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.
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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.
Benin Republic head coach Gernot Rohr has confirmed that the country’s football federation has reported Turkish Super Lig club Goztepe to FIFA for refusing to release midfielder Junior Olaitan for international duty. Olaitan was expected to join the Squirrels for their final two 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Lesotho, but the Turkish […] The post Benin Coach Gernot Rohr Accuses Turkish Club Goztepe Of Blocking Olaitan From World Cup Duty appeared first on Naija News.
The chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Mohammed Marwa, has stated that the Agency is not against the controlled and regulated export of cannabis oil to countries that desire it. He, however, stated that the NDLEA is strongly against local consumption. Speaking at a stakeholders’ workshop themed “Cannabis Oil Debate: The Path […] The post NDLEA Not Against Export Of Cannabis Oil – Marwa appeared first on Naija News.
The Governor of Cross River State, Bassey Otu, has emphasised the need for Nigerian states to strengthen engagement with citizens living abroad, describing the Diaspora community as a key driver of innovation, investment, and social transformation. Otu made this known during the 4th State Diaspora Focal Point Officers’ Summit held in Calabar, the Cross River […] The post Diaspora Key To Nigeria’s Growth, Unity – Otu appeared first on Naija News.
Argentina’s U-20 coach, Diego Placente, has cautioned his players to be wary of the Flying Eagles of Nigeria’s counterattacking threat as both sides prepare for their knockout clash at the ongoing FIFA U-20 World Cup on Wednesday night. Naija News reports that the Flying Eagles will face Argentina at the Julio Martinez Pradanos National Stadium, […] The post U-20 World Cup: Argentina Coach Warns Players Against Flying Eagles Of Nigeria appeared first on Naija News.
