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Month: November 2025

BREAKING: 16-Year-Old Boy And Six Girls Abducted In Gidan-Bijimi, FCT

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A 16-year-old boy and six young girls have been kidnapped from Gidan-Bijimi in Kawu ward, Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Gidan-Bijimi shares a border with Marke village in Kaduna State. Suleiman Shuaibu, a local resident, told reporters on Thursday morning that armed bandits raided two homes around 9:47 pm, taking the six girls, aged between 17 and 23, along with the 16-year-old boy. The attackers reportedly fired sporadically, causing panic in the community. Shuaibu said some local vigilantes attempted to confront the bandits but had to flee due to the gunmen’s superior firepower. Several residents also fled their homes, and efforts to contact the abductors have so far been unsuccessful. SP Josephine Adeh, spokeswoman for the FCT Police Command, did not respond to calls or messages at the time of reporting. The abduction occurred shortly after FCT Minister Nyesom Wike directed increased security across Abuja, including enhanced border surveillance and monitoring of all entry points. A joint security taskforce, comprising police, the Department of State Services (DSS), and other agencies, has been deployed across the capital. FCT Police Commissioner CP Miller G. Dantawaye urged the joint team to work closely to tackle crime and assured residents that the minister had provided adequate resources to strengthen safety and security in the territory.

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Timipre Sylva Challenges EFCC, Requests Mutually Agreed Date To Address $14.8m Fraud Allegation

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Former Minister of State for Petroleum, Chief Timipre Sylva, has written to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), requesting a mutually agreed date to respond to its invitation over an alleged $14.8 million fraud. In a letter personally signed and addressed to EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede, Sylva rejected the commission’s decision to declare him wanted, stressing that he has never ignored any lawful summons. The letter, dated November 24 and acknowledged by the EFCC on November 26, explained that Sylva is currently receiving urgent medical treatment for a “life-threatening condition.” He noted that he is consulting with his medical team to determine if he can temporarily suspend treatment to appear before the commission. “In view of the foregoing, I most humbly request that a mutually agreed date be set, subject to medical clearance, to enable me appear physically and formally,” he wrote. Sylva emphasized, “I trust that the objective of your invitation is not to unalive, but to genuinely investigate an alleged crime. For only the living can appropriately, fully and responsibly respond to any allegation, which I firmly and respectfully deny.” The former minister recalled recent events that have put him, his family, and associates under pressure, starting with “an unverified accusation” linking him to an alleged plot against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He said the situation escalated into a military raid on his Abuja residence, during which several staff, including drivers and security aides, were arrested and remain in detention. “While still grappling with the emotional and psychological strain of those events, I was on Monday, November 10, 2025, publicly declared wanted by your esteemed agency over an alleged $14.8 million fraud,” Sylva wrote. He stressed that he had previously honored an EFCC invitation in December 2024 concerning the same matter, after which he was granted administrative bail on self-recognition and told he would be contacted again if needed. Sylva expressed surprise and dismay at being publicly declared wanted without prior notice, rejecting claims that he jumped bail. The former minister also suggested that the actions against him could be seen as a “political witch-hunt,” noting that he has been a target since the start of the current administration. Sylva, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was recently linked to a rumored aborted military coup. His Abuja residence was raided by operatives believed to be from military intelligence, and his younger brother, Paga, his Special Assistant on Domestic Affairs, and his driver were reportedly arrested during the operation. His Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Julius Bokoru, confirmed the raid but denied Sylva’s involvement in any coup plot. He accused unnamed politicians of orchestrating the events due to Sylva’s perceived political influence and criticized the EFCC for declaring him wanted without issuing any prior invitation.

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Nigerian Defence Academy Opens Applications For 78 Regular Course

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The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has officially opened online applications for its 78 Regular Course, starting Friday, November 28, 2025. The announcement was made on Wednesday by the Academy Registrar, who confirmed that both male and female Nigerians are eligible to apply. The application window will close on April 30, 2026. The statement read, “Online application for admission into the 78 Regular Course of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna, will be available from Friday 28 November 2025 to 30 April 2026. Admission is open to both MALE and FEMALE Nigerians.” Prospective candidates are required to visit the application portal at www.ndaapplications.net, select “Purchase Access Code,” and complete their payment via REMITA. Applicants must first generate an ORDER ID and REMITA Retrieval Reference (RRR) Code. The application fee is N7,000. The NDA emphasized that only payments made using RRR Codes generated through the official portal will be accepted.

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Nigeria Petitions ITTF Over Visa Denial for World Youth Championships in Romania

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The Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) has lodged a formal petition with the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) after its players were denied entry visas to compete at the ongoing 2025 World Youth Championships in Romania. The development has sparked concern within Nigeria’s table tennis community, as the setback threatens the country’s participation in one of the sport’s most prestigious youth tournaments. In a letter signed by NTTF President Adesoji Tayo, the federation condemned the decision, describing it as a violation of the principles of international sportsmanship, inclusivity, and fair participation that ITTF and its partners uphold. “As an official representative of Nigeria and Africa in this prestigious global event, I firmly believe that the reasons provided for the visa refusal are unjust, discriminatory, and contrary to the spirit of unity which international sports is designed to foster,” Tayo stated. Despite weeks of intensive training by players and coaches, the visa denial has dampened the spirit of the contingent and resulted in financial losses for the federation. Nigeria was set to represent Africa in the boys’ U-19 and U-15 team events, having qualified as continental champions at the African Youth Championships in Lagos. The NTTF further noted: “Since our inability to participate is not a fault of NTTF, we hereby formally notify the ITTF and the host federation, Romania Table Tennis Federation, that NTTF will not be liable for any penalties or financial obligations arising from accommodation or hospitality reservations made in relation to this event.” Tayo urged ITTF to urgently intervene to prevent similar occurrences in the future, stressing that the visa refusal has disrupted Nigeria’s ambition of grooming another generation of world-class players.

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Afghan National Rahmanullah Lakanwal Identified As Suspect In White House Shooting

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Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national admitted to the U.S. under a Biden-era program for Afghans who assisted the American military, has been identified as the suspect in a shooting near the White House on November 26. Lakanwal reportedly opened fire on two West Virginia National Guard members just two blocks from the White House before being shot himself. All three men are in critical condition. Jeffrey Carrol, executive assistant chief of the Washington D.C. police, described the incident as an ambush. “The attacker came around the corner and immediately started firing a firearm,” he said. While it has not been officially confirmed who shot Lakanwal, other guardsmen quickly responded to the scene. FBI Director Kash Patel said the attack appeared to be “targeted,” though it remains unclear whether Lakanwal intended to strike additional targets. President Donald Trump condemned the suspect, calling him “an animal” and a “foreigner who entered our country from Afghanistan, a hellhole on earth.” Trump described the shooting as “heinous” and blamed the Biden administration’s Afghan resettlement policy, calling for a review of all Afghans admitted under the program and measures to remove those who do not “add benefit to our country.” President Joe Biden also condemned the attack, stating, “Violence of any kind is unacceptable,” and offered prayers for the injured service members and their families.

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Goodluck Jonathan Trapped In Guinea-Bissau Following Military Coup

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan is stranded in Guinea-Bissau after a military coup disrupted the country’s elections on Wednesday. Jonathan, who leads the West African Elders Forum (WAEF) election observer mission, arrived in the country ahead of the November 23, 2025 presidential and parliamentary polls. Hundreds of foreign observers, like him, are now unable to leave as the military takes control. A group of officers calling themselves the “High Military Command for the Restoration of Order” announced they had seized “total control” of the country. They ordered an immediate suspension of the electoral process, closed all land, air, and sea borders, and imposed an overnight curfew. President Umaro Sissoco Embalo confirmed to France24 that he had been deposed and was “currently at the general staff headquarters.” Domingos Simoes Pereira, head of the main opposition PAIGC party, has also been arrested. Reports indicate the military is attempting to cut off internet access in the country. The coup was led by Denis N’Canha, the former head of the presidential guard, raising concerns over the security breach that led to Embalo’s detention. Upon arrival in Bissau, Jonathan posted, “We arrived in Bissau this evening as members of the West African Elders Forum (WAEF) Election Mission ahead of Guinea Bissau’s presidential and parliamentary polls. We wish the people of Guinea Bissau a peaceful, inclusive and transparent elections.” During the elections, he shared updates about WAEF’s visits to polling stations and expressed hopes for a smooth voting process. His last post from Guinea-Bissau showed him offering condolences to the family of the late former First Lady, Mrs. Isolina Da Fonseca Nhamajo, along with photos from the visit.

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Renowned Nigerian Islamic Cleric Dahiru Usman-Bauchi Dies At 100

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Renowned Nigerian Islamic scholar Dahiru Usman-Bauchi has passed away, marking the end of a long life dedicated to religious scholarship and spiritual leadership. A student of the cleric in Bauchi confirmed his death to Radio France International (RFI) on Wednesday, stating that he died at the reported age of 100. Usman-Bauchi was widely known as the spiritual head of the Tijaniyyah Sufi order in Nigeria, a position that often placed him at the center of doctrinal disputes with other Islamic groups. His mastery of the Qur’an and deep grounding in Islamic jurisprudence earned him respect across West Africa. Originally from Nafada in Gombe State, he began his Islamic education under his father before embarking on extensive travels to learn from scholars in different regions. These journeys shaped his scholarship in both mainstream Islamic studies and the Tijaniyyah Tariqah. He authored numerous works on jurisprudence, spirituality, and Sufism—texts that are still in circulation in Nigeria and in countries like Morocco and Senegal, where Sufi traditions remain influential. Usman-Bauchi also founded and served as the life president of the Ithad Ansarul Faelat Tijaniyat of Nigeria and was a member of the Fatwa Committee of the Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs (NSCIA). He is survived by four wives, 95 children, and 406 grandchildren.

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Southern Governors And Traditional Rulers Unite to Tackle Insecurity

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Southern governors and members of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council met in Ogun State on Thursday to deliberate on security challenges, governance concerns, and developmental priorities affecting the region. The gathering ended with a shared position on several national and regional issues. In their joint communique, the leaders expressed renewed confidence in President Bola Tinubu, applauding what they described as steady progress in stabilising the nation’s economy, improving governance systems, and pushing forward major infrastructure developments. They also restated their long-standing advocacy for a Southern presidency, describing it as essential for fairness, political balance, and unity in the country. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in a post on X, wrote, “We passed a vote of confidence in President Bola Tinubu and restated our support for a Southern presidency. We reaffirmed our commitment to a safer and more united South, expressed our condolences on recent national security losses, and acknowledged the President’s efforts in stabilising the economy and advancing major infrastructure projects.” According to him, the forum agreed on several new steps to strengthen regional security. These include the creation of a zonal security fund, better coordination and intelligence sharing among states, formal involvement of traditional rulers in security management, reinforcement of local security outfits, and actions to tackle illegal mining and land-related threats. The forum also offered condolences to families of security operatives and civilians killed in recent attacks, stressing that protecting lives and preserving stability across the South remain central to their agenda.

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