The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has disclosed that he was forced to triple his personal security after receiving multiple death threats from individuals and companies whose mining licences were revoked for violating government regulations. Alake, who made the revelation during a press briefing in Abuja on Friday, ahead of the 10th […] The post JUST IN: Alake Intensifies Security After Death Threats Over Mining Licence Revocations appeared first on Naija News.
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The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has applauded the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on the steps taken so far on the recent killings in Akinlalu. In a statement by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, made available to Naija News, the governor called for the observance of the rule of law in the […] The post Adeleke Hails IGP Over Probe Of Akinlalu Killings appeared first on Naija News.
Nigeria’s Super Eagles survived a nervy finish in Maseru on Friday night as they edged Lesotho 2-1 to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification hopes alive. William Troost-Ekong opened the scoring for the Super Eagles in the 55th minute from the penalty spot, after a Lesotho defender handled the ball in the box. Substitute […] The post Super Eagles Go One Point Behind South Africa After Beating Lesotho appeared first on Naija News.
President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has described the genocide claim by United States lawmakers as a false narrative. Speaking in an interview with France24 TV in Paris, Bwala asserted that the president has dismantled terror networks responsible for insecurity in Nigeria. He assured Nigeria’s foreign partners that there is no […] The post Our Insecurity Driven By Criminality Not Religion – Bwala Tells Foreign Partners appeared first on Naija News.
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the death of four soldiers in an insurgent attack on the Military Super Camp at Ngamdu, along the Damaturu–Maiduguri highway. In a statement issued by Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer of Operation HADIN KAI, the Army said troops successfully repelled the terrorists despite their use of rocket-propelled grenades […] The post Army Confirms Four Soldiers Killed In Ngamdu Attack appeared first on Naija News.
Former Benue State Governor, Gabriel Suswam, has debunked reports that he is planning to dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Suswam, in a statement released on Friday by his media aide, Bede Bartholomew, dismissed the speculation as “baseless, aimless, and a lie from the deepest pit of hell.” Naija […] The post Suswam Speaks On Dumping PDP For APC appeared first on Naija News.
A Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos State, was on Friday approached for a fresh bail application by Fred Ajudua, after losing his bid at the Supreme Court on May 9. Ajudua is standing trial for allegedly defrauding a Palestinian national, Mr. Zad Abu Zalaf, of $1,043,000 under false pretences. The defendant, who appeared […] The post Ajudua Files Fresh Bail Application After Supreme Court Loss appeared first on Naija News.
Manchester City forward Erling Haaland has been voted the Premier League Player of the Month for September 2025. In September , Erling Haaland had a dazzling run of form that saw him score five goals and register an assist in just three matches. The Norwegian hitman proved unstoppable throughout the month, finding the net against […] The post Erling Haaland Named Premier League Player Of The Month For September appeared first on Naija News.
Dangote Refinery has denied allegations that it imported dirty petrol from the United Kingdom into Nigeria. The management of the refinery, in a statement made available to Naija News on Friday, dismissed recent media reports alleging that it is importing finished petrol with high sulphur content into Nigeria, describing the claims as false, malicious and […] The post Dangote Denies Importing Dirty Petrol With High Sulphur Content Into Nigeria appeared first on Naija News.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have confirmed their starting lineup for today’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa. Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has opted for a strong side as the three-time African champions look to secure maximum points and strengthen […] The post World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles Of Nigeria Starting Eleven For Lesotho Clash appeared first on Naija News.
