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Eid Celebration Turns Violent in Abuja’s Katampe, Several Fulani Youths Injured in Clash Over Girlfriends
The altercation, reportedly triggered by a dispute over girlfriends, quickly escalated as dangerous weapons were allegedly used by the parties involved. A violent clash erupted in Katampe, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, during the Eid-El-Fitr celebrations, leaving several Fulani youths injured.
The altercation, reportedly triggered by a dispute over girlfriends, quickly escalated as dangerous weapons were allegedly used by the parties involved. A violent clash erupted in Katampe, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, during the Eid-El-Fitr celebrations, leaving several Fulani youths injured.
Eid Message: VP Shettima Urges Nigerians to Embrace Unity, Tolerance Amid Economic Reforms
“The spirit of unity, sacrifice, and tolerance we have nurtured during Ramadan must be sustained in our communities. These values are the backbone of any nation striving for progress,” Shettima stated. Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on Nigerians to uphold unity, peaceful coexistence, and religious tolerance as essential pillars for national development and lasting peace. The call was made during an Eid-El-Fitr luncheon held in Maiduguri, Borno State, aimed at fostering post-Ramadan solidarity.
“The spirit of unity, sacrifice, and tolerance we have nurtured during Ramadan must be sustained in our communities. These values are the backbone of any nation striving for progress,” Shettima stated. Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on Nigerians to uphold unity, peaceful coexistence, and religious tolerance as essential pillars for national development and lasting peace. The call was made during an Eid-El-Fitr luncheon held in Maiduguri, Borno State, aimed at fostering post-Ramadan solidarity.
NCDC Confirms 74 Deaths as Meningitis Cases Surge to 807 Across Nigeria
As of March 26, 2025, the NCDC has recorded 807 suspected cases and 74 deaths across 22 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The most affected states include Kebbi, Katsina, and Sokoto, where emergency response measures have been activated to contain the outbreak. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has expressed serious concern over the rising cases of Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) nationwide, warning that the country is in the midst of the disease’s peak season, which spans November to May.
As of March 26, 2025, the NCDC has recorded 807 suspected cases and 74 deaths across 22 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The most affected states include Kebbi, Katsina, and Sokoto, where emergency response measures have been activated to contain the outbreak. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has expressed serious concern over the rising cases of Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) nationwide, warning that the country is in the midst of the disease’s peak season, which spans November to May.

Economy

Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso Impose 0.5% Import Duty on ECOWAS Goods, Deepening Rift with Regional Bloc
The decision, announced on Thursday, comes amid a growing economic and political rift between the AES bloc and ECOWAS following the 2023 military coups in each of the three countries, which led to widespread condemnation and sanctions from the regional body. Tensions between the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) escalated further as the three junta-led nations announced a 0.5% import duty on all goods originating from ECOWAS member states. Humanitarian aid was the only category exempted from the new tariff.
The decision, announced on Thursday, comes amid a growing economic and political rift between the AES bloc and ECOWAS following the 2023 military coups in each of the three countries, which led to widespread condemnation and sanctions from the regional body. Tensions between the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)—comprising Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) escalated further as the three junta-led nations announced a 0.5% import duty on all goods originating from ECOWAS member states. Humanitarian aid was the only category exempted from the new tariff.
Top Nigerian Banks Report Record ₦3.41 Trillion Profit After Tax in 2024, Up 62% Despite Economic Strain
Despite recurring complaints from customers about service quality and digital transaction failures, all banks recorded significant growth in gross earnings and earnings per share (EPS), attributing profits to a mix of equity holder returns, non-controlling interests, and expanded financial services. Six of Nigeria’s leading banks have posted a combined ₦3.41 trillion profit after tax (PAT) for the financial year ended 2024—marking a 62.38% increase from the ₦2.1 trillion recorded in 2023, despite widespread customer dissatisfaction, service complaints, and a tough economic climate.
Despite recurring complaints from customers about service quality and digital transaction failures, all banks recorded significant growth in gross earnings and earnings per share (EPS), attributing profits to a mix of equity holder returns, non-controlling interests, and expanded financial services. Six of Nigeria’s leading banks have posted a combined ₦3.41 trillion profit after tax (PAT) for the financial year ended 2024—marking a 62.38% increase from the ₦2.1 trillion recorded in 2023, despite widespread customer dissatisfaction, service complaints, and a tough economic climate.
World Bank to Approve $632 Million in New Loans for Nigeria Amid Rising Debt Concerns
These initiatives, currently in the final approval phase, are expected to enhance public sector delivery in health and education—two areas heavily impacted by underfunding and systemic inefficiencies. The World Bank is set to approve $632 million in fresh loans for Nigeria today, Monday. The move aims to bolster critical sectors such as nutrition and basic education, even as Nigeria’s growing external debt profile raises red flags among economic analysts.
These initiatives, currently in the final approval phase, are expected to enhance public sector delivery in health and education—two areas heavily impacted by underfunding and systemic inefficiencies. The World Bank is set to approve $632 million in fresh loans for Nigeria today, Monday. The move aims to bolster critical sectors such as nutrition and basic education, even as Nigeria’s growing external debt profile raises red flags among economic analysts.

Entertainment

Tiger Woods Confirms Relationship with Vanessa Trump, Shares “Love Is in the Air” Post
Vanessa Trump was previously married to Donald Trump Jr., and her appearance with Woods has already sparked conversation across social and political circles. Golf legend Tiger Woods has officially confirmed his relationship with Vanessa Trump, the former daughter-in-law of ex-President Donald Trump, in a heartfelt social media post captioned, “Love is in the air.”
Vanessa Trump was previously married to Donald Trump Jr., and her appearance with Woods has already sparked conversation across social and political circles. Golf legend Tiger Woods has officially confirmed his relationship with Vanessa Trump, the former daughter-in-law of ex-President Donald Trump, in a heartfelt social media post captioned, “Love is in the air.”
Nigerian Travel Creator Alma Asinobi Faces Visa Setback in Bid to Break Fastest 7-Continent Travel Record
Asinobi, who launched her ambitious journey under the campaign name #AlmaChasingContinents, revealed on Sunday that she was denied entry into Australia, her final destination, due to visa-related issues.
Asinobi, who launched her ambitious journey under the campaign name #AlmaChasingContinents, revealed on Sunday that she was denied entry into Australia, her final destination, due to visa-related issues.
Naira Marley Denies Threatening Mohbad, Tells Coroner Disputes Delayed Album Releases
Speaking virtually during the proceedings, Marley stated that Mohbad was signed to his label, Marlian Records, under a contract to produce four albums, but none were completed before the artist left the label due to frequent disagreements with his manager, Opere Babatunde.
Speaking virtually during the proceedings, Marley stated that Mohbad was signed to his label, Marlian Records, under a contract to produce four albums, but none were completed before the artist left the label due to frequent disagreements with his manager, Opere Babatunde.
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