The stage is set for the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League group stages after Wednesday night’s play-off drama delivered the final four names to complete the expanded 36-team line-up. Benfica, Club Brugge, Qarabağ and Copenhagen all sealed qualification in emphatic or nervy fashion, joining Europe’s heavyweights and a handful of first-time entrants in the newly formatted league phase. The official draw will take place later today, August 28, in Monaco at 5 p.m., where each club will learn its eight unique opponents. Naija News reports that Kairat Almaty carved their names into football history on Tuesday night, holding their nerve to…
Author: admin
An officer of the Nigeria Police Force has been arrested following the fatal shooting of a soldier in Futuk, Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State. Naija News reports that the incident, which occurred on Monday evening, sparked tension in the community and prompted a swift joint investigation by both the Nigerian Army and the Police Force. The Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 33 Artillery Brigade Bauchi, Atang Hallet Solomon, confirmed the development, saying the officer had been taken into custody. “The case is currently under joint investigation by the Police and the Army. Discussions are ongoing between the…
Recently evicted Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) housemate, Kayikunmi, has clarified that his romantic involvement with fellow contestant, Isabella, was part of the reality show’s strategy and not a genuine relationship. Speaking in a post-eviction interview, Kayikunmi explained that although there was mutual liking between himself and Isabella, the bond was largely influenced by the dynamics of the show. “My relationship with Isabella was just a game. And inasmuch as we played the game, we liked each other. But now that I am outside the house, I am trying to focus on myself,” he said. Plans If Given Another Chance The…
Media personality Toke Makinwa has become a mother as she announced the arrival of her baby girl. Naija News reports that the news comes weeks after she revealed that she was expecting her first child. In a post on her Instagram page, the new mother shared her joy on social media, describing the birth of her daughter as a miracle and a fulfillment of her prayers. The 40-year-old revealed her baby’s name as Yakira Eliana Olakitan Iyanuoluwa Ikeoluwa Adunola, expressing gratitude for the experience of motherhood. She wrote; “I’m a Mommy… This is the happiest I’ve ever been. My precious…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth Congress has faulted Governor Dauda Lawal for the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) loss in the recent Kaura-Namoda South State Constituency by-election in Zamfara State. Naija News reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had declared Kamilu Sa’idu of the APC winner with 8,182 votes, defeating PDP’s Muhammad Lawal Kurya, who polled 5,544 votes. The election, conducted in Sakajiki and Kyambarawa polling units, was a rerun after the initial poll was declared inconclusive. Reacting in a statement on Wednesday, spokesperson of the APC Youth Congress, Comrade Gambo Danladi, dismissed PDP’s allegations of electoral malpractice…
Kenny O is a well-known Nigerian afrosoul musician and songwriter who just released the incredible track “Frustration.” The masterpiece tune in question is included in his recently released “Love & Chaos EP.” This outstanding long playlist also takes listeners on a trip through the highs and lows of passion, love, heartbreak, and hope. Finally, if you enjoy good music, you should add the aforementioned great record to your collection as it has the potential to be a smash. Listen and share your thoughts below! DOWNLOAD MP3 The post Kenny O – Frustration appeared first on Val9ja.
Katchy Ononuju, a former aide to erstwhile presidential candidate Peter Obi, has claimed that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is trying to clean up its house. According to him, the PDP used Obi as a tool to show its seriousness about including all regions in the governance of Nigeria Ononuju stated this while reacting to the zoning of the PDP’s presidential ticket to the South. During its 102nd NEC meeting at its National Secretariat in Abuja, PDP agreed to zone its presidential ticket to the South, while the position of the National Chairman remains in the North. Speaking on the development…
Former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has ruled out stepping down for anyone in his quest to contest the presidency in 2027 under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Naija News reports that Amaechi made this known in an interview with BBC Hausa after a meeting with a coalition of traders in Kano state. Amaechi, who also served as Nigeria’s Minister of Transportation from 2015 to 2022, insisted that the ADC primary election must be open, stressing that he would not step aside for any aspirant. The ADC chieftain maintained that every aspirant in the party had the…
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has threatened legal action against rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, over alleged defamatory statements. Naija News understands that Obi’s legal representatives, Ejesimen & Co (Madiba Chambers, SAN), issued a notice accusing Adeyanju of persistently making derogatory remarks against the ex-governor on 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) and other social media platforms. The notice particularly referenced a post dated August 21, in which Adeyanju alleged that Obi diverted funds from the Anambra State treasury into his family business. In the same post, Adeyanju also claimed to have met Obi, alleging…
The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) has unveiled the official list of nominees for its 2025 edition. Naija News reports that the nominees include established performers such as Davido, Burna Boy, Fally Ipupa, El Grande Toto, DJ Maphorisa, and Amr Diab. Rising artistes like Shallipopi, Himra, Moliy, Ayra Starr, Juma Jux, and Senegal’s Mia Guissé are also in the running, creating a mix of veteran and new acts. This year, AFRIMA received a record-breaking 10,717 entries, the highest in the award’s 12-year history. A 13-member jury spent ten days reviewing submissions and selected 343 nominees across 40 categories, covering music…
