Written by The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the National Assembly’s decision to bar Kogi Central lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, from resuming her seat in the Senate after the six-month suspension imposed on her by the Senate leadership. The PDP, in a statement on Tuesday by its spokesperson, Debo Ologunagba, stated that Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the ruling … Continue reading “Disregard The Letter From The National Assembly, Get Ready To Resume – PDP Tells Senator Natasha”
The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has announced the suspension of its ongoing nationwide strike over its dispute with the Dangote Group. Naija News recalls that NUPENG had on Monday declared a nationwide industrial action to protest the refusal of the Dangote Group to allow its workers to join the union, … Continue reading “NUPENG Suspends Nationwide Strike”
The Super Eagles of Nigeria played a 1-1 draw against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein on Tuesday Naija News reports that the Super Eagles needed a win to spark their hope of qualifying for next year’s World cup. Ahead of the match, South Africa, leading Group C, … Continue reading “World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria, South Africa Match End 1-1”
Olubadan-designate and former Oyo State governor, Rashidi Ladoja, has pledged to return to the classroom after his coronation, promising to teach Mathematics and Physics to students of his alma mater, Ibadan Boys’ High School. Naija News reports that Ladoja, who once served as a teacher in the school before venturing into politics, made the vow … Continue reading “Olubadan-Designate Ladoja Vows To Teach After Coronation”
Nollywood actor Saidi Balogun has reacted to the constant flooding in Lagos, blaming it on the way residents dispose of refuse. Naija News reports that the actor, in a video posted on Instagram said most of the problems are caused by people throwing waste into gutters and blocking drainage channels. He recalled seeing similar acts … Continue reading “Residents Should Be Blamed For Flood Crisis In Lagos – Balogun”
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, has claimed that more governors will defect to the party to strengthen President Bola Tinubu’s second-term bid. He stated this on Tuesday during the 12th Expanded Stakeholders’ Meeting of the APC in Bayelsa State, where the party formally endorsed Tinubu as its sole presidential … Continue reading “More Governors And Lawmakers Are On Their Way To APC – Yilwatda”
Tanzanian singer Juma Jux has revealed his desire to grow his family with his Nigerian wife, Priscilla Ojo. Naija News reports that this comes barely a month after they welcomed their first child. Priscilla, on her Instagram page, shared pictures from a pop-up store in Canada, where she was seen posing with her baby boy. … Continue reading “Our Son Needs Siblings ASAP – Juma Jux Tells Priscilla Ojo Weeks After Baby’s Birth”
The Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri has said that the former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, was neither invited nor scheduled to speak at this year’s Archdiocesan Day/Odenigbo Lecture. Archdiocesan Chancellor/Secretary, Rev. Fr. Patrick C. Mbarah made the clarification on Tuesday while addressing the press. He condemned the misrepresentation of facts and outright falsehood on social … Continue reading “We Did Not Invite El-Rufai To Deliver Any Speech At Our Event – Owerri Catholic Archdiocese Clears Air”
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reacted to the recent remarks and subsequent retraction by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, over Nigeria’s rising debt profile. The opposition party described the Speaker’s backpedalling as a missed opportunity for courageous leadership. Naija News reports that the House of Representatives Speaker was … Continue reading “‘Don’t Deny The Truth, You Missed Opportunity’ – ADC Tackles Abbas”
The Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, has explained the decision to use the headquarters of the Department of State Services (DSS) in Abuja for the meeting between Dangote Refinery officials and the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG). Speaking to Vanguard after the meeting on Tuesday, Dingyadi explained that … Continue reading “Why NUPENG, Dangote Refinery Meeting Was Held At DSS Office – Minister”