Here is a comprehensive, detailed breakdown of 50 major news stories in Nigeria and across the world as of March 25, 2026, covering politics, economy, security, health, sports, and global affairs.

📰 TOP NEWS IN NIGERIA & THE WORLD (25/3/2026)

🇳🇬 NIGERIA NEWS (1–25)

Politics & Governance

Nigeria and the UK signed a £746 million port refurbishment deal, targeting Lagos ports modernization and boosting trade efficiency. (Reuters)
President Bola Tinubu completed a historic UK state visit, strengthening diplomatic and economic ties. (Town & Country)
Nigeria and the UK also discussed migration control agreements, including deportation frameworks. (Wikipedia)
Labour Party is reportedly zoning its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, reshaping political alignments. (TVC News)
APC has begun screening new National Working Committee members, signaling internal restructuring. (TVC News)

Economy & Business

NNPC announced Nigeria could increase oil production by 100,000 barrels/day, improving revenue outlook. (Reuters)
Nigeria launched a new crude grade (Cawthorne crude) to boost export capacity. (Reuters)
The oil sector aims to exceed OPEC production quotas, pushing for higher output ceilings. (Reuters)
Port modernization is expected to improve logistics and reduce congestion in Lagos. (Reuters)
UK companies are benefiting from multi-million-pound supply contracts tied to Nigeria projects. (Reuters)

Security & Terrorism

Nigerian troops killed over 80 Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters in Borno after repelling an attack. (AP News)
Terrorism deaths in Nigeria rose 46% in 2025, making it one of the most affected countries globally. (The Guardian)
A suicide bombing in Maiduguri killed over 20 people and injured many. (Wikipedia)
Militants abducted 300+ persons in Borno, highlighting worsening insecurity. (Wikipedia)
Kwara State witnessed a massacre of over 150 villagers, one of the deadliest attacks recently. (Wikipedia)
Nigerian military recovered weapons and drone equipment from insurgents. (AP News)
Armed groups are increasingly using drones in attacks, showing evolving tactics. (AP News)

Society & Events

A gas tanker explosion in Lagos caused deaths and property destruction. (Wikipedia)
Arrests have been made in connection with the Kwara massacre. (Wikipedia)
Oral health campaigns are expanding to schools nationwide. (BellaNaija)
Women empowerment initiatives gained attention during International Women’s Day activities. (Facebook)

Sports & Entertainment

Nigeria faces FIFA sanctions over fan misconduct during World Cup qualifiers. (Punch Newspapers)
Nike unveiled the new Super Eagles 2026 kits, sparking public reactions. (BellaNaija)
Chef Hilda Baci reportedly secured another Guinness World Record milestone. (BellaNaija)
Nigerian sprinter Ella Onojuvwevwo continues to rise after setting African indoor records. (Wikipedia)

🌍 GLOBAL NEWS (26–50)

Global Security & Conflict

Global terrorism deaths dropped 28%, but violence surged in Africa. (The Guardian)
The Sahel region remains the global terrorism hotspot, accounting for over half of deaths. (The Guardian)
Western countries recorded a 280% increase in terrorism deaths, linked to lone-wolf attacks. (The Guardian)
Rising geopolitical tensions (U.S.–Iran–Israel dynamics) are affecting global oil supply. (Reuters)
The U.S. has deployed military support to Nigeria to combat insurgency. (AP News)

Diplomacy & International Relations

King Charles hosted Nigeria in a rare state visit after 37 years, boosting UK–Africa ties. (Town & Country)
The UK is strengthening economic ties with Africa through export finance deals. (Reuters)
Royal diplomacy continues to play a role in international economic partnerships. (People.com)
The UK is expanding its national environmental protection programs. (People.com)

Economy & Energy

Global oil markets are reacting to production adjustments from OPEC countries. (Reuters)
Energy security concerns are rising amid Middle East tensions. (Reuters)
Infrastructure financing is becoming a key tool in global economic diplomacy. (Reuters)

Science, Environment & Development

Environmental conservation projects are expanding in the UK, including coastal reserve initiatives. (People.com)
Countries are investing more in climate-resilient infrastructure.
Wildlife conservation efforts are increasing globally due to climate change threats.

Sports & Global Events

Botswana will host the 2026 World Athletics Relays, boosting African sports visibility. (Wikipedia)
International athletics is focusing on Olympic and World Championship qualifiers. (Wikipedia)
Football governing bodies continue tightening disciplinary rules globally. (Punch Newspapers)

Technology & Society

Increasing use of drone warfare by non-state actors is shaping global security concerns. (AP News)
Digital misinformation remains a challenge, including fake political statements online. (Wikipedia)
Social media continues to influence public perception of political and social events.

Culture & Lifestyle

Royal ceremonies and state banquets highlight cultural diplomacy. (Town & Country)
Global fashion and sports branding (e.g., kits, endorsements) are shaping youth culture. (BellaNaija)
Entertainment industries continue to thrive with international collaborations.
Global celebrations and milestones continue to reflect diverse cultural exchanges.

✅ SUMMARY

Nigeria is facing serious security challenges despite military successes.
The economy shows strong potential growth, especially in oil and infrastructure.
Internationally, Africa remains central to security and economic discussions.
Global trends include declining overall terrorism but rising regional instability, energy concerns, and increased diplomatic engagements.

Nigeria police redeploys senior officers, many AIG, CPs affected

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Court jails Ex-Acting AGF for 72 years

https://bit.ly/4uQhVvC

Ex-appeal court president faults Nigerian judiciary appointment process, calls for courage on bench

https://bit.ly/3PHgHCO

ICRC, Nigerian Red Cross speak on allegations of supporting armed groups in northern Nigeria

https://bit.ly/4sv9rIG

El-Rufai faces severance pay corruption, cash deposit fraud allegations (CHARGES IN FULL)

https://bit.ly/4sApWDw

National Convention: Screening panel clears APC chair, secretary, party officials project unity

https://bit.ly/4uQprGX

Court orders El-Rufai’s remand after arraignment on corruption charges

https://bit.ly/4bvlEXY

ICPC arraigns El-Rufai for inflated N579.7m severance pays, $817,900 fraud

https://bit.ly/4lVyMJE

ADC committee submits report, proposes 30% representation for women, 20% for youth

https://bit.ly/4rOSOqj

National Convention: APC targets 90m Nigerians through digital platforms, opens call centre

https://bit.ly/3NoljgD

NHRC demands prosecution of perpetrators of Delta sexual assaults

https://bit.ly/41qzR2m

N12m Theft: Court jails ex-convict for three years

https://bit.ly/4rQLwlW

WSCIJ honours retired jurist, Ayo Salami, with 2025 Human Rights Defender Award

https://bit.ly/41sFIEo

Yelwata attack suspect slumps in court, judge postpones terrorism trial

https://bit.ly/484GJ9m

National Convention: APC holds world press conference Thursday

https://bit.ly/4c5IANy

Labour Party postpones congresses, convention, inaugurates planning committee

https://bit.ly/4uOMNg3

Ultimate Health HMO seeks enforcement of health insurance coverage for Nigerian employees

https://bit.ly/4bMjxOi

Nigerian university unveils initiative to curb child mortality in host communities

https://bit.ly/41qA6KO

Nigeria to receive 179,700 doses of new HIV prevention drug by 2028 – Global Fund

https://bit.ly/4rOkfk5

APC: no threat to convention

https://bit.ly/3PEDP4T

Blackout: NISO releases 2,793 mw to 11 DisCos

https://bit.ly/3NDeaJo

Pakistan willing to host peace talks to end U.S.-Israeli war on Iran

https://bit.ly/4bTGn6W

Nigeria, Switzerland deepen ties as Bern pledges return of Benin Bronzes

https://bit.ly/4bMKhOE

Hashim warns PDP caretaker body against factional convention

https://bit.ly/3PruFc4

UNICEF revs up anti-polio campaign, targets 1.5m children for communication

https://bit.ly/4d2PB2O

Biola Bayo apologises over controversial Baba Ijesha interview

https://bit.ly/489ucBB

Singer Aṣa loses mother

https://bit.ly/3Pu1qoV

Miss Nigeria organisation apologises to Omotola, disowns uninvited presenter

https://bit.ly/4taZmRq

I'm redirecting my focus to African music - Davido

https://bit.ly/4uPMjpT

Osun 2026: Residents, APC members protest as non-indigenes storms community for INEC CVR

https://bit.ly/4dIazEn

ADC pushes for internal democracy, accountability with new constitution

https://bit.ly/4lZJcYz

2027: Our governorship candidate yet to be selected, Oyo APC declares

https://bit.ly/40St55u

Senator Alli as Oyo APC consensus candidate: ‘Complete fabrication’ — Oladele media team

https://bit.ly/4t1RCks

National Convention: APC North-Central Forum calls for unity, decries alleged marginalization

https://bit.ly/4uQqHtF

Griezmann to join MLS side Orlando from Atletico

https://bit.ly/4bx886g

NFF congress hails Tinubu for landmark support to football

https://bit.ly/4lTCvHx

Galatasaray confirms successful surgery for Osimhen

https://bit.ly/4tcwzMh

Simeone salutes ‘big heart’ Lookman after Bernabéu display

https://bit.ly/4t4kCbf

10 young African entrepreneurs driving innovation

https://bit.ly/3NE9dA4

Niger stakeholders call for 30% agricultural budget and 50,000 hectares for women farmers

https://bit.ly/4sv7rjD

European Union okays 290m Euros new investment package for Nigeria

https://bit.ly/4lQjs0N

2027 polls: PDP govs reject Wike bloc’s consensus chair

https://shorturl.at/7XOPU

Forfeiture: EFCC evicts Malami, family from Abuja residence

https://shorturl.at/MFsSo

Nigeria’s out-of-school crisis demands $345m yearly – Alausa

https://shorturl.at/wW5iH

Parties warn INEC rules could skew 2027 polls

https://shorturl.at/YJ34U

Police detain suspects in Kebbi sisters’ deaths

https://shorturl.at/7WeQh

Afenifere Diaspora faults APC over security, election concerns

https://tinyurl.com/yrekwbsu

Owed contractors threaten APC convention protest, demand N150bn payment

https://tinyurl.com/mvjwrazr

Panic as truck rams into Gombe Govt House gate

https://tinyurl.com/398uubdr

Anambra police smash five-member gang, seize guns

https://tinyurl.com/yvu3s4ax

New tax law redefines practice, sets higher bar – CITN

https://tinyurl.com/2r9nu2ep

LP postpones congresses, sets up 46-man convention panel

https://tinyurl.com/mrypm6s6

2027: Afenifere, Ohanaeze, PANDEF urge parties to adopt southern candidate

https://tinyurl.com/mu8d3kba

Kano LG chair gets certificate of return after court order

https://tinyurl.com/mr4b98ey

Tella extends Leverkusen contract till 2031

https://tinyurl.com/yn4edyn6

Comedian Princess blasts Biola Adebayo over Baba Ijesha interview

https://tinyurl.com/4d6fef2x

Breaking: Salah confirms Liverpool exit after nine-year spell

https://tinyurl.com/ykwjtfpr

Why Peter Obi was not qualified to contest 2023 presidential election — Justice Salami

https://tinyurl.com/5ffvn834

Tinubu extols longtime aide, Tunde Rahman, on 60th birthday

https://tinyurl.com/yj6pywcp

Tinubu’s State Visit strategic to Nigeria-UK relations – Minister

https://tinyurl.com/y64e4z94

South East APC announces details for Zonal Congress

https://tinyurl.com/5cnt2pyj

Zoning arrangement will guide our National Convention – PDP

https://tinyurl.com/2puutx2w

Cleric arrested after visit by Peter Obi + Photos

https://tinyurl.com/yca3zfr8

IGP appoints new CPs for Lagos, Ogun, other states

https://tinyurl.com/5kkcc99a

Police nab pastor, others over possession of human parts in Oyo

https://tinyurl.com/5djdrvzt

Unilever Nigeria posts profit growth for 2025

https://tinyurl.com/3an7yfnx

Ikeja Electric cites generation drop for Lagos outages

https://tinyurl.com/3fmddc3a

Solid Minerals: FG attracts over $2.6b FDI in two years — Alake

https://tinyurl.com/mr2mer56

Nigeria begins HIV prevention injection rollout

https://tinyurl.com/55n6zfrd

Lens reject PSG request to delay title clash amid Liverpool ties

https://tinyurl.com/4v6vk4je

Sinner breaks Djokovic record with dominant Miami Open run

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FIFA updates rankings, crowns Morocco AFCON champions

https://tinyurl.com/2s43f7bj

Iran says 'non-hostile vessels' may pass through Strait of Hormuz as oil price falls

https://tinyurl.com/y2myrsud

Oil at $150 will trigger global recession, says boss of financial giant BlackRock

https://tinyurl.com/yajmbcjv

Trump again says talks with Iran under way, 12 killed in attack on Tehran

https://tinyurl.com/yajmbcjv

Canada tells Israel that Lebanon’s sovereignty ‘must not be violated’

https://tinyurl.com/2bnfxp98

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