TERROR AND RANSOM: How Afenifere Youth Leader Ojajuni’s Family Raised N17 Million for His Freedom

SaharaReporters has exclusively revealed that the release of Prince Eniola Ojajuni, President of the Afenifere Youth Council, was secured after his family managed to raise at least N17 million in ransom to pay his abductors.A top family source confirmed to SaharaReporters on Saturday that Ojajuni endured 12 harrowing days in captivity before regaining his freedom.ContinueContinue reading “TERROR AND RANSOM: How Afenifere Youth Leader Ojajuni’s Family Raised N17 Million for His Freedom”

Kano State Government Allocates N8 Billion for Ramadan Feeding Program

In a significant move to support citizens during the holy month of Ramadan, the Kano State Government has announced a budget of N8 billion for its Ramadan Feeding Program.The revelation was made through the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, drawing widespread reactions from the public. This initiative aims to provide free mealsContinueContinue reading “Kano State Government Allocates N8 Billion for Ramadan Feeding Program”

Senator Natasha’s Husband Uduaghan Warns Akpabio-Led Senate: ‘Treat My Wife With Respect While Court Decides’

The Alema of Warri Kingdom, High Chief Emmanuel O. Uduaghan, has broken his silence on the escalating controversy between his wife, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio.In a strongly worded statement, Uduaghan, who had initially refrained from making public comments, said recent developments forced him to speak out.> “Unnecessary sentiments are being stirred,ContinueContinue reading “Senator Natasha’s Husband Uduaghan Warns Akpabio-Led Senate: ‘Treat My Wife With Respect While Court Decides’”

Katsina Community Holds Unprecedented ‘Peace Meeting’ With Terrorists to End Years of Bloodshed

In a desperate bid to curb unrelenting violence, residents of Jibia Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State have brokered a rare “peace agreement” with armed groups responsible for years of terror in the region. The extraordinary reconciliation meeting, which took place on Friday, February 28, 2025, in Kwari village, was facilitated by the JibiaContinueContinue reading “Katsina Community Holds Unprecedented ‘Peace Meeting’ With Terrorists to End Years of Bloodshed”

Prophet of Deceit? Ebuka Obi Caught in N500 Million Mansion Miracle Scam

Sahara Reporters has exposed yet another controversial scandal involving self-acclaimed prophet, Ebuka Obi of Zion Prayer Movement Outreach. The media outlet, via its official X handle, revealed that Obi orchestrated a staged miracle, using a woman who falsely testified to purchasing a N500 million mansion in Lagos after sowing seeds in his ministry. In aContinueContinue reading “Prophet of Deceit? Ebuka Obi Caught in N500 Million Mansion Miracle Scam”

Ramadan School Closures: Northern States with Highest Out-of-School Children Face Backlash

A fresh controversy has erupted over the decision of four northern states—Katsina, Kebbi, Kano, and Bauchi—to shut down schools for the Ramadan period. A data review by SaharaReporters, using statistics from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), has revealed that these states already suffer from some of the worst rates of out-of-school children in Nigeria,ContinueContinue reading “Ramadan School Closures: Northern States with Highest Out-of-School Children Face Backlash”

LAGOS ASSEMBLY CRISIS: GAC CHAIRMAN SAYS LAWMAKERS LACK ABSOLUTE POWER TO REMOVE SPEAKER

The Chairman of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) in Lagos State, Prince Tajudeen Olusi, has strongly criticized lawmakers in the Lagos State House of Assembly for failing to consult party leaders before removing Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker.In a statement, Olusi made it clear that the lawmakers do not wield absolute authority to unilaterally remove orContinueContinue reading “LAGOS ASSEMBLY CRISIS: GAC CHAIRMAN SAYS LAWMAKERS LACK ABSOLUTE POWER TO REMOVE SPEAKER”

Tinubu Declares Drop in Food Prices, Offers Relief to Nigerians Amid Economic Struggles

In a significant announcement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has claimed that food prices across Nigeria have declined, bringing much-needed relief to citizens, particularly those observing fasting.Taking to its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Nigerian Stories shared Tinubu’s statement, in which he expressed optimism about the economic situation and reassured Nigerians that his administration is makingContinueContinue reading “Tinubu Declares Drop in Food Prices, Offers Relief to Nigerians Amid Economic Struggles”

IFAB Introduces New Rule: Goalkeepers Holding the Ball for Over 8 Seconds to Concede a Corner

In a groundbreaking decision that could significantly alter the dynamics of football, the International Football Association Board (IFAB) has approved a new rule aimed at preventing time-wasting by goalkeepers.According to an announcement made by Nigerian Stories on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the new regulation stipulates that if a goalkeeper holds onto the ballContinueContinue reading “IFAB Introduces New Rule: Goalkeepers Holding the Ball for Over 8 Seconds to Concede a Corner”

Fintiri Flags Off N474M Relief Fund for 2024 Flood Victims, Urges Early Relocation

In a bold humanitarian gesture, Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has launched a N474 million relief package to assist victims of the devastating 2024 floods. Taking to his official X handle, Governor Fintiri announced the commencement of financial aid distribution, providing N250,000 to each of the 1,896 worst-hit households across Numan, Lamurde, Demsa, Michika,ContinueContinue reading “Fintiri Flags Off N474M Relief Fund for 2024 Flood Victims, Urges Early Relocation”