Nigeria 2025: Key Highlights from January 1st

Nigeria begins 2025 with significant developments in politics, economy, and security. Key stories include Tinubu's economic reforms, police crackdowns, and infrastructure projects.

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Crimes & Insecurity

Twin brothers, Kehinde and Taiwo Yemitan, have been arrested by Ogun State Police for the murder and dismemberment of a sex worker named Darasimi. The suspects lured Darasimi to their home for a ritualistic purpose.

- theeagleonline.com.ng

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has stated that notorious terrorist leader Bello Turji is operating underground as military operations have killed or arrested many of his associates. He also notes that 120,000 terrorists have surrendered.

- saharareporters.com

The Federal Government has submitted the necessary requirements to the Nigerian government for the extradition of Simon Ekpa, a separatist leader, according to Defence Headquarters.

- thecable.ng

In 2024, the Nigerian military successfully neutralized 10,937 terrorists, arrested 12,538 suspects, and rescued 16,542 kidnapped hostages. These achievements were announced by the Director of Defence Media Operations, Edward Buba.

- dailypost.ng

The Australian government has issued a travel warning to Australian citizens against traveling to Nigeria due to concerns regarding terrorism, kidnapping, violent crime, and civil unrest.

- thecable.ng

Two security guards in Ogun state have been arrested for allegedly setting a 44-year-old man, Basiru Aliu, ablaze after mistaking him for a thief.

- dailypost.ng