Nigeria Top 5 News – 20 August 2025

EFCC Detains Senior Hajj Commission Officials

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has detained two senior officials from the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) over alleged financial misconduct related to the 2025 Hajj operations.

Source: EFCC

Nigeria Governors’ Forum Launches 'Investopedia'

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has launched a new platform named 'Investopedia' to attract investments and bridge Nigeria's infrastructure financing gap.

Source: Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF)

Seplat Energy Expands LPG Supply

Seplat Energy Plc has begun supplying Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) from the former ExxonMobil Bonny River Terminal, boosting Nigeria’s domestic energy supply.

Source: Seplat Energy Plc

NUJ Praises Security Forces for Ansaru Arrests

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) commended security agencies following the arrest of two senior commanders of the Ansaru terrorist group.

Source: Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ)

Lagos State Declares Isese Festival Holiday

Lagos State declared 20 August 2025 a public holiday to celebrate the Isese Festival, promoting Yoruba cultural heritage and traditional practices.

Source: Lagos State Government