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.
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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.
Maria Sol Messi, sister of football superstar Lionel Messi, has been hospitalised following a serious car accident in Miami, forcing the postponement of her upcoming wedding. Reports from Argentina indicate that the 32-year-old suffered multiple injuries, including burns and spinal fractures, after losing control of her vehicle and colliding with a wall. Argentinian journalist Angel […] The post Lionel Messi’s Sister, Maria Sol Rushed To Hospital After Car Crash Few Days To Wedding appeared first on Naija News.
The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has opened up about his conversation with President Bola Tinubu over his appeal to help organise the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State. Naija News reports that Makinde made the claim on Tuesday during a media chat with selected journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Makinde opined that […] The post I Rejected Tinubu’s Appeal To Help Organise APC – Makinde appeared first on Naija News.
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over its intervention regarding the crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Naija News recalls that INEC recently intervened in the PDP leadership crisis by summoning the factions chaired by Tanimu Turaki and the opposing group led by Abdulrahman Mohammed to its headquarters […] The post ‘They Played Our People’ – Makinde Faults INEC Intervention Over PDP Crisis appeared first on Naija News.
Former Governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has hinted at dumping the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) if its internal crisis is not resolved. Naija News reports that Lamido made this statement on Tuesday, during an interview with the BBC Hausa Service in Kaduna. Lamide expressed displeasure over what he described as deliberate attempts by some […] The post ‘I Will Have No Option But To Look Elsewhere’ – Sule Lamido Speaks On Dumping PDP appeared first on Naija News.
