In what observers describe as a high-stakes midnight strategy session, Nigeria’s political landscape witnessed fresh intrigue as former Vice President and ADC coalition leader, Atiku Abubakar, convened a closed-door meeting that stretched into the early hours of Thursday, September 11, 2025.The meeting, which former Senator Ishaku Abbo disclosed lasted until 1:30am, drew heavyweights including SenatorContinue reading "MIDNIGHT POLITICAL INTRIGUE: Atiku, Binani, Bindow, Abbo In Closed-Door Meeting Till 1:30am"
Governor Abiodun Unveils 1,200 Political Assistants To Drive Grassroots Democracy In Ogun
In a bold move to deepen democratic participation and bring government closer to the people, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appointed 1,200 political assistants across the state’s 236 wards.The appointees, described as “change agents” and “custodians of grassroots democracy,” are tasked with amplifying civic engagement, ensuring seamless communication between the people and government,Continue reading "Governor Abiodun Unveils 1,200 Political Assistants To Drive Grassroots Democracy In Ogun"
IBB UNIVERSITY CRACKS DOWN ON ‘SIGN-OUT’ TRADITION: STUDENTS FACE SANCTIONS FOR SHIRT-SIGNING, CONVOYS, ALCOHOL, AND PARTIES
The management of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, Niger State, has officially banned the popular “sign-out” celebrations for graduating students, warning that defaulters will face stiff disciplinary action.In a circular dated September 12, 2025, and signed by the Dean of Student Affairs, Professor M.S. Ewugi, the institution reminded students of an earlier directive issuedContinue reading "IBB UNIVERSITY CRACKS DOWN ON ‘SIGN-OUT’ TRADITION: STUDENTS FACE SANCTIONS FOR SHIRT-SIGNING, CONVOYS, ALCOHOL, AND PARTIES"
Tragedy in Lagos: Many Feared Trapped as Three-Storey Building Collapses in Yaba — Four Pulled Out Alive
LAGOS – Panic and grief gripped residents of Alagomeji, Yaba, on Friday night after a three-storey building under construction at 333 Borno Street suddenly came crashing down, trapping several people beneath tons of rubble.The incident, which occurred around 8:30 p.m., sparked a massive rescue mission as emergency teams raced against time to save lives.According toContinue reading "Tragedy in Lagos: Many Feared Trapped as Three-Storey Building Collapses in Yaba — Four Pulled Out Alive"
PRISONS FOR SALE: AGBA JALINGO EXPOSES HOW INMATES BUY DRUGS, SEX, AND FREEDOM BEHIND BARS
Journalist details rot in Nigeria’s justice system, blasts NUJ silence as police turn “private militias of the rich”Nigeria’s foremost activist-journalist, Agba Jalingo, has blown the lid off what he describes as the deep-rooted rot in the nation’s prison system, alleging that with the right amount of money, inmates can secure anything they desire – fromContinue reading "PRISONS FOR SALE: AGBA JALINGO EXPOSES HOW INMATES BUY DRUGS, SEX, AND FREEDOM BEHIND BARS"
BREAKING: Resident Doctors Down Tools Nationwide, Defy FG Assurances With 5-Day Warning Strike
The National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has officially embarked on a nationwide five-day warning strike beginning Friday, September 12, 2025, despite repeated assurances from the Federal Government that the industrial action would be averted.The announcement, made via NARD’s official X handle, has thrown the nation’s already strained healthcare sector into fresh uncertainty, with patientsContinue reading "BREAKING: Resident Doctors Down Tools Nationwide, Defy FG Assurances With 5-Day Warning Strike"
2027 ELECTION SHOCKER: Trump Plots Shadow Game in Nigeria, Jonathan Set for Political Resurrection, Tinubu Faces Global Conspiracy – Primate Ayodele
In a prophecy that has sent ripples across Nigeria’s political circles, the fiery Leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has unveiled a dramatic forecast about the 2027 general elections — warning that the battle for Aso Rock will not only be fought in Nigeria but also on the global stage.According toContinue reading "2027 ELECTION SHOCKER: Trump Plots Shadow Game in Nigeria, Jonathan Set for Political Resurrection, Tinubu Faces Global Conspiracy – Primate Ayodele"
Cooking Gas Prices Hit Nigerians Hard: ₦990/kg in Some States, Soaring to ₦1,600 in Others
The price of refilling Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, has continued to fluctuate sharply across Nigeria, leaving households struggling to keep up with daily kitchen needs.A Naija News market survey reveals that while a handful of outlets, such as BOVAS and Ise-Olorun filling stations, now sell at ₦990 per kilogram—the mostContinue reading "Cooking Gas Prices Hit Nigerians Hard: ₦990/kg in Some States, Soaring to ₦1,600 in Others"
BREAKING: Rivers State Kicks Off Transition From Emergency Rule To Full Democratic Governance
In a historic turn of events, the Rivers State Government has officially begun the long-awaited transition from emergency rule to democratic governance, marking a new dawn for the oil-rich state.As part of the transition activities, the government has announced an interdenominational thanksgiving service scheduled for Sunday, September 14, at the Ecumenical Centre, Abonima Wharf Road,Continue reading "BREAKING: Rivers State Kicks Off Transition From Emergency Rule To Full Democratic Governance"
TINUBU’S EMERGENCY MEASURES PAY OFF: FOOD PRICES CRASH, SAYS AGRIC MINISTER
Nigeria’s food market is witnessing what the Federal Government has described as a “dramatic turnaround”, following emergency interventions ordered by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to tackle the country’s worsening food crisis.Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, speaking on Arise News’ Day Break programme on Friday morning, declared that the government’s strategy wasContinue reading "TINUBU’S EMERGENCY MEASURES PAY OFF: FOOD PRICES CRASH, SAYS AGRIC MINISTER"
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