The newly appointed Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, on Friday declared that the era of indiscriminate killings and insecurity in Nigeria was over. He spoke as he formally assumed office at the Ministry of Defence headquarters in Abuja. Musa, who once served as Chief of Defence Staff, said he returns to the ministry backed by […] The post Details Of Defence Minister’s Meeting With Service Chiefs Emerge appeared first on Naija News.
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that several first-team players are doubtful for Saturday’s Premier League visit to Aston Villa. Speaking at the Sobha Realty Training Centre on Friday, Arteta said the final training session will be crucial in determining his squad for the early kick-off at Villa Park. “Let’s see. I think with all […] The post Arsenal Face Injury Uncertainty Ahead Of Aston Villa Clash appeared first on Naija News.
The lawmaker representing the Edo North Senatorial District, Adams Oshiomhole, has insisted that terrorists committing murder and other heinous crimes must face the full wrath of the law and should be given the death penalty if convicted. Naija News reports that Oshiomhole made this known while the Senate was debating the proposed amendment to the […] The post ‘If You Are Convicted For Heinous Crime, The Penalty Is Death’ – Oshiomhole Blows Hot appeared first on Naija News.
The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested three suspected financiers of banditry and several others involved in motorcycle theft and criminal conspiracy in separate operations, recovering rustled cattle and stolen motorcycles. This was disclosed on Friday in a statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufai, who described the successful operations as a […] The post Police Arrest Three Bandit Financiers, Recover Rustled Cattle in Sokoto appeared first on Naija News.
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.
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.
