A quiet afternoon along the Osokoko-Obajanaa road in Kogi State turned chaotic on Thursday when bandits launched an attack on two commercial buses, leaving travellers scrambling for safety. Local sources quoted by Sahara Reporters said the gunmen targeted a pair of 18-seater vehicles. One bus managed to race away, but the other was forced to […] The post Fresh Panic In Kogi As Bandits Attack Buses, Kidnap Passengers On Osokoko-Obajana Road appeared first on Naija News.
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Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, has advised the Federal Government to prioritise discreet and sustained diplomatic engagement in responding to the designation of Nigeria as a country of particular concern (CPC) by United States President Donald Trump. Speaking in Abuja on Thursday at a briefing to announce activities marking the […] The post CPC Designation: Boss Mustapha Recounts How Buhari Got Nigeria Delisted appeared first on Naija News.
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, describing his death as a great loss for Nigeria and the Muslim Ummah. With “a heavy heart,” Obi said in a condolence message that he joins millions of Nigerians in mourning the passing of the […] The post ‘With Heavy Heart I Join Millions Of Nigerians’ – Peter Obi Mourns Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi appeared first on Naija News.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, confronted a Federal Fire Service officer after discovering that the water tank on one of their trucks was only half-filled. Naija News reports that in the video making the rounds online, the visibly displeased Minister said such negligence was unacceptable, especially during the harmattan season when fire outbreaks are […] The post ‘You’re Being Paid To Do A Job, Don’t Give Me That Stupid Excuse’ – Tunji-Ojo Tackles Fire Service Officer appeared first on Naija News.
Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), months after cutting ties with the ruling All Progressives Congress. Naija News reports that the former governor on Thursday registered with the ADC at the party’s office in U/Sarki Ward, Kaduna, where he also received and collected his membership card. […] The post El-Rufai Joins ADC In Kaduna appeared first on Naija News.
Portugal’s U17 side claimed their first-ever World Cup title in Doha after edging Austria 1-0 in a tense final settled by a lone goal from Anísio Cabral. The young Portuguese team, who survived a dramatic penalty shootout against Brazil in the semi-finals, showed composure from the outset at the Khalifa International Stadium. Both teams arrived […] The post Portugal Win 2025 U17 World Cup Against Austria appeared first on Naija News.
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday participated in an extraordinary virtual summit of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, convened to address the escalating political crisis in Guinea-Bissau, following Wednesday’s military coup. The emergency diplomatic meeting was held on Zoom, the video conferencing platform widely adopted for high-level virtual engagements, with several Heads […] The post Tinubu, ECOWAS Leaders Hold Virtual Summit On Guinea-Bissau Coup appeared first on Naija News.
Rivers United manager Finidi George says his players are ready to fight for their first points of the CAF Champions League group stage when they face Moroccan side RS Berkane in Uyo on Friday. Naija News reports that Rivers United opened their campaign with a bruising 3-0 defeat to Pyramids FC in Cairo. Finidi, speaking […] The post Finidi George Fires Up Rivers United For High-Stakes Berkane Test appeared first on Naija News.
England international, Declan Rice has set the tone for Sunday’s Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Arsenal, saying he is looking forward to renewing his on-pitch rivalry with Moisés Caicedo at Stamford Bridge. The Arsenal midfielder spoke on Wednesday night after helping his side claim a confident 3-1 win over Bayern Munich in the Champions […] The post Declan Rice Eyes Midfield Showdown With Caicedo Ahead Of Chelsea Vs Arsenal Tie appeared first on Naija News.
The lawmaker representing Niger East Senatorial District, Senator Sani Musa, has demanded the immediate arrest of any person linked to terrorism, declaring that no position, title, or bloodline should shield suspects from prosecution. Naija News reports that Musa, speaking at Senate plenary, tied his call to the rapid spread of insecurity now haunting every region, […] The post ‘If My Son Turns Terrorist, Arrest Him’ – Lawmaker Declares Amid Nationwide Kidnap, Banditry Surge appeared first on Naija News.
