Military officers in Guinea Bissau announced on Wednesday that they had taken full control of the country. They also suspended the electoral process and ordered the immediate closure of national borders. This occurred 72 hours after legislative and presidential elections in the troubled West African state. The officers described the takeover as “total control”, citing […] The post Just In: Guinea Bissau Military Takes Over, Suspends Elections appeared first on Naija News.
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has forwarded a list of three individuals nominated for ambassadorial positions to the Senate. Naija News reports that Tinubu is seeking the Senate to screen and confirm the trio. This was made known by the Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary on Wednesday. The nominees are Kayode Are from Ogun State, Aminu […] The post BREAKING: Tinubu Nominates Three Individuals For Ambassador, Sends Names To Senate appeared first on Naija News.
The Senate on Wednesday, 26th November 2025, erupted into a charged session over Nigeria’s worsening security crisis, a discussion triggered by a motion from Kwara South senator, Lola Ashiru, calling for urgent federal intervention in the escalating insecurity across Kwara, Kebbi, and Niger states. For weeks, the North-Central and neighbouring frontline states have reported rising […] The post Insecurity: ‘We Need International Support’ – Barau Makes U-Turn After ‘Rejecting’ Donald Trump’s Invasion Threat appeared first on Naija News.
The lawmaker representing Kogi Central senatorial district, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Wednesday, charged the Senate to probe the circumstances surrounding the death of 13-year-old Ochanya Ogbanje. Naija News reports that Akpoti-Uduaghan submitted the petition on behalf of Inibehe Effiong Chambers during plenary. The lawmaker in her address accused some individuals of attempting to “shield those responsible […] The post Natasha Charges Senate To Act On Ochanya Ogbanje’s Controversial Death appeared first on Naija News.
The Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) has accused presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, of attempting to divert attention away from the failures of the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The POMR, in a statement on Wednesday signed by its spokesperson, Ibrahim Umar, cautioned Onanuga against launching verbal attacks against former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi. […] The post Trump: You Can’t Distract Nigerians From The Failure Of Tinubu Govt – Peter Obi Camp Replies Onanuga appeared first on Naija News.
Panic broke out on Wednesday morning when a moving trailer unknowingly dropped a bag filled with live bullets along the Zaria–Sokoto highway, close to the Ahmadu Bello University. The ammunition pack reportedly slipped off from a vehicle believed to have passed through the route, heavily loaded, while the driver remained oblivious to the fall. Eyewitnesses […] The post Panic As Sack Of Bullets Falls From A Moving Truck On Zaria-Sokoto Highway [VIDEO] appeared first on Naija News.
Former Chelsea midfielder Craig Burley has taken aim at FIFA after the governing body cleared Cristiano Ronaldo to play in Portugal’s opening match at the 2026 World Cup. Naija News reports that Cristiano Ronaldo had been shown a straight red during Portugal’s 2-0 loss to Ireland after elbowing Dara O’Shea away from the ball. The […] The post Chelsea Legend Blasts FIFA For Allowing Cristiano Ronaldo To Feature In 2026 World Cup Opener appeared first on Naija News.
Sanchuks Gospels proudly presents “Extra Praise & Thank You For A New Day”, one of the standout singles from the ministry’s newly completed 10-track gospel album. These powerful tracks as well as others deliver an atmosphere of deep worship and heartfelt praise, combining soulful vocals, uplifting melodies, and spiritually rich lyrics that remind believers of God’s greatness and overwhelming love. Although the full album features a wide range of anointed songs, Sanchuks Gospels is currently promoting selected singles due to the high cost of nationwide music promotion. “Extra Praise & Thank You For A New Day” have been chosen as…
In a jubilant ceremony on Wednesday, Kebbi State Commissioner for Education, Halima Bande, formally handed over 24 rescued Maga schoolgirls to their families, bringing closure to one of the state’s most distressing abduction cases. The ceremony, held in Birnin Kebbi, was filled with prayers and celebration as parents reunited with their children, following their rescue […] The post Kebbi Govt Reunites 24 Rescued Maga Schoolgirls With Families appeared first on Naija News.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike on Wednesday issued a stern warning, declaring that directors behind the controversial school-closure memo will “not be spared,” insisting punishment is inevitable. Speaking to reporters during an infrastructure inspection at A11 in Guzape, Abuja, the minister expressed outrage, calling the decision “unimaginable” and an act […] The post ‘We Will Not Forgive Anyone Involved In This’ – Wike Reacts To Order On Shutting Of FCT Schools appeared first on Naija News.
