Written by Former Kogi State Deputy Governor, Edward Onoja, has expressed optimism that former governor Yahaya Bello and suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, can put aside their differences and reconcile. Speaking on the Mic On podcast on Saturday, Onoja recalled that Bello and Natasha once enjoyed a cordial relationship, insisting that peace remained the best option. … Continue reading “‘Peace Better Than War’ – Onoja Urges Bello, Natasha To Reconcile Amid Senate Suspension Row”
The Ondo State command of the Nigeria Police Force has arrested a man identified as Abdullahi Saliu, who allegedly posed as a senior military officer and swindled victims of more than ₦1.37m in a fraudulent employment racket. In a statement titled “Ondo Police Command Arrest Fake Army Colonel Over ₦1.37m Employment Scam” and signed by … Continue reading “Police Nab ‘Army Colonel’ Over Alleged ₦1.37 Million Job Scam”
The loyalists of the Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have dismissed the 2027 presidential ticket threat by the factional National Publicity Secretary of the party, Abayomi Arabambi. Naija News reports that Arabambi, during an interview with Channels Television, said that the party would move into 2027 without Peter Obi. He argued that … Continue reading “‘Arabambi Has Lost His Way And Focus’ – Peter Obi’s Camp Kicks Over 2027 Presidential Ticket Threat”
Liverpool maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season with a heart-stopping 1-0 victory over newly promoted Burnley in their encounter on Sunday at Turf Moor Stadium. Naija News reports that Arne Slot’s men earned all three points courtesy of a stoppage-time penalty converted by Mohamed Salah after a handball by Burnley’s Hannibal Mejbri … Continue reading “Premier League Matchweek 4 Recap: Salah Sends Liverpool Top Again As Haaland Shines In Derby”
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has dismissed allegations by world record holder, Tobi Amusan, that Nigerian athletes were handed poor-quality kits at the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo, insisting that the hurdler received the same items as her teammates and even enjoyed preferential treatment. Naija News reports that Tobi Amusan had on Friday night … Continue reading “AFN Breaks Silence On Tobi Amusan’s ‘Nylon Bag Kits’”
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have arrested an Indian businessman, Gupta Ravi Kumar, and three other Nigerian accomplices in connection with the interception of 2,248,000 pills of tramadol (200mg/225mg) at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos. Naija News reports that NDLEA, in a statement issued on Sunday by the Director, Media and … Continue reading “NDLEA Intercepts Tramadol Worth ₦3.9 Billion At Lagos Airport, Arrest Indian Businessman, Three Others”
The Federal Government on Sunday issued a fresh warning that 32 locations across 11 states may experience heavy rainfall and flooding between September 14 and 18, 2025. The alert was contained in a flood prediction notice issued by the National Flood Early Warning Centre under the Federal Ministry of Environment, and signed by the Director, … Continue reading “FG Raises Alarm Over Likely Flooding In 11 States”
Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has urged Nigerians to repose confidence in a political party that would change Nigeria for the better and ensure freedom and prosperity for all. Naija News reports that Frank appealed in a statement issued on Sunday, while commending the Independent National Electoral … Continue reading “2027: ‘Nigerians Should Be Prepared To Vote And Defend Their Votes’ – Timi Frank”
A foundation member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Osita Okechukwu, has expressed displeasure over the continued face-off between Dangote Refinery and labour unions in the sector, including NUPENG, PENGASSAN, DAPMAN, IPMAN and informal actors in the oil industry. Naija News reports that the former Voice of Nigeria, VON, Director General, while speaking with journalists … Continue reading “Dangote: ‘NUPENG And Co Are Doing Mere Sabotage, Conspiracy Against Nigerians’ – Osita Okechukwu”
The Labour Party (LP) 2023 Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, visited the Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, at his private residence in Bodija, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Naija News reports that Peter Obi, while speaking during the Sunday visit, said his purpose was to congratulate Ladoja as the next 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. He said, “My … Continue reading “Why I Visited Olubadan Designate, Ladoja – Peter Obi”