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Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas Postpones APC Defection Following Kebbi Schoolgirl Abductions

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Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has put on hold his planned defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in response to the recent abduction of schoolgirls in Kebbi State. In a statement released Tuesday in Jalingo, the governor described the kidnapping as a heartbreaking tragedy, saying it would be inappropriate to continue with political activities while families and the nation are still grieving. “My decision follows the deeply saddening kidnapping of schoolgirls in Kebbi State, because I believe the safety and well-being of the children are far more important than any political activity,” Kefas said. He expressed sympathy to the families of the abducted girls and offered condolences to the Federal Government, calling on security agencies to intensify efforts to secure the safe release of the victims. The defection event, originally scheduled for November 19, 2025, has been suspended pending further consultations and an improvement in the security situation. Political realignments in Taraba State have continued, with all PDP members in the State House of Assembly, local government chairmen, cabinet members, and senior officials, including the Secretary to the State Government, defecting to the APC in recent days. Several party leaders commended the governor’s decision to postpone the rally, describing it as a demonstration of solidarity with the kidnapped schoolgirls and their families.

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Akpabio Says There’s No Society Without Crime As Senate Debates Rising Violence In Nigeria

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Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Tuesday addressed growing concerns over Nigeria’s escalating violence, urging lawmakers and citizens to remain calm amid worsening insecurity. His comments came during a tense Senate plenary focused on recent deadly incidents, including the killing of Brigadier-General Uba Musa in Borno State, the abduction of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi, and the murder of a school vice principal — all occurring within 24 hours. During the session, senators voiced frustration over the deteriorating security situation, but Akpabio cautioned against despair, highlighting the challenges faced by Nigeria’s stretched security forces. “We sympathise deeply with the families affected, but we must remember that Nigeria is a very large country,” he said. He noted the practical limits facing security agencies, emphasizing that even during elections, it is impossible to deploy a policeman to every polling unit. “Our security agencies are overstretched and often find themselves in places they shouldn’t ordinarily be,” Akpabio added. The Senate President also pointed out that crime is a global issue, not unique to Nigeria. “There is no society without crime. Even the almighty America records crime daily. But we must continue to do our best to minimise it,” he stated. Nigeria has seen a surge in attacks by insurgents, bandits, and other armed groups in recent months, prompting calls from critics for urgent government action to curb the rising violence before it spirals further out of control.

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Tinubu Embarks On Two-Nation Visit To South Africa And Angola For G20, AU–EU Summits

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President Bola Tinubu departs today for a two-nation official visit to South Africa and Angola, beginning in Johannesburg before proceeding to Luanda. According to Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu will first attend the 20th G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, before joining the AU–EU Summit in Angola. The G20 meeting is scheduled from November 22 to 23 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, while the AU–EU summit will hold in Luanda from November 24 to 25. Invited by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, this year’s G20 chair, Tinubu will participate under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability,” marking the first G20 summit held on African soil. Key discussions will include sustainable and inclusive growth, development finance, debt management, disaster-risk reduction, climate action, just energy transitions, food systems, critical minerals, decent work, and artificial intelligence. On the sidelines of the G20, Tinubu is expected to hold bilateral talks to advance the Renewed Hope Agenda and address regional peace, security, and development. The African Union, now a full G20 member, is also slated to take part in the summit. Following Johannesburg, Tinubu will travel to Luanda for the AU–EU Summit, which will convene leaders, innovators, and civil society actors to discuss climate initiatives, infrastructure, inclusive development, the digital economy, manufacturing, agribusiness, and the creative sector. He will be accompanied by senior government officials, including the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Finance and the Economy, Solid Minerals, and Trade and Investment, alongside the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency. The Presidency confirmed Tinubu is expected to return to Nigeria after completing both summits. While this marks his third trip to South Africa since taking office, it is his first official visit to Angola as President.

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Bandits Attack Kwara Church, Kill Three Worshippers and Abduct Pastor

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Gunmen stormed the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) at Oke Isegun in Eruku, a border community with Kogi in Ekiti LGA, Kwara State, abducting an unknown number of worshippers, including the pastor. A video captured during a live stream, seen by TheCable, shows the congregation in the middle of a service when gunshots rang out around the church. Panic spread as the worshippers scrambled for safety, while several armed bandits forced their way into the building. Reports indicate that at least five attackers ransacked the church, stealing belongings from worshippers. The PUNCH reported that three people were killed during the assault, while the pastor and several church members were taken away. A witness said, “The gunmen came into the church while people were gathered. They started shooting, and three people died immediately. They later rounded up some worshippers, including the pastor, and marched them into the bush.” Community leader Benjamin Ayeoribe added that Eruku has faced repeated bandit attacks over the last three weeks, with calls for help to local and state authorities yielding no results. “We have begged the local and state governments for help, but nothing concrete has come. We are living in fear every day,” he said. The attack comes less than 48 hours after bandits raided Government Girls Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi State, abducting 25 schoolgirls. Terrifying Livestream From CAC Church In Eruku Town, Kwara State, Captured The Final Moments Before Gun-Wielding Terrorists Attacked During A Church Service. Several Worshippers Were Killed, While The Pastor And Others Were Abducted: pic.twitter.com/g3DjMzrrxY — Somto Okonkwo (@General_Somto) November 18, 2025

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Nicki Minaj Speaks At UN On Christian Persecution In Nigeria

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Rapper Nicki Minaj has used her platform at the United Nations to draw attention to the growing persecution of Christians in Nigeria, calling for urgent international intervention. Speaking from the UN podium, Minaj described the dire situation facing Nigerian Christians. “In Nigeria, Christians are being targeted, driven from their homes, and killed. Churches have been burned. Families have been torn apart. Entire communities live in fear simply because of how they pray,” she said. She noted that religious persecution is not unique to Nigeria, stressing that similar threats exist in many countries worldwide. “This problem is not only growing in Nigeria but in other parts of the world. It demands urgent action,” Minaj said. Making it clear that her call is about unity rather than division, she added, “Protecting Christians in Nigeria is not about taking sides. It is about uniting humanity.” Minaj also highlighted the responsibility of global institutions, saying, “When one’s church, mosque, or place of worship is destroyed, everyone’s heart should break a little. The foundation of the United Nations, with its core mandate to ensure peace and security, should shake.” She praised peacebuilders and faith leaders who have confronted intolerance and violence, saying their work inspires her to fight for the security and freedom of all who pray. She concluded: “I hope this encourages all of us to work together urgently so that every person can enjoy the right to believe, worship, and live in peace.” The speech was organized in collaboration with U.S. Ambassador to the UN Michael Waltz and adviser Alex Bruesewitz, highlighting growing international concern over religious violence in Nigeria. https://twitter.com/NigeriaStories/status/1990865568811921769?t=JOCWA4ueuQYTfIKofqUNEg&s=19

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Ruger Shuts Down Rumoured Rift With Davido In New X Post

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Ruger has addressed the growing online chatter about his relationship with Davido after a fan reignited tension with a post on X. The drama began when a Davido supporter wrote: “When you’re ready to apologize and beg Davido publicly, your song will enter No 1.” Ruger quickly rebuffed the claim, questioning its basis: “And did Davido tell you I did anything wrong to him?” He later made a follow-up post, clarifying that he and Davido still share mutual respect despite fans pushing a different narrative. Ruger wrote: “I love Davido and I know he loves me too. People on his team still repost my stuff. I will never believe this agenda that he doesn’t f* with me unless he says it to my face or publicly. But if him talk am, everywhere go first blur sha.”** His remarks signal that any supposed feud exists only in fan circles, not between the artists themselves.

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Cloudflare Glitch Causes Widespread Outages Across Nigerian Sites And X

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Several major Nigerian websites — along with international platforms, including X — experienced widespread service disruptions on Tuesday following issues linked to global internet infrastructure provider Cloudflare. Cloudflare confirmed on its service status page that it was investigating “an issue which potentially impacts multiple customers,” adding that more information would be shared as soon as available. NetBlocks, a global internet watchdog, also reported that X and many other platforms were affected by a technical fault within Cloudflare’s network. According to the organisation, the outage is not connected to any government-imposed restriction or country-level internet disruption but is strictly a Cloudflare-related technical problem.

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“I Will Beat You Mercilessly” – Nwabali Blasts Lege Miami Over Alleged Insult To Late Father

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Super Eagles goalkeeper Nwabali has slammed content creator Lege Miami over comments he claims disrespected his late father. Taking to his Instagram Story, Nwabali demanded that Lege remove his father’s name from any content, writing: “LegeMiamii, remove my late dad’s name from your mouth if you’re doing your content. If you don’t respect people’s dad, you should learn to respect the dead. I’m not your regular type of footballer. I’ll beat you mercilessly. You’re free to insult me, but leave my late dad out of it.” Lege Miami responded with a lengthy voice note via direct message. He apologized if mentioning Nwabali’s father caused offense but also criticized the goalkeeper’s behavior on the pitch. Lege accused Nwabali of being controlling, rude to teammates, and acting arrogantly during games, arguing that his actions affected team performance. He further warned Nwabali not to message him again, saying: “You’re not in a position to come to my DM. If not because of Osimhen and Bassy, I would rubbish you. You need to make a public apology to Nigerians and show humility.” The exchange highlights a tense clash between the two personalities, with Nwabali defending the honor of his late father and Lege standing by his content while questioning Nwabali’s conduct. The incident has sparked widespread discussion on social media about respect, boundaries, and accountability for public figures. https://twitter.com/EN0CX/status/1990850396802129928?t=uboMpOZ1Lhhb1IsNIkQTsw&s=19

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