Compilations of latest updates in Nigeria Today, Saturday 1st November, 2025
Tinubu Government Rejects Trump’s Designation Of Nigeria As ‘Country Of Particular Concern’
The President Bola Tinubu-led Nigerian government has dismissed remarks by United States President, Donald Trump, alleging widespread killings of Christians in Nigeria and designating the country a “Country of Particular Concern.”
In a statement issued on Saturday morning by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, the government described the allegations as inaccurate and unreflective of the reality on the ground.“
The Federal Government of Nigeria notes the recent remarks by US President Donald Trump alleging large-scale killings of Christians in Nigeria and calling for the country’s designation as a ‘Country of Particular Concern,’” the statement read.
“These claims do not reflect the situation on the ground.
Nigerians of all faiths have long lived, worked, and worshipped together peacefully,” the ministry stated.
Nigerian Resident Doctors Begin Indefinite Strike, Accuse Tinubu Government Of Inaction
Resident doctors across Nigeria have commenced an indefinite strike over what they described as the President Bola Tinubu-led Nigerian government’s repeated failure to honour agreements reached with them after several rounds of negotiation.
The President of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), Dr Mohammad Suleiman, announced the strike in a statement issued on Saturday through the association’s official account.
He said the decision followed the expiration of a 30-day ultimatum earlier given to the government.
According to him,
“the strike has become inevitable following the repeated failure of the Federal Government of Nigeria to honour its promises and implement the agreements reached with us after several rounds of dialogue, appeals and ultimatums.”
Council Election: Angry Residents Set Niger Electoral Commission Office Ablaze Over Missing Sheets
Aggrieved residents of Magama Ward in Nasko Local Government Area, Niger State, have set the Niger State Independent Electoral Commission (NSIEC) office on fire following reports that official result sheets were missing from materials delivered for the forthcoming local government election.
Eyewitnesses said electoral officials brought ballot papers to the area but allegedly failed to include the official result sheets, which triggered outrage among the residents, who accused officials of attempting to manipulate the election process.
The protest quickly turned violent, with the electoral office engulfed in flames.
The full extent of the damage has yet to be determined, but several sensitive electoral materials were reportedly destroyed.
Dangote Refinery promises steady fuel supply, says ouput exceeds demand
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has pledged a steady supply of petrol and diesel nationwide during the upcoming festive period, as its daily output now exceeds Nigeria’s consumption capacity.
The Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer of Dangote Industries Limited, Anthony Chiejina, said in a statement made available to the PUNCH Online on Saturday, that the refinery currently dispenses over 45 million litres of petrol and 25 million litres of diesel daily.
He stated, “Our production capacity surpasses national demand.
“We are collaborating with regulators and distributors to ensure efficient delivery across the country. Dangote remains committed to powering Nigeria.”
Ayra Starr dresses up as Rema for Halloween
Mavin Records star, Ayra Starr, has set social media buzzing after dressing up as her label mate, Rema, for Halloween.
The singer recreated Rema’s signature look, red cap turned sideways, dark shades, and baggy pants, while playfully imitating his gestures and mannerisms in a viral video.
While many hailed Ayra Starr’s creativity and sense of humour, others took the opportunity to tease her over the perceived closeness she shares with Rema.
Some fans joked that she might be “forcing a relationship” that doesn’t exist.
One comment read, “This relationship wey she dey force, very soon Rema go tell her the truth.”
Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, November 1, 2025
The naira strengthened on Saturday, November 1, 2025, closing at ₦1,421.73 per US dollar on the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) — the electronic/official FX window — while parallel-market (black-market) dealers in Lagos quoted the dollar roughly between ₦1,450 (buy) and ₦1,469 (sell).
Data from Nigeria’s primary FX trading windows showed continued appreciation of the naira on the official market, with NFEM/EFEMS participants recording a closing rate of ₦1,421.73 on November 1 — an advance from late-October levels.
The move extends a recent rally that market outlets attribute to stronger foreign exchange inflows and central bank interventions aimed at stabilising the market.
Meanwhile, the parallel market remained looser and more dispersed, with multiple rate trackers reporting sellers (aboki) offering dollars around ₦1,460–₦1,469 and some aggregators showing buying prices near ₦1,445–₦1,450.
The gap between the official NFEM rate and parallel prices has narrowed but persists, reflecting ongoing segmentation between formal and informal FX channels.
The past months have been heavy, but I rise stronger and grateful” – Peju Ogunmola breaks silence in emotional video following son’s death, announces return to Nollywood
Nollywood actress Peju Ogunmola has broken her silence following the loss of her son.
Peju Ogunmola had lost her only child, Ayomikun in September 2025
In a statement released via the family’s spokesperson, Yemi Amodu, he set the record straight on the cause of Ayomikun’s death.
He said contrary to the claim, Ayomikun died after a brief illness in Ibadan and has since been buried.
Now, making her return, Peju in an emotional video posted on her Instagram page minutes ago, noted how it’s a new month and a new dawn.
She said the past few months have been heavy, but the love, prayers, and condolences from the public have carried her through the storm.
She said today that she rises stronger, grateful, and ready to embrace her passion again.
The veteran announced her return to the screen, noting how much she had missed it.
“A new month, a new dawn.
The past months have been heavy, but your love, prayers, and condolences have carried me through the storm.
Today I rise, stronger, grateful, and ready to embrace my passion again.The screens have missed me… and I’m back, doing what I love most”.
This is the best thing I’ve done this year” – Cubana Chief Priest flies a group of amazing talents from Venezuela to Nigeria, gives them an unforgettable experience
Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has expressed pride in himself after flying a group of talented Venezuelan boys to Nigeria.
Cubana, via his Instagram story, shared a clip of the moment he welcomed them at the airport in grand style and took them to a club to enjoy a swell time.
In his caption, he revealed that he is working on new music with them and can’t wait for his fans to feel it.
He stated that he wants to show them what real money feels like and plans to fly them all over the country.
This Is The Best Thing I Did This Year, Flying This Group Of Amazing Talents @millonariaafrica to Naija.
These Guys From Venezuela Fell In Love With Our Country, Naija, So Much, I’m So Honored To Make Their Wish & Dreams Come Through.
We Have New Music Coming.
I can’t wait For You Guys To Feel It, But Before Then, Let Me Show Them That Money Na Water Is Too Real.
We Will Be Touring Igbo, Hausa & Yoruba States, So They Can Properly Experience How Premium & Sweet Our Naija Is.
Last night we shut down Zaza & Boho, Body Still Pain Me, Birkin, Na water”.
Court arraigns Anambra activist over alleged defamation against Catholic Church
Anambra State Magistrate Court 4, sitting in Amawbia, Awka South Local Government Area, presided over by Magistrate E. C. Chukwu, on Friday, arraigned a Human Rights Activist, Comrade Osita Obi, for allegedly posting defamatory statements on his Facebook pages against the Catholic Diocese of Awka.
Obi, according to a charge sheet no. AWK/C/2025 between the Commissioner of Police, Anambra State, allegedly defamed the church in a post made on August 15, 2025, through his Facebook page “Osita Obi” and another Facebook page “Igbo History.”
The prosecuting Counsel, A. G. Obi of the Legal Department, State CID, represented by I. J. Umeh, alleged that the activist in the post claimed that,
“the Catholic Diocese of Awka was not better than Boko Haram and bandits, and that it was better to deal with Lucifer than to deal with the said Church.”
The charge added that the post “had caused injury to the reputation of the Church priest Rev. Fr. Chudy P. S. Aguinam and the members and exposed them to hatred, contempt and ridicule before the right-thinking members of the public.
You hereby commit an offence contrary to Section 324 (a) and punishable under Section 325 of the Criminal Code Cap 36 Vol. II revised laws of Anambra State.
”Don’t let him lose focus – Eguavoen cautions Nigerians to allow Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle to do his job
Nigeria’s Technical Director, Augustine Eguavoen, has called for an end to speculation surrounding Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, urging fans and the media to allow the new manager to concentrate on the critical tasks ahead.
Chelle, who recently signed a two-year contract with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), is charged with guiding the team through its FIFA World Cup qualification push and a strong challenge at the Africa Cup of Nations.
When questioned about his satisfaction with Chelle’s performance so far, Eguavoen offered a firm and direct endorsement.
In one word, yes. Yes, that’s one word, yes. Are you not impressed?” he said.
The former Super Eagles and KAA Gent defender emphasised the need for unified support behind the new coach, warning against distractions that could derail the team’s progress.
