Algeria captain, Riyad Mahrez, has admitted, half in jest, that Nigeria’s free-scoring form at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has caught his attention, as the Super Eagles prepare to face the Desert Foxes in a mouth-watering quarter-final clash at 5 p.m. today, January 10. Speaking to reporters in Morocco after Algeria’s last outing, Riyad […] The post Riyad Mahrez Jokes About Super Eagles’ Goal Rush Ahead Of Nigeria Vs Algeria AFCON Clash appeared first on Naija News.
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Eddie Hearn has fuelled speculation over Anthony Joshua’s future in boxing after strongly suggesting that the former world heavyweight champion may be stepping away from the sport following a devastating car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his closest friends. Speaking to talkSPORT Boxing, Joshua’s long-time promoter avoided any discussion about potential fights or […] The post Eddie Hearn Hints At Anthony Joshua’s Retirement As Promoter Begs For Privacy After Tragic Loss appeared first on Naija News.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) South-South Group has claimed that the Rivers State House of Assembly lawmakers loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, deliberately issued impeachment threats against Governor Siminalayi Fubara for refusing to approve fictitious projects in the state’s 2026 budget proposal. Naija News reports that the group […] The post ‘Impeachment Plot Is Retaliation Against Fubara For Rejecting Fictitious Projects In 2026 Budget’ – APC appeared first on Naija News.
Nigeria’s belief continues to grow ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with Ademola Lookman insisting that the Super Eagles are mentally and physically ready for the quarter-final clash against Algeria in Marrakech. The Nigerian squad touched down in the Moroccan city on Thursday ahead of Saturday’s showdown with the Desert Foxes. This […] The post AFCON 2025: Ademola Lookman Backs Super Eagles To Rise Again Ahead Of Algeria Test appeared first on Naija News.
A member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dickson Iroegbu, has said that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), through the enabling of President Bola Tinubu, gave the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, the platform to destroy the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)and is now trying to scuttle Nigeria’s democracy. Naija News […] The post ‘Wike Attempting To Scuttle Nigeria’s Democracy’ – PDP Chieftain, Iroegbu Blames APC, Tinubu appeared first on Naija News.
Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has claimed that the Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is the only living person in the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Naija News reports that Fayose made this known during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ programme on Friday. According to Fayose, other chieftains of […] The post 2027: ‘Peter Obi Is The Only Life In ADC, Others Are Not Existing’ – Fayose appeared first on Naija News.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Desert Foxes of Algeria meet at 5 p.m. today, January 10, in one of the most anticipated fixtures of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with a semi-final place on the line at the Grand Stade de Marrakech. The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been one of […] The post Nigeria Vs Algeria AFCON QF: Match Preview, Head To Head, Team News, Where To Watch appeared first on Naija News.
Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has stated that the rift between the Governor of Rivers State and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, requires divine intervention. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television, he stated that the crisis requires fasting and prayers. He advised Fubara to reconcile with Wike, adding […] The post Wike: Tinubu Will Remind Fubara About The Danger Ahead – Fayose appeared first on Naija News.
The Rivers House of Assembly has dismissed claims that the impeachment process against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, has been suspended. Naija News reported that the House commenced impeachment proceedings against the governor and his deputy on Thursday. The lawmakers initiated the process after the Assembly leader, Major Jack, read the gross […] The post Impeachment: Notices Of Gross Misconduct Have Been Forwarded To Fubara – Rivers Assembly appeared first on Naija News.
The controversial peace pact between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, brokered by President Bola Tinubu to resolve the lingering political crisis in the state, has broken down. The agreement followed a protracted crisis between Wike and Fubara, which culminated in the declaration of a […] The post Fubara’s Impeachment: ‘He Told Us He Was Ready To Do Anything For Peace’ – Ex-Commissioner appeared first on Naija News.
