Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Thursday, 4th December, 2025

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Thursday, 4th December, 2025

1. Senate Confirms Christopher Musa As Nigeria’s New Minister Of Defence

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed General Christopher Musa (rtd) as the new Minister of Defence for Nigeria.

Naija News reports that Musa was confirmed by the lawmakers after about five hours of grilling, questioning and interrogations by members of the upper legislative chamber.

It would be recalled that President Bola Tinubu had nominated Musa for appointment as a replacement for Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, who resigned from the position based on health grounds.

During his screening, Musa pledged to carry out a zero-tolerance policy on banditry and terrorism once he assumes office.

He assured Senators that he would deploy firm and decisive strategies to confront the country’s security threats.

The former Chief of Defence Staff stressed that his leadership would not hesitate to apply the full force of the armed forces against criminal elements destabilising communities.

2. Trump Slams US Visa Restrictions On ‘Persecutors’ Of Nigerian Christians

Secretary of State, Senator Marco Rubio, has revealed that the United States is implementing decisive measures against those responsible for alleged atrocities and violence targeting Christians in Nigeria and worldwide.

Naija News reports that the President Donald Trump administration has already restricted visas for human rights abuses and sharply curtailed visas in general, especially for people from developing countries.

The State Department will now restrict U.S. entry visas for any individuals or officials who “knowingly direct, authorize, fund, support, or carry out violations of religious freedom.”

The new policy explicitly applies to Nigeria as well as other governments and individuals engaged in the persecution of people based on their religious beliefs.

3. House Of Reps Charges Tinubu’s Govt To Name Sponsors Of Terrorism, Banditry

The House of Representatives, led by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, has asked the President Bola Tinubu-led government to reveal the financiers of terrorism and banditry in Nigeria.

Naija News reports that the green chamber passed the resolution during Wednesday’s plenary after adopting a report of its security debate, which took place last week.

The report reads, “That financiers of terrorism, banditry and kidnapping be publicly named, sanctioned and prosecuted.

“That terrorism-related prosecutions be open, expeditious and transparent.”

The lawmakers asked the federal government to establish a special court for terrorism, banditry and kidnapping.

The legislators said the penalties for arms trafficking and illegal possession of weapons should be strengthened and strictly enforced.

The parliamentarians said a truth, justice and reconciliation commission should be established to address extremist, communal and religiously motivated violence.

The lawmakers said the more than 40 security recommendations will be forwarded to the senate for concurrence, and then transmitted to President Bola Tinubu, security agencies, state governments and other relevant institutions for implementation.

4. FG Exposes 15 Illegal Companies Operating In Nigeria

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has issued a public warning urging Nigerians to exercise extreme caution when dealing with individuals or organizations using the names and purported registration numbers of 15 entities that are not registered in the Commission’s official database.

The warning, delivered via a public notice on X, is a response to increasing public complaints about suspicious and fraudulent business operations.

The CAC confirmed that the following fifteen entities are operating with fake registration details:

The CAC emphasized that any dealings with these organizations would not be protected under the law, as they lack legitimate corporate status.

To protect investors, businesses, and the public from fraudulent activities, the Commission urged Nigerians and businesses to verify all entity details before committing to any transaction.

5. “Trump Is On Our Neck” – Reasons Behind Senate’s Rejection Of Bow And Go Screening For Musa Emerges

The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday, rejected a motion for the former Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, to take a bow and go without fielding questions during his public screening before the National Assembly.

The motion was moved by Niger East Senator, Sani Musa, who argued that Musa, who was nominated for the position of Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, has been grilled behind closed doors and has also operated at the topmost echelon of the nation’s security architecture.

However, the motion, which generated heated reactions from the lawmakers, was also firmly rejected by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, who presided over the day’s plenary.

According to Akpabio, the nominee could not be allowed to take a bow without fielding questions because of the international focus on Nigeria’s security situation.

Specifically, the Senate President mentioned that United States President, Donald Trump, is on their necks, and Musa must also be questioned on how he intends to manage the security situation in the country.

He submitted that the current challenges of insecurity in the country do not leave room for ‘bow and go ‘ politics.

6. Badaru Addresses Claim Of Resigning Over US, Tinubu Military Actions

Former Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has dismissed claims from an online publication that he resigned from the Federal Executive Council because he could not “stand and watch the U.S. and President Bola Tinubu government bombing our brothers in the forest.”

Naija News reports that Badaru, in his resignation letter, had cited health reasons for his decision to step down.

However, a report from an online publication stated otherwise.

Addressing the claims in a statement, Badaru stated that the report was malicious, false, and deliberately mischievous,” insisting he never made such a comment, either directly or through any representative.

He stated that the fabricated claim was intended to damage his reputation, strain his relationship with Tinubu, and create unnecessary controversy surrounding national security matters.

Badaru stressed that the genuine reasons for his resignation were formally conveyed to the President and publicly reported through credible media platforms, warning that any alternative narrative was “a complete falsehood engineered by mischief makers.”

7. ‘This Is Dangerous Situation, I Need Everyone To Cease Fire’ – 2Baba

Nigerian music icon, Innocent Idibia, better known as 2Baba, has dismissed a social media post appealing for help amid the current crisis in his union with his wife, Natasha.

Naija News reports that 2Baba, in a short message shared on his Instagram Story on Wednesday, wrote, “Help me.”

However, the singer in a new video shared online denied making such a post, stating that he is perfectly fine.

2Baba described the outrage over the social media post as ‘a dangerous situation’ and urged everyone, including his fans, to cease fire.

According to him, such a message puts Natasha at risk, adding that the issues in their marriage will be resolved.

8. ‘I’m Afraid Of Being Broke’ – Peter Okoye

Award-winning Nigerian singer, Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has declared he is afraid of poverty and being broke.

Naija News reports that Mr P, during an interview in a recent episode of the Nancy Isime Show, said he is not afraid of death.

Recounting his childhood experiences, the singer said his family’s rented single-room apartment and was demolished after the landlord sold the property.

Mr P emphasised that he had tasted poverty and he does not wish to return to it.

9. Sunday Oliseh Reveals Why Wilfred Ndidi Should Be Super Eagles’ New Captain

Sunday Oliseh has praised Wilfred Ndidi for the way he has quietly taken on a leadership role within the Super Eagles, saying the Besiktas midfielder now commands genuine respect from his teammates.

Speaking on the Oliseh Insight Podcast as Nigeria steps up their preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, the former national team captain said Wilfred Ndidi has shown the kind of maturity and consistency that naturally draws players towards him.

“At the moment, I think nobody doubts the respect the players have for Ndidi. And he’s a player that plays every game,” Oliseh said.

“I am not trying to push for who is going to be captain, but I think Ndidi is already the captain anyway because he captained the last game.”

Oliseh, who once wore the armband before coaching the team, urged whoever is eventually appointed captain to adopt a more proactive style of leadership.

He recalled how he and the late Stephen Keshi set the tone during their time by taking personal responsibility for keeping the squad together.

10. We Are Going To Lose Samuel Chukwueze Again – Fulham Coach Laments

Fulham boss Marco Silva has lamented over the possibility of being without the club’s loanee, Samuel Chukwueze, for at least 15 days due to the forthcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Naija News reports that Chukwueze came off the bench to spark life into the second half of Fulham’s Premier League clash with Manchester City on Tuesday. The Nigerian midfielder scored twice to record his first pair of goals for the club. Unfortunately, his effort wasn’t enough as Fulham fell 5-4 at the hands of their visitors at Craven Cottage.

The Nigerian international is expected to bring the form to the Super Eagles camp ahead of the 2025 AFCON, which will kick off on December 21 in Morocco.

Following Fulham’s defeat to Manchester City, Silva praised Chukwueze for his eye-catching performance. The coach admitted he was delighted with the Nigerian’s impact, although he expressed concern about losing the winger again to international duty.

That’s the top Nigerian newspaper headlines for today. Read more Nigerian news on Naija News. See you again tomorrow.