Controversial Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, has opened up about his willingness to sell his vote in the 2027 election. Naija News reports that the singer, in a post via his Instagram page on Wednesday, questioned his fans if they have collected their voter’s card. Portable revealed that he will endorse any politician or political party that pays him first in the 2027 election. He further advised his fans to sell their votes. He said, “Anybody wey give me money na who I go follow. Anybody wey fit help our life. “If APC brings money first, APC…
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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 17th 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 ₦1540 and sell at ₦1535 on Wednesday 17th 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, 18th September, 2025 1. Tinubu Lifts Rivers State Emergency Rule, Reinstate Fubara As Governor President Bola Tinubu has suspended emergency rule in Rivers and reinstated the state Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Recall that the emergency rule was declared in the state six months ago following a series of political crises between Fubara and the Minister of the Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Naija News reports that Tinubu, in a statement on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, directed the suspended Governor to resume work on Thursday,…
A former Commissioner for Information in Rivers State, Ibim Semenitari, has expressed excitement over the termination of emergency rule in the state. Naija News reports that President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday lifted the state of emergency imposed on Rivers on March 18. Featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Wednesday, Semenitari said Tinubu’s decision to lift the state of emergency was gratifying, and there is relief all over Rivers. She said, “It’s a breath of fresh air. As a Rivers State daughter, it feels good to have my state back. “It is gratifying. I think there’s relief all over Rivers…
GMA Records proudly unveils the debut single of gospel group Faith Xtreams, titled “What Can Wash Away,” available today on all major music streaming platforms. This powerful release reimagines the timeless hymns ‘Into My Heart’ and ‘Nothing But the Blood of Jesus’ in a refreshing Afrofusion style. Opening with the tender prayer “Into my heart, Lord Jesus,” the song flows seamlessly into the ageless declaration: “What can wash away my sins? Nothing but the blood of Jesus.” With vibrant harmonies, Afro-inspired rhythms, and Spirit-filled passion, Faith Xtreams delivers a worship experience that feels both nostalgic and brand new. As the…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has accused President Bola Tinubu of failing to understand the constitutional division of powers between him and state governors. The PDP on Wednesday, through its Deputy National Youth Leader, Timothy Osadolor, accused President Tinubu of exceeding his constitutional powers in suspending Governor Siminilayi Fubara during the period of Emergency Rule in Rivers State and insisted he must apologise to Nigerians. The PDP official made the call while reacting to the declaration of an end to the emergency rule in Rivers State and reinstatement of the State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Naija News recalls that President Tinubu, in…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has hailed the decision of President Bola Tinubu to lift the emergency rule in Rivers State. Wike, in a statement on Wednesday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, said President Tinubu, by his action, has once again demonstrated his total commitment to peace and sustenance of democracy in the country. Naija News recalls the President had earlier on Wednesday, ended the emergency rule in Rivers and reinstated the state Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Recall that the emergency rule was declared in the state six…
The Coalition of United Political Parties (CUPP) has reacted to the termination of the state of emergency in Rivers State. Speaking via a statement by its National Secretary, Peter Ameh, the group insisted that the declaration of a state of emergency six months ago was a direct assault on Nigeria’s democratic principles. Ameh argued that the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara was an unconstitutional power grab that should never have occurred. CUPP said it firmly believes that democracy thrives on the will of the people and the independence of institutions. “This action, executed without the request of elected state officials,…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has criticised Nigerians for what he described as their “docile silence” during the six-month emergency rule that suspended democratic governance in Rivers State. Naija News reports that Eze, a former National Publicity Secretary of the defunct New Peoples Democratic Party (nPDP), made the remarks in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Wednesday. The APC stalwart lamented that the unconstitutional suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara was allowed to stand without resistance. “Nigerians watched and did nothing, allowing the illegalities in Rivers State to happen successfully,” Eze said. He warned…
A notorious bandit leader, Isya Akwashi Garwa, has reportedly released 28 abducted persons in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State following a peace arrangement with local authorities. Garwa, armed with an AK-47 rifle and ammunition, handed over the victims to officials of the local council on Wednesday. Naija News understands that those freed were mostly residents of Mairua, Kanen-haki, and Yar Dabaru communities, who had been held captive for weeks. Bandit Leader in Katsina A security analyst, Zagazola Makama, confirmed the development on 𝕏, saying community leaders in Faskari described the release as a positive signal, and urged both…
