Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has granted a pardon to Sunday Jackson, a farmer who was sentenced to death by the Supreme Court for killing a herder in what was described as self-defence. The pardon was signed on Monday under Section 212 of the Nigerian Constitution, following sustained appeals from community leaders and the victim’s […] The post Adamawa Governor Grants Pardon To Farmer Sentenced To Death For Killing Herder appeared first on Naija News.
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The Accord Party on Tuesday declared that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the courts recognise Barrister Maxwell Mgbudem as its authentic National Chairman, insisting that the party’s leadership question has been definitively resolved. The clarification was made at a world press conference held at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja, where Mgbudem addressed […] The post INEC, Courts Recognise Maxwell Mgbudem As National Chairman – Accord Party appeared first on Naija News.
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate posting and redeployment of dozens of Assistant Commissioners of Police and two Superintendents of Police across the country. The Nigeria Police Force announced the nationwide postings on Tuesday, with effect from January 1, 2026. Postings cover commands, tactical and specialised units A police wireless […] The post Full List: Major Shake-up As IGP Orders Redeployment Of Senior Police Officers appeared first on Naija News.
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, and the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) have raised serious concerns over alleged unconstitutional alterations to Nigeria’s newly enacted Tax Reform Acts, describing the developments as a brazen assault on the country’s democratic and legislative processes. In a press statement, Atiku called the reported illegal modifications “an act of treason against […] The post Atiku, NBA Fault Alleged Unconstitutional Changes To Tax Reform Acts appeared first on Naija News.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it will not recognise the Kabiru Turaki‑led National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, citing subsisting court judgments and unresolved legal processes surrounding the party’s leadership crisis. In a letter dated December 22, 2025, and signed by its Secretary, Dr Rose Oriaran‑Anthony, INEC said it could […] The post INEC Rejects Turaki‑Led PDP NWC, Cites Court Judgments appeared first on Naija News.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have confirmed their starting line-up for today’s Group C encounter against Tanzania, with Victor Osimhen spearheading a familiar 4-3-3 formation as both sides chase vital points in the group stage. Kick-off is set for 6:30 p.m. WAT, and all eyes will be on the Super Eagles as they look to […] The post Super Eagles Line Up Against Tanzania As Osimhen Leads Attack In Group C Clash appeared first on Naija News.
The Senate on Tuesday formally commenced debate on the 2026 Appropriation Bill, with the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (Ekiti Central), leading deliberations on the landmark fiscal proposal that seeks to authorise federal spending of ₦58.472tn for the 2026 financial year. Presenting the general principles of the Bill during plenary, Bamidele told the chamber that […] The post Senate Opens Debate On Tinubu’s ₦58.47 Trillion 2026 Budget appeared first on Naija News.
A former presidential aspirant, Pat Utomi, has slammed the Nigerian police, while recounting 15 hours spent from Lagos to Asaba. Naija News reports that Utomi, in a post via X, blamed bad roads and crude police extortion for a journey that should have taken a few hours. Utomi stated that police extorted many commuters but […] The post ‘The Police Extortions Were Beyond Crude’ – Pat Utomi Recounts Ordeal appeared first on Naija News.
The Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Umaru Radda has berated those claiming that Nigerian governors are thieves. He argued that corruption in the country cannot be limited to governors alone. Speaking during an interview with RFI, which was later shared on Facebook, Radda stated that there are individuals who have never held governorship positions but […] The post Are Governors The Only Thieves In Nigeria – Gov Radda Blasts Critics appeared first on Naija News.
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde has stated that he is qualified to contest the highest office in the country. Naija News reports that Makinde’s presidential campaign posters recently surfaced in key parts of Jigawa State, sparking speculation about his interest to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027. Addressing the rumour during a media […] The post I Am Qualified To Run For President – Seyi Makinde appeared first on Naija News.
