Here’s what’s happening in Nigeria today (May 25, 2026) in a simple summary: 🇳🇬 Top news in Nigeria today 1. Security situation Nigerian troops rescued 92 people kidnapped by armed militants in Borno State in a major operation in the northeast. AP News Authorities say security operations are being strengthened ahead of upcoming Sallah celebrations due to possible attacks in the region. Punch Newspapers The northeast is still the main hotspot for insurgency and kidnapping incidents. 2. Politics President Bola Tinubu has been confirmed as the APC presidential candidate for the 2027 election after winning the party primary. Political attention is already shifting toward the 2027 general elections and party alignments. 3. Anti-corruption Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman has been arrested after being sentenced to 75 years in prison for corruption and money laundering, following an EFCC crackdown. Reuters 4. Economy & business Fuel sector tension continues as marketers push back against Dangote Refinery’s legal challenge over fuel import licences, a major issue affecting Nigeria’s oil market structure. Reuters 5. Crime & enforcement NDLEA arrested a 63-year-old foreign national at Lagos airport for drug trafficking attempt, showing ongoing anti-drug enforcement at airports nationwide.
