Tension is gradually escalating across the Sokoto metropolis as residents continue to grapple with the presence of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, who is currently serving his sentence at the Sokoto Central Correctional Centre. The situation has caused anxiety among residents, businesses, and transport operators, particularly in the Yar […] The post Tension Mounts In Sokoto As IPOB Leader, Nnamdi Kanu Serves Sentence appeared first on Naija News.
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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Minister, Nyesom Wike-backed faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is set to convene a crucial meeting in Abuja on Sunday to discuss caretaker arrangements and strategise for the party’s national convention. The meeting, as confirmed by top sources within the faction, aims to address leadership concerns ahead of the […] The post PDP: Wike’s Faction Plans National Convention Meeting appeared first on Naija News.
The Federal Government has withdrawn its Boeing 737-700 Business Jet from an international sales platform after receiving several low offers, which were far below the expected price for the 20-year-old aircraft. This decision comes after prospective buyers presented offers as low as $10 million, prompting the government to retract the jet from sale. A senior […] The post FG Withdraws Presidential Jet From Sale After Low Offers appeared first on Naija News.
In the early hours of Saturday, bandits launched a brutal attack on worshippers observing the Subh prayer at a mosque in Kiba Ruwa, a community in the Sabon-Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. According to local sources who spoke with Egbe Mekun Parrots, the assailants stormed the mosque at dawn, firing on the congregants. […] The post Bandits Kill Imam, Worshippers In Sokoto, Several Abducted During Mosque Attack appeared first on Naija News.
Three weeks after the transfer of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Nnamdi Kanu, to the Sokoto Correctional Centre, the security around the facility remains unusually tight. Kanu, who was sentenced to life imprisonment on November 20 for terrorism-related charges, is currently serving his sentence at the facility following concerns raised by the court […] The post Tight Security Around Sokoto Correctional Facility Housing Nnamdi Kanu appeared first on Naija News.
Two weeks after the abduction of students, pupils, and staff of St. Mary Catholic School, Papiri, in Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State, parents and school officials say they have still not received any communication from the abductors. The attack, carried out by suspected bandits on November 21, saw 315 individuals, including students and […] The post Parents, School Officials Yet To Hear From Abductors Of St. Mary’s School Pupils, Staff appeared first on Naija News.
Popular Nigerian rapper, Ice Prince Zamani, has warned single men against getting married due to societal pressures. He expressed his concern about the institution of marriage, citing the responsibilities and challenges that come with it. Speaking via a post on Instagram, Ice Prince advised particularly those approaching 40, to take a hard look at their […] The post ‘My Guy Just Got Married, Now He Wants Out’ – Ice Prince Sends Warning To Single Men appeared first on Naija News.
As the Senate prepares to screen President Bola Tinubu’s ambassadorial nominees, there has been outrage over some of the appointments due to ongoing controversies and past remarks. Recall that Tinubu on Sunday, November 26, sent three names to the Senate as ambassador-designates, followed up with another list containing 32 names, and later transmitted a letter […] The post Five Tinubu’s Ambassadorial Nominees Involved In Controversies appeared first on Naija News.
Good morning, Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Sunday, 7th December 2025. 1. NAF Confirms Military Jet Crash, Gives Update The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commended two Alpha Jet pilots for their “exceptional courage and professionalism” after they safely ejected during an in-flight emergency on […] The post Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Sunday, 7th December, 2025 appeared first on Naija News.
The Nasarawa State chapter of the Labour Party on Saturday elected a new set of executive members who will steer the party’s affairs for the next four years. Naija News reports that the election, conducted through a consensus arrangement, saw Alexander Ombugu elected as Chairman, Bulus Sakks as Secretary, and Esther Arishi as Treasurer, among […] The post Labour Party Elects New Executive In Nasarawa State appeared first on Naija News.
