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# ![@NTANewsNow Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::263284370.png) @NTANewsNow NTANetwork

NTANetwork posts on X about benin, nigeria, niger, defence the most. They currently have XXXXXXXXX followers and 3831 posts still getting attention that total XXXXXXX engagements in the last XX hours.

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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours

"Nasarawa Police Rescue XX Foreign Nationals from Human Trafficking Syndicate Lafia Nasarawa State The Nasarawa State Police Command has rescued XX foreign nationals mostly from Mali and Ivory Coast who were lured into Nigeria by a human trafficking syndicate with false promises of jobs in France. The victims were intercepted before they could be transported out of the country police said on Saturday. State Commissioner of Police Shettima Jauro disclosed the rescue during a press briefing in Lafia the state capital. According to CP Jauro the victims were deceived with offers of employment in"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1995557579037049042)  2025-12-01T18:16Z 1.8M followers, 4636 engagements


"ATTACKERS: CEDRIC BAKAMBU XX years (Real Betis Spain): One of the most recognisable faces in the team. He is no longer at the peak of his powers but he offers guile and a focal point for the attack. Well known in La liga especially his impressive spell with Villareal. He has a similar style to former Super Eagles striker Ikechukwu Uche. NATHANIEL MBUKU 23years (Montepellier France Ligue 2): MBUKU is in the starting line-up because of the huge absence of YOAN WISSA. He is still learning his trade. He currently on loan at Montepellier from German side Augsburg. Frank Onyeka Onyeka will know all"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1989675948707324298)  2025-11-15T12:44Z 1.8M followers, 2490 engagements


"SUBSTITUTES: FISTON MAYELE XX (Pyramids fc Egypt): He came in for a tiring Bakambu against Cameroon and troubled their defenders. EDO KAYEMBE XX (Watford fc England) : Methodical left footed central midfielder. He formed a good understanding with Nigeria's Tom Dele Bashiru (Fisayo's brother) before Tom left for Turkey. NGAL'AYEL MUKUA XX (OSC LILLE France): Another young striker knocking on the door of the first team. CONCLUSION: We can handle them but in my opinion this is the team with the playing style closest to Nigeria on the continent . They play very well on the wings but without Wissa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1989676260591600107)  2025-11-15T12:46Z 1.8M followers, 2365 engagements


"PRESIDENT TINUBU APPROVES MEMBERSHIP FOR US-NIGERIA WORKING GROUP President Bola Tinubu has approved the constitution of the Nigerian side of the US-Nigeria Joint Working Group as part of steps to deepen collaboration in tackling security challenges in the country. The composition of the Joint Working Group was part of the agreement reached during the recent trip to Washington DC by a high-level Nigerian delegation led by the National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu. Ribadu is to lead the Nigerian side of the Joint Working Group supported by a multi-stakeholder team comprising senior officials"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1994129761531032060)  2025-11-27T19:42Z 1.8M followers, 18.2K engagements


"Trump Declares Venezuelan Airspace 'Closed in Its Entirety' Amid Escalating U.S. Threats In a stark escalation of tensions with Caracas President Donald J. Trump announced Saturday that the airspace "above and surrounding Venezuela" should be considered "closed in its entirety" issuing a blunt warning to airlines pilots drug dealers and human traffickers alike. The declaration posted on Trump's Truth Social platform arrives as the United States intensifies its campaign against Venezuelan President Nicols Maduro's government including recent authorizations for covert CIA operations and threats"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1994803426056683591)  2025-11-29T16:19Z 1.8M followers, 13K engagements


"PRESIDENT TINUBU NOMINATES XX ADDITIONAL AMBASSADORS President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent the names of XX ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation In two separate letters to the Senate President Godswill Akpabio President Tinubu asked the Senate to consider and confirm expeditiously XX nominees as career ambassadors and XX nominees as non-career ambassadors. Here are the XX non-career ambassadorial nominees 1- Barrister Ogbonnaya Kalu Abia 2- Reno Omokri Delta 3- Prof. Mahmud Yakubu (former INEC Chairman) 4- Erelu Angela Adebayo Ekiti (former First Lady) 5- Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi Enugu"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1994807041466966118)  2025-11-29T16:33Z 1.8M followers, 44.7K engagements


"PRESIDENT TINUBU NOMINATES GENERAL CHRISTOPHER MUSA AS THE NEW MINISTER OF DEFENCE President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated General Christopher Gwabin Musa as the new Minister of Defence. A statement by Special Adviser to the President Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga indicates that in a letter to Senate President Godswill Akpabio President Tinubu conveyed General Musas nomination as the successor to Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar who resigned on Monday. General Musa XX on December XX is a distinguished soldier who served as Chief of Defence Staff from 2023 until October 2025. He won"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1995859219069677584)  2025-12-02T14:14Z 1.8M followers, 27.2K engagements


"NEWS FLASH SENATE TO SCREEN MINISTER OF DEFENCE NOMINEE WEDNESDAY The Nigerian Senate will screen President Bola Tinubu's nominee as Minister of Defence General Christopher Gwabin Musa this Wednesday at plenary. A statement from the office of the majority leader of the Senate Opeyemi Bamidele explains that the Senate is in possession of the request of President Tinubu to confirm the defence minister nominee. The statement adds that the letter will be read on the floor of the Senate on Wednesday after which the screening of the nominee will proceed immediately. Opeyemi explained that Senate"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1996080275046981691)  2025-12-03T04:53Z 1.8M followers, 38.4K engagements


"As Nigeria welcomes a new Minister of Defence which area demands urgent attention Join the NTA Survey Lets hear from you. Cast your vote and share your thoughts by scanning the QR Code or click on the link"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1996633426620035237)  2025-12-04T17:31Z 1.8M followers, 17.9K engagements


"17 Rivers Assembly Members Defect from PDP to APC Seventeen members of the Rivers State House of Assembly an to the Speaker have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (#PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (#APC). The defection was formally announced by the Speaker Martins Amaewhule during Fridays plenary session in Port Harcourt. The lawmakers cited ongoing internal crises within the PDP as the primary reason for their decision to switch allegiance to the ruling APC at the federal level"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1996912733816574037)  2025-12-05T12:01Z 1.8M followers, 7056 engagements


"Special Report Nigeria Marks 2025 World Soil Day"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1996970185673097519)  2025-12-05T15:49Z 1.8M followers, 2901 engagements


"Director News NTA Halima Musa honoured by NAWOJ FCT for her remarkable support and mentorship to young journalists. 🎉"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998336889560961137)  2025-12-09T10:20Z 1.8M followers, 3951 engagements


"NAF Confirms Alpha Jet Crashes in Niger State The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commended two of its Alpha Jet pilots for their exceptional courage and professionalism after they safely ejected from the aircraft following a serious in-flight emergency on Friday X December 2025. The incident occurred shortly after take-off during a routine post-inspection functional check flight at NAF Base Kainji Niger State. According to a statement issued by the Director of Public Relations and Information Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame the aircraft developed a critical emergency moments after becoming"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1997385557052465459)  2025-12-06T19:20Z 1.8M followers, 83.1K engagements


"Kwankwaso Hails Gov Yusufs Transformative Achievements in Kano The National Leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has expressed satisfaction over the outstanding performance and infrastructural transformation being recorded under the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. Kwankwaso stated this on Sunday night when he received Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on a courtesy visit at his residence in Abuja where the governor formally presented his recent national leadership award. The Kwankwasiyya leader said the award bestowed on Governor Yusuf was a"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998008707121054013)  2025-12-08T12:36Z 1.8M followers, 7161 engagements


"U.S. Wheat Shipment Worth $XX Million Arrives in Lagos as Bilateral Agricultural Trade Surges A vessel carrying 50000 metric tonnes of U.S.-grown wheat valued at approximately $XX million docked at Apapa Port on Monday underscoring Nigerias position as the third-largest export market for American wheat. U.S. Consul General Rick Swart and U.S. Agricultural Counselor Chris Bielecki were on site to witness the unloading of the cargo The shipment highlights the growing agricultural partnership between the two nations. Trade in U.S. agricultural products supports American farmers enables Nigerian"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998369983915585716)  2025-12-09T12:31Z 1.8M followers, 65.8K engagements


"ECOWAS Declares Regional State of Emergency Over Wave of Coups and Instability The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) declared a state of emergency across West Africa in response to a spate of military coups and attempted power grabs that have shaken the region in recent years. The decision was announced by ECOWAS Commission President Omar Alieu Touray during the 55th ordinary session of the blocs Mediation and Security Council at ministerial level held in Abuja on December X 2025. Speaking to ministers and diplomats Touray described the recurring unconstitutional changes of"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998370772855705742)  2025-12-09T12:34Z 1.8M followers, 7192 engagements


"Bayelsa State Government Acquires New Aircraft The Bayelsa State Govenment has acquired a new aircraft. Correspondent Timi Ohia Reports that The newly unveiled ATR 72-600 aircraft is configured for XX passengers and crew inline with the Bayelsa state Aviation capacity and economic outlook. Governor Douye Diri said with the acquisition of the aircraft the state will commence commercial flight in partnership with Pioneer Airline and the company will be managing the state new airline. The Minister of state Petroleumoil Heneiken Loigbebri and the Managing Director NDDC Samuel Ogbuku promised to"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1993711807962186233)  2025-11-26T16:01Z 1.8M followers, 119.2K engagements


"ECOWAS Suspends Guinea-Bissau After Military Coup The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has suspended Guinea-Bissau from all its decision-making bodies with immediate effect following a military coup that overthrew President Umaro Sissoco Embal on Tuesday XX November. In a strongly worded communiqu issued after an emergency virtual summit late Thursday ECOWAS Heads of State condemned the takeover in the strongest terms and ordered the unconditional restoration of constitutional rule. ECOWAS praised Guinea-Bissau citizens for their resilience and commitment to democracy during"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1994324532400664594)  2025-11-28T08:36Z 1.8M followers, 8338 engagements


"Former President Jonathan briefs President Tinubu on Guinea Bissau political situation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1994826897877000287)  2025-11-29T17:52Z 1.8M followers, 31.2K engagements


"Senate Rejects Motion to Grant Defence Minister-Designate a Bow and Go Privilege The Senate on Tuesday rejected a motion by Senator Sani Musa (APC Niger East) seeking to allow the Minister of Defence nominee Lt.-Gen. Christopher Musa (retd) to take a bow and go without rigorous questioning citing his distinguished military career and previous role as Chief of Defence Staff. The motion was opposed by several senators who insisted that all nominees regardless of prior public service must undergo full screening in line with parliamentary tradition"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1996229845068492825)  2025-12-03T14:47Z 1.8M followers, 60.1K engagements


"NEWS FLASH PRESIDENT TINUBU TRANSMITS TO THE SENATE LISTS OF AMBASSADORIAL NOMINEES President Bola Tinubu has transmitted to the senate two lists of XX career and XX non career ambassadors nominees for screening and confirmation. Prominent names listed as non career ambassadors include Reno Omokri Femi Fani-Kayode Gen. Abdulrahman Dambazau Victor Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi. Also listed as non career ambassadors nominees are Prof. Mahmood Yakubu Vice Admiral Ete Ibas Senator Jimoh Ibrahim Senator Nora Daduut Fatima Ajimobi and Senator Ita Enang among others. The two lists brings to XX number"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1996557425873207696)  2025-12-04T12:29Z 1.8M followers, 37.6K engagements


"Tomorrows Science Todays Robot A humanoid robot is a type of robot designed to look and act like a human being. It usually has a body structure with a head torso arms and legs and may be programmed to walk talk or perform tasks similar to humans. Some humanoid robots are made mainly for research and testing while others are used in healthcare customer service education or entertainment. Advanced ones even use artificial intelligence (AI) to recognise speech facial expressions and interact naturally with people"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1974238672552595551)  2025-10-03T22:22Z 1.8M followers, 349.3K engagements


"GOVERNOR UBA SANI CONGRATULATES CHRISTOPHER MUSA The Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for nominating General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd) a son of the State as Minister of Defence. The Governor in a press statement says the nomination from a leader who has shown sustained commitment to national security is a clear vote of confidence in General Musas record capacity and dedication to duty. He expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the gesture noting that it is directed not only to General Musa as an officer of the Nigerian Army but"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1995920316724285647)  2025-12-02T18:17Z 1.8M followers, 31.4K engagements


"PRESIDENT TINUBU'S TRIBUTE TO CENTENARIAN ALHAJI TANKO YAKASAI Of the noble men and women who stood firm for our liberty and freedom from repressive colonial subjugation Alhaji Tanko Yakasai is the last man standing. Born a hundred years ago in Kano City Alhaji Yakasai exemplifies a purposeful life carving out a meaningful legacy despite humble beginnings. Disturbed by the injustice and maltreatment he witnessed under colonial rule he chose to join the fight for Nigerias liberation. As a young man Baba Yakasai channelled his energy into the struggle for the emancipation of his people and the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1996685228572659897)  2025-12-04T20:57Z 1.8M followers, 63.6K engagements


"Here are the XX career ambassadors 1- Enebechi Monica Okwuchukwu (Abia) 2- Yakubu Nyaku Danladi (Taraba) 3- Miamuna Ibrahim Besto (Adamawa) 4- Musa Musa Abubakar (Kebbi) 5- Syndoph Paebi Endoni (Bayelsa) 6- Chima Geoffrey Lioma David (Ebonyi) 7- Mopelola Adeola-Ibrahim (Ogun) 8'- Abimbola Samuel Reuben (Ondo) 9- Yvonne Ehinosen Odumah (Edo) 10- Hamza Mohammed Salau (Niger) 11- Ambassador Shehu Barde (Katsina) 12- Ambassador Ahmed Mohammed Monguno (Borno) 13- Ambassador Muhammad Saidu Dahiru (Kaduna) 14- Ambassador Olatunji Ahmed Sulu Gambari (Kwara) 15- Ambassador Wahab Adekola Akande (Osun)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1994807125961216304)  2025-11-29T16:34Z 1.8M followers, 133.8K engagements


"Defence Minister Resigns Nigeria's defence minister Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has resigned his appointment with immediate effect. In a letter dated December X sent to President Bola Tinubu Abubakar said he was quitting on health grounds. President Tinubu has accepted the resignation and thanked Abubakar for his services to the nation. President Tinubu will likely inform the Senate of Badaru's successor later this week. Badaru Abubakar XX was a two-term governor of Jigawa state from 2015 to 2023. He was appointed as a minister on August XX 2023 by President Tinubu. His resignation comes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1995604960592232748)  2025-12-01T21:24Z 1.8M followers, 166.6K engagements


"President Tinubu nominates General Christopher Musa as the new Minister of Defence"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1995857185705001110)  2025-12-02T14:06Z 1.8M followers, 157.2K engagements


"CBN Raises Cash Withdrawal Limits Scraps Deposit Caps in Major Policy Shift The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced a significant relaxation of its cash withdrawal and deposit regulations effective January X 2026 in a move aimed at improving liquidity and easing the burden on businesses and individuals amid prevailing economic challenges. In a circular signed by Dr. Rita I. Sike Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department the apex bank raised the weekly cash withdrawal limit for individuals from 100000 to 500000 across all channels including ATMs Point-of-Sale (POS)"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1996212450677469470)  2025-12-03T13:38Z 1.8M followers, 30K engagements


"News Flash Senate Confirms General Christopher Gwabin Musa Rtd As Minister Of Defence"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1996249965333545422)  2025-12-03T16:07Z 1.8M followers, 57K engagements


"Kebbi Govt Donates XX Hilux Vehicles to Boost Security on SokotoBadagry Super Highway The Kebbi State Government has handed over XX brand-new Hilux vehicles to the Federal Ministry of Works to strengthen security for personnel working on the SokotoBadagry Super Highway project. The vehicles were formally received by the Minister of State for Works Bello Muhammad Goronyo who praised Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasiru Idris (Kauran Gwandu) for the donation. Goronyo described the gesture as a clear demonstration of the state governments commitment to protecting workers and contractors on the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1996972343709622417)  2025-12-05T15:58Z 1.8M followers, 22.8K engagements


"Tinubu Constitutes Boards of NADF Bank of Agriculture UBEC Appoints Chairmen Executive Directors Zonal Representatives President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the constitution of the governing boards of the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) with appointments reflecting federal character and professional expertise. Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) Senator Umaru Tanko Al-Makura earlier appointed in July retains his position as Chairman of the UBEC Board. New zonal representatives appointed"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1997004778988249117)  2025-12-05T18:06Z 1.8M followers, 9684 engagements


"APC DISQUALIFIES OMISORE SIX OTHERS The All Progressives Congress (APC) of Friday disqualified its former National Secretary Senator Iyiola Omisore and other aspirants running for the Party's Governorship Primary In a report the Committee observed that seven aspirants: Sen. Iyiola Omisore Babatunde Haketer Oralusi Mr. Oyedotun Babayemi Dr. Akinade Akanmu Ogunbiyi Benedict Olugboyega Alabi Adegoke Rasheed Okiki Adekunle and Sen. Babajide Omoworare- failed to meet the mandatory nomination requirement of being sponsored by five (5) fully registered and financially up-to-date members from each"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1997016390570574269)  2025-12-05T18:53Z 1.8M followers, 20.7K engagements


"Coup In Benin Fails Mutineers in military uniform who attempted to overthrow President Patrice Talon's democratic government on Sunday in the Republic of Benin have failed. The mutineers seized the National TV after failing to enter President Talon's residence. The latest report from Cotonou said the National Guard has taken control of the situation and surrounded the television station. According to XX Hours In Benin discussions are underway with the mutineers now holed up inside the station"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1997668079711510550)  2025-12-07T14:02Z 1.8M followers, 33K engagements


"VP Shettima Departs Abuja For Abidjan Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for Abidjan Cte d'Ivoire to represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of Alassane Ouattara for a fourth term in office as President of that country. In a Statement by the Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media and Communications Office of the Vice President Stanley Nkwocha said Shettima is expected to join other leaders across Africa and beyond to witness activities lined up for the swearing-in ceremony scheduled to hold on Monday December X 2025 at the Presidential Palace in"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1997717047505977688)  2025-12-07T17:17Z 1.8M followers, 30.7K engagements


"ECOWAS Orders Immediate Deployment of Standby Force to Benin The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has directed the immediate deployment of elements of its regional Standby Force to the Republic of Benin. The decision announced today aims to bolster security in the country amid growing concerns over terrorist threats and cross-border instability in the Sahel region. No further details on the size or duration of the deployment were disclosed in the official communiqu. The move underscores ECOWAS continued efforts to support member states facing security challenges"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1997764567737491961)  2025-12-07T20:26Z 1.8M followers, 25.2K engagements


"Benin President Assures Nation After Foiled Coup Attempt President Patrice Talon appeared on state television Sunday evening to declare that an attempted military coup earlier in the day had been thwarted and that the situation was fully under control. Speaking on Benin Television (ORTB) President Talon sought to calm public concern saying: I would like to assure you that the situation is completely under control and therefore invite you to calmly go about your activities starting this very evening. He added that security and public order will be maintained throughout the national territory"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1997770161722642514)  2025-12-07T20:48Z 1.8M followers, 14.6K engagements


"PRESIDENT TINUBU COMMENDS NIGERIA'S ARMED FORCES FOR PROTECTING DEMOCRACY IN BENIN REPUBLIC President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the gallantry of Nigeria's military on Sunday for responding swiftly to the request by the Government of Benin Republic to save its 35-year-old democracy from coup plotters who struck at dawn today. A statement by Special Adviser to the President Information & Strategy Bayo Onanuga indicates that acting on two separate requests from the Government of Benin President Tinubu first ordered Nigerian Air Force fighter jets to enter the country and take over the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1997940819840454810)  2025-12-08T08:06Z 1.8M followers, 14.9K engagements


"The National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu on Sunday hosted a United States Congressional delegation in Abuja as part of ongoing security consultations between both countries"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1997968850797863381)  2025-12-08T09:57Z 1.8M followers, 12.7K engagements


"Kaduna State Pushes for XXX Million dollars Poultry Investment in China The Kaduna State Government is intensifying efforts to attract major investment into its planned XXX million dollars poultry project as Governor Uba Sani continues a strategic working visit to Beijing China. During the visit the Governor toured key agricultural and livestock facilities including CP Foods Layers and Eggs Ltd. a leading producer with an output of nearly three million eggs daily. The visit is aimed at studying large-scale production models that can help Kaduna boost food security expand agro-industrial"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1997984739802697778)  2025-12-08T11:00Z 1.8M followers, 11.7K engagements


"Niger State Government Receives XXX Rescued Schoolchildren Kidnapped from Papiri The Niger State Government has formally received XXX pupils who were abducted from St. Mary Catholic School in Papiri Agwara Local Government Area after they were rescued by security forces. The children regained their freedom XX days after the attack which had left families community members and the government in deep distress. While the release has brought immense relief to the parents of the freed pupils those whose children remain in captivity continue to endure anxiety and uncertainty"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998069450289865175)  2025-12-08T16:37Z 1.8M followers, 8863 engagements


"COUP IN BENIN REP. NIGERIA ANSWERS ECOWAS CALL #Nigeria has been widely commended for its swift and courageous response to the #ECOWAS call to defend and protect the legitimate government of the Republic of #Benin. Following credible intelligence of an imminent coup attempt ECOWAS invoked the relevant provisions of its protocols and directed the immediate deployment of its standby force to deter and prevent any unconstitutional change of government in Benin"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998069849759617315)  2025-12-08T16:39Z 1.8M followers, 15.2K engagements


"PRESIDENT TINUBU WELCOMES THE RETURN OF XXX CATHOLIC STUDENTS CHARGES SECURITY AGENCIES ON SAFE RETURN OF OTHERS President Bola Tinubu has commended the security agencies for their tireless efforts in securing the freedom of the XXX students of Papiri Catholic School in Niger State. While expressing his joy over the safe return of the students President Tinubu equally charged the security agencies to ensure the swift release of the remaining XXX students and their teachers who are still held hostage. President Tinubu assured the parents that both the federal and the Niger State governments"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998096571808764212)  2025-12-08T18:25Z 1.8M followers, 11.4K engagements


"FG Approves Kogi-Hunan Free Trade Zone As Stakeholders Set for Abuja Briefing The Federal Government has approved the establishment of the KogiHunan Free Trade Zone paving the way for the takeoff of the Ajaokuta Economic City as the Kogi State Government begins preparations for a major stakeholders briefing in Abuja. The initiative follows the strategic partnership between the Kogi state government led by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and the Zhuzhou Municipal Government of Hunan Province China under the KogiHunan Sister Province Relationship. According to the invitation to the official media"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998105535611019562)  2025-12-08T19:00Z 1.8M followers, 11.7K engagements


"Sahel Alliance Confirms Detention of Nigerian Military Aircraft in Burkina Faso The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) comprising Burkina Faso Mali and Niger has confirmed that a Nigerian Air Force C-130 Hercules transport aircraft was forced to land in Burkina Faso after entering the countrys airspace without authorisation. In a joint statement issued on Monday the three military-led nations said the aircraft carrying XX Nigerian military personnel was intercepted and diverted to Bobo-Dioulasso airport following what was described as an in-flight emergency while operating in Burkinabe airspace"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998302273600966730)  2025-12-09T08:02Z 1.8M followers, 51.6K engagements


"Happening: High-level Inter Agencies Seminar Underway In Abuja To Commemorate International Anti-corruption Day 2025 With A Commitment To Involving The Youth In Governance And Fighting Against Corruption"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998332951801610686)  2025-12-09T10:04Z 1.8M followers, 3035 engagements


"Nigerian Air Force Clarifies Emergency Landing of C-130 Aircraft in Burkina Faso The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dismissed speculation surrounding the unscheduled landing of one of its C-130 Hercules transport aircraft in Bobo-Dioulasso Burkina Faso on X December 2025 stressing that the action was a routine precautionary measure taken in full compliance with international aviation safety protocols. The aircraft was en route from Lagos to Portugal for scheduled heavy maintenance when the crew detected a technical issue shortly after takeoff. In line with standard operating procedures the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998337372518248653)  2025-12-09T10:22Z 1.8M followers, 4771 engagements


"NEWS FLASH PRESIDENT TINUBU SEEKS SENATE CONSENT ON TROOPS DEPLOYMENT TO BENIN REPUBLIC President Bola Tinubu this Tuesday transmitted to the senate a request seeking its consent to deploy Nigerian troops on peace mission to Benin Republic. In the communication the President explained that the deployment is to provide support in the country as requested by President Patrice Talon following the recent failed coup attempt. The deployment is in line with the protocol of the regional bloc Economic Community of West African States ECOWAS. It is also in tandem with section XX sub X of Nigeria's"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998357580180029533)  2025-12-09T11:42Z 1.8M followers, 43.6K engagements


"News flash Senate approves president Tinubus request to deploy Nigerian troops to Benin republic for peace mission in line with provisions of section X part X of the constitution of the federal republic of Nigeria. The expeditious approval according to the president of the senate Godswill Akpabio is to ensure peace and stability and to avoid humanitarian crisis in the sub region. Senate believes the action is a good step in the right direction"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998372261976326449)  2025-12-09T12:40Z 1.8M followers, 72.8K engagements


"NEWS FLASH ECOWAS PARLIAMENT COMMENDS NIGERIA'S INTERVENTION IN REPUBLIC OF BENIN ECOWAS Parliament has extended appreciation and stands by President Tinubu for prompt response to restore democracy in Benin Republic. The Deputy Speaker of ECOWAS Parliament who is also the Deputy President of Nigeria's Senate Barau Jibrin while communicating the resolution of the parliament of the regional bloc said Nigeria acted in best interest for peace and stability in West Africa"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998383050493669500)  2025-12-09T13:23Z 1.8M followers, 8103 engagements


"Breaking news Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State defects to Accord party"  
[X Link](https://x.com/NTANewsNow/status/1998458264544022847)  2025-12-09T18:22Z 1.8M followers, 12.8K engagements