Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 5 October 2025
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Headlines
Jonathan refutes claims linking Buhari to Boko Haram
Former President Goodluck Jonathan’s office dismissed reports suggesting he linked Muhammadu Buhari to Boko Haram, stressing that both leaders opposed terrorism and shared a commitment to Nigeria’s peace and unity.
Nigeria rejects Ted Cruz’s sanctions bill, labels Christian killings claim as “false and fabricated”
The Nigerian Presidency has dismissed US Senator Ted Cruz’s sanctions bill, rejecting claims that officials are complicit in Christian killings as “malicious, contrived lies.”
Botswana, U.S. in advanced talks to lift diamond tariffs
Botswana is close to sealing a duty-free diamond trade agreement with the United States to cushion its diamond-reliant economy from steep U.S. tariffs that have hurt exports and employment.
Police: We’ve not been served court order on tinted glass permit
The Nigeria Police Force says it has not been officially served with the Federal High Court order restraining it from enforcing the new tinted glass permit policy
29 Schengen countries now offer 5-year multiple-entry Visa to Nigerians
Nigerians with strong travel records can now obtain five-year multiple-entry Schengen visas covering 29 European countries.
Delta billionaire defends polygamy, says “one woman can’t sustain a Man’s passion”
Delta billionaire Chief Jite Tesigimoje has defended his decision to marry 19 wives, saying polygamy reflects human nature, promotes unity, and keeps passion alive.
Behind Nigeria’s endless war on insurgency: Another governor speaks out
A northern governor privately admitted that insurgency may not end soon, warning that overstretched troops, weak firepower, and perverse incentives are undermining Nigeria’s fight against insecurity.
Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 4 October 2025
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DIDDY GETS FOUR YEARS…
Sean “Diddy” Combs was sentenced to more than four years in prison for prostitution-related offences, despite pleas for leniency and his acquittal on more serious trafficking charges.