Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Friday, 29th August, 2025 1. FG Approves New Passport Fees, Effective September 1 The Federal Government has approved an upward review of the fees for the Nigerian international passport, effective September 1, 2025. This was disclosed in a statement on Thursday by the spokesman of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), A. S. Akinlabi. According to the Service, the new rates will only apply to passport applications submitted within Nigeria. He explained that the increment was aimed at safeguarding the quality and integrity of the…
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Elestee, a great Nigerian female singer-songwriter, makes a comeback with the gorgeous song “Designer Baby.” The amazing album was also published by Mavin Records singer Elestee as a sequel to “Space,” her previously unheard version, in collaboration with the highly regarded Nigerian musical group Ajebo Hustlers. Ultimately, this engaging tune is a work of art that, if you value quality music, will wind up on your playlist. Listen and share your thoughts below! DOWNLOAD MP3 The post Elestee – Designer Baby Ft. Take A Daytrip appeared first on Val9ja.
Renowned South African musician and songwriter Ciza has captured the interest of his fans with the release of the enthralling performance of his song “Isaka II (6am).” The Grammy-winning Nigerian female singer, composer, and singer Tems, along with the formidable Nigerian afrobeat superstar Omah Lay, Thukuthela, Jazzworx, and Lekaa Beats, contribute their musical skills to this great creation. In the end, if you enjoy good music, you should add the aforementioned album to your playlist. Listen and share your thoughts below! DOWNLOAD MP3 The post Ciza – Isaka II (6am) Ft. Tems, Omah Lay, Thukuthela, Jazzworx & Lekaa Beats appeared…
The Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has said that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is considering former President, Goodluck Jonathan, the Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, for its presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections. Naija News reports that Mohammed made this known on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today. The chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum said the party is not sleeping but open to celebrated politicians who can make an impact on its presidential ambition. When asked if the PDP had approached Peter Obi, the…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction and sentence of three internet fraudsters before Justice D.I.Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos. Naija News reports that the convicts are: Shodeinde Taiwo Samuel, Oyetunde Eniola Ayomide and Akinola Samuel Bolutife. Recall that the suspects were arrested in a sting operation on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at a hotel within the precincts of Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, OOPL, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The anti-graft agency arraigned the suspects on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, on a one-count charge bordering on impersonation, identity and internet fraud. The charge against Samuel…
Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho, has acknowledged that his side fell short against Benfica, after the Portuguese club edged his team 1-0 on aggregate in Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League play-off second leg. The first leg had ended in a goalless draw, leaving Fenerbahce needing a breakthrough in Lisbon. But despite creating chances, Mourinho’s men were unable to find the net and were reduced to ten players during the clash, which ultimately sealed their exit. Speaking after the game, Mourinho admitted, “It is a club that knows this type of game, and obviously there is sadness in not being able to do…
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will not field a Muslim-Muslim ticket in the 2027 presidential elections, insisting that the party will prioritise Nigeria’s religious and cultural diversity. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Tonight on Tuesday, Mohammed dismissed speculations about a possible Seyi Makinde/Bala Mohammed pairing, stressing that the PDP has not settled on any candidate. The governor explained that the opposition party intends to avoid what he described as the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC)’s blunder in 2023. “Everybody should know that PDP is open, and it’s open in a manner that…
Housemates in the Big Brother Naija Season 10 house experienced a tense moment when Imisi discovered an object resembling a human head inside a clear jar in the kitchen fridge. Naija News reports that her loud reaction quickly drew other contestants, who gathered to see what she had found, creating confusion and alarm in the house. It is unclear if the item was part of a prank or connected to the show’s ongoing “Face Your Fear Week” challenges meant to test the housemates’ bravery. Watch video below: https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/felMDURclorcSEke.mp4 In other news, former Big Brother Naija season 10 housemate, Gigi Jasmine,…
Nigerian rapper and actor Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has announced his engagement to be married. Naija News reports that the Bop Daddy crooner unveiled his introduction photos on Instagram, Thursday evening. The entertainer, who is also known for his activism, shared the pictures with a caption that the wedding had been long-awaited and described the decision as one of the most important in his life. He wrote: “It’s been a long time coming, and having to do this with you is one of the best decisions of my life. First of all, introduction…” See photos: Shortly after the…
A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt on Thursday dismissed an application seeking to stop the August 30 local government elections in the state. The presiding judge, Justice Stephen Jumbo, ruled that the motion ex parte filed by a Port Harcourt-based lawyer, Williams Abayomi-Stanley, lacked merit. Naija News reports that Justice Jumbo directed that the polls must go on as scheduled by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC). He, however, granted another ex parte motion for substituted service on the defendants, including President Bola Tinubu, the Attorney-General of the Federation, RSIEC, and its Chairman. The matter was…
