Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Thursday, 21st August, 2025 1. TICAD 9: Nigeria Is Busy With Strategic Engagements, Not Trade Expos – Presidency Replies Critics The presidency has reacted to claims that the Nigerian delegation is not actively engaging at the ongoing 9th Tokyo International Conference for African Development (TICAD9). This follows social media posts showing an empty and unmanned booth labelled ‘NIGERIA’ at the ongoing conference. However, a statement made available to Naija News on Wednesday by the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy,…
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Nigeria’s quest for a semifinal spot at the ongoing Afrobasket Championship in Luanda, Angola, came to an end on Wednesday after a 91–75 defeat to Senegal. The result came barely a month after Nigeria’s D’Tigresses had beaten Senegal in the women’s final of the competition. This time, the West African rivals got their revenge on the men’s stage. Naija News reports that D’Tigers started brightly, edging the first quarter 24-23. But Senegal responded strongly in the second quarter with a 30-18 run, opening up a commanding 53-42 lead at halftime. The third quarter further compounded Nigeria’s woes as they trailed…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dominic Alancha, has warned President Bola Tinubu against retaining the Muslim-Muslim formula, arguing it would present the opposition with an easy campaign tool. Naija News reports that Alancha made this known during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday. According to him, a possible alliance between former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, and the Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, could weaken the APC’s chances in the 2027 general elections. The APC member, who also leads the Northern Ethnic Nationality Forum (NENF), further stated that the opposition coalition is not…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has filed four separate suits before the Federal High Court, Abuja, seeking the removal of four federal lawmakers from Osun State who recently defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The affected legislators are Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi (Osun East), Senator Olubiyi Oluwole Fadeyi (Osun Central), Hon. Omirin Emmanuel Olusanya (Atakumosa East/West and Ilesa East/West Federal Constituency), and Hon. Taofeek Abimbola Ajilesoro (Ife Central/East/North and South Federal Constituency). In the suits filed on Wednesday by PDP’s lead counsel, Raphael Oyewole, the party joined several other defendants alongside the lawmakers. While the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio,…
Nigerian singer, Keshinro Ololade, popularly known as Lil Kesh, has been involved in a robbery attack. Naija News learnt that the Shoki crooner narrowly escaped death on Wednesday after a robbery incident in Lagos. According to Hip TV, Lil Kesh was stabbed in the neck during the robbery, and his jewellery worth millions of naira was also stolen. While details of the incident remain sketchy at the moment, neither Lil Kesh’s management nor the Lagos State Police Command has issued a statement regarding the incident. The news has sent his fans into panic mode, with many offering prayers and well-wishes…
The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the nomination of five persons to serve as members of the Edo State Civil Service Commission. Naija News reports that the announcement was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor. According to the statement, the nominees are: Oko-Ose Samuel Ozemhonyelea, mni – Chairman Deborah O. Enakhimion – Member Mrs. Monica Igbadumhe – Member Elder David Ovbiosa Odaro (JP) – Member Isikpe Irene Kadiri – Member Ikhilor disclosed that the names have been forwarded to the Edo State House of Assembly for…
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has hit out against the administration of President Bola Tinubu over the empty Nigerian booth at the ongoing ninth Tokyo International Conference (TICAD9) in Japan. Peter Obi, in a post on Wednesday via his 𝕏 account, said the booth is empty just like the promises made to Nigerians by President Bola Tinubu. The former Anambra State Governor, who added his voice to the ongoing criticisms against the Nigerian government, said the emptiness of the booth is a reflection of the consistent emptiness the Tinubu government has fed Nigerians. He said the defence by the presidency…
Former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, has reacted to the viral video in which singer Naira Marley explained his side of the controversy surrounding the death of Mohbad. Naija News reports that Ahmad, in a post on Wednesday, said he had not previously followed the case in detail, only seeing headlines and social media discussions, but decided to watch the video where Naira Marley laid out his account of events. According to him, the presentation showed a detailed timeline of messages, calls, videos, and dates from the beginning of their interactions to the last contact they had. He said that keeping…
The Katsina State Government has stopped the salaries of 100 teachers who abandoned their duty posts without giving any reason. Naija News reports that the decision was confirmed in Katsina on Wednesday during the unveiling of a joint education sector coordination committee, organized by the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education in partnership with UNICEF. The committee is expected to guide policy formulation, planning, and resource mobilisation for the education sector in the state. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Hajiya Zainab Musawa, expressed concern over the growing attitude of teachers neglecting their responsibilities. She said that during her…
Nollywood actress Biodun Okeowo, popularly known as Omoborty, has declared that the length of years spent in marriage does not stop a man from taking a second wife. Naija News reports that she made this known while reacting to recent discussions on Instagram about relationships and marriage. The actress explained that no matter how long a union has lasted, some men may still choose to marry another woman. According to her, peace of mind should remain a woman’s priority, as staying in a troubled marriage because of public opinion is not the best choice. She added that while some men…
