The father of Nigerian Afro-gospel singer cum songwriter, Akinade Ibuoye, popularly known as Gaise Baba, is dead. Naija News reports that the ‘No Turning Back’ crooner announced the demise of his father, Prince (Hon.) Ezekiel Gbadebo Ibuoye, the Ààrẹ Apọ́nlẹ́sẹ̀ of Okemesi Ekiti in Ekiti State, in a statement shared on his social media page […] The post Nigerian Singer, Gaise Baba’s Father Is Dead appeared first on Naija News.
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Nigerian winger, Kelechi Iheanacho handed Celtic a lift on Wednesday after he was spotted in full training with the Scottish champions, just a day before their Europa League trip to Feyenoord. The club shared photographs of the squad going through their paces on its official social media pages, and Iheanacho was seen actively involved in […] The post Iheanacho Trains With Celtic Ahead Of Feyenoord Clash, Updates Emerge On Chukwueze, Aina appeared first on Naija News.
Former Big Brother Naija Housemate, Roseline Omokhoa Afije, popularly known as Liquorose, has revealed that she had always wanted to be a musician. Naija News reports that the Nigerian dancer cum reality TV star, in an interview with media personality, VJ Adams, said she was very ‘hungry’ to make music and was taking steps towards […] The post ‘I’ve Always Wanted To Be A Musician’ – BBNaija Star, Liquorose appeared first on Naija News.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday alleged that the Federal Government was “undermining the fight against insurgency” by engaging in secret negotiations with bandits linked to mass kidnappings across Nigeria. The accusation was contained in a statement signed by the ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, during the party’s briefing in Abuja. The opposition […] The post ADC Alleges Secret Dialogue With Bandits, Questions Nigeria’s Counter-Insurgency Direction appeared first on Naija News.
Former Minister of State for Petroleum, Timipre Sylva, has formally written to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), asking the agency to fix a date for him to appear before it over alleged $14.8 million fraud. The letter, dated November 24 and acknowledged by the EFCC on November 26, comes after the anti-graft agency […] The post Breaking: Sylva Set To Meet With EFCC, Seeks Date For Probe appeared first on Naija News.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a national security emergency and ordered the massive recruitment of Police and Army. Key Measures Announced: – Authorises urgent additional recruitment into the Armed Forces and Police. – Nigerian Police Force to recruit an extra 20,000 officers (total planned increase to 50,000). – NYSC camps to be used as […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu Declares National Security Emergency appeared first on Naija News.
The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke has met with the State Security Council to review and draft new service wide security measures to protect lives and properties from local and external threats. The spokesperson to the governor, Olawale Rasheed, disclosed the development in a statement made available to Naija News on Wednesday. The meeting […] The post Adeleke Moves To Secure Osun, Convenes Security Council Over Bandit Threats appeared first on Naija News.
Some members of the House of Representatives have criticised the Federal Government for entering into negotiations with bandits following the abduction of 24 students from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi State. Reps’ criticism came from a cross-party coalition known as “House to the Rescue,” which accused the government of betraying public trust […] The post Reps Members Slam FG For Holding Talks With Bandits After Kebbi School Abductions appeared first on Naija News.
The Edo State Government has moved to restore calm after a video began circulating online showing a man who claims to be a bandit issuing threats around Ekpoma and several nearby communities. Officials said Governor Monday Okpebholo was alerted as soon as the clip gained traction and immediately summoned a security meeting with top commanders. […] The post Edo Governor, Okpebholo Orders Tighter Security After Viral Bandit Video appeared first on Naija News.
The lawmaker representing Kebbi South Senatorial District, Garba Maidoki, on Wednesday, called for a permanent solution to banditry across Northern Nigeria and other regions battling rising insecurity. Maidoki made the demand during plenary in Abuja, warning that the country must adopt a clear, consistent strategy rather than wavering between dialogue and combat. “We know who […] The post Insecurity: ‘If We Are Going To Negotiate, Do It, If We Are Going To Fight, Lets Fight’ – Maidoki appeared first on Naija News.
