Archive: November 20, 2025

Browsing through all stories published on November 20, 2025.

NYSC, FRSC Debunk Report of Crash Involving Gombe Prospective Corps Members

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) have dismissed reports circulating online that a road crash involving prospective corps members occurred in Gombe State, describing the claims as false and misleading.

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FG Plans to Expand Basic Health Care Coverage to 20 Million Nigerians

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to expand the Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF) to cover 20 million Nigerians within the next year, doubling its current reach as part of efforts to accelerate Universal Health Coverage (UHC)

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Tinubu Mourns Olusegun Awolowo, Grandson of Late Sage Obafemi Awolowo

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sadness over the death of Olusegun Awolowo, grandson of the late sage Chief Obafemi Awolowo, describing his passing at age 62 as a tragic loss to both the Awolowo family and Nigeria

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Police Debunk Viral Video Claiming Arrest of Kwara Church Attackers

The Kwara State Police Command has dismissed a viral video circulating online that claimed security operatives had arrested suspects involved in the recent church attack in Kwara State, describing the footage as false and misleading.

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Yomi Fabiyi Claims to Possess Video Showing How Mohbad Was Killed

Nollywood actor Yomi Fabiyi has stirred controversy after claiming he has a video that allegedly shows how late singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba (Mohbad) was killed, urging President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the case.

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Sara Jacobs U.S. Congresswoman has condemned Trump’s threat of military action against Nigeria over alleged Christian genocide

U.S. Congresswoman Sara Jacobs has condemned Donald Trump's threat of military action against Nigeria over alleged Christian genocide, calling it "reckless and illegal." She emphasized that Congress has not authorized such force, and attributing Nigeria's complex insecurity solely to religious conflict distorts reality, a view echoed by the Nigerian government.

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Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been sentenced to life imprisonment

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Federal High Court in Abuja after being convicted on all seven counts of terrorism. The court ruled that Kanu's repeated broadcasts incited violence and unrest in Nigeria’s South-East, finding his actions destabilizing and endangering lives. This landmark judgment has sparked mixed reactions across the country.

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Olusegun Awolowo Jr., grandson of late Chief Obafemi Awolowo’s Death Described as Devastating by Family, Associates

Olusegun Awolowo Jr., grandson of Nigeria's late statesman Chief Obafemi Awolowo, has died at the age of 62, a loss his family described as devastating. A prominent lawyer and former Executive Director of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), he was dedicated to public service. His passing has been met with widespread grief across Nigeria, with many remembering his commitment to the nation.

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Zelensky to Speak with Trump After U.S. Proposes Russia‑Ukraine Peace Plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is preparing for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump after Washington proposed a draft peace plan to end the war with Russia. The controversial proposal, which suggests Ukraine may cede territory and reduce its military, has sparked debate over its terms and lack of Ukrainian involvement. Zelensky's office confirmed support for proposals leading to genuine peace but stressed that any agreement must ensure a just and lasting end to the war.

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Kwara Church Attack: Bandits Demand N100m Ransom for Each of 38 Abducted Victims

Bandits who attacked a church in Eruku, Kwara State, have demanded a staggering N100 million ransom for each of the 38 abducted victims, totaling N3.8 billion. This unprecedented demand has plunged the community into deeper fear and sparked intensified search operations by security agencies.

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Edo Assembly Launches Investigation Into MOWAA Funding and Operations

The Edo State House of Assembly has launched a formal investigation into the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) to scrutinize its funding structure, operational transparency, and management of cultural heritage projects. This probe follows public concerns over financial accountability and aims to ensure integrity, clarity, and full compliance with state laws in handling Edo’s cultural assets.

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FG Sets Ambitious Target to Expand Basic Health Care Coverage to 20 Million Nigerians

The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled an ambitious plan to expand basic health care coverage to 20 million citizens. This significant initiative aims to address long-standing gaps in access for vulnerable groups by strengthening primary health centres, improving essential medicine availability, and boosting health insurance enrollment across the nation.

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Fire Erupts Near COP30 Venue, Sending Huge Columns of Smoke Into the Sky

A fire erupted near the COP30 climate summit venue, sending huge columns of thick black smoke into the sky and causing panic among delegates. The blaze, which started in a nearby storage facility, prompted evacuations and a swift emergency response, temporarily pausing critical climate negotiations.

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FUNAAB Matriculates 6,356 Students as VC Warns Against Indecent Dressing

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has matriculated 6,356 students for the 2025/2026 academic session, with the Vice-Chancellor cautioning the new intakes against indecent dressing and misconduct on campus.

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Covenant University Tops Times Higher Education’s Africa Interdisciplinary Rankings

Covenant University has been ranked the best university in Africa in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings, placing 1st in Nigeria, 1st in Africa, and 49th globally

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Nnamdi Kanu Ejected from Court for ‘Unruly’ Conduct During Terrorism Trial Judgment

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the removal of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), from the courtroom on Thursday after his “unruly” conduct disrupted proceedings as the judge began delivering judgment in his terrorism trial

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FASB Moves to Clarify Crypto Derecognition Rules Following Industry Feedback

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has added a new project to its technical agenda to clarify derecognition rules for crypto asset transfers, following industry feedback about confusion in how companies report when digital assets leave their control.

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Asia FX Holds Steady After Split Fed Minutes; Yen Slides to 10-Month Low

Asian currencies stabilized on Thursday after sharp overnight losses triggered by the Federal Reserve’s split minutes, while the Japanese yen weakened to its lowest level in 10 months amid fiscal concerns and lack of intervention signals.

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EU Delays Enforcement of ‘High Risk’ AI Rules Until 2027 After Big Tech Pushback

The European Union will postpone enforcement of its “high risk” AI regulations under the AI Act until 2027, following sustained pushback from Big Tech companies and pressure from the U.S. government.

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US, Taipei Welcome Launch of Google’s New AI Engineering Centre in Taiwan

The United States and Taiwan have hailed the opening of Google’s new Artificial Intelligence engineering centre in Taipei, describing it as a milestone for technological cooperation and a boost to Taiwan’s role in the global AI ecosystem.

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