The ongoing crisis within the Labour Party (LP) is showing no signs of abating, as both factions embroiled in the leadership tussle have called for separate National Executive Council (NEC) meetings to deliberate on the party’s future following the Supreme Court ruling. While the Julius Abure-led leadership has summoned a NEC meeting for Monday, the … Read more
In a bid to reclaim control of the Labour Party, the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, and the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, have summoned an emergency meeting of the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC). The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 9, 2025, in Abuja, and is expected to set … Read more
Chisom Gbali, the suspended Commissioner for Youth Development in Rivers State, has denied claims of planned protests in Port Harcourt, on Monday, April 7, 2025. In response to reports suggesting unrest, Gbali vehemently dismissed such claims, arguing that the peaceful environment in Rivers is a reflection of unity and resolve. During an interview with ARISE … Read more
The Nigeria Police Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, has faulted the intention of organizers of the April 7 protest. Naija News reports that Adejobi said Take It Back Movement, organizing the protest, may have a different intention from what it told Nigerians. Speaking with Channels TV on Sunday, the Police spokesman stated that the protest … Read more
Chisom Gbali, suspended commissioner for youth development, has alleged that plans are underway for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to extend the state of emergency in Rivers state. Fubara’s commissioner raises alarm Gbali made this revelation when he appeared on Arise TV ‘The Morning Show’ programme aired on Monday, April 7, 2025. Rivers has been embroiled … Read more
Nollywood actor, Sylvester Madu, also known as Shina Rambo, has debunked claims of selling okrika, which popularly refers to second-hand or thrifted clothing. Naija News reports that in 2023, a video of the movie star selling clothes on the floor of a popular market in Enugu State, made the rounds on social media and sparked … Read more
Team Nigeria’s six-man squad is brimming with confidence as they head to the 2025 World Junior, and Cadet Fencing Championships in Wuxi, China, from April 7 to 15. The squad comprises four boys, and two girls, led by 17-year-old Inkosi Brou, the country’s highest-ranked fencer. Brou, the grandson of the former DG of NAFDAC, is … Read more
Minister of Youth, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, has urged the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) management to revise its program to ensure that corps members receive adequate rest during their 21-day orientation camp. Naija News reports that Olawande made this appeal during the 2025 annual management conference titled ‘Transforming the NYSC Scheme to Address the Needs … Read more
Brigadier General Ismaila Abdullahi (retd.) has revealed that the release of retired Brigadier General Maharazu Tsiga (retd.), who was kidnapped from his Katsina State home on February 5, 2025, was made possible by the generous financial contributions from both retired and serving military officers, as well as civilians from various sectors of society. In a … Read more
The Take-It-Back protest movement suffered a significant setback on Monday when police blocked protesters from gaining access to the Lagos State House of Assembly. The protesters, who had taken to the streets of Lagos to voice their concerns about the Cybercrime Act, economic hardship, and illegal demolitions in the state, were prevented from entering the … Read more
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Federal Government has reiterated its support for the right of citizens, especially young people, to protest, acknowledging the importance of free expression and addressing grievances. However, the government has issued a strong warning against any form of destruction of national infrastructure during protests, emphasizing the need for peaceful demonstrations. Naija News … Read more
The Yobe State coordinator of the Take-It-Back Movement (TIB), Abubakar Jawa, and a social media influencer, known as Flag Boy, have been reportedly arrested by police in Yobe State and Abuja respectively. Naija News reports that Jawa and Flag Boy were reportedly arrested while participating in a protest against the Cybercrime Act, organized by TIB … Read more
On Sunday, April 6, at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan, Ikorodu City FC held Shooting Stars SC (3SC) to a goalless draw—an impressive result on paper, but one that sparked chaos off it. Moments after the final whistle, Ikorodu City players and officials found themselves locked inside the dressing room, surrounded by furious home … Read more
Two Nigerian nationals and a Texan were sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a multi-million dollar tax refund fraud scheme that exploited stolen identities and laundered proceeds through U.S. and foreign banks. Imafedia Adevokhai, 47, received 46 months, while Osazuwa Peter Okunoghae, 46, faced the harshest penalty with 78 months. Michael Martin, 52, … Read more
A farmer has been arrested in connection with the poisoning of 20 cows in Agatu Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State, sparking outrage and condemnation. Poisoning incident and arrests The arrest follows an investigation into the poisoning of the cattle, which led to the death of 13 cows, while seven others were treated by … Read more
Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has condemned herdsmen attacks in Bokkos local government area of Plateau State. Naija News reported that herdsmen, last Wednesday, attacked five communities in Bokkos, leading to the death of at least 52 persons; residents of the communities were also displaced. The former Senate President said the gruesome killing of women … Read more
Southampton Football Club have parted ways with manager Ivan Juric following the team’s relegation from the Premier League, as confirmed by the club on Monday, April 9. The journey to stay in the top flight faced significant challenges, culminating in a 3-1 defeat to Tottenham, which sealed Southampton’s fate as they recorded relegation in record … Read more
The crisis in Rivers State appears far from over as Chisom Gbali, the Commissioner for Youth under the suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has alleged that there are deliberate efforts to extend the emergency rule in the state. Speaking in an interview on AriseTV, Gbali accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, … Read more
The General Officer Commanding 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Ibikunle Ajose, has attributed the operational success recorded by troops to their physical and mental fitness. The GOC made this known during the opening ceremony of the 2025 8 Division Inter-Formation Corporal and Below Competition, held at the 26 Battalion Parade Ground in … Read more
Dr Tope Fasua, the Special Adviser on Economic Affairs to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has defended the value of the naira locally despite its weakness against the dollar. He noted that $1, equivalent to over N1,500, can still buy a meal in Nigeria. Fasua, spoke when he appeared as a guest on the Mic On … Read more