World record holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, has pulled out of the 2025 Diamond League final in Zurich, handing her slot to Bahamian athlete Devynne Charlton. The competition, which began on Wednesday and concludes today, August 28, brings together some of the world’s finest athletes, all eyeing the $50,000 prize in their respective events. Amusan qualified for the grand finale as the second-ranked athlete this season with 27 points and also holds the meet record of 12.29s, set in 2022 when she clinched her second Diamond League crown. The Nigerian star, 28, is also a three-time champion,…
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Former spokesman of ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Segun Sowunmi, has stated that erstwhile president Goodluck Jonathan will have good votes in the North and Middle Belt if he decides to run for president in 2027. Featuring on Nigeria Info FM 99.3, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain stated that President Bola Tinubu would face a bigger hurdle if Jonathan decides to contest in 2027. Sowunmi said Jonathan may be the wildcat of the PDP in 2027, adding that he would not have legitimacy issues in the South-South. Naija News reports that there have been permutations of Jonathan picking the PDP’s…
Former Big Brother Naija season 10 housemate, Gigi Jasmine, has shared her thoughts on her time in the house. She pointed at fellow contestants Faith and Imisi as the most calculated in their approach to the game, Naija News reports. Speaking after her eviction in an interview with Pulse, Gigi described Faith as a contestant who studies the personalities of others and uses their weaknesses to his advantage. She said that his ability to trigger reactions from housemates gave him an edge in the competition. The reality TV star also accused Imisi of putting up a fake character in the…
Heavily armed police operatives on Wednesday sealed off the Edo State secretariat of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), popularly known as the Adams Oshiomhole Labour House, to stop the inauguration of the union’s Caretaker Committee. Naija News reports that the main gate of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) was also manned by security personnel, while an armoured personnel carrier was stationed at the Labour House. Witnesses said suspected thugs were seen loitering around the secretariat. Despite the security blockade, the inauguration eventually took place at another venue in Benin City, where Prof. Monday Igbafen was sworn in as the Caretaker…
The Federal Government has approved an upward review of the fees for the Nigerian international passport, effective September 1, 2024. 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. Akinlade stated, “The review, which only affects passport application fees made in Nigeria, now sets new thresholds at ₦100,000 for a 32-page booklet with five-year validity and ₦200,000 for a 64-page booklet with 10-year validity.” He explained that the increment was aimed at safeguarding…
National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bolaji Abdullahi, has debunked claims of internal crisis within the party. Naija News reports that Abdullahi, during an interview with ARISE NEWS on Thursday, said claims by the ADC acting National Chairman, Nafiu Bala, that he had taken over as chairman of the party were false and designed to distract the coalition. According to him, Bala has resigned, and evidence has been provided, stressing that it is surprising that his recycled claims are being given fresh attention. He said, “This notion of crisis is good for the headlines, but there is…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Oladimeji Fabiyi, faulted the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) over its recent decision to zone the 2027 presidential ticket to the South. Naija News reports that Fabiyi, a close ally of former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, in an interview with Trust TV News, claimed that the zoning resolution was driven by the personal ambitions of some individuals rather than the broader interests of the party. He said, “That zoning arrangement was not in the spirit of the PDP’s culture. It was engineered by allies of Wike who are pursuing selfish interests, not…
The Nigeria Police Force has rescued popular TikToker, Peller, after he was reportedly kidnapped by gunmen during a livestream session on Wednesday. A close associate and fellow content creator, Sandra Benede, confirmed the development on Thursday morning in a live video update. “They have seen him. DPO has seen him. They never give details but they have seen him,” she told followers, adding that Peller is currently in the custody of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO). Although the police are yet to release an official statement, Sandra assured fans that more details on the circumstances of his abduction and rescue…
The stage is set for the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League group stages after Wednesday night’s play-off drama delivered the final four names to complete the expanded 36-team line-up. Benfica, Club Brugge, Qarabağ and Copenhagen all sealed qualification in emphatic or nervy fashion, joining Europe’s heavyweights and a handful of first-time entrants in the newly formatted league phase. The official draw will take place later today, August 28, in Monaco at 5 p.m., where each club will learn its eight unique opponents. Naija News reports that Kairat Almaty carved their names into football history on Tuesday night, holding their nerve to…
An officer of the Nigeria Police Force has been arrested following the fatal shooting of a soldier in Futuk, Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State. Naija News reports that the incident, which occurred on Monday evening, sparked tension in the community and prompted a swift joint investigation by both the Nigerian Army and the Police Force. The Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 33 Artillery Brigade Bauchi, Atang Hallet Solomon, confirmed the development, saying the officer had been taken into custody. “The case is currently under joint investigation by the Police and the Army. Discussions are ongoing between the…
