A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ladan Salihu has warned members of the opposition coalition that they cannot afford to waste time. Speaking during an appearance on Arise Television, he asserted that the party needs people in its fold to formalise their membership. He also said that the order was not directed solely […] The post We Don’t Have Time To Waste – ADC Chieftain Sounds Warning To Opposition appeared first on Naija News.
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Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has faulted reports suggesting that President Bola Tinubu ordered the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, to proceed on terminal leave. Naija News reports that Falana stated that such a move would be unconstitutional, as the President has no legal power to suspend or direct […] The post ‘Tinubu Cannot Direct INEC Chairman To Proceed On Terminal Leave’ – Falana appeared first on Naija News.
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos on a working visit after attending the coronation of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, in Oyo State. Naija News reports that his return to the former federal capital comes as Nigeria prepares for a modest celebration of its 65th Independence anniversary. In a statement signed on […] The post Tinubu Lands In Lagos After Olubadan’s Coronation appeared first on Naija News.
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Friday, kick-started activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary with a special Juma’at prayer at the Rivers State Central Mosque, Port Harcourt. At the service, prayers were offered for the peace, unity, and accelerated development of both Rivers State and Nigeria. Represented by Abdurrazaq Diepriye, the governor emphasised that peace […] The post Fubara Calls For Peace Ahead Of Nigeria’s Independence Day appeared first on Naija News.
Tension is brewing in Adamawa State as local government workers and retirees have called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate the alleged diversion of ₦6.8bn for a foreign leadership training tour of council chairmen’s wives in Istanbul, Turkey. Naija News understands that the development has triggered widespread outrage, with many describing […] The post Adamawa Workers Demand EFCC Probe Of ₦6.8 Billion Turkey Trip For Chairmen’s Wives appeared first on Naija News.
Tragedy struck in Zamfara State on Friday as gunmen invaded a mosque in Yantodon Daji village, Tsafe Local Government Area, killing an Imam and four worshippers during morning prayers. Naija News reports that the State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Maikaba, who confirmed the incident, said the assailants also abducted three people in the raid. […] The post Police Reveals Identities Of Imam, Four Others Killed In Zamfara Mosque appeared first on Naija News.
The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has faulted the alleged sponsorship of the wives of 21 local government chairmen in Adamawa State on a trip to Turkey, describing it as a “glaring case of waste.” In a post on his verified 𝕏 handle on Friday, Obi said the development […] The post Peter Obi Slams Adamawa LG Bosses Over Wives’ Turkey Trip appeared first on Naija News.
The governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno has presented brand new Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) to all former deputy governors in the state. Presenting the keys of the brand-new Land Cruisers to them, the governor said the gift was in acknowledgement and appreciation of their services to the state. Eno also announced a pay […] The post Umo Eno Presents Brand New SUVs To Former Governors, Increases Traditional Rulers Salary appeared first on Naija News.
The Federal Government on Friday unveiled the official line-up of events to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary, with religious services, civic engagements, and cultural programmes scheduled under the theme: “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation.” According to a statement from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the […] The post 65th Independence Anniversary: Tinubu To Address Nigerians October 1st By 7 AM appeared first on Naija News.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerians to set aside their divisions and work together for the country’s progress, insisting that unity is essential to building sustainable prosperity. The President made the call through the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, at a special Juma’a prayer held on Friday at the National […] The post Tinubu Sends Message To Nigerians Ahead Of 65th Independence Anniversary appeared first on Naija News.
