Posts

Showing posts with the label spotlight African Reporters

Top Story

BREAKING: Hardship: Foursquare GO Urges Nigerians Not to Abandon Faith

Image
By Spotlight African Reporters | Abuja September 25, 2026 The General Overseer of the Foursquare Gospel Church in Nigeria, Rev. Sam Aboyeji, has urged Nigerians to remain steadfast in their faith despite the economic hardship and mounting pressures facing citizens across the country. Aboyeji gave the advice during the first District Convocation and District Anniversary of the Foursquare Gospel Church, Pleasure District, in Lagos. Represented at the event by the Ikeja Axis Coordinator, Rev. Ayomide Abraham, the cleric encouraged Nigerians to continue trusting God for better times while remaining grateful for His provisions.  He acknowledged the economic pressure associated with high petrol prices but urged citizens to also recognise developments in the country, including improvements in infrastructure and access to student loans. The Foursquare leader further called on Nigerians to continue praying for economic recovery and an end to insecurity, while encouraging Christi...

Mali Acquires New Presidential Aircraft Following 2024 Terrorist Attack

Image
Mali Acquires New Presidential Aircraft Following 2024 Terrorist Attack The Government of Mali has strengthened its presidential fleet with the acquisition of a new Boeing 737 presidential aircraft valued at 15.6 billion CFA francs. The new aircraft replaces the previous presidential jet, which was destroyed during the September 17, 2024, terrorist attack on Bamako Airport. According to Malian authorities, the acquisition is aimed at ensuring the uninterrupted functioning of government operations and official state engagements. Officials also stated that insurance compensation from the destroyed aircraft, along with proceeds from the sale of salvageable parts, is expected to significantly reduce the financial burden of the purchase on the government. The development comes as Mali continues efforts to reinforce state institutions and maintain continuity in governance amid ongoing security challenges. What are your thoughts on Mali's decision to acquire a new presidential aircraft? S...

Tinubu Rules Out Negotiations with Kidnappers, Reaffirms Security Crackdown

Image
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that the Federal Government will never negotiate with kidnappers, terrorists, or other criminal groups threatening the nation's security. Speaking on Thursday, the President reaffirmed his administration's commitment to tackling insecurity through decisive military action, stressing that Nigeria's security agencies will continue to pursue and confront criminal elements without paying ransom. President Tinubu also revealed plans to establish state police as part of broader security reforms aimed at improving law enforcement and enhancing the ability of states to respond swiftly to local security challenges. In addition, he announced that the Federal Government will expand military formations across the country to strengthen the operational capacity of the armed forces in the ongoing fight against terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and other violent crimes. The President emphasized that protecting the lives and property of Nigerians rema...