Nigeria

The relationship between the Igbo and the Yoruba ethnic groups in Lagos is complex, rooted in historical, political, and socio-economic factors, rather than any inherent animosity. While many individuals from both groups coexist peacefully, certain historical grievances and contemporary issues—often exploited by politicians—contribute to rivalry and strained relations. The recent 2023 general elections saw a significant rise in ethnic tensions …

China says it firmly supports the Nigerian government as it “leads its people on the development path suited to its national conditions”. Addressing a press conference on Tuesday in Beijing, Mao Ning, spokesperson of China’s foreign ministry, said “as Nigeria’s comprehensive strategic partner, China firmly opposes any country using religion and human rights as an excuse to interfere in other …

A U.S. lawmaker, Riley M. Moore, has called on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to immediately take decisive diplomatic action against the Nigerian government over what he described as the “systematic persecution and slaughter of Christians” in the country. In a letter dated October 6, 2025, and addressed to Rubio, who currently serves as U.S. Secretary of State, Moore said …

A group of Republican Senators has written to the United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, urging him to consider re-designating Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) under the International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA), citing what they described as “continued unchecked acts of violence and terrorism against religious minorities” in the country. The lawmakers are alleging that the …

NIGERIA NOT CREATED BY GOD, BUT BY BRITAIN’S GREED – PASTOR ADEFARASIN Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, Paul Adefarasin, has sparked a heated debate after declaring that Nigeria was not divinely created but was instead a colonial construction designed for British economic gain. Speaking during a Sunday sermon, the cleric dismissed the idea of Nigeria being founded …

POLITICIANS ARE DEFECTING BUT THE VOTERS WHO ELECTED US ARE NOT – Ali NDUME Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South) interviewing with Charles Aniagolu of AriseTV on PrimeTime This coalition that is developing outside the major political party that is our APC, is to me, a positive development in democracy. There can be no democracy without effective opposition which the major, …

MYSTERIOUS KANO DITCH OF DEATH SWALLOWS BOYS AMID FEAR OF SUPERNATURAL FORCES Panic and fear have gripped residents of Musukwani area in Jakara, Kano Municipal Local Government Area, following the mysterious disappearance of two young boys believed to have gone missing inside a large, deep ditch in the neighborhood. The alarming incident has raised fresh concerns, with locals linking the …

HOW UK-BASED NIGERIAN WOMEN EXPLOIT LAW TO CHASE OUT HUSBANDS Across Europe and North America, Nigerian men are increasingly speaking out about a troubling trend: wives using legal loopholes to have them ejected from their homes, gain custody of their children, and even secure immigration benefits. While domestic abuse remains a serious issue, some women allegedly manipulate protective laws meant …

SIX RICH COUNTRIES WITH POOR CITIZENS Rich countries often give the illusion of a high standard of living, well-funded public services, and flourishing economies. However, that is not the case for these countries where the paradox of immense wealth contrasts sharply with widespread poverty among the citizens. Several factors contribute to this phenomenon, including wealth disparity, political instability, economic mismanagement, …

TINUBU’S GOVT LACKS IDEAS, DYNAMISM TURNING INTO A MONARCHY – USMAN BUGAJE Islamic scholar, political activist, and civil society leader, Dr Usman Bugaje, has acknowledged THISDAY newspaper’s right to make the selection and declare President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Man of the Year but expressed doubts about the criteria used, asserting that many Nigerians associate Tinubu’s presidency with suffering.“I used …