Argentine football icon, Lionel Messi has admitted that while thoughts about retirement occasionally cross his mind, he is still focused on enjoying every moment on the pitch before that day eventually comes. The Inter Miami captain spoke on Wednesday as the closing guest at the America Business Summit, joining a lineup that featured U.S. President, […] The post Lionel Messi Reflects On His Career, Future At America Business Summit appeared first on Naija News.
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A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed the Ekiti State governorship primary, earlier scheduled to hold on Saturday, November 8, 2025, blaming the decision on logistics constraints. The development was contained in a letter jointly signed by the factional Acting National Chairman, Abdulrahman Mohammed, and the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, and […] The post Just In: PDP Faction Postpones Ekiti Governorship Primary appeared first on Naija News.
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday administered the oath of office to Dr Bernard Doro and Dr Kingsley Udeh, officially inducting both men into the Federal Executive Council (FEC). Naija News reports that the ceremony was held at 1:52 p.m. inside the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja, shortly before the commencement of the first […] The post Tinubu Swears In Doro, Udeh As Ministers appeared first on Naija News.
The Senate has ordered the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and other regulatory bodies to enforce, without compromise, the ban on high-strength alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets beginning December 2025. The lawmakers insisted that no further extension beyond the current moratorium would be permitted, saying the industry must comply with […] The post Senate Directs NAFDAC To Enforce December 2025 Ban On Sachet Alcohol appeared first on Naija News.
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, (SAN), has urged the federal government to disclose details of the alleged coup attempt in the country. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television, Falana urged the government to be open with Nigerians. According to him, the government has not yet provided a clear response to reports of arrests linked […] The post Femi Falana Carpets FG Over Silence On Alleged Coup, Demands Full Disclosure appeared first on Naija News.
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to eradicating terrorism and achieving lasting peace throughout the country, assuring Nigerians that the Federal Government is intensifying its engagement with international partners to enhance national security. Speaking at the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the State House in Abuja, Tinubu stated that his government […] The post ‘We Will Defeat Terrorism’ – Tinubu States Amidst Trumps Threat appeared first on Naija News.
FIFA’s appointment of South African officials to handle Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup playoff against Gabon has caused a storm of protest, with fans and football figures across the country accusing the world football body of insensitivity and bias. In a letter dated November 3, 2025, FIFA confirmed that Tom Abongile will referee the Super Eagles […] The post FIFA Faces Backlash For Appointing South African Officials In Nigeria Vs Gabon World Cup Playoff appeared first on Naija News.
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Thursday, cautioned ministerial nominee Kingsley Udeh (SAN) against responding to any question related to United States President Donald Trump’s recent controversial remarks about Nigeria. Udeh, who appeared before the Senate for screening, was nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to replace Uche Nnaji, the former Minister of Innovation, Science and […] The post ‘Ignore Questions Urging You To Speak On Trump’ – Akpabio Warns Ministerial Nominee appeared first on Naija News.
The Senate on Thursday confirmed Dr Kingsley Tochukwu Ude, SAN, from Enugu State, as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria after a screening session that briefly sparked tension among lawmakers. Ude, born in 1978, previously served as Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Enugu State before being nominated by President Bola Tinubu […] The post Just In: Senate Confirms Kingsley Ude As Minister After Intense Screening appeared first on Naija News.
Atalanta head coach Ivan Juric has broken his silence following a heated touchline confrontation with Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman during their Champions League victory over Marseille on Wednesday night. The flashpoint occurred in the 75th minute when Juric substituted Lookman for Yunus Musah with the game still goalless. The Nigerian forward looked visibly upset with […] The post Atalanta Coach Ivan Juric Speaks After Heated Exchange With Ademola Lookman appeared first on Naija News.
