The Federal Government has disbursed over ₦150 billion to no fewer than 788,000 Nigerian students through the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) initiative, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has said. Naija News reports that Idris disclosed this on Monday during an end-of-year news conference in Abuja, where he outlined what […] The post FG Releases ₦150 Billion Interest-free Loan For Nigeria Students appeared first on Naija News.
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Former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has disclosed that her late husband, Muhammadu Buhari was vulnerable to scheming and manipulation by his extended relatives. She disclosed this in the biography, From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari, authored by Charles Omole. The former First Lady disclosed that old friends and extended family members of […] The post Buhari Was Vulnerable To Scheming And Manipulation – Aisha Reveals appeared first on Naija News.
The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has demanded the immediate suspension of the implementation of what it described as disputed tax laws, accusing the executive arm of government of secretly altering bills after their passage by the National Assembly. The party warned that the alleged action amounted to a grave constitutional breach that could undermine Nigeria’s […] The post PRP Tells FG To Suspend Controversial Tax Laws, Threatens Court Action appeared first on Naija News.
A founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bisi Akande, has debunked claims that the late former President, Muhammadu Buhari, instigated ex-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo to contest the 2023 presidential election against the incumbent President, Bola Tinubu. Naija News reports that Osinbajo is widely believed to be a political protege of Tinubu, having served […] The post Why Osinbajo Contested Against Tinubu – Bisi Akande appeared first on Naija News.
Leicester City forward, Patson Daka, scored a dramatic injury-time header to rescue a 1-1 draw for Zambia against Mali in their opening Group A match of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Monday. Daka, who has struggled for form at club level with just one goal for Leicester City in the English Championship this […] The post AFCON Opener: Zambia Snatch Point As Mali Rue Missed Penalty appeared first on Naija News.
A former presidential candidate and member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, held separate high-level meetings with ex-President, Olusegun Obasanjo and former Military President General Ibrahim Babangida (retd.). Naija News learnt that the closed-door meetings held on Monday are part of Hashim’s ongoing nationwide engagements with elder politicians and key national figures to […] The post 2027: Details Of Obasanjo, Babangida’s Meeting With Former Presidential Candidate Emerge appeared first on Naija News.
Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has dismissed reports of a terrorist group in his domain and warned against the spread of false information about the town. Naija News reports that the Oluwo, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Alli Ibraheem, on Monday, responded to a report that claimed a religious terrorist […] The post Oluwo Reacts To Purported Terrorists Group In His Community appeared first on Naija News.
The festive season is here, and this year comes with an added layer of excitement as Africa comes together for its premier football tournament. TECNO is joining the celebration by turning Christmas into a season that blends football passion, national pride, and rewarding experiences. As anticipation builds across the continent for the Africa Cup of […] The post TECNO Brings AFCON Festive Fever To Christmas With Rewards That Celebrate Every Wow Moment appeared first on Naija News.
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Federal Government has introduced mandatory pre-employment drug testing for all applicants seeking positions in the public service. Naija News reports that this is part of the government’s efforts to combat rising drug abuse and its impacts on national security and productivity. A service-wide circular issued on Monday by the Office of […] The post FG Mandates Drug Test For Civil Service Job Seekers appeared first on Naija News.
Tanzania head coach Miguel Gamondi has acknowledged the strength of the Super Eagles of Nigeria ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group C opener, admitting that only an exceptional display will give his side a fighting chance. Speaking at the official pre-match press conference earlier today, the Argentina-born tactician praised the depth and […] The post AFCON 2025: Tanzania Coach Gamondi Warns Taifa Stars Must Be Near Perfect Against Super Eagles appeared first on Naija News.
