The vice‑presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general election, Yusuf Datti Baba‑Ahmed, has described former members of the party who have defected to other political platforms as political travellers, even as he hinted at a possible presidential ambition on the LP’s platform ahead of the 2027 elections. Naija News reports that […] The post Peter Obi: Datti Baba-Ahmed Describes LP Defector As Political Travellers appeared first on Naija News.
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The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has alleged that former Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, sought to enlist his support through former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, after the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary election. Naija News reports that Bwala made the disclosure on The Clarity Zone podcast […] The post ‘Obasanjo Called Me To Work With Peter Obi’ – Daniel Bwala appeared first on Naija News.
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 7th January, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market? […] The post Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, January 8th, 2026 appeared first on Naija News.
The national leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has stated that his conscience cannot be bought. Kwankwaso made the declaration on Wednesday while addressing his supporters in Kano over recent political developments. He dismissed the widespread belief that all politicians could be bought, saying those seeking a politician without a price […] The post If You Are Looking For A Politician Without A Price Tag, Look At Me – Kwankwaso appeared first on Naija News.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF), has named Somali referee Omar Artan to take charge of the quarter-final meeting between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Algeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Artan, who is among the officials selected for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is widely respected across the continent and […] The post AFCON 2025 QF: CAF Appoints Somali Referee Omar Artan For Nigeria Vs Algeria appeared first on Naija News.
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has revealed that when he assumed office in 1999, factions within Nigeria’s labour movement were allegedly being funded by foreign intelligence agencies, including the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Obasanjo said the discovery informed his decision to reform Nigeria’s labour movement to ensure the emergence of an independent, nationally controlled workers’ union. […] The post Obasanjo Claims CIA, KGB Funded Labour Unions Before 1999 Reforms appeared first on Naija News.
The Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ireti Kingibe, has opined that the Labour Party is not a viable platform for anyone seeking re-election in 2027. Naija News reports that Kingibe made known on Tuesday during an interview on the Channel Television’s ‘Politics Today.” Giving reason for tossing the Labour Party for the African […] The post ‘Labour Party Is Not A Viable Platform For Seeking Election’ – Ireti Kingibe appeared first on Naija News.
The Federal Government has begun a new process to allow personal cars brought into Nigeria by international travellers to move freely for a limited time. Naija News reports that the plan is being carried out by the Nigeria Customs Service for people coming into the country for tourism, business, diplomatic duties, or personal visits. According […] The post Customs Approve Temporary Waiver For Foreign Vehicles appeared first on Naija News.
The camp of former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has reaffirmed the African Democratic Congress’s (ADC) willingness to collaborate with other opposition parties and political actors ahead of the 2027 general elections. Naija News reports that Atiku’s media adviser, Paul Ibe, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja while reacting to reports that a faction within the […] The post ADC Open To Opposition Alliance Ahead Of 2027 — Atiku Camp appeared first on Naija News.
The lawmaker who represents the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Senator Ireti Kingibe, has dismissed suggestions that the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, poses a threat to her political fortunes ahead of the 2027 general elections. Naija News reports that Kingibe made the remarks on Wednesday during an appearance on Politics Today, a political programme […] The post Wike Can’t Dictate FCT Vote In 2027 – Ireti Kingibe appeared first on Naija News.
