Nigeria News Today: Top Naija news from Nigerian newspapers for November 26, 2025

Nigerian newspapers this morning are buzzing with major national developments as security, politics, education, entertainment, and sports dominate the headlines.

Here are the top stories you need to know today, Wednesday, 26th November 2025.

1. Tinubu Hails Release of 24 Abducted Kebbi Schoolgirls
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday welcomed the rescue of 24 schoolgirls abducted from Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, Kebbi State. The girls were kidnapped on November 17, shortly after troops reportedly left the area. Similar abductions occurred in Eruku (Kwara) and Papiri (Niger), but all victims in those states have also been freed. Tinubu praised security agencies and urged intensified efforts to rescue those still in captivity.

2. Tinubu Orders Massive Security Sweep in Kwara, Kebbi, Niger
The President has directed a full-scale security cordon around forests in Kwara State following renewed terrorist incursions. According to presidential aide Sunday Dare, the Nigerian Air Force will intensify aerial operations across deep forest zones in Kwara, Kebbi, and Niger. Residents were urged to report suspicious movements.

3. FG Denies Nationwide Open Grazing Ban, Clarifies Ranching Plan
The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has debunked claims of a nationwide ban on open grazing. According to the ministry, Nigeria is transitioning gradually from open grazing to modern ranching. The government says 273 gazetted grazing reserves across 4.5 million hectares are being revamped in collaboration with states to modernise livestock management.

4. CBN Maintains Interest Rate at 27%
The Central Bank of Nigeria has retained the Monetary Policy Rate at 27% after a unanimous vote by the MPC. CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso said the decision aims to sustain recent economic gains and maintain low, stable inflation. All other policy parameters were also left unchanged.

5. ‘I Will Kill You’ – Asari-Dokubo Warns Terrorists
Ex-militant leader Asari-Dokubo has threatened to kill any terrorist attempting to attack Port Harcourt. In a viral video, he vowed to confront insurgents directly despite being a Muslim, insisting self-defence takes priority.

6. Presidency Slams Peter Obi Over Comments on Trump’s Threat
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Tinubu, has criticized Peter Obi for allegedly supporting U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to deploy American forces against terrorists in Nigeria. Onanuga said Nigeria “will never forget or forgive” Obi for backing what he termed a foreign military intervention.

7. Portable Says Olamide ‘Will Regret Not Signing’ Him
Singer Portable claims Olamide will one day regret not signing him. He wrote on Instagram that despite his rough beginnings, he has risen to international recognition through determination and divine favour. He added that he is “unstoppable,” crediting support from global artists like Skepta.

8. Actor Daddy Billy Reveals Final Moments of Late Odira Nwobu
Nollywood actor Daddy Billy has shared emotional details of the death of fellow actor Odira Nwobu in South Africa. According to him, Nwobu had been on medication and forgot to take his drugs before a night out. His condition worsened rapidly before he passed away on November 24.

9. Cristiano Ronaldo Avoids Full World Cup Ban
Cristiano Ronaldo will be eligible for Portugal’s 2026 World Cup opener after FIFA suspended part of his three-match ban. Only one game will be enforced, while the remaining two are under a one-year probation. He will serve the additional games only if he repeats a similar offence.

10. Real Madrid Tension: Six Players Reportedly Want Xabi Alonso Out
Reports from Spain suggest rising tension at Real Madrid as at least six players—including Vinicius Jr., Valverde, Rodrygo, and Endrick—are unhappy with manager Xabi Alonso. Meanwhile, Mbappé, Courtois, Guler, and others remain firmly behind him. Despite the unrest, Madrid sit atop LaLiga with a one-point lead over Barcelona.

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