Reports had emerged on Tuesday claiming notorious commander of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), identified as Ifeanyi Eze Okorienta, popularly known as Gentle de Yahoo, was arrested by troops of the Nigerian Army. According to the viral reports, the wanted ESN Commander was captured by troops of the 34 Artillery Brigade in a joint operation with sister security agencies at his hideout in Aku-Ihube, Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo State However, checked by Zagazola Makama revealed that: The Nigerian Army has made no such announcement through its official channels, including…
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The Rivers State Elders Council (RSEC) has appealed to residents and political leaders to embrace peace and unity as the state prepares for the restoration of democratic governance. Naija News understands that Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Prof. Ngozi Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, are expected to resume their seats on Thursday if President Bola Tinubu does not extend the emergency rule. This comes after Tinubu returned to Nigeria on Tuesday after cutting short his 10-day vacation abroad. All appears set for the termination of the emergency rule, with the Sole…
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, on Tuesday, paid a courtesy visit to a faction of the Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, at its Lagos office. Naija News reports that Obi was accompanied by the LP’s 2023 Lagos governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, and the National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Tanko Yunusa. They were received by leaders of the faction, including Oba Oladipo Olaitan, Chief Supo Shonibare, former Lagos State Deputy Governor, Kofoworola Bucknor-Akerele, and the General Secretary, Chief Sola Ebiseni. Others present included Prince Justice Faloye, National Publicity Secretary, Dele Farotimi, Organising Secretary, Bashorun Segun…
Afrobeats singer Seun Kuti has said that Nigeria’s poor image abroad is not caused by internet fraudsters, also known as Yahoo boys, but by the conduct of the nation’s political leaders. Speaking during an interview on the Honest Bunch podcast, Kuti explained that the world does not judge any country by the actions of its worst citizens but rather by the behaviour of its most prominent figures. Naija News reports that he stressed that Nigerians often accept a misleading narrative that internet fraudsters are to blame for the country’s negative reputation. According to him, the reality is that global perception…
The Abia State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has stated that former president Goodluck Jonathan must follow due process before contesting for the 2027 presidency. Acknowledging Jonathan’s right to contest, the party asserted that the PDP is an inclusive platform where eligible members are free to aspire to any office in accordance with party guidelines and the provisions of the Nigerian Constitution. Speaking to Punch on Tuesday, the chairman of the party in Abia State, Abraham Amah noted that the presidential candidate of the party would be determined through a free and fair election. He, however, stated that…
A serving member of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Adamu Aliyu, is being interrogated by operatives of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over alleged contract fraud. According to Premium Times, Aliyu, who represents Jos North-North Constituency, surrendered himself at the ICPC headquarters in Abuja on Monday, days after Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court declared him wanted at the request of the commission. The judge issued the order after investigators told the court that the lawmaker repeatedly ignored invitations to answer questions on fraud allegations. According to court filings, the case originated…
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 16th 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 ₦1522 and sell at ₦1518 on Tuesday 16th September, 2025, according to sources at Bureau De…
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) 2023 presidential candidate, Adewole Adebayo, has said everyone knows that President Bola Tinubu is a popular tax collector. Naija News reports that Adebayo made the remark during an interview on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Tuesday. Adebayo admitted that the tax collection is an improvement over a disorganised system, which Tinubu met on the ground. He said, “Everybody knows that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a well known tax collector. But that tax collection is an improvement over a disorganized system he met on ground. He did tax collection in Lagos and he came to…
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has approved the nomination of four individuals as Commissioner-Designates. Naija News reports that this was disclosed in a statement on Tuesday night by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor. The statement noted that the nominations of the individuals will be forwarded to the Edo State House of Assembly for consideration and confirmation. Those nominated include: 1. Dr. Jerry Uwangue, FCISM 2. Hon. (Barr.) Kenneth Okoruwa Ihensekhien 3. Barr. Usenbo Paul Ehigie 4. Akhigbe Osi John Sunday Dr. Jerry Uwangue Dr. Jerry Uwangue is the Managing Director/CEO of J&G Engineering and Construction Services…
Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Wednesday, 17th September, 2025 1. Tinubu Returns To Abuja After Work Vacation In Paris President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja from Paris following the conclusion of his work vacation. Naija News reports that he arrived at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Tuesday evening. He was received by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, and the Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, among others. Recall that the President ended his vacation earlier than scheduled, cutting…
