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Breaking Nigeria news and analysis — politics, the economy, security and business across Abuja, Lagos and the 36 states, from West Africa News Agency.

West African Diaspora

Advocacy for Freedom of Christians in Nigeria: Nicki Minaj’s Stand Against Religious Persecution

By Kabir Isa

Nicki Minaj, the renowned rapper, has raised awareness about religious persecution in Nigeria, particularly focusing on the plight of Christians. Her advocacy aligns with the U.S. Government's concerns about Christian genocide in Nigeria, emphasizing the urgent need to protect and support Nigerian Christians amidst escalating violence. By calling for the freedom of Christians in Nigeria, Minaj's powerful message underscores the importance of unity and human rights in the face of increasing insecurity and attacks on religious communities.

Business & Economy

Market Analysis: NSE Slump Sees N34bn Evaporate in Single Session – Decoding the Bearish Signals

By Kabir Isa

The Nigerian equities market experienced a significant downturn, erasing N34 billion in investor wealth as bearish sentiment prevailed. Key decliners like Chams Plc and UAC Nigeria drove the losses, overshadowing gains from stocks such as Japaul Gold. The negative market breadth, with more declining than advancing stocks, signals persistent caution among investors. This daily snapshot underscores the market's volatility and the concentrated impact of major stock movements on overall capital.

Defense and Security

Security: Makinde vows to make Oyo uncomfortable for criminals

By Kabir Isa

Oyo State is implementing an integrated security strategy that uniquely incorporates non-state actors and local government-led voluntary policing into its official architecture. This approach combines traditional military and police patrols with community-level initiatives to proactively secure key areas, including vulnerable border forests. The government's commitment is to create a hostile environment for criminals through sustained collaboration across all societal sectors, ensuring comprehensive territorial control. This model presents a practical blueprint for regional security that leverages local partnerships to enhance state capacity.

Sports & Entertainment

Affordable films, grassroots cinema key to ending piracy – Film entrepreneur

By Kabir Isa

To combat piracy and unlock Nollywood's vast potential, industry leaders must abandon the current elitist, Hollywood-derived cinema model that prices out the masses. The sustainable solution is a grassroots, community-focused ecosystem built on affordable ticket pricing (e.g., ~N1,000), low-budget productions, and smaller-scale "cottage cinemas." This people-driven approach prioritizes mass consumption and job creation, proving that high-impact films can empower local talent while achieving commercial viability through volume.

Defense and Security

COAS hails troops for swift role in safeguarding Benin’s democracy

By Kabir Isa

The Nigerian Army's 81 Division is commended for its rapid, effective mobilization to help thwart a recent coup attempt in the Republic of Benin, demonstrating its regional role in stabilizing West African democracy. The Army Chief highlights improved discipline and pledges sustained focus on soldier welfare, including housing and education, as foundational to operational readiness. This is reinforced by new infrastructure projects developed through corporate partnerships, signaling a model of military-civilian collaboration for institutional support. The address underscores that internal discipline, coupled with external stakeholder investment

Sports & Entertainment

Volleyball: Stakeholders call for more sponsorship for CGC Volleyball Premier League

By Kabir Isa

Stakeholders are urgently calling for expanded corporate sponsorship to secure the future of Nigeria's CGC Volleyball Premier League, citing that current funding is insufficient for its growth and sustainability. Coaches commend the league's consistent organizational improvements and its proven role in boosting national team performance, as evidenced by recent international success. However, they argue that increased investment is critical to enhance the league's structure, competitiveness, and overall experience for all teams. Ultimately, securing more sponsors is presented as the decisive factor for transforming

Business & Economy

Beyond the Headlines: A Critical Analysis of Nigeria’s Economic Indicators Under Tinubu’s First 30 Months

By Kabir Isa

Based on a social commentator's analysis, the Tinubu administration is credited with achieving Nigeria's fastest modern economic turnaround within 30 months, marked by record foreign reserves and consecutive GDP growth. Key successes include a dramatic energy sector shift from being Africa's largest petrol importer to West Africa's largest exporter, alongside a 16-year low in oil theft and sustained crude output exceeding OPEC quotas. This momentum is reflected in robust government revenues, a booming stock market, and a significant expansion of the nominal GDP

Social Impact & Development

Groups seek Govt’s policies to address underrepresented disability clusters

By Kabir Isa

By Angela Atabo Two groups of persons with disabilities on Monday renewed calls for stronger government action and better coordination to support underrepresented disability clusters. Inclusive Friends Association (IFA) and National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) made the call during a Political Economy and Gender Analysis of Underrepresented GroupsContinue Reading