There was wild jubilation across Port Harcourt and other parts of Rivers State on Wednesday evening following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s announcement of the immediate end of the six-month emergency rule in the state. Naija News reports that the President, in a statement, declared the reinstatement of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Ngozi Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly, effective September 18. According to The Guardian, Traders at Mile One and Mile 3 markets, as well as commercial motorists, were seen glued to their radios ahead of the 6 p.m. news bulletin by local stations. The moment…
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Multi-award-winning gospel artist Mercy Chinwo today announces the release of her highly anticipated and deeply personal new album, In His Will. Building on her reputation as one of Nigeria’s most celebrated gospel voices, topping the 2024 year-end charts and winning Best Gospel Artist at The Headies 2025, Chinwo’s latest body of work takes listeners on a spiritual journey through trials, triumphs, divine purpose, and the joy of stepping into a new season as an expectant mother. Describing the project as “intimate, testimony-driven, and feel-good,” Mercy Chinwo invites fans into her world of unwavering faith across ten transformative tracks. The album’s…
Edo State lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru, has showered love on her husband cum legendary Nigerian singer, Innocent Idibia, better known as 2Baba. Naija News reports that 2Baba turned 50 years on September 18, 2025. In a post on her Instagram page, Natasha jokingly referenced how 2Baba is 20 years older than her and still looks younger than her. The lawmaker also recalled the memories they have had this year, and prayed that their union will remain for the rest of their lives. She wrote, “Happy birthday to the love oof my life. You are 50!!!! Oh wow!!!! You spaced me with…
Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, has opened up about his willingness to sell his vote in the 2027 election. Naija News reports that the singer, in a post via his Instagram page on Wednesday, questioned his fans if they have collected their voter’s card. Portable revealed that he will endorse any politician or political party that pays him first in the 2027 election. He further advised his fans to sell their votes. He said, “Anybody wey give me money na who I go follow. Anybody wey fit help our life. “If APC brings money first, APC…
What is the Dollar to Naira Exchange rate at the black market also known as the parallel market (Aboki fx)? See the black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate for 17th September, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market? Dollar to naira exchange rate today black market (Aboki dollar rate): The exchange rate for a dollar to naira at Lagos Parallel Market (Black Market) players buy a dollar for ₦1540 and sell at ₦1535 on Wednesday 17th September, 2025, according to sources at Bureau De…
Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Thursday, 18th September, 2025 1. Tinubu Lifts Rivers State Emergency Rule, Reinstate Fubara As Governor President Bola Tinubu has suspended emergency rule in Rivers and reinstated the state Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Recall that the emergency rule was declared in the state six months ago following a series of political crises between Fubara and the Minister of the Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Naija News reports that Tinubu, in a statement on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, directed the suspended Governor to resume work on Thursday,…
A former Commissioner for Information in Rivers State, Ibim Semenitari, has expressed excitement over the termination of emergency rule in the state. Naija News reports that President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday lifted the state of emergency imposed on Rivers on March 18. Featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Semenitari said Tinubu’s decision to lift the state of emergency was gratifying, and there is relief all over Rivers. She said, “It’s a breath of fresh air. As a Rivers State daughter, it feels good to have my state back. “It is gratifying. I think there’s relief all over Rivers…
GMA Records proudly unveils the debut single of gospel group Faith Xtreams, titled “What Can Wash Away,” available today on all major music streaming platforms. This powerful release reimagines the timeless hymns ‘Into My Heart’ and ‘Nothing But the Blood of Jesus’ in a refreshing Afrofusion style. Opening with the tender prayer “Into my heart, Lord Jesus,” the song flows seamlessly into the ageless declaration: “What can wash away my sins? Nothing but the blood of Jesus.” With vibrant harmonies, Afro-inspired rhythms, and Spirit-filled passion, Faith Xtreams delivers a worship experience that feels both nostalgic and brand new. As the…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has accused President Bola Tinubu of failing to understand the constitutional division of powers between him and state governors. The PDP on Wednesday, through its Deputy National Youth Leader, Timothy Osadolor, accused President Tinubu of exceeding his constitutional powers in suspending Governor Siminilayi Fubara during the period of Emergency Rule in Rivers State and insisted he must apologise to Nigerians. The PDP official made the call while reacting to the declaration of an end to the emergency rule in Rivers State and reinstatement of the State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Naija News recalls that President Tinubu, in…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has hailed the decision of President Bola Tinubu to lift the emergency rule in Rivers State. Wike, in a statement on Wednesday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, said President Tinubu, by his action, has once again demonstrated his total commitment to peace and sustenance of democracy in the country. Naija News recalls the President had earlier on Wednesday, ended the emergency rule in Rivers and reinstated the state Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Recall that the emergency rule was declared in the state six…
