Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Tuesday, 13th January, 2026 1. ‘Nigerians Are Tired Of Press Releases’ – Peter Obi Raises Alarm On Whereabouts Of President Tinubu Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised questions about the whereabouts and activities of President Bola […] The post Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Tuesday, 13th January, 2026 appeared first on Naija News.
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A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Olisa Agbakoba, has said the people of Rivers State are disappointed over the fresh rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Naija News reports that a fresh political turmoil erupted in Rivers State after members of the House Assembly, reportedly loyal […] The post Rivers People Terribly Disappointed Over Wike-Fubara Situation – Agbakoba appeared first on Naija News.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of suppressing free speech and of strategically targeting the opposition party. Naija News reports that PDP made this known while reacting to concerns raised by Amnesty International over what it described as a growingly repressive climate for dissent in Nigeria. In an interview […] The post 2027: ‘APC Has Infiltrated Every Political Party’ – PDP appeared first on Naija News.
The Nenadi Usman-led faction of the Labour Party in Rivers State has officially collapsed its entire party structure into the African Democratic Congress (ADC), marking a major political realignment ahead of the 2027 general elections. The decision was announced on Monday by the faction’s Chairman, Gogo Wellington, during a press conference attended by party stalwarts […] The post 2027: Rivers LP Faction Collapses Structure Into ADC, Backs Peter Obi For Presidency appeared first on Naija News.
The immediate past President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and former global leader of the International Trade Union Confederation, Ayuba Wabba, has been thrown into mourning following the death of his father, Jidayi Filibus Asarya Wabba. The elder statesman reportedly passed away on January 8, 2026, at the age of 90. In a statement […] The post Former NLC Boss Ayuba Wabba Loses Father appeared first on Naija News.
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the government of Governor Monday Okpebholo over the worsening insecurity in Ekpoma. Speaking via a statement on Monday by its Publicity Secretary, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, the party stated that the crisis in the state was a result of incompetence, indifference, and authoritarian reflexes. The […] The post Insecurity: PDP Blasts Okpebholo, Says Ekpoma Abandoned To Kidnappers appeared first on Naija News.
Chelsea welcome Arsenal to Stamford Bridge this week in the League Cup, with Liam Rosenior set to take charge of his first home fixture since his appointment. Liam Rosenior head into the tie in a confident mood after seeing off Charlton Athletic in the FA Cup, a result that came without any fresh injury setbacks. […] The post Chelsea New Coach Liam Rosenior Weighs Fitness Calls Ahead Of Arsenal Test appeared first on Naija News.
Sammy Daniels, brother of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, has reportedly been arrested by police during a live video broadcast. Naija News reports that the incident happened on the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, where Sammy was said to be with a friend when authorities approached. Viewers of the live session saw the events unfold before […] The post Regina Daniels’ Brother Arrested appeared first on Naija News.
Real Madrid have confirmed that Álvaro Arbeloa will take over as the club’s first-team coach after Xabi Alonso departed by mutual consent. The announcement came earlier today, January 12, just a day after Los Blancos suffered a narrow defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final. “Real Madrid announces that Álvaro Arbeloa is the […] The post Real Madrid Appoint Álvaro Arbeloa As First-Team Coach Following Xabi Alonso’s Exit appeared first on Naija News.
Real Madrid have confirmed that Xabi Alonso has stepped down as head coach, bringing an abrupt end to seven months in charge of the Spanish giants. The club announced on Sunday that the decision was reached by mutual agreement, with Alonso departing his role with immediate effect. In an official statement, Real Madrid said: “Real […] The post Xabi Alonso Leaves Real Madrid After Seven Months Reign appeared first on Naija News.
