Compilations of 10 Latest Updates in Nigeria today, Sunday 2nd November, 2025
Trump tells Defense Department to ‘prepare for possible action’ in Nigeria
President Donald Trump on Saturday said he has instructed the Defense Department to “prepare for possible action” in Nigeria over the country’s alleged killing of Christians.
“If the Nigerian Government continues to allow the killing of Christians, the U.S.A. will immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria, and may very well go into that now disgraced country, ‘guns-a-blazing,’ to completely wipe out the Islamic Terrorists who are committing these horrible atrocities,” Trump wrote on social media
Davido melts heart with sweet love notes and flowers to his wife, Chioma reacts
Afrobeats superstar, Davido has once again reminded everyone that romance isn’t dead as he penned a heartwarming note and sent a bouquet of flowers to his wife, Chioma Adeleke.
Taking to his Instagram story, Davido shared a photo of the flower bouquet alongside a touching message that read:
“I want to remind you that I love you today, tomorrow and always. I miss you so much. Your loving husband.”
Despite his busy tour schedule, the singer still found time to express how much he misses Chioma, proving that love remains his top priority.
PDP, NNPP, CUPP accuse Tinubu of forcing defections
Opposition parties have accused President Bola Tinubu of using public resources and anti-graft agencies to pressure opposition members into joining the All Progressives Congress.
The parties stated that the APC was on the verge of collapse following the recent wave of defections from opposition parties into its ranks.
In separate interviews with Sunday PUNCH, spokespersons for the Peoples Democratic Party, New Nigeria Peoples Party, and Coalition of United Political Parties —Debo Ologunagba, Oladipo Johnson, and Mark Adebayo, respectively—said an implosion was imminent in the APC.
But the APC Director of Publicity, Bala Ibrahim, stated that recent defections to the party were voluntary and inspired by the ruling party’s achievements, not through coercion.
He added that the APC was well-structured, capable of managing its internal affairs effectively, and therefore would not experience any internal crisis.
Why I quit smoking – Yemi Alade
Afropop star Yemi Alade has revealed how she developed a short-term cigarette addiction while in university but quit after it began harming her voice and required her to hide the habit in public.
During an interview with Chude Jideonwo, the Johnny singer explained that her experimentation with smoking as a teenager quickly escalated into a nightly routine before bed.
She said the need to conceal cigarettes when out in public created discomfort that ultimately led her to stop.
Alade also noted the negative impact on her vocal health, a critical concern for her career.
Troops rescue 17 kidnap victims, arrest 20 in nationwide raid
In a series of decisive and intelligence-driven operations spanning multiple theatres, troops of the Nigerian Army (NA) have within the last 48 hours intensified offensive actions against terrorists and criminal syndicates, rescuing 17 kidnapped victims, arresting 20 suspects, neutralized two terrorists and uncovering illegal oil refining sites across the North East, North West, North Central, and South-South regions of the country.
This was contained in an official operational report made available to the Nigerian Tribune at the weekend at the Army Headquarters
“I thought I had all the wisdom” – Kunle Remi opens up on new discovery as a first-time dad
Nollywood actor, Kunle Remi has thrilled fans with his fatherhood journey, sharing laughter and clever parenting hacks he learned from his wife.
The actor, who welcomed his daughter earlier this year with his wife Tiwi Oyetubo, has shared the real, unfiltered side of fatherhood, including sleepless nights, multitasking chaos, and unexpected parenting lessons.
Taking to Instagram, Kunle shared a video of his daughter rolling on her side.
To keep her safe, he used pillows on a chair but was surprised when his wife bought a helmet to prevent injuries.
Reflecting on the moment, he wrote:
“I thought I had all the wisdom, Baba mii! Anyway, Happy New Month!
”Do not test President Trump’s resolve — U.S. lawmaker warns the Nigerian government
Riley Moore, the U.S. representative for West Virginia’s 2nd congressional district, has issued a stern warning to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu amid rising tensions over reports of violence against Christians in Nigeria.
Moore’s statement came in response to President Donald Trump’s recent remarks condemning the alleged killings and threatening possible U.S. military intervention if the attacks persist.
In a tweet addressing the situation, Moore cautioned President Tinubu and the Nigerian government not to underestimate Trump’s resolve.
He emphasized that any continued violence could provoke a serious response from the United States.
Moore further asserted that America would not remain silent while “brothers and sisters in Christ” are being targeted and killed, describing the situation as one that demands urgent international attention.
My husband is a myth” – 2baba’s wife, Natasha hails him
Natasha Osawaru the wife of legendary singer 2baba is once again singing his praises.
Taking to her Instagram page to share a clip from one of his recent performance, she declared him a myth and gave him his flowers.
“Yooo my husband is a myth!!!! Respect”.
Last month, Natasha Osawaru, had shared a photo of the singer and another man, declaring them her two favourite men in the world.
Natasha had gushed over him in a new video.
She shared a video of the singer during a BBC interview, gushing over him.
She told the public to see how hot her husband is, as she expressed excitement over being with him.
Tinubu assures farmers of subsidized fertilizer next season — Yari
Senator Abdul’aziz Yari Abubakar, representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, says President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerian farmers that they will smile next farming season as the Federal Government plans to provide fertilizer in sufficient quantity and at subsidized.
Yari made this known while speaking with journalists shortly after addressing state executives of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who paid him a visit at his residence in Talata-Mafara on Saturday.
He said President Tinubu is committed to strengthening citizens’ welfare and has put mechanisms in place to make fertilizer available and affordable for farmers nationwide to boost agricultural productivity and improve food security.
I wish Nigeria was a better country – Singer Simi
Afrobeats singer, Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has expressed pride in being a Nigerian, stressing that her favourite thing about the country is the spirit of the citizens, which she claims can’t be replicated by foreigners.
The Joromi crooner, however, said she wished Nigeria was a better country, adding that if the country was working citizens won’t be migrating en-masse.
Speaking in a recent episode of the 90s Baby Show, Simi said,
“My favourite thing about Nigeria is just the spirit of Nigerians. You can’t replicate it.
Nobody else can be a Nigerian other than a Nigerian.
Even when they are faking African accents in Hollywood movies, they never actually fake a Nigerian accent.
“They always fake East Africa and South African accents.
Being a Nigerian doesn’t just come as naturally, it just feels like home.
