The highly anticipated Night of Bliss with Pastor Chris, hosted by LoveWorld Incorporated (Christ Embassy), is set for Friday, November 21, 2025. This powerful all-night crusade will take place simultaneously in 10 major Nigerian cities: Lagos, Eket, Calabar, Kano, Port Harcourt, Bayelsa, Benin, Benue, Taraba, and Kogi.
From 6 PM until dawn, participants will experience an unforgettable night of worship, prayer, and spiritual transformation, with prayers offered for individuals, families, and the nation.
The Night of Bliss is an annual global event led by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, attracting thousands of believers across Nigeria and beyond. It is a unique gathering that blends passionate worship, fervent prayers, dynamic preaching, and impactful altar calls.
The event focuses on deepening spiritual understanding, demonstrating the believer’s authority over challenges, and revealing God’s purpose through Jesus Christ.
Attendees come expecting life-changing encounters, supernatural healing, and renewed faith, making it a truly extraordinary spiritual experience.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the redeployment of 16 serving permanent secretaries in a significant reshuffle aimed at strengthening efficiency, coordination and service delivery across the Federal Civil Service.
The announcement was contained in a circular dated 19 November 2025 and issued by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HoCSF), Dr. Didi Esther Walson-Jack. The redeployment takes immediate effect, while all handover and takeover activities must be concluded on or before 26 November 2025.
According to the circular, the President’s approval aligns with ongoing reforms to reposition the civil service for improved institutional capacity and optimal performance across ministries, departments and agencies.
The affected permanent secretaries and their new postings are • Engr. Funsho Adebiyi: Works → Transportation
Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana: Aviation & Aerospace Development → General Services Office (OSGF)
Dr. Yakubu Adam Kofarmata: Humanitarian Affairs & Poverty Reduction → Aviation & Aerospace Development
Mr. Richard Pheelamilo Pheelangwa: Water Resources & Sanitation → Defence
Mr. Raymond Omenka Omachi: Finance (Special Duties) → Finance (to understudy Mrs. Lydia Shehu Jafiya)
Dr. Deborah Oyindamola Odoh: Service Policies & Strategies Office → Budget & Economic Planning
Mr. Olubunmi Olusanya: Youth Development → Humanitarian Affairs & Poverty Reduction
Dr. Emeka Vitalis Obi: Petroleum Resources → Federal Civil Service Commission
Mrs. Fatima Sugra Tabi’a Mahmood: Career Management Office → Marine & Blue Economy (to understudy Mr. Olufemi Michael Oloruntola)
Dr. Emanso Okop Umobong: Cabinet Affairs Office → Water Resources & Sanitation
Dr. Maryam Ismaila Keshinro: Women Affairs → Youth Development
Mr. Ndiomu Philip Ebiogeh: Federal Civil Service Commission → Innovation, Science & Technology
Engr. Nadungu Gagara: Economic & Political Affairs (OSGF) → Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy
Mrs. Oyekunle Patience Nwakuso: Service Welfare Office → Petroleum Resources
Mr. Adeladan Rafiu Olarinre: Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy → Works
The Presidency said the reshuffle reflects Tinubu’s commitment to a more dynamic and results-oriented civil service, consistent with the administration’s governance and development priorities under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
In a marathon hearing on Thursday, Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, sentenced the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, to life imprisonment after convicting him on seven counts arising from terrorism-related charges brought by the Federal Government.
The hearing, which began at 9:00 a.m., ran for more than seven hours and ended at about 4:30 p.m. Kanu was removed from the courtroom after repeatedly interrupting proceedings; the judge continued and delivered judgment in his absence.
What Led To Nnamdi Kanu’s Sentence
The prosecution’s case, assembled over a decade, relied largely on Kanu’s public addresses, radio broadcasts on Radio Biafra and directives alleged to have provoked unrest across the South-East. The charges, filed from 2015, include secessionist agitation aimed at disintegrating parts of the country, engaging in acts of terrorism, belonging to a proscribed organisation, killing security operatives, burning and destroying public property, concealment, and importing an unregistered radio transmitter.
Evidence tendered at trial included recorded broadcasts in which Kanu reportedly described Nigeria as a “zoo,” stated that “the Army of Nigeria will die,” and asserted that “everything called Nigeria will perish in Biafra.” The court also relied on broadcasts ordering sit-at-home directives across the South-East, which the judge said caused shutdowns of economic activity, prevented people from going to church and farms, and contributed to violent incidents, including the killing of APC chieftain Ahmed Gulak.
Additional counts concerned Kanu’s leadership role in IPOB after the group was proscribed, and the unlawful importation of a radio transmitter used to operate Radio Biafra. The prosecution closed its case on June 19, 2025. The trial record shows repeated delays, adjournments and change of legal representation; the judge noted that Kanu disengaged senior counsel, disrupted proceedings and ultimately declined to open his defence after the prosecution rested.
The Ruling/Verdict Of Judge Omotosho
Justice Omotosho found Kanu guilty on all seven counts and imposed different sentences for each. He sentenced him to life imprisonment on counts 1,2,4,5 and 6, while count 3, which involved belonging to a proscribed terrorist group, carried a 20-year sentence.
For count 7, which dealt with the unlawful importation of an unregistered radio transmitter, the judge imposed a five-year sentence. All the sentences are to run concurrently.
Key quotes from Justice Omotosho recorded in the judgment:
“A person who is found guilty of the offence will get a maximum of a death sentence. The death penalty is increasingly frowned upon by the international community. Consequently, and in the interest of justice, I hereby sentence the convict, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, to life imprisonment on counts 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6 instead of the death penalty.”
“If a defendant misconducts himself or acts in an unruly manner during the course of his trial, his trial can be conducted in his absence.”
“The defendant enforced the order of Sit-at-home in the South-East, saying there will be a complete shutdown of Biafraland; Saying I know some of you are foolish, trying to open your shop around 12 noon. If you do that, we will burn you in that shop.”
“This is an unconstitutional act that is subversive, a notorious act where people in the South-East are made to sit at home, everywhere is deserted, even the farmlands.”
-“I read the entire file from the time the matter first started in 2015. He has caused delays… However, this court will not consider that, as God himself is merciful. This court is only being merciful to him as enjoined by our Lord Jesus Christ… The Lord is merciful, the court will follow the admonishments of the Lord Jesus Christ and show mercy.”
-“I have no hesitation in concluding that the tendency for violence has not left the convict… placing him in Kuje Correctional Centre may not be appropriate.”
The judge also ordered that Kanu be kept in protective custody in a facility other than Kuje Correctional Centre and that he be denied access to any digital device. The transmitter seized by authorities was ordered forfeited to the Federal Government.
Why Nnamdi Kanu Was Sentenced To Life Imprisonment
The court concluded that Kanu’s broadcasts and directives constituted acts of terrorism under Nigerian law because they allegedly incited violence, threatened the existence of the state and produced tangible harmful outcomes.
Justice Omotosho highlighted statements where Kanu threatened violence, enforced sit-at-home orders that shut down commerce and farming activities, and allegedly contributed to deaths and destruction of property. While some offences attract a maximum penalty of death, the judge said he exercised mercy and imposed life sentences on the principal counts.
Reactions From Nigerians
The verdict generated intense public reaction, particularly on social media.
Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer says he feels deeply sad, calling it a dark day for Nigeria’s judiciary, as it’s the first time he’s seen someone convicted just for words they spoke.
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Life imprisonment for Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, but we have repentant Boko Haram and bandits roaming the streets of Nigeria. I best believe that if this man wasn't an Igbo man, his judgement would have been so different. Let's keep pretending that we still have our ONE NIGERIA.
Sentence Mazi Nnamdi Kalu to life imprisonment, then negotiate with actual terrorist bandits and rehabilitate and reintegrate repentant Boko Haram into the society.
@obande101 It’s shameful that the Nigeria government gives selective judgment just to divert attention from the real security issues arising like the sentencing of Mazi Nnamdi kanu while the real terrorist that goes gun blazing, killing and kidnapping people are left free in the north. https://x.com/obande101/status/1991780957075202558?s=20
What Next?
Kanu’s consultant, Aloy Ejimakor, said his team will immediately appeal, beginning at the Court of Appeal and, if necessary, proceeding to the Supreme Court. South-East leaders, represented by Deputy Speaker Ben Kalu, have signalled a push for a political solution, urging calm and stating “all hope is not lost” as they intensify calls for presidential intervention.
The case is expected to move quickly into the appellate track while political and regional responses continue.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to life imprisonment.
Justice James Omotosho delivered the ruling, imposing life sentences on counts one, two, four, five, and six, choosing life imprisonment over the death penalty. On count three, the court issued a 20-year prison term without an option of fine, and an additional five-year sentence without an option of fine on count seven.
The judgment followed Kanu’s conviction on all seven terrorism-related charges brought before the court.
International Men’s Day 2025 is a perfect chance to pause and appreciate the men and boys who make our everyday lives better. In a world that moves fast and demands a lot, this year’s theme, “Celebrating Men and Boys,” reminds us to slow down and acknowledge the value they bring to families, communities, and society.
This isn’t about perfection. It’s about real-life men and boys, doing their best, learning, growing, and showing up.
The Everyday Men Who Keep Things Going
You don’t have to look far to see the contributions of men. Some are loud and noticeable, but many are quiet and consistent. They fix problems, offer support, give advice, and try their best even when no one is clapping for them.
These are the men who:
Work hard for stability
Stand by friends and family
Try to lead with sense and calmness
Look out for the people they care about
Carry responsibilities even when life gets demanding
International Men’s Day is a good reminder that these everyday efforts matter.
Raising Boys in a Changing World
Today’s boys are growing up in a world that expects a lot from them — confidence, strength, leadership, independence. But what they truly need is guidance, patience, and space to grow into themselves.
This day encourages us to support boys by:
Letting them express their emotions
Teaching them empathy and responsibility
Praising effort, not just achievement
Giving them room to make mistakes
Encouraging them to dream without limits
Boys who feel supported grow into men who feel secure.
Men’s Mental Wellbeing Matters, Too
Men are often expected to “be strong” no matter what. But strength shouldn’t mean silence. Many men face pressure from work, family expectations, financial stress, and personal struggles. International Men’s Day is a chance to remind them that they don’t have to carry everything alone.
Taking care of mental health is not a sign of weakness — it’s an essential part of living well. When men feel mentally supported, they are better partners, fathers, leaders, and friends.
Celebrating the Way Men Show Care
Men may not always express care with long conversations, but their actions speak loudly. It could be fixing something, offering solutions, giving rides, checking in quietly, cracking a joke to ease tension, or simply being present.
These everyday gestures deserve appreciation because they often hold families and relationships together more than we realise.
Recognizing Their Impact on Society
Men contribute to every part of society, from the homes they lead to the industries they build. They innovate, teach, protect, create, mentor, and support. Their impact shows up in the stability of homes, the progress of communities, and the development of nations.
Celebrating International Men’s Day is also a reminder that when men and boys thrive, society becomes stronger and healthier.
A Day to Appreciate, Support, and Celebrate
International Men’s Day 2025 is about acknowledgment, balance, and encouragement. It invites us to appreciate the good men around us, guide the boys growing into adulthood, and create a world where they can feel valued, understood, and supported.
So today, whether it’s your father, husband, brother, son, friend, colleague, or mentor, take a moment to say: We see you. We appreciate you. We celebrate you.
President Bola Tinubu has instructed Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel to Kebbi State today (Wednesday) on a solidarity visit following the abduction of schoolgirls from a boarding school in Maga.
According to the Presidency, the visit aims to deliver the Federal Government’s sympathy to the state, reassure worried parents and guardians, and reaffirm the administration’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the safe and speedy return of the kidnapped students.
The President has also sent his condolences to the Nigerian military over the death of brave soldiers, including Brigadier-General Musa Uba, who lost their lives while battling insurgents in Borno State.
He described their deaths as a painful reminder of the courage and dedication required to defend the nation.
Tinubu, who was briefed by military authorities on both tragic incidents, expressed deep sadness that the abduction occurred despite intelligence reports warning of a possible bandit attack in the area.
He praised Governor Mohammed Nasir Idris for his proactive efforts to prevent the kidnapping and called for stronger cooperation between state officials and security agencies.
Condemning the security lapse that allowed the abduction, the President said the attack was not only an assault on the affected community but also a direct setback to the nation’s efforts to guarantee safe and uninterrupted education for all Nigerian children.
He said the incident highlights the need for stronger community vigilance and better intelligence-sharing between residents and security personnel, especially in areas facing ongoing threats from criminal gangs.
President Tinubu stressed that security agencies cannot function effectively without the active support of citizens.
He urged community leaders, traditional rulers, local vigilante groups, and residents to provide timely and credible information that could help track down the perpetrators and prevent future incidents.
“As Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, I am deeply pained by the tragic deaths of our soldiers and officers while performing their sacred duty. May God comfort the families of Brigadier-General Musa Uba and our other fallen heroes, and may their courage continue to inspire the nation,” the President said.
He added that the abduction of innocent schoolgirls was especially troubling, noting that no society can allow criminals driven by greed and cruelty to disrupt children’s education.
“I am equally distressed that heartless terrorists have disrupted the education of innocent schoolgirls. I have directed our security agencies to mobilise all necessary resources to ensure the girls are safely returned to Kebbi State without delay,” Tinubu stated.
The President reaffirmed that his administration remains determined to restore peace to all troubled parts of the country.
He assured Nigerians that the ongoing security reforms — from increased recruitment to better equipment and technology — are designed to strengthen the nation’s ability to tackle insurgency, banditry, and other emerging threats.
“Our security forces cannot succeed in protecting us if the people do not cooperate and share information that will help them make our communities safe. I urge community leaders and compatriots, especially those in the theatres of operation, to share useful information. Your cooperation is crucial to overcoming these security challenges,” he said.
Vice President Shettima is expected to meet with state officials, families of the abducted girls, traditional rulers, and security commanders during his visit.
Thousands of young doctors in Tunisia staged a nationwide strike on Wednesday, demanding better pay and warning that the country’s health system is edging toward collapse. The walkout comes amid growing social unrest fuelled by economic hardship and declining public services, posing one of the most significant challenges to President Kais Saied since he assumed sweeping powers in 2021.
At a protest rally in Tunis, young medical professionals wearing white coats gathered near parliament, carrying signs that read “Dignity for doctors” and “Save our hospitals.” Many said they were overwhelmed by poor working conditions, outdated facilities, and shortages of essential medical supplies. “We are exhausted, underpaid and working in a system that is breaking down,” said Marwa, a young doctor who joined the protest. “If nothing changes, more doctors will leave and the crisis will only deepen.”
Doctors say the combination of low wages and deteriorating infrastructure has already triggered an exodus of young professionals seeking better opportunities in Europe and the Gulf. Leaders of the doctors’ movement vowed to intensify their campaign if authorities fail to act. “As long as our demands are ignored, we will continue to escalate and push for change,” said Wajih Dhakkar, head of the Young Doctors’ Organisation.
The Health Ministry has not publicly responded to the strike. Tunisia has faced a series of labour and environmental protests in recent months. Transport workers, bank employees, and residents of Gabes — where pollution issues have been blamed on a state-owned chemical facility — have all staged demonstrations over worsening living conditions.
Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo raises urgent concerns about ongoing attacks in parts of Nigeria, alleging that some individuals linked to the violence still operate without consequences. He says many victims feel abandoned, believing that vital truths are being hidden and that cries for help often go unanswered. According to him, this loss of trust is worsened by claims that people who once opposed the nation may now hold positions of authority.
Recalling what he has witnessed, Reverend Dachomo describes scenes of “mass grave” burials, burned homes, and villages taken over by attackers. He questions why security forces often arrive late, repeatedly citing “order from above.” He also says attempts to document the violence are sometimes blocked. Because of this, he urges Nigerian youths to keep recording evidence of attacks so the reality on the ground is never silenced.
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has once again raised alarm over what it describes as the Federal Government’s persistent neglect of Nigeria’s public university system. Across multiple zones, union leaders are warning that unless urgent steps are taken to improve funding and conditions of service, the nation may be heading toward another prolonged shutdown of universities.
In Lagos, the union dismissed the government’s recent proposal to raise academic staff salaries by 35 percent, arguing that the offer is neither realistic nor reflective of the value of Nigerian scholars. Speaking during a press briefing at the Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), the Lagos Zonal Coordinator, Prof. Adesola Nassir, described the offer as “wretched and unscientific,” insisting that it leaves Nigerian academics “among the lowest paid on the continent.”
He noted that the increment does little to address the years of decline in lecturers’ earnings. “In 2009, a professor earned around $3,000 monthly. Today, that figure is barely $400,” he said. “Even with a 35 percent rise, a professor’s salary will not reach a million naira. After taxes, it crashes to about N700,000. How can anyone call that a living wage?”
Nassir warned that the consequences of such poor remuneration are already visible. “This pitiful pay inevitably fuels brain drain, lowers morale, and undermines the quality of education,” he said. “You cannot starve an institution of funding and expect excellence.”
He also highlighted the collapse in education financing over the years, lamenting that government allocations have “remained below 10 percent for a decade, and currently fall below 1 percent of the GDP.” He contrasted this with other African nations. “Egypt spends around 2 percent; South Africa is at about 6 percent. How do we compete with such weak investment?” he asked. “The funding crisis has reached a dangerous level. The future of our children is at stake.”
Nassir appealed to Nigerians to support ASUU’s push for an overhaul of education funding, warning that without meaningful commitments from the government, a full-scale strike may be unavoidable. “If the government fails to honour the 2009 agreement, only a miracle will stop the shutdown of public universities,” he said.
In Kano, union leaders echoed these concerns, stressing that negotiations with the Federal Government have slowed to a crawl. Addressing journalists on Monday, ASUU Kano Zonal Coordinator, Comrade Abdulkadir Muhammad, said the union is disturbed by the lack of urgency shown by government representatives.
“Our members are dismayed and disillusioned by the snail’s pace of renegotiation,” he said, referencing the union’s recent National Executive Council (NEC) meeting at Taraba State University. “The government appears unbothered. It hinders any purposeful conclusion.”
He recalled that ASUU embarked on a two-week warning strike in October, which was suspended after appeals from students, parents and stakeholders. “The suspension was to create room for sincere dialogue,” he said. “But what we hoped would be a holistic and timely resolution is gradually becoming a mirage.”
Muhammad accused certain government officials of derailing the process. “Some functionaries employ tactics to undermine negotiations and misinform the public,” he said. “They claim we have been settled, but that is propaganda. It raises doubts about their sincerity.”
He acknowledged payments such as accumulated promotion arrears and partial third-party deductions but described these as insufficient gestures. “The truth is simple: what the government has offered will not significantly improve the working conditions of academics,” he said. “It will not attract top scholars from anywhere. It will not keep Nigerian experts from leaving.”
The zone also condemned the political trend of establishing new universities without sustainable funding. “For many politicians, founding a university has become a constituency project,” Muhammad said. “This proliferation erodes standards. The Federal Government’s seven-year moratorium should also cover state institutions.”
With ASUU’s one-month ultimatum to the government nearing its end, the Kano Zone called for urgent intervention. “We appeal to all stakeholders to prevail on the government,” Muhammad said. “Addressing all outstanding issues is the only way to avert another total shutdown of our universities.”
The Senate on Tuesday called for an immediate investigation into the over $30 million spent on Nigeria’s safe-school programme.
The red chamber further appealed to President Bola Tinubu to approve the recruitment of 100,000 additional soldiers to confront the rising wave of school abductions nationwide.
These resolutions stemmed from a motion of urgent national importance raised by Abdullahi Yahaya, the senator representing Kebbi North.
Lawmakers’ outrage intensified after Monday’s attack on Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, in Kebbi State, where terrorists killed the vice-principal, injured a school guard, and abducted 25 students despite police presence.
The incident reignited demands for a total overhaul of the nation’s security system and a thorough audit of school-safety funds disbursed since 2014.
During the session presided over by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, proceedings began with a sombre reflection on the attack before senators entered a closed-door meeting to discuss confidential security issues.
A minute of silence was held in honour of the slain vice-principal, followed by prayers for the safe rescue of the kidnapped students.
Adams Oshiomhole, senator representing Edo North, condemned the safe-school initiative, arguing that billions spent by federal, state and donor agencies had failed to secure vulnerable schools.
“What happened to the money earmarked for the safe school programme? People have turned security into business,” Oshiomhole said.
“We cannot monetise the deaths of our citizens. If these funds were properly used, we should not still be witnessing terrorists walking into schools to kidnap children with ease.”
Oshiomhole also urged the swift recruitment of 100,000 new military personnel, insisting that the current manpower is inadequate.
“We don’t have enough men and women in uniform to cover this country,” the former Edo State governor said. “This recruitment will not only boost our defence capacity but also provide employment for our youth.”
Akpabio endorsed the investigation, stressing that Nigerians deserve full accountability following recurrent attacks on schoolchildren.
“These criminals are going after soft targets. We must find out why the safe-school programme has failed to protect them,” he said.
Ahmad Lawan, a former Senate President, cautioned that Nigeria risks “losing an entire generation” if these attacks persist.
Orji Kalu, senator representing Abia North, urged state governors to share responsibility in security management, citing his own experience in office.
“Security should not only be the job of the federal government. I have never blamed former President Olusegun Obasanjo while I was a governor,” he said. “I had gone out of my way to help Anambra and other states in terms of security.”
Victor Umeh, senator representing Anambra Central, advocated for technology-driven intelligence to locate and rescue the abducted students.
“This matter is what many people don’t want to discuss anymore. But it is a matter of national importance,” Umeh said. “They were taken away and are still being moved around. So, we urge security agencies to deploy their technology to find them.”
Simon Lalong, senator representing Plateau South, questioned the performance of the World Bank–supported safe-school initiative, drawing comparisons to the 2014 Chibok kidnappings.
“This is the same fate that befell our Chibok girls. It should be treated as a matter of national security before it turns into another Chibok experience,” Lalong said.
Sani Musa, senator representing Niger East, noted that the armed forces are overstretched and called for greater involvement of community leaders in intelligence gathering.
The Senate agreed to establish an ad hoc committee made up of members from the finance, defence, army, air force, education and police affairs committees to scrutinise all appropriations and expenditures under the safe-school programme.
The Senate also approved an additional motion by Oshiomhole seeking the recruitment of 100,000 youths into the military and the deployment of advanced surveillance and intelligence technology to fight insecurity.
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