Good morning dear esteemed readers!Here is a clear and concise summary of the major developments from Nigeria this morning, November 16, 2025.
1. PDP Elects New National Chairman: A former Minister, Kabiru Turaki, has been elected as the new National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at its national convention in Ibadan.
2. Taraba Governor Set to Join APC: Preparations are in top gear for Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, to formally defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday.
3. APC Chieftain Gunned Down in Zamfara: A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Umar Sarkin Fada Moriki, has been killed by unidentified gunmen in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
4. NDLEA Boss Vows Crackdown on Drug Barons: The Chairman of the NDLEA, Brig.-Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa, has vowed that his second term will feature an intensified crackdown on drug traffickers across Nigeria.
5. Adamawa Governor Kicks Against Wike’s Expulsion: Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has opposed the expulsion of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike from the PDP, stating it is not in the party’s best interest.
6. Nigerian Army Troops Survive Terrorist Ambush: The Nigerian Army has confirmed that its troops from the 25 Task Force Brigade ran into a terrorist ambush in Borno State while returning from an operation in Sambisa Forest.
7. Ondo Assembly Speaker Faces Impeachment Calls: The Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, has stated that demands for his impeachment are personal, as 14 lawmakers passed a vote of confidence in him.
8. PDP Expels Wike, Fayose, and Eight Others: The Umar Damagun-led PDP has expelled FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, former Governor Ayodele Fayose, and eight other members over alleged anti-party activities.
9. Police Arrest 21 Students for Cult Activities: The Edo State Police Command has arrested 21 secondary school students, aged between 14 and 17, for suspected cult-related activities in Benin City.
10. Military Arrests Suspected Gunrunner in Plateau: The Joint Military Task Force in Plateau State has apprehended a suspected gunrunner, Ishaya Musa, and recovered several arms in the Bassa Local Government Area.
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Disclaimer
This news summary is a condensed digest of reports from various Nigerian news outlets. The original source is credited to CDA News Nigeria. While we strive for accuracy, the views and facts presented are those of the original publication.
