Allegations of harassment, extortion, and violent abuse by rogue members of local vigilante groups in northern Nigeria are stirring public concern over their growing role in worsening insecurity and banditry, residents and victims have said. In one of such disturbing incidents, a Fulani man, whose location has been withheld for safety reasons, narrated how he […] The post Rogue Vigilantes Fueling Insecurity In Northern Nigeria — Victims Lament (Video) appeared first on Naija News.
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President of the Ivory Coast, Alassane Ouattara, was on Monday sworn in for a fourth term in office, following an election boycotted by his two main rivals and marked by low voter turnout. Naija News reports that the 83-year-old leader, who has been at the helm of the West African nation since 2010, took the […] The post Ouattara Sworn In For Fourth Term As Ivory Coast President appeared first on Naija News.
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to the prompt prosecution of suspected kidnappers, bandits, and terrorists across the country, declaring that swift judicial processes are crucial in tackling the rising wave of insecurity. Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), made this known on Monday while speaking at the […] The post FG Vows Speedy Trial For Terror, Kidnap Suspects appeared first on Naija News.
Nigerian skitmaker and influencer Chinonso Ukah, popularly known as Nons Miraj, has sparked concern after she landed in the hospital shortly after arriving at Papaya Ex’s movie premiere. Naija News reports that she stepped out in a purple feathered gown to support her friend but fainted moments after taking photos at the venue. She was […] The post Nons Miraj Hospitalized After Fainting At Movie Premiere appeared first on Naija News.
A heated war of words erupted on Monday between Arise Television anchor, Oseni Rufai, and Daniel Bwala, a spokesperson to President Bola Tinubu, following claims that the broadcaster had been suspended from his duties. Rufai, who resumed hosting duties on Monday after a break, used the live broadcast of the Arise Morning Show to address […] The post Oseni Rufai, Bwala Clash Over Alleged Suspension Rumour appeared first on Naija News.
A member of the United States House of Representatives, Riley Moore, has spoken of his recent visit to Nigeria. Naija News reports that the U.S. Congressional delegation had visited the West African country on a fact-finding mission to Nigeria. The delegation included Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart, Rep. Norma Torres, Rep. Scott Franklin, Rep. Juan Ciscomani, and […] The post ‘I Want To Thank Tinubu’ – US Lawmaker Reveals Details Of Visit To Nigeria appeared first on Naija News.
A former Presidential Adviser, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reconsider his tenure, suggesting that resigning from office might be in the country’s best interest. Speaking on Arise TV’s Daybreak programme on Monday, Baba-Ahmed asserted that President Tinubu’s two and a half years in office have failed to deliver on the promises […] The post ‘Stepping Aside May Be Best For Nigeria’ – Former Aide Tells Tinubu appeared first on Naija News.
The National Secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP), Peter Ameh, has alleged that the Bola Tinubu-led administration is increasingly worried about the growing political clout of Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ameh made the claim during an interview with Seun Okinbaloye on The Micon Podcast, […] The post 2027: ‘Tinubu Govt Is Afraid Of Peter Obi, Not Atiku Or Amaechi’ – Peter Ameh appeared first on Naija News.
The United States Embassy in Cotonou has confirmed that calm has returned to the city following Sunday’s failed coup attempt in the Republic of Benin, and has announced the lifting of its shelter-in-place advisory for American citizens. In a statement issued on Monday, the embassy declared that the situation in the Beninese capital had stabilised, […] The post Benin Coup Attempt: Normalcy Returns To Cotonou – U.S. Embassy appeared first on Naija News.
Egyptian forward, Mohamed Salah returned to Liverpool’s training pitch on Monday morning, two days after a blunt interview in which he claimed he had been “thrown under the bus” and suggested his relationship with head coach Arne Slot had collapsed. Mohamed Salah, 33, was involved in the session while cameras were allowed in, a day […] The post Mohamed Salah Trains With Liverpool After Fierce Criticism Of Club Relationship appeared first on Naija News.
