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A viral claim circulating online suggests that hundreds of Nigerians took to the streets demanding that former U.S. President Donald Trump come to Nigeria . However, verified reports show that this claim is false and misleading. Instead of supporting Trump, many Nigerians actually protested against him , especially in Kano and Lagos, after he made comments suggesting possible U.S. military intervention in Nigeria. During the protests, demonstrators carried placards condemning Trump’s remarks, accusing him of exaggerating religious tensions and pushing foreign interference. In some marches, protesters even dragged the U.S. flag on the ground as a sign of rejection. While a few Nigerians online express support for foreign help due to insecurity, this has not translated into street protests calling for Trump’s arrival . Fact-checkers also confirmed that a viral pro-Trump protest video was AI-generated , adding to the misinformation. The bottom line? There is no evidence of mass pr...

  Reports from Katsina State indicate that some local government areas have entered into peace agreements with armed bandit groups in an effort to reduce escalating attacks. The deals, reportedly signed in Sabuwa and Dandume LGAs , aim to establish a temporary ceasefire and protect local communities. However, these agreements have sparked controversy . Bandits in some areas are demanding levies from farmers, including reports of ₦20 million demanded from farmers in Kankara LGA before harvest, a practice widely criticized as extortion disguised as part of the peace pact. Despite these community-led negotiations, Katsina State Governor Dikko Umar Radda has distanced the government from these deals, emphasizing that the state is focused on security operations and not negotiating with criminal groups. Analysts and human rights advocates warn that such arrangements, if not properly monitored, may legitimize armed groups and fail to provide lasting security. These developments hig...

  Residents of Yan Kwada village , located in the Faruruwa community of Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State , were thrown into panic on Sunday evening as heavily armed bandits invaded their community, abducting five women , including four nursing mothers . According to local sources, the attackers stormed the village around dusk, firing sporadic gunshots that sent villagers fleeing for safety. Eyewitnesses reported that the bandits broke into several homes , targeting women before retreating into the bush with their captives. Community members said the attackers operated freely for over an hour without any immediate response from security forces. Out of the five abducted victims, two reportedly managed to escape , while three others remain in captivity as of press time. The Kano State Police Command has yet to issue an official statement regarding the attack, though local vigilante groups have intensified search efforts to rescue the remaining victims. Residents of ...

  Abuja, Nigeria — November 7, 2025 — President Bola Tinubu received the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’adu Abubakar III, at the State House in Abuja in a significant move to reinforce inter-religious dialogue and national cohesion. The Nation Newspaper +2 Thisdaylive Accompanied by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, the Sultan held a private meeting in the President’s office, part of an ongoing series of consultations with traditional and religious leaders. Channels Television While details of the discussion were not publicly disclosed, presidential sources described the engagement as an important component of advancing mutual understanding, tackling religious tensions, and reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to freedom of worship. The Guardian Nigeria The meeting follows recent international scrutiny of Nigeria’s religious-freedom record. Analysts say Tinubu’s outreach to faith leaders such as the Sultan and the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja signals the a...

  There’s relief and celebration in Abaji Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as the principal of Junior Secondary School Naharati , Mr. Zakari Abdulkadir Yelwa , has finally regained his freedom after being held captive by armed kidnappers. According to reports from Daily Trust , the principal and his daughter were abducted by gunmen and taken into the forest, sparking widespread panic among residents and teachers in the area. After several tense days in captivity, Yelwa and his daughter were released on Saturday night , reportedly after the family paid a ransom of about ₦3.1 million . Speaking after his release, the visibly shaken principal described his ordeal as “life in the kidnappers’ den was hell on earth.” He thanked God, local security operatives, and community members for their prayers and efforts toward their safe return. News of his release has been met with widespread joy across the community. Teachers and students of Junior Secondary School Naharat...

  The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra ( IPOB ), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu , is once again at the center of legal attention as his long-running treason and terrorism trial continues at the Federal High Court in Abuja . At the same time, his brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu , has also been remanded by a Magistrate Court in Kuje, Abuja , alongside Kanu’s lawyer Aloy Ejimakor and several others. They are accused of taking part in the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest , which authorities say violated a court order and caused public disturbance around key government zones in the Federal Capital Territory. According to reports from Reuters , Vanguard , and The Sun Nigeria , Nnamdi Kanu’s main case—focused on allegations of terrorism and treasonable felony—has reached a critical stage. The court has directed the IPOB leader to open his defense , following the dismissal of his “no-case” submission. Meanwhile, the separate case involving his brother stems from the October 17 protest, where demon...

 Nigeria is on the brink of a historic financial milestone! Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has announced plans to open Dangote Refinery to public ownership by 2026 . This move promises to give ordinary Nigerians the chance to invest in what is set to become the largest single-train refinery in the world .  The refinery can process 650,000 barrels of crude oil daily , making it a game-changer in Africa’s oil sector.  Dangote intends to list the refinery on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX) and also consider a dual listing on the London Stock Exchange (LSE).  Nigerians and international investors will soon be able to buy shares, opening doors to wealth creation and economic empowerment . The refinery is expected to create thousands of jobs and significantly reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imported fuel.  Dangote’s associated urea fertilizer plant is also slated for public listing by the end of 2025 , broadening investment opportunities. This historic move...

  In a significant gesture of compassion and national unity, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has granted a presidential pardon and clemency to 175 inmates and former convicts across Nigeria. The announcement, released through the State House press office in October 2025 , marks one of the largest waves of presidential mercy in recent years. ⚖️ According to the official statement, the presidential pardon included. 82 inmates granted full clemency, 65 inmates with sentences reduced, 7 death row inmates whose sentences were commuted to life imprisonment, and 21 individuals given posthumous or special recognition for national contributions. This act of mercy aligns with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda , promoting justice reform and decongestion of correctional facilities nationwide. 🌟 Among those included in the pardon are: Farouk Lawan , the former House of Representatives member convicted in a bribery scandal, Herbert Macaulay , Nigeria’s nationalist and founding father (posthumo...

  A passionate call for justice and inclusion has sparked conversations in Plateau State , as Hausa activist Shuaibu Aliyu demands recognition and fairness for Hausa residents who have lived in the state for generations. Aliyu, known for his advocacy on equality and unity, insists that Hausa people in Plateau are not outsiders , but true contributors to the state’s growth and identity. He urged both state authorities and the public to end long-standing discrimination based on ethnicity and indigene status. “We are not after political positions or power. We only seek fairness and equal treatment. Our people have lived here for decades, contributed to the economy, and deserve to be recognized as indigenes,” – Shuaibu Aliyu stated in his public declaration. His comments reignited the ongoing indigene vs. settler debate , a sensitive issue that has shaped inter-ethnic relations across Nigeria for decades. Many citizens have applauded his courage, describing his words as a timel...