A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Sowunmi, has expressed confidence that the opposition party cannot be ruled out in the 2027 general elections. Naija News reports that Sowunmi made this known on Thursday during an interview programme on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’, programme. Amidst the leadership crisis that has engulfed the PDP […] The post Why You Can Never Rule Out PDP In 2027 Election – Segun Sowunmi appeared first on Naija News.
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Nigerian music stars Ayra Starr, Davido, Wizkid and Tiwa Savage have been nominated for the 2026 MOBO Awards, reinforcing Nigeria’s growing dominance on the global Black music scene. The nominations were unveiled on Thursday, with organisers announcing contenders across 20 categories ahead of the awards ceremony scheduled for March 26, 2026, at Co-op Live in […] The post Full List: Nigerians Dominate As Ayra Starr, Davido, Wizkid, Others Make 2026 MOBO Awards Nominations appeared first on Naija News.
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has restated his determination to remain in charge of Nigeria’s senior men’s national team, insisting that his focus is firmly on the task at hand despite growing speculation about his future. Naija News reports the Super Eagles’ hopes of lifting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) were dashed […] The post Eric Chelle Reaffirms Commitment To Super Eagles Amid Future Talks appeared first on Naija News.
The Kano State command of the Nigeria Police Force has intercepted suspected explosive materials and illicit drugs in two separate intelligence-led operations across parts of the metropolitan local government areas of the state. Naija News reports that the operations were confirmed in a statement issued on Friday by the command’s spokesperson, CSP Abdullahi Kiyawa. Kiyawa […] The post Police Uncover Explosives In Kano appeared first on Naija News.
Anu Adeleke, the alleged daughter of singer Davido, has responded after the artiste publicly rejected her request for a DNA test and dismissed the paternity claim on social media. Naija News reports that in a series of tweets, Davido stated that he had never met Anu’s mother except during the period a DNA test was […] The post DNA Saga: I’m Devastated By The Way You’re Cursing Me, Threatening To Jail My Mum – Davido’s Alleged Daughter Replies Singer appeared first on Naija News.
Stand-up comedy used to fill halls across Nigeria, from Lagos to Abuja, with laughter and energy. Today, however, the scene is not as vibrant as it once was. Shows are fewer, venues are smaller, and many comedians are shifting to social media or online platforms instead of live performances. Why This Is Happening Several factors […] The post Stand-Up Comedy Isn’t Dying In Nigeria, It’s Evolving – Comedian Ayo Makun appeared first on Naija News.
Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), has said that the South-East region has experienced significant improvement in security following the arrest of separatist agitator Simon Ekpa. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme on Thursday, the Minister stated that the region experienced a more peaceful Christmas following the arrest of the agitator. He asserted […] The post Christmas In Southeast Was Better After We Arrested Simon Ekpa – Minister Of Defence appeared first on Naija News.
Yesterday, January 15, 2026, marked exactly 60 years since Nigeria’s first military coup of 1966, a turning point that altered the nation’s political trajectory and reshaped its history. January 15, is also observed as Armed Forces Remembrance Day, a date set aside to honour members of the Nigerian Armed Forces who paid the supreme price […] The post Full List: All You Need To Know About Nigeria Military Head Of States Since 1966 appeared first on Naija News.
Afrobeats superstar, Davido Adeleke, has berated Anu Adeleke over her consistent claims that he is her biological father. In a chat shared on her Instagram page, Anu had sent a message to Davido begging him for a DNA test. However, Davido insisted that he is not her father and warned that he would arrest her […] The post Are You Mad? I Said I Am Not Your Dad – Davido Blasts Alleged Daughter In Private DM appeared first on Naija News.
The leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) appears divided and uncertain as negotiations with former Kano State Governor and NNPP national leader, Rabiu Kwankwaso, have reportedly stalled over what party insiders describe as his “stringent conditions” and prolonged hesitation. Multiple party sources told The Whistler that the APC leadership has suspended further talks with […] The post ‘Stringent Conditions’ – APC Suspends Talks With Kwankwaso, Shifts Final Decision To Tinubu appeared first on Naija News.
