The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has introduced a new feature to its passport tracking system to notify applicants when their passports are ready for collection. The move, it said, is aimed at improving transparency and addressing public concerns over delays. Naija News understands that the new addition, tagged “PRODUCED (Passport Produced, Ready for Collection)”, is […] The post NIS Unveils New Feature On Nigerian Passport Tracking System appeared first on Naija News.
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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has clarified the decision to withdraw Victor Osimhen before Nigeria’s dramatic penalty shootout defeat to Morocco in the semi-final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Naija News reports that the Super Eagles bowed out after a goalless 120 minutes, losing 4-2 on penalties to the Atlas Lions, a […] The post AFCON 2025: Eric Chelle Explains Osimhen Substitution, Oliseh Applauds Onyeamachi appeared first on Naija News.
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice (AGF), Michael Aondoakaa, SAN, has recalled how the administration of late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua adopted a zero-tolerance approach to banditry, warning that a similar decisive response is now urgently needed to avert a looming hunger crisis in Benue State. Speaking during an interview on […] The post ‘Late President Yar’Adua Showed No Mercy To Bandits’ – Ex-AGF Calls For US-Nigeria Collaboration appeared first on Naija News.
Former Big Brother Naija Housemate, Natasha Akide, better known as Tacha, has faulted the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) over the Super Eagles’ loss to Morocco. Naija News recalls that Super Eagles lost 4-2 on penalties to the hosts in Rabat, effectively ending their dream of a fourth continental title. In an Instagram post on Thursday, Tacha […] The post AFCON: ‘NFF Is A Very Unserious Organization’ – Tacha Blows Hot appeared first on Naija News.
Yiga Wamala, a Senior Presidential Adviser to Ugandan President, Yoweri Museveni, has sparked controversy after declaring that the country’s long-serving leader would not lose power through the ballot. In a viral video that has attracted significant attention, Wamala dismissed the importance of citizens remaining at polling stations during elections, claiming that votes would not be […] The post ‘President Musevenu Will Still Remain In The Chair’ – Presidential Aide Claims Amidst Ugandan Election appeared first on Naija News.
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested members of a criminal gang involved in a recent attack on the convoy of the former Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige. In the ensuing gun battle, two suspects were killed, and several others escaped with injuries. The police described the operation as a significant breakthrough […] The post Police Arrest Members Of Criminal Gang Linked To Attack On Ngige’s Convoy appeared first on Naija News.
The Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has returned to school and is set to study Law (Common Law and Sharia). According to the admission letter trending on social media, the former Central Bank Governor is set to study at the Northwest University, Kano. Naija News reports that Sanusi was granted special consideration and would […] The post Emir Of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Returns To School (Photo) appeared first on Naija News.
Atletico Madrid have turned their attention to Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes following their decision to sell Conor Gallagher to Tottenham in the January transfer window. Marca reports the Spanish side have identified the 24-year-old Brazilian international as a key transfer target as they reshape their midfield. Wolves could also be set to lose another senior […] The post Transfer Updates: Joao Gomes, En-Nesyri, Paquetá, Souza, Malen, Others appeared first on Naija News.
The Rivers State House of Assembly, under the leadership of Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, has failed to resume plenary on Thursday, January 15, 2026, a week after adjourning its last sitting. In its first sitting of 2026, held on January 8, the House initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, […] The post Rivers Assembly Fails To Resume Plenary After Impeachment Proceedings appeared first on Naija News.
Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, John Oyegun, has warned that Nigeria’s very existence is under threat, declaring that urgent collective action is required to rescue the country. Oyegun spoke on Thursday in Benin City, Edo State, at an event where veteran journalist and publisher, Dele Momodu, formally joined the African Democratic Congress […] The post Nigeria’s Existence Under Threat — Oyegun Says As Dele Momodu Joins ADC appeared first on Naija News.
