Human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, has claimed that over 50 police officers violently attacked his client, Omoyele Sowore, during his rearrest by officers of the Nigeria Police. Naija News reports that Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), who was arrested over a recent protest organised to advocate the release of […] The post ‘Over 50 Police Officers Violently Attacked Sowore’ – Deji Adeyanju appeared first on Naija News.
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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has admitted defender Gabriel Magalhaes is a major doubt for Sunday’s Premier League match against Crystal Palace after picking up an injury in midweek. The Brazilian centre-back was forced off during Tuesday’s game against Atletico Madrid with what Arteta described as “an issue,” and has since been unable to train with […] The post Gabriel Magalhaes Is Major Doubt Ahead Of Arsenal Vs Crystal Palace Game – Mikel Arteta appeared first on Naija News.
President Bola Tinubu on Friday declared that he changed the nation’s service chiefs as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture. Naija News reports that President Tinubu made the revelation in a statement shared via his 𝕏 account. In his submission, Tinubu appreciated the outgoing service chiefs for their years of service and dedicated […] The post Why I Sacked Chief Of Defence Staff, Others – President Tinubu Speaks After Sack Of Service Chiefs appeared first on Naija News.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has described the resignation of Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as very embarrassing. Naija News recalls that Diri resigned from the PDP on October 15, but his next political move remains uncertain amid speculation that the Governor might join […] The post ‘Gov. Diri’s Resignation From PDP Is Very Embarrassing’ – Wike appeared first on Naija News.
Sheffield Wednesday have officially gone into administration, ending months of financial chaos and bringing Dejphon Chansiri’s troubled ownership to a close. The development means the club will suffer a 12-point deduction under English Football League regulations. In a statement on Friday, the Championship side confirmed that Julian Pitts, Kris Wigfield and Paul Stanley from Begbies […] The post EFL Dock Sheffield Wednesday 12 Points As Club Goes Into Administration appeared first on Naija News.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sacked his Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa. Naija News reports that the development was confirmed in a statement released on Friday (today) by Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga. More details shortly… The post BREAKING: President Tinubu Sacks Chief Of Defence Staff, Musa appeared first on Naija News.
Justice Emmanuel Agim of the Supreme Court has debunked public insinuations that judges in Nigeria are members of secret cults, declaring that conscience, integrity, and godliness remain the true foundation of judicial service. Agim made the remarks on Friday, October 24, in Abuja during the Legacy Dialogue 2.0, organised by the Johnny Agim SAN (JASAN) […] The post Nigerian Judges Not Members Of Secret Cults – Says Supreme Court Justice Agim appeared first on Naija News.
Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has warned his players to stay grounded as they prepare to face the Benin Republic in the first leg of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier in Lome. Super Falcons, the defending champions, are favourites to win Friday’s game at the Stade de Kegue, but Madugu insists […] The post Super Falcons Caution Against Complacency Ahead Of Benin Republic Clash appeared first on Naija News.
Spanish tactician, Rafa Benítez has been announced as the new head coach of Panathinaikos FC, sealing a return to management nearly two years after leaving Spanish side Celta Vigo. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the news on Friday, writing, “Rafa Benítez signs in as new Panathinaikos head coach, agreement sealed today with the Spanish manager.” […] The post Rafa Benítez Becomes Panathinaikos’ Head Coach appeared first on Naija News.
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has slammed ARISE Television anchor, Rufai Oseni, over an attack on the current administration. Naija News reports that Oseni had shared an article accusing President Tinubu of being the mastermind of Nigeria’s rising debt profile. Reacting to the post, Onanuga described Rufai […] The post ‘Economic Illiterate’ – Onanuga Attacks ARISE TV Anchor, Rufai Oseni appeared first on Naija News.
