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Christopher Musa Pledges Investigation Into Troop Withdrawal Before Kebbi School Abduction

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Christopher Musa, the nominee for Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, has promised to investigate the withdrawal of troops prior to the attack on Government Comprehensive Girls Secondary School in Maga, Danko Wasagu Local Government Area. Speaking during his Senate ministerial screening on Wednesday, General Musa said that if confirmed, he would set up a committee to look into the killing of Brigadier General Musa Uba. The remarks follow reports that troops reportedly abandoned their posts before 25 schoolgirls were abducted on November 17, an incident that sparked nationwide outrage. Musa also condemned the recent capture and killing of a brigade commander by terrorists in Borno State, assuring lawmakers that a detailed investigation would be carried out. “It is very unfortunate and painful. Nigerians should be assured that we will not allow terrorists to operate freely. We will pursue them fully, working closely with all security agencies and government departments. The Armed Forces have procedures, and we will ensure strict oversight of their operations,” he said. He added that acts of negligence or cowardice within the military would not be tolerated, emphasizing the need for professionalism and pledging stronger oversight to ensure prompt and decisive action during security operations.

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US Stops Immigration And Citizenship Processing For 19 Countries Over Security Concerns

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The US government has suspended the processing of immigration and citizenship applications for nationals of 19 countries, including Afghanistan, Yemen and Haiti, according to an internal memo made public on Tuesday, in what officials describe as a major escalation of its migration crackdown. The decision affects both green card and naturalisation applications for countries already facing travel restrictions announced by President Donald Trump in June. Other nations impacted include Venezuela, Sudan and Somalia. The memo pointed to growing security concerns following last week’s shooting that left one National Guard soldier dead and another injured. The prime suspect, identified as an Afghan national who entered the US during the 2021 evacuation after the Taliban takeover, pleaded not guilty to murder charges on Tuesday. US authorities said the pause is aimed at strengthening vetting procedures. The document stressed the role of the US Citizenship and Immigration Services in blocking potential security threats and ensuring that screening processes place American safety first, citing the recent attack as an example of the risks linked to rushed approvals. On November 26, Trump announced plans to “permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries to allow the US system to fully recover.” Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem also pushed for tougher action, calling for broader bans on more countries. “I just met with the President. I am recommending a full travel ban on every damn country that’s been flooding our nation with killers, leeches, and entitlement junkies.” In addition to the newly affected countries, existing travel restrictions already cover Burundi, Chad, the Republic of Congo, Cuba, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Iran, Laos, Libya, Myanmar, Sierra Leone, Togo and Turkmenistan. Meanwhile, reports emerged of a planned large-scale immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota targeting Somali immigrants, a move that has sparked strong opposition from local leaders. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey insisted that the city’s support for the Somali community and all immigrants remains “rock solid and unwavering,” adding that state police would not cooperate with the operation.

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Senate Confirms General Christopher Musa As New Defence Minister

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The Senate on Wednesday approved General Christopher Musa as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence after completing his screening session. Lawmakers began the exercise shortly after Senate President Godswill Akpabio read President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request, which sought Musa’s confirmation to replace Mohammed Badaru. Badaru stepped down on Monday, citing health-related concerns. Musa’s nomination was forwarded to the Senate on Tuesday, with Tinubu expressing confidence in his ability to reinforce the nation’s security structure and revamp the ministry at a time when insecurity continues to escalate across the country. Earlier reports indicated that the Senate had already commenced Musa’s screening on Wednesday in response to the President’s nomination.

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BBNaija’s Queen Mercy Confirms Her Marriage Has Ended

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It appears former Big Brother Naija housemate Queen Mercy Atang has confirmed that her marriage to David has ended. The couple had been showing signs of trouble, reportedly unfollowing each other on social media, with the reality star noting that her husband was no longer wearing his wedding ring. The confirmation came in a now-deleted Instagram post, where a fan asked, “Queen, hope you are still married because Asa, you’re too beautiful to be single.” Queen Mercy replied directly to the fan, stating she is single and unavailable, writing: “@makachrist Single and unavailable.” Her response appears to settle lingering questions about her marital status, confirming that she is no longer married.

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Burna Boy To Cover Funerals For Victims Of Stockton Birthday Party Shooting

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Nigerian music star Burna Boy has pledged to cover the funeral expenses for the four victims killed in a tragic shooting at a children’s birthday party in Stockton, California. The “Last Last” singer told TMZ on Tuesday, December 2, that supporting the families is “the very least he can do, considering the lifetime of pain the parents face ahead.” He first learned about the tragedy during The Breakfast Club’s Front Page News segment and later contacted Wack 100, who connected him with Stockton’s vice mayor, Jason Lee. At a prayer vigil for the victims, Lee delivered a passionate message to the alleged gunman: “It’s never been gangster to kill kids. Never. You went in a birthday party and shot people’s children. Parents brought their children out and they left with medical examiners. That is not human.” The shooting occurred on Saturday night, November 29, during a birthday celebration for a two-year-old girl at a banquet hall attended by over 100 people. The gunman opened fire inside the hall and continued into the street. Eleven people were injured, and four were killed, including children aged 8, 9, and 14, as well as a 21-year-old man. The victims were identified as 8-year-old Journey Rose Reotutar, soon-to-be 9-year-old Maya Lupian, 14-year-old Amari Peterson, and 21-year-old Susano Archuleta. Authorities are still searching for the shooter, and a $25,000 reward has been offered for information leading to his arrest.

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Sokoto Village Residents Ordered To Pay N20 Million Levy By Bandits To Avoid Deadly Attacks

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Residents of Bakale village in Kilgori district, Yabo Local Government Area, Sokoto State, have been told to pay a N20 million levy to avoid deadly attacks from an armed group. An audio recording obtained by our reporter captures the group’s leader instructing the village head to call a meeting and inform the community about the demand. In the recording, the bandit asked the village head about compliance with a previous directive, saying, “Did you meet with them? Did they agree to obey your command?” After the head confirmed, the bandit ordered him to summon residents again and announce the fresh N20 million levy. “We don’t want to attack you. That is why we decided to impose this levy. If you pay, you will continue to live in peace. We will prevent any group from attacking your community or abducting your people. But if you fail to pay, we will attack, kill, and kidnap,” the bandit warned. A community leader, speaking anonymously, confirmed that similar levies have been imposed on neighbouring villages. Affected settlements across Kilgori and Torankawa districts include Bazar, Alkalije, Gari, Bakale, Dagel, Adarawa, Kwaidaza, Kilgori Runji, Tudu, Tile, Kibiyare, and Barmadu. Levies reportedly range from N3 million to N20 million, depending on the size of the community. The source also revealed that six people were killed in Alkalije and four in Tile during attacks two weeks ago. Attempts to get a response from the Sokoto State Police Command were unsuccessful, with spokesperson DSP Ahmad Rufa’i not responding to multiple calls.

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Wizkid Tops Spotify Charts As Nigeria’s Most Streamed Artist In 2025

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Nigerian superstar Wizkid has emerged as the most streamed artist in Nigeria on Spotify in 2025, reinforcing his status as a leading figure in Afrobeats. Spotify’s latest quarterly data shows that Wizkid racked up 218 million streams in the first quarter of the year, outpacing rivals Asake and Seyi Vibez, who ranked second and third, respectively. The achievement adds to Wizkid’s growing global milestones. He recently became the first African artist to surpass nine billion total streams on Spotify, with his collaboration with Drake and Kyla, “One Dance,” standing out as one of his most streamed tracks. His latest album, Morayo, also set records by registering 12.12 million streams within its first 24 hours of release — the highest for any Nigerian album on Spotify. Wizkid’s 2025 streaming dominance underscores his lasting influence in Nigeria and on the global music scene, further solidifying his reputation as one of Afrobeats’ most impactful artists.

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2Baba Clarifies “Help Me” Post, Reassures Fans He’s Fine Amid Marital Speculation

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Nigerian music legend 2Baba has addressed concerns after a “Help me” post appeared on his Instagram Story, reassuring fans that he is fine and did not make the post himself. In a video shared online, the singer said, “This issue is getting out of hand, and you people are putting Natasha at risk. I’m perfectly okay. Someone else posted that on my IG; I’m not the one who posted it.” The clarification comes amid swirling rumours about marital troubles between 2Baba and his wife, Natasha Osawaru, including reports of a tense exchange during a recent Instagram Live session. 2Baba urged the public to avoid speculation, adding, “Families do have issues, but we will definitely resolve everything,” emphasizing that both he and his family are safe and well. "This issue is getting out of hand, and you people are putting Natasha on risk. I'm perfectly okay. Someone else posted that on my IG; I’m not the one who posted it. Families do have issues, but we will definitely resolve everything," -2face Idibia reacted. pic.twitter.com/MapaSxJmVa — CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) December 3, 2025

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