Benue State Government has shut down a privately-owned mortuary in Ugbokolo, Okpokwu Local Government Area. Naija News understands that the development occurred after some community youths defied public health regulations by forcibly placing the remains of a confirmed Lassa fever patient in the facility. The Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Paul Ogwuche, disclosed that […] The post Benue State Shuts Down Mortuary After Youths Dump Lassa Fever Corpse appeared first on Naija News.
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Nigerian producer cum music executive, Collins Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy, has revealed that the end of Mo’Hits record label, co-founded with D’banj, taught him a great lesson. Naija News reports that Don Jazzy, in a recent interview with Rolling Stone, said he almost quit music and moved abroad after the record label ended […] The post ‘After Mo’Hit Ended, I’ve Learnt Not To Let Anything Break Me’ – Don Jazzy appeared first on Naija News.
The lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has clarified that her invitation to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and other lawmakers for the commissioning of constituency projects in Kogi State was in full compliance with legislative tradition and procedure. Speaking through a statement issued on Thursday, the senator explained that her decision to channel […] The post Natasha Reveals Why She Invited Akpabio, Senators appeared first on Naija News.
Grammy award-winning singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has claimed that the Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti is the only African artist greater than him. Naija News reports that ‘Last Last’ crooner’s bold claim during a recent livestream with popular Australian streamer, Playboymax. While describing Fela as king, Burna Boy boasted, “He [Fala Kuti] […] The post ‘He Is The King’ – Burna Boy Reveals Only African Artist Greater Than Him appeared first on Naija News.
A total of 71 generals of the Nigerian Army, including 60 major generals and 11 brigadier-generals, have been redeployed in a major shake-up of the Nigerian Army. Naija News understands that the shake-up is part of activities heralding the emergence of Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu as the new Chief of Army Staff (COAS). According to […] The post 71 Generals Redeployed, 4 Retained In Major Shake Up Of Nigerian Army (Full List) appeared first on Naija News.
The presidency has declared that the 15 per cent approval of import duty on diesel and premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, is a bridge and not a burden. Naija News reports that President Bola Tinubu conveyed the approval in a letter dated October 21, 2025, following the Federal Inland Revenue Service’s (FIRS) […] The post ‘15% Import Duty On Petrol, Diesel Is Not A Burden’ – Presidency appeared first on Naija News.
An additional 15 military officers have reportedly been arrested over the alleged coup against the Federal Government, bringing the number of detained officers to over 40. According to sources who spoke to Vanguard, the fresh arrests follow the revelations made during the interrogation of the initial 16 officers taken into custody. The detained officers reportedly […] The post Tension In Military As 15 More Officers Are Arrested Over Alleged Coup Plot appeared first on Naija News.
A notorious bandit kingpin, Kachalla Abdurrahman Jankare, has been killed by a rival during an internal dispute in Tsaskiya village, Safana Local Government Area of Katsina State. Naija News learnt that security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, disclosed that Jankare was shot dead on Thursday by a fellow bandit identified as Nazanku, an ally of […] The post Notorious Bandit Leader Shot Dead In Katsina appeared first on Naija News.
Arsenal legend Paul Merson has made his Premier League matchday 10 predictions, backing his former club to keep their fine form going and move even closer to the title. The Premier League weekend promises plenty of drama, with Tottenham hosting Chelsea in north London, while Liverpool face a tricky test at home against Aston Villa. […] The post English Premier League Matchday 10 Fixtures, Kickoff Time, Paul Merson’s Predictions appeared first on Naija News.
A former Governor of Jigawa State and founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sule Lamido, has dragged the party before the Federal High Court in Abuja, seeking an order to halt its forthcoming national convention scheduled for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State. Naija News reports that the convention is expected […] The post Lamido Sues PDP, Seeks Court Order To Stop November 15 Convention appeared first on Naija News.
