The Department of State Services (DSS) has released two journalists with Jay 101.9 FM, Jos, Plateau State, who were wrongfully arrested during President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the state on Saturday. The journalists, Ruth Marcus and Keshia Jang, were picked up while covering the burial of the mother of the All Progressives Congress national chairman, […] The post DSS Releases Plateau Journalists Arrested During Tinubu’s Visit appeared first on Naija News.
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Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr has cautioned his players to remain focused despite climbing to the summit of Group C in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers. Naija News reports that the Cheetahs moved into first place after FIFA deducted three points from South Africa for fielding an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, in their […] The post Gernot Rohr Warns Benin Players After Rising To Top Of Super Eagles’ World Cup Qualifying Group appeared first on Naija News.
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Nigeria’s 36 state governors and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to urgently disclose how they spent an estimated ₦14 trillion fuel subsidy savings collected from the Federation Account Allocation Committee since mid-2023. Naija News reports that SERAP insisted that the officials […] The post Explain How You Spent ₦14 Trillion Subsidy Savings – SERAP To Governors, Wike appeared first on Naija News.
The Minister of Power and an All Progressives Congress governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Adebayo Adelabu, has stated that personal or selfish interests do not drive his 2027 ambition. Naija News reports that Adelabu said his desire to become governor was rooted in his love for the poor, the less privileged, and the general population […] The post Oyo: ‘It Is My Turn’ – Tinubu’s Minister Declares Governorship Intention appeared first on Naija News.
In series of intelligence led operations that lasted over three weeks across Lagos, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully dismantled two major drug cartels. Naija News reports that the cartels are behind six different consignments of cocaine concealed in walls of stainless cups, body cream and hair gel containers, leading […] The post NDLEA Smashes Cocaine Cartels Behind UK-bound Shipments, Conducts Nationwide Raids [Photos] appeared first on Naija News.
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has announced two late changes to his squad for Nigeria’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and the Benin Republic. The adjustments became necessary after injuries sidelined two players from the original 23-man list released last Friday. Left-back Zaidu Sanusi has been drafted in to replace Bright […] The post Super Eagles Coach, Eric Chelle Makes Two Injury-Enforced Changes Ahead Of World Cup Qualifiers appeared first on Naija News.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will expand from 12 to 16 teams starting with the 2026 edition. The decision marks another step in the growth of women’s football on the continent. Next year’s finals in Morocco will still feature 12 teams, with qualifiers already […] The post CAF Expands Women’s Africa Cup Of Nations To 16 Teams appeared first on Naija News.
Flying Eagles captain Daniel Bameyi believes Nigeria have what it takes to lift the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, despite a tough start to the tournament. Naija News reports that the Flying Eagles fell 1-0 to Norway in their opening Group F game, but bounced back with a 3-2 victory over Saudi Arabia […] The post Daniel Bameyi Confident Flying Eagles Can Win 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup appeared first on Naija News.
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and members of the Rivers State Elders Council have reunited in Port Harcourt, the state capital. Naija News reports that Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, in a post via 𝕏 on Sunday, revealed […] The post Wike, Fubara, Rivers Elders Reunite In Port Harcourt appeared first on Naija News.
Anthony Joshua could finally face Tyson Fury in a long-anticipated all-British heavyweight clash, with talks already underway to stage the blockbuster bout next summer. Anthony Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, confirmed that discussions have taken place with Turki Alalshikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority and the driving force behind Riyadh Season. Hearn revealed that […] The post Anthony Joshua Eyes Tyson Fury Showdown In 2026 As Talks Advance In Saudi Arabia appeared first on Naija News.
