Liverpool star Mohamed Salah delivered a stellar performance on Wednesday, scoring twice as Egypt defeated Djibouti 3-0 in Casablanca to book their ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 33-year-old captain, who has now netted nine goals in the qualifiers, was instrumental in helping Egypt clinch an unassailable five-point lead in Group A with […] The post Liverpool’s Salah Fires Egypt To 2026 World Cup appeared first on Naija News.
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The Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo, Osun State, has ordered the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to arrest the former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, over alleged contempt of court. The fresh order came just hours after Yakubu’s exit from office as INEC chairman. The ruling followed a […] The post Court Orders Arrest Of Former INEC Chairman Yakubu appeared first on Naija News.
Nigerian Afrobeats star, Peter Okoye, better known as Mr P, has urged Nigerians to pursue opportunities without fear or shame. Naija News reports that the singer made this known in a post via 𝕏, alongside a throwback photo of him and billionaire businessman, Aliko Dangote. Mr P explained that rich people pursue opportunities without worrying […] The post ‘Be Shameless And Go Get It’ – Peter Okoye Tells Nigerians appeared first on Naija News.
Flying Eagles head coach, Aliyu Zubairu, says he is confident his team can overcome Argentina and book a spot at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup Quarter-finals as both sides clash tonight in Santiago. Nigeria, seven-time African champions, face the South Americans in a Round of 16 showdown that promises to test their tactical discipline […] The post Flying Eagles Coach Zubairu Confident Of Beating Argentina Tonight appeared first on Naija News.
Promising Nigerian forward Olawale Ayodele has completed a move to Hungarian top-flight side Zalaegerszegi TE (ZETE) from Real Sapphire FC, a club based in Lagos state, Nigeria. Olawale Ayodele caught the attention of scouts with his impressive displays in the Nationwide League One (NLO) last season. Ayodele, known for his pace and eye for goal, […] The post Olawale Ayodele Joins Hungarian Club Zalaegerszegi TE, FIFA Slaps Transfer Ban On Heartland FC appeared first on Naija News.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged the Federal Government to address the attacks on Christians truthfully and with compassion. In a statement signed by the President of CAN, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, the association warned that the loss of Christian lives should not be reduced to statistics. Expressing concern over the ongoing discussions about […] The post Christian Communities Suffering Severe Attacks – CAN Cries Out appeared first on Naija News.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will on Thursday, October 9, 2025, know if a critical digital evidence presented for the ongoing trial of the immediate-past governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, will be admitted. Naija News reports that the Lagos State Special Offences Court, Ikeja, presided over by Justice […] The post Court Fixes Date To Rule On Emefiele Fraud Trial’s Evidence appeared first on Naija News.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of coercing opposition politicians into defection. The National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Debo Ologunagba, made the allegation while speaking with newsmen in Abuja on Wednesday. Speaking against the backdrop of a claim by a former media aide to late ex-President Muhammadu […] The post PDP Reacts As Two Governors ‘Set To Defect’ To APC appeared first on Naija News.
At least eight Super Eagles of Nigeria players could be ruled out of the crucial World Cup qualifier against the Benin Republic if they receive another yellow card in Friday’s game against Lesotho. The Super Eagles players at risk of this include Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Tolu Arokodare, Stanley Nwabali, Ademola […] The post Eight Super Eagles Stars Risk Suspension Ahead Of Benin World Cup Qualifier appeared first on Naija News.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has demanded a probe of the academic credentials being paraded by political office holders in the All Progressives Congress-led Federal Government. The party alleged that several persons in the APC-led government are parading forged documents. The PDP National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, made the allegation while addressing newsmen in Abuja […] The post Many People In Tinubu’s Government Have Forged Documents – PDP appeared first on Naija News.
