The Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, has expressed strong confidence in Nigeria’s prospects as FIFA continues to review concerns over the eligibility of some Democratic Republic of Congo players in the World Cup qualifiers. Speaking on Friday during an appearance on Arise Television’s Morning Show, Dikko described Nigeria’s case before FIFA as […] The post 2026 World Cup: NSC Confident As Nigeria Awaits FIFA Verdict On DR Congo Eligibility Case appeared first on Naija News.
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Families of victims affected by the persistent insecurity in North West Nigeria have petitioned President Bola Tinubu, urging him to probe serious allegations levelled against two former governors, whom they blame for laying policy foundations that fuelled today’s banditry crisis. The coalition of bereaved families lamented that domestic avenues for justice have been exhausted and […] The post Families Of Banditry Victims Petition Tinubu, Urge Probe Of Ex‑Governors appeared first on Naija News.
Lawyer and author, Charles Omole, has said that the so‑called cabal in the late former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration often planted stories in newspapers for the commander‑in‑chief’s “reading pleasure.” Omole made the disclosure on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television about his newly launched biography, From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari. […] The post Buhari’s Cabal Planted Stories For President’s Reading Pleasure – Omole appeared first on Naija News.
Former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton has released his predictions for a busy Premier League weekend, with Newcastle United tipped to claim a narrow home win over Chelsea at St James’ Park. Writing on BBC Sport, Sutton has gone for a 2-1 victory for Newcastle in Saturday’s early kick-off, a result that would heap more pressure […] The post Chris Sutton Tips Newcastle To Beat Chelsea, Makes Other Predictions [Matchday 17 Fixtures] appeared first on Naija News.
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced a Pre-Enrolment Portal aimed at reducing long waiting times and improving the overall experience of Nigerians seeking to register for the National Identification Number (NIN). The Commission announced the development in a post on its official 𝕏 handle on Friday (today), explaining that the new platform allows […] The post NIMC Launches Portal To Ease NIN Registration appeared first on Naija News.
Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) former housemate cum media personality, Natacha Akinde, better known as Tacha, has slammed content creator, Lawrence Alabi, for turning the arrest of an upcoming creator and social media troll, with the 𝕏 handle ‘Small Ralph’ @Churlah, into online content. Small Ralph is also called ‘Banger Boy’ online due to incessant trolling […] The post Tacha Blasts Content Creator, Lawrence Alabi Over Arrest Of ‘Banger Boy’ appeared first on Naija News.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has summoned the two warring factions of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for a troubleshooting meeting at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. The meeting, which is currently underway, brought together representatives of the Tanimu Turaki‑led faction and the Nyesom Wike‑backed Abdulrahman Mohammed faction to address the lingering leadership crisis […] The post Just In: INEC Summons Rival PDP Factions Over Crisis appeared first on Naija News.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reduced the pump price of petrol for the third time in December 2025, with filling stations in Abuja now selling at ₦835 per litre, down from ₦915 per litre. Naija News understands this marks an ₦80 adjustment by the state‑owned oil firm. The development follows earlier price […] The post NNPCL Cuts Petrol Price Again As Dealers Adjust Fuel Rates appeared first on Naija News.
A former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has urged the United States to impose a visa ban on the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, and the Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. He stated this while reacting to allegations that the duo are involved in arming Fulani […] The post Timi Frank Asks United States To Sanction Ribadu, Kwara Gov Over Alleged Arming Of Fulani Bandits appeared first on Naija News.
Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel has launched a blistering critique of Nigeria’s build-up to AFCON 2025, accusing the Nigeria Football Federation of failing to get its house in order weeks before the tournament begins. Speaking on his ObiOne podcast, Mikel said he was deeply unimpressed by the state of preparations for the finals […] The post Mikel Obi Slams NFF Over Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 Preparations appeared first on Naija News.
