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AC-130J Ghostrider gunship Multiple United States military aircraft have recently landed at Royal Air Force (RAF) bases in the United Kingdom amid heightened naval and air operations linked to the seizure of a sanctioned oil tanker in the North Atlantic. The deployments took place at RAF Fairford, RAF Mildenhall, RAF Lakenheath, and other UK airfields […]

President Bola Tinubu has nominated former senator Magnus Abe and 20 other individuals for appointment to the boards of Nigeria’s key petroleum regulatory agencies, forwarding the nominations to the Senate for screening and confirmation. In separate letters read at plenary on Monday, the President sought Senate approval for nominees to the boards of the Nigerian

Tensions escalated in Rivers State politics on Monday, January 6, 2026, as APC National Secretary Senator Ajibola Basiru and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike publicly traded accusations over control and influence within the ruling party in the state. The dispute follows Basiru’s endorsement of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, which comes amid Wike’s opposition to Fubara’s 2027 re-election

The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has cautioned political rivals not to underestimate its influence ahead of the 2027 general elections. Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the party’s national leader, assured supporters that the NNPP is prepared to deliver unexpected results at the polls. Kwankwaso made the remarks on Monday, January 6, 2026, while addressing party

The African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council has renewed the mandate of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) combating Boko Haram in the Lake Chad Basin for another 12 months, covering February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027. The MNJTF comprises military personnel from Nigeria, Cameroon, Chad, and Benin, following Niger’s withdrawal from the

Abuja, Nigeria – A recent survey by Vanguard has revealed growing public concern over governance, security, and the delivery of essential services across Nigeria. Citizens cited insecurity, corruption, and gaps in public utilities as key issues affecting daily life. Respondents highlighted ongoing security challenges, including terrorist attacks and violent incidents in public spaces. One participant,