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 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).
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.
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.
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 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.
