The Governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Soludo, has dismissed widespread social media rumours alleging the death of former Governor Willie Obiano. In a statement on Friday signed by his Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, Soludo described the report that Obiano died in a London hospital as “malicious and utterly false.” The governor said he had personally […] The post Soludo Speaks On Obiano’s Death Rumour appeared first on Naija News.
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has applauded the resilience of former governor, Ayodele Fayose, during his time in office. He pointed out that the misuse of presidential authority contributed significantly to the crisis that cut short the administration. The President made the remark in a congratulatory statement issued in honour of Fayose, who turns 65 on […] The post Why Fayose Faced Problems During First Tenure As Governor – Tinubu appeared first on Naija News.
Minister of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has congratulated former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, on his 65th birthday. Naija News reports that Wike, in a statement signed by his spokesman, Lere Olayinka, said Fayose’s age is a testament to God’s grace and a call for continued service to Nigeria. Wike praised Fayose […] The post ‘Fayose Will Never Pretend About Where He Stands On Issues’ – Wike appeared first on Naija News.
Indications have emerged that Navy Lieutenant A. M. Yerima may not face disciplinary action over his confrontation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, during an enforcement visit to a disputed land in Abuja. The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, had earlier stated that the Federal Government had initiated an investigation into […] The post Military Source Rules Out Sanctions For Officer In Wike Confrontation appeared first on Naija News.
Former National Vice Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), (South-West), Eddy Olafeso, has stated that committed members of the party are desirous of moving ahead despite plans to ‘kill’ the party. Naija News reports that Olafeso made this statement on Friday during an interview on Arise Television, stating that some people want the PDP […] The post PDP Convention: ‘They Want PDP Dead’ – Eddy Olafeso appeared first on Naija News.
A coalition of retired military officers on Friday condemned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over his confrontation with a young naval officer, describing the minister’s conduct as “demeaning,” “unacceptable,” and “a direct insult to the Armed Forces and the Commander-in-Chief.” Naija News reports that the group, comprising retired generals and senior […] The post ‘Who The Hell Is Wike’ – Miltary Veterans Call For Minister’s Removal appeared first on Naija News.
United States Senator, Ted Cruz, has claimed that the Federal Government is aware of policies fueling alleged Christian persecution in Nigeria. He alleged that the government, however, has chosen media manipulation over accountability. Speaking via a statement he shared on his X account on Friday, the American lawmaker stated that the Nigerian government has embarked […] The post You Are Waging A Media Campaign To Avoid Exposure – Ted Cruz Tells FG appeared first on Naija News.
Fresh indications on Friday revealed that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will not be monitoring the Peoples Democratic Party’s national convention, scheduled to take place this weekend in Ibadan, Oyo State. A senior INEC official involved in monitoring party conventions told Saturday Punch that the commission had resolved to stay away from the event […] The post INEC Set To Boycott PDP Convention, Cites Court Order appeared first on Naija News.
Nigeria has produced an impressive line of great players in football, but only a handful have etched their names in the record books through sheer consistency and long service to the Super Eagles. Their journeys span different generations of Super Eagles players, yet they all share the same thread of dedication to the green and […] The post Nigeria’s Most Capped Super Eagles Players, Stats Of Their Historic Careers appeared first on Naija News.
The governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has stated that there will be criminal prosecution over the construction of the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA). Recall that Okpebholo’s predecessor, Godwin Obaseki, had earlier dismissed claims that he had defrauded the Oba of Benin over the project. Speaking on Friday, when the Minister of Arts, […] The post MOWAA Scandal: Okpebholo Vows Criminal Prosecution As Obaseki Denies Defrauding Oba Of Benin appeared first on Naija News.
