The Senator representing Cross River South Senatorial District, Asuquo Ekpenyong, has pledged to continue pushing for the passage of the Suicide Prevention Bill currently before the National Assembly. The bill, which scaled its first reading in February, seeks to decriminalise attempted suicide while establishing a comprehensive framework for prevention, mental health support, and response services in Nigeria. Naija News reports that Ekpenyong’s renewed commitment was contained in a statement signed by the convener of the Suicide Prevention Advocacy Group and Continental Representative for LifeLine International, Prof. Taiwo Sheikh, on Sunday. The senator restated his position when he received members of…
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Most Rev. Matthew Hassan Kukah, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday. Naija News reports that the President, in a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, described Bishop Kukah as a highly revered priest whose influence extends beyond the pulpit. Tinubu praised the cleric’s lifelong commitment to social justice and care for the underprivileged, noting that his work has shaped development and governance debates in Nigeria and Africa. “Bishop Kukah is a highly revered priest, whose compassion for…
Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Gbubemi Ojogwu popularly known as Odumodublvck has called out the organizers of the Headies Awards over the car gift. Naija News reports that gift was promised to him after winning the Next Rated category at the 2025 edition. In a tweet, he reminded the award body that the prize has not been delivered. He wrote, “I DON FORGET SAY I WIN CAR HEADIES WEY MY CAR?” Odumodublvck won the Next Rated category earlier this year, a category that traditionally comes with a car gift. However, months after the ceremony, he insists that the award body has yet…
The United States Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos will not open for regular activities on Monday, September 1, 2025, due to the observance of Labour Day in the US. Naija News reports that the public holiday, which is marked every first Monday in September, is dedicated to honouring the role of American workers and has been celebrated since the late 19th century. During the closure, Nigerians in need of urgent help from the mission will still have access to emergency contacts. However, routine services such as visa applications and other consular matters will continue after the…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the Federal Government to urgently reverse the new passport fees announced by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), describing the hike as arbitrary, unlawful, and discriminatory against poor Nigerians. Naija News reports that the NIS had last week disclosed that, effective September 1, 2025, passport applications within Nigeria would cost ₦100,000 for the 32-page, five-year validity and ₦200,000 for the 64-page, 10-year validity. The new increase comes less than a year after a similar upward review in September 2024, sparking outrage among citizens. ‘Millions of Nigerians Cannot Afford It’ – SERAP…
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has admitted that while President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms have brought hardship to Nigerians and businesses, the policies are necessary to address the nation’s challenges. Chairman of MAN in Cross River and Akwa Ibom States, Dr. Adoga Inalegwu, stated this in Calabar over the weekend after a familiarisation visit to member companies. Inalegwu noted that the President had taken bold steps that many previous governments had avoided. “I think President Bola Tinubu’s policies are necessary and tough decisions that Nigeria needs presently. This is because if we keep deceiving ourselves that everything is the…
Tiktok star, Khaby Lame has revealed why he turns down endorsement deals linked to alcohol brands. Speaking in an interview, the TikTok sensation explained that his decision is based on his faith and the influence he has on his young followers. Naija News reports that Lame, who is known worldwide for his unique comedy style, said he regularly receives offers from companies seeking to promote alcoholic products but has never accepted any of them. He said that being a Muslim plays a major role in his refusal, as he does not want to associate his brand with alcohol. Beyond his…
Former Governor of Jigawa State and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sule Lamido, has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of betraying Nigerians and worsening their suffering. Speaking at the expanded caucus meeting of the PDP in Dutse, Lamido said both the Muhammadu Buhari and Bola Tinubu administrations had failed to live up to promises of good governance. The PDP stalwart said successive APC governments had plunged citizens into poverty while enriching themselves. “Since Buhari and now Tinubu, Nigerians are suffering. Poverty is everywhere, youths are jobless, and the economy is collapsing. They say they are fighting…
The Nigeria Police Force has again recorded significant breakthroughs with coordinated efforts leading to the rescue of a victim, arrest of suspected kidnappers, and the recovery of sophisticated firearms, ammunition, and millions of naira in cash in Akwa Ibom and Nasarawa States. This was made known in a statement to Naija News signed by Force Spokesperson, DCP Muyiwa Adejobi. He disclosed that in Akwa Ibom State, on 16th August 2025, Police operatives attached to Eket Division, in synergy with operatives from Ikot Udota Division and youths of Afia Nsit, responded swiftly to a distress call of a suspected kidnapping attempt at…
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 75-year-old grandpa, Uchelue Ikechukwu, alongside five suspects arrested with illicit substances in raids in parts of Anambra State. Naija News reports that 30-year-old Alfa Andrew was also taken into custody following the destruction of 178, 750 kilograms of skunk on his 71.5 hectares of cannabis farm in Mayodoga forest, Sardauna local council area of Taraba state. This was disclosed in a statement on Sunday by the NDLEA Director, Media & Advocacy, Femi Babafemi. The statement revealed that while Uchelue was nabbed at Umudioka, Dunukofia local government area of Anambra…
