Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an attempted attack by Boko Haram terrorists on the newly resettled community of Delwa in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State. Akelicious gathered that the terrorists launched the attack late Tuesday night from three different directions and also attempted to ambush motorists along the Molai–Delwa road. The source said soldiers of the 7 Division Garrison responded swiftly with superior firepower, forcing the insurgents to withdraw.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) says Nigeria is providing strong regional leadership under President Bola Tinubu. Its spokesman in Lagos, Seye Oladejo, in a statement on Thursday, said the country was playing a stabilising role as West Africa faces political instability, security threats and economic uncertainty. Mr Oladejo said Mr Tinubu’s role in ECOWAS had strengthened diplomatic engagement and promoted stability in the sub-region.

During a Senate screening on December 10, 2025, Emmanuel Adeyemi, a career diplomat and one of 65 ambassadorial nominees, faced intense questioning after failing to name all three senators representing his home state of Ekiti. Adeyemi, who currently serves as Acting Director in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and holds a PhD in International Relations from France, received praise for his extensive diplomatic experience, including postings in Addis Ababa and Hong Kong.

Anti-cultism platform, Naija Confra on Wednesday shared a video of two teenage girls arrested for being in possession of an automatic pump-action shotgun, with Breach No. 0230 in Edo State. It was gathered that the suspects identified as Believe Ehinor (18) and Ofoma Sofia (19), were arrested by operatives of Uromi Division of Edo State Police Command. The female suspects were intercepted and arrested at about 11.30 pm on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised two terrorists in an ambush at Shettimari general area of Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State. Sources told Akelicious that the operation, carried out under Operation Desert Sanity V, was executed by an ambush team in the early hours of Thursday. The source said the troops, intercepted the fighters around their crossing point at about 1:20 a.m.

Governor Malam Umar Namadi today presided over the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a consortium of investors for the large-scale production of alfalfa, under which the Jigawa State Government has committed to providing up to 100,000 hectares of land to support the project, marking one of the largest alfalfa production initiatives in Africa. The MoU was signed following a visit by a high-level delegation led by the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa.

A senior Beninese government official has revealed that Lt Col Pascal Tigri the alleged leader of Sunday’s failed coup attempt is taking refuge in neighbouring Togo, prompting plans for an official extradition request. The official, who spoke to the BBC on condition of anonymity, said Tigri is believed to be in Lomé, in the same district where President Faure Gnassingbé resides.

The United States is preparing major changes to its Visa Waiver Program, proposing that all applicants provide details of their social media activity from the past five years. According to a new notice from the Department of Homeland Security, the update to the Electronic System for Travel Authorization will soon appear in the Federal Register. US Customs and Border Protection said the revised system would make social-media disclosure compulsory rather than optional.

Ten years after the clash between soldiers and members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), Sheikh Ibraheem El-Zakzaky, leader of the group, has said former President Muhammadu Buhari will give account on the day of judgement. The late president was at the helm of affairs when what was supposed to be a minor misunderstanding between soldiers and members of the sect degenerated to a full-blown crisis, which ultimately led to the proscription of IMN.

Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation, has stated that the government has no authority to fix prices for private enterprises, including the aviation sector. Speaking on Arise TV, Keyamo said, “The government has absolutely no power to fix prices for private enterprises, including the aviation industry.” He explained that the recent hike in airfare ticket prices is beyond government control because the aviation industry has been fully deregulated.

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has defended his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party to the Accord Party, describing the move as necessary to safeguard his personal security and the stability of the state. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Adeleke said he did not abandon the PDP, which he still holds in high regard, but chose to prioritise continuity in Osun’s development.

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Nigeria has ordered an immediate dismantling of non-essential static roadblocks and unauthorized checkpoints across key national highways, citing concerns about operational inefficiency and risks posed to both civilians and security personnel. The directive, issued through an internal communication dated December 5 and signed by Brigadier General A. Rabiu “for CDS”, warned that the “Headquarters has observed a growing proliferation of non-essential static roadblocks and checkpoints along several routes within the JOA.”

Former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, says one of the most difficult moments in his eight years in office was the suspension of Twitter, insisting the decision was driven entirely by national interest and not triggered by the deletion of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s tweet. Speaking in an interview on ARISE News on Wednesday to discuss his new book, Headlines and Soundbites: Media Moments That Defined an Administration, Mohammed said:

Former Anambra State governor and immediate past Minister of Labour and Employment, Chris Ngige, has been arrested in Abuja and is currently in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The development was confirmed on Wednesday night in a statement signed by his former media aide, Fred Chukwulobe, and obtained by DAILY POST. Chukwulobe dismissed viral rumours suggesting that Ngige had been k+dnapped.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and several other filling stations have again reduced the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) across Abuja. Akelicious correspondent observed that NNPCL retail outlets in parts of the Federal Capital Territory have adjusted their pump price to N915 per litre, down from N920, reflecting a N5 reduction. Similarly, major marketers including MRS and BOVAS have lowered their prices to N910 per litre, a notable drop from previous highs of N945 per litre.

Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently opened up about his views on faith and spirituality during an interview with Katie Miller. When asked “Who do you look up to the most,” Musk answered: “The Creator.” He was further asked if he believed in God, to which he replied: “Well i believe this universe came from something,” adding that “people have different labels.” His response reflects a philosophical perspective, acknowledging a creative force behind the universe while avoiding alignment with any specific religious doctrine.

Movie producer and actor Stanley Ajemba, widely known as Stanley Ontop, has broken his silence after regaining his freedom — and he’s made it clear he’s not backing down. Stanley, who was arrested and detained by the Delta State Police Command on Tuesday, had been picked up over an alleged defamation case following a petition filed by actress Queeneth Hilbeth.

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday in Abuja said the directive to redeploy police officers working with VIPs, VVIPs and ministers was not negotiable, admonishing all ministers to ensure immediate compliance. Speaking at the opening of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting in the State House Council Chamber, the President warned against non-compliance. "If you have any problem because of the nature of your assignments, please contact the IGP and get my clearance,'' he said.

Suspected Boko Haram gunmen reportedly attacked the residence of ASP Mohammed Modu, Officer-in-Charge of Tattaba Out Station, Bara Division, Gulani Local Government Area, Yobe State, in the early hours of 9 December. Akelicious learnt that at about 0130 hours, the terrorists invaded three houses belonging to the officer, stole his Haojue motorcycle, three bicycles, a Golf 3 motor vehicle, and other personal belongings, before setting the three houses and a Honda Civic vehicle ablaze.

Armed bandits have reportedly attacked two communities in Zamfara State, resulting in fatalities and injuries. In Adabka Village, Bukkuyum Local Government Area, about 43 armed bandits stormed the outskirts at approximately 1130hrs on Tuesday, shooting and killing Alhaji Muhammad Dan Dabara, aged 45, before escaping. The victim’s body was later evacuated to a hospital for autopsy and subsequently released to relatives for burial according to Islamic rites.

President Bola Tinubu has directed ministers and other VIPs who still require security cover for their official assignments to route such requests through the inspector-general of police and obtain his personal clearance. Tinubu, who spoke off-script before the federal executive council (FEC) went into a closed session, asked the minister of interior to work with the IGP and the civil defence corps to replace police officers currently deployed on special duties.

The Nigerian Senate has expressed serious concerns over the withdrawal of Police orderlies attached to senators, worried that the move could expose members to unnecessary danger. Worried about the situation, Deputy President of the Senate , Barau Jibrin disclosed that the leadership of the Senate held an emergency meeting on the issue on Tuesday, with the hope of positive feedback as it seeks to secure…

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his supporters have released a new song pledging support for President Bola Tinubu, just hours after the governor’s formal defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The song, circulated across social platforms, signals Fubara’s public alignment with the ruling party as political activities intensify in the state.

Aviation expert and philanthropist, Captain Evarest Nnaji (Odengene), has been conferred with an honorary doctorate degree by Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to education, philanthropy, and community development. The university bestowed the recognition during its 13th Convocation Ceremony on Saturday, December 6, 2025, celebrating Nnaji’s exceptional impact on education, philanthropy and community empowerment. In a glowing citation, the institution praised Captain Nnaji’s “life of hard work, sacrifice, unwavering commitment to human development and support for academic excellence.” The university noted that he had “transformed destinies through benevolence, granting scholarships to hundreds of indigent students from secondary to university level and intervening in hospital bills of indigent patients across many hospitals.”

A Nigerian lady has sparked heavy conversation online after narrating the story of a man who found out—only two days after landing in Nigeria—that the child he had been caring for was not his. She explained that when she first spoke about alleged infidelity issues among married women in Ago Palace Way, many women attacked her online. But several men also reached out, saying they had gone through similar situations.