The United States has called on the Nigerian government to intensify efforts to protect Christian communities after over 170 worshippers were abducted in Kaduna State, an incident that has reignited concerns over religiously motivated violence in the country.

The Catholic Bishops of Owerri Ecclesiastical Province have expressed deep concern over the rising prices of goods and essential commodities, warning that the situation is increasingly becoming unaffordable for the average Nigerian.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Enugu State has reaffirmed unity within its ranks and passed a unanimous vote of confidence on its State Chairman, Comrade Stella Chukwuma, ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Relief mingled with grief in Chacho village, Wurno Local Government Area of Sokoto State, as a young bride-to-be and her bridesmaids were finally freed after enduring about 49 harrowing days in the hands of armed bandits.

Veteran striker Edin Dzeko has signed with Bundesliga 2 side Schalke until the end of the season, the German club announced on Thursday.