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Ex-NNPCL CFO Denies Arrest By EFCC Over Alleged $7.2 Billion Fraud
A former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Umar Ajiya Isa, has denied allegations that he was apprehended by agents of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday in connection with fraud. In a statement released on Wednesday, the ex-CFO of NNPCL clarified that, contrary to the […]
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Nigerian Police Launch Investigation Into Viral Video Of Angela Okorie Jogging With Armed Escort
The Nigeria Police Force has commenced an investigation into a viral video that captures actress Angela Okorie jogging while being escorted by armed police officers. The Force, in a statement on Wednesday, posted on its X handle and signed by spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi, stated that the incident does not align with its professional standards. Adejobi […]
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Apart from Atiku-led coalition, another group seeks registration with acronym
It has emerged that the Nigerian National Coalition Group (NNCG), led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, is not the only group applying for registration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), using the acronym ADA. Another group, the Advanced Democratic Alliance, with the same ADA, also applied to the commission for registration as a […]
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Presidency Reveals Date Tinubu Will Sign Tax Reform Bills
The Presidency has disclosed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will, on Thursday, sign into law four tax reform bills. Naija News reports that this was made known in a statement on Wednesday by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. The four bills, the Nigeria Tax Bill, the Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, the […]
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INEC unveils 110 associations seeking registration as political parties (FULL LIST)
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has unveiled the list of 110 associations seeking registration as political parties. The Chairperson of the commission, Mahmood Yakubu, a professor, unveiled the list on Wednesday at a meeting with media executives. Among the associations listed by INEC is the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) floated by a coalition of […]
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Police Inspector Killed In Clash With DSS Operatives In Anambra
A police inspector from the 29 Police Mobile Force (PMF) in Awka was reportedly shot in a recent clash with operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS). Naija News understands tha the tragic incident happened during a stop-and-search operation in Uli, located in the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. According to renowned […]
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INEC Confirms Receipt Of 110 Applications For New Political Parties
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has obtained letters of intent from 110 associations seeking registration as political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, revealed this information during the second regular consultative meeting with media executives held at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday. Yakubu stated that INEC […]
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Cristiano Ronaldo Extends Al Nassr Stay, Arsenal Begin Partey Replacement Talks
Cristiano Ronaldo has committed his future to Al Nassr, putting an end to speculation over his next move as his previous deal approached expiration. Cristiano Ronaldo, 40, who joined the Saudi Pro League outfit in January 2023 after parting ways with Manchester United, was due to become a free agent on June 30. However, he […]
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God Will Punish All Of Them
Controversial hip-hop artist Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck, has stated that his 2023 song ‘Declan Rice,’ is the most culturally impactful Nigerian hip-hop song in the world. He berated those criticising his style of rap, arguing that they are intimidated by his level of success. Speaking in an interview with The Beat 99.9 FM, […]
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Confusion As PDP NWC Knocks Damagum, Insists NEC Not Cancelled, Anyanwu Not Reinstated
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed an earlier press briefing by it’s Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum. Naija News reports that Damagum had announced the reinstatement of Samuel Anyanwu as the National Secretary of the party. He made the announcement on Wednesday during a press briefing attended by […]
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Your Penchant For Reputation Savaging Is Almost Pathological
The special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has berated the former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, over his recent comments against the incumbent administration. El-Rufai, during an interview on Arise News, claimed Tinubu would require a miracle to secure re-election in 2027. According to him, a poll conducted […]
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‘Tinubu Is Sad About Not Seeing A Vibrant Opposition’
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has stated that President Bola Tinubu is saddened by the current state of disarray among Nigeria’s opposition parties and desires a more vibrant and organised opposition. Naija News reports that Akpabio made this known on Wednesday while representing Tinubu at the inauguration of Arterial Road N20 Interchange Bridges in the Federal […]
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INEC Shares Update On Resumption Of Nationwide Continuous Voter Registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced plans to release details on the resumption of nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) in the next twenty-four hours. This development was disclosed on Wednesday by the INEC Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, at the second regular consultative meeting with media executives at the commission’s conference room in Abuja. […]
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Ayo Shonaiya Opens Up On Declining To Manage Dagrin, Calls It His Biggest Career Regret
Ayo Shonaiya, a renowned music executive, entertainment lawyer, and filmmaker, has admitted that his biggest career regret was passing up the opportunity to work with the late Nigerian rapper, Dagrin. Shonaiya recounted the emotional experience in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, reflecting on how his former personal assistant, Destiny, had introduced Dagrin […]
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Peter Obi’s Brother Is Being Visited By ‘Sins’ Of Former Governor In Stripping The Lagos Emperor Naked In His Domain
Media adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, has reacted to the alleged illegal demolition of a company belonging to a younger brother of the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi. Naija News understands that the Lagos State Government pulled down the property in the Ikeja area of the […]
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Okonjo-Iweala receives Lifetime Award in fighting fraud, corruption
The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has been awarded the 2025 Cressey Award by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) for her lifetime contribution to the detection and deterrence of fraud. The award was presented to Mrs Okonjo Iweala on Tuesday at the global fraud conference taking place in Nashville, […]
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“Kenya Isn’t Nigeria Where You Buy Justice” — Cubana Chief Priest’s Alleged Baby Mama Reacts To Suit
Hellen Ati, the Kenyan woman who alleged that Cubana Chief Priest fathered her child, has responded after reports emerged that the Nigerian socialite has filed a lawsuit against her in Kenya. Information Nigeria had previously reported that a Kenyan law firm revealed the filing of the suit by Cubana Chief Priest, whose real name is […]
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Al Nassr Sack Ronaldo’s Coach Pioli, Hakimi Talks Up Ballon d’Or Chances
Cristiano Ronaldo and his Al Nassr teammates are currently without a head coach following the sacking of Stefano Pioli by the Saudi Pro League club. Pioli, who only joined the Riyadh-based side after replacing Luís Castro, was dismissed after a disappointing campaign. His exit marks Al Nassr’s third managerial change since Ronaldo joined the club […]
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INEC receives 110 applications for new parties, begins registration process
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has received letters of intent from 110 associations seeking to be registered as political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. The INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja, during the commission’s quarterly media executive meeting. He said that the commission would, […]
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Popular Actor Dies Of Stomach Cancer
Popular American actor, Joe Marinelli, known for his roles in ‘The Morning Show’, is dead. Naija News learnt that the wife of the actor, Jean Marinelli, confirmed Joe’s passing to the Hollywood Reporter. Joe Marinelli reportedly died last Sunday at age 68 after a long battle with throat and stomach cancer. Mourning the deceased, his […]
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INEC Serves Notice To Political Parties Ahead Of Ekiti 2026 Governorship Election
The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Ekiti State, Bunmi Omoseyindemi, on Wednesday affirmed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)’s dedication to maintaining the utmost levels of transparency and fairness throughout all stages of the 2026 Ekiti governorship election, including the periods before, during, and after the election. Omoseyindemi urged political parties within the state to […]
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PDP reinstates Samuel Anyanwu as national secretary
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has restored Samuel Anyanwu to his position as its national secretary. The acting National Chairman of the PDP, Umar Damagun, announced the decision at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday. The decision comes a day after the party’s leadership met with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the […]
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Edo Gov’t Clears Air On ₦100 Billion Contractor Loan
Governor Monday Okpebholo‘s administration has clearly articulated that although the Edo State House of Assembly has indeed approved a facility amounting to ₦100 billion, the Edo State Government is not securing a loan of ₦100 billion. Instead, the Edo State Government is strategically acting as a guarantor for contractors engaged in essential infrastructural projects throughout […]
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Senate passes Rivers emergency rule N1.48trn budget
The Senate on Wednesday passed the 2025 Rivers State budget, authorising the spending of N1.48 trillion under the emergency administration in the state. The budget was passed during plenary after lawmakers debated its general principles at the Committee of Supply. The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, announced the passage after most senators supported it through voice […]
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Senate Approves ₦1.485 Trillion Rivers 2025 Budget Amid Political Turmoil
The Senate on Wednesday passed the 2025 Appropriation Bill for Rivers State, amounting to ₦1.485 trillion, following its third reading on the floor of the upper chamber. Naija News reports that the passage comes months after President Bola Tinubu submitted the revised budget to the National Assembly in May, following a protracted political crisis that […]
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Senator Neda Imasuen Dumps Labour Party For APC
The lawmaker representing Edo South Senatorial District, Senator Neda Imasuen, has formally defected from the Labour Party (LP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Naija News reports that the announcement was made on Wednesday by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who read the senator’s defection letter during plenary on the floor of the upper chamber. In […]
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Uncertainties As AEDC Confirms Power Outage In FCT
Three communities within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are currently experiencing a fresh power outage. As stated by the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) on Tuesday, this blackout resulted from a technical fault. The areas affected include Utako, certain sections of Jabi, and Wuye, all of which have been plunged into darkness since the occurrence. […]
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Kepa Arrizabalaga Joins Arsenal In Shock £5 Million Move; Moses Simon Signs For Paris FC
In a stunning Premier League transfer twist, Chelsea goalkeeper, Kepa Arrizabalaga has completed a surprise move to Arsenal. The Gunners activated a modest £5 million release clause to sign Kepa, who is expected to serve as a backup to fellow Spaniard David Raya. Kepa, who spent last season on loan at Bournemouth, had long been […]
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Adamawa Govt Denies Targeting Atiku In Chieftaincy Reform
The Adamawa State Government has clarified that the chieftaincy reform barring non-indigenes of emirates and chiefdoms from holding council positions is not targeted at former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Naija News reports that there have been speculations following the circular directing the implementation of the reform. Some see the reform as Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s way […]
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Adamawa governor speaks on new policy affecting Atiku’s Waziri Adamawa title
The Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has spoken on his directive to remove kingmakers and members of traditional councils who are not indigenes of the areas where they hold the positions. PREMIUM TIMES reported that the directive, issued through a circular dated 19 June and signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Department of Chieftaincy […]
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Transfer Updates: Nunez, Elanga, Isak, Rashford, Ndidi, Williams, Others
Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez is eyeing a switch to Serie A giants, Napoli, and Newcastle are stepping up efforts to retain their top talents amid intense interest from elite sides as the summer transfer window heats up. According to Football Italia, Liverpool and Uruguay striker Darwin Nunez, 25, has identified Napoli as his preferred destination should […]
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Judge invites seven legal experts for SSS’ suit against Pat Utomi
Federal High Court judge James Omotosho on Wednesday invited seven legal experts to offer opinions regarding the suit filed by the State Security Service (SSS) against the move to constitute a “shadow cabinet” in the country by Pat Utomi, a political economy professor and former presidential candidate. The list of legal experts, invited by the […]
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PDP Reinstates Anyanwu As National Secretary, Cancels NEC Meeting
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially reinstated Samuel Anyanwu as the National Secretary of the party, putting to rest weeks of internal wrangling and confusion over the party’s leadership structure. The party’s Acting National Chairman, Ambassador Iliya Damagum, made the announcement on Wednesday during a press briefing attended by top party leaders, including Bauchi […]
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NDLEA Arrest 222 Suspects, Seizes 1.09 Million Kg Of Illicit Drugs In Abia
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Abia State Command, has confiscated over one million kilograms of illegal drugs and apprehended 222 individuals over the course of one year. During a briefing with journalists in Aba, held in conjunction with the week-long events to observe the ‘2025 United Nations Day Against Drug Abuse’ scheduled for […]
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It Is A Total Shame
Former governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour  has reacted to the alleged illegal demolition of a company belonging to a younger brother of former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi. Naija News understands that the property was pulled down by the Lagos State Government in the Ikeja area of the state. Obi had […]
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In Support Of General CG Musa, By Bright Okuta
The proposal by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, to construct a security fence along Nigeria’s borders may be one of the most meaningful national security initiatives of our time, if implemented with purpose. For decades, Nigeria’s borders have remained perilously porous, serving as open corridors for terrorists, arms traffickers, and transnational criminals. […]
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