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· Jun 13
Tinubu: Dickson Spoke The Truth When Many Politicians Have Become Cowards, Sycophants – Timi Frank
Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has commended former governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson, for condemning the anti-democratic actions of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Naija News reports that Dickson had kicked against the anti-democratic posture of the present administration, especially concerning Rivers State, shortly after […]
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· Jun 13
Breaking: Court Shifts Nnamdi Kanu’s Trial To DSS Headquarters
The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered that the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), be relocated to the headquarters of the Department of State Services (DSS). Naija News learnt that Justice James Omotosho issued the directive on Friday, citing the need to inspect a shipping container […]
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· Jun 13
PDP Crisis: Saraki Reacts To Tinubu’s Mockery Of Opposition Parties In Democracy Day Address
Former Senate President, Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has responded to President Bola Tinubu’s comments regarding the ongoing turmoil within the opposition parties. Naija News reports that many notable figures, including state governors from the opposition of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP), have defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead […]
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· Jun 13
Tinubu’s Comment On One-Party State ‘Strange’ – Ologbondiyan
A former National Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Kola Ologbondiyan, has described as “strange” President Bola Tinubu’s denial of plans to establish a one-party state in Nigeria. Naija News reports that Ologbondiyan stated this while speaking on Channels Television’s Morning Brief on Friday, in reaction to Tinubu’s Democracy Day address to the joint […]
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· Jun 13
[BREAKING] Osun LG Election: Appeal Court Sustains Sack of APC Yes/No Chairmen, Upholds PDP-Elected Chairmen
The Court of Appeal in Akure, Ondo State Capital, on Friday reaffirmed that the local government election conducted by the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) in 2022 under the immediate past administration was null and void, as such the acclaimed beneficiaries of the said election benefited nothing. Naija News reports that the Court of […]
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· Jun 13
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 Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in a fresh effort to mend fences and bring an end to the political crisis rocking Rivers State. According to information obtained by Daily Post, the meeting took place on Monday at Wike’s Abuja […]
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· Jun 13
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 Edo State governor and serving senator, Adams Oshiomhole, during a recent encounter at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, describing it as another disturbing case of unruly passenger conduct against domestic carriers. The group, through its spokesperson, Obiora Okonkwo, stated […]
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· Jun 13
Prison Officer Attempts Suicide In Zamfara Dam
A member of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Abdullahi Nura, who holds the position of Chief Correctional Assistant (CCA) at the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Gusau, Zamfara State, has made an attempt on his own life. The event occurred in the early hours of Wednesday when the officer leaped into a dam. As per a […]
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· Jun 13
2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Complete Matchday 1 Fixtures, Kick-off Time
Football fans around the globe are bracing for an electrifying start to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, with Matchday 1 of the expanded tournament kicking off on Sunday, June 15. This inaugural matchday marks a historic chapter in the Club World Cup, as it expands to a 32-team format and adopts a World Cup-style […]
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· Jun 13
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 Party (PDP) is not ready to win the 2027 elections. According to him, the house of the PDP is in so much disarray that the party does not represent a threat to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in […]
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· Jun 13
‘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 spokesman to President Bola Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga, for praising his principal over the national honours following his contribution to entrenching democracy and the fight for the de-annulment of the June 12 election result. Naija News reports that Shaibu, while […]
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· Jun 13
You Are The One Who Walked Into A Clean House And Messed It Up – LP Chieftain Knocks Peter Obi, Blames Him For Party’s Crisis
A former presidential aspirant and a chieftain of the Labour Party (LP), Faduri Oluwadare Joseph, has accused the party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, of being responsible for the party’s crisis. Speaking via a statement on Thursday, he accused the former Anambra governor of pointing fingers at everyone except himself. He referenced the All Progressives […]
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· Jun 13
Top 5 Ballon d’Or Power Ranking
The top 5 Ballon d’Or power ranking has been revealed as France Football announced that the full list of nominees for the 2025 men’s and women’s edition of the individual player award will be revealed on August 7. Naija News reports that the announcement has generated excitement for football’s most esteemed individual accolade, as this […]
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· Jun 13
11 Victims Rescued As Security Operatives Engage Kidnapping Gang In Katsina
The Force Headquarters has announced that police operatives, in collaboration with allied security agencies, successfully intercepted a kidnapping gang in Katsina State recently. In a statement issued on Friday, the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, said following an exchange of gunfire, 11 kidnapped individuals were rescued unharmed. In a different operation in Delta […]
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· Jun 13
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 newspapers today, Friday, 13th June, 2025. President Bola Tinubu on Thursday attracted praises and knocks for the list of honourees he announced as democracy heroes. While some Nigerians lauded the President for his tribute to the heroes of the […]
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· Jun 13
Tragedy As Eight Family Members Die In Kaduna Auto Crash
A devastating accident on the Kaduna-Zaria highway occurred on Monday evening, resulting in the deaths of eight individuals from a single family, while two others are currently fighting for their lives in the hospital. It was gathered that the tragic event transpired when a speeding vehicle lost control and collided with pedestrians who were waiting […]
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· Jun 13
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, and top military commanders in a bid to halt Tehran’s alleged pursuit of nuclear weapons. The Israeli military confirmed that Operation Rising Lion involved 200 fighter jets striking more than 100 targets across Iran, including the uranium enrichment facility […]
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· Jun 13
Transfer Updates: Osimhen, Quansah, Barcola, Ekitike, Williams, Modric, Others
Liverpool are considering a sensational transfer move for Napoli and Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, 26, who spent last season on loan at Galatasaray. The Reds are exploring attacking reinforcements and see Osimhen as a prime transfer target to bolster their frontline. (Source: Givemesport) Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen have turned their attention to Liverpool’s rising star Jarell […]
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· Jun 13
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 the Caucus are sponsoring attacks and killings in the state. Naija News reports that Alia, while speaking on Arise Television, alleged that some functional politicians in the National Assembly and Abuja are not only instigating the killings but harbouring the […]
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· Jun 13
‘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 of university professors in Nigeria’s electoral process, describing them as pillars of integrity who have repeatedly resisted bribes and pressure from politicians. Naija News reports that Jega made the remarks on Thursday while speaking at The Platform, a Democracy […]
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· Jun 13
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 (CON) on former Chairman of the defunct National Electoral Commission (NEC), Humphrey Nwosu, in recognition of his role in conducting the historic June 12, 1993 presidential election. Naija News reports that Tinubu made the announcement during his address at […]
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· Jun 13
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 Padilla was forcibly removed and handcuffed during a live press conference in Los Angeles, drawing outrage from top Democratic leaders. Padilla, a Democratic senator representing California, attempted to confront Homeland Security Secretary, Kristi Noem, over recent immigration operations in […]
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· Jun 13
Ondo: Gov Aiyedatiwa Nominates 12 New Commissioners
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has forwarded the names of 12 new commissioner nominees to the state House of Assembly for confirmation. Naija News reports that the development was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by the governor’s spokesperson, Ebenezer Adeniyan, who noted that the list had already been sent to the legislative arm […]
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· Jun 13
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 that former military president General Ibrahim Babangida (retd) has apologised to the family for invalidating the June 12 1993 election. Abiola stated this at the MKO Abiola Memorial Symposium and the unveiling of the forthcoming book MKO Abiola: Symbol […]
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· Jun 13
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 unfulfilled. He lamented that more than thirty years after the historic June 12, 1993, presidential election, the country has yet to fulfil its promise of democracy. Utomi shared his reservations at the annual June 12 National Dialogue organised by […]
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