Ripples Nigeria

Ripples Nigeria is an online news outlet located in Lagos, Nigeria. Established in 2015, it operates independently and emphasizes investigative journalism. The platform primarily covers topics related to politics, policies, and the economy, making it a versatile multimedia source for news.

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Border security, police funding on agenda as Minister raises alarm over Nigeria’s security architecture

1 week ago | ripplesnigeria.com | Mayowa Oladeji

In a candid and urgent address, Nigeria’s Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, sounded the alarm over what he described as fundamental cracks in the nation’s internal security infrastructure, warning that underfunded agencies and porous borders are deepening Nigeria’s vulnerability to insecurity.
BENUE KILLINGS: Amid failure to nab bandit leader, Turji, CDS Musa vows to restore peace, rallies stakeholders

1 week ago | ripplesnigeria.com | Mayowa Oladeji

As Benue State grapples with yet another wave of deadly violence, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has made an emotional appeal for unity and community collaboration to stem the bloodshed. In a heartfelt address to traditional rulers and local leaders in Makurdi on Tuesday, the Defence Chief again vowed that the military would not rest until peace is restored. “This is personal for me,” General Musa said.
‘As long as Obi takes on Tinubu, I’ll tackle him,’ Reno Omokri reaffirms support for President

1 week ago | ripplesnigeria.com | Mayowa Oladeji

A former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has again stirred debate in Nigeria’s political circles by openly reaffirming his unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu. He also vowed to confront Labour Party’s former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, whenever the latter criticizes the president. “As long as Obi takes on President Tinubu, I will tackle him,” Omokri declared in a statement on Tuesday.
Nigerian govt to close infrastructure gap through Public-Private Partnerships

1 week ago | ripplesnigeria.com | Mayowa Oladeji

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to narrowing Nigeria’s vast infrastructure gap by deepening collaboration with the private sector. The Director-General of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), Mr. Jobson Ewalefoh, disclosed this on Tuesday at the opening of the Nigeria Public-Private Partnership Summit 2025, held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja.
Obasanjo advocates incentives for health workers to brain drain

1 week ago | ripplesnigeria.com | Mayowa Oladeji

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday urged governments at all levels in Nigeria to address the worsening exodus of health professionals by providing better working conditions, adequate remuneration, and a conducive environment for medical practice. Obasanjo, who spoke at the commissioning of the renovated Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital in Gusau, Zamfara State, decried the trend of mass migration of Nigerian doctors and nurses in search of better opportunities abroad.
Bode George accuses Tinubu of undermining Nigeria's democracy

1 week ago | ripplesnigeria.com | Mayowa Oladeji

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of steering Nigeria toward authoritarianism. Speaking to journalists on Monday in Lagos, George expressed concern over what he described as a dangerous erosion of democratic norms under the current government. The former Ondo State military governor painted a grim picture of a country at risk of forgetting the hard-won lessons of its democratic journey.
As promised, Nigerian govt launches digital portal for National Youth Conference

1 week ago | ripplesnigeria.com | Mayowa Oladeji

The Federal Government has unveiled the official digital portal for the upcoming Nigeria Youth Conference, otherwise known as the National Youth Confab, in a bid to foster youth engagement in policymaking and national development.
IGP Egbetokun leads tactical units to Benue amid rising violence

1 week ago | ripplesnigeria.com | Mayowa Oladeji

Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun arrived in Benue State on Monday to oversee efforts to contain escalating violence and restore security, following a deadly wave of attacks by suspected herders that have left more than 160 people dead across multiple communities. Dressed in full uniform, Egbetokun touched down in Makurdi, immediately deploying tactical police units into troubled areas. A statement from the Nigeria Police Force confirmed the intensification of security operations.
After multiple promises, Nigerian Air Force hopes on US fighter helicopters to end insecurity

1 week ago | ripplesnigeria.com | Mayowa Oladeji

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, has called for the accelerated delivery of 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters being procured from the United States, emphasizing their urgent role in strengthening Nigeria’s counter-terrorism and internal security operations. This appeal was made during a high-level programme management review meeting held in San Diego, California, from June 9 to 13, 2025.
Edo Gov, Okpebholo, says divine mandate fuels war against cultism

1 week ago | ripplesnigeria.com | Mayowa Oladeji

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has declared that his emergence as the state’s leader is divinely orchestrated, particularly in light of the ongoing campaign against cult-related violence and social unrest in the state. Speaking during a special thanksgiving mass held at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Ekpoma on Sunday, Governor Okpebholo said he believes he was chosen by God specifically to confront the scourge of cultism in Edo.