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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented a Certificate of Return to Kamilu Sa’idu, winner of the Kaura Namoda South State Constituency by-election in Zamfara State. Naija News reports that the presentation was held on Monday at the INEC office in Gusau, the state capital, following the rerun election last Thursday in five polling units across two registration areas. INEC had earlier declared the August 16 by-election in 109 polling units across six registration areas of Kaura Namoda Local Government to be inconclusive due to reports of irregularities in some voting centres. Presenting the certificate, Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr.…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise will run for one full year, ending on August 30, 2026. This was contained in a statement issued on Monday by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun. According to the commission, the physical phase of registration commenced nationwide on Monday in all 811 state and local government offices, following the launch of the online pre-registration portal on August 18, 2025. Olumekun disclosed that within just one week, a total of 1,379,342 Nigerians had pre-registered online. “The…

The Nigerian Army has rescued 27 passengers abducted by kidnappers in Amoda community, Ohimini Local Government Area of Benue State. Naija News reports that the development comes following a coordinated operation by troops of Operation Whirl Stroke. According to Daily Post, the kidnappers reportedly stormed the kidnappers’ hideout and overpowered them, leading to the safe recovery of the victims. The Army said the breakthrough in Benue formed part of its broader nationwide counter-terrorism and anti-crime operations, which also resulted in 15 terrorists killed, 42 suspects arrested, and 30 kidnapped victims rescued across the country. In the North East, troops engaged…

Garba Shehu, the spokesman for the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has claimed that erstwhile President Olusegun Obasanjo hated his former boss. He stated this while reacting to Obasanjo’s posthumous appraisal of his principal. Obasanjo had described the tenure as the worst civil administration in Nigeria. Speaking to Leadership, the former aide said he had already explained why Obasanjo never liked the late head of state in his recent book, ‘According to the President: Lessons from a Presidential Spokesman’s Experience’, He, however, said that the late former President held Obasanjo in high esteem, adding that they fell out over an…

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 25th August, 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 ₦1555 and sell at ₦1547 on Monday 25th August, 2025, according to sources at Bureau De…

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Tuesday, 26th August, 2025 1. Tinubu Meets Lula In Brazil, Seeks Stronger Ties In Trade, Agriculture President Bola Tinubu arrived in Brasília, Brazil, on Monday, with a call for renewed diplomatic and economic cooperation between Nigeria and the South American country. In a post on his official 𝕏 handle, Tinubu described his engagement with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva as a “renewal of the historic relationship” between the two nations. The President wrote, “Today’s engagement marks the renewal of the historic relationship…

With a passion for creating life-transforming worship experiences, renowned gospel artist Evans Ogboi announces the release of his newest single, “Hallelujah.” This powerful worship anthem carries a global sound that inspires hearts to adore and exalt the King of kings. Rooted in the scripture from Revelation 7:10 — “Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne, and unto the Lamb” — “Hallelujah” is a clarion call for every nation, tribe, and tongue to unite in resounding worship to God, declaring His majesty across the earth. With its rich lyrical depth and spirit-filled melody, “Hallelujah” captures the very essence…

Controversial Nollywood actress, Nkechi Blessing Sunday, escaped unhurt after the Plaster of Paris (POP) in her Lekki home crumbled. Naija News reports that the thespian, Nkechi, shared a video showing the crumbled pieces of the POP in a post on Instagram on Monday, stating that the incident occurred on Saturday, August 25. While expressing appreciation to God, Nkechi said she is thankful that her new car was not involved in the incident. She wrote, “Come to lekki they said. Tnk God no be inside house and my new car no Dey there…wetin | for talk abeg? It’s well with una lekki…

Former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has asserted that the party’s decision to zone its presidential ticket to the South was unprecedented in its history. Naija News reports that the statement follows the PDP’s announcement on Monday that its presidential ticket for the 2027 general election would be zoned to the southern region of the country. However, Olawepo-Hashim, speaking on Monday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, described the development as a default campaign for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu. He said, “What has happened today is unprecedented. PDP has never zoned…

Renowned Nigerian gospel music minister, Nosa, returns with a brand-new single titled “Who Is Like the Lord”, featuring Afro-gospel sensation Greatman Takit and celebrated trumpeter Uwana Etuk. This powerful anthem is a bold declaration of praise and spiritual warfare, magnifying the greatness of God and affirming His undeniable authority over the forces of darkness. It serves as a stirring reminder of the victory already secured in Christ Jesus for every believer. With Greatman Takit’s lyrical fire and Uwana Etuk’s resounding trumpet expressions, the collaboration strikes a perfect balance between the intensity of warfare and the sweetness of worship. The result…