The Media Adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, has described the presidency’s decision to review President Bola Tinubu‘s presidential pardon as a desperate afterthought. Naija News reports that the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice on Thursday clarified that no inmate approved for clemency under the latest […] The post ‘This Is Nothing But Desperate Afterthought’ – Paul Ibe Knocks Presidency Over Presidential Pardon Review appeared first on Naija News.
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The Bayelsa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accepted the resignation of Governor Duoye Diri from the party. The party, in a statement by its State Publicity Secretary, Ebiye Agu Ogoli, affirmed that the structures of the PDP remain solid and unified in Bayelsa despite Diri’s exit. Naija News recalls that Governor […] The post “Best Wishes” – Bayelsa PDP Reacts To Gov. Diri’s Resignation appeared first on Naija News.
The Lagos State Government has confirmed the arrest of Nollywood actress, Sarah Martins, by its environmental officers, stating that her charity activities violate existing sanitation and safety regulations. Naija News reports that the movie star, who shared her ordeal on Instagram, said she was cooking for the less privileged when officers of the Kick Against […] The post Lagos Govt Gives Reason For Arresting Nollywood Actress, Sarah Martins appeared first on Naija News.
Football fever is building across Minna and Kano as Niger Tornadoes and Kano Pillars prepare for crucial derby clashes in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) this weekend. The aforementioned NPFL clubs have sent strong messages to their supporters, urging them to keep the peace and show true sportsmanship. In Minna, Niger Tornadoes will lock […] The post Niger Tornadoes, Kano Pillars Warn Fans Ahead Of Heated NPFL Derbies [Full Fixtures] appeared first on Naija News.
The family of the late Herbert Macaulay has raised an objection to the inclusion of the late elder statesman in a list of individuals granted a presidential pardon by the federal government. Naija News reports that the family commended President Bola Tinubu for recognising Macaulay’s role in Nigeria’s history, but condemned the inclusion of his […] The post Presidential Pardon: Herbert Macaulay Is Not A Felon To Be Pardoned – Family appeared first on Naija News.
South Africa midfielder Teboho Mokoena has hailed Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen as his “Greatest of All Time” (GOAT) following the striker’s sensational hat-trick in the Super Eagles’ 4-0 win over Benin Republic on Tuesday. Mokoena, who plays for Mamelodi Sundowns, posted his admiration on social media the next day, writing simply: “My Goat.” Naija News reports […] The post South Africa’s Teboho Mokoena Praises ‘GOAT’ Osimhen After Hat-Trick Heroics Against Benin appeared first on Naija News.
Former lawmaker, who represented Bayelsa East Senatorial District, Ben Murray-Bruce, has opened up on the reason for dumping the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Naija News reports that the business magnate had announced his decision to dump the party on Wednesday. He argued that the current pains Nigerians are […] The post It Is Not About The Party – Ben Murray-Bruce Opens Up On Reason For Dumping PDP For APC appeared first on Naija News.
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has revealed that his biggest regret in life is venturing into politics. Naija News reports that the ex-Anambra governor made this known while speaking as a guest at SMFest held in Owerri. Obi reflected on his life journey, saying everything he has achieved came by grace. He explained […] The post Peter Obi Reveals His Biggest Regret In Life appeared first on Naija News.
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has released new directives on how Nigeria’s national anthem should be rendered at official engagements. In a four-point guideline issued on Thursday, the agency instructed that only the first stanza of the anthem should be sung at public functions. The statement reads, “Recite/sing only the first stanza (not all three […] The post NOA Issues Fresh Guidelines On National Anthem Recital appeared first on Naija News.
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has resumed full operations, raising the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly called petrol, by seven per cent, from ₦820 to ₦877 per litre. According to Vanguard, market checks showed that oil marketers purchasing two million litres and above would continue to enjoy a relatively lower price compared to […] The post Dangote Refinery Resumes Full Operations, Raises Petrol Price To ₦877 appeared first on Naija News.
