The Gates Foundation has announced a $1.6 billion commitment to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, over the next five years to help deliver lifesaving vaccines to children in the world’s most vulnerable communities. This was disclosed on the foundation’s website on Tuesday.The announcement comes amid deep cuts to global aid budgets, which threaten to reverse decades […]

Following her recent divorce from Nigerian businessman Simon Guobadia, Porsha Williams, the Real Housewives of Atlanta star, has said that she can now put the issue to rest. On 10 June, Mr Guobadia was released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention and deported to Nigeria. Days later, he lost a prenup case as a […]

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has suspended its National Chairperson, Shehu Gabam, over allegations of gross financial misconduct and diversion of funds. The party also suspended its National Auditor, Nnadi Clarkson, and National Youth Leader, Chukwuma Uchechukwu, over the same offence. SDP spokesperson, Rufus Aiyenigba, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, according to Vanguard […]

The National Committee for the Oversight and Financial Management of Clubs (DNCG) has announced on Tuesday, June 24, the relegation of Olympique Lyon to Ligue 2 following a final review of the club’s financial records. The decision comes after months of financial instability at Lyon, which has struggled under the weight of €175 million in […]

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised alarm over the global death toll linked to tobacco use, warning that more than seven million people die each year from tobacco-related causes. This was disclosed in its newly released Global Tobacco Epidemic 2025 report, presented at the World Conference on Tobacco Control in Dublin. While the report […]

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has arrested six persons and sealed several shops in Sabon Gari, Kano, over the illegal sale of skin-bleaching creams. The Kano State Coordinator of NAFDAC, Mr Kasim Ibrahim, disclosed this during a press briefing on Tuesday in Kano. He said the operation followed public […]

Niger South Senator, Jiya Ndalikali, has said the recent devastating flood in Mokwa town in the state, led to the deaths of entire families, with some losing up to 18 members each. Mr Ndalikali, a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), disclosed this while speaking to journalists in Abuja on Tuesday after plenary. […]

Katsina State Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has strengthened the ‘Building Your Future’, administration’s partnership with China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC). The strategic discussions took place during a high-level site meeting between Governor Radda and CCECC Managing Director, Cheng Sichang in Macao, China, where the Governor attended the 16th International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum […]

Two members of the House of Representatives have defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The defectors are Peter Akpanke, who represents Obanliku/Obudu/Bekwara federal constituency of Cross River State, and Paul Nnamchi, representing Enugu East/Isi-Uzo federal constituency in Enugu State. Mr Akpanke left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), while Mr Nnamchi dumped the Labour […]

Stakeholders drawn from the transportation sector and law enforcement agencies have canvassed the need for collaborative approach, increased safety education as well as standardized regulations to address security challenges arising from ride-hailing services in Nigeria. In his welcome address at the inDrive Safety Education Summit 2.0 held on Friday, 20 June, 2025, the Country Representative, […]

A Kenyan woman, Hellen Mutimu, has publicly defied a court order sought by Nigerian nightlife figure Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, over an ongoing paternity dispute. Although she publicly identifies as Hellen Mutimi, the court documents show she is addressed as Linda Otieno alias Hellen. The order, filed at a magistrate court […]

The national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on Tuesday, met with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the lingering crisis in the position of its national secretary. The meeting at the INEC headquarters in Abuja, which started at 2.30 p.m., later went into a closed-door session immediately after the opening ceremony. The […]

The Lagos State Government has released a diversion plan ahead of the repair of the Ogudu/Ifako Bridge which will take 110 days. The state Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, said this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos. Mr Osiyemi said that the repair earlier postponed would begin from June 28 and end on 15 […]

The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has opened up about the reason why a merger was formed to remove Goodluck Jonathan from power in 2015. Recall that during Jonathan’s time in power, political parties merged to form what is today known as the All Progressives Congress (APC). El-Rufai was one of the […]

Notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji, has reportedly carried out a deadly ambush near Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State, leaving no fewer than 44 security operatives dead, including 40 members of the Joint Task Force (JTF) and four Nigerian soldiers. Naija News reports that the attack, which occurred earlier this week, is one of […]

The Department of State Services (DSS) on Tuesday arraigned the embattled President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Atiku Abubakar Isah, before a Magistrate Court sitting in Zone 6, Abuja. Isah, who arrived in court dressed in all black, was charged with inciting public disturbance and impersonating a public officer, following weeks of […]

Paris Saint-Germain defender, Achraf Hakimi, has issued a friendly but firm warning to former teammate, Lionel Messi ahead of their highly anticipated clash in the Round of 16 at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Hakimi, who shared the PSG dressing room with Messi before the Argentine’s move to Inter Miami, acknowledged the fond memories […]

An Inspector of the Nigeria Police Force, Yakubu Dauda, has been reportedly killed and his firearm confiscated by gunmen in a recent attack in Chwelnyap Rim, a community located within the Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. During a visit by the fact-finding committee established by Governor Caleb Mutfwang to examine the underlying causes […]

Former President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide, Udengs Eradiri, has urged the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, to drop his 2027 presidential ambition in the interest of national unity and political stability. Naija News reports that Eradiri, in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, said, […]

The Nigerian Police have arrested 28 persons suspected to be masterminds of the killings in Yelwata community, Benue State. Naija News recalls that gunmen, suspected to be herders, had on June 14, 2025, attacked the Yelwata community in the Guma Local Government Area of Benue state, leaving many dead and thousands of others displaced. The […]

Nigerian music legend, Daddy Showkey, has revealed how Fuji musician, Alabi Pasuma, helped him during a difficult period. The singer revealed during his recent live performance at a celebrity event that Pasuma fed his family for three years. He made the revelation when the Fuji Legend joined him on stage. Daddy Showkey explained that Pasuma […]

The Obidient Movement has suspended its call for public donations for the nationwide birthday rally of former presidential candidate, Peter Obi. The decision comes in response to widespread public backlash over the fundraising effort, which was intended to support celebrations marking Obi’s 64th birthday. Naija News reports that the Movement had on Monday said four […]

Top leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are in a closed-door meeting with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. Naija News reports that the meeting, which is currently holding today (Tuesday), follows INEC’s recent rejection of the party’s notification for its upcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. The […]

The crisis rocking the Social Democratic Party (SDP) took a new turn on Tuesday as the Forum of State Chairmen declared full support for the suspension of the party’s National Chairman, Shehu Musa Gabam, by the National Working Committee (NWC). Naija News reports that the Forum also threw its weight behind the appointment of Dr. […]

Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, has dissociated himself from the calls made by the Northern Nigeria Progressive Youth Assembly (NNPYA), urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to choose him as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election. Speaking in a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, […]

Manchester United have congratulated Portuguese defender, Diogo Dalot after he tied the knot with long-time partner, Claudia Lopes, in a lavish ceremony in Portugal. The Red Devils posted on 𝕏 earlier today: “Congratulations to @DalotDiogo and his wife, Claudia!” The 26-year-old full-back, who has been a key figure at United in recent seasons, exchanged vows […]

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has stated that the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), a group seeking recognition as a political party, has not fulfilled the necessary conditions for registration. This was disclosed by INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, during an interactive session with journalists in Abuja. Olumekun […]

The lawmaker representing the Bauchi Central Senatorial District, Abdul Ahmed Ningi, has demanded an investigation into reports that the federal government owes contractors for projects completed since 2024. Sharing his concerns during Tuesday’s plenary, Ningi urged the upper legislative chamber to urgently mandate the committee on appropriation to find out why the payments were not […]

Twenty-four out of twenty-six lawmakers of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Naija News reports that the defection was announced during plenary on Tuesday by the Speaker of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly, Udeme Otong. Otong confirmed that […]

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed a meeting with the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as part of addressing some issues within the party, which concern the electoral body. INEC in a statement on Tuesday via its official Facebook account, said it received a high-powered delegation from the Peoples Democratic Party […]

Reality TV personality and influencer, Tacha Akide, has triggered reactions on social media following her comments on the economic realities faced by Nigerians living in the United Kingdom. Now based in the UK, the former BBNaija star shared her thoughts in a video that surfaced on YouTube on Tuesday, challenging the common belief that Nigerians […]

The summer transfer window is heating up, and Nigerian stars are at the heart of the action. From uncertain futures to big-money moves and rising interest from top European clubs, here’s your latest transfer news roundup: Nigerian midfielder Frank Onyeka is unsure where he will play next season after completing a season-long loan at Bundesliga […]

Two members of the House of Representatives, Peter Akpanke and Paul Nnamchi, have switched their allegiance to the All Progressives Congress. Akpanke, who serves the Obanliku/Obudu/Bekwara federal constituency in Cross River State, was elected under the banner of the Peoples Democratic Party, whereas Nnamchi, representing the Enugu East/Isi-Uzo federal constituency in Enugu State, previously belonged […]

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) is set to arraign MultiChoice Nigeria Limited, along with its Chief Executive Officer, John Ugbe, and other company executives, for obstructing its investigation and failing to adhere to lawful summons. Naija News reports that this information is derived from a charge sheet designated FHC/ABJ/CR/197/2025, submitted by the […]

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has called upon the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to resolve the ambiguity surrounding its National Secretary position. Yakubu made this appeal during a private meeting with the National Working Committee (NWC) and party stakeholders in Abuja on Tuesday. According to the INEC Chairman, […]

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has indicated that affluent individuals residing in Abuja constitute the most significant challenge regarding voluntary tax compliance in the FCT. Naija News reports that Wike made this remark during the inauguration of the newly built Collector Road CN2 (Zakari A. Kyari Street) in Abuja, an […]