Gen Z in Nigeria Supporting Coups Don’t Grasp Military Rule Consequences — Security Expert

Many young Nigerians have shown support for recent coups in Africa, but security consultant Kabiru Adamu warns that such enthusiasm often overlooks the harsh realities of military dictatorship. While Gen Z protesters in countries like Madagascar, Nepal, and Kenya have influenced political change, Adamu cautions that agitation can unintentionally create openings for anti-democratic actors.

Jonathan Demands Immediate Release of Guinea-Bissau Election Results

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has called for the prompt release of the Guinea-Bissau presidential election results, following growing tensions in the country.
This comes after military officers seized “total control” on Wednesday, suspending the electoral process, shutting down national institutions, and closing the country’s borders—just days after presidential and legislative elections were held.

Jonathan urged all stakeholders to respect democratic principles, ensure transparency, and allow the will of the people to prevail.

Tinubu Sets Up National Committee to Drive New Tax Policy Reforms

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC), a major step toward advancing his administration’s landmark tax reforms.
The committee, chaired by Joseph Tegbe, is tasked with coordinating and ensuring the effective rollout of Nigeria’s new tax policies aimed at boosting revenue, improving compliance, and strengthening the nation’s fiscal framework.

AU Suspends Guinea-Bissau After Military Coup Topples President Embalo

The African Union (AU) has suspended Guinea-Bissau from all its activities following the military coup that removed President Umaro Sissoco Embalo from power.

The AU’s action came just hours after the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) also suspended Guinea-Bissau from its decision-making bodies in response to the unconstitutional takeover.

Both regional bodies condemned the coup, stressing the need to restore constitutional order and stability in the West African nation.

Israel’s military has dismissed three generals and punished several other senior officers for failing to prevent Hamas’s October 7, 2023 attack — the deadliest in Israel’s history. The dismissed officers include three divisional commanders, one of whom was acting military intelligence chief. The move follows an internal investigation that found widespread intelligence and organisational failures. While the army is taking action, Prime Minister Netanyahu has resisted forming a state inquiry, despite strong public demand. The October 7 attack killed 1,221 people and led to a two-year war in Gaza, where over 69,000 Palestinians have since been killed according to UN-verified figures.

Guinea-Bissau’s military has taken over the government, appointing General Horta N’Tam as leader for one year after overthrowing President Umaro Sissoco Embalo and suspending election results. Soldiers have shut down media, imposed a curfew, and briefly closed borders. The military claims it acted to stop a plot involving “drug lords” aimed at destabilising the country. Several top officials, including the president and opposition leader Domingos Pereira, have been arrested. ECOWAS, the UN, and Portugal have condemned the coup as the region faces a growing wave of military takeovers.

The Senate has begun amending the Terrorism Act, passing a bill for first reading to classify kidnapping as terrorism punishable by death. Lawmakers also set up an 18-member ad hoc committee, led by Senator Orji Kalu, to investigate the Safe School Initiative amid concerns over misused funds and rising school attacks. This follows recent violent incidents, including mass abductions in Niger and Kebbi states. Meanwhile, President Tinubu has declared a nationwide security emergency, ordering fresh military and police recruitment and authorising NYSC camps to be used as training centres.

Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo has urged the Federal Government to include security training in the NYSC programme to help tackle insecurity. Speaking on Channels TV, he said corps members should be trained to act quickly and improve national vigilance. He called on Nigerians to support President Tinubu’s security measures and suggested adopting Israel’s youth-defense model. Ashimolowo also warned that state police could be abused by powerful individuals. He encouraged unity and collective efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security.

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WATCH: Fully Armed Terrorists Dressed as Soldiers Attend Wedding Fatiha of Top Kingpin in Zamfara As Nigeria’s Security Crisis Deepens

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Nigerian-American Naval Officer Kelechi Ndukwe Makes History Again, Appointed Commodore Of US Navy Destroyer Squadron 60

Nigerian-American naval officer Captain Kelechi Ndukwe has been appointed Commodore of Destroyer Squadron 60 and Task Force 65, based in Rota, Spain. Ndukwe, who earlier became the first Nigerian-American to command a U.S. Navy guided-missile destroyer—the USS Halsey (DDG-97)—was celebrated by U.S. Mission Nigeria as an inspiring figure and symbol of “American Excellence.”
Ndukwe’s 20-year Navy career includes roles aboard the USS Normandy and USS Thorn in Norfolk, command of the USS Devastator in Bahrain, service in the Office of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and leadership of the USS Halsey from 2021. A University of Notre Dame graduate with a master’s from the U.S. Naval War College, he was promoted to Navy Captain in 2024. His new appointment represents the highest point in his distinguished service.

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Government Begins Training For 50 Senators, Rep Members On ‘How To Negotiate With US’ Amid Rising Insecurity

The Nigerian Ministry of Finance has stirred controversy after issuing an official circular inviting 50 lawmakers to a two-day “High-Level Policy Training on American Foreign Policy Under the Trump Administration.” The invitation—addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and signed by Minister of State for Finance Doris Uzoka-Anite—immediately drew public outrage, with critics accusing the government of prioritising foreign-policy workshops over Nigeria’s worsening security crisis.

According to the circular, dated November 17, 2025, the training aims to help lawmakers better navigate U.S. legislative structures and strengthen engagement with members of the U.S. Congress. It urged Akpabio to nominate participants so logistics could be finalised.

The development comes amid escalating terror attacks on schools, churches, and communities nationwide. This week, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, said recent statements by U.S. President Donald Trump had “inadvertently emboldened” extremist groups in Nigeria. Trump had designated Nigeria a “country of particular concern,” threatened military action, and warned he could suspend U.S. assistance if attacks on Christians continued.

Akume argued that terror networks—previously weakened—were now exploiting Trump’s rhetoric to amplify their activities. He insisted Nigeria does not need foreign troops but rather targeted support in intelligence, technology, and equipment. However, ongoing attacks across the North-East, Kaduna, Kwara and Kogi have led critics to say his remarks expose the government’s inability to contain insecurity.

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BREAKING NEWS: Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, is preparing to launch a $1 billion investment project in Zimbabwe.

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Nigeria has a painful way of breaking the spirit of even its most hopeful citizens, turning optimists into pessimists, believers into unbelievers, and patriots into cynics.

This old video of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu in London captures that tragedy perfectly. In it, he speaks passionately about a Nigeria that could work a country of peace, justice, and security. He genuinely wanted a united and prosperous nation.

But the criminals in power would not allow that vision to thrive. They saw unity and truth as threats. When he refused to be silent, they targeted him. His parents, friends, and associates were lost in the struggle; he himself was abducted, vilified, detained perpetually, and now he is undergoing a sham trial under false charges of terrorism.

Yet this very video reveals that Nnamdi Kanu never set out to destroy Nigeria; he wanted to save it. But when it became clear that the ruling elite preferred corruption and division over justice and progress, he chose the dream of a free and prosperous Biafra instead.

Ironically, the same Boko Haram elements he once denounced have now become kings, emperors, and billionaires, while a man who demanded accountability and national security remains in chains.

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