Welcome to today’s NaijaBlog roundup of the top news stories making waves across Nigeria this Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

1. Tinubu Ends Vacation, Reveals Return Date

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has concluded his work vacation ahead of schedule and will return to Abuja today, September 16, 2025, to resume official duties.

His Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.

Tinubu departed for France on September 4, intending to split his holiday between France and the United Kingdom. However, he returned earlier after holding a private luncheon with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace, where both leaders reviewed bilateral cooperation and pledged to deepen ties for mutual prosperity.

2. Inflation Drops To 21.12% In August — Fifth Consecutive Decline

Nigeria’s inflation rate eased to 21.12% in August 2025, marking the fifth consecutive monthly decline from 21.88% in July.

According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the drop was largely due to slowing food prices. On a month-to-month basis, inflation dipped by 0.74%, while food inflation slowed to 1.65%.

The report also shows year-on-year improvement compared to August 2024, when inflation stood at 32.15%.

3. Atiku: No Signs Tinubu’s Govt Can Address Severe Hunger

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Monday criticized President Bola Tinubu’s government over worsening hunger in the country.

Through a statement by his aide, Paul Ibe, Atiku argued that there were “no manifest signs” that the administration could tackle food insecurity, warning that revolutions in history — including the French Revolution and the Arab Spring — were triggered by poverty and hunger.

He urged the government to prioritize citizens’ welfare and adopt reforms with a human face.

4. Court Returns Nnamdi Kanu’s Motion To CJ For Reassignment

The Federal High Court in Abuja has returned a motion filed by detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, to the Chief Judge for reassignment.

Kanu’s lawyers had sought his transfer to the National Hospital, Abuja, citing deteriorating health conditions.

Justice Musa Liman ruled that the case could not be completed during the court’s annual vacation and must be reassigned, despite acknowledging the urgency of the request.

5. Abuja Doctors Begin Indefinite Strike Over Unresolved Demands

The Association of Resident Doctors (ARD-FCTA) in Abuja has commenced an indefinite strike effective Monday, September 15, 2025.

The doctors accused the FCT Administration of neglecting long-standing issues, including non-payment of salaries for 26 members, unexplained deductions, and lack of promotions since 2023.

ARD-FCTA President, Dr. George Ebong, lamented the poor state of hospital facilities, stating, “Some hospitals don’t even have X-ray machines.”

6. Presidency Replies Atiku: ‘Talk Is Cheap’

The Presidency has responded to Atiku Abubakar’s criticism, describing his comments as misleading and out of touch with Nigeria’s progress under Tinubu.

Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President, said Nigeria is experiencing unprecedented revenue growth, enabling states to pay salaries, gratuities, and still fund capital projects.

7. Guinness World Records Confirms Hilda Baci’s Jollof Rice Feat

Guinness World Records has officially confirmed Nigerian chef Hilda Baci’s record for cooking the largest pot of jollof rice.

The feat, achieved in Lagos, produced 8,780kg of Nigerian-style jollof rice. GWR made the announcement on Monday via its official 𝕏 handle.

Baci had earlier made global headlines in 2023 when she set the record for the longest cooking marathon (93 hours, 11 minutes).

8. Bimbo Oshin Remembers Husband Four Years After Death

Nollywood actress Bimbo Oshin has paid tribute to her late husband, Ola Ibironke (Dudu Heritage), four years after his sudden passing.

In an emotional Instagram post, Oshin wrote about the emptiness his absence left in their lives, noting that while their children are growing stronger, they still long for their father’s love and guidance.

9. Amusan Wins Silver At World Championships, Nigeria’s First Medal

World record holder Tobi Amusan won silver in the women’s 100m hurdles at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

She clocked 12.29 seconds, finishing behind Switzerland’s Ditaji Kambundji, who set a national record.

Amusan’s performance delivered Nigeria’s first medal of the championship, reinforcing her status as one of the most consistent hurdlers globally.

10. Shehu Dikko Speaks On Future Of Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle

National Sports Commission Chairman, Shehu Dikko, has clarified that the commission does not directly decide the fate of Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle.

He explained that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has the authority to assess Chelle’s performance and recommend actions.

The comments follow rising discontent over Nigeria’s poor World Cup qualification campaign after a 1-1 draw against South Africa.

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