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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied reports that it declared businessman Abdullahi Bashir Haske wanted for political reasons. The EFCC, in a statement by its spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, also dismissed claims that Haske was declared wanted because he is the son-in-law of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The anti-graft agency said the businessman was declared wanted over an alleged case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering. Naija News recalls that the EFCC declared the businessman and son-in-law of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Abdullahi Bashir Haske, wanted. Haske was declared wanted by the anti-graft agency over an alleged…

The Sultan of Sokoto and President General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has declared Monday, 25th August, 2025, as the first Day of Rabi’ul Awwal 1447AH. Naija News reports that the declaration was contained in a statement signed by the Chairman of the Sultanate Council Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, and Wazirin Sokoto, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu. He stated that the decision followed reports from the Sultanate Council Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs in conjunction with the National Moon sighting Committee, which confirmed that no sighting of the new crescent was received from Moon sighting…

Afrobeat singer, Made Kuti has reacted to an online attack targeting his marriage to Inedoye Onyenso. Naija News reports that the troll criticized his decision to marry outside his ethnic group. He wrote on Instagram: “The face of another fooolish Yoruba man who married a useless osu Ibo woman. It will never be well for those of you who are mixing Ibo blood with Yoruba blood .” Reacting, Kuti explained that he felt pity for the individual and used the opportunity to speak about unity and the need for Africans to rise above tribal division. He recalled how past African…

Mrs Hajara Alabelewe, wife of the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kaduna State Council, Alhaji Abdulgafar Alabelewe, has died. Naija News understands that Alabelewe passed away in the early hours of Sunday, around 1 am, at a hospital in Kaduna following a brief illness. Confirming the incident, the NUJ chairman told journalists that his wife died after battling malaria. Until her death, Mrs Alabelewe worked with the Department of State Services (DSS) in Kaduna. According to the family, Janaza (funeral) prayers will be held at 2pm on Sunday at the Ansarul Islam Juma’at Mosque, Abakpa, by Lugard…

The Katsina State Government has condemned the bandits who attacked and killed worshippers in a mosque at Unguwan Mantau, Malumfashi Local Government Area, describing them as cowards. The Acting Governor, Alhaji Faruq Lawal-Jobe, stated this on Saturday in Katsina while inaugurating eight new Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) procured by the state to strengthen the fight against banditry. He described the incident as sad and most unfortunate. Speaking at the event, the acting governor vowed that the state would not be deterred by the attack. “So, the battle is not over until it is won. And, therefore, we will not relent,…

Tension engulfed Warri, Delta State, on Saturday following a violent clash between Itsekiri and Urhobo youths at the popular Okere Roundabout. The groups reportedly exchanged gunfire and attacked one another, leaving several people injured. According to SaharaReporters, a video obtained by the platform showed armed youths engaging in open confrontation while bystanders fled for safety. Eyewitnesses alleged that some police officers were present at the early stage of the clash but failed to intervene. However, armed operatives of the Nigeria Police Force later stormed the scene, firing tear gas to disperse the rival groups. Several individuals were said to have…

Nigerian gospel music minister and worshipper, Favour Uzo, officially releases her brand-new single titled “We Exalt You.” This powerful worship anthem is a heartfelt expression of reverence to the King of Kings and Sovereign God, declaring that only He deserves our praise now and forever. Rooted in scripture, “We Exalt You” draws inspiration from timeless verses of adoration: “I will exalt you, my God and King, and praise your name forever and ever” (Psalm 145:1 NLT), “O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together” (Psalm 34:3 KJV), and “Be thou exalted, O God, above the…

Dunamis Seeds Of Destiny 24 August 2025 Devotional By Dr. Paul Enenche: God’s Presence – The Birthplace Of Strength   TOPIC: God’s Presence – The Birthplace Of Strength (Seeds Of Destiny 24 August 2025) SCRIPTURE: They go from strength to strength, every one of them in Zion appeareth before God. Psalm 84:7 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: Spiritual strength makes it impossible for us to faint in the days of adversity. MESSAGE: Our anchor scripture makes it clear that the Presence of the Lord is the headquarters of strength. Psalm 96:6 corroborates this when it says, Honour and majesty are before him: strength and…

DCLM Daily Manna 24 August 2025 Devotional By Pastor W. F. Kumuyi — God’s Work On Your Shoulders   TOPIC: God’s Work On Your Shoulders (DCLM Daily Manna 24 August 2025) KEY VERSE: “And when Aaron and his sons have made an end of covering the sanctuary, and all the vessels of the sanctuary, as the camp is to set forward; after that, the sons of Kohath shall come to bear it: but they shall not touch any holy thing, lest they die. These things are the burden of the sons of Kohath in the tabernacle of the congregation” (Numbers 4:15). TEXT: Numbers 4:4-15 (KJV)…

What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? See the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for 23rd August, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market? Dollar to naira exchange rate today black market (Aboki dollar rate): The exchange rate for a dollar to naira at Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) players buy a dollar for ₦1555 and sell at ₦1550 on Saturday 23rd August, 2025, according to sources at Bureau De…