Sosoliso plane crash survivor and singer, Kechi Okwuchi, has undergone yet another surgery, this time on her eyelid. Naija News reports that the America’s Got Talent finalist disclosed the development on Sunday, September 14, through her social media platforms, sharing photos of herself on a hospital bed three days after the operation. Okwuchi, who miraculously survived the December 10, 2005, plane crash that claimed 106 lives, including 60 of her schoolmates, revealed that she has now undergone about 140 surgeries. Her resilience has made her an inspiration to many, with her story of survival and recovery widely celebrated. Explaining why…
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Nollywood actress Bimbo Oshin has remembered her husband, Ola Ibironke, popularly known as Dudu Heritage, four years after his sudden death. Naija News reports that the 53-year-old actress in a post on Instagram reflected on how much she and their children still miss him. She described the emptiness his absence left in their lives and how they continue to adjust to living without him. She said that the children are growing stronger but still long for their father’s presence, guidance, and love. She wrote: “My husband, exactly this TIME four years ago you left us but the pain of your…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, on Sunday evening, paid a courtesy visit to former Sokoto State Governor, Attahiru Bafarawa, at his Abuja residence. Naija News reports that the 2023 Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) shared brief details of the meeting on his official 𝕏 handle on Monday morning. Atiku wrote: “Yesterday evening, I paid a courtesy visit to the former Governor of Sokoto State, His Excellency Attahiru Bafarawa, at his residence in Abuja. I’m happy to have met him in such a hospitable condition and to have had quality discussions with him.” Strategic Moves Ahead of 2027…
The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation has commenced the process of appointing five new permanent secretaries, following the approval of President Bola Tinubu. According to the Head of Service, Didi Walson-Jack, the vacancies include two arising from the recent retirement of permanent secretaries from Imo State and the Federal Capital Territory, and three zonal slots for the North-Central, North-East and South-East, created after the establishment of new ministries. Naija News reports that a statement released by the Director of Information and Public Relations in the OHCSF, Eno Olotu, noted that the recruitment process was structured…
The Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Bago, has claimed that power will return to the North after President Bola Tinubu’s second tenure. He advised Northerners interested in being Nigeria’s president to wait until 2031. The governor assured Tinubu of total loyalty and support in Niger State, stressing that there are no dissenting voices. Speaking on TVC, the governor said, “When he (President) finishes his eight years, power will come to the North and northerners, who want to contest, can then contest.” He insisted that the North and South must maintain the eight-year rotation policy. “In Niger State, there is no…
Armed men on Monday morning kidnapped at least 40 worshippers from a mosque in Gidan Turbe village, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Naija News reports that the attack occurred during early morning prayers at about 5:30 a.m., when the gunmen surrounded the mosque and forced the worshippers out at gunpoint. Zagazola Makama, a security publication focused on the Lake Chad region, said after the abduction, the captives were taken into nearby forests around the Gohori axis. The incident has created fear and uncertainty in the community. The police is yet to confirm the incident as at the time…
Former Liverpool defender, Steve Nicol, has called on Manchester United to part ways with their manager, Ruben Amorim, following the club’s 3-0 thrashing by Manchester City in Sunday’s Premier League derby. Naija News reports that the Red Devils were outclassed at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, with Phil Foden opening the scoring sheet and Erling Haaland netting a double to seal an emphatic win for Pep Guardiola’s men. Reacting on ESPN FC’s YouTube channel, Nicol said Amorim’s refusal to adapt was hurting United. He stated, “Well, they need to change him [Amorim] then. There is no point waiting. He is…
Nepal’s newly elected interim Prime Minister, Sushila Karki, has vowed to heed the demands of youth protesters for a corruption-free future, as she begins efforts to restore order following days of violent demonstrations that forced out her predecessor. Naija News reports that Karki, a 73-year-old former chief justice, was sworn in on Sunday, September 14, 2025, and immediately unveiled her first cabinet picks on Monday in Kathmandu. In a ceremony held outdoors in front of the fire-damaged presidential office, President Ram Chandra Paudel administered the oath of office to three key ministers, with the event broadcast live on national television.…
Former security guards known as Happie Boys visited Apostle Gift Chinyere at his church, Omega Power Ministries in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Sunday, September 14. Naija News understands that the visit drew attention because of their troubled past with the clergyman, who was once their benefactor. During the service, the duo spoke before the congregation and alleged that they had been influenced by individuals they described as enemies of the Apostle. According to them, those persons persuaded them to attack the cleric publicly, with promises that they would be taken to the United States in return. “We were misled…
Wayne Rooney has delivered a damning verdict on Manchester United’s struggles under head coach Ruben Amorim, insisting the club has shown little sign of progress since his appointment. The former United captain and all-time top scorer said on The Wayne Rooney Show that it is becoming increasingly difficult to defend Amorim’s reign. “I want to be as supportive and positive as I can be with the manager and the players,” Rooney said. “But it is very difficult to sit here and say we are seeing progression… We’re seeing none of that, and it is very difficult.” United suffered yet another…
