The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared that he is a proud agent of President Bola Tinubu, working to address the challenges confronting Nigerians. Naija News reports that Wike, who spoke during the official flag-off of the construction of the Northern Parkway from Ring Road II to Ring Road III in Abuja, said Tinubu inherited a country battered by years of bad governance but is committed to fixing it. “Give support to who needs to do well. Tinubu is doing well and committed to improving the welfare of this country, is committed to see that this…
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Veteran Nollywood actor, Richard Mofe Damijo, better known as RMD, has revealed how he became a fan of legendary Nigerian singer, 2Baba, after their first encounter. Naija News reports that the thespian recalled in a post via Instagram on Friday, while celebrating the ace musician on his 50th birthday. RMD asserted that everyone has their issues, and nevertheless, 2Baba will remain his star boy. The film star also appreciated the legendary singer for the music, memories, and journeys they had shared. He wrote, “@official2baba happy 50th birthday brother. Come rain or shine, everybody get their own for body. You’ll always…
Famous South African rapper David Junior Ngcobo, popularly known as Nasty C, has disclosed that he plans to change his stage name. Speaking in an interview with Madame Joyce in London, the ‘Coolest Kid In Africa’ crooner disclosed that his stage name does not have a meaning. He explained that he simply put letters together to form his stage name. The singer also admitted that he lied about his first producer calling him “Nasty Cat” which inspired his stage name, stressing that he just wanted to have a story about the name. Madame Joyce asked: “Where does the name Nasty…
Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 election, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has disclosed what can make him leave the party for any other party. Speaking on Thursday during an interaction with his supporters, Kwankwaso declared his readiness to join the All Progressives Congress (APC) if there is an assurance that he and his people would be valued. Naija News reports that the former Kano State Governor also boasted that he was one of the founding leaders of the APC, but left because, during the tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari, they were not given…
Abuja-based songwriter, singer, and pastor Ibifubara Jaja has released a powerful new single titled “The Greatest Name” featuring renowned gospel minister Wilson Yoko. Inspired by Philippians 2:9 – “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name” – the song is a bold declaration of the unmatched authority and power in the name of Jesus. Speaking about the song, Ibifubara Jaja says: “The name of Jesus is the only name that guarantees peace, healing, deliverance, and security. In and out of season, He remains the same. Our only responsibility is to call…
Unknown gunmen suspected to be bandits have reportedly whisked away at least two officers of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State. In a publication on Friday, popular counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama stated that sources confirmed the victims, identified as Orasuur Oliver Orseer of Jato-Aka and Orwese David James, were serving at the Immigration Forward Operations Base in Adikpo. Naija News understands that the Immigration officers were deployed to a border checkpoint in Ugbema, Buruku LGA, on September 10. According to sources, the officers were returning from duty on a motorcycle when they were…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced a state broadcast for 6 p.m. today, following his return to office after the lifting of the emergency rule in the state. Naija News reports that the governor disclosed this shortly after arriving at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Friday, where he was greeted by a massive crowd of supporters. Fubara described the turnout as overwhelming and a reaffirmation of the bond between his administration and the people of Rivers State. He said, “I am humbled by what I saw at the airport. I was also briefed about what happened here…
The Association of Resident Doctors of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (ARD-FCT) has suspended its indefinite strike, giving patients in Abuja and its environs some relief after days of disruption in medical services. The President of ARD-FCT, Dr George Ebong, confirmed the suspension on Friday, noting that doctors will return to work on Monday, September 22, 2025, at 8 a.m. He explained that the decision came after the intervention of the Senate Committee on Federal Territory Area Councils and Ancillary Matters, as well as out of respect for the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. However, he made…
Music executive Ubi Franklin has shared his thoughts on why it might be difficult for Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy to collaborate. He opined that collaborating would be difficult because their positions as the “Big 3” make them rivals rather than collaborators. Speaking in a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, the talent manager noted that there are fierce competitors in every industry, using the rivalry between top Nigerian banks to buttress his point. He, however, claimed that the beef between the Afrobeats stars isn’t beyond entertainment, emphasising that he has never heard his associate Davido gossip about Wizkid and Burna…
Paris Saint-Germain captain and Brazilian defender Marquinhos has thrown his full support behind his teammates ahead of the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony, insisting that as many as nine PSG stars are worthy of the award. Marquinhos admitted that the abundance of nominees from the Paris club makes the choice “very complicated,” but he singled out Ousmane Dembele as a deserving candidate if he eventually takes home the prestigious prize. “I have nine PSG players named, which makes the choice very complicated,” Marquinhos told Le Parisien. “If Ousmane wins the Ballon d’Or, it will be widely deserved.” Dembele has enjoyed one…
