Galatasaray are gearing up to break their club’s transfer record in an attempt to sign Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen on a permanent transfer. Victor Osimhen, who joined the Turkish giants on loan from Napoli after a potential move to Chelsea fell through, has made a significant impact since his arrival, scoring 28 goals and providing … Read more
Alhaji Bashiru Lamidi Apapa has defended his recent move to take over as Acting National Chairman of the Labour Party, saying his actions are backed by the law—and that he never went into hiding. Recall that Apapa at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, said a Supreme Court ruling delivered on April 4, 2025, … Read more
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), in partnership with the Abia State Government, has commenced 1,000 free cataract extraction surgeries in Umuahia and Aba, targeting visually impaired persons in the state. Speaking during the official flag-off of the medical outreach held in Umuahia. Managing Director of the NNPC Foundation, Mrs. Emmanuella Arukwe, said cataract, … Read more
Massachusetts, United States – 34-year-old Charles Uchenna Nwadavid has been arrested for allegedly stealing more than $2.5 million from six romance scam victims in the United States. The Abuja-based man reportedly transferred their money to cryptocurrency accounts that he controlled. The Nigerian national was arrested on April 7, 2025, after arriving on a flight from … Read more
The presidency has acknowledged errors in an earlier released list said to be a compilation of appointments made by President Bola Tinubu since assuming office in 2023. The previous list was released on Wednesday night by the Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare. Naija News reports that Dare was … Read more
The United States Government, through the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Senate, recently bestowed distinguished honours on Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka and renowned African art icon Chief Nike Okundaye. The ceremony took place at the unveiling of the African Cultural Festival 2025, held at the Pennsylvania State Capitol. Wole Soyinka receives ‘distinguished honors’ for contributions … Read more
Nobel Prize winner, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has expressed his sorrow regarding the current situation in the United States under the leadership of President Donald Trump. It could be recalled that Soyinka stated in 2016 that he would renounce his green card if Trump were elected. In a recent interview, Soyinka described the current situation in … Read more
Gunmen have demanded a ransom of N100 million for the release of Pastor Samson Ndah Ali, a 30-year-old cleric with the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), who was abducted in Maraba Aboro, Sanga LGA of Kaduna state. Ali was kidnapped from his residence around 1 a.m. on Monday by suspected bandits who reportedly stormed his … Read more
Jake Epelle, a prominent human rights activist and Executive Director of TAF Africa, has strongly condemned the recent appointment of administrators in the 23 local government areas of Rivers State, calling the move unconstitutional and an affront to the nation’s democratic principles. The appointments were made by Administrator Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (rtd), raising eyebrows … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reacted to public outcry over its proposed changes to ward boundaries in the Warri Federal Constituency, Delta State. Protests broke out on Wednesday at the Ogidigben Flow Station in Warri South Local Government Area, where angry members of the Ugborodo community staged a demonstration. The protesters, mainly of … Read more
A commuter heading to Abuja shared the harrowing experience of being stranded deep in a forest in Kogi State after his train broke down, forcing him and fellow passengers to embark on a grueling trek through unfamiliar and dangerous terrain. The traveller, Marxist activist Kola Edokpayi, took to social media to recount the ordeal. After … Read more
Apapa, Lagos state – Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, has appealed to the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to “always operate within the law and the rules”. Legit.ng recalls that a teenager Alabi Quadri was the centre of attention during the 2023 election campaign when he stood … Read more
A faction of the Labour Party (LP) has described the National Executive Committee (NEC) convened by the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi and the Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, as illegal. In a statement by its National Secretary, Umar Farouk Ibrahim, the Party claimed that Obi and Otti are trying to hijack the … Read more
Literary legend, Wole Soyinka has expressed his sadness over the outcome of the administration of the 47th President of the United States of America, Donald Trump. In an interview with Laura Collins-Hughes which was published in the New York Times, Soyinka said what is happening in the US currently should not be happening in such … Read more
Illushi, Edo state – Residents of Iyamu Village in Illushi, Esan South East Local Government Area of Edo State, are reeling from shock following the tragic death of a 14-year-old boy, Okonkwo Obinna Emmanuel. The teenager died after a supposed “bulletproof” charm ritual went horribly wrong. The incident, which occurred on April 2, 2025, was … Read more
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it has yet to decide on the delineation of wards in Warri Federal Constituency. Naija News reports that INEC said it allowed stakeholders in Warri Federal Constituency to raise concerns they might have to ensure an amicable agreement. In a statement, on Thursday, by its National … Read more
Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has, on Wednesday, stormed the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters (FHQ) in Abuja, and called for the immediate removal of Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun. Sowore, who led a group of protesters accused Egbetokun of illegally occupying the office following his mandatory retirement in September 2024. Carrying large banners … Read more
The spouse of former Senate Chief Whip Senator Rowland Owie, Helen Owie, has reportedly passed away. A statement released on Wednesday, April 9, and personally signed by her husband revealed that Helen was 71 years old at the time of her death. The statement further noted that she died peacefully in Abuja on Wednesday following … Read more
Benin, Edo state – Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has officially launched a grassroots campaign in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reelection in 2027, while rejecting the prospects of rival candidates such as Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi. Massive mobilisation underway Governor Okpebholo made the announcement on Wednesday in Benin City, during a ceremony … Read more
The Nigeria Customs Service has successfully intercepted a significant shipment of illegal drugs valued at ₦18 million from suspected smugglers at the Mfum Border in Cross River State. Naija News understands that the operation was executed by the Cross River/Calabar Free Trade Zone and Akwa Ibom Area Command of the NCS, resulting in the confiscation … Read more