Nigeria’s first lady, Remi Tinubu met with US members of Congress and Trump administration officials last week to press her case that Abuja is protecting Christians, a source familiar with the meetings told AFP on Monday.

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Monday announced that troops across multiple theatres have neutralized over 60 terrorists, demobilized five gun trucks and their occupants, and rescued 134 kidnapped victims during operations targeting terrorists, kidnappers, and economic saboteurs.

The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Mrs. Jumoke Oduwole, at the Senate yesterday, lamented  Monday  over the proposed ₦2.72 billion capital allocation for the ministry in  2026.

The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) on Monday announced the results of the November/December 2025 NBC/NTC and ANBC/NANTC examinations, reporting that 60 percent of candidates obtained five credits or more, including Mathematics and English Language

Dr. Aliyu Idi Hong, former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs under former President Goodluck Jonathan, has resigned his membership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The Senate has also declared that the National Assembly would no longer approve extensions of budget implementation cycles.

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has uncovered what it described as “one of the worst counterfeit medicine operations in recent years,” seizing over 10 million doses of fake and banned drugs hidden inside warehouse buildings in Lagos.

The United States will hand over two top regional commands in NATO to European countries, diplomats said Monday, as President Donald Trump presses allies to take greater responsibility for their defence.

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state has hailed President Bola Tinubu for deploying a battalion of military personnel to Kwara State, over the unfortunate attack in Woro community, which led to the loss of innocent lives and disruption of peace.

Ojelabi also commended the district for its impressive performance in the ongoing electronic registration of party members.

A 28-year-old Belgian woman has recounted the “truly terrifying” moment she accidentally swallowed a 17cm-long spoon while eating yoghurt at home.

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has issued a public advisory on handling snake bites, highlighting the importance of immediate and proper response to prevent serious health complications.

Britain’s Prince William arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday for a first official visit, aimed at deepening economic cooperation but already overshadowed by his disgraced uncle Andrew’s links to Jeffrey Epstein.

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has revealed his long-term ambition to become the first African to manage Spanish giants Real Madrid, describing the goal as a major milestone in his coaching career.

Nigerian families seeking British boarding school education will have the chance to meet school heads and senior administrators in Abuja and Lagos this March during the UK Boarding Schools Week 2026 exhibitions.