The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the decision of some members of the Rivers State House of Assembly to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The party, in a statement on Saturday, said the defected lawmakers are simply political puppets doing the bidding of their paymaster. Naija News earlier reported on Friday that […] The post ‘Political Puppets’ – PDP Slams Rivers House Of Assembly Members For Defecting To APC appeared first on Naija News.
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The Super Eagles of Nigeria’s planned friendly against Egypt has been put on hold, with both federations now searching for a new date that suits their squads ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations. The match had been arranged for Sunday, 14 December at the Cairo International Stadium, but plans changed once FIFA moved the […] The post Nigeria, Egypt Work On New Date After AFCON Schedule Disrupts Planned Friendly appeared first on Naija News.
Former Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, has dismissed suggestions that his retirement from international football was engineered behind the scenes, saying his exit was guided purely by personal choice. Naija News reports that, Troost-Ekong, 32, confirmed his decision on Thursday, bringing an end to a decade in green and white after earning 83 caps and […] The post I Wasn’t Forced Out Of Super Eagles – Troost-Ekong Cries Out appeared first on Naija News.
Former Senate Leader, Ali Ndume, has called on President Bola Tinubu to withdraw the list of ambassadorial nominees recently sent to the Senate for screening and confirmation. Naija News reports that Ndume made the appeal on Thursday in Abuja, citing concerns that the list violates the Federal Character principle enshrined in Nigeria’s Constitution. Ndume, representing […] The post Ambassadorial Nominees: ‘President Tinubu Should Withdraw This List’ – Ndume appeared first on Naija News.
Nollywood actress, Bimbo Akintola, has revealed the reason behind her strong and unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating that a personal experience with an opposition supporter influenced her decision to amplify her backing for the now-president. During a recent appearance on With Chude, Akintola explained that her initial support for Tinubu during the […] The post Bimbo Akintola Reveals Why She Increased Support For Tinubu appeared first on Naija News.
Former Chief of Army Staff and Ambassador to the Benin Republic, Lt. General Tukur Buratai (rtd), has strongly denied allegations linking him to terrorism financing, describing them as entirely fabricated and inconsistent with his values. Buratai made this statement on Saturday, through a release signed by former Army spokesperson, Brig. General Sani Kukasheka Usman, in […] The post Ex-Army Chief, Buratai Speaks On Been Linked To Terrorism Financing appeared first on Naija News.
The former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kola Ologbondiyan, has officially resigned from the party, citing personal reasons for his departure. In a statement posted on 𝕏 on Saturday, Ologbondiyan shared a letter dated December 5, 2025, addressed to the Chairman of Okekoko Ward (09), Kabba/Bunu Local Government, Kogi State, in […] The post Kola Ologbondiyan Resigns From PDP, Cites Personal Reasons appeared first on Naija News.
The Oyo State command of the Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the kidnapping of the President-elect of Junior Chamber International (JCI) Ibadan Elite for 2025, Ibukun Otesile. Naija News learnt that Otesile was abducted on Thursday evening in front of her home located in the General Gas area of Akobo, Ibadan, Oyo State. Confirming the […] The post JCI President-Elect, Ibukun Otesile Kidnapped In Ibadan appeared first on Naija News.
The race for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) crown enters a decisive phase this weekend as Matchweek 16 serves up heavyweight clashes, fierce relegation battles and a packed programme across multiple venues. All eyes turn to Umuahia on Sunday afternoon, where Abia Warriors welcome Rivers United in what promises to be the standout NPFL […] The post NPFL Matchweek 16 Fixtures: Title Race Heats Up As Abia Warriors Host Rivers United appeared first on Naija News.
Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen has revealed the personal rituals that carry him into every match, from the music in his headphones to the mindset that drives him once he crosses the white line. The Galatasaray striker, who has quickly become a favourite in Istanbul, said he turns to music from Olamide, Nas and Damian Marley […] The post Victor Osimhen Reveals Matchday Rituals, Why Defeat Keeps Him Awake appeared first on Naija News.
