The federal government of Nigeria has again rejected the claims that christians in the country are targets of a genocidal attack, describing the reports of such as nothing but pure lies. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, who made the fresh denial in a sttement on Monday, submitted that the claims of […] The post “This Is External Propaganda” – FG Denounces Claims Of Christian Genocide In Nigeria appeared first on Naija News.
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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has introduced a contactless biometric capture system aimed at making the process of obtaining a driver’s licence in Nigeria faster and more seamless, ending the era of temporary licences and prolonged waiting periods. The Corps Marshal, Shehu Mohammed, announced the development on Monday in Abuja during the flag-off of […] The post FRSC Unveils Contactless Biometric System For Instant Drivers Licence In Nigeria appeared first on Naija News.
Nigerian activist, Omoyele Sowore has warned that the peaceful #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest may soon get out of hand. Addressing newsmen during the protest in Abuja, the former presidential candidate warned that the situation might escalate if the Nigerian government refuses to release the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu. He recounted how […] The post #FreeNnamdiKanu: Protest Will Get Out Of Hand If You Don’t Do Something – Sowore Sends Warning To FG appeared first on Naija News.
The Super Falcons have settled into camp in Lomé, Togo, as preparations begin for their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifying clash against the Benin Republic on Friday. Six-time African Women’s Player of the Year, Asisat Oshoala, was one of the first players to arrive at the Super Falcons’ camp, setting the tone for […] The post Oshoala, Omewa Among Early Arrivals As Super Falcons Begin Training In Lomé Ahead Of 2026 WAFCON Qualifiers appeared first on Naija News.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is currently in a crucial meeting with leaders of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union (COEASU), and other tertiary institution unions over the ongoing nationwide strike. Naija News reports that […] The post Just In: NLC Meets ASUU, Other Unions Over Ongoing Strike appeared first on Naija News.
Nigeria’s democracy came under severe test in April 2004 when security agencies uncovered a plot to overthrow then-President Olusegun Obasanjo’s administration, just five years after the country returned to civilian rule. Naija News learnt that nearly 30 mid-ranking military officers were implicated in the plan. At the time, presidential spokesperson, Remi Oyo, confirmed that “serious […] The post Flashback: How Coup Plotters Planned To Shutdown Ex-President Obasanjo’s Helicopter appeared first on Naija News.
Super Eagles of Nigeria will no longer play their planned friendly matches against Venezuela and Colombia in the United States next month, after the fixtures clashed with the African playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Naija News reports that the friendlies were billed for November 14 in Houston and November 18 in New York, […] The post Super Eagles Cancel US Friendlies To Focus On World Cup Playoffs appeared first on Naija News.
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has opened up about why he rejected the chance to take over at Manchester United before eventually joining the Reds. Speaking on The Diary of a CEO podcast with Steven Bartlett, Jurgen Klopp revealed that United approached him in 2013 while he was still managing Borussia Dortmund. The German coach […] The post Jurgen Klopp Reveals Why He Turned Down Manchester United appeared first on Naija News.
The family of the Senate Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro, has been hit with sadness following the deaths of his son and grandson. Naija News understands Moro had lost his grandson and days later, his son also died. Speaking on the sad incident, former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, described it as a pain no family […] The post Saraki Reacts As Senate Minority Leader, Abba Moro, Loses Son, Grandson To Death appeared first on Naija News.
The National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed claims by its National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, that his signature was forged on a letter to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) notifying it of the party’s forthcoming national convention. Naija News had earlier reported that Anyanwu, petitioned the INEC, the Department […] The post Breaking: ‘Anyanwu Signed Convention Letter Before Governors, NWC Members’ – PDP appeared first on Naija News.
