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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 1st January, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market? […] The post Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, January 2nd, 2026 appeared first on Naija News.

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A United Kingdom-based supporter of former Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki, Albert Obazee, has lamented a fire outbreak that gutted his house in Amagba, Benin City. Naija News reports that he alleged that the incident was an act of arson carried out by agents of the state government. Obazee said the fire occurred during the […] The post UK-based Obaseki’s Ally House Burnt In Benin appeared first on Naija News.

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The national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, was conspicuously absent on Thursday at the 2026 New Year celebrations hosted by his erstwhile political godson, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf, further fuelling speculations over the deepening crisis within the party. The annual celebration, which was initiated during Kwankwaso’s second term as […] The post Kwankwaso’s Absence At Kano New Year Event Fuels NNPP Crisis Rumours appeared first on Naija News.

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Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Friday, 2nd January, 2026 1. 2026 Begins New Phase of Economic Growth – Tinubu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that 2026 marks the beginning of a more robust phase of economic growth for Nigeria, citing gains recorded in […] The post Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Friday, 2nd January, 2026 appeared first on Naija News.

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The Nigerian military has said security conditions in the South-East have improved significantly, attributing the gains to intensified troop operations and the imprisonment of separatist leaders Nnamdi Kanu and Simon Ekpa. Major General Michael Onoja said crimes and other criminal activities have reduced across the region over the past year due to sustained military pressure […] The post How Jailing Of Nnamdi Kanu, Simon Ekpa Has Improved S/East Security – Army appeared first on Naija News.

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Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the appointment of five special advisers, including two former commissioners who previously served in his administration. The development comes just days after a minor cabinet reshuffle that saw the redeployment of the Commissioner for Sports, Barr. Christopher Green, to the Ministry of Justice as Attorney-General and Commissioner for […] The post Rivers: Fubara Appoints Five Special Advisers appeared first on Naija News.

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Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised three Boko Haram suicide bombers and their escorts in an operation conducted along the Guduf–Pulka axis in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. The operation, which was based on covert intelligence and conducted in collaboration with local volunteer forces, successfully halted the attackers before they could carry […] The post Troops Kill Three Boko Haram Suicide Bombers In Borno appeared first on Naija News.

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Bishop Dayo Olutayo, the younger brother of Faith Oyedepo (wife of Bishop David Oyedepo), set social media buzzing after he introduced his new wife as the “Mummy GO” during a church service. The moment was captured live on Facebook during the Unity Worship Centre’s Thanksgiving service on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Bishop Dayo proudly presented […] The post Oyedepo’s In-law, Bishop Dayo Olutayo Sparks Reaction After Introducing New “Mummy GO” in Church appeared first on Naija News.

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A United States Congressman, Riley Moore, has expressed concern over rising threats against Christians in Nigeria, describing recent developments as clear evidence of religious persecution. Naija News reports that Moore made the comments in a post on 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) on Thursday night, referencing a viral report linked to the Islamic State West Africa Province […] The post US Congressman Raises Alarm Over Threats To Christians In Nigeria appeared first on Naija News.

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Renowned political economist, Professor, Pat Utomi, has declared that former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will contest the 2027 presidential election, warning that he would withdraw his support if Obi agrees to run as a vice-presidential candidate. Utomi made the statement on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today. “I can tell […] The post Peter Obi Will Contest 2027 Presidency – Pat Utomi appeared first on Naija News.

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