Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State said he was not afraid of joining the All Progressives Congress (APC), stressing that it is in the ruling party that he would realise the Ibom Deep Seaport project for the state. Mr Eno stated this on Saturday at a ceremony to receive him into the ruling party. […]

An explosion has occurred in a factory located along Ring Road, Mariri Quarters in Kano State. The police in the state have confirmed five deaths from the explosion. Kano police spokesperson Hussaini Abdullahi provided information on the explosion in a press statement shared with PREMIUM TIMES HAUSA on Saturday. “Fifteen people sustained varying degrees of […]

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 21st June, below. You can swap your dollar for Naira at these rates. How much is a dollar to naira today in the black market? […]

The family crisis surrounding the estate of former Oyo State Governor, Adebayo Alao-Akala, has taken a dramatic turn as his first daughter, Oluwatoyin Alao-Aderinto, approached the Oyo State High Court seeking a DNA test to determine the paternity of seven individuals claiming to be the late politician’s biological children. In a suit filed before Justice […]

The internal power dynamics within the All Progressives Congress (APC) continue to shift as party insiders reveal growing unease over Vice President Kashim Shettima’s standing ahead of the 2027 elections. According to sources who spoke with Punch, at the centre of the storm is an emerging perception that key political allies from Borno State, including […]

Renowned rapper and music executive Olamide Adedeji, widely known as Olamide, has dominated Nigeria’s music streaming charts, claiming all Top 10 spots on both Spotify and Apple Music with tracks from his latest self-titled album, “Olamidé.” According to data released by Top Charts Africa on Saturday, all ten positions on both streaming platforms are currently […]

The question of whether Vice President, Kashim Shettima, will retain his spot on the 2027 presidential ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) is quietly fuelling tensions within the party’s top ranks. While the APC National Working Committee (NWC) and National Executive Committee (NEC) have not issued any official stance, insiders who spoke with Punch […]

Top aides to some northern political heavyweights have dismissed reports suggesting that Governors Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya (Gombe) and Dikko Radda (Katsina), as well as Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, are being positioned to replace Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 presidential elections. Naija News reports that the denials follow recent reports of intense […]

Fresh uncertainty has gripped the political future of Vice President, Kashim Shettima, as indications emerge that he may not be retained as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in the 2027 general elections. Multiple sources within the Presidency and the All Progressives Congress (APC) confided in Sunday Punch that internal permutations are already underway, with several […]

United States President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, urging the country to embrace peace or face the consequences of more devastating and rapid attacks on additional targets. Naija News reports that the warning, delivered in a national address on Saturday night, came just hours after Trump confirmed a “very successful” US military […]

President of the United States, Donald Trump, on Saturday confirmed that American forces had launched a “very successful” airstrike on three of Iran’s major nuclear facilities, in what is shaping up to be one of the most significant U.S. military operations in the region in recent years. Naija News reports that Trump made the announcement […]

Nearly one year after his passing, the last Will and testament of elder statesman and former President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has been formally read to his family, shedding light on how his vast estate will be distributed. According to Vanguard, the document, read on June 16, 2025, by Chukwuma Ekomaru (SAN), outlines detailed […]

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Sunday, 22nd June, 2025. Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has berated the spate of killings of innocent people across Nigeria in recent times. In a statement released via his official 𝕏 handle on Saturday evening, the […]

Nigerian rapper, DJ and singer Lop3z is back and bolder than ever with her highly anticipated new single “MATA” Following the success of her reintroduction track “Pay Me”, Lop3z delivers... The post [Music] Lop3z – Mata first appeared on Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website.

The Ondo State Government has proposed death penalty for those convicted of kidnapping in the state. It said the move is part of its commitment to ensuring peace, infrastructure development, and grassroots governance across all parts of the state. The decision was reached during the State Executive Council meeting presided by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa in […]

The Special Adviser to the Governor of Benue State on Documentation, Research, and Planning, Mkor Aondona, has been arrested by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for alleged sextortion and cyberbullying. Naija News reports that the EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, in a statement on Saturday, said Aondona was arrested […]

When Olamide drops, the streets listen. But this time around, it’s more than just a drop — “Olamidé”, his eleventh studio album, feels like a legacy project. The kind of... The post ALBUM REVIEW: “Olamidé” – The Baddo We Know, But Seasoned with Grace first appeared on Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website.

Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has showered lovely compliments on his first wife, Hadiza Isma El-Rufai, on her birthday. Naija News reports that the Social Democratic Party (SDP) chieftain in a post via 𝕏 on Saturday, June 21, 2025, said his life took a positive turn for good when they got married about […]

Nigeria and the Republic of Benin signed an agreement on Saturday to deepen bilateral integration and serve as a model for broader regional cooperation within ECOWAS. The signing ceremony, witnessed by Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and Benin Republic President Patrice Talon, occurred at the inaugural West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) in Abuja. Nigeria’s Minister of […]

Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has berated the spate of killings of innocent people across Nigeria in recent times. In a statement released via his official 𝕏 handle on Saturday evening, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (PDP), regretted the death of about five people in a recent bomb explosion that […]

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday urged West African leaders to harness the region’s youthful population and abundant natural resources for economic transformation through industrialisation, education, and innovation. Delivering the opening address at the inaugural West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) in Abuja, President Tinubu described the region’s vibrant, youthful population as its greatest asset. “However, this […]

Mayorkun Shines with Uplifting New Single “Blessings On Blessings (B.O.B.)” Featuring Davido Versatile Nigerian hitmaker Mayorkun returns with a powerful new anthem titled “Blessings On Blessings (B.O.B.),” featuring Afrobeats superstar.... The post [Music] Mayorkun Ft. Davido – Blessings On Blessings (B.O.B) first appeared on Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website.

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s government of Ondo State has declared that from now on, any individual convicted of kidnapping within the state will receive the death penalty by hanging. The Attorney General and Ondo State Commissioner for Justice, Kayode Ajulo (SAN), made this announcement during a press conference following the State Executive Council meeting on Saturday […]

BNXN Unveils Soulful New Single “Very Soon” Featuring Fola Nigerian music sensation BNXN returns with a heartfelt new release titled “Very Soon,” featuring the rich vocals of Fola. The track... The post [Music] BNXN Ft. Fola – Very Soon first appeared on Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website.

Barcelona’s young talent, Lamine Yamal, has firmly rejected any suggestion that he attempted to connect with Claudia Bavel, a former adult film actress. Yamal made this statement in response to Bavel’s recent assertions regarding an alleged relationship with him. Naija News reports that the controversy began when Bavel claimed to have communicated with Yamal, who […]

Multi-talented Nigerian artist ZerryDL makes a striking return with his latest single, “My Amigo” a vibrant and melodious track that’s capturing attention across the Afrobeats scene. Known for his unique sound... The post [Music] ZerryDL – My Amigo first appeared on Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website.

The Special Assistant on Digital Media Strategy to former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, Demola Olarenwaju, has accused the media of exacerbating their challenges, particularly in reports about the adoption of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) as the opposition coalition platform. Naija News recalls that the Nigeria National Coalition Group (NCG) formally wrote to the Independent […]

Nigerian Afrobeats star, Michael Adebayo Olayinka, popularly known as Ruger, has claimed that genuine friendship is scarce in the Nigerian music industry. Naija News reports that Ruger, while featuring in a recent episode of The Stanley Agu Show, explained that relationships in the music industry are often business-oriented. He claimed that the highest number of […]

The Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi, has said that 95 out of every 100 fevers experienced in Lagos are not caused by malaria. Mr Abayomi said this at a three-day Study Kick-Off of Pathway to Pre-Elimination and Digitisation Project in the state. The focus was Malaria Rapid Diagnostic Test and Microscopy Comparative Study […]

Bhadboi OML Pays Tribute with New Track “Wasiu Ayinde” from Bhad Boi (Deluxe) Nigerian singer and songwriter Bhadboi OML releases a standout track titled “Wasiu Ayinde,” featured on his latest... The post [Music] Bhadboi OML – Wasiu Ayinde first appeared on Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website.

The Chief of Army Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, has assured that the Nigerian Army will hunt down and bring to justice all those behind the recent killings and attacks in Benue and Plateau states, as well as other parts of the country. Mr Oluyede, a lieutenant general, gave the assurance while declaring open a media chat […]

Naira Marley Drops Gritty New Anthem “Modafoka” Renowned Nigerian street-hop sensation Naira Marley is back with a bold and electrifying new single titled “Modafoka.” Known for his unfiltered lyrics and... The post [Music] Naira Marley – Modafoka first appeared on Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website.

Talented Nigerian music producer and rising star Bhadboi OML is back with a brand-new single titled “Alade Ade,” a vibrant and catchy track that’s already turning heads in the Afrobeats... The post [Music] Bhadboi OML – Alade Ade first appeared on Naijaloaded | Nigeria's Most Visited Music & Entertainment Website.

The Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, has condemned the killing of eight travellers by a mob in Mangun district of the Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The victims were travelling from Kaduna for a wedding when they lost their way and encountered a volatile situation in a community reeling under sustained terrorist […]

Despite their growing appeal as a sustainable solution to period poverty, reusable menstrual pads may remain inaccessible to many Nigerian girls due to cost, hygiene barriers, and cultural stigma, a menstrual health advocate has warned. The Programme Manager at the Media, Health and Rights Initiative of Nigeria (MHR), Ufuoma Eguriase, has cautioned that while reusable […]

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested the most wanted, vicious, and notorious hired killer, Wasiu Akinwande, popularly known as Olori Eso. Naija News reports that the spokesperson of the state command, Benjamin Hundeyin, in a statement issued on Friday, said the 44-year-old man was apprehended during a coordinated tactical operation code-named ‘Silence, Speed and […]