Benin Failed Coup Is a Warning to Tinubu to Address Nigeria’s Hardship — Yoruba Union The Yoruba Union Ìgbìnmó Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá has warned President Bola Tinubu that the failed coup in the Republic of Benin should serve as a serious wake-up call for Nigeria’s leadership. The group says widespread corruption, insecurity, poverty, collapsing healthcare, and decaying infrastructure have left Nigerians disillusioned with democracy. They caution that continued neglect and suppression of citizens’ rights could push the public toward supporting undemocratic alternatives. The Union urged the government to urgently restore accountability, improve living conditions, and address rising social inequalities to prevent instability in Nigeria.

Explosions Rock Tignon Barracks as Benin Coup Plotters Attempt Escape After Failed Takeover Heavy explosions and gunfire erupted at Tignon Barracks near Cotonou as soldiers involved in Benin Republic’s failed coup attempt allegedly barricaded themselves inside the facility while trying to evade arrest. Led by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri, the mutineers briefly seized national television at dawn, announcing the suspension of the constitution before loyalist forces regained control. Reports indicate that several plotters shed their uniforms and fled in civilian clothes, while Tigri’s whereabouts remain unknown. Witnesses also observed unidentified aircraft arriving from Nigeria and Ivory Coast. ECOWAS and the African Union have condemned the attempted coup, as uncertainty and heightened security continue across Cotonou.

Nigeria Withdraws Fighter Jets as order is restored in Benin Republic After Failed Coup Nigeria has recalled the fighter aircraft deployed to Benin Republic after authorities confirmed that Sunday’s abrupt coup attempt had been contained and the situation stabilised. The jets, sent from Lagos for aerial surveillance, were ordered back after intelligence showed that loyalist forces had regained control of Cotonou and that Nigeria faced no immediate security risk. Security analyst Zagazola Makama reported on X that the attempted takeover of President Patrice Talon’s government was swiftly foiled. The crisis began when mutineers attacked the president’s residence in the early hours. Their assault was repelled, prompting them to storm the national broadcaster, ORTB, where they attempted to seize the state signal. Benin’s security forces responded rapidly. National Guard units surrounded the ORTB headquarters and cut off escape routes as they moved to isolate the rebels. “The situation is under control. The National Guard has everything surrounded,” a senior security official said. Local media, including 24 Hours in Benin, reported that some mutineers were still barricaded inside the TV station on Sunday evening, with negotiations underway for a peaceful surrender. Interior Minister Alassane Seidou confirmed that the coup attempt had been thwarted after soldiers briefly appeared on state TV claiming to remove President Talon, close borders, and suspend political parties. The presidency also reassured the public that Talon was safe, saying the regular army was steadily restoring order. The coup plotters, identifying as the Military Committee for Refoundation and reportedly led by Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri, had declared him “chairman of the military re-establishment committee” during their brief broadcast. West Africa continues to see a troubling rise in coups, raising fresh concerns about the region’s democratic stability.

Nigeria’s Waning Influence Blamed for Rising Coups in West Africa — Activist Nwapa Human rights advocate Francis Nwapa has linked the recent military coup in Benin Republic to Nigeria’s declining leadership role and governance failures in West Africa. Responding to reports that soldiers led by Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri tried to remove President Patrice Talon and seized national institutions, Nwapa argued that Nigeria’s inability to provide strong democratic leadership, economic stability, and respect for human rights has weakened its regional credibility. Nwapa said Nigeria once shaped stability across Africa but has now lost the moral authority needed to discourage military takeovers. He noted that frustrations with Nigeria’s economic decline, especially the weakened naira, are felt across neighbouring countries, citing interactions with traders from Togo and Benin during his 2025 visit to Ghana. The activist warned that unless Nigeria’s political elites urgently improve governance, the region could face more instability and internal unrest.

Nigeria Recalls Fighter Jet as Benin Regains Stability After Failed Coup Attempt Nigeria has withdrawn the fighter jet it deployed to the Benin Republic after authorities confirmed that the attempted coup against President Patrice Talon had been foiled and stability restored. The aircraft, initially sent from Lagos for surveillance and regional security monitoring, was ordered back following intelligence updates that loyalist forces had regained full control of Cotonou. The coup attempt began early Sunday when mutineers attacked the presidential residence before seizing the national TV station, ORTB, in an effort to broadcast their takeover. Benin’s National Guard swiftly surrounded the rebels, securing key installations and confirming President Talon’s safety. Although some mutineers reportedly barricaded themselves inside the ORTB compound, negotiations were ongoing as order gradually returned. Authorities identified Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri as the leader of the failed putsch.

Benin Republic Confirms Failed Coup as Army Restores Order, President Talon Safe Benin’s Interior Minister, Alassane Seidou, has announced that an attempted coup has been foiled after a small group of soldiers briefly seized the national television station and declared President Patrice Talon removed from office. The coup plotters, led by Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri under the name “Military Committee for Refoundation,” also attacked the president’s residence in Le Guézo before loyalist forces regained control. The presidency confirmed that President Talon is unharmed and that the military has secured the capital. The incident adds to West Africa's growing wave of coups, coming less than a year after two of Talon’s close associates were jailed for a separate coup plot involving bribery of the presidential guard commander.

BREAKING: President Talon Safe as Benin Army Recaptures Key Sites After Attempted Coup Benin Republic has confirmed that President Patrice Talon is safe after an attempted coup led by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri and officers calling themselves the “Military Committee for Refoundation.” The coup plotters briefly seized the national television station and attacked Talon’s residence in Le Guézo, where Tigri declared himself leader. According to the presidency, loyalist forces are now restoring control, dismissing the coup attempt as the action of a small faction with limited influence. The incident comes amid a surge of military takeovers across West Africa, including recent coups or attempts in Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, highlighting deepening regional instability and democratic fragility.

BREAKING: Military Launches Coup in Benin Republic, Attacks President Talon’s Residence and Seizes National TV A coup attempt is underway in Benin Republic as soldiers led by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri attacked President Patrice Talon’s residence in Cotonou early Sunday morning. Tigri has appeared on national television—now reportedly under military control—declaring himself chairman of a “military re-establishment committee.” The situation in the capital remains tense, with heavy troop movements reported at strategic locations. President Talon and his government have not yet issued any official statement. This uprising adds to the growing wave of coups destabilizing West Africa, following similar military takeovers or attempts in Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger in recent years, deepening concerns over democratic backsliding across the region.

NAFDAC Raises Alarm Over Surge of Smuggled Prohibited Food Products in Nigerian Markets NAFDAC has issued a public warning about the increasing circulation of prohibited food products—including pasta, noodles, sugar, and tomato paste—illegally smuggled into Nigerian markets. The agency says these items, listed on the Customs Prohibition List, bypass mandatory safety checks and pose serious health risks. NAFDAC has ordered importers, supermarkets, and traders to immediately stop the sale and distribution of such products or face seizures, licence revocations, and prosecution. The agency also called for coordinated action with Customs, Immigration, SON, NPA, NIMASA, NAQS, and other regulators to prevent further influx of unsafe items. NAFDAC reaffirmed its commitment to protecting consumers and enforcing food safety regulations nationwide.

US Supreme Court to Hear Trump’s Appeal on Ending Birthright Citizenship in Landmark Immigration Case The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear President Donald Trump’s appeal seeking to reinstate his executive order that redefines birthright citizenship by excluding children born in the U.S. to undocumented or temporary-status parents. The order, signed on January 20 during Trump’s second term, has been blocked nationwide after a federal judge ruled it would cause “irreparable harm” and abruptly reverse long-standing citizenship policy. The case now positions the Supreme Court to determine both the legality of the order and the extent of presidential authority over citizenship. Arguments will take place in the spring, with a ruling expected by early summer. The decision could become one of the most consequential immigration rulings in decades.

A Nigerian user has joked about the “December migration pattern,” claiming Akure ladies allegedly head for Lagos while Lagos ladies allegedly move to Abuja once the festive season starts — humorously calling it “shifting cultivation.” 😂 #DettyDecember #DecemberMigration #NaijaHumour #Instablog9jaVibes

US Cuts Work Permit Validity for Non-Citizens From 5 Years to 18 Months Over Security Concerns The United States has reduced the validity period of employment authorization for non-citizens from five years to 18 months as part of a new security-focused immigration policy. USCIS says shorter renewals will enable more frequent background checks to detect fraud and security threats. The move follows a recent attack in Washington and comes amid a broader suspension of immigration processing for 19 countries under the Trump administration, raising concerns about prolonged uncertainty for thousands of applicants.

World news: The US government has paused all immigration applications from 19 countries and canceled citizenship ceremonies across the US, citing national security and public safety concerns.

Peter Mbah Presents Record N1.62 Trillion ‘Budget of Renewed Momentum’ to Accelerate Enugu’s Transformation Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah has unveiled a landmark N1.62 trillion budget for 2026, marking a 66.5% increase from the revised 2025 budget. Tagged the “Budget of Renewed Momentum,” it allocates 80% (N1.29 trillion) to capital projects and 20% (N321 billion) to recurrent spending. The economic sector receives the largest share—N825.9 billion (51%)—to fund major infrastructure projects, including 1,200 urban roads, rural road networks, completion of key dual carriageways, expansion of Enugu Air’s fleet to 20 aircraft, and new transport terminals. The social sector gets N644.7 billion, with education taking 32.27%, supporting Smart Secondary Schools, TVET colleges, and expansion of the state’s Smart Green Schools initiative. The budget will be funded through N870 billion IGR, N387 billion federal allocation, and N329 billion capital receipts. Mbah praised President Tinubu’s economic reforms for boosting Enugu’s revenue, noting that IGR is expected to exceed N400 billion, the highest in the state’s history, while FAAC allocation surpassed projections by over 50%. He also earmarked funds for gratuity payments, security surveillance expansion, healthcare, and ongoing city development projects. #PeterMbah #EnuguState #EnuguBudget2026 #BudgetOfRenewedMomentum #NigeriaEconomy #InfrastructureDevelopment #SmartSchools #EnuguAir #TinubuReforms #IGR #FAAC #GideonArinze #BreakingNews #NigeriaPolitics

Yoruba Union Slams Tinubu Over Omokri, Fani-Kayode Nominations, Says They Lack Moral Credibility The Yoruba socio-cultural group Ìgbìnmó Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá has condemned President Bola Tinubu for reportedly nominating Reno Omokri for an ambassadorial role and elevating Femi Fani-Kayode despite their past allegations against him. The group says rewarding individuals who once accused the president of drug-related offences undermines Nigeria’s integrity and sends a dangerous message about public office standards. #TinubuAdministration #RenoOmokri #YorubaUnion

NEW: Somali immigrant & Minneapolis council member Jamal Osman says Trump is "racist, xenophobic, and Islamophobic" before speaking in Somali so Minnesota residents could understand.

JUST IN: The Minneapolis police chief is demanding Somalians and residents CALL 911 on ICE if they start arresting 3rd world migrants with a mask on, and accuse them of "KIDNAPPING" Unbelievable!

CDCFIB Postpones Opening of Recruitment Screening Portal for 2025 Paramilitary Intake The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced the postponement of the opening of its recruitment portal for shortlisted candidates scheduled for physical screening and document verification. The portal, initially set to open from December 1 to 3, 2025, will now open at a later date yet to be announced. In a statement signed by Secretary Maj. Gen. (Rtd) A.M. Jibril and shared on X, the board advised applicants to monitor the official portal — recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng — for further updates. The CDCFIB apologized for the inconvenience and assured that new information will be provided via official channels. The physical verification remains an essential phase of recruitment for the NIS, NCoS, FFS, and NSCDC, where candidates’ identities, documents, and fitness will be assessed before final selection.

🚨BREAKING: The Senate is now weighing IMPEACHMENT proceedings against far-Left activist judge James Boasberg — THIS WEEK — after he refused to testify. About time. If a federal judge thinks he’s above oversight, that’s a problem. If he refuses to answer for rulings that have reshaped national security and immigration policy, that’s an even bigger problem. These rogue judges can’t be allowed to sabotage the country from the bench. From Fox News: • Boasberg and Judge Deborah Boardman refused to testify at a Senate hearing titled “Impeachment: Holding Rogue Judges Accountable.” • Boasberg has sparked a firestorm with rulings that repeatedly handcuffed the Trump administration — including blocking the use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans. • Lawmakers are also questioning his apparent role in “Arctic Frost,” the FBI program that allegedly tracked communications of multiple Republican members of Congress. • Boardman is also in the spotlight for blocking reforms to birthright citizenship. The Senate’s next move could reshape the entire judiciary. And for the first time in a long time, activist judges might finally be held accountable.

🇺🇸WELCOME TO AMERICA, NOW PLEASE DON’T KILL ANYONE There was a time when immigration policy was about balancing compassion with caution. Now, it's a twisted game of roulette where we’re told to welcome everyone, no questions asked - and hope nobody ends up dead. Spoiler: that hope just ran out. This week, two National Guard troops were shot in Washington, D.C. One of them died. The shooter? An Afghan refugee brought here under the Biden administration’s Operation Allies Welcome program. You’d think someone would be asking how a supposed “ally” turned into a killer with a gun in the heart of the capital. But instead, the media is too busy debating whether it's racist to ask questions at all. And if that weren’t enough, just days later, another Afghan - also brought in under the same rushed refugee initiative - was arrested in Texas for planning a terrorist attack. Guess what that means? We’re importing threats faster than we can detect them. But don’t worry, the mainstream media assures us this is all just fearmongering. They’ll spend more airtime handwringing over the tone of the conversation than over the bullet wounds. Because the real crime, according to them, is not that Americans are being attacked - it's that someone dared to suggest border security might be a good idea. This isn’t about painting all immigrants with the same brush. It’s about the absolute clown show masquerading as an immigration system. Vetting? Minimal. Follow-up? Spotty. Background checks? Apparently optional if your sob story sounds good enough. And the result is painfully predictable: dead Americans and chaotic streets. Under Biden, the southern border was wide open, the vetting of evacuees from conflict zones was a mess, and asking basic questions about who gets in counted as a hate crime in polite society. You couldn't even suggest a pause or stricter screening without being labeled a xenophobe by blue-check experts who wouldn’t last five minutes without a security detail. Your tax dollars flew these people here. Your laws were being ignored to protect political optics. And your neighbors, guardsmen, and kids are the ones paying the ultimate price when something goes horribly, tragically wrong. Call it racist, call it mean, call it whatever makes you feel good. But at the end of the day, Americans are dying because someone decided that feelings matter more than facts. And if that doesn't outrage you, you’re either not paying attention or you’re too busy posting about “tolerance” from a gated community.