The EFCC denied reports that it raided or sealed the Abuja residence of former petroleum minister Timipre Sylva, saying the property was only marked as part of an ongoing investigation. The commission urged the public to avoid mischaracterising standard investigative processes.
The clarification followed heightened political and public interest in the scope of anti-corruption probes within the petroleum sector.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
The Nigerian Army’s 23 Brigade denied allegations that soldiers shot civilians during a communal clash in Lamurde LGA, Adamawa. The brigade said two women reported dead were allegedly killed due to militia members’ mishandling of weapons.
The army said joint forces responded to the violence and urged communities to embrace peace amid longstanding inter-communal tensions.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
FCT indigenous groups protested what they described as exclusion from a new ambassadorial list, arguing that Abuja’s host communities deserve fair representation in federal appointments. The demonstration reflects longstanding demands for stronger inclusion of the capital’s indigenous populations.
Stakeholders called for a review of the list and a broader policy conversation on equity in national appointments.
2025-12-09
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-09
Uncertainty remains over the status of 11 Nigerian Air Force personnel and a C-130 aircraft held in Burkina Faso after the aircraft allegedly violated the country’s airspace. Nigerian accounts cited the aircraft’s mission and a reported precautionary landing following a technical concern.
Nigeria says the flight complied with international aviation protocols on aircraft in distress, while diplomatic channels monitor the situation amid wider Sahel security anxieties.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
A long-running dispute between state governors and NNPC Ltd resurfaced over an alleged $42.37bn under-remittance to the Federation Account covering 2011–2017. FAAC directed a joint reconciliation session after NNPC questioned elements of an audit commissioned by the Nigeria Governors’ Forum.
The disagreement has revived calls for stronger transparency in oil revenue reporting and consistent independent verification to reduce fiscal shocks for states.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
NNPC Exploration and Production Limited recorded 355,000 barrels per day on December 1, 2025, which it described as its highest daily output in 36 years. The company also reported a steady rise in average daily production since 2023.
NNPC says improved asset management and operational discipline are driving the gains as Nigeria targets higher national output over the next few years.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
The House of Representatives summoned the Ministers of Finance and Budget & National Planning and other fiscal heads over weak implementation of the capital components of the 2024 and 2025 budgets. Lawmakers said many contractors executed projects without payment.
The House warned it may withhold consideration of the 2026 Appropriation Bill until outstanding obligations are addressed, intensifying legislative oversight of fiscal performance.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
The Senate summoned the Education Minister and WAEC leadership over sudden modifications to the 2025/2026 SSCE subject structure. Lawmakers warned the timing could destabilise SS3 candidates preparing for the May/June 2026 examinations.
Senators urged that affected candidates be exempted and that major revisions be deferred to later cycles to allow schools and students adequate preparation.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
Vice President Kashim Shettima described Nigeria’s out-of-school population as a national emergency, urging coordinated action among federal, state and local governments and private partners. He spoke at the 2025 Nigeria Education Forum hosted with the NGF and the Education Ministry.
The event highlighted the need for sustainable financing, improved learning infrastructure and targeted interventions to reduce dropout rates, particularly in vulnerable regions.
2025-12-10
Vanguard
2025-12-10