The Kebbi State Government has announced Alhaji Sanusi Mikail Sami (Gomo III) as the new Emir of Zuru, following the passing of the late Emir, retired Major General Muhammad Sani Sami (Gomo II). Naija News reports that the official announcement was made on Thursday at the Zuru Emir’s Palace by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Abubakar Garba Dutsin-Mari, who also presented the appointment letter signed by Governor Nasir Idris. According to the commissioner, the appointment followed the submission of three names by the Zuru Emirate Council’s Kingmakers, in line with constitutional provisions. “His Excellency, the Governor,…
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The Kaduna State Police Command has summoned the lawmaker representing Kaduna Central in the upper chamber of the National Assembly, Senator Lawal Adamu Usman, based on a petition against him by Governor Uba Sani. Naija News understands the Police invited Senator Usman in connection with alleged threats to life and false, damaging claims against Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State. The invitation letter from the Police requested the Senator to personally meet with the State Commissioner of Police, Rabiu Muhammad, at the Kaduna State Police Command on Monday, September 1st, to address the allegations against him. The latter reads: “RE-THREAT…
As Premier League fans gear up for the third round of fixtures this weekend, football pundit and Arsenal legend Paul Merson has offered his insights on who will come out on top in some of the season’s most anticipated clashes. The action kicks off on Saturday, with Chelsea hosting Fulham in an early 12:30 pm showdown, followed by a series of 3:00 pm matches featuring Wolves vs Everton, Tottenham Hotspur vs Bournemouth, Manchester United vs Burnley, and Sunderland vs Brentford. Leeds United and Newcastle will close Saturday’s schedule at 5:30 pm. Sunday promises more drama with Brighton & Hove Albion…
The Federal Government has vowed to end the diversion of police and other security operatives to provide escort duties for Very Important Persons (VIPs), insisting that national security must take priority over elite protection. The Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination and Head of the Central Delivery Coordination Unit, Hadiza Bala-Usman, stated this on Thursday in Abuja during the Ministry of Interior’s performance retreat. Naija News reports that Bala-Usman expressed concern over the misuse of security personnel, especially the diversion of specialised squads from critical security operations to VIP protection. She said, “One of the most disturbing…
The Ebonyi State Government has approved an increase in the minimum wage for civil servants, moving it from ₦70,000 to ₦90,000. Naija News reports that the decision was reached during the State Executive Council meeting and was announced by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Ikeuwa Omebe, who said the new wage takes effect immediately and applies to all categories of workers in the state. According to him, the adjustment is part of the government’s efforts to improve the welfare of employees. He explained that the administration has also cleared pension arrears and gratuities for retirees dating back to the…
Former governor of Kano State and 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has dismissed speculation that he will leave the NNPP ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the party’s 9th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja on Thursday, Kwankwaso stressed that he remained firmly rooted in the party, even though he remained open to dialogue with other political actors. Naija News reports that Kwankwaso explained that the meeting was never intended to announce his defection or alignment with other parties. The former governor said, “Many people thought today we will…
Veteran journalist Dele Momodu has stated that zoning of the presidential ticket is not constitutional. Recall that the PDP had zoned its presidential ticket to the South. The party had taken the decision during its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja. Speaking via a post on X, Momodu argued that when former president Musa Yar’adua died, the PDP never insisted that power should remain in the North. He pointed out that Goodluck Jonathan would have governed the country for 9 years if he had successfully defeated Muhammadu Buhari in 2015. He asserted that all competent and qualified Nigerians should be…
Nigerian chef, Damilola Adeparusi, popularly known as Chef Dammy, has opened up about the cyberbullying she faced following her rise to fame during her 2023 cook-a-thon attempt. Naija News reports that Dammy, in a snippet of her interview with Instablog9ja, shared via Instagram on Thursday, revealed that she was not expecting the cookathon attempt to go viral. Dammy said she is currently happy talking about her experience, unlike two years ago, adding that the bullying and assault she experienced broke her emotionally. She said, “My interest in cooking started when I began living alone as a student. Even the cookathon, I…
Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has called for urgent reforms in the electoral and judicial sectors of the country ahead of the 2027 elections. Atiku, in a personally signed statement made available to Naija News on Thursday, said the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) embarked upon by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) would only be meaningful if the reforms are implemented. He also commended the enthusiasm of Nigerians in the ongoing continuous voter registration for their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), noting that it is indicative of Nigerians’ commitment to taking their destinies into their own hands by…
Nigerian gospel singer Ebuka Hillary popularly known as Ebuka Songs has apologized to Christians and others offended by his July livestream with TikTok creator Habeeb Hamzat also known as Peller. Naija News reports that session, held at Ebuka’s residence, featured worship, prayer, and a moment where Peller spoke in tongues. The clip went viral online and drew mixed reactions, with some praising the session and others condemning it as inappropriate. Critics questioned Ebuka Songs’ spiritual calling and expressed concern over the display. The Midnight Cry singer had responded to criticism during one of his ministrations, defending himself with biblical references,…
