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Breaking News: Flaws Discovered in BBC Report on Tinubu’s Certificate [See Details]
By Anthony Beauty
The recent BBC Africa report regarding President Bola Tinubu’s academic credentials, which initially stated there was no evidence of forgery, has come under scrutiny.
POLITICS NIGERIA reported that the BBC’s article, titled ‘Bola Tinubu diploma: No evidence Nigeria’s president forged college record,’ created a buzz when published on Wednesday, sparking reactions nationwide.
In a new development, the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) has uncovered inaccuracies in the BBC’s report.
FIJ conducted a thorough fact-check of Tinubu’s academic background after Chicago State University (CSU) released his academic records to Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in early October.
Upon analyzing the documents provided by CSU, FIJ found discrepancies in the replacement certificate that Tinubu submitted to the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) for the 2023 presidential election. This certificate lacked certain features found in CSU’s samples from the 1990s, including the year ‘1867’ and the signature position. The expression ‘with honors’ on Tinubu’s certificate, which was absent from CSU’s 1990s samples, raised further questions about its authenticity.
While the BBC had cited a fact-checking organization’s conclusion that Tinubu’s certificate was genuine, FIJ’s investigation contradicts this claim.
The BBC’s analysis relied on three Tinubu certificates:
The original certificate from 1979, which Tinubu claimed to have lost in the 1990s during his exile.
The second certificate submitted to INEC, purportedly a replacement diploma from CSU (similar to those issued in the 1990s).
Another replacement diploma from CSU, believed to be from the early 2000s, which Tinubu never collected.
FIJ clarified that Tinubu had only obtained a replacement certificate from CSU in the 1990s. They argued that the BBC’s assertion that the diploma’s appearance discrepancy was due to it being reissued in the 1990s did not hold water. Certificates from the 1990s, according to CSU’s records, did not include the ‘with honors’ distinction. Moreover, the BBC’s claim that CSU’s policy was to issue replacement certificates matching the current template, regardless of the graduation year, was undermined by the fact that Tinubu’s certificate bore the signature of the CSU’s current President, who took office in 2018, rendering it impossible for a certificate supposedly released in the 1990s.
In a deposition, Westberg admitted that Tinubu’s certificate submitted to INEC was not from CSU, further weakening the BBC’s report’s credibility.
This revelation raises significant questions about the authenticity of President Bola Tinubu’s academic certificate
By: Favour Bibaikefie
A tragic road accident involving Nigerian-British boxing star Anthony Joshua has reportedly claimed two lives in Ogun State, sparking concern across the country.
The incident occurred on Monday around the Makun axis of the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, one of Nigeria’s most heavily trafficked highways. Preliminary information indicates that a vehicle conveying the former heavyweight world champion was involved in a collision with another car, though the exact cause of the crash remains unclear.
Eyewitnesses said emergency responders and security personnel arrived at the scene shortly after the incident to manage traffic and assist victims. Two occupants of the other vehicle were confirmed dead, while details about injuries are still emeraina.
Eyewitnesses said emergency responders and security personnel arrived at the scene shortly after the incident to manage traffic and assist victims. Two occupants of the other vehicle were confirmed dead, while details about injuries are still emerging.
Sources close to the development said Joshua survived the accident, but officials are yet to release a comprehensive statement on his condition or the full circumstances surrounding the crash.
Authorities have commenced investigations to determine the cause of the collision, as motorists were advised to exercise caution while plying the expressway.
The Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has long been notorious for road accidents, often linked to speeding, congestion, and poor visibility, renewing calls for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and improved road safety measures.
By: Doubra Stanley
ABUJA, Nigeria – December 26, 2025
The United States military launched coordinated airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS) targets in northwest Nigeria on Thursday, confirming a significant escalation in international counter-terrorism cooperation.
President Donald Trump announced the operation, saying U.S. forces had carried out “powerful and deadly” strikes against militants linked to Islamic State in Sokoto State.
According to official statements, the strikes were ordered at the direction of the U.S. Commander-in-Chief and carried out with the support of Nigerian authorities, CBS News reported.
The U.S. Department of War released video footage showing munitions being launched toward militant positions, underscoring Washington’s commitment to confronting extremist groups in West Africa. U.S. Africa Command, which oversees American military operations on the continent, said the initial assessment pointed to the death of several ISIS fighters, Fox News reported.
In a social media post, President Trump framed the strikes as part of a broader effort to halt attacks on vulnerable communities, particularly in areas where extremist violence has surged.
Nigerian officials described the operation as part of ongoing security cooperation, emphasizing shared intelligence and strategic planning to counter persistent threats from extremist factions.
The operation marks one of the most visible U.S. military actions in Nigeria in 2025, reflecting deepening ties between Abuja and Washington in addressing the complex security landscape marked by Islamist insurgencies and criminal violence. Nigerian authorities reiterated that the fight against terrorism transcends religious lines, stressing that violent groups have targeted both Christian and Muslim communities in recent years, Reuters added.
Security analysts say the strikes may signal further foreign involvement in countering extremist networks in the region, even as Nigerian forces continue domestic operations against multiple militant groups.
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By: Divine Perezide
As the countdown begins for the forthcoming Ijaw Media Conference Volume 2, the organizers, Ijaw Publishers’ Forum (IPF) has announced that the President of Egbema Brotherhood, Alaowei Promise Lawuru, has accepted the role of Guest of Honour come December 2025.
IPF had earlier announced the second edition of its annual event, with the Christined “Safeguarding Niger Delta’s Natural Resources for Future Generations.”
Chief Lawuru, the young Ijaw businessman and politician, received a delegation of the Central Working Committee led by Pastor Arex Akemotubo last Monday, where the invitation was extended to him.
Akemotubo explained that this year’s theme was chosen out of concern for the growing strain on the region’s land and waters. The Publisher of WaffiTV stressed that the forum wants to strengthen public understanding, support honest reporting, and encourage leaders to protect the resources of the Niger Delta for generations to come, adding that Lawuru’s antecedence of service to humanity and unwavering commitment to community development made him a natural choice for the role.
Chief Lawuru welcomed the invitation and spoke warmly about the need for shared responsibility among stakeholders and groups such the IPF. He commended the Forum for using media to defend the region’s interests and promised full support for the conference.
Lawuru further urged other stakeholders across the Ijaw nation to throw their weight behind efforts that safeguard the resources and environment of Ijaw nation in particular and the larger Niger Delta region.
As the train continues to galvanise leaders across the region, IduwiniVoice can report that the who is who in the Niger Delta from business to political sphere are marked to be in attendance.
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