The Kaduna State Chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has alleged that some coalition partners have been sponsored to institute a court case against former Kaduna governor, Nasir El-Rufai and others. The ADC National Vice Chairman (North-West), Jafar Sani, accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of trying to sabotage the ongoing reorganisation of […] The post Coalition Partners Sponsored To Institute Court Case Against El-Rufai – ADC appeared first on Naija News.
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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has approved the admission of 85 underage candidates who will be below 16 years by September 2025, after what it described as a “rigorous and comprehensive screening” under its exceptional admission policy. The Board’s Public Communication Adviser, Fabian Benjamin, said the decision was taken in line with global […] The post JAMB Clears 85 Underage Candidates For Admission After Special Screening appeared first on Naija News.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed the screening of aspirants for the 2025 Elective National Convention. Naija News reports that the screening, which was earlier scheduled for Tuesday, October 28, 2025, was postponed due to unforeseen circumstances, according to a statement on Monday signed by the Chairman of the PDP National Convention Organising Committee […] The post PDP Postpones Screening Of Aspirants For National Convention appeared first on Naija News.
The crisis rocking the Social Democratic Party (SDP) deepened over the weekend as a faction loyal to the party’s National Chairman, Shehu Gabam, announced the expulsion of its 2023 presidential candidate, Adewole Adebayo, and several other national officers over alleged anti-party activities. Those expelled alongside Adebayo include the National Legal Adviser, Aderemi Abimbola; the National […] The post SDP Faction Expels Ex-Presidential Candidate, Others Over Anti-Party Allegations appeared first on Naija News.
Nigerian singer Ominiyi Temidayo, better known as Zlatan Ibile, has opened up about how becoming a father at 25 changed his perspective on life. Naija News reports that the ‘Zanku’ crooner, in a recent episode of the ‘Is This A Safe Space?’ podcast, said the birth of his son made him realise that life was […] The post ‘The Birth Of My Son Made Me Realise Life Was Getting Serious’ – Zlatan appeared first on Naija News.
There was tension at the Kuje Magistrate Court in Abuja on Monday as heavily armed police officers barricaded the entrance, preventing lawyers, journalists, and members of the public from accessing the premises. The operatives, who arrived in the early hours, sealed off all access points without explanation, sparking confusion and speculation over the motive behind […] The post Police Fire Teargas, Bar Journalists, Lawyers From Court Ahead Of Sowore’s Appearance (Video) appeared first on Naija News.
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has warned Omoyele Sowore and his supporters against mobilising protests in reaction to recent demolitions in the state. Speaking to journalists on Monday at the Iyana-Oworo axis of the Third Mainland Bridge, Jimoh said the command had carried out massive deployments across Lagos to forestall any planned […] The post Lagos CP Warns Sowore Against Mobilising Protest Over Demolitions appeared first on Naija News.
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has been elected as the new president of the Nigerian Boxing Federation (NBF), taking over leadership of the sport’s governing body with a promise to revive boxing across the country. Edun, who is known for his deep interest in grassroots sports development, ran […] The post Finance Minister Wale Edun Elected Nigerian Boxing Federation President, Promises Major Overhaul appeared first on Naija News.
It was another action-packed weekend for Nigerian footballers across Europe and beyond, with several stars delivering standout performances for their clubs. From Victor Osimhen’s brilliance in Turkey to Gift Orban’s sharp finish in Italy, here’s a rundown of how some of Nigeria’s finest footballers lit up the pitch. TURKEY – Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray) Victor Osimhen […] The post Top Performing Nigerian Footballers Abroad Last Weekend: Osimhen Shines Again, Orban Scores, Others appeared first on Naija News.
Former Governor of Jigawa State, Sule Lamido, has officially announced his intention to contest for the position of National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Naija News reports that Lamido made this known in a post via his verified Facebook page on Monday. Lamido, a former Minister of Foreign Affairs, said he would visit […] The post ‘My Commitment To Restore PDP To Its Old Glory Is Unstoppable’ – Lamido Declares Bid For National Chairmanship appeared first on Naija News.
