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History of prominent and of great Scholar In the Africa entirely. /Today's latest news about politics, religion, sports, education and all what happens in Nigeria and world as large in the globe history throughly there were not person that keep a fantastic and interested record like Sheik Dahiru Usman Bauchi  Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi was born on 28th June 1927 and died on 26th November 2025. His mother was from Gwambe state, also from Bauchi and his father was a great scholar of the Quran. Sheikh Dahiru started studying with his parents until he memorized the Holy Quran with his father when he was nineteen (19) years old. His father sent him to seek knowledge and he started going from state to state to seek knowledge there until Allah revealed Sheikh Ibrahim and the sheikh joined the journey of Sheikh Ibrahim Abdullahi Inyass, he became the sheikh's disciple and the last teacher of Sheikh Dahiru.  Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi became a great leader of the Tijaniyya sect until S...

May Allah make the great Islamic scholar and leader of the Tijjaniyya Order, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, 101 years old in the world, according to the Islamic calendar. Prominent Islamic scholar in the country, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, passes away. Reports have reported that the sheikh died last Wednesday night, as confirmed by a reliable source. The source also said that the time of the scholar's funeral will be announced soon. Indeed this is a great loss not to his family or Nigeria but also the whole wide world as large.

Bola Ahmed Tinubu announces security emergency and plans for significant recruitment in the Army and Police. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a state of emergency regarding Nigeria's security situation, emphasizing the need for a strong response to new threats across the nation. In a statement he personally signed, President Tinubu explained that this decision followed a review of the country's security environment, leading him to "declare a nationwide security emergency and mandate increased recruitment for the Armed Forces." The President stated, "The police and army are authorized to expand their personnel. The police will add 20,000 officers, raising the total to 50,000. While I had previously approved upgrades to police training facilities nationwide, this statement allows police authorities to utilize various National Youth Service Corps camps as training sites." Tinubu cautioned terrorists against challenging his administration's determina...

Manchester United is reportedly looking to sell 11 first-team players, including captain Bruno Fernandes and defender Harry Maguire, as part of a significant squad overhaul planned for the summer of 2026.  Despite Ruben Amorim's efforts, the team's performance has not improved, leaving them stuck in mid-table with no clear path forward.  Fernandes may be among those departing the club this summer.re/

Army Thwarts Bandit Attack, Rescues Kidnapped Victims in Kogi. The 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army in Lokoja, Kogi, has reported that its troops successfully thwarted an ambush by bandits and rescued kidnapped individuals near Oshokoshoko and Obajana in the Lokoja Local Government Area. Lt. Hassan Abdullahi, the Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations for the 12 Brigade, shared this information with reporters in Lokoja on Wednesday. He explained that the operation took place in the early hours of Tuesday, following intelligence about the bandits' movements in the area. "On November 25, 2025, based on credible information regarding the movement of bandits along the Oshokoshoko-Obajana route with abducted victims, troops stationed at the Kabba Patrol Base, in collaboration with other hybrid forces, conducted a special ambush operation to intercept the criminals. The troops lay in wait and engaged the armed bandits, who were accompanied by an unknown number of fighters...

  Ado Doguwa Calls for State of Emergency and Closure of House of Representatives Amid Rising Insecurity Alhassan Ado-Doguwa, the representative for the Doguwa/Tudun Wada federal constituency in Kano, has urged for the immediate closure of the House of Representatives due to the ongoing violence and kidnappings plaguing the nation. During a special session on insecurity held on Tuesday, he called for urgent action. “The country is engulfed in bloodshed and sorrow. Farmers are unable to access their fields, traders cannot visit markets, and worshippers are afraid to attend mosques and churches. So, what are we doing here? What laws are we enacting?” he questioned. “If the government is unwilling to ensure the safety of its citizens, I urge you to take the ultimate step: shut it down, declare a state of emergency on legislative matters, and wait for the government to take the necessary actions.” Ado-Doguwa emphasized that while the federal government has constitutional authority to e...

Tukur Mamu received N50 million as his share of the ransom from terrorists following the attack on a train in Kaduna, according to the State Security Service (SSS). On Tuesday, an investigator from the SSS testified in the Abuja Division of the Federal High Court that Tukur Mamu was offered N50 million by Shugaba, the leader of the terrorist group responsible for the 2022 attack on the train traveling from Abuja to Kaduna. The SSS operative, who was the sixth witness for the prosecution in Mamu's terrorism trial, provided this information to Justice Mohammed Umar while being questioned by SSS lawyer David Kaswe. The witness, who spoke from behind a screen for safety reasons, also mentioned that the group requested Mamu's assistance in creating a website for their terrorist activities. During the testimony, four voice notes were played in court, which included Mamu's phone conversations with the terrorists who had taken the train passengers hostage. These recordings were ret...

UEFA has allowed Barcelona to bypass a significant regulation ahead of their important Champions League match against Chelsea.  The Catalan club is preparing to return to the fully renovated Camp Nou after being away for two years. Following a convincing 4-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao over the weekend, Barcelona aims to maintain their winning momentum. This rare exemption from UEFA comes just days before Barcelona resumes their Champions League campaign, providing a boost to their morale as they get ready for a challenging match at Stamford Bridge against Chelsea. The timing of this decision is critical for Hansi Flick's team, as they face a tough encounter with Chelsea on Tuesday, November 25. Currently, Barcelona is in 11th place in the league standings with seven points from four matches, which is disappointing for a club of their caliber. 

Once again, bandits have struck, kidnapping 11 individuals in a new assault on the Isapa community in the Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, causing further unrest in the area. This incident took place on Monday, just two weeks after a similar attack in the same local government area, where 38 worshippers were taken from a church in Eruku. According to local sources, the assailants, numbering over 20, descended on Isapa around noon, arriving with a large herd of cattle and firing their weapons indiscriminately.  As a result of the gunfire, an elderly woman was injured by a stray bullet.

The Nigerian Army's 6 Division, based in Port Harcourt, has seized stolen crude oil worth over N150 million in the Niger Delta.  In a statement released on Monday, Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for the division, reported that troops dismantled multiple illegal refining operations and apprehended four suspected oil thieves, recovering more than 109,000 liters of stolen petroleum products in the region. These operations, conducted in partnership with other security agencies, took place between November 10 and November 23, 2025. The recovered items included over 88,000 liters of stolen crude oil and 21,355 liters of illegally refined Automotive Gasoline Oil (AGO). The operations spanned Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Delta, and Bayelsa States. In the Ahoada local government area of Rivers State, three illegal refining sites were shut down, leading to the recovery of 40,000 liters of stolen crude and 20,000 liters of illegally refined...

Super Eagles forward Paul Onuachu has conveyed an important message to coach Eric Chelle in anticipation of the 2025. Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Onuachu, who currently shares the title of top goalscorer in Turkey with nine goals in 12 matches, netted a goal in Trabzonspor's thrilling 4-3 victory over Başakşehir in the Turkish Super Lig on November 24.  In the match, Başakşehir was reduced to 10 players early on when Festy Ebosele received a straight red card in the 10th minute. Despite being a man down, Davie Selke managed to score the first goal from the penalty spot in the 22nd minute.  Trabzonspor equalized in the 37th minute with a goal from Felipe Augusto, but Eldor Shomurodov put Başakşehir back in the lead with a goal in the 45th minute.

South-East Representatives Call On Tinubu To Consider Pardoning Nnamdi Kanu.  Members of the National Assembly expressed concern that Nnamdi Kanu's ongoing detention has significantly heightened tensions and unrest in the South-East region. The South-East caucus of the House of Representatives has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to contemplate granting a pardon to Nnamdi Kanu, the convicted leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra. They argued that a pardon for Kanu would facilitate greater dialogue between the Federal Government, elected officials, and community leaders, ultimately fostering long-term peace. Following a meeting on Monday, the lawmakers issued a statement highlighting that Nigeria has historically depended on presidential generosity during critical times to mend divisions and promote peace. They noted, “The framers of our constitution anticipated that Section 175 would be necessary, as strict adherence to the law may not always effectively address complex legal ...

The United Kingdom has turned down a request from the Nigerian government to permit former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu to finish his prison sentence in Nigeria.  Ekweremadu is currently incarcerated in a UK prison after being convicted in 2023 for conspiring to harvest the kidney of a young man.  He was sentenced to nine years and eight months in prison as a result of this high-profile organ trafficking case that garnered international attention.

WAEC Confirms 2026 WASSCE Will Be Computer-Based. The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has confirmed that the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) will be conducted exclusively as a computer-based test, reaffirming its dedication to modernizing assessments nationwide. Amos Dangut, the head of WAEC's Nigeria National Office, shared this information with reporters following the 63rd Nigeria National Council meeting in Umuahia, Abia State. Binta Abdulkadir, chair of the WAEC Nigeria National Committee, had previously announced that the council would begin conducting the computer-based WASSCE starting in 2027. In his media briefing, Dangut stressed that only official communications, rather than media speculation, could alter the council's plans for implementing the computer-based WASSCE as previously stated. “We are currently aware of discussions in the National Assembly, but we have not received any formal communication regarding this matter,” h...

Xabi Alonso entered the locker room and expressed his dissatisfaction to the players, saying, “We have been too soft.” As reported by AS, Real Madrid's recent difficulties continued with a 2-2 draw against Elche in a La Liga match, marking their third game in a row without a win. This result has raised concerns about the team's performance, with manager Xabi Alonso voicing his disappointment over the lack of intensity and responsiveness from his players against a determined and well-structured opponent. Elche managed to take the lead twice during the match, which frustrated Alonso, especially with the timing of their second goal. Scored in the 84th minute by Álvaro Rodríguez after a solo effort that caught Madrid's defense off guard, it came just as Real Madrid seemed ready to mount a comeback. After the game, Alonso addressed his team in the locker room, bluntly stating, “We have been too soft.” In his post-match remarks, Alonso emphasized the team's lack of intensity,...

This incident adds to the ongoing wave of attacks by armed groups in various northern states of the country. Suspected Boko Haram militants have kidnapped 12 women in the Mussa district of Askira-Uba Local Government Area in Borno State. They were reportedly taken while returning from t Their farms on Saturday evening. The Police Public Relations Officer, Nahum Daso, confirmed the incident to Eagle on Sunday. Daso stated that the Command has initiated an investigation into the matter. He said, “There was an abduction yesterday involving 12 women who were returning from their farms in Askira-Uba, carried out by suspected Boko Haram members.  “The details are still unclear, but efforts are being made,” the PPRO added. This abduction marks the latest in a series of assaults by armed groups in various northern states.

Fifty out of the 303 students kidnapped from a Catholic school in Niger State, north-central Nigeria, have managed to escape and reunite with their families, according to school officials on Sunday.  This news has brought some relief to families affected by one of the largest school abductions in Nigeria's history. The students, aged between 10 and 18, escaped individually over the course of Friday and Saturday, as reported by Most Rev. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, the chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in Niger State and the school's proprietor. He stated that 253 students and 12 teachers are still in the hands of the kidnappers. "We confirmed this after reaching out to and visiting some parents," Yohanna explained. The children and their teachers were taken by armed assailants who attacked St. Mary's School, a Catholic institution located in the remote Papiri community of Niger State, on Friday. No group has claimed responsibility for the abductions, and a...

Atalanta's new coach, Raffaele Palladino, has Harshly criticized his forwards' inability to finish after their 3-1 defeat to Napoli.  Ademola Lookman was specifically mentioned as part of an attacking group that failed to capitalize on their opportunities during Saturday night's match. The pressure is increasing on Lookman as Atalanta seeks to find consistency under their new manager. In his first match leading the Bergamo club, Palladino did not hold back in his assessment after the team lost 3-1 to Napoli. Having taken over from the recently dismissed Ivan Juric, Palladino aimed for a strong start in his new role.

Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate for 2023, has expressed serious concerns regarding the Federal Government's management of Nnamdi Kanu's situation, cautioning that the life sentence imposed on the IPOB leader could lead to renewed unrest in the Southeast. Obi's comments came shortly after the ruling was announced in Abuja on Thursday, November 20. He noted that the decision has already instilled fear and uncertainty in a region that has long faced violence, security operations, and economic challenges. He believes that Kanu’s conviction signifies a failure of leadership rather than merely a legal verdict. In his opinion, the government should have prioritized dialogue and peaceful engagement well before the situation escalated to this point. In a post on X, Obi characterized Kanu's extended detention as preventable. He argued that the concerns Kanu raised were "not unheard of" and maintained that listening and negotiation could have ave...

This recent event contributes to the growing insecurity throughout Nigeria, where armed groups threaten the population, committing acts of murder and kidnapping at their discretion. On Saturday, two police officers lost their lives in Bauchi State during an attack on their unit. Police spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin stated that the officers were conducting a visibility patrol in Sabon Sara Village to reassure the local community when they were ambushed. "In line with our duty to protect Nigerians, a combined force of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS), Police Mobile Force (PMF), and State Intelligence Department (SID) carried out a visibility patrol earlier today to instill confidence among residents in Sabon Sara Village, Bauchi State. Unfortunately, the team was attacked, resulting in the deaths of two officers and injuries to another," Mr. Hundeyin explained. "Efforts are currently being made to capture the assailants. We assure the public that while we mourn our fallen o...

The number of children kidnapped during a school attack has risen to over 300. On November 21, 2025, gunmen abducted children and staff from the dormitories of St. Mary's Catholic Primary and Secondary School in the Papiri community of Nigeria. According to the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), a total of 303 schoolchildren and 12 teachers were taken during the assault on the Catholic school in Niger state, an increase from the previous count of 215. This updated figure was provided following a verification process and a final count conducted by Most Rev. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, the chairman of the Niger state chapter of CAN, who visited the school on Friday. He noted that 88 additional students were captured while attempting to escape during the attack, with the victims being both boys and girls aged between 10 and 18. The kidnapping incident in the remote Papiri community occurred just four days after 25 schoolchildren were abducted under similar circumstances in Maga town, Ke...

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been moved to prison after being sentenced to 27 years for an attempted coup.  His lawyer and a source close to the case confirmed that he was placed in pre-trial detention on November 22, 2025. Bolsonaro, who is 70 years old, had been under house arrest since August. His lawyer, Celso Vilardi, stated, “He has been imprisoned, but I don’t know why.”  Bolsonaro's legal team had previously contended that he should serve his sentence at home due to concerns about his health.

Wole Soyinka Criticizes Trump Over Threat to Deploy U.S. Troops to Nigeria. Nobel Prize winner Wole Soyinka has criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump for his recent remarks about sending American troops to Nigeria. Soyinka stated that these comments demonstrate a lack of understanding of Nigeria's ongoing security challenges.  He made these statements on Friday after meeting with Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia in Makurdi. The playwright emphasized that Nigeria's issues cannot be resolved by outsiders who do not comprehend the underlying causes of the violence. Soyinka condemned Trump for claiming he would "come to help" Nigeria without adequately assessing the situation. He described such statements as reckless and dismissive of those who have been addressing the conflict for years. "You can't just say, 'I'm coming to help you whether you like it or not... and I'm bringing violence from outside without a thorough understanding of the c...

Government Provoded Some Certains Skills For Eliminating And Addressing Graduate Unemployment In Nigeria Nigeria  As Nigeria faces increasing unemployment and a growing disconnect between the skills of graduates and the demands of the job market, experts highlight the necessity for focused skills education. This approach aims to provide graduates with practical and sought-after skills that are relevant to the changing employment landscape.  A report from the World Bank indicates that a significant indicator of the shortcomings in the current skills development system is the difficulty many educated Nigerians experience in securing productive employment, a situation that seems to be deteriorating.  Research indicates that approximately 50% of jobs that require a university degree and 30% of those needing at least a polytechnic diploma also demand computing and analytical skills.   Experts suggest that Nigeria can enhance its workforce by implementing targeted educatio...

Security And Climate Issues Are At The Forefront As Shettima Outlines Nigeria's Stance. There are strong indications that Nigeria's ongoing security challenges and economic difficulties will be key topics as Vice President Kashim Shettima presents the country's position at the G20 Summit. BusinessDay has learned that Shettima, who arrived in South Africa on Friday evening, is set to engage with foreign leaders and development partners on matters related to the economy, security, climate change, and more. Additionally, he will participate in high-level diplomatic discussions aimed at accurately portraying the current security situation in Nigeria. The G20 Summit offers a significant opportunity for Nigeria to persuade global leaders of the necessity to collaborate with the country in addressing security threats from ISWAP, Boko Haram, and other terrorist organizations causing turmoil nationwide. This summit occurs against the backdrop of Nigeria being labeled a "Country...

A 24-year-old woman named Halimat Jubril has been arrested by the Lagos State Police Command after officers allegedly found a homemade Beretta pistol in her possession on the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. The arrest occurred during a routine patrol by a Police Tactical Team in the Badagry area. According to police sources, Halimat was stopped for questioning and reportedly could not provide a satisfactory explanation for having the weapon. While she denied any involvement in armed robbery, investigators noted that she was unable to explain why she was carrying the locally made firearm. The police suspect that she may be connected to other individuals who are still at large. She has been charged with conspiracy and unlawful possession of a firearm, both serious offenses under Lagos State law that carry heavy penalties if convicted. The case is currently being heard in the Ogba Magistrate Court and has been referred to the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for legal guidance as the in...

The Katsina State Government has ordered the immediate closure of all public schools in light of growing security threats in the North-West region. This decision, announced on Friday by the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, led to a swift return of students as boarding schools throughout the state sent pupils home to their parents and guardians. Videos and images shared online depicted students leaving school grounds with their belongings shortly after the announcement. Although the government has not released an official statement, Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Yusuf Jibia, confirmed the closure in an interview with DW Hausa. He described the measure as a precaution following recent attacks in nearby states. “Only examinations remain for our students,” Jibia stated. “We must take action now to prevent any potential attacks.” Katsina borders Kebbi State, where gunmen recently abducted 26 schoolgirls from the Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in ...

Gombe State Government rejected a viral social media post alleging that 16 National Youth Service Corps members traveling to the state had died in a road crash involving an NYSC-branded bus. Yusuf Danbayo, the Senior Special Assistant on Security Matters and Intergovernmental Affairs to Governor Muhammadu Yahaya, labeled the report as “false, misleading, and designed to incite unnecessary panic” in a public statement shared with our correspondent. He stated that no road accidents involving corps members had been reported to the Nigeria Police Force or any relevant agency in the past 12 hours, contradicting the claims circulating on social media. “There have been no accidents involving NYSC corps members reported to the Nigeria Police Force or any related agency,” Danbayo emphasized. He pointed out that in Nigeria, any significant incident must be formally reported to the nearest police station, and no such report exists. He also questioned the validity of the viral claims, asking for e...

  On Thursday in Abuja, the Department of State Services (DSS) charged Abdulmalik Abdulazeez Obadaki, the suspected mastermind behind the 2012 attack on the Deeper Life Bible Church in Okene, Kogi State. This occurred just two days after the sentencing of Hussaini Ismaila, a leader of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), to 20 years in prison for terrorism. Obadaki faces six charges in a Federal High Court, including membership in a terrorist organization, conspiracy, aiding acts of terrorism, concealing information about a terrorist group's activities, and escaping lawful custody. He admitted guilt to the sixth charge, which pertains to escaping lawful custody, but pleaded not guilty to the other five charges. After Obadaki's plea, the presiding judge, Justice Joyce Obehi Abdulmalik, postponed the case to January 26, 2026, to allow the court to review the facts related to the charge he admitted to and to hear the charges he denied. The court ordered that he remain ...