Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the appointment of five special advisers, including two former commissioners who previously served in his administration. The development comes just days after a minor cabinet reshuffle that saw the redeployment of the Commissioner for Sports, Barr. Christopher Green, to the Ministry of Justice as Attorney-General and Commissioner for […] The post Rivers: Fubara Appoints Five Special Advisers appeared first on Naija News.
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Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised three Boko Haram suicide bombers and their escorts in an operation conducted along the Guduf–Pulka axis in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State. The operation, which was based on covert intelligence and conducted in collaboration with local volunteer forces, successfully halted the attackers before they could carry […] The post Troops Kill Three Boko Haram Suicide Bombers In Borno appeared first on Naija News.
Bishop Dayo Olutayo, the younger brother of Faith Oyedepo (wife of Bishop David Oyedepo), set social media buzzing after he introduced his new wife as the “Mummy GO” during a church service. The moment was captured live on Facebook during the Unity Worship Centre’s Thanksgiving service on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Bishop Dayo proudly presented […] The post Oyedepo’s In-law, Bishop Dayo Olutayo Sparks Reaction After Introducing New “Mummy GO” in Church appeared first on Naija News.
A United States Congressman, Riley Moore, has expressed concern over rising threats against Christians in Nigeria, describing recent developments as clear evidence of religious persecution. Naija News reports that Moore made the comments in a post on 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) on Thursday night, referencing a viral report linked to the Islamic State West Africa Province […] The post US Congressman Raises Alarm Over Threats To Christians In Nigeria appeared first on Naija News.
Renowned political economist, Professor, Pat Utomi, has declared that former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will contest the 2027 presidential election, warning that he would withdraw his support if Obi agrees to run as a vice-presidential candidate. Utomi made the statement on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today. “I can tell […] The post Peter Obi Will Contest 2027 Presidency – Pat Utomi appeared first on Naija News.
Gabon’s Sports Minister, Simplice-Desire Mamboula, has announced sweeping sanctions following the national team’s poor outing at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), including the suspension of the entire squad, the dismissal of the coaching crew, and the banning of senior players Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Bruno Ecuele Manga. The decision came after Gabon suffered a dramatic […] The post Aubameyang Banned As Gabon Government Suspends National Team After AFCON Exit appeared first on Naija News.
The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Yunusa Tanko, has disclosed that the movement would operate within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) following the defection of Peter Obi to the party. According to him, the Obidient Movement would operate within the democratic guidelines and work for Peter Obi in his new party. Naija News […] The post Tanko Reveals Fate Of Obidient Movement After Peter Obi Defected To ADC appeared first on Naija News.
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has suspended the enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy nationwide following an interim court order restraining the action. Recall that the police had, on December 15, 2025, announced the resumption of enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy, with effect from January 2, 2026, citing its responsibility to ensure public […] The post Just In: Police Suspend Tinted Glass Permit Enforcement appeared first on Naija News.
Former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, has said her resignation from the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari was the result of actions by “powerful enemies.” According to her, these powerful enemies seized on the controversy surrounding her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate to push her out of office. Naija News reports that Adeosun made […] The post NYSC Certificate Forgery: Why I Resigned From Buhari Govt – Kemi Adeosun appeared first on Naija News.
The driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the fatal accident that claimed the lives of two associates of former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua has been arrested. Naija News reports that the Police Public Relations Officer of the Ogun State Command, Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the arrest on Thursday. Joshua was discharged late Wednesday […] The post BREAKING: Police Arrest Anthony Joshua’s Driver appeared first on Naija News.
