Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has announced that the state will begin settling the verified gratuity and pension arrears that have remained unpaid since 2001, describing the backlog as a burden the state can no longer ignore. Speaking during his monthly media briefing at Government House, Umuahia, Alex Otti stated that his administration had completed a […] The post Alex Otti Moves To Clear Abia’s 24-Year Pension Backlog, Begins Gradual Payments appeared first on Naija News.
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A primary-section teacher of the missionary-owned St Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, Niger State, Mrs Martha Matthias, on Friday narrated how she and her family survived a bandit attack that struck the school around 1:00 a.m. on November 21. According to the teacher, the attackers barged into the school while pupils, students and staff were fast […] The post ‘They Threatened To Blow Off Her Head’ – Woman Narrates Niger School Kidnapping appeared first on Naija News.
A meeting of the 19 northern state governors, earlier scheduled for November 29 in Kaduna State, has been postponed as governors from the seven North-West states engage in a separate security session with federal authorities. The summit, initially convened by the Northern Governors Forum, was organised to review the resurgence of terrorist attacks sweeping parts […] The post Northern Govs’ Summit Shifted As North-West Engages Senate appeared first on Naija News.
The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has challenged the Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, to provide evidence that he made a statement undermining the security of the state. He stated this in response to claims made by the Kano State Government following its 34th Executive Council Meeting. The government had […] The post I Challenge You To Provide Evidence That I Undermined Security – Barau Dares Gov Yusuf appeared first on Naija News.
President Bola Tinubu has celebrated Nigeria’s election into the Council of the International Maritime Organisation for the 2026 to 2027 term, describing it as “a strong affirmation of the country’s growing maritime influence and its constructive role in global shipping governance.” Nigeria reclaimed its seat in Category C of the IMO Council during the organisation’s […] The post Nigeria Secures Return To IMO Council As Tinubu Hails ‘Strong Global Endorsement’ appeared first on Naija News.
Italy — Gospel recording artist and minister Dorady (Deaconess Eddy Dora Owamagbe) releases her latest single, “I Am Not Afraid,” an energizing and faith-filled anthem reminding believers of God’s unstoppable power and ever-present grace. Hailing from Benin City, Edo State, Dorady has grown into a passionate worship leader serving under RCC Europe Region 5, Italy Mission. With her rich, melodious voice and spirit-led delivery, she is known for creating worship moments that lift the soul and ignite bold faith. “I Am Not Afraid” is inspired by 2 Corinthians 12:9 and celebrates God’s strength working through our weaknesses. It is a…
Tragedy struck Kano State on Friday as two separate fire incidents claimed the lives of three people, with one person sustaining injuries, according to the Kano State Fire Service. The first calamity unfolded around 1:30pm at the Kura Market junction along Zaria Road, when a petrol tanker carrying 30,000 litres of fuel overturned and exploded. […] The post Three Dead In Kano Tanker Explosion As Second Fire Hits Taruni Plaza appeared first on Naija News.
Fulham head coach, Marco Silva, has called on winger Samuel Chukwueze to maintain his work ethic if he hopes to secure a permanent move to Craven Cottage. Chukwueze, currently on loan from Serie A side AC Milan, has yet to start a Premier League match since joining the Whites. The loan deal includes an option […] The post Silva Tells Samuel Chukwueze What To Do To Get Permanent Deal At Fulham appeared first on Naija News.
Nigerian skitmaker, Emmanuel Ejekwu, popularly known as Sabinus, has revealed that his father was initially furious about his decision to become a comedian. Naija News reports that Sabinus, in an interview with media personality, VJ Adams, explained that his father wanted him to be a lawyer, but he eventually settled for Linguistics and Communication Studies after […] The post ‘My Father Called Skit Making Stupid Business, Regrets Funding My Education’ – Sabinus appeared first on Naija News.
Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has dismissed Joshua Kimmich’s recent critique of his team’s style, insisting that playing a direct brand of football is not unique to the Gunners. Kimmich, speaking after Bayern Munich’s 3-1 defeat at the Emirates in Wednesday’s Champions League fixture, accused Arsenal of leaning too heavily on set-pieces and long balls. He […] The post Mikel Arteta Responds To Kimmich’s Criticism Of Arsenal Ahead Of Chelsea Clash appeared first on Naija News.
