BREAKING: Top PDP Chieftain Dies In Oyo

A former gubernatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, Yekini Adeojo, is dead. Naija News learnt that Adeojo, who hails from the Ido local government area of Ibadan, died in the early hours of Friday. A close source to the family also confirmed the demise to Daily Post. Adeojo reportedly served in … Read more

BREAKING: ‘Your failed security architecture now endemic’ Atiku blasts Tinubu over Plateau killings

A former vice president of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has slammed President Bola Tinubu over the incessant killing of Nigerians by bandits and terrorists across regions of the country. In a post made on X, Atiku described the present security architecture as a failure characterised with wanton killing of citizens. Condemning the recent attack in Plateau … Read more

BREAKING: Otti Orders Probe Into Aba Fire Outbreak

Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has ordered a full-scale investigation into the circumstances surrounding a fire outbreak that destroyed the upper floor of a two-storey building at No. 73 Lagos Street, Off Ngwa Road, Aba, on Tuesday night. The fire destroyed properties worth millions of naira and left families stranded. The governor, who paid … Read more

BREAKING: Court Slams Heavy Restriction On Akpabio, Natasha, Senate, Others

A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued an order preventing parties involved in the lawsuit filed by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and three others from granting press interviews concerning the case. Justice Binta Nyako made the ruling on Friday after Akpabio’s lawyer, Kehinde Ogunwumiju (SAN), complained that the plaintiff … Read more

BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu Urges Lagosians to Limit Travel Amid Independence Bridge Closure

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appealed to residents outside Victoria Island to avoid non-essential travel to the area, following the closure of the Independence Bridge for repairs. The governor made this call on Thursday while addressing reporters on the severe congestion caused by the ongoing maintenance work. Heavy traffic hit Lagos as govt closes … Read more

BREAKING: Umahi Reopens Independence Bridge In Lagos

The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, has officially reopned the Independence Bridge in Lagos State for traffic use. Naija News reports the Minister reopened the bridge on Friday. Speaking to newsmen, Umahi disclosed that work was done throughout the night to restore the bridge. He added that permanent repair work will start in the next … Read more

BREAKING: Independence Bridge in Lagos Reopened

The Federal Government has officially reopened the Independence Bridge located on Victoria Island, Lagos. The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, led the reopening and kept his promise to be the first person to drive across the bridge after it was reopened to the public. The reopening comes two days after Umahi directed that the bridge … Read more

BREAKING: Price Of Refilling Cooking Gas Per Kg In Nigeria

​As of April 4, 2025, the price of cooking gas in Nigeria has seen a significant increase, with reports indicating that a kilogram now sells for approximately ₦1,020. This rise is part of a broader trend, with depot prices reflecting similar hikes. For instance, on April 4, 2025, Genergo Networks reported depot prices of ₦16,900,000 … Read more

BREAKING: Police, Military, Hunters Storm Kidnappers Den, Rescue Foreign National In Taraba

The Taraba State Police Command, in collaboration with the military and hunters, have rescued a foreign national from the den of kidnappers. Naija News understands that Gil Itamar, an Israeli, was abducted by armed criminals in the Atim Community along Takum/Chanchangi road on April 3, 2025. Spokesperson of the command, ASP James Lashen Saminu, who … Read more

BREAKING: Death Toll Rises To 52 In Plateau Attacks, Security Forces Intensify Efforts

The death toll from the recent attacks in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State has risen to 52, local authorities confirmed on Friday. The increase in fatalities follows the discovery of 40 additional bodies on Wednesday and Thursday night, as the search and rescue operations continue. The Chairman of the Bokkos Cultural Development Council … Read more

BREAKING: EFCC Accused of Raiding Aisha Achimugu’s Home, Harassing 80-Year-Old Mother: ‘ Political Witch-hunt’

Abuja, FCT – The Coalition for Accountability and Good Governance has strongly condemned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for declaring prominent businesswoman and philanthropist Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu wanted, describing the move as unjust. At a press briefing in Abuja, the coalition’s spokesman, Comrade Taiwo Adenuga, decried what he called an unlawful invasion of … Read more

[BREAKING] Umahi: Independence Bridge in Lagos Now Reopened Following Major Palliative Work

Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has announced the reopening of the rehabilitated Independence Bridge in Lagos following major palliative works, urging Lagosians to resume use of the bridge from Friday. Speaking to journalists after the reopening of the bridge, the Works Minister said, “We must be very, very grateful and thankful to God Almighty … Read more

BREAKING: 4 Thousand Athletes From 53 Polytechnics Registered

A total of 53 Polytechnics have officially registered to participate in the 22nd edition of the Nigeria Polytechnic Games, set to commence on Saturday, April 5, at the Federal Polytechnic, Offa, Kwara State. The Chairman of the Media and Publicity Committee, Oluwakemi Ogungbamigbe, announced in a press release on Thursday that the Nigeria Polytechnic Games … Read more