The Trump administration expanded its travel ban on Dec. 16, 2025, restricting entry from five countries and 15 others over security and immigration concerns.

ECOWAS pledged stronger unity, military action, and regional integration to combat coups, terrorism, and instability in West Africa.

Dangote accused Nigeria’s oil regulator head of corruption, blamed fuel imports for hurting local production, and announced lower petrol prices.

ECOWAS leaders pledged unified action against coups and terrorism, launching a 1,650-member force and regional reforms for 2026–2027.

Nigeria’s 3MTT program trains youth in tech skills, aiming for a $1T digital economy by 2027.

A private jet crashed while landing at Kano Airport, Nigeria, on Dec. 14, 2025, but all 11 on board escaped unharmed.

Nigeria's Supreme Court upheld President Tinubu's emergency powers, allowing suspension of officials during crises, in a 6-1 ruling.

Nigeria’s House summons Dangote Refinery and NMDPRA to end public feud over fuel supply and licensing.

EFCC revoked former AG Mohammed Malami's bail over alleged bail breaches, citing legal grounds, though critics call it political.

President Tinubu honored former leader Buhari, praising his integrity, service, and role in the 2015 election that brought the APC to power.