At least nine Nigerian soldiers have been confirmed dead following an explosion caused by improvised explosive devices, IEDs, along the Gubio axis of Borno State, according to security sources.

Nigeria Blast: Soldiers Killed In Nigeria's Borno State In Roadside Bombing

At least nine Nigerian soldiers have been confirmed dead following an explosion caused by improvised explosive devices, IEDs, along the Gubio axis of Borno State, according to security sources.


Nigeria blast: Soldiers killed in Nigeria's Borno state in roadside bombing

At least 30 people have been killed and several others are missing after a boat capsized in Nigeria’s Yobe State, according to local authorities. Rescue operations are ongoing as officials investigate the cause of the mishap. The incident highlights ongoing water transport safety challenges in parts of the country.

Nigeria Boat Mishap: At Least 30 Killed as Boat Capsizes in Yobe State

Nigeria Violence: Armed gunmen stormed Kasuwan-Daji village in Nigeria's Niger State, killing at least 30 civilians and abducting several others during a savage attack on the local market. The assailants arrived on motorcycles from nearby National Park Forest, opened indiscriminate fire, looted shops, burned stalls, and rounded up victims before fleeing. 


Nigeria violence: Nigerian president orders hunt for gunmen, rescue of hostages 

Nigeria Violence: 30 Dead, Many Kidnapped in Niger State Village Attack

Nigeria's drug enforcement agency Sunday (Jan 04) said it had arrested 22 Indian crew members of a merchant ship after 31.5 kilogrammes of cocaine was found on the vessel at Lagos's main port.&nbsp;The seizure was made on January 2 aboard &nbsp;MV Aruna Hulya, which "originated from the Marshall Islands," Femi Babafemi, spokesman for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), said in a statement.&nbsp;Nigeria has long been considered a trafficking and production hub for drugs bound for Europe and other African countries.&nbsp;The agency said in November that it arrested 20 Filipino sailors caught ferrying at least 20 kilogrammes of cocaine from Brazil to the same port.&nbsp;Earlier that month, NDLEA said it was working with US and British anti-drug agencies to investigate a cartel behind the importation of 1,000 kilograms of cocaine discovered in a container at a Lagos port.<h2>Over 30 killed, several kidnapped in Nigeria</h2> In a separate incident, armed gangs killed more than 30 people and kidnapped others in a raid in Nigeria in the same state where hundreds of schoolchildren were abducted late last year, police said Sunday.&nbsp;The gangs swept into Kasuwan Daji village, in the Kabe district of the western Niger State on Saturday and set a market ablaze, before looting shops for food, they said.&nbsp;"Over 30 victims lost their lives during the attack, some persons were also kidnapped," Wasiu Abiodun, Niger state police spokesman said.&nbsp;President Bola Tinubu's office said the attackers may have been "terrorists" fleeing from parts of northwestern Nigeria followed Christmas Day airstrikes by the United States that targeted militants linked to the Islamic State group.&nbsp;The attackers "will be caught and brought to justice", along with any who helped them, Tinubu vowed in a statement relayed by his media adviser Bayo Onanuga.Images viewed by AFP showed some of those killed in the raid had their hands tied behind their backs.&nbsp;Gangs -- known in Nigeria as "bandits" -- frequently carry out mass kidnappings for ransom and loot villages in parts of Nigeria.&nbsp;Niger state has been one of the hardest hit in recent months.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-election-talks-premature-rubio-says-us-focused-on-policy-changes-united-states-marco-rubio-america-caracas-maduro-1767545637894">Venezuela election talk ‘premature’: Rubio says US ready to work with current leaders if they make ‘right decision’</a>&nbsp;In November, armed gangs seized more than 250 students and staff from a Catholic school in the state.&nbsp;Authorities announced their release in two batches weeks later, without saying whether a ransom was paid.&nbsp;The latest attack took place less than 20 kilometres (12 miles) from Papiri village where the students and teachers were snatched from their school.&nbsp;The local church for the area put the death toll from Saturday's raid at more than 40, higher than the figure given by police.&nbsp;"Reports indicate the bandits operated for hours with no security presence," the Catholic Church in Kontagora said on its Facebook page.

The seizure was made on January 2 aboard  MV Aruna Hulya, which "originated from the Marshall Islands," Femi Babafemi, spokesman for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), said in a statement.

Nigeria's drug enforcement agency Sunday (Jan 04) said it had arrested 22 Indian crew members of a merchant ship after 31.5 kilogrammes of cocaine was found on the vessel at Lagos's main port. The seizure was made on January 2 aboard MV Aruna Hulya, which "originated from the Marshall Islands," Femi Babafemi, spokesman for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), said in a statement. Nigeria has long been considered a trafficking and production hub for drugs bound for Europe and other African countries. The agency said in November that it arrested 20 Filipino sailors caught ferrying at least 20 kilogrammes of cocaine from Brazil to the same port. Earlier that month, NDLEA said it was working with US and British anti-drug agencies to investigate a cartel behind the importation of 1,000 kilograms of cocaine discovered in a container at a Lagos port. Over 30 killed, several kidnapped in Nigeria In a separate incident, armed gangs killed more than 30 people and kidnapped others in a raid in Nigeria in the same state where hundreds of schoolchildren were abducted late last year, police said Sunday. The gangs swept into Kasuwan Daji village, in the Kabe district of the western Niger State on Saturday and set a market ablaze, before looting shops for food, they said. "Over 30 victims lost their lives during the attack, some persons were also kidnapped," Wasiu Abiodun, Niger state police spokesman said. President Bola Tinubu's office said the attackers may have been "terrorists" fleeing from parts of northwestern Nigeria followed Christmas Day airstrikes by the United States that targeted militants linked to the Islamic State group. The attackers "will be caught and brought to justice", along with any who helped them, Tinubu vowed in a statement relayed by his media adviser Bayo Onanuga. Images viewed by AFP showed some of those killed in the raid had their hands tied behind their backs. Gangs -- known in Nigeria as "bandits" -- frequently carry out mass kidnappings for ransom and loot villages in parts of Nigeria. Niger state has been one of the hardest hit in recent months. Also Read: Venezuela election talk ‘premature’: Rubio says US ready to work with current leaders if they make ‘right decision’ In November, armed gangs seized more than 250 students and staff from a Catholic school in the state. Authorities announced their release in two batches weeks later, without saying whether a ransom was paid. The latest attack took place less than 20 kilometres (12 miles) from Papiri village where the students and teachers were snatched from their school. The local church for the area put the death toll from Saturday's raid at more than 40, higher than the figure given by police. "Reports indicate the bandits operated for hours with no security presence," the Catholic Church in Kontagora said on its Facebook page.

The seizure was made on January 2 aboard &nbsp;MV Aruna Hulya, which "originated from the Marshall Islands," Femi Babafemi, spokesman for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), said in a statement.

Nigeria arrests 22 Indian ship crew members in cocaine seizure

Anthony Joshua's driver has been charged after a crash in Nigeria injured the boxer and killed two of his team members, police have said.

Anthony Joshua's Driver Charged Over Nigeria Crash That Killed Two 

President Bola Tinubu has declared that 2026 marks the beginning of a more robust phase of economic growth for Nigeria, pledging to drive down inflation further, strengthen foreign reserves and sustain the country’s GDP growth trajectory.


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Nigeria targets economic stability with 2026 budget

Boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital after surviving a fatal car crash in Nigeria. The accident occurred on a busy highway linking Lagos and Ibadan when the SUV Joshua was travelling in collided with a stationary truck. Nigerian police said Joshua suffered minor injuries, but two of his close friends were killed in the crash. Authorities continue to investigate the incident as tributes pour in for the victims.

Anthony Joshua Discharged After Fatal Nigeria Car Crash | Two Friends Killed

Former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua escaped with minor injuries in a car crash that killed two of his friends and team members on Monday, according to Nigerian authorities and his promoter.

Anthony Joshua Injured in Nigeria Car Crash That Killed Two Team Members 

Former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was injured in a car accident, according to reports. Details about the extent of his injuries or the circumstances of the crash are still emerging. Fans and the boxing community have expressed concern over Joshua’s health and recovery. This report covers the latest updates, reactions from fellow athletes, and potential impact on his upcoming fights and career.


Anthony Joshua hospitalised with minor injuries after car crash in Nigeria

#Gravitas Recent U.S. airstrikes have hit suspected Islamic State–linked fighters in Nigeria’s northwest. Washington says the militants operate in Nigeria's Sokoto state and target civilians, including Christians, in brutal attacks. Intelligence officials identify the fighters as members of a network known locally as Lakurawa. 


US strikes in Nigeria puts spotlight on ISIS, Jihadists 

Washington says it has carried out airstrikes against suspected Islamic State targets in northwest Nigeria. A move U.S. President Donald Trump described as 'powerful and deadly.'

US Launched Air Strikes in Nigeria Targeting I-S Camps on Christmas

A day after US President Donald Trump ordered deadly strikes on Islamic State targets in northwestern Nigeria, he revealed that the American forces were “going to do it earlier” but were ordered to delay the attack to give them a “Christmas present”. On Thursday (Dec 25), Trump announced that the US troops carried out what he described as “powerful and deadly” strikes against ISIS targets in the West African nation, marking the first US military action in the country under his current term.In an interview with Politico published on Friday, Trump accused the ISIS militants in Nigeria of persecuting Christians, adding that the US strikes “decimated their camps”. The US president also said that the attack was originally planned for Wednesday but was delayed one day by him for symbolic reasons.“They were going to do it earlier,” Trump told Politico. “And I said, ‘nope, let’s give a Christmas present.’” He further added, “They didn’t think that was coming, but we hit them hard. Every camp got decimated.”Meanwhile, Nigeria’s information minister said on Friday that the US used guided missiles launched from drones in the strikes conducted on Christmas.“A total of 16 GPS-guided precision munitions were deployed using MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial platforms, successfully neutralising the targeted ISIS elements attempting to penetrate Nigeria from the Sahel corridor,” Information Minister Mohammed Idris said in a statement.Idris added that the attack was carried out with the “full involvement of the Armed Forces of Nigeria,” with “explicit approval” from President Bola Tinubu. He added that no civilians were injured in the attacks.“The strikes were launched from maritime platforms domiciled in the Gulf of Guinea, after extensive intelligence gathering, operational planning, and reconnaissance,” Idris said. “Debris from expended munitions fell in Jabo, Tambuwal Local Government Area of Sokoto State, and in Offa, Kwara State.”Washington earlier released a video of projectiles being launched by a US Navy ship. The United States Africa Command confirmed that “multiple ISIS militants” were killed in the operation. No details were released on the exact locations hit or the number of casualties.<h2>‘MERRY CHRISTMAS to dead terrorists’</h2>Announcing the strikes, Trump had written on his Trump Social platform, “Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians, at levels not seen for many years, and even Centuries! I have previously warned these Terrorists that if they did not stop the slaughtering of Christians, there would be hell to pay, and tonight, there was. The Department of War executed numerous perfect strikes, as only the United States is capable of doing. Under my leadership, our Country will not allow Radical Islamic Terrorism to prosper. May God Bless our Military, and MERRY CHRISTMAS to all, including the dead Terrorists, of which there will be many more if their slaughter of Christians continues.”

Washington earlier released a video of projectiles being launched by a US Navy ship. The United States Africa Command confirmed that “multiple ISIS militants” were killed in the operation.

A day after US President Donald Trump ordered deadly strikes on Islamic State targets in northwestern Nigeria, he revealed that the American forces were “going to do it earlier” but were ordered to delay the attack to give them a “Christmas present”. On Thursday (Dec 25), Trump announced that the US troops carried out what he described as “powerful and deadly” strikes against ISIS targets in the West African nation, marking the first US military action in the country under his current term. In an interview with Politico published on Friday, Trump accused the ISIS militants in Nigeria of persecuting Christians, adding that the US strikes “decimated their camps”. The US president also said that the attack was originally planned for Wednesday but was delayed one day by him for symbolic reasons. “They were going to do it earlier,” Trump told Politico. “And I said, ‘nope, let’s give a Christmas present.’” He further added, “They didn’t think that was coming, but we hit them hard. Every camp got decimated.” Meanwhile, Nigeria’s information minister said on Friday that the US used guided missiles launched from drones in the strikes conducted on Christmas. “A total of 16 GPS-guided precision munitions were deployed using MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial platforms, successfully neutralising the targeted ISIS elements attempting to penetrate Nigeria from the Sahel corridor,” Information Minister Mohammed Idris said in a statement. Idris added that the attack was carried out with the “full involvement of the Armed Forces of Nigeria,” with “explicit approval” from President Bola Tinubu. He added that no civilians were injured in the attacks. “The strikes were launched from maritime platforms domiciled in the Gulf of Guinea, after extensive intelligence gathering, operational planning, and reconnaissance,” Idris said. “Debris from expended munitions fell in Jabo, Tambuwal Local Government Area of Sokoto State, and in Offa, Kwara State.” Washington earlier released a video of projectiles being launched by a US Navy ship. The United States Africa Command confirmed that “multiple ISIS militants” were killed in the operation. No details were released on the exact locations hit or the number of casualties. ‘MERRY CHRISTMAS to dead terrorists’ Announcing the strikes, Trump had written on his Trump Social platform, “Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS Terrorist Scum in Northwest Nigeria, who have been targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent Christians, at levels not seen for many years, and even Centuries! I have previously warned these Terrorists that if they did not stop the slaughtering of Christians, there would be hell to pay, and tonight, there was. The Department of War executed numerous perfect strikes, as only the United States is capable of doing. Under my leadership, our Country will not allow Radical Islamic Terrorism to prosper. May God Bless our Military, and MERRY CHRISTMAS to all, including the dead Terrorists, of which there will be many more if their slaughter of Christians continues.”

Washington earlier released a video of projectiles being launched by a US Navy ship. The United States Africa Command confirmed that “multiple ISIS militants” were killed in the operation.

Did US delay Nigeria strike to give ISIS a ‘Christmas present’? Here’s what Trump said

Nigeria has signaled the likelihood of more strikes against Islamic State-linked groups as part of intensified counterterrorism efforts.

Nigeria: Expect More Strikes on Islamic State | US-Nigera Joint Operation | ISIS

#Gravitas Washington says it has carried out airstrikes against suspected Islamic State targets in northwest Nigeria. A move U.S. President Donald Trump described as 'powerful and deadly.'

US Strikes ISIS in Nigeria After Trump Warning on Christian Attacks

The United States has launched strikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria, according to the US military. Officials said the Nigerian government requested the strikes. U.S. President Donald Trump accused Islamic State of “viciously killing” Christians and warned that further action could follow.

US Strikes I-S in Nigeria: American Missiles Hit ISIS Camps in Sokoto

The United States has carried out strikes against I-S targets in Nigeria’s Sokoto province, underscoring the growing global footprint of the terror outfit and its affiliates. Security assessments indicate that I-S-linked groups are now active across more than 10 countries, raising alarm over the organisation’s expanding reach beyond the Middle East and into Africa and other regions. The development highlights escalating counterterrorism challenges worldwide.

U.S. Strikes I-S In Sokoto Province Of Nigeria | Footprint Of Terror Outfit & Affiliates

US Launches Fiery Blitz on Nigeria I-S, Trump Says More to Come

The United States has launched strikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria, according to the US military. Officials said the Nigerian government requested the strikes. U.S. President Donald Trump accused Islamic State of “viciously killing” Christians and warned that further action could follow.


US- Nigeria: US Launches Military Strikes Against Islamic State Targets in Nigeria

The United States has launched deadly airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS) militants in Nigeria, following President Donald Trump’s warning about threats to Christians in the region. 

US-Nigeria: Trump Warns of Christian Threat as US Hits ISIS in Nigeria

The United States has launched deadly airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS) militants in Nigeria, following President Donald Trump’s warning about threats to Christians in the region. Trump stated that the strikes were a direct response to ISIS attacks targeting innocent Christians and emphasized that more military action could follow if the threat persists


U.S. Hits Islamic State in Nigeria, Trump Warns of Threat to Christians

Donald Trump has said the US carried out airstrikes against Islamic State militants in north-west Nigeria on Thursday, after spending weeks decrying the group for targeting Christians.

US Carries Out Strikes on Nigeria Targeting Islamic State Militants, Trump Says 

Nigeria Mosque: A bomb exploded inside a packed mosque in Maiduguri, Nigeria, killing at least seven people and injuring others during evening prayers, with authorities suspecting a militant attack. The incident took place in a city long affected by extremist violence, but no group has yet claimed responsibility for the blast.


Nigeria Mosque Attack: 7 Dead in Maiduguri Blast

Nigeria Mosque: A suspected bomb exploded inside a crowded mosque in Maiduguri's Gamboru market, Nigeria, killing at least seven people and injuring others during evening prayers. Authorities have not confirmed the exact number of casualties, but witnesses and local leaders reported multiple fatalities and injuries.


Nigeria Mosque: Bomb Blast Kills At Least Seven in Nigeria Mosque

According to a Reuters investigation, U.S. intelligence gathering flights have been operating over large parts of Nigeria since late November. Flight tracking data and U.S. officials suggest increased security cooperation between Washington and Abuja, following President Donald Trump’s warnings over violence targeting Christian communities. Analysts say the missions may mark a renewed U.S. intelligence presence in West Africa after its withdrawal from Niger, raising questions about surveillance, counterterrorism efforts, and regional security dynamics.

Is the U.S. Spying on Nigeria? Surveillance Flights Detected After Trump Warning

Gunmen in central Nigeria have abducted 28 people, including women and children, after ambushing a vehicle travelling to a Muslim religious gathering. The incident is the latest in a wave of mass kidnappings that has intensified scrutiny of the country’s security crisis.


Nigeria mass abduction: Report suggests 28 people abducted in Plateau

Gunmen in central Nigeria have abducted 28 people, including women and children, after ambushing a vehicle travelling to a Muslim religious gathering. The incident is the latest in a wave of mass kidnappings that has intensified scrutiny of the country’s security crisis.

Nigeria Mass Abduction: Gunmen Abduct 28 en Route To Muslim Religious Event

In a major humanitarian update, 100 Nigerian schoolchildren who were kidnapped have been successfully freed. The United Nations has confirmed that all rescued children have been transported safely to Nigeria’s capital, Abuja.

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Nigeria Blast: Soldiers Killed In Nigeria's Borno State In Roadside Bombing

Nigeria blast: Soldiers killed in Nigeria's Borno state in roadside bombing

Nigeria Boat Mishap: At Least 30 Killed as Boat Capsizes in Yobe State

Nigeria violence: Nigerian president orders hunt for gunmen, rescue of hostages

Nigeria Violence: 30 Dead, Many Kidnapped in Niger State Village Attack

Nigeria arrests 22 Indian ship crew members in cocaine seizure

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Anthony Joshua Injured in Nigeria Car Crash That Killed Two Team Members

Anthony Joshua hospitalised with minor injuries after car crash in Nigeria

US strikes in Nigeria puts spotlight on ISIS, Jihadists

US Launched Air Strikes in Nigeria Targeting I-S Camps on Christmas

Did Trump delay Nigeria strike to give ISIS a ‘Christmas present’?

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US Strikes ISIS in Nigeria After Trump Warning on Christian Attacks

US Strikes I-S in Nigeria: American Missiles Hit ISIS Camps in Sokoto

U.S. Strikes I-S In Sokoto Province Of Nigeria | Footprint Of Terror Outfit & Affiliates

US Launches Fiery Blitz on Nigeria I-S, Trump Says More to Come

US- Nigeria: US Launches Military Strikes Against Islamic State Targets in Nigeria

US- Nigeria: US Launches Military Strikes Against Islamic State Targets in Nigeria

US-Nigeria: Trump Warns of Christian Threat as US Hits ISIS in Nigeria

U.S. Hits Islamic State in Nigeria, Trump Warns of Threat to Christians

US Carries Out Strikes on Nigeria Targeting Islamic State Militants, Trump Says

Nigeria Mosque Attack: 7 Dead in Maiduguri Blast