Pioneering journalist, Doyinsola Abiola, cum widow of the late Chief M.K.O. Abiola, has been laid to rest in Lekki, Lagos, following a solemn funeral service at the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina. Naija News reports that the service on Friday drew a distinguished audience, including President Bola Tinubu’s representative, Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, former Lagos governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, former Ogun State governor Otunba Gbenga Daniel, and former Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Nike Akande. Other dignitaries in attendance included Managing Director of ThisDay, Eniola Bello, Adesoji Ajayi-Bembe, Obanikoro of…
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The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has stated that she is unbothered by the turnout of the recent protest that rocked the ministry. Naija News reports that staff of the Women Affairs Ministry, on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, locked out Sulaiman-Ibrahim in protest over prolonged neglect and poor welfare conditions, chanting solidarity songs and demanding the Minister’s removal. However, speaking during a town hall meeting at the National Centre for Women’s Development on Friday, the Minister said she is not upset over their protest, noting that the controversy made her more popular. According to Sulaiman-Ibrahim, more positives had come…
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has charged Border Patrol Commanders across the country to discharge their duties with renewed determination, stressing that as the nation’s first line of defence against any external security threat, they carry the enormous responsibility of safeguarding Nigeria’s sovereignty, preventing bloodshed, and defending the very identity of the nation. Naija News reports that he issued this charge during a conference with the Commanders at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. In his address, the IGP underscored the vast and complex nature of Nigeria’s borders, and long maritime corridors that link Nigeria to the Gulf of…
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has charged Border Patrol Commanders across the country to discharge their duties with renewed determination, stressing that as the nation’s first line of defence against any external security threat, they carry the enormous responsibility of safeguarding Nigeria’s sovereignty, preventing bloodshed, and defending the very identity of the nation. Naija News reports that he issued this charge during a conference with the Commanders at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. In his address, the IGP underscored the vast and complex nature of Nigeria’s borders, and long maritime corridors that link Nigeria to the Gulf of…
A former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olabode George, has accused the party’s Deputy National Secretary, Setonji Koshoedo, of sidelining PDP leaders in Lagos State. Chief George, in an open letter on Friday, addressed to the PDP National Chairman and members of the National Executive Committee (NEC), accused Koshoedo of unilaterally handling the distribution of congress nomination forms without consulting state leaders. He argued that the position of Koshoedo as a member of the PDP National Working Committee (NWC) does not automatically confer on him the authority to appoint party leaders in Lagos State or make…
The Anambra State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the killing of four people by gunmen during a funeral ceremony at Ezi Village, Ogidi, Idemili North Local Government Area. Naija News learnt that the attackers stormed the burial on Thursday, opening fire on mourners and leaving four persons dead and at least 15 others injured. The Command’s spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident on Friday, noting that preliminary investigations suggest the attack was the result of a cult-related clash. “Officers from Ogidi Division, led by the Divisional Police Officer, responded swiftly to a distress call and restored order…
The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd), has said the mandate entrusted to him by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has been “sufficiently achieved.” He stated that it was fulfilled following the restoration of democratic governance at the grassroots level. Naija News reports that he made this known during the presentation of the comprehensive report of the recently concluded local government elections by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC). Ibas stated that the peaceful conduct of the polls and the swearing-in of democratically elected Chairmen and Councillors across all 23 Local Government Areas marked the direct fulfillment…
Nollywood actress, Biodun Okeowo, better known as Omoborty, has weighed in on the ongoing trends of comparing celebrity weddings. Naija News reports that the thespian, in a post via Instagram on Friday, stated that the size or glamour of a wedding does not determine the success of a marriage. Omoborty also stated that the party does not reflect riches, as everyone has the right to celebrate in their own style. According to the film star, it is childish to compare and argue about weddings, adding that some couples even go into debt to fund their dream wedding, reminding people that…
Nigerian entertainer Charles Oputa, popularly known as Charly Boy, has taken to Instagram to announce that he is looking for a wife for his son. Naija News reports that the activist explained that his son, who has been married before but is now divorced, is ready to settle down again. Charly Boy revealed that his son, aged 46, holds a master’s degree, stands 5 feet 11 inches tall, and will soon be back in the country. The entertainer, also called Area Fada, explained that his son appears to have some fear of women, which pushed him to step in and…
Nigerian actress Omotunde Sogunle, popularly known as Motunde in Mr. Macaroni’s comedy skits, has shared how a false story once left her deeply troubled. Naija News reports that the actress in an interview recalled being accused of getting pregnant for her on-screen father, Mr. Macaroni, and even said to have aborted the pregnancy. She explained that the allegation was shocking and completely untrue, as it was only a working relationship. She admitted that the rumour caused her pain at the time, but she has since recovered from the experience. According to her, she now looks back and laughs about it…
