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FULL LIST: Trump imposes U.S. entry restrictions on Nigeria, 23 other countries

United States President Donald Trump has announced an expansion of entry restrictions on foreign nationals from 24 countries, citing what his administration described as persistent gaps in screening, vetting and information-sharing that pose risks to U.S. national security and public safety. The new measures, outlined in a White House fact sheet, impose a full suspension of entry on eight countries and partial restrictions on 16 others. The restrictions affect both immigrant and non-immigrant travellers and cover visa categories including business […]

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NDLEA secures order to detain vessel, 21 crew members over cocaine shipment from Brazil

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has obtained an order of the Federal High Court in Lagos to detain a cargo vessel, its captain and 20 other crew members following the seizure of 25.5 kilograms of cocaine at the Apapa seaport. The cocaine was discovered hidden in the hatch of the commodity vessel, MV San Antonio, which arrived in Lagos from Brazil. NDLEA operatives, acting on credible intelligence, uncovered the drug consignment on December 6, 2025. Following the full discharge […]

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Oyo, Kwara, Ogun, Osun to experience intermittent power supply

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has acknowledged the intermittent power supply and prolonged outages being experienced by customers across its franchise areas in Oyo, Kwara, Ogun, Osun states and parts of Ibadan. The company expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to households and businesses, assuring customers that efforts are ongoing to address the situation. In a statement issued by its management, IBEDC explained that the disruption was due to a reduction in load allocation from the national grid, which has […]

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Insecurity: Police deploy special forces ahead of NLC protest today

Ahead of the nationwide protests organised by the Nigeria Labour Congress, the police have deployed special forces and tactical teams across the country to ensure peaceful demonstrations and prevent any breakdown of law and order. Police commands in several states confirmed that officers and equipment have been mobilised to protect protesters and the general public, while guarding against attempts by hoodlums or political elements to hijack the rallies. The protests are scheduled to take place today in response to worsening […]

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Senate urges NSA to probe fake news on Akpabio’s, Gowon’s deaths

The Senate has directed the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, to investigate the circulation of false reports alleging the deaths of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.). The decision followed the consideration of a motion raised during plenary by Senator Titus Zam, who expressed concern over the growing spread of misinformation on social media. He noted that claims of Akpabio’s death in a London hospital were widely circulated online at a time the […]

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BREAKING: Ajaero, Sowore, others gather for protest against insecurity

Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress have begun assembling at the Congress’ Secretariat in Abuja ahead of a nationwide protest over the worsening insecurity across the country. Those already present include the NLC President, Joe Ajaero, alongside representatives of various civil society organisations. Also in attendance are Omoyele Sowore and members of the Revolution Now Movement, who have joined the mobilisation. Security operatives have been deployed to the area, with personnel drawn from the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigeria Security […]

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No Court order stopped tinted glass enforcement – Police

The Nigeria Police Force has insisted that no court order restrains it from enforcing the tinted glass permit policy, dismissing claims to the contrary as a misinterpretation of an existing court ruling. The police position was made clear on Tuesday in Abuja by the Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, while responding to questions on the decision by the Nigerian Bar Association to threaten a contempt suit against the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. The NBA had raised concerns after […]

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Suspected gunmen attack Osun community, kidnap ex-customs officer, kill one

Suspected gunmen on Monday night attacked a community in Ora Igbomina, Ifedayo Local Government Area of Osun State, abducting a former customs officer and killing one resident during their escape. The attackers reportedly stormed the town at about 7:00 p.m. and headed straight to the residence of the former customs officer. It was gathered that the victim was returning home when the assailants, who were said to have laid an ambush around his house, seized him and whisked him away. […]

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JUST IN: Senate panel clears three ambassadorial nominees

The Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs has confirmed the appointment of three non-career ambassadors nominated by President Bola Tinubu. The confirmed nominees are Lateef Kayode Kolawole Are from Ogun State, Aminu Muhammad Dalhatu from Jigawa State, and Emmanuel Ayodele Oke from Oyo State. Their confirmation followed a screening exercise conducted by the committee during a hearing held on Tuesday. Members of the committee examined the credentials, experience and suitability of the nominees for diplomatic assignments, after which they were approved […]

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