Nigerian musician Obumneme Ali, popularly known as Smash from the music group Bracket, has spoken about the long-running dispute between twin brothers Peter and Paul Okoye of P-Square. Speaking on the AFRIMMA Podcast alongside his bandmate Vast, Smash explained that he believes the clash between the two brothers goes beyond ordinary issues. Naija News reports that he revealed that in his view, the conflict is spiritual in nature. According to him, Paul once admitted to him that their fallout with each other was not normal. Smash added that while he shares a closer bond with Paul, he also visits Peter…
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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared that its elective National Convention will proceed as scheduled on November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State. Speaking on Tuesday at the inauguration of the National Convention Committee at the party headquarters in Abuja, acting National Chairman, Ambassador Iliya Damagum, dismissed reports of division in the party. He said, “Those against the convention are detractors who will not succeed. The PDP is alive and strong, and we are ready to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027.” The declaration comes less than 24 hours after a group of PDP leaders…
From record-breaking deals to fresh starts in Europe and Saudi Arabia, a good number of Nigerian footballers made headlines during the 2025 summer transfer window. Below is a roundup of some of the most notable moves involving Nigerian footballers during the 2025 summer transfer window: 1. Victor Osimhen – Galatasaray The Super Eagles striker stole the spotlight, moving from Napoli to Galatasaray for €75 million. It is now the most expensive transfer in Turkish football history. 2. Victor Boniface – Werder Bremen The 24-year-old forward joined Werder Bremen on a season-long loan from Bayer Leverkusen. His move was confirmed on…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has said it is prepared to work with suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara once he is reinstated to office on September 18. Naija News reports that the state party chairman, Tony Okocha, disclosed this during a news briefing in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, noting that cooperation with the governor would not prevent the APC from playing its role as the main opposition in the state. He said, “The governor who was suspended will return to office on September 18. The APC will work with him when he returns.” Okocha stressed that the APC…
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has lambasted the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and his loyalists for threatening the planned Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention. Naija News reports that Wike and his allies had raised a counter force against the party’s national convention, scheduled to hold in Ibadan on November 15-16. The leaders under the platform of Eminent Leaders and Concerned Stakeholders of the PDP in Abuja on Monday night, demanded fresh congresses in Ebonyi, Anambra, and Ekiti states to address what they described as outstanding disputes. The communique of the meeting, read by…
Nigerian football superstar Asisat Oshoala is on the brink of a new chapter in her illustrious career, as reports confirm her imminent transfer from Bay FC to Saudi Women’s League side, Al Hilal. According to The Athletic, Asisat Oshoala touched down in Saudi Arabia on Monday to undergo medical examinations, marking a move just one and a half years after joining Bay FC. The forward’s absence was felt during Bay FC’s 2-1 defeat to Angel City on Monday night, as she was not part of the matchday squad. “Bay FC and Al Hilal reached an agreement on an undisclosed transfer…
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, hosted former Governor of Nassarawa State, Senator Tanko Almakura, and former Governor of Katsina State, Aminu Masari, at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa in Abuja. Naija News reports the former Governors led members of the Buhari Organization on the visit and were received at the Aso Villa Banquet Hall. Details later… The post Tinubu Hosts Almakura, Masari In Aso Rock Villa appeared first on Naija News.
The chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Tony Okocha, has urged the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nysom Wike, to dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) formally. Okocha made the call on Tuesday while addressing newsmen in Port Harcourt. Naija News reports that Wike openly worked against the PDP in the 2023 presidential election and is currently serving as a Minister in the APC-led government, while remaining a member of the PDP. The Rivers APC Chairman, however, said that apart from Wike, the APC is also wooing other prominent politicians in Rivers State, including members of the…
The lawmaker representing Ohaozara, Onicha, and Ivo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Nkemkanma Kama, has formally resigned from the Labour Party (LP). Naija News reports that Kama announced his decision in a letter addressed to the ward chairman of the party in Amaze Ward, Ishiagu Community, Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. He explained that his decision followed wide consultations with his family, political associates, and other stakeholders. According to him, after much reflection, leaving the party was the right move for the interest of his constituents. “After extensive consultations with my immediate family members, political associates,…
Nigerian rapper, Tochukwu Gbubemi Ojogwu, known professionally as Odumodublvck, has opened up about how he narrowly escaped death due to illicit drug addiction. Naija News reports that Odumodublvck, in a recent episode of the Tea With Tay podcast, said he used to take illicit drugs while studying at the University of Lagos and almost died of an overdose during an episode. The ‘Pity The Boy’ hitmaker explained that he called his mother to book a flight for him to return to Abuja while battling with the overdose. Odumodublvck stated that he was grateful to God because not everyone who indulged…
