Senate approves Tinubu’s request to send Nigerian troops to Benin for peace mission after attempted coup in neighbouring country.

Touray says Nigeria’s swift action in Benin coup attempt should be West Africa’s standard as ECOWAS confronts worsening security threats.

Nigeria and Saudi Arabia seal five year agreement to deepen military training, intelligence sharing and joint operations as both nations work to improve security.

Nasarawa Governor Sule plans a crackdown on illegal miners amid rising insecurity and outlines new regional security funding measures.

PEBEC’s latest report names poorly performing MDAs and states, warning that weak reforms threaten Nigeria’s business environment.

Dangote pledges $700 million fund over ten years to improve education access and develop skilled workforce nationwide.

President Tinubu requests urgent authorisation for Nigerian troops to support peace mission in Benin Republic following a failed coup attempt.

Opeyemi Ademolekun stresses that democracy requires active citizen engagement, urging Nigerians to demand results and accountability from leaders.

Pat Utomi has urged the creation of a “thoughtful guardian class” to guide Nigeria, warning political egos are undermining progress.

NAF says its C-130 wasn’t grounded in Burkina Faso, clarifying it made a precautionary landing due to a technical issue.

Rwanda’s president Kagame has accused his DR Congo counterpart Tshisekedi of undermining their newly signed peace deal by involving outside powers

Twenty-one trafficked children have been rescued in Yagba East after Kogi security operatives intercepted a suspected covert recruitment operation.

Ivory Coast’s Ouattara has begun his fourth term following US backing despite unrest and criticism over the disputed October elections.

Chris Kwaja says public discontent and weak governance continue to fuel instability in West Africa.

Security expert Omole says ECOWAS treaty justifies Tinubu’s swift military intervention to defend democracy in Benin Republic.

Human rights lawyer Ogebe insists attacks across Middle Belt show clear religious targeting, not mere communal clashes.

Presidential adviser Onanuga says security agencies are intensifying efforts to recover about 115 remaining Niger Schoolchildren still in captivity.

FG opens Bodo–Bonny Road temporarily, restricts heavy trucks, Okada and Keke, with 7am–7pm access for safety.

Tinubu hails rescue of 100 abducted Niger pupils, orders security agencies to urgently recover the remaining 115 still in captivity.

Olubadan Ladoja says monarchs face tougher leadership demands than governors due to lack of funding, coercive power, and high public expectations.