The Senior Pastor of the Potter’s House in Dallas, Texas, T.D. Jakes, has recounted the experience of a life-threatening medical emergency he suffered last year during a church service. Naija News reports that the 67-year-old was preaching in his church last November when he suddenly paused onstage and started shaking after lowering the microphone. The … Read more
Promoter Eddie Hearn has announced that Anthony Joshua is entering the final chapter of his distinguished boxing career, with plans for one to three potential fights before officially retiring from heavyweight boxing. In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports, Hearn shared insights into Anthony Joshua’s thoughtful approach to the conclusion of his career, considering high-profile … Read more
The move by the House of Representatives to strip the Vice President, governors, and their deputies of their immunity while sparing the president has stirred debates among stakeholders, who have criticized the logic behind the proposed legislation. Political scientists, civil rights activists, and politicians have all weighed in on the matter, arguing that since the … Read more
Nigeria’s biggest telecommunications companies, the MTN Group and Airtel Africa, on Wednesday struck a deal to share mobile phone network infrastructure in Nigeria and Uganda, a major breakthrough in the companies’ aim to enhance internet penetration and lower costs. The firms said that the deal will see them save on investments while still increasing service … Read more
Oil marketers under the aegis of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association Nigeria has commended the Federal Government and the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited for reportedly running the revamped Port Harcourt refinery for 180 days non-stop. a statement by its Publicity Secretary, Joseph Obele, PETROAN commended Tecnimont Nigeria Limited “for … Read more
The Acting Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Robinson Ewor, has dismissed reports of oil pipeline bombings in the state. Naija News reports that Ewor said President Bola Tinubu was deceived into declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State In an interview with Arise News on Wednesday, Ewor said what … Read more
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) on Wednesday said that despite the threat to begin sale of petroleum products in dollars, the Dangote refinery had yet to commence transactions in foreign currencies. President of PETROAN, Billy Gillis-Harry, who spoke on Arise Television, noted that his members were still buying products in … Read more
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has emphasized the importance of not pressuring the country’s icon, Lionel Messi regarding his participation in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following a strong 4-1 victory against Brazil, the world champions have officially secured their spot in next year’s tournament. This has led to widespread speculation among fans about … Read more
Nigeria’s Money Supply (M2) saw a year-on-year increase of 17.3 per cent, reaching ₦110.3 trillion in February 2025, up from ₦93.97 trillion during the same month in 2024. This information was provided by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in its recently released Money and Credit Statistics. Naija News reports that the report also indicated … Read more
The former governor of Ondo State, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, on Wednesday said it was a disservice to the nation for military officers to acquire so much training, battlefield exposure and equipment mastery in diverse operations, only for them to be retired when they have so much to offer the upcoming generation. Mimiko also called for … Read more
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has vehemently distanced himself from AI-generated videos circulating online that falsely depict him endorsing certain drugs and scholarships. In a statement shared on his personal 𝕏 account, Adeboye warned the public about deceptive content from platforms such as “Africa Health … Read more
Some bandits have reportedly launched an attack on Kuruta village, close to Kasangwai community in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The bandits were said to have kidnapped eight farmers and four other people from the community. The leader of the community while confirming the incident said the bandits invaded the village at about … Read more
With a few taps on his phone, Dandam Nangor knows exactly what temperature his greenhouse is at, when to water his crops and even the pH of the soil. Backed by artificial intelligence, it’s all designed to make growing his peppers easier — and perhaps usher in a sort of agriculture 2.0 in Nigeria, where … Read more
Suspected gunmen who kidnapped the Parish Priest of Holy Family Catholic Church, Izombe, Imo State, Rev. Fr. John Ubaechu, have demanded a ₦20 million ransom for his release. According to reports, the kidnappers initially demanded ₦50 million but later reduced the ransom to ₦20 million. Naija News recalls that Ubaechu was kidnapped on Sunday along … Read more
Plans are underway to replace Professor Mahmood Yakubu as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. Yakubu, who has served two terms, will complete his tenure in November. Investigations reveal that while President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is yet to be fully involved in the selection process, key … Read more
Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has expressed concerns over Nigeria’s democratic status, citing widespread disregard for the rule of law by the country’s leaders and institutions. Speaking on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the Law Faculty of Niger Delta University (NDU), led by Vice Chancellor Prof. Allen Agih, at … Read more
“Stop Hiring Humans” read a provocative sign at an AI conference in Las Vegas, where the impact of new artificial intelligence models on the world of work had sparked some unease. “We’re not worried about tiptoeing around. We’re sparking the conversation,” said Fahad Alam of Artisan, a startup, at the HumanX AI event. The San … Read more
A plunge in automakers hit Asia equities Thursday after Donald Trump announced painful tariffs on all imported vehicles and parts as he presses hardball trade policies many fear will spark a recession. Indications that levies lined up for the president’s “Liberation Day” on April 2 would be less severe than feared had given investors a … Read more
The Country Director, British Council, Donna McGowan, on Wednesday called on all stakeholders in the private and public sectors to actively engage in implementing recommendations that will bridge the finance gap towards empowering women-owned enterprises in Nigeria. McGowan made this call, at a summit in Lagos, themed, “Collaborative Action for Enhancing Access to Finance for … Read more
The Deputy Senate Chief Whip, Onyekachi Nwaebonyi, has dismissed the claims of sexual harassment made by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, arguing that she is not among Nigeria’s most beautiful women to warrant such accusations. Speaking in an interview with News Central TV on Wednesday, Nwaebonyi accused Akpoti-Uduaghan of having a history of making false allegations … Read more