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Fubara Meets Wike Again In Abuja Amid Lingering Rivers Political Crisis
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reportedly paid a visit to the Minister of the…
AON Slams Oshiomhole Over Lagos Airport Incident, Demands Probe
The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) on Friday expressed strong disapproval over the behaviour of former…
2027: PDP Is Getting Ridiculous, It Will Get Beaten Thoroughly And Carried Out On A Stretcher
A policy analyst and public affairs commentator, Professor Okey Ikechukwu, has submitted that the Peoples Democratic…
‘You Should Wear Badge Of Betrayal, Not National Honor’ – Atiku’s Aide Knocks Onanuga
Special Assistant to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Public Communication, Frank Shaibu, has criticised the…
Nigerian Newspapers Daily Front Pages Review | Friday, 13th June, 2025
Naija News looks at the top happenings making headlines on the front pages of Nigeria’s national…
Israel Launches Massive Strikes On Iran, Targets Nuclear Sites, Military Leaders
Israel on Friday launched a sweeping military operation against Iran, targeting nuclear facilities, ballistic missile factories,…
Benue Attacks: ‘Stop The Blame Games’ – NASS Members Blasts Gov Alia
The Benue State National Assembly Caucus has berated Governor Hyacinth Alia over allegation that members of…
‘Election Was Terrible By The Time We Came To INEC’ – Jega
Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Attahiru Jega, has defended the continued involvement…
Tinubu Bypasses Senate Opposition To Recognise Ex-NEC Chairman, Humphrey Nwosu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Thursday, posthumously conferred the Commander of the Order of the Niger…
U.S. Senator Alex Padilla Dragged Out Of Trump Official’s Press Conference
Tensions surrounding the Donald Trump administration’s controversial immigration crackdown erupted on Thursday when U.S. Senator Alex…
Ondo: Gov Aiyedatiwa Nominates 12 New Commissioners
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has forwarded the names of 12 new commissioner nominees to the…
Babangida’s Public Admission That MKO Won The Election Brings Us Peace – Abiola’s Son
Lekan Abiola, one of the sons of the late Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola, has disclosed…
Nigerians Must Keep Fighting To Reclaim Their Freedom – Pat Utomi
Political economist Pat Utomi has stated that the dreams of those who fought for democracy remain largely…
‘Tinubu Will Be Ashamed Of Himself If He Knows About The Realities Of Ordinary Nigerians’ – Bugaje
Former senator who represented the Jibia/Kaita Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Usman Bugaje, has claimed…
‘A Kleptomaniac Stopped Nigeria From Tapping Into International Economic Boom’ – MKO Abiola’s Son
Senior Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Linguistics and Foreign Affairs, Jamiu Abiola, has said Nigeria…
‘I Told My Father To Help Me Apologize To Him, I Am Wise Now’ – Bello El-Rufai Regrets Criticizing Jonathan
The lawmaker representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Bello El-Ruafi, has expressed…
Nigeria Only Has Semi-democracy For Now – Fayemi
A former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has submitted that Nigeria can not be said…
Tinubu Fulfilling MKO Abiola’s Vision, Mandate – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has remarked that decades following the June 12 debacle, providence has handed…
Democracy Day: Senator Dickson Condemns Tinubu For Failing To Address Rivers Crisis
The lawmaker representing Bayelsa West, Senator Seriake Dickson, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for failing…
‘A National Threat’ – NEF Accuses Tinubu Of Marginalizing North In Infrastructure Allocation
The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has accused the Federal Government, led by President Bola Tinubu, of…
Okpebholo Celebrates Democracy Day, Highlights Achievements In Security, Development
The Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, has announced that he has flushed kidnappers out of…
‘We Regret This Oversight’ – Presidency Apologizes for Posthumous Honours Error
The Presidency has apologised for mistakenly including the name of the Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti,…
Peter Obi Slams Tinubu, Says Nigeria’s Democracy Is A Farce
The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has lamented that Nigeria’s current state falls…
June 12: Tinubu Fails To Reinstate Fubara As Rivers State Governor, End Emergency Rule
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has failed to announce the reinstatement of Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the…
25 Takeaways From Tinubu’s Democracy Day Address
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday addressed a joint session of the National Assembly to commemorate Democracy…
Osinbajo Raises Alarm Over Fake AI-Generated Endorsement Videos
The office of former Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has raised an alarm over the circulation of…
Sowunmi Slams Peter Obi, Accuses Him Of Globe Trotting To Indonesia
A Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Sowunmi, has launched a fresh attack on…
NASS Okays June 12 As Presidential Day Of Address
The National Assembly has confirmed June 12 as the day for the President of Nigeria to…
NASS Okays June 12 As Presidential Day Of Address
The National Assembly has confirmed June 12 as the day for the President of Nigeria to…
Olu Falae Defends SAP, Blames Shagari-Era Debt For 1986 Economic Crisis
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and Minister of Finance, HRM Oluyemi Falae (CFR),…
Abacha Did Not Steal Money, He Kept It In National Account To Support Nigeria – Al Mustapha
Hamza Al-Mustapha, former Chief Security Officer to late military Head of State, General Sani Abacha, has…
‘Dele Momodu’s Mental Case Appears To Have Graduated, Needs Urgent Deliverance, Rehabilitation’ – Wike’s Aide
Senior Special Assistant, Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory…
Tinubu Grants Ken Saro-Wiwa, Others National Pardon
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has granted full pardon on Ken Saro Wiwa (CON), the leader of…
Tinubu Confers National Honour On Yar’Adua, Kudirat Abiola, Soyinka, Saro-Wiwa, Shehu Sani, Falana, Others [Full List]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred national honours on distinguished Nigerians who fought for Nigeria’s democracy.…
Tinubu Speaks On One-Party State Agenda
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has denied claims that his administration is attempting to turn Nigeria into…
Full Text: Tinubu’s Democracy Day Address At The National Assembly
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has addressed Nigerians at the National Assembly to mark the June 12…
June 12: APC Has Turned A Hard-Fought Democracy Into Monarchy – Rhodes-Vivour
The Labour Party’s 2023 Governorship Candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has criticised the ruling All…
Tinubu Hails Buhari For Recognising June 12
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday praised former President Muhammadu Buhari for officially recognising June 12…
Akpabio Hails Tinubu’s Democratic Strides, Says Nigeria Rising From Decay
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as the…
June 12 Democracy Day: Is This The Democracy Abiola Died For?
As Nigeria marks another Democracy Day on June 12, I join millions of citizens in commemorating…
I Defeated Obasanjo In The 1999 Election But Military Denied Me The Victory – Olu Falae
A former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Chief Olu Falae, has claimed that he…
List Of Dignitaries In Attendance As Tinubu Addresses N’Assembly
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday arrived at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja, where he addressed…
Tinubu Arrives National Assembly To Mark Democracy Day
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived the National Assembly to mark the June 12 Democracy. Naija…
Tinubu Arrives National Assembly To Mark Democracy Day
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived the National Assembly to mark the June 12 Democracy. Naija…
Democracy Day: Tinubu’s Govt Hypocritical, Playing Politics While Nigerians Suffer – Obi
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has taken a swipe at President Bola…
Why Gov Umo Eno’s Defection To APC Is Illegal – Fredfish
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State, Tom Fredfish, has condemned Governor…
Dangote Bows Out As Dangote Sugar Chairman After 20 Years
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, is stepping down as Chairman of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, bringing…
Journalists Barred From Covering Tinubu’s Speech At National Assembly
Dozens of accredited journalists were on Thursday barred from covering President Bola Tinubu’s Democracy Day address…
‘Attempted Lawyer Who Ran Away From Labour Party’ – Gov Eno Knocks Kenneth Okonkwo
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has responded to Nollywood actor cum politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, after he…
Ibas Hints At Return Of Fubara As Rivers Governor
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas has disclosed that the ₦1.48 trillion 2025 Rivers…
June 12: Nigeria Not Where It Should Be – Gov Bago
The Governor of Niger State, Umaru Bago, has expressed his concern that, despite Nigeria’s continuous democratic…
June 12: Democracy Day A Powerful Reminder Of Sacrifices Made By Patriotic Nigerians – Okpebholo
The Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has urged all Edo residents and Nigerians to…
June 12: Democracy Day A Powerful Reminder Of Sacrifices Made By Patriotic Nigerians – Okpebholo
The Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has urged all Edo residents and Nigerians to…
June 12: Nigeria’s Democracy Still A Work In Progress — Afenifere
The Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has described Nigeria’s democracy as “a work in progress,” even as…
Tinubu’s Camp Already Scared Of Coalition – Atiku’s Aide
Paul Ibe, a media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has claimed that the camp…
Tight Security As Tinubu Addresses Joint N’Assembly Session Today
A heavy security cordon was thrown around the National Assembly complex in Abuja on Thursday morning…
June 12 Ideals Fading Fast, Democracy In Decline — ACF
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has expressed deep concern over what it describes as the continuous…
June 12: Five Key Things To Know About Nigeria’s Most Historic Election
For millions of Nigerians, June 12, 1993, remains etched in memory as the day democracy was…
Democracy Day: Suspended Rivers’ Gov, Fubura Reiterates Commitment To Rule Of Law, Transparency
The suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has reiterated his unwavering commitment to upholding the…
Peter Obi Is The Only Governor Who Increased Poverty In Anambra In Last 26 Years – Reno Omokri
An erstwhile aide to former President Goodluck Jonathan, Reno Omokri, has claimed that former Anambra governor…
June 12: ‘Thugs, Tropical Gangsters Masquerading As Politicians’ – Utomi
Former Presidential candidate, Pat Utomi, has described Nigerian politicians as thugs and tropical gangsters, urging Nigerians…
Tension As Take It Back Movement Storms National Assembly, 19 Cities
A showdown looms in Abuja and across the country today as the Take It Back Movement…
Tension As Take It Back Movement Storms National Assembly, 19 Cities
A showdown looms in Abuja and across the country today as the Take It Back Movement…
‘You’re A Blatant Liar, Provide Evidence’ – Again, Air Peace Tackles Oshiomhole
Nigeria’s leading airline, Air Peace, has responded strongly to allegations made by Senator Adams Oshiomhole, challenging…
‘How I Was Smuggled Out Of Abuja In An Ambulance To Escape Abacha’s Men’
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has recounted the dramatic escape that led to his exile in the…
‘Others Have No Skills Or Charisma’ – Joe Igbokwe Identifies Two ‘Real Men’ In Coalition To Unseat Tinubu
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Joe Igbokwe, has acknowledged the presence of only…
How Can I Be Afraid Of Peter Obi? – Reno Omokri
Former Presidential aide cum Social commentator, Reno Omokri, has said he is not afraid of the…
Sowunmi: Don’t Bite The Hand That Fed You’ – Atiku’s Spokesman, Paul Ibe
The media adviser to former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, has stated that former Presidential…
NEC Meeting: Nobody Owns The PDP No Matter Who The Heck You Are – Bode George Sends Warning To Wike
Elder statesman and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Bode George has warned the Minister of the Federal…
‘My Job Is To Make Sure I Give Tinubu’s Critics High Blood Pressure’ – Wike
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has vowed to ensure that President Bola…
Why Tinubu Should Reject Renaming Of ICC With His Name – APC Chieftain, Shehu Sani
The lawmaker who represented Kaduna Central in the 8th National Assembly, Senator Shehu Sani, has kicked…
June 12: Presidency Confirms Cancellation Of Tinubu’s Nationwide Broadcast
The Presidency has confirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not be addressing Nigerians via a…
Civil Service To Transition To Paperless System By December – FG Announces
The Federal Government declared on Wednesday that the Nigerian Civil Service will transition to a completely…
SEC Issues Fresh Public Notice On CBEX Operation In Nigeria
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced that the Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX), functioning under…
‘If You Can Forgive Sanwo-Olu, Extend Same Gesture To Fubara’ – Bode George Urges Tinubu
Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George, has appealed to President…
Why I’m Working With Coalition To Remove Tinubu – Amaechi Reveals, Hints At Future Presidential Ambition
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has submitted that the administration of President Bola Tinubu has…
{Breaking} June 12: President Tinubu Cancels National Broadcast
President Bola Tinubu has cancelled the June 12 national broadcast earlier scheduled as part of activities…
‘This Can’t Continue’ – Oshiomhole Narrates What Caused Clash With Air Peace Officials
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has criticised domestic airline Air Peace for allegedly barring checked-in passengers from boarding…
Al-Qaeda Leader Calls For Trump, VP Vance, Elon Musk, Others’ Assassination
A top commander of al-Qa’ida in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), Sa’ad bin Atef al-Awlaki, has issued…
Senator Katung Denies Wife’s Involvement In UK Money Laundering Case
The lawmaker representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, has dismissed as “false and…
Oshiomhole: ‘We Maintain Zero-tolerance Stance On Violence’ – Air Peace Condemns Terminal Disruption
The management of Air Peace has condemned what it described as the “unruly and disruptive conduct”…
We Have Damaged Democracy, Nigeria Now Led By Civilian Dictators – Dele Momodu
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Dele Momodu, has condemned the leaders of…
2027: ‘Coalition To Remove You Has Been Killed’ – Wike Tells Tinubu
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has asserted that the coalition to remove…
Police Smash Cybercrime Syndicate Hijacking WhatsApp Accounts Of VIPs
The Nigeria Police Force has busted a high-level cybercrime syndicate behind the hijacking of several WhatsApp…
Rivers Sole Administrator, Ibas Presents ₦1.48 Trillion Budget To Reps
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibokette Ibas, on Tuesday laid before the House of Representatives…
We Will Welcome Wike To APC – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has declared readiness to welcome the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT),…
‘You Are Calling Nigerians Busybodies All Because Of Wike’ – Dele Momodu Knocks Tinubu
Chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dele Momodu, has criticised President Bola Tinubu for calling…
Ekiti State Governor’s Aide Resigns
A member of the Ekiti State Waste Management Board, Wale Ade-Oba, has announced his resignation from…
‘This Political Victimization Must Stop’ – PDP Berates Okpebholo Over ‘Unwarranted Demolition’ Threat Against Members
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, of oppression and…
‘It’s Not A Crime’ – Tunde Onakoya Breaks Silence On Why He Visited President Tinubu
Nigerian chess champion and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya, has declared that his…
BREAKING: FG Cancels June 12 Democracy Day Parade
The Federal Government has decided to cancel the military parade that was to commemorate the 26th…
Court Dismisses Ex-JAMB Registrar Ojerinde’s No-Case Submission Over ₦5.2 Billion Fraud
Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a no-case submission filed…
Edo Enjoying Massive Infrastructural Development Because Of Tinubu – Okpebholo
The Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has credited the infrastructural developments in Edo to…
Tinubu’s Govt Pushing Nigerians To Suicide – APC Chieftain, Eze
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has raised alarm over what he…
Thunderstorms, Rain To Sweep Across Nigeria – NiMet Warns
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a fresh weather forecast, warning of thunderstorms and rainfall…
‘They Went Too Far’ – Elon Musk Backtracks On Trump Criticism
Billionaire Tesla and Starlink CEO, Elon Musk has expressed regret over remarks he made about former…
Senate Mulls Bill For Annual Presidential Address On June 12, Inauguration Venue Shift
The Nigerian Senate is considering a legislative proposal that would mandate an annual presidential address on…
Outgoing AfDB President, Adesina Gets Fresh Appointment
The World Food Prize Foundation has named outgoing African Development Bank (AfDB) President, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina,…
Trump Govt Deports World-Most-Followed TikToker Khaby Lame From US
The United States government has deported Khaby Lame, the world’s most followed TikTok star, over allegations…