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- 1Shettima urges permanent African seat on UN Security CouncilโShettima calls for permanent African representation on the UN Security Council โ Premium Times Nigeria
Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for permanent African representation on the United Nations Security Council, arguing the continent deserves a standing voice in the body that decides on global peace and security. Africa currently holds only non-permanent, rotating seats despite being frequently affected by Council decisions. The demand renews a long-running reform push backed by many African governments.
- 2What #EndSARS left behind in Nigeria's young generationโWhat #EndSARS left behind in Nigeria: A generation caught between protest, politics, and departure
Five years after the #EndSARS protests against police brutality, Nigeria's young activists are described as a generation caught between continued political engagement and growing plans to leave the country. The movement, which peaked in October 2020 with mass demonstrations and the Lekki tollgate shootings, has faded as organised protest, but its legacy shapes debates about governance, youth disillusionment, and emigration driven by economic hardship and insecurity.
- 3Nigerian Pastor Cited by Trump Buries Members Amid KillingsโผNigerian Pastor Referenced by Trump Buries Members Amid Ongoing Killings
A Nigerian pastor who was publicly referenced by Donald Trump has buried members of his congregation as killings continue in the region. The deaths add to ongoing violence affecting Christian communities in Nigeria, which has drawn international attention and criticism over the government's handling of the security crisis.
- 4Tombo people demand action over persistent terror killings in BenueโผTerror attacks: Tombo people demand urgent action as killings persist in Benue
The Tombo community in Benue State, Nigeria, has called for urgent government intervention as terrorist attacks and killings continue in their area. The appeal, reported by Vanguard News, underscores growing frustration among local residents over persistent insecurity in the state, which has suffered repeated attacks on rural communities.
- 5Nigeria Seeks More Funding to Complete Border DemarcationโNigeria Seeks More Funding to Complete Border Demarcation and Unlock Borderland Development
The Nigerian government is seeking additional funding to complete the demarcation of its borders, a step officials say is needed to unlock development in borderland communities. The effort would clarify boundary lines with neighbouring countries and is framed as a precondition for infrastructure, trade and investment in neglected border areas. Details on funding sources, timelines and which border sections remain unmarked have not been disclosed.
- 6Building Demolitions Halted Amid Superhighway Alignment ReviewโBuilding Demolitions Halted as Government Reviews Calabar-Abuja Superhighway Alignment
The Nigerian government has paused demolitions of buildings affected by the proposed Calabar-Abuja Superhighway while it reviews the road's alignment. Property owners facing demolition had raised concerns over the project's route. The halt offers temporary relief to affected residents and developers, though the outcome of the alignment review will determine whether the properties remain at risk.