The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, on Thursday, January 15, led proceedings marking the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day at the cenotaph of the Unknown Soldier, Eagle Square, Abuja. Naija News reports that Shettima represented President Bola Tinubu, who is currently in the United Arab Emirates attending the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026. […] The post Shettima Leads 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day As FG Honours Fallen Heroes appeared first on Naija News.
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An independent civic watchdog, the Good Governance Advocacy Centre (GGAC) has absolved the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara of any misconduct capable of removing him from office. In a statement issued on Thursday the group described the ongoing impeachment proceedings against the governor and his deputy as a political witch-hunt driven by personal interests […] The post Fubara’s Impeachable Move Political Witch-hunt, No Constitutional Breach – Report appeared first on Naija News.
Former Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, who is standing trial over alleged irregularities in the ownership structure of Dala Inland Dry Port Limited, on Wednesday received a temporary reprieve as a State High Court declined an application seeking his arrest. Naija News reports that Ganduje and three other defendants are facing a 10-count charge bordering […] The post Court Declines Arrest Order For Ganduje In Dala Dry Port Ownership Scandal appeared first on Naija News.
The Nigeria Police Force has detained Comrade Segun Oluwasanmi, a former employee of Alpha-Beta Consulting Limited, following his allegations of corruption and tax evasion against the firm. A relative of Oluwasanmi told SaharaReporters on Thursday that he was detained on Wednesday at the State Intelligence Department (SID) Command Headquarters in Ikeja, Lagos. “Comr Segun Oluwasanmi […] The post Police Detain Tinubu-Linked Alpha-Beta Whistleblower Over Alleged Cyberbullying appeared first on Naija News.
Ace Nigerian comedian, Bovi Ugboma, has blasted the Super Eagles players for their loss to Morocco in their African Cup of Nations semifinal clash on Wednesday. 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 a video posted on Instagram on […] The post ‘Social Media Praise Got Into Your Head’ – Bovi Slams Super Eagles Over Loss To Morocco appeared first on Naija News.
Counsel to the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has berated the Katsina State Government over its plan to release 70 suspected bandits. In a statement issued in Abuja, Ejiofor described the move as an inversion of justice, morality and sovereignty, warning that it could worsen insecurity and fuel […] The post Ifeanyi Ejiofor Knocks Katsina Govt Over Plan To Release 70 Suspected Bandits appeared first on Naija News.
Nollywood actor Bolanle Ninalowo has stirred fresh relationship talk after posting a video from what appeared to be a recent date on his Instagram page. Naija News reports that the 45-year-old actor, who is a divorced father of two, shared the clip with a caption that showed he may be ready to welcome love back […] The post I Will Spoil Her Silly – Bolanle Ninalowo Hints At New Love 3 Years After Divorce appeared first on Naija News.
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has praised the courage, sacrifice, and commitment of fallen soldiers and serving members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, towards the country’s unity and security. Naija News reports that Atiku, in a post on Thursday via his 𝕏 handle, said he and his family joined millions of Nigerians in solemn remembrance of military […] The post Atiku Pays Tribute To Fallen And Serving Soldiers On Armed Forces Remembrance Day appeared first on Naija News.
The president of the Cameroonian Football Federation, Samuel Eto’o, has been suspended for four matches and fined $20,000 following incidents linked to Cameroon’s quarter-final loss to Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Cameroon’s federation, FECAFOOT, confirmed on Wednesday that it had received the ruling from the disciplinary committee of CAF. While acknowledging the […] The post AFCON 2025: CAF Bans Samuel Eto’o, Fines Him $20,000 appeared first on Naija News.
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has admitted that his side lacked the movement and power needed to get over the line in their semi-final defeat to hosts Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Naija News reports that the Super Eagles of Nigeria bowed out on Wednesday night after a tense goalless […] The post AFCON 2025: Eric Chelle Admits Super Eagles Fell Short Against Morocco, Plays Down Future Talk appeared first on Naija News.
