President Bola Tinubu has described Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as an “ally within the progressive fold,” despite his exit from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a congratulatory message on the senator’s 69th birthday, Tinubu said Kwankwaso had rendered “invaluable services” to the nation in different capacities. According to the Special Adviser to President […] The post ‘Kwankwaso Remains A Friend And Ally’ – Tinubu Hails Ex-Presidential Candidate appeared first on Naija News.
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The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has dismissed rumours of an imminent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC), insisting he remains a loyal member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking with journalists after the inaugural meeting of the PDP Accommodation Sub-Committee for the forthcoming national convention at Legacy House, Maitama, Abuja, Adeleke said […] The post Adeleke Speaks On Dumping PDP For APC appeared first on Naija News.
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), with just six days to the expiration of its 30-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, has raised alarm over 19 unresolved welfare and administrative issues affecting its members nationwide. In a communiqué issued after its Annual General Meeting in Katsina State, and signed by Secretary General Dr. Shuaibu […] The post Strike: Resident Doctors Reveal Unresolved Demands As Ultimatum Nears Deadline appeared first on Naija News.
The National Chairman of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), Dan Iwuanyanwu, has alleged that some top politicians and businessmen in the Southeast are backing the continued detention of the leader of the Ideginous People Of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. Naija News recalls that the embattled IPOB leader has been in the custody of the Department of […] The post Why Southeast Top Politicians, Businessmen Are Backing Nnamdi Kanu’s Detention – Iwuanyanwu appeared first on Naija News.
A fresh controversy has erupted after a viral video showed the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Jennifer Adighije, presenting ₦20 million to Nollywood actress, Sarah Martins, allegedly on behalf of Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu. Naija News understands that the saga began last week when Martins alleged she […] The post Fresh Twist As Video Shows NDPHC Boss Giving ₦20 Million To Sarah Martins On Behalf Of Seyi Tinubu appeared first on Naija News.
The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State deepened on Monday as more members announced their resignation following Governor Douye Diri’s dramatic exit from the party. Naija News recalls that Diri, alongside members of the state executive council and House of Assembly, resigned from the PDP last Wednesday. While his next political […] The post More Bayelsa PDP Members Dump Party After Diri’s Exit, Fail To Announce Next Platform appeared first on Naija News.
Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Tuesday, 21st October, 2025 1. Why We Teargassed #FreeNnamdiKanu Protesters In Abuja – Police The Nigeria Police Force, has explained that the #FreeNnamdiKanu protesters in Abuja were teargassed on Monday because they violated the court order restraining them from […] The post Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Tuesday, 21st October, 2025 appeared first on Naija News.
Nigerian forward, Michael Ifeoluwa Fashanu, has continued to attract attention in Brazil after playing a pivotal role in Fortaleza’s U-20 victory in the Ceará State Championship. Fashanu netted seven goals and provided two assists to help his side clinch the youth title, performances that have drawn praise from local media and heightened calls for his […] The post Brazil-based Nigerian Star, Fashanu, Eyes Super Eagles Call-up appeared first on Naija News.
The Nigeria Police Force has denied claims that its operatives fired live bullets at protesters in Abuja during the #FreeNnamdiKanu demonstration led by activist and publisher, Omoyele Sowore on Monday. The Force Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, said it was only teargas that was fired. He added that people who are not familiar with the […] The post Police Deny Shooting Sowore, Others During Protest In Abuja appeared first on Naija News.
British YouTuber and BMX rider, Ryan Taylor has revealed the reason for his breakup with Nigerian disc jockey and billionaire’s daughter, Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy. Naija News reports that DJ Cuppy and Ryan Taylor’s engagement sparked excitement in December 2022, shortly after the pair met during the Gumball 3000 rally. Taylor, proposed […] The post ‘DJ Cuppy Didn’t Want Nigerian Staff In My Business’ – Ryan Taylor Speaks On Failed Engagement appeared first on Naija News.
