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CAC Church Attack In Eruku: Kwara Shuts Schools Indefinitely

November 20, 2025

By Akinwale Kasali

Following the dastardly attack on worshippers at the Christ Apostolic Church, Eruku, Kwara State, the Kwara State Government has ordered the immediate closure of schools in four Local Government Areas due to the growing security concerns in the affected communities.

The decision was announced by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Kwara State, in a circular issued on Wednesday.

According to the circular, signed by NUT Chairman Yusuf Agboola, schools in Isin, Irepodun, Ifelodun, and Ekiti LGAs are to remain closed until further notice.

Agboola explained that the directive was given by the Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development following fresh security threats in Kwara South.

“The decision was occasioned by the security challenges ravaging the area and the efforts of the government to control the situation. Treat this information as important and with the urgency it deserves, as it emanated from the ministry,” the circular read.

School heads and teachers were assured that further instructions would be communicated as the situation develops.

The move follows a deadly attack on a church in Eruku, Ekiti Local Government Area, on Tuesday night, which left three worshippers dead and over 35 people abducted.

Governor Abdulrazaq had visited the community on Wednesday and announced plans to request the establishment of a Forward Operating Base of the Nigerian Army and a Mobile Police Squadron in Eruku to boost security.

The Governor disclosed that he had discussions with the General Officer Commanding, 2 Division, and Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, on the need for urgent security measures to address the crisis in the area.

“It is indeed unfortunate what happened yesterday despite all the effort we have been making. Our main purpose here is to commiserate with the people of the community. All the security agencies are on this. The President had to cancel his trip to the G-20 because of this incident and that of Kebbi State. So the President is aware and we are on top of the situation,” Abdulrazaq said.

Christians Genocide: Ribadu Leads FG’s Delegation To Douse Tension With US

Tosin Olatokunbo

November 20, 2025

A high- powered federal government delegation led by the National Security Adviser, NSA, has met with United States Congressman Riley Moore over the claim by President trump to the effect that there is Christian genocide in Nigeria.

The delegation which comprises other top officials of the Tinubu’s administration, met the US lawmaker few weeks after President Trump threatened to take a military action against Nigeria if concrete steps are not taken to stop the reported mass murder of Christians.

The federal government has rejected the claim and has been trying to seek diplomatic solutions to the spat by contacting top officials of the US government and other key allies, including China and Russia in other to douse the tension over the issue.

Sharing Moore’s statement on Facebook on Wednesday, Sunday Dare, the Special Adviser, Media and Communications to the President, said a 10-man federal government delegation met with the US lawmaker in Washington DC.

According to the post, the delegation, apart from Ribadu included: Bianca Ojukwu – Minister of State for Foreign Affairs; Mr. Kayode Egbetokun – Inspector General of Police.

Chief Lateef Olasunkami Fagbemi, SAN – Attorney General of the Federation; General Olufemi Olatunbosun Oluyede – Chief of Defence Staff; Lt. Gen. EAP Undiendeye – Chief of Defence Intelligence Ms. Idayat Hassan – Special Adviser to ONSA; Ambassador Ibrahim Babani – Director of Foreign Relations, ONSA; Ambassador Nuru Biu – Acting CDA, Embassy of Nigeria and Paul Alabi – Political and Economic Section, Embassy of Nigeria

“During the delegation’s visit to Washington, D.C., the meeting allowed for a frank, honest, and productive discussion about the ongoing persecution of Christians and ongoing terrorist threats in Nigeria and opportunities for strengthened cooperation and coordination between the United States and Nigeria to end the bloodshed.

“During the meeting, Nigerian officials shared their government’s challenges and concerns regarding counterterrorism, security assistance, protection of vulnerable communities, and ongoing issues involving violence across Nigeria.

“Congressman Moore clearly stated that the United States stands ready to coordinate and cooperate with Nigeria, and that, as President Trump made abundantly clear, the United States will not tolerate continued violence against Christians or other forms of religious persecution. President Trump does not make idle threats. Congressman Moore will continue monitoring new developments and pushing the Nigerian government to accept the open hand of cooperation to stop the ongoing persecution and violence against Christians and combat the threat terrorist groups pose to the Nigerian population.”

The magazine reports that Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Yusuf Tuggar clashed with a former Canadian lawmaker Goldie Ghamari on the Piers Morgan’s show, earlier in the week after the latter described Tuggah as a ‘disgrace’ for denying that there’s a systematic killing of Christians in the country.

“I was a politician for seven years, Piers, and I can tell when someone is lying and avoiding the truth. That’s exactly what this foreign minister is doing and shame on him for lying,” Ghamari said.

BREAKING: Tension Rises, As Justice Omotosho Orders Nnamdi Kanu Bundled Out Of His Court

Akinwale Kasali

November 20, 2025

By Akinwale Kasali

Following heated arguments over Court jurisdiction, an angry Justice Mobolaji Omotosho of the Federal High Court on Thursday, ordered that Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, be bundled out of his courtroom.

The IPOB Leader who

was brought to court ahead of the scheduled judgment, insisted that the Federal High Court lacked the authority to try him.

He had said, “My contention is very simple: this Court lacks jurisdiction to try me”, he stated.

Reading from his motion, he argued that no judgment should be delivered since he had already filed processes at the Court of Appeal.

The prosecution team countered his argument, urging the court to dismiss all the defence applications.

“We appeal to your lordship to dismiss all the applications as they lack merit and do not deserve consideration,” the prosecution lawyer submitted.

Proceedings were briefly disrupted before the Judge ordered that Kanu be taken out of the courtroom, allowing the court to continue with its processes.

Details Later….

Democracy Not Under Any Threat In Nigeria – Wike

Suleiman Anyalewechi

November 19, 2025

Nyesom Wike - FCT Minister — Nyesom Wike

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, warned the newly elected Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Kabiru Turaki, SAN, against engaging in dangerous rhetorics capable of eroding the unity and corporate existence of Nigeria.

This is as he insisted that there is neither genocide against Christians, nor is the country’s democracy under any threat.

The Source reports that Turaki had, in the wake of the struggle for the control of the Wadata Plaza, National Headquarters of the PDP, with the Wike-backed faction of the Party on Monday, called on the international community, particularly the United States of America, USA, President, Donald Trump, to not just wade in over alleged mass killings of Christians in the country, but intervene to save democracy from collapse under the weight of President Bola Tinubu’s administration perceived interference in the affairs of opposition parties.

But speaking during a courtesy visit to his office by the Board of South South Development Commission SSDC, Wike, a principal actor in the crisis tearing the PDP apart, maintained that Turaki’s call on Trump to intervene in the internal affairs of Nigeria tantamount to a serious threat to national security.

The FCT Minister insisted that if there is any threat to democracy, it was the refusal of Turaki and his enablers to obey two Federal High Court orders, halting the Ibadan National Convention of the PDP.

He described as the height of impunity, the decision of the PDP to go ahead with the Convention after two Courts of competent jurisdiction had ruled otherwise.

“You are calling on President Trump to come and save your democracy when you could not obey a simple court judgement.

“Now, you are turning it around against a Government. What is their business? You cannot keep your house in order; you are blaming an outsider for not keeping your house in order.

“Who does that?You are calling on Trump to come, and save your democracy. Our democracy is not under threat. People went to Court to challenge what you were doing. Then you think, as usual, you can engage in impunity. We can’t continue that way”, Wike stated.

Faulting the alleged genocide against Christians in the country, the FCT Minister described Turaki’s statement as not only reckless but deserving of investigation by security agencies.

According to him, the new PDP Chairman’s comments amounted to claims that the Government of Nigeria is presently engaged in genocidal attack on Christians.

“You came out and made a statement on national television claiming genocide against Christians. In essence, you have come out to tell the world that what this Government is doing is carrying out genocide against Christians. And where are the security agencies?

“For somebody to make that kind of statement, he is supposed to be invited by security agencies to explain more on what he knows about genocide against any group. Here, nobody has invited him. But if it is Wike, oh they will say ‘kill him’ he further stated.

2027 Gov. Race: Kano APC Lawmakers Endorse Barau, Deputy Senate President

Suleiman Anyalewechi

November 19, 2025

Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin — Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

The Deputy Senate President, Jibrin Barau, has been given the green light to contest the Kano State Governorship seat in 2027.

Barau was, on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 endorsed by both serving and former members of the APC Kano State legislative body as the best option open to the Party to meaningfully challenge Governor Abba Kabiru Yusuf.

A statement from Ismail Mudashiru, the media aide to the Deputy Senate President, informed that over 200 State Lawmakers who were led by a former Speaker of House, Rt Hon Abdulaziz Gafasa, gave the endorsement during a courtesy call on Barau.

According to the Legislators, Senator Barau, so far, remains the only credible, most acceptable, and marketable aspirant within the Kano State APC for the State’s top job.

“We are here to tell you that we are solidly behind you for three reasons. One, you have positively impacted the lives of our people across the three Senatorial Districts of Kano State.

“Two, you have been a lifeline to our party, the APC. Thirdly, you have positively touched our lives even though some of us are not from the same Senatorial District as you. This has made you the most marketable aspirant in APC ” Gafasa stated .

Similarly ,the recently elected member of the State House of Assembly, representing Ghari/Tsanyawa State Constituency, Hon Garba Yau Gwarmai, expressed their readiness and commitment to mobilize the people, especially at the grassroots, for the Deputy Senate President’s gubernatorial ambition.

He emphasized that the endorsement from the state Lawmakers is an eloquent testimony to his track record of outstanding service to the people over the years .

“This endorsement is based on your track record of outstanding service over the years. You have been making positive impact on the lives of our people.

“You have done well in all spheres of our State. This is why we want you to govern Kano, our beloved State”, Hon Gwarmai noted.

Responding, the Deputy Senate President, while appreciating the Legislators for the visit, support and understanding, however called for concerted efforts from all to rescue and restore the glory days of Kano State.

“We have to work hard and make sacrifices to restore the glory days of our State. It is a thing of joy that you have come together to salvage our State from the ongoing misgovernance. Let us continue to work together to rescue our beloved State”, Barau stated .

The Source reports that the endorsement is coming at a time the Deputy Senate President is yet to officially declare his interest to contest the polls .

However, there are strong indications that he will be throwing his hat into the ring as all his actions and activities in the last one year point to his interest in occupying the State’s seat of power.

“On Your Mandate We Shall Stand”: NJI Says Judiciary Had No Control Over Musical Selections Of Guards Brigade Band

Adesina Soyooye

November 19, 2025

By Adesina Soyooye

The National Judicial Institute, NJI, has risen in strong defence of the Nigerian Judiciary, and Nigerian Judges, over the singing of a political song, “On Your Mandate We Shall Stand” at the All Nigerian Judges Conference, declared open by President Bola Tinubu. The song is seen as pledging allegiance to the President instead of the Constitution and the Republic.

Condemnation, like claps of thunder, had greeted the playing of the political song at the Conference.

The Guards Brigade Band had, briefly, played the song as the President walked down from the podium after delivering his address to the Judges.

As he walked back, the Judges, as is required by protocol, stood up in reverence to the office of the President.

But since then, not a few Nigerians have come down hard on them, insisting that they have committed sacrilege and, finally; sold out to the President.

Activist and Law Professor, Chidi Odinkalu, in angry reaction, said “The Judiciary has defected to the APC.” He had a number of supporters. Some argued that the Judges should have openly protested, or sat down, while the song was being played, instead of being on their feet and joining in singing the chorus.

However, the NJI has dismissed the allegation against the Judges as unfounded, bundle of lies, mischievous, and a deliberate effort to run down the image of the Nigerian Judiciary.

In a statement issued by its Head, Information, Media and Public Relations, Kolade Umoru, the NJI said nothing could be further from the truth.

The statement explained that no Judge sang the “On Your Mandate We Shall Stand” song, and insisted that the only song they sang was the National Anthem.

The statement also explained that the Judges neither requested for the song, nor suggest to the Guards Brigade Band, to play the song. More important, they had no control in t choosing/selecting for the Band, which songs to play or not, as it was strictly a protocol affair.

It said: “The Judiciary had no control over the musical selections of the Guards Brigade which operates under military ceremonial procedures.”

It further explained why the Judges were on their feet. “Out of due deference to the office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Judges rose to their feet as the President walked to the podium.”

The statement vouched for the integrity and non-partisanship of the Judiciary and urged members of the public and the media “to exercise restraint, verify information, and avoid amplifying falsehoods capable of undermining the integrity of national institutions.”

Following, is the full text of the statement.

RE-FALSE REPORTS ON SOCIAL MEDIA REGARDING THE OPENING CEREMONY OF THE 2025 ALL NIGERIA JUDGES CONFERENCE

“The attention of the National Judicial Institute (NJI), has been drawn to the several misleading and inaccurate reports circulating on social media suggesting that Judges in attendance at the opening ceremony of the 2015 All Judges Conference sang a political chorus (“On Your Mandate We Shall Stand”) in allegiance to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“This claim is entirely false, unfounded, and does not reflect the events that transpired at the ceremony.

“For the avoidance of doubt:

“1.The National Anthem was the only song rendered collectively by all participants at both the commencement and conclusion of the Opening Ceremony.

“2. No Judge in attendance sang, or chanted any political song at any point during the programme.

“3. The brief rendition of the tune “On Your Mandate” was not initiated, requested, or endorsed by the Judiciary. It was played solely by the Guards Brigade Band as part of their ceremonial protocol to usher the President to the podium for his address. The Judiciary had no control over the musical selections of the Brigade, which operates under military ceremonial procedures.

“4. Out of due deference to the office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Judges rose to their feet as the President walked to the podium.

“5. The Judiciary remains strictly non-partisan, deeply committed to constitutional neutrality, and wholly insulated from political activities or symbols of political allegiance.

“The 2025 All Nigeria Judges Conference is a statutory and professional gathering focused on strengthening the justice system and reinforcing public confidence in the Judiciary. Any attempt to distort the solemnity of the event or attribute political motives to judicial officers is unfortunate, misleading, and a disservice to the public.

“We urge members of the public and the media to exercise restraint, verify information, and avoid amplifying falsehoods capable of undermining the integrity of national institutions.

“The Judiciary will continue to uphold its oath of office with dignity, independence, and unwavering fidelity to the Constitution.

Kolade Umoru
Head, Information, Media and Public Relations
National Judicial Institute.”

Renewed Hope Initiative Lifts 600 Vulnerable Persons In Imo With Palliatives

The Source

November 19, 2025

No less than 600 vulnerable persons in Imo State, particularly the physically-challenged among them, were Wednesday, November 19, 2025, lifted out of the poverty lane through the Renewed Hope Initiatives (RHI), the brain-child of Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, wife of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The exercise which took place at the Government House Owerri was carefully designed to achieve inclusion of the vulnerable persons in the scheme of things of government, with emphasis on lifting such population in Imo State out of poverty.

Represented at the occasion by the wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, Mrs Tinubu who is the Chairman of RHI gave out different food items and cash to the beneficiaries before a large audience of invitees that included National and State government officials.

Speaking at the occasion, Mrs. Tinubu’s representative, Hajia Shettima, emphasised the need to empower women, citing their critical roles in shaping the nation’s future.

She encouraged women in general to take on leadership roles, embracing their unique strengths and seeking opportunities to make a positive impact in their various homes.

Senator Oluremi disclosed that RHI plans to launch more economic empowerment programmes, including grants, for persons living with disabilities, “as the initiative aims to promote inclusive growth and social protections for all Nigerians.”

While calling for collaboration and unwavering commitment to creating a better future, the wife of the President expressed gratitude to organisations and persons who have remained committed to supplying food items monthly to support the Renewed Hope Initiative ideals.

She used the occasion to announce the upcoming events of the RHI, including the closing ceremony of its Women’s ICT training programme and the launching of environment clubs in Schools to promote cleanliness and tree planting.

In her remarks, wife of the Governor of Imo State who is also the Secretary of the Renewed Hope Initiative, Barr. (Mrs.) Chioma Uzodimma said the food outreach programme organised by the RHI under the leadership of Senator Tinubu, was borne out of deep empathy and concern for the welfare of all Nigerians facing difficult circumstances.

Barr. Uzodimma noted that the food outreach programme was “designed to restore hope, strengthen communities and affirm shared humanity,” not just in Imo State but elsewhere in Nigeria.

She expressed gratitude to partners, donors, and everyone involved in making the initiative a success, emphasising that “true development is a collective effort.”

“This programme is not just charity, but a gesture to remind beneficiaries that they are not alone,” the Imo First Lady stressed, reminding them that their “strength and challenges are recognised.”

Some of the beneficiaries, Okoro Sylvia (Ehime Mbano), Fidelia Madumere (Ihitte-Uboma), Ibeziem Chika (Onuimo), all special citizens, among others who spoke to newsmen, expressed their profound joy to Mrs Tinubu, Mrs. Shettima, and Mrs. Uzodimma for their show of love towards their well-being, that of the widows and orphans across the 36 States of Nigeria.

They prayed God to bless and imbue them with more wisdom to pilot the affairs of the nation, noting, joyfully, that the food items they received will go a long way in alleviating the needs of their families.

Senator Okey Ezea Died In Lagos Not In UK, Family Officially Confirms

Akinwale Kasali

November 19, 2025

By Akinwale Kasali

The sad death of Senator Okey Ezea, representing Enugu North Senatorial District in the 10th Senate, has officially been announced by his family.

In a statement by the family titled; “Notification of the Death of Senator Okey Ezea,” his son, Jideofor Ezea, said the Lawmaker died on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at about 11:07 p.m. in a private hospital in Lagos after a brief illness.

This was contrary to the earlier report that the Lawmaker died at a Hospital in the United Kingdom.

The statement reads: “With profound grief, the family of Distinguished Senator Okey Ezea, who represented Enugu North Senatorial District in the 10th Senate, announces his passing.

“As the family mourns this immense loss, we request prayers and support during this difficult time.”

Jideofor further added that the late Senator is survived by his wife, Chioma, and four children.

Highlighting the contributions of the late Senator to the development of the National Assembly, the Nation’s democracy and to his constituents, he noted that he was an “active and influential voice” throughout his time in the 10th Senate.

Speaking further, he stated that at the start of the legislative session, Ezea chaired the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions, before assuming other key roles, including Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Housing and Urban Development.

He, also, served as Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Cooperation and Integration in Africa and NEPAD, and the Senate Committee on Culture and Creative Economy.

“His legislative footprint included sponsoring the bill for the establishment of the Federal College of Agriculture, Adani, and championing the proposed creation of Adada State—a legacy bill he pursued with unwavering commitment until his health challenges began.

“He, also, moved several motions, including one calling for the establishment of a military base in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State to curb persistent attacks by armed herdsmen.

“Prior to his emergence as a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria under the Labour Party, LP, he was a founding member of the APC and played a key role in building the party’s structure in Enugu State in 2013.

“He, however, contested the governorship three times—twice under the Labour Party in 2007 and 2011, and again in 2015 under the APC.

“His election to the Senate in 2023, in which he defeated an incumbent governor, was widely regarded as a major political upset.”

The family noted that Senator Ezea remained steadfast in his political principles, being the only federal lawmaker from Enugu State elected on the Labour Party platform in 2023 who refused to defect to the ruling party, despite pressure.

Kwara Church Attack: Medical Doctor Identifies Slow-running Old woman As His Grandma

Adesina Soyooye

November 19, 2025

By Adesina Soyooye

A Jos, Plateau State Medical Doctor has identified the old woman struggling to run, and so escape from the terrorists who attacked a Church in Kwara State as his Grandmother.

Dr Popoola, sharing an account of how the horrifying attack personally affected him said while his grandmother who was struggling to run was not touched, his two aunts and a cousin were kidnapped.

Recall that blood-thirsty terrorists attacked a branch of Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Oke Isegun, Eruku Community, Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State while worshippers worshipped. They invaded the Church, shot at screaming worshippers – men, women, youths, children – killed some, kidnapped some.

Narrating his story as seen in the live-streaming video, the Doctor who expressed his shock at the brutality displayed by the terrorists wrote:

“My two aunties were kidnapped in this video. The old woman running slowly is my grandma. My grandma seen struggling to run in the video wasn’t taken along with those who were kidnapped,

“Also it’s my biological aunt and my cousin (my other aunt’s son) who were kidnapped.

“Some people were killed, however, details of who isn’t clear yet. The town is in terror.

“Please, whilst we repost and tag let’s also pray. I know it seems as though we’ve been wasting our time praying, but please let’s not lose hope, regardless God is still on His throne.

“If we all join our voices and cry out to Him, He’ll show up as the Lord of hosts.

“I will lift up my eyes unto the hills from whence cometh my help? My help comes from the Lord.

He is the helper of the helpless, we’re currently helpless, we’ve tried all we can in Nigeria, we’ve striked, protested, all we can do now is keep doing what we’ve been doing and also pray.

“I am a Doctor in Plateau State, Jos, I know the number of people that have been treated in our facility as a result of assault by these terrorists.

:People living in fear all the days of their lives.

People’s skull hacked like palm trees, people’s hands dangling with only but skin left to hold the limb.

This must end!!!”

President Tinubu Cancels Foreign Trip, Awaits Report On Kebbi, Kwara Terrorists’ Attacks

Ayodele Oni

November 19, 2025

By Ayodele Oni

President Bola Tinubu has postponed his scheduled trip to Johannesburg, South Africa and Luanda, Angola, as he awaits further security briefings on the kidnapped Kebbi schoolgirls and the attack on Christ Apostolic Church, (CAC) worshippers in Eruku, Kwara State.

The President scheduled a two-nation trip to Johannesburg, South Africa, and Luanda, Angola, Wednesday for high-level international engagements at the G20 and AU–EU summits.

In response to the request by the Governor of Kwara State, President Tinubu has ordered the deployment of more security men to Eruku and the entire Ekiti Local Government Area of the state, and directed the police to go after the bandits who attacked worshippers.

According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu was scheduled to leave Abuja today(Wednesday ) to attend the 20th G20 Summit of leaders in South Africa and thereafter proceed to Luanda to attend the 7th AU-EU Summit.

The statement reads, “Disturbed by the security breaches in Kebbi State and Monday’s attack by bandits against worshippers at Christ Apostolic Church, Eruku, Kwara state, President Tinubu decided to suspend his departure.

”He now awaits reports from Vice President Kashim Shettima, who paid a sympathy visit to Kebbi on his behalf, as well as reports from the police and the Department of State Services regarding the attack in Kwara.

”President Tinubu reiterates his directive to the security agencies to do everything possible to rescue the school girls, abducted by the bandits and bring the girls back home, safe.”

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