A notorious commander of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), identified as Ifeanyi Eze Okorienta, popularly known as Gentle de Yahoo, has been arrested by troops of the Nigerian Army. The wanted ESN Commander was captured by troops of the 34 Artillery Brigade in a joint operation with sister security agencies at his hideout in Aku-Ihube, Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo State. The arrest was confirmed in a statement by the Nigerian Army, which also detailed other activities of the troops. Ifeanyi Eze Okorienta, popularly known as Gentle de Yahoo…
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Political analyst and founding National Secretary of the Alliance for Democracy, Udenta Udenta, has described the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as a fragile edifice that cannot withstand the pressures of Nigeria’s political future. Speaking during an interview on Arise News on Tuesday, Udenta said, “This is a structure of darkness. This is a structure that will collapse on its own.” He accused the APC of weaponising state institutions to entrench its dominance. He warned that the 2027 general election could become a watershed moment if former President Goodluck Jonathan decides to contest. “That panic is that 2027 will be…
Political strategist and Founding National Secretary of the Alliance for Democracy, Prof. Udenta Udenta, has stated that it would be a formidable challenge for President Bola Tinubu to win against former President, Goodluck Jonathan, in the 2027 election. Naija News reports that the statement comes amid speculation that some leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are wooing Jonathan to contest the 2027 election on its platform. However, Jonathan has yet to make his intentions about the speculation public. Speaking on the development, Udenta, during an appearance on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Tuesday, opined that Jonathan’s possible candidacy poses…
Villarreal midfielder Thomas Partey is expected to line up against Tottenham Hotspur in Tuesday’s Champions League fixture, less than 24 hours before he is due to appear in court on rape and sexual assault charges. Naija News reports that Thomas Partey, 32, was formally charged in August with five counts of rape involving two women, along with one count of sexual assault against a third woman. The alleged incidents are said to have taken place between 2021 and 2022, when the Ghana international was still playing for Arsenal. He has denied all allegations. His lawyer, Jenny Wiltshire, said her client…
In the world of wood carving, not only are skills necessary, but also the right tools. However, one of them is often underestimated even by experienced craftsmen – this is FST. In every wood carving shop, it can become an indispensable assistant, significantly increasing the accuracy and comfort of work. Why Bent Gouges Deserve More Attention Curved chisels, or bent gouges, are often underappreciated, succumbing to the more familiar straight blades. Carvers would usually prefer common tools and often overlook the advantages a curved shape can offer. Even in a quality woodcarving store or when searching for “woodcarving store near…
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has confirmed the payment of allowances and bonuses for Team Nigeria athletes competing at the ongoing 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. The announcement was made on Tuesday by the NSC’s Director of Press, Dr. Kehinde Ajayi, who relayed the assurances of the commission’s Director General, Bukola Olopade. Speaking at a meeting with Nigerian athletes and officials of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) in Tokyo, Olopade stressed that the Federal Government remains fully committed to the welfare of sportsmen and women representing the country. “I recognise that there have been challenges in the…
Prices of yams have surged across major markets in Abuja, with traders attributing the sharp increase to rising fuel prices and transportation costs. According to the PUNCH, a market survey conducted on Tuesday showed that yam prices have continued to climb despite the arrival of new yams, which traditionally signal a drop in prices. Naija News understands that, depending on size, a single tuber of yams now sells between ₦5,000 and ₦15,000, compared to last year’s lower rates. At Gwagwalada Market, a trader, Grace Ibrahim, confirmed that prices had risen by more than 25 per cent compared to 2024. “Medium…
Nollywood actress, Dayo Amusa, has dismissed rumours about her HIV status, releasing her latest test result to prove she is not infected with the virus. Naija News understands that the controversy began after a content creator, Olaoluwa Segun, published a video alleging that Amusa was among five Nigerian actors living with HIV. Reacting via her social media platforms, the actress described the claim as false and malicious, vowing to take legal action against the source of the rumour. Amusa recalled that she had first made her HIV-negative result public in 2019 as part of a health awareness campaign. “That post…
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has tipped Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho to grow into a key figure for the Scottish champions after the Nigerian made a memorable debut at Rugby Park last weekend. Iheanacho, 28, joined Celtic on a free transfer after mutually parting ways with Sevilla in the summer. On Saturday, the former Manchester City and Leicester City forward came off the bench in the 70th minute, replacing Daizen Maeda, and held his nerve to convert a 96th-minute penalty that sealed a dramatic 2-1 victory over Kilmarnock. Rodgers, who previously managed Iheanacho during his Leicester days, praised the striker’s…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has initiated a five-count legal action at the Federal High Court in Abuja, and included some social media companies in the case involving human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore. Naija News reports that social media platforms 𝕏 (Twitter), Meta (Facebook), were listed as defendants over Sowore’s post against President Bola Tinubu. The charge sheet states that Sowore is alleged to have used his official 𝕏 account and his Facebook page on August 25 and 26, 2025, to post comments labelling President Tinubu as a “criminal” and accusing him of dishonesty regarding corruption during an official visit to…
