Former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has once again dismissed claims that protesters were killed at the Lekki toll gate during the October 2020 EndSARS protest. Mohammed made the declaration during an appearance on Prime Time, a programme on Arise Television, on Wednesday. Reiterating his long-held position, the former minister described the narrative […] The post EndSARS: ‘Five Years After Nobody Has Claimed My Son Went To Tollgate And Didn’t Come Back’ – Lai Mohammed appeared first on Naija News.
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The Senate’s fresh move to impose the death penalty for kidnapping and banditry has sparked a nationwide debate, drawing criticism from human rights advocates, legal scholars and community leaders who argue that the measure will not curb Nigeria’s deepening insecurity crisis. Naija News reports that Nigeria has, for years, battled a surge in banditry and […] The post Uproar As Senate Moves To Impose Death Penalty For Kidnappers, Bandits appeared first on Naija News.
The Defence Headquarters has ordered the immediate dismantling of all non-essential static roadblocks and unauthorised checkpoints across major highways in the country, citing growing concerns over operational inefficiency and security risks. The directive, contained in a memo dated December 5 and signed by Brigadier General A. Rabiu on behalf of the Minister of Defence, Christopher […] The post Military Orders Removal Of Unauthorised Checkpoints Nationwide (Full List) appeared first on Naija News.
The Labour Party (LP) has intensified its internal criticism of its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, with the party’s Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh, describing him as a “verbal member” who has not shown sufficient commitment or provided financial support to the party. Ifoh made the statement in an interview with Leadership, suggesting a growing rift […] The post Peter Obi Is A ‘Verbal’ Member, Not Showing Commitment – Labour Party Fires appeared first on Naija News.
Xiaomi has officially dropped the all-new REDMI 15C 5G in Nigeria today! As the upgraded star of the REDMI 15C lineup, this device isn’t just keeping the series’ reputation for unbeatable value + top-tier specs alive in the local market — it’s taking things up a notch with game-changing 5G performance, a massive battery, a […] The post Meet REDMI 15C 5G: Xiaomi’s New Budget Champion Bringing 5G to Everyone appeared first on Naija News.
Former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has said that the suspension of Twitter operations in Nigeria was one of the most difficult decisions taken during his eight-year tenure, stressing that the move was made in the national interest. Speaking during an interview on Arise News on Wednesday, the former minister dismissed claims that […] The post ‘One Of The Most Difficult Decisions I Took Was Suspending Twitter’ – Lai Mohammed appeared first on Naija News.
Afrobeats singer Davido has hinted that the Adeleke family may focus on their business ventures if they lose the upcoming Osun governorship election. Naija News reports that the comment came amid online discussions about Governor Ademola Adeleke’s political future. Some 𝕏 users were speculating on the impact of his possible loss under the Accord Party. […] The post We’ll Just Go Back To Our Multi-Billion Dollar Business – Davido Speaks On Adeleke Losing Osun Election appeared first on Naija News.
Security forces have reportedly killed more than 40 armed fighters in Niger State during a major operation against a militant hideout in Borgu Local Government Area. Naija News reports that the development was revealed by security analyst Bakatsine, in a post shared on 𝕏, describing the raid as a significant breakthrough in ongoing efforts to […] The post Security Forces Raid Armed Militants Hideout, kill Over 40 In Niger appeared first on Naija News.
Nigeria’s domestic supply of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol or fuel, rose sharply by 37.7 per cent in November 2025, reaching 23.52 million litres per day, up from 17.08 million litres recorded in October. Latest data released by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) also showed a massive increase […] The post Petrol Imports Surge 80% Amid Refinery Shutdowns appeared first on Naija News.
The Kogi State Government has called on residents to support and prepare for the newly modified federal tax system set to take effect from January 1, 2026. The Executive Chairman of the Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS), Alhaji Sule Salihu Enehe, made the appeal on Wednesday, December 10, during a one-day stakeholders’ forum on […] The post New Tax Act: Kogi Govt Sends Important Message To Residents Ahead Of January appeared first on Naija News.
