The Labour Party (LP) has described the sudden defection of its former Lagos governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as hasty and ill-advised. Naija News reports that Rhodes-Vivour has formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking shortly after his defection ceremony held in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos, Rhodes-Vivour stated that the ADC represents a strong coalition to rescue Nigeria ahead of the 2027 elections. However, in a statement issued on Sunday, LP’s interim National Publicity Secretary, Tony Akeni, said Rhodes-Vivour’s action showed he had jumped the gun and failed to imbibe the political approach…
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The governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, has stated that it is unnecessary to react to comments by his predecessor, Nasir El-Rufai, describing him as his mentee. Recall that El-Rufai had stated that he was not friends with Sani and described the incumbent governor as ‘My boy.’ However, speaking during an appearance on TVC’s ‘Politics on Sunday’ programme, Sani dismissed suggestions that he was under the political tutelage of El-Rufai. He asserted that President Bola Tinubu and the late human rights lawyer, Gani Fawehinmi, remained his guiding lights. He said, “I don’t think it is necessary to respond to that…
Former Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has alleged that the federal government is plotting to create a one-party state. Naija News reports that Rhodes-Vivour made this statement on Sunday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme. He charged Nigerians and political actors to rise and oppose the alleged plans, expressing doubt about the conduct of the 2027 election. He said, “Opposition parties are trying to gather and have meetings and they are being met with violence. From Kaduna to Gombe. Just like what happened in Lagos yesterday. “If you want to talk about…
The lawyer of the Senator who represents Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has confirmed that the lawmaker will return to the National Assembly later this month after completing her six-month suspension. Naija News recalls that Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended on March 6 following allegations of insubordination for rejecting a designated seat during plenary. The suspension, based on recommendations of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions, also stripped her of aides, office privileges, and salaries. The lawmaker had consistently argued that her ordeal was linked to her petition accusing Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, of sexual harassment, a claim the Senate…
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 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 ₦1518 and sell at ₦1510 on Sunday 7th September, 2025, according to sources at Bureau De…
The 2023 governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has declared that he has no intention of supporting President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections as a way to make it easier for him to emerge as the Lagos State Governor. According to him, any thought of supporting Tinubu is a complete waste of time. Rhodes-Vivour added that he can never be a party to any structure that will not allow him to maximize the commonwealth of Lagos for the people of the state. Naija News reports that the former governorship candidate said he is on a political…
Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Monday, 8th September, 2025 1. Tinubu Govt Summons Emergency Meeting Over NUPENG Strike The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led federal government has decided to engage with the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Dangote Refinery over their face-off. Naija News understands that the federal government is appealing to NUPENG to suspend its planned nationwide strike scheduled to begin on Monday, September 8, 2025. Confirming the government’s decision to resolve the dispute on Sunday, the Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari…
The popular Nigerian music outlet and entertainment venue Alabareports Promotions recently released the alluring mixtape “Jamaican Medley Mixtape.” On top of that, DJ Max, a skilled Nigerian disc jockey and mixmaker, mixed this amazing mixtape. Finally, if you enjoy good music, you should add the previously stated magnificent mixtape to your library as it may be a hit mix. Listen and share your thoughts below! DOWNLOAD MP3 The post Alabareports Promotions – Jamaican Medley Mixtape Ft. DJ Max AKA King Of DJs appeared first on Val9ja.
Big Baby, a phenomenally talented Nigerian singer-songwriter, presents his most recent version, which is titled “$exy Friday.” Additionally, he sought the musical skills of JeriQ, a notable Nigerian ethnic rap virtuoso and poet, in order to release a work of art. Ultimately, this engaging tune is a work of art that, if you value quality music, will wind up on your iPod. Listen and share your thoughts below! DOWNLOAD MP3 The post Big Baby – $exy Friday Ft. JeriQ appeared first on Val9ja.
The Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10 reality show witnessed a turn of events on Sunday as three housemates were evicted during the live eviction show. Naija News reports that the proceedings began with a dramatic twist, where 19 out of the 22 remaining housemates were nominated for eviction. This move came after a search for an envelope containing an immunity card, leaving only Mensan, Faith, and Zita safe from elimination. The first housemate to be evicted was Big Soso, a 28-year-old lawyer and chef from Kaduna State. Her departure marked the eighth eviction of the season. Following her, Ivatar,…
