Written by Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has imposed a ₦5 million fine each on several prominent Nigerians, including former APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, for allegedly converting their properties to unauthorised uses in Abuja. Naija News reports that the sanction also affects deceased statesmen, ex-governors, former Chief Justices of Nigeria, corporate bodies, and … Continue reading “Wike Slams Ganduje, Ex-CJNs, Others With ₦5 Million Fine Over Illegal Property Conversions”
Afrobeats singer, Femi Kuti has shared that his late father, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, faced poverty even when his music was already gaining attention. Naija News reports that in an interview with the Afropolitan, Femi recalled that during the period when Fela’s first major hit, Jeun Ko Ku, was widely played, the family still struggled to … Continue reading “Life Was Tough For Fela, He Could Barely Feed His Family – Femi Kuti”
Media personality Radiogad has shared his opinion on the surname change that followed the wedding of singer Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola. Naija News reports that the wedding, which brought together the music star and the daughter of billionaire Femi Otedola, sparked mixed reactions after Temi decided to drop her family name and adopt her … Continue reading “Mr Eazi Is Supposed To Humble Himself And Take Temi Otedola’s Surname – Radiogad”
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has expressed concern over the devastating impact of insecurity across eight local government areas of the state, warning that the crisis has displaced thousands and disrupted social and economic life. Naija News reports that Governor Radda spoke on Monday in Katsina during the launch of an 18-month European Union-funded initiative … Continue reading “Katsina Markets, Schools Shut As Insecurity Cripples Eight LGAs”
The Senate has turned down Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s request to return to her legislative duties. In a letter signed by the Acting Clerk to the National Assembly, Yahaya Danzaria, the lawmakers insisted that the embattled senator’s six-month suspension stands until the Court of Appeal rules on her case. The Senate acknowledged receiving the senator’s notice … Continue reading “Senate Rejects Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Return, Gives Reason”
Reality TV star Uriel Oputa has reacted to the frequent comparisons Nigerians make between celebrity weddings, particularly those of singers Davido and Chioma and businessman Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola. Naija News reports that in a post on her Instagram story, Uputa pointed out that many people who engage in such debates do not have … Continue reading “Stop Judging – Uriel Oputa Criticizes Comparisons Between Davido, Chioma’s Wedding And Mr Eazi, Temi’s Ceremony”
Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore has sent a petition to Meta urging the tech giant to ignore Nigeria’s Department of State Services (DSS) request to deactivate his Facebook account. In the petition submitted by Sowore’s lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, the activist stated that the DSS demand was unlawful and unconstitutional and a threat to the right to … Continue reading “DSS Trying To Massage Tinubu’s Ego – Sowore Urges Meta To Ignore Facebook Deactivation Request”
Armed men on Monday staged a daring daylight robbery in Minna, the Niger State capital, carting away about ₦8 million belonging to a petrol dealer. Naija News understands that the incident occurred near the Minna City Gate, a few metres from the dealer’s filling station, while he was on his way to deposit weekend sales … Continue reading “Gunmen Rob Petrol Dealer Of ₦8 Million In Niger State In Daylight Attack”
Nigerian award-winning singer, Paul Okoye, better known as Rudeboy, has expressed displeasure over the mindset of the current generation. Naija News reports that the music star, in a post via Instagram on Monday, pointed out how some people live for comparison and pressure. According to him, people have become too obsessed with comparisons, whether it … Continue reading “‘Dis Generation Na Mad People Full Am’ – Singer Paul Okoye Blows Hot”
Mrs Nancy Sabanti Nathan, has been appointed as Acting Head of Service of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). According to a statement on Tuesday by the Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, the appointment takes immediate effect. Naija News reports that Nathan was … Continue reading “Wike Appoints Nathan As FCTA Acting Head Of Service”