A social commentator and brother of former Ekiti State governor, Isaac Fayose, has claimed that neither the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, nor Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, can win Rivers State for the All Progressives Congress (APC) or President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election without electoral manipulation. Naija News […] The post 2027: ‘Wike, Fubara Can Not Win Rivers For Tinubu Without Rigging’ – Isaac Fayose appeared first on Naija News.
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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed a late change to the officiating crew for Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final meeting with Algeria, appointing Senegalese referee Issa Sy to oversee the game. Naija News reports that CAF had initially selected Omar Artan for the fixture but reversed that decision following a series of […] The post CAF Names New Referee For Nigeria Vs Algeria AFCON 2025 Clash appeared first on Naija News.
Aircraft of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) operating under the joint task force of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully bombarded terrorist targets at Abbajiri in the Timbuktu Triangle area of Lake Chad, clearing the way for a coordinated ground offensive by troops. The Director of Public Relations and Information of the NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen […] The post NAF Jets Hit Terrorist Camps In Lake Chad Region appeared first on Naija News.
Cameroon head coach David Pagou has pointed to a decisive second-half moment as the turning point in his side’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final defeat to host nation Morocco. The Indomitable Lions were knocked out on Friday night after a commanding display from the Atlas Lions, who secured a 2-0 victory to book […] The post AFCON 2025: David Pagou Reflects On Cameroon Exit, Regragui Hails Diaz In Morocco’s Win appeared first on Naija News.
The former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, ex-President President, Olusegun Obasanjo and the Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, met in Abuja on Saturday. Naija News reports that the trio joined top and prominent political figures to attend the Colloquium of former Sokoto Governor, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, titled “Leadership, Service and Statesmanship at […] The post Photos: Obasanjo, Atiku, Peter Obi Meet In Abuja appeared first on Naija News.
Content creator cum Nollywood actress, Kemi Ikuseedun, popularly known as Mummy Wa, has declared that she will no longer accept projects that disrespect her time or compromise her values. Giving reasons for her decision, Mummy Wa, during an interview with Punch, said protecting her peace and personal principles has become a top priority this year. […] The post ‘I’m No Longer Available For Projects That Disrespect My Time Or Drain My Values’ – Mummy Wa appeared first on Naija News.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle, has stressed that his team must score goals and have a positive mentality during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-final clash with Algeria in Marrakesh. Both teams arrive at the knockout clash in formidable form. Nigeria have won all four of their matches so […] The post AFCON 2025: Eric Chelle Tells Super Eagles Of Nigeria What To Do To Beat Algeria appeared first on Naija News.
A political strategist, Baba Yusuf, has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, of sponsoring the impeachment proceedings against Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Naija News reports that Yusuf, during an interview on Arise Television’s ‘Prime Time’ programme on Friday, said the impeachment plot is a calculated attempt to remove Fubara from […] The post Wike: ‘Impeachment Proceedings Is Calculated Attempt To Oust Fubara’ – Baba Yusuf appeared first on Naija News.
Algeria captain, Riyad Mahrez, has admitted, half in jest, that Nigeria’s free-scoring form at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has caught his attention, as the Super Eagles prepare to face the Desert Foxes in a mouth-watering quarter-final clash at 5 p.m. today, January 10. Speaking to reporters in Morocco after Algeria’s last outing, Riyad […] The post Riyad Mahrez Jokes About Super Eagles’ Goal Rush Ahead Of Nigeria Vs Algeria AFCON Clash appeared first on Naija News.
Eddie Hearn has fuelled speculation over Anthony Joshua’s future in boxing after strongly suggesting that the former world heavyweight champion may be stepping away from the sport following a devastating car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his closest friends. Speaking to talkSPORT Boxing, Joshua’s long-time promoter avoided any discussion about potential fights or […] The post Eddie Hearn Hints At Anthony Joshua’s Retirement As Promoter Begs For Privacy After Tragic Loss appeared first on Naija News.
