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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly placed a former Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, on its watchlist. Naija News reports that the former NNPC boss was placed on the watch list over the ongoing probe into the $7.2 billion refineries’ turnaround maintenance, Daily Trust can report. Recall that the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Tuesday ordered a temporary freezing of four bank accounts linked to him over allegations of fraud. Speaking to Daily Trust, multiple sources at the EFCC disclosed that investigations into the activities of…

The University of the Philippines (UP) has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of its Nigerian basketball recruit, Israel Osamudiame Friday. Naija News understands that the 19-year-old collapsed during a practice session on Tuesday inside the Varsity Training Centre in Diliman and was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. Friday, who would have turned 20 on September 6, was among the newest signings for the UP Fighting Maroons. Confirming the tragedy, Bo Perasol, Director of the UP Office for Athletics and Sports Development, stated that the university community was devastated. “UP is heartbroken to confirm that one…

Natasha Osawaru, the newly married wife of Nigerian music icon, Innocent Ujah Idibia popularly known as 2Baba, has congratulated the singer over his recent achievement. Naija News reports that Billboard, the American music magazine, released its ranking of the 50 best Afrobeats songs of all time. It named 2Baba, as number one on the list. His classic hit African Queen was voted the greatest Afrobeats song ever recorded, cementing its place as one of the most celebrated tracks from the continent. Reacting to the news, Natasha celebrated 2Baba’s talent and impact, calling him a living legend and acknowledging his contribution…

Barnsley boss Conor Hourihane has confirmed that Kelechi Nwakali will not feature in his plans for the new season. Kelechi Nwakali, 26, who joined the Reds last August, has been frozen out of the squad since pre-season. Asked about Nwakali’s future ahead of Barnsley’s clash with Peterborough United, Hourihane said, “Yeah, that’ll be the plan. We are looking to move him on.” The former Arsenal man has endured a nomadic career since leaving the Gunners, with spells in Spain and Portugal. His exit from Oakwell now looks inevitable, though it remains unclear whether it will be a loan or a…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has urged Nigerians to refrain from claiming that the recent Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) probe of former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal was politically motivated. Naija News recalls that the EFCC had detained Tambuwal in Abuja over an alleged fraudulent withdrawal of cash to the tune of ₦189 billion. Speaking in an interview with Channels Television, Wike stated that investigations by the EFCC are routine and should not automatically be perceived as a political witch-hunt. He said, “People should stop claiming that Tambuwal is being witch-hunted because he belongs to the…

A member of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Musa Gude, has disclosed that he appointed 106 aides to assist in carrying out his legislative responsibilities and in “serving his constituents.” Gude, who represents the Uke/Karshi constituency under the Social Democratic Party (SDP) platform, revealed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lafia, the state capital, on Tuesday. According to him, the appointments were not just for service delivery but also to enhance the welfare of the aides and their families. “I want to disclose that I have 106 aides on my payroll, including special…

Following the release of Okun Ri O (Tremble O Earth), gospel music minister Joshua Oyetunde returns with a powerful new sound, Mimo (Holy); a deeply stirring song that calls believers back to consecration, intimacy, and reverence for God. Mimo (Holy) is more than just a song; it is a spiritual reminder of God’s nature, a call to purity, holiness, and daily spiritual alertness. Born out of a burden to rekindle a holy lifestyle among Christians, the song carries a prophetic message urging the Church to live in the consciousness of God’s presence. The track was recorded live in Abuja as part…

Late veteran Nollywood actor, Kehinde Olusegun Akinremi, popularly known as Chief Kanran, was severely plagued by appendicitis before his demise. Naija News reports that United States-based lawyer and astronaut, Owolabi Salis, made this known in a statement on Tuesday, recounting details of his last-minute intervention to save the actor’s life. Salis said that Chief Kanran reached out to him in July seeking financial support for an urgent surgery, and he immediately transferred the requested amount to the actor. According to him, Kanran expressed gratitude for the support through subsequent voice notes on July 28 and August 1. He said, “On…

Human rights activist, Mahdi Shehu, has stated that the former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has lost his political weight. Shehu argued that the recent by-elections show that those relying on El-Rufai are on a political suicide mission. He described El-Rufai as a political burden and warned opposition parties against relying on him for electoral victories. Speaking via a statement, he stated that the rejection of ADC and its allies in Basawa, Zaria Kewaye, and Chikun/Kajuru constituencies was a direct message to El-Rufai. “Zaria people and voters have not forgotten, neither have their schooling children, nor their pensioners, teachers…

The management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, has placed a ban on the popular “signing off” celebrations usually carried out by final-year students after their examinations. Naija News reports that directive was announced on Tuesday in a statement signed by the Registrar, Dr. Chinenye Okeke. According to the university, the decision takes effect immediately. The school explained that the yearly ritual often leads to chaos, violence, and disruption of normal academic activities within the campus. It also raised concerns about the presence of outsiders who usually join the celebrations, saying their actions pose risks to the safety of students and…