Written by The Benue State House of Assembly has announced a significant shake-up in its leadership, dissolving its former principal officers and appointing new lawmakers to strategic positions. In a statement issued on Thursday, September 11, 2025, by the Press Secretary to the Speaker, Zape Michael Upaa, the Assembly confirmed that Thomas Dugeri has emerged as the … Continue reading “Benue Assembly Reshuffles Leadership, Appoints New Principal Officers”
Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has dismissed speculations linking him to the chairmanship of the Nigeria Football Association (NFA). Speaking via a post shared on 𝕏 on Thursday, Fani-Kayode stated that he has no interest in football or leading the NFA. He described the report as fake news, adding that any report suggesting he was … Continue reading “This Is Deeply Insulting – Fani-Kayode Denies Link To Nigeria Football Association Race”
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has slammed the Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his comment on President Bola Tinubu‘s borrowings. Naija News reports that Peter Obi had recently urged accountants to confront the Tinubu-led Federal Government over what he called “reckless borrowings”. However, Lagos APC spokesman, Seye Oladejo, … Continue reading “‘You Have No Moral Authority To Lecture Anyone On Prudence’ – APC Blasts Peter Obi, Defends Tinubu’s Borrowing”
Nigerian singer, Tiwa Savage, has revealed why she is uncomfortable with being tagged as the “Queen of Afrobeats”. Naija News reports that the musician, during an interview with Apple Music’s Ebro, opined that there are a lot of other female artists who also deserve the title. The ’eminado’ crooner emphasised that while she appreciates fans … Continue reading “I Don’t Like ‘Queen Of Afrobeats’ Tag – Tiwa Savage”
One of the arrested commanders of the Ansaru terrorist organisation, Mahmud Usman, has been sentenced to fifteen years’ imprisonment. Naija News reports that Usman was sentenced to jail on Thursday by a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja. The trial judge, Justice Emeka Nwite, however, ordered the defendant to be remanded in the custody of … Continue reading “Court Sentences Ansaru Terrorist Commander To 15 Years Imprisonment”
Nigerian chess guru Tunde Onakoya has revealed that he is stepping away from 𝕏 (Twitter) to protect his peace of mind. Naija News reports that the founder of Chess in Slums Africa explained that the platform has become too draining for him and that constant negativity online has taken a toll on his emotions. Onakoya, … Continue reading “I Feel Too Much Darkness Pressing In – Tunde Onakoya Leaves Twitter”
The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Thursday, held a closed-door meeting with former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja. The meeting between the two leaders was held behind closed doors, according to details shared by Peter Obi on his X account. He added that their discussions focused on the state of Nigeria and … Continue reading “Peter Obi Holds Closed-door Meeting With Goodluck Jonathan In Abuja (Photos)”
Former Super Eagles captain, Mikel Obi, has opined that the entire Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) must be disbanded if the Super Eagles fail to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Naija News reports that the Super Eagles’ chances of reaching the next World Cup are very slim after drawing South Africa in a Group C … Continue reading “‘Entire NFF Board Has To Go If Nigeria Doesn’t Qualify For 2026 World Cup’ – Mikel Obi”
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ayodele Fayose, has boasted that the governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji, will break and surpass his electoral record. Speaking via a statement he issued on Thursday, Fayose stated that Oyebanji will break his record of 16-0 and surpass it by winning in all 177 state wards. … Continue reading “Oyebanji Will Be The One To Break My Record – Fayose Boasts”
Nigerian singer Young Jonn has spoken about his approach to relationships, saying he is not ready to commit to one woman at the moment. The Akwa-Ibom born music star shared his thoughts during an appearance on the ‘Way Up’ podcast hosted by Angela Yee. Naija News reports that he explained that he currently prefers to … Continue reading “Why I Don’t Want To Be In A Serious Relationship – Young Jonn”