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A former Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), Usman Yusuf, has claimed that over 80 percent of Nigeria’s problems are caused by state governors. Naija News reports that Yusuf, in an interview on Trust TV, accused state governors of not informing President Bola Tinubu of the truth regarding the hunger in Nigeria. Yusuf said state governors now have more money under Tinubu’s administration due to the removal of fuel subsidy, but they are not utilising the funds for the benefit of Nigerians. According to him, governors are running around the world, building bridges and houses all over the world, while Nigerians…

Abdullahi Bashir Haske, a businessman and son-in-law to former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has dismissed allegations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) that he is evading arrest after being declared wanted for alleged multi-million-dollar money laundering. Naija News reports that the EFCC, in an official notice issued last Thursday, declared Haske wanted over alleged criminal conspiracy and money laundering linked to contracts with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). According to the anti-graft agency, funds traced to multiple accounts allegedly tied to Haske form part of its ongoing investigation. In a statement issued through his media office,…

President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the Abuja–Kaduna train derailment, which occurred on Tuesday. The Nigerian leader, in a reaction via his personal 𝕏 account, expressed solidarity and sent prayers to the injured, their families, and all passengers who went through this distressing experience. President Tinubu added that he is awaiting a full briefing on the incident and has directed full support for all those affected. He assured that the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) is addressing the situation and working towards ensuring steps are put in place to prevent similar occurrences in the future. “Even while in Brazil, I…

The spokesman for the immediate past National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Muhammad Garba, has dismissed recent allegations against former Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, describing them as false, politically motivated, and designed to tarnish his reputation. In a statement on Sunday night, Garba, who also served as Kano State Commissioner for Information, faulted attempts by the state government to link Ganduje to alleged financial misappropriation, overspending through the Protocol Directorate, and land grabbing. Garba said, “Governor Ganduje completed his tenure with diligence and transparency. His administration was rooted in integrity and public service.” Naija News reports that…

Damilola Oluwatoyinbo’s highly anticipated gospel album, Wildfire, officially dropped on Friday, August 8, 2025, and it’s already setting the global gospel music scene ablaze. Following an electrifying listening party on Sunday, August 3, 2025, attended by contemporary gospel music icons and Kingdom influencers such as Dr Foy, Gaise Baba, Angeloh, DJ Horphuray, and many others, Wildfire has sparked a movement of faith, passion, and divine inspiration. The 10-track project is being hailed as a creative masterpiece, with listeners describing it as “a breath of fresh air,” “spiritually potent,” and “an excellent body of work.” Industry heavyweights have echoed this sentiment.…

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has criticised Newcastle United’s approach in his side’s 3-2 Premier League victory at St James’ Park, saying he was “not too sure” he had just watched a football match. Liverpool secured the points through 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha, who came off the bench to score a 100th-minute winner on a night filled with fouls, stoppages, and controversy. Opta statistics show the ball was in play for just 40.8% of the game, the lowest figure recorded in the Premier League since February 2010. “I’m not too sure if I saw a football match,” Slot told Sky Sports. “It…

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has disclosed that the Deputy Governor, Bayo Lawal, will take over his duties from Friday, August 29, 2025, as he proceeds on a month-long leave. Naija News reports that Makinde made this known in a notification letter to the House of Assembly, which was read by the Speaker, Adebo Ogundoyin, at the Plenary on Tuesday. In the letter, Makinde conveyed his request for leave and formally handed over the office’s responsibilities to Lawal, who will serve as Acting Governor during the vacation period. The letter, according to Ogundoyin, complies with Section 190(1) of the Constitution…

The Benue State House of Assembly has suspended its former Speaker, Aondona Dajoh, for a period of three months. Naija News understands Dajoh was suspended over allegations of his involvement in a plot to impeach Governor Hyacinth Alia. His suspension followed a motion moved by the lawmaker representing Kyan State Constituency, Terna Shimawua, and seconded by James Umoru from Apa State Constituency during Tuesday’s plenary session. The new House Speaker, Alfred Berger, who presided over the plenary, however, reviewed Dajoh’s suspension from six to three months without the usual votes on such matters. More details later… The post Aondona Dajoh…

The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has handed over 128 kidnapped victims rescued from bandits’ camps in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State to the state government. Naija News reports that the National Coordinator of the National Counter-Terrorism Centre, Maj. Gen. Adamu Laka, disclosed this in Abuja on Tuesday while presenting the victims to the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. Laka explained that the victims were rescued in two separate operations earlier in August. According to him, the first group of 42 victims, made up of 14 males, 27 females, and a toddler, were rescued on…

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim believes the club will benefit from not playing in European competition this season. United finished 15th in the Premier League last season and lost the Europa League final to Tottenham, meaning they missed out on Europe for only the second time since English clubs returned to UEFA competitions in 1990. “We were not prepared to play in Europe and the Premier League,” Amorim said. “We need time to develop as a team.” As a result of missing out on Europe, United will begin their Carabao Cup campaign a round earlier than usual, facing League Two…