Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, was the target of a near-violent mob attack on Tuesday while visiting the palace of the District Head of Dutsi in his home state of Katsina. The intervention of aides and security operatives was reportedly crucial in preventing the situation from escalating into a full-blown assault on the former […] The post Chaos As Buhari’s Former Minister Narrowly Escapes Mob Attack In Katsina appeared first on Naija News.
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A Cessna 172 aircraft operated by Skypower Express at Sam Mbakwe International Cargo Airport, Owerri, Imo State, has crashed. Naija News reports that the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) disclosed the development in a statement on Tuesday. According to the statement signed by the bureau’s Director of Public Affairs and Family Assistance, Bimbo Oladeji, all […] The post Pictures: Four Rushed To The Hospital As Aircraft Somersaults In Owerri Airport appeared first on Naija News.
What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? See the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for 16th December, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market? […] The post Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, December 17th, 2025 appeared first on Naija News.
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has described the Supreme Court’s recent judgment on presidential emergency powers as a major boost to Nigeria’s constitutional law and democracy. In a statement issued on Tuesday by Kamarudeen Ogundele, the Senior Assistant to the President, Communication and Publicity office of the AGF […] The post ‘Another Ingredient To Democracy’ – FG Reacts To Supreme Court’s Decision On Rivers’ Emergency Rule appeared first on Naija News.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commenced a coordinated push to rebuild its internal cohesion and reposition itself as a credible alternative ahead of the 2027 general elections. The new National Chairman, Tanimu Turaki (SAN), on Tuesday hosted a joint strategic meeting in Abuja, bringing together the NWC, the Former Governors’ Forum, and the Forum […] The post Former Governors, Ministers Rally Behind Turaki-led PDP NWC appeared first on Naija News.
The Kwara State Government has provided clarification on the viral video showing armed men, initially believed to be bandits, being interrogated by soldiers, a development that had sparked widespread public anger and calls for a state of emergency. The state official confirmed that the men apprehended were part of a security operation coordinated by the […] The post Kwara Govt Confirms Arrested Armed Men Are Miyetti Allah Members, Not Bandits appeared first on Naija News.
Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Wednesday, 17th December, 2025 1. Senate Passes MTEF/FSP; Tinubu To Present 2026 Budget This Week The Nigerian Senate has passed the 2026 – 2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal Strategy Paper (MTEF/FSP), projecting a massive aggregate expenditure for […] The post Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Wednesday, 17th December, 2025 appeared first on Naija News.
President Donald Trump has signed a new Proclamation on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, significantly expanding the list of countries facing travel restrictions to the United States as part of the administration’s policy to tighten entry standards. The expansion introduces partial travel limitations on 15 additional countries, with a heavy focus on Africa, and imposes full […] The post Trump Slams Travel Restrictions On Nigeria, 14 Other Countries [Full List] appeared first on Naija News.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has confirmed the receipt of a petition from serial businessman, Aliko Dangote, against the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Farouk Ahmed. The commission, in a statement on Tuesday, said it has received the petition and an investigation into […] The post ICPC Reveals Next Action After Dangote Petitioned NMDPRA Boss appeared first on Naija News.
FIFA has released its Best Men’s XI for 2025 as a bold new generation lines up alongside proven greats who continue to set the standard at the very top. Unveiled during The Best FIFA Football Awards 2025, the selection rewards players who stood out across club and international football over the past year. Consistency in […] The post FIFA Names Best Men’s XI For 2025, Luis Enrique Named Best Manager appeared first on Naija News.
