Super Eagles of Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen has admitted that the defeat to host Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has left deep disappointment within the camp. Naija News reports that the Super Eagles of Nigeria lost 4-2 on penalties, following a tense goalless draw across regulation time and extra time in […] The post Osimhen Laments Morocco Heartbreak, Questions Officiating After AFCON Semi-Final Loss appeared first on Naija News.
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A key ally of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) 2023 presidential candidate, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Mustapha Shu’aib, has resigned from the party. Naija News recalls that Shu’aib contested the Bida North Constituency seat in the Niger State House of Assembly election, and was the youngest candidate in the 2023 general elections. According to TVC, […] The post Kwankwaso’s Major Ally, Mustapha Shu’aib Dumps NNPP appeared first on Naija News.
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has urged state governments to desist from making peace deals with bandits. Speaking during an appearance on BBC Hausa, Musa described the move as dangerous and counterproductive, adding that the Federal Government has consistently advised all levels of government against negotiating with armed groups. He asserted that […] The post There Will Be No Negotiated Settlements With Armed Groups – Defence Minister Warns States appeared first on Naija News.
Nigerian singer Harrison Okiri, popularly known as Harrysong, has said his long-running dispute with his former label boss, Kcee, had a negative effect on his music career, especially his creative process. Naija News reports that the feud between Harrysong and Kcee’s 5ive Star Music became public in 2017 after the Delta-born artiste accused the label […] The post I Was Distracted – Harrysong Reveals How Rift With Kcee Affected His Career appeared first on Naija News.
Fresh details have surfaced about the final moments of Nigerian gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu, widely known as Omije Ojumi, who died at a Lagos hospital. Naija News reports that her death was announced on Monday, January 12, 2026, by her colleague, Alayo Melody. A close friend and colleague, Lanre Alewilese, has shared what the singer […] The post She Couldn’t Open Her Eyes For Weeks – Omije Ojumi’s Close Friend Reveals Singer’s Final Moments appeared first on Naija News.
Mohamed Salah is expected to report back to Liverpool next week, with head coach Arne Slot insisting he is delighted to have the forward back at his disposal, regardless of how many attacking options he has. Salah has spent the past month on international duty with Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and […] The post Arne Slot Can’t Wait For Mohamed Salah’s Return To Liverpool appeared first on Naija News.
The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has stated that the $9 million reportedly spent by the Federal Government on foreign lobbyists could have been used wisely to purchase essential hospital equipment and improve healthcare capabilities. Naija News reports that Peter Obi, in a post via 𝕏 on Friday, described reports that the Federal […] The post ‘We Spend Millions Trying To Cover Failure’ – Peter Obi Hits FG Over $9 Million US Lobbying Deal appeared first on Naija News.
Netherlands forward Donyell Malen has completed a move to Roma, bringing his Aston Villa spell to an end after just one year in the Premier League. The Italian club confirmed the deal is a loan with an option to buy, while Villa did not disclose the financial terms. It is understood that the option could […] The post Donyell Malen Leaves Aston Villa For AS Roma appeared first on Naija News.
Vice President Kashim Shettima, on Friday, departed Abuja to represent President Bola Tinubu at the inauguration of Mamadi Doumbouya as President of Guinea. The Vice President is also scheduled to proceed from Guinea to Davos, Switzerland, where he will participate in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting. The development was disclosed in a statement […] The post Shettima Represents Tinubu At Guinea President’s Inauguration, Heads To Davos appeared first on Naija News.
The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission has announced plans to conduct the next local government elections across the state. Naija News reports that the commission fixed Saturday, January 16, 2027, for the polls, which will take place in all polling units across the 33 local government areas of Oyo State. Voting is expected to begin […] The post Oyo Fixes January 2027 For LG Elections appeared first on Naija News.
