United States lawmaker representing Virginia’s Second District in Congress, Rep Riley Moore, has insisted that there is an ongoing genocide against Christians in Nigeria. Recall that Moore was among the congressional delegation that recently came to Nigeria on a fact-finding mission. Naija News reports Moore in a post via his 𝕏 handle on Wednesday morning, […] The post ‘Christians Are Being Murdered And Slaughtered Everyday In Nigeria’ – US Lawmaker, Rep Moore Insists appeared first on Naija News.
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The political landscape in Kebbi State shifted significantly this week as Governor Nasir Idris rewarded a high-profile defector from the Malami family with a key government position. On Tuesday, an official letter signed by the Head of Service, Malami Shekare, confirmed the appointment of Almustapha Malami as the new General Manager of the Kebbi State […] The post Hours After Defection, Kebbi Govt Gives Appointment To Malami’s Brother appeared first on Naija News.
An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Alwan Hassan, has claimed corruption was rampant during the administration of late President Muhammadu Buhari. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme aired on Tuesday, he stated that the late president’s tenure was a period of unchecked power and corruption. He argued that 95 per cent […] The post Everyone Was A Cabal During Buhari’s Administration – APC Chieftain appeared first on Naija News.
The Accord Party (AP) has criticised its 2023 presidential candidate, Chris Imumolen, for opposing the defection of Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke to the party. Imumolen had publicly opposed Adeleke’s defection, insisting that it did not follow the due process stipulated by the party’s constitution. His position, however, has drawn sharp rebuke from the national […] The post Accord Party Rebukes Imumolen Over Adeleke Defection Opposition appeared first on Naija News.
A suicide bomber detonated an explosive device on Sunday morning at a military checkpoint in Pulka town, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, killing five soldiers and residents. The explosion, which occurred as troops were manning the checkpoint, has stirred fresh concerns about the lingering threat posed by extremist groups in the region. According […] The post Suicide Bomber Kills Five Soldiers At Military Checkpoint In Borno appeared first on Naija News.
Jake Paul has questioned Anthony Joshua’s decision to accept a weight restriction for their heavyweight bout, arguing it could blunt the former champion’s biggest weapon when they meet on Friday night, December 19, in Miami. Joshua, a naturally larger man, has agreed to come in at 245 pounds, marking the first time in his professional […] The post Anthony Joshua’s Weight Limit Gamble Could Backfire – Jake Paul Says appeared first on Naija News.
Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, on Tuesday announced the discovery of a large cache of arms and ammunition following a decisive joint security operation in the state. Items recovered from criminal hideouts include 24 AK‑47 rifles, 23 pump‑action rifles, one Tavor rifle, one FN rifle, four Barrett pistols, four Browning rifles, 42 magazines, 520 rounds […] The post Arm Discovery: ‘The President Did Not Commend Me, He Told Me To Go Back And Do More’ – Gov Ododo appeared first on Naija News.
Egypt secured a narrow 2-1 win over the Super Eagles of Nigeria on Tuesday night in a pre-Africa Cup of Nations friendly at the Cairo International Stadium on Tuesday night, December 16. The hosts opened the scoring in the 28th minute when Ahmed Saber finished calmly from close range. The move stemmed from slick work […] The post Egypt Beat Super Eagles Of Nigeria In Cairo Ahead Of AFCON 2025 appeared first on Naija News.
The Nigeria Police Force, ahead of nationwide protests by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), has mobilised special forces and tactical teams to ensure a violence‑free demonstration, state commands said on Tuesday. In separate interviews with Punch, police spokespersons confirmed their preparedness to tackle miscreants and political hirelings who may seek to disrupt the rallies. The […] The post Police Deploy Special Forces Ahead Of NLC Nationwide Protest appeared first on Naija News.
The Lagos State Police Command has detained social media influencer Habeeb Hamzat, known as Peller, after a video of him driving dangerously while live on social media resulted in a serious motor accident. Naija News reports that the police said the incident occurred on Sunday, December 14, 2025, and described the suspect’s actions as “suicidal” […] The post Just In: Lagos Police Arrest Popular TikToker Peller appeared first on Naija News.
