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Tinubu Departs for Europe, Heads to UAE Summit

President Bola Tinubu has left Nigeria for Europe, continuing his break before a key trip to Abu Dhabi for the 2026 Sustainability Week Summit. Get the full details on his itinerary and the high-level invitation from the UAE President.

PFN Leader Urges Tinubu: Secure Nigeria, Spare No One

PFN President Bishop Wale Oke urges President Tinubu not to relent in the fight against insecurity, calling for decisive action against terrorists and bandits without negotiation. He commends US cooperation.

Macron Announces New French Nuclear Aircraft Carrier

French President Macron approves construction of a new, larger nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to replace the Charles de Gaulle, announcing the move during a visit to French troops in the UAE.

Davido to perform at AFCON 2025 opening concert

Grammy-nominated Afrobeats star Davido will headline the AFCON 2025 opening concert in Rabat, Morocco, alongside French Montana. The event blends football and music ahead of the tournament kickoff.

Tinubu Hosts APC National Caucus Meeting Today

President Bola Tinubu convenes a strategic APC National Caucus meeting in Abuja. Key leaders, including VP Shettima and former VP Osinbajo, will discuss party unity and future political strategies. Read more.

Mbappe Wins €60m Court Case Against PSG

A French court has ordered Paris Saint-Germain to pay Kylian Mbappe €60 million in unpaid wages and bonuses. Get all the details on the landmark ruling.

France Adopts Budget, Suspends Pension Reform

French parliament approves social security budget, suspending the unpopular pension age hike. Prime Minister Lecornu races to finalise the 2026 spending plan. Read the full details.

Kuje Inmates Graduate with NOUN Degrees

Six inmates at Kuje Medium Security Custodial Centre have earned university degrees from NOUN, showcasing education's power for rehabilitation. Read their inspiring stories of hope and purpose.

Nigerian Sentenced to 20 Years in US for Major Fraud

Oluwaseun Adekoya, a Nigerian resident in New Jersey, has been sentenced to 20 years in a US federal prison for masterminding a sophisticated $2 million identity theft and bank fraud operation. Read the full details of the multi-state scheme.

Nigerian Sentenced to 60 Months for $1.3m COVID Fraud

Nosa Edokpaigbe, a Nigerian national, has been sentenced to 60 months in a US federal prison for a $1.4 million COVID-19 relief fraud scheme. He will be deported after serving his term. Read the full details.

Court rejects Nnamdi Kanu's brother, denies prison transfer

A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a motion by IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's brother, Emmanuel, seeking his transfer from Sokoto prison. The judge ruled Emmanuel, not a lawyer, could not move the motion. Read the full details.

Kanu Files Motion for Transfer from Sokoto Prison

IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu requests transfer from Sokoto prison, citing distance from Abuja hinders his appeal. Federal High Court adjourns hearing to December 8. Read the full details.

Alex Otti Meets President Tinubu Over Nnamdi Kanu

Abia State Governor Alex Otti met President Bola Tinubu to discuss securing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu's release, following his visit to Kanu in Sokoto prison. Read the latest developments.

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