The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has debunked reports alleging that he was arrested in France, describing the claims as politically motivated distractions aimed at diverting his attention. Naija News reports that Wike stated this on Friday while addressing journalists after inspecting the ongoing construction of an interchange bridge connecting Maitama, Gishiri, […] The post FCT Minister, Wike Speaks On Being Arrested In France appeared first on Naija News.
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Argentine football icon, Lionel Messi has warned that defending Argentina’s World Cup title in 2026 will be a difficult task, while also revealing which nations he considers the main threats, excluding Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal. The 2022 World Cup final remains a fresh memory, with Argentina winning in a thrilling showdown against France. Lionel Messi’s brilliance, […] The post Lionel Messi Names World Cup Favourites, Leaves Ronaldo’s Portugal Out appeared first on Naija News.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said the 17 defected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly are free to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Naija News reports that 16 lawmakers, including the Speaker dumped the PDP for the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday. Citing divisions in the […] The post Just In: ‘They Are Free To Leave’ – Wike Says Rivers Lawmakers Defection To APC ‘Unfortunate’ appeared first on Naija News.
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has revealed that his administration spent about ₦100 billion on security-related interventions across the state in 2025. Naija News reports that Zulum made this known during a condolence visit to the Emir of Uba, Alhaji Ali Ibn Mamza, at his palace, following recent attacks in the area that claimed several […] The post I Have Spent Almost ₦100 Billion On Security This Year – Borno Gov Zulum Reveals appeared first on Naija News.
A once‑celebrated counter‑terrorism operation approved by former President Muhammadu Buhari has resurfaced in controversy after retired Army General, Ali‑Keffi, claimed the wide‑ranging 2021 probe was deliberately shut down to shield powerful individuals implicated in terror financing. Ali‑Keffi, who once commanded the 1 Division and served as General Officer Commanding (GOC), was appointed in 2021 to […] The post Terrorrism: They Silenced Us To Protect Powerful Sponsors – Retired General appeared first on Naija News.
Former Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard is set to leave FC Seoul after the club announced that both parties had “mutually agreed” to terminate his contract. The England international, who joined the South Korean side as a free agent in February 2024, will feature in his final match next Wednesday, an AFC Champions League encounter […] The post ‘Unbelievable Time In Korea’ – Jesse Lingard Announces Exit From FC Seoul appeared first on Naija News.
The Federal High Court sitting in Ado Ekiti has adjourned till December 8, 2025, the case challenging the emergence of Wole Oluyede as the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) governorship candidate in Ekiti State. Oluyede was declared the winner of the PDP gubernatorial primary held on November 8, 2025, by the Senator Ibrahim Dankwambo-led electoral committee. […] The post Court Adjourns Suit Challenging Ekiti PDP Governorship Primary appeared first on Naija News.
Arise TV journalist, Rufai Oseni, has debunked viral social media claims suggesting the station suspended him. Taking to his 𝕏 handle on Friday, Oseni clarified that he is currently on a scheduled leave, which was publicly announced on-air by Arise TV weeks earlier. “The lies and fabrications are terrible. Social media na wa,” he wrote, […] The post Arise TV: Rufai Oseni Debunks Suspension Rumour appeared first on Naija News.
Fresh tension is brewing in Rivers State as the State House of Assembly expressed concern on Friday over Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s continued delay in submitting a fresh list of commissioner‑nominees for screening. Naija News reports that the issue was raised during plenary, with lawmakers warning that prolonged vacancies in key ministries could hinder governance and […] The post Rivers Assembly Warns Fubara Over Delay In Nominating Commissioners appeared first on Naija News.
Nigerian defensive midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi is expected to be named the Super Eagles captain ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Wilfred Ndidi, 28, who is currently one of “the captains” of the national team with 71 international caps, is expected to step into the role permanently after William Troost-Ekong confirmed his retirement […] The post Wilfred Ndidi To Succeed Troost-Ekong As Super Eagles Captain appeared first on Naija News.
