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Gunmen Kill Twenty, Steal Cattle in Central Nigeria “Bandit” Attack
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Gunmen have killed 20 people and stolen cattle from a village in central Nigeria during what local authorities describe as a "bandit" attack, according to reports.
Nigerian airstrikes play decisive role in foil coup attempt in Benin
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigerian air operations played a critical role in stopping an attempted coup in neighboring Benin after mutinous soldiers tried to overthrow President Patrice Talon, according to reports from government sources.
Nigeria Orders Deployment of Military Forces to Benin
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Following an urgent appeal from Benin, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commanded his nation's military to assist in neutralizing coup conspirators, according to a statement released by the presidential office Sunday.
Nigeria authorizes troop deployment to Benin following attempted coup
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigeria’s Senate has authorized the deployment of its military to neighboring Benin as part of a peace-support mission following an attempted coup that prompted urgent appeals for outside assistance, according to general reports.
Nigeria Approves Troop Deployment to Benin
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigeria’s Senate has given the green light for the dispatch of troops to Benin on a peacekeeping mission after an attempted coup in the neighboring West African nation prompted Benin to request external security support.
Nigeria verifies release of hundred kidnapped students
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Monday confirmed the safe release of 100 students abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Niger State, and urged authorities to expedite efforts to free those still held...
Nigerian Airstrikes Help Quell Coup Attempt in Benin
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigerian airstrikes were pivotal in thwarting an attempted coup in neighboring Benin after rebellious soldiers tried to overthrow President Patrice Talon, the government reported.
Nigeria Offers Asylum to Guinea-Bissau Opposition Leader
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigeria has granted asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition figure Fernando Dias da Costa following a contested election that sparked a military takeover in the West African nation, authorities confirmed.
President Cyril Ramaphosa: Meeting of African Leaders, the African Union and African Organisations
South African Government
Statement on the meeting of African Leaders, the African Union and African Organisations held on the margins of the G20 Leaders Summit President Cyril Ramaphosa met today, Friday 21 November 2025, with African Heads of State and Government, the...
Nigeria Grants Asylum to Guinea-Bissau Opposition Figure
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigeria has extended asylum to prominent Guinea-Bissau opposition politician Fernando Dias da Costa, following a contested election that precipitated a military takeover in the West African nation, according to official statements.
Nigerian Man Sentenced to 60 Months in Prison for COVID-19 Related Fraud
U.S. Department of Justice
DENVER – The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado announces that Nosa Edokpaigbe, a Nigerian national, was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison, ordered to pay $1,408,897.16 in restitution, and a forfeiture money...
Nigeria Welcomes First Wave of St. Kitts and Nevis Delegation Following Landmark Visa-Free Agreement
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
ABUJA, Nigeria, Nov. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nigeria yesterday welcomed an official government delegation from St. Kitts and Nevis, just weeks after the two nations achieved a historic milestone: granting visa-free entry to citizens of St....
Nigeria links abductions to militants, analysts disagree
MENAFN
(MENAFN) The Nigerian government has attributed a recent surge in abductions across the north-western and central regions to the jihadist groups Boko Haram and the Islamic State in West Africa Province (Iswap). However, analysts dispute this,...
Nigerian President Declares “Nationwide Security Emergency”
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday announced a “nationwide security emergency” following a significant increase in terrorist attacks and abduction cases throughout the country.
New Ways to End World Hunger: Meds & Food for Kids Convenes Expert Panel in St. Louis on September 24
EIN Presswire
Innovators Take Action After the Dismantling of USAID in 2025; Forum Spotlights What is Working in Haiti ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, September 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Three experts in international humanitarian aid speak in St. Louis on...
President Bio Honoured with Baze University Postgraduate School Naming, Champions Education as Africa’s Foundation
EIN Presswire
President Julius Maada Bio was honoured for his commitment to Education advancement in Sierra Leone and Africa ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA, November 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- His Excellency Dr Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra...
Minister Fajon on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women: United for peace and security
Government of Slovenia
SLOVENIA, November 25 - This was announced by the Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, Tanja Fajon, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
PayCargo Joins Forces with AREAS Foundation, Bringing Education to Global Communities
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
CORAL GABLES, Fla., Sept. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PayCargo, a trusted leader in logistics payments and workflow solutions, today announced an ongoing partnership with AREAS Foundation, a Spain-based non-profit focused on supporting the social...
Nigerian President Defers G20 Trip Amid Security Threats in Nigeria
MENAFN
(MENAFN) Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has postponed his scheduled visit to South Africa for the G20 summit, citing escalating security threats at home, including a violent assault on a girls’ boarding school in Kebbi State.
Gunmen Storm Two Villages in Nigeria, Killing Twenty-Five
MENAFN
(MENAFN) At least 25 civilians and soldiers are dead after armed gunmen stormed two villages in northeast Nigeria late Tuesday, according to residents and local officials.
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