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President Donald Trump has directed that all American flags across the United States be flown at half-mast in honour of Charlie Kirk. According to the Associated Press, the conservative activist was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University. Naija News reports that Kirk, 31, was addressing students during the first stop of his campus tour when he was struck in the neck by a bullet. Videos from the scene captured the moment of the attack, showing panic as spectators screamed and fled. He was rushed to the hospital but later died. The activist, who co-founded Turning Point…

A United States right-wing activist, Charlie Kirk, has died after being shot at a university in Utah. President Donald Trump, while announcing the death of the activist on Wednesday, hailed his close ally as “legendary.” “The Great, and even Legendary, Charlie Kirk, is dead. No one understood or had the Heart of the Youth in the United States of America better than Charlie,” Trump posted on Truth Social. He added, “He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania’s and my sympathies go out to his beautiful wife, Erika, and family.…

Nollywood actor Bolanle Ninalowo has alerted the public to be cautious of online impersonators after a woman claimed she was defrauded of $5,000 in a romance scam using his identity. Naija News reports that the 45-year-old actor shared on his Facebook page a screenshot of an email from the woman, who said she had been tricked by someone pretending to be him. She detailed that she had evidence of the alleged scam, including emails, pictures, and bank transactions, and was preparing to take the matter to her attorney. Ninalowo clarified that he was not involved and warned his followers that…

A member of The Gambia’s National Assembly, Hon. Fatoumatta Njai, has written to the President of the Nigerian Senate, Godswill Akpabio, demanding the immediate reinstatement of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing her prolonged suspension as “unlawful” and “a blatant affront to the rule of law.” In a letter dated September 9, 2025, and copied to all Nigerian senators, diplomatic corps, and international institutions, Njai criticised the Senate’s refusal to obey a Federal High Court judgment that voided the suspension of the Kogi lawmaker. Justice B.F.M. Nyako, on July 4, 2025, declared the six-month suspension, equivalent to 180 sitting days, unconstitutional, stressing…

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 10th 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 ₦1530 and sell at ₦1510 on Wednesday 10th September, 2025, according to sources at Bureau De…

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Thursday, 11th September, 2025 1. Tinubu Orders Fresh Measures To Crash Soaring Food Prices President Bola Tinubu has directed the Federal Executive Council (FEC) committee on food security to fast-track measures aimed at reducing the high cost of food across the country. Naija News reports that the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, confirmed the President’s directive in Abuja on Wednesday at a capacity-building workshop for Senate correspondents. According to Abdullahi, the President’s new directive centres on ensuring…

Gospel singer-songwriter PHESOPEG is set to captivate audiences worldwide with the release of his powerful new Christian Afropop single, “Water Yielding Rock.” A bold declaration of unwavering faith and divine assurance, the track showcases PHESOPEG’s distinctive artistry, spiritual depth, and unique contribution to the growing global gospel music movement. Written and composed by PHESOPEG, “Water Yielding Rock” represents a courageous introduction into the gospel music scene. The track blends vibrant Afropop rhythms with deep-rooted gospel traditions, delivering a sound that is both contemporary and timeless. At its core is a striking metaphor of God as the “water-yielding rock”—an unfailing source…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said it is not aware of anyone being in court against it over leadership tussle. Naija News reports that the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, made this known on Wednesday, after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) recognised the leadership of the ADC, with former Senate President David Mark as its National Chairman and former Minister of Interior Rauf Aregbesola as the National Secretary. While responding to questions in an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Abdullahi said, “We are not aware that anybody is in court against ADC. What we have is…

Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka has turned down an invitation from the United States Consulate in Nigeria to attend a visa reinterview. Naija News reports that the literary icon said he will not take part in the process under the administration of President Donald Trump, whom he compared to former Ugandan leader Idi Amin. The invitation was sent to Nigerians holding B1/B2 visas, with Soyinka’s appointment fixed for Thursday, September 11. In an interview with The News, he explained that he initially thought the letter was a scam because he had never received such a request before, but later confirmed its…

EeZee Conceptz Global proudly announces a landmark celebration: the 40th birthday of its visionary founder, Dr. EeZee Tee, will be marked not just with festivities, but with a transformative event — the Mega Music Business Seminar. For over 20 years, EeZee Conceptz Global has pioneered platforms, nurtured talents, and carried Kingdom sounds that have shaped the landscape of Gospel music across Nigeria and beyond. As Dr. EeZee steps into a new decade, this milestone transcends personal celebration — it is a divine moment of legacy, impartation, and impact. “This isn’t just a birthday. It’s a day of revelation, transformation, and Kingdom influence. A…