The lawmaker representing Funtua Constituency in Katsina State House of Assembly, Abubakar Mohammed, has disclosed that he bought firearms for his constituents to protect them against constant assault by armed bandits. Naija News reports that in the past weeks and months, many residents of parts of Kaduna had been kidnapped and killed by armed bandits. The lawmaker had visited the area and met with volunteers who took it upon themselves to guard the area against the bandits. He subsequently bought firearms for them to assist in repelling the bandits. Speaking to newsmen, he said, “These firearms that I distributed to…
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Wolverhampton Wanderers are on the brink of sealing a major attacking boost after agreeing a deal in principle to sign Nigerian striker, Tolu Arokodare, from Belgian side Genk for €27 million. Tolu Arokodare, 23, is expected to undergo his medical today, August 30, with the move set to make him one of the club’s headline summer signings. Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano broke the news late on Friday night, confirming the agreement between the two clubs. “EXCLUSIVE: Wolves agree deal in principle to sign Tolu Arokodare as new striker from Genk, here we go! €27m fee agreed with Genk tonight and…
Cardiff City have completed the signing of Nigerian international defender, Gabriel Osho, from French Ligue 1 side AJ Auxerre on a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee. Gabriel Osho, 27, is the second addition of the summer for League One leaders, who are undergoing a squad rebuild under newly appointed manager Brian Barry-Murphy. Osho, well known to English fans for his time at Luton Town, played a key role in the Hatters’ promotion to the Premier League in the 2022/23 season. He went on to score twice in 21 top-flight appearances before moving to France in July 2024. Last season,…
The factional Publicity Secretary of the Labour Party (LP), Arabambi Abayomi, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to arrest, investigate, prosecute the former presidential candidate of the LP, Peter Obi. In an open letter to Tinubu, Abayomi said the President needs to uphold the rule of law and restore public decorum. The factional LP spokeswoman also called for the arrest, investigation and prosecution of activists, Aisha Yesufu and Sarah Ibrahim for their roles in inciting treasonable felony cyber-stalking and cyber-bullying. He stated that he is set to file a Mandamus suit at the Federal High Court in Abuja to…
A renowned journalist, author and columnist, Ike Abonyi, has dismissed claims made by Human Rights Activist and Lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, that former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, tried to offer him money for his support. Abonyi, who alleged that he was present during the meeting which he brokered between Adeyanju and Obi in the run-up to the 2023 elections, explained that Obi never made any such offer. Speaking via a statement released in Abuja on Friday, Abonyi stated that he would not remain silent and allow lies to thrive. Abonyi wrote, “I am at pains joining issues with a friend in…
Talented Nollywood actor, Stan Nze, has stated that he will not risk his life playing a role that requires him to jump from a dangerous height. Naija News reports that the movie star made this known in an interview with The Nation. According to Nze, many stunt actors in the film industry are well paid for their jobs, but he will not risk his life foolishly in the bid to become the best actor in Africa. He said, “Why would I? I have done films when characters jump, but it is done by stunt guys – it is their job.…
A former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has stated that he would not comment on the growing calls for his ex-principal, Goodluck Jonathan, to contest in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television on Friday, he expressed his undying love for Jonathan, adding that he would not give an opinion on anything he does on national television. Explaining the level of his relationship with the former president, Omokri said Jonathan visited him in California and spent 10 days with him and his family. He said, “I have an unconditional love for President Jonathan and so I will not…
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 29th August, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market? Dollar to naira exchange rate today black market (Aboki dollar rate): The exchange rate for a dollar to naira at Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) players buy a dollar for ₦1545 and sell at ₦1522 on Friday 29th August, 2025, according to sources at Bureau De…
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has paid a courtesy visit to the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, in Oyo Town. Naija News reports that the visit comes amid recent tension following Oba Owoade’s criticism of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, over the conferment of the title of Okanlomo of Yorubaland on Ibadan businessman, Dotun Sanusi. The Alaafin had argued that no single monarch possesses the authority to bestow a title with jurisdiction over the entirety of Yorubaland. In the wake of the controversy, Obasanjo made his first visit to the monarch on Friday,…
Nigerian comedienne cum actress, Anita Asuoha, popularly known as Real Warri Pikin, has stated that the gastric sleeve surgery helped her conceive and is not affecting her pregnancy in any way. Naija News reports that the show host made this known during an interview with Punch. Real Warri Pikin said she was having a risk-free and smooth pregnancy journey because of her decision to undergo the surgery. According to the actress, the surgery helped her get pregnant easily, and it eliminated many issues she was battling with, including being overweight, stressing that obese people find it difficult to conceive. She said,…
