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Bishop David Abioye Says Wife Tested Negative After HIV Scare Through Divine Healing

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Bishop David Abioye, founder of Living Word Conquerors Global Assembly, has shared how his wife, Mary Abioye, was once wrongly diagnosed with HIV during the COVID-19 pandemic and later confirmed negative following his declaration of faith in divine healing. The cleric recounted the incident during a recent sermon, explaining how his unwavering faith in God transformed a frightening medical report into a testimony. “During COVID, they said my wife had HIV. I said, ‘No, not in this body.’ I told them, ‘Do the check-up.’ They checked and couldn’t find anything there,” Bishop Abioye told his congregation. He stressed that true healing requires boldness, not negotiation. “Healing is not for gentlemen. You don’t negotiate sickness to go; you crush it to go. Some people are negotiating with bandits, and that’s why their problems persist,” he added. Bishop Abioye, who retired from Living Faith Church (Winners’ Chapel) in 2024, now leads Living Word Conquerors Global Assembly, where he continues to preach faith, healing, and victory in Christ.

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Olubadan: Trump’s Warning a Wake-Up Call for Nigeria to Confront Terrorism

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The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has described U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent comments on Nigeria as a wake-up call for the nation to confront terrorism head-on and heal religious divisions. Speaking while receiving the President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Wale Oke, at his palace in Oke Aremo, Ibadan North Local Government Area, the monarch urged Nigerians to unite against terrorism and “fight it to a standstill while placating the aggrieved.” In a statement issued by his media aide, Adeola Oloko, on Sunday, Oba Ladoja lamented that Nigeria has been battling terrorism for over a decade — dating back to the final years of former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration in 2014. “Many people have been killed and property worth an inestimable amount of money destroyed. Multitudes of families, particularly women and children, have been displaced. Kidnappings have taken place,” the monarch said. He noted that successive administrations — from Jonathan to Muhammadu Buhari and now President Bola Tinubu — have made efforts to combat insecurity, but warned that terrorism remains a threat to all Nigerians, regardless of religion. “Terrorists don’t know the difference between Muslims and Christians. They see everybody as prey, while they are the predator,” he added. “We must unite as one people to overcome this menace and also placate our brethren who feel aggrieved by the violence.” Oba Ladoja also praised the peaceful coexistence among people of different faiths in the South-West, urging other regions to emulate such harmony. Earlier, Bishop Wale Oke congratulated Ladoja on his emergence as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, praying that God grants him wisdom and understanding to lead with fairness and compassion. The PFN President also called on President Tinubu to work closely with U.S. President Donald Trump to address the killings and attacks ravaging several communities across the country, particularly in the North. Meanwhile, President Tinubu on Friday met with the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’adu Abubakar, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, days after holding a similar meeting with the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Bishop Ignatius Kaigama. According to sources, the meetings are part of ongoing consultations with religious and traditional leaders following Trump’s description of Nigeria as a country facing religious persecution and human rights abuses. The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, accompanied the Sultan to the meeting. Nigeria’s federal government has since rejected the U.S. characterisation, insisting that violence across the country is driven by multiple factors — not religion — and that the constitution guarantees freedom of worship for all citizens.

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Terrorists Attack Passenger Bus on Ayere–Kabba Road in Kogi, Kill One, Injure Several

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A terrorist attack on a commercial bus has left one passenger dead and several others injured along the Ayere–Kabba Road in the Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State. Eyewitnesses told reporters that the incident occurred around 5 p.m. on Sunday, when gunmen opened fire on travellers along the busy route. According to a witness, some vehicles narrowly escaped the ambush, while several passengers sustained gunshot wounds. “One person was confirmed dead at the general hospital, while others are receiving treatment for gunshot injuries,” a local source said. Residents say the Ayere–Kabba axis has become increasingly dangerous for commuters, with frequent attacks by armed gangs believed to be operating between Kogi and neighbouring Kwara State. In recent months, communities along the Kogi–Kwara border have witnessed a surge in terrorist attacks, kidnappings, and violent crimes, heightening fears among residents and travellers. On Sunday, residents of Yagba East Local Government Area staged a protest in Isanlu, demanding urgent government action over the escalating insecurity in the region. The demonstration, held in front of the General Hospital, Isanlu, followed the killing of an elderly, sick woman who had been abducted by bandits a day earlier. Eyewitnesses reported that protesters blocked major roads, set tyres ablaze, and chanted slogans calling for immediate deployment of more security personnel. Sources said the kidnapped woman was killed after the abductors realised she was too weak to keep up with them in the forest. The killing has sparked outrage and mourning across the community, as residents lament what they describe as government inaction in the face of worsening insecurity. Communities across Yagba East and West have faced repeated kidnappings and armed robberies in recent months, with attacks occurring almost daily. Local leaders have repeatedly appealed to both the state and federal governments to strengthen security presence and protect residents from further violence.

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FG Exceeds Borrowing Limit by N6trn in 10 Months, Raises Debt to N17.36trn

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The Federal Government (FG) has borrowed a total of N17.36 trillion from domestic and foreign sources between January and October 2025, surpassing the ten-month borrowing limit set in the 2025 Appropriation Act by N6.06 trillion, or 55.6 percent. According to data from the Debt Management Office (DMO) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the government secured N15.8 trillion from domestic investors and N1.56 trillion from external sources within the period under review. This borrowing level already exceeds the prorated target of N10.9 trillion set for the first ten months of the year. The 2025 national budget had projected a total borrowing of N13.08 trillion for the entire fiscal year to finance a N13.08 trillion deficit, based on projected revenue of N41.91 trillion and total expenditure of N54.99 trillion. Meanwhile, the Federal Government recently initiated moves to raise an additional $2.35 billion (N3.38 trillion) through a Eurobond issuance, which could push total borrowings to around N20.74 trillion. Analysts estimate that if the current borrowing trend continues, total government debt for the year could approach N23 trillion—about N10 trillion higher than budget projections. Fiscal Indiscipline, Rising Debt Concerns Financial experts have expressed concern that the government’s persistent overshooting of its borrowing plan amid weak revenue growth could trap the country in a cycle of unsustainable debt. Andrew Uviase, Managing Partner at Ecovis OUC, described the trend as “a clear reflection of fiscal indiscipline and poor expenditure control,” urging government to cut waste and improve governance efficiency. Similarly, David Adonri, Vice Executive Chairman of Highcap Securities, said the excessive borrowing stems from “aggressive and unrealistic revenue assumptions,” especially oil-related projections. “The 2025 budget was based on an oil output of 2.06 million barrels per day at $75 per barrel — both overly optimistic,” he said. “Actual output has averaged around 1.6 to 1.7 million barrels, while prices have fallen below $70.” Adonri warned that government’s “addiction to debt” risks eroding fiscal credibility, despite claims of increased revenue from the removal of fuel and FX subsidies. Tunde Abidoye, Head of Research at FBNQuest Merchant Bank, echoed the sentiment, warning that the government’s borrowing spree “is crowding out private sector access to credit” and driving up interest rates. Breakdown of Borrowing The FG borrowed N11.43 trillion through Treasury Bills as of October, a 4.6 percent year-on-year increase from N10.93 trillion in 2024. Borrowing through FGN Bonds dropped by 22 percent to N4.04 trillion, while FGN Savings Bonds rose by 5.6 percent to N40.19 billion. The government also reintroduced Sukuk Bonds, raising N300 billion this year. Threats to Private Sector and Growth Analysts warn that the surge in government borrowing is pushing up yields on government securities — now above 20 percent — discouraging lending to private businesses. Adonri noted that “excessive borrowing by the government escalates the cost of funds and crowds out the production sector,” while Uviase warned that “banks naturally prefer lending to the government over businesses,” stifling industrial growth. IMF, Fiscal Framework at Odds The borrowing overshoot also contradicts Nigeria’s Medium-Term Fiscal Framework (2025–2027), which targets a budget deficit below 3% of GDP. The IMF and World Bank have repeatedly warned about Nigeria’s rising debt-service-to-revenue ratio, estimated at 83 percent in 2024. Analyst Clifford Egbomeade cautioned that “the government’s excessive domestic borrowing undermines the IMF-backed fiscal consolidation agenda,” adding that even with GDP growth of 4.23 percent in Q2 2025 and inflation moderating to 18 percent, the fiscal gap continues to widen. Calls for Reform Experts urge the Federal Government to strengthen tax reforms, cut recurrent expenditure, and boost non-oil revenue to reduce debt reliance. Abidoye advised government to “reduce the debt ceiling from 60% of GDP and benchmark borrowing against revenue,” while Egbomeade urged “rebalancing borrowing toward longer-term, concessional external loans” to ease refinancing risks. Uviase summed up the concern succinctly: “Without strict expenditure control and honest fiscal management, Nigeria risks borrowing to service debt rather than to finance growth.”

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Troops Rescue 86 Kidnapped Victims, Arrest 29 Logistics Suppliers in Borno — Nigerian Army

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The Nigerian Army has announced the rescue of 86 kidnapped victims and the arrest of 29 terrorist logistics suppliers during coordinated counter-terrorism operations in Borno State. According to a statement issued by Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) on Sunday, troops of the 135 Special Forces Battalion under Sector 2 OPHK encountered Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists at Dutse Kura on November 9, 2025, while responding to reports of abductions along the Buratai–Kamuya Road. The troops reportedly foiled the attack, pursued the insurgents toward Mangari, and overpowered them in a follow-up clash near their camp, forcing the terrorists to flee in disarray. During the operation, 86 abducted civilians, including men, women, and children, were rescued. Troops also discovered and destroyed 11 makeshift terrorist structures within the area. Recovered items included one AK-47 rifle, five magazines containing 73 rounds, four PKT ammunition belts, five civilian vehicles, five motorcycles, eight bicycles, and two logistics tricycles. In a separate operation, troops deployed at Mangada intercepted 29 suspected terrorist logistics suppliers heading to Chilaria. Recovered from them were two pickup vans, a tricycle loaded with 1,000 litres of petrol, four gallons of engine oil, two gun truck tyres, a large cache of medical supplies, and significant quantities of foodstuffs and provisions. The military confirmed that no casualties were recorded among troops during the operations. The Military High Command commended the troops for their gallantry and professionalism, urging them to sustain efforts to deny terrorists freedom of action across the North East. SANI UBAMedia Information OfficerJoint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI

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FG Dismisses UK Travel Warning, Says Nigeria Safer Than Abroad

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The Federal Government has rejected the United Kingdom’s recent travel advisory, asserting that Nigeria is safe for both citizens and foreign visitors amid ongoing security improvements. The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office warned against all travel to Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, Gombe, Katsina, and Zamfara states due to terrorism, kidnappings, and escalating violence. It also advised limiting travel to Bauchi, Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi, Jigawa, Sokoto, Niger, Kogi, Plateau, Taraba, and parts of the Federal Capital Territory, citing rising crime and potential unrest. Speaking to The PUNCH on Sunday, Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris said the government is “fully aware of security challenges and is taking concrete steps to address them, ensuring safety for Nigerians and foreigners alike.” Idris highlighted that President Bola Tinubu has recently restructured top security positions and increased investments in military operations and intelligence, adding, “Our security challenges will soon be a thing of the past. Foreign nationals in Nigeria can feel confident about their safety as the government continues to enhance security measures.” The Gombe State Government described the advisory as “unfounded and unfair.” Ismaila Misilli, the state’s DG of Press Affairs, said Gombe remains one of Nigeria’s most peaceful states, with no record of insurgency, communal conflicts, or banditry in recent years. “Gombe is safe, welcoming, and open for business. We question the basis of the UK’s assessment,” he said. Kano State officials also downplayed the advisory, with Chief Press Secretary Mustapha Muhammad noting that the UK may not be aware of ongoing local security measures, including strategic deployment of military personnel to border areas to protect communities. Borno State highlighted significant progress in restoring peace. Governor Babagana Zulum’s Special Adviser on Security, General Abdullahi Ishaq (retd.), said Maiduguri is now safer than the nation’s capital, Abuja, citing successful community engagement that has led to numerous insurgent surrenders. He added that agricultural output has increased due to the relative peace in the region. The UK advisory also warned travelers about risks in the South-East, South-South, and South-West regions, including militant attacks, kidnappings, separatist clashes, and violent crimes in cities such as Lagos. Nigeria continues to face security challenges from Boko Haram insurgency, armed banditry, separatist movements, and militancy in the Niger Delta. Recently, US President Donald Trump designated Nigeria as a “country of particular concern,” citing threats to Christians and directing the Pentagon to consider military options. Idris refuted claims of religious persecution, stating that 17,000 terrorists are currently in custody and reiterating that the Federal Government is committed to ensuring safety for all. The government insists that despite challenges, significant progress has been made, and Nigeria remains safe for its citizens, investors, and foreign visitors.

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FCT Minister, Wike Orders Property Owners to Pay N5m Fine Within 14 Days

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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a final 14-day deadline for property owners in Asokoro, Maitama, Garki, and Wuse to pay a N5 million penalty for violating approved land-use regulations. Lere Olayinka, Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, stated on Sunday that the grace period begins Tuesday, November 11, and runs until November 25, 2025. Property owners who fail to comply will face enforcement action from the FCT Administration. “The Minister has granted defaulters a final 14-day window to settle the N5 million violation fee and other applicable charges for illegal land-use conversions,” Olayinka said. The directive follows Wike’s earlier approval on September 3, 2025, which imposed the N5 million fine and a 7.5 percent levy on the assessed capital value of properties converted without FCT approval. The action was based on a report from a ministerial committee that investigated land-use abuses, and the administration had previously published the names of 374 defaulters. The affected properties include Gana and Usuma Streets in Maitama; Yakubu Gowon Crescent in Asokoro; Aminu Kano and Adetokunbo Ademola Crescents in Wuse II; and Ladoke Akintola Boulevard, Gimbiya, and Onitsha Streets in Garki II. Other addresses include Ogbomosho Street, Lafia Close, Yola Street, Abriba Close, Danbatta Street, Ringim Close, and Ilorin Street in Garki I. Owners who regularise their land use within the 14-day period will be issued new Certificates of Occupancy and Statutory Rights of Occupancy reflecting the approved use, along with a renewed 99-year tenure. However, the minister’s consideration does not apply to properties that have been withdrawn or revoked due to non-development, unpaid ground rent, or other violations.

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Ondo State Government Warns Health Workers: Performance Will Determine Job Security

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The Ondo State Government has issued a strong warning to health workers across its 18 Local Government Areas, citing poor performance in the primary healthcare sector. The Ondo State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (OSPHCDA) stated that the continued employment of health workers will now be based on their performance. Dr. Francis Akanbiemu, the agency’s Permanent Secretary, addressed primary healthcare directors on Sunday, expressing concern over weak results in key areas, particularly immunisation. He urged workers to step up their efforts or face the risk of being replaced. “Primary health workers have no excuse for underperformance, considering Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s administration has made significant investments in the sector, including ongoing projects and the recruitment of additional doctors and health personnel to improve service delivery,” Akanbiemu said. “From now on, performance will determine whether you remain in office.” He also called on health workers to conduct outreach and sensitisation programs to increase immunisation uptake, stressing that Ondo State has historically performed well in this area. Plans are underway to address challenges faced by staff in rural and hard-to-reach communities to ensure effective service delivery at the grassroots. While commending the governor for the prompt release of funds for various projects, Akanbiemu urged health workers to justify the government’s investment through improved performance. Dr. Victor Adefesoye, the state Director of Disease Control and Immunisation, also encouraged Local Government Coordinators to remain committed to achieving 100 per cent success in all health indicators across their areas. PUNCH Online reports that the government recently recruited 1,000 health professionals, all of whom have now been deployed to their respective posts across the state.

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