Nigeria News

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road The construction of the Lagos-Calabar coastal road will bring benefits that are “more than imaginable”, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said on Sunday. He spoke at the groundbreaking of the 700km highway at Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos. 2. Ibrahim Lamorde Dies A […]

There have been several reactions from social media users after photo of the former governor of Anambra state and Labour Party, LP candidate in the 2023, eating at an event, surfaced online. The picture was shared on the official X handle of Dr. Moses Paul. According to report, the picture was taken after the former

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi has given conditions that would make him agree to a merger between his party and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the 2027 elections. Obi stated that he would only enter into a merger with any party or individual if it serves

Renowned global music artist and lyricist, Aliaune Damala Badara Akon Thiam, known mononymously as Akon, recently caused a stir by revealing how talking about Afrobeats superstar Davido often lands him in hot water. In a spirited and engaging interview, Akon was put on the spot and asked to choose his favorite between Nigerian music icons

According to Channels Television, a fresh wave of civil unrest has taken hold as citizens take to the streets in a passionate display of political activism. The heart of the protest lies in the controversial dethronement of Emir Aminu Ado Bayero and the reinstatement of Muhammadu Sanusi II. The protesters, a vibrant crowd of young

Political activist, Dele Farotimi has claimed that the incumbent governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike are fighting over the loot in the state. Speaking via a video shared on X, Farotimi asserted that the politicians were simply fighting for their own interests and not that of the state. He advised

According to the report from the Vanguard, In a recent legal statement shared on her official Instagram page, Dora Ezinne, the wife of Super Eagles forward Olanrewaju Kayode, has vehemently refuted allegations of infidelity, paternity, and financial fraud that have been circulating in the media. The rumors, which included claims of a DNA test indicating

General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defense Staff, has shared insights into the factors driving banditry and unrest in Zamfara and other parts of northwest region In a video shared on YouTube by TVC, General Musa explained that among the Fulani, who are traditional herders, some individuals engage in cattle rustling. He said for the

Datti Yusuf, former Labour Party vice presidential candidate, has fired back at Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka, exposing his past insult to late President Sani Abacha. In a bold response, Baba-Ahmed revealed that Soyinka had once called Abacha “unintelligent”, a comment he deemed unwarranted and hypocritical. Baba-Ahmed maintained that Soyinka’s disparaging comments about Abacha were unwarranted

American rapper, Nicki Minaj, has been detained at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands, according to local media reports. Minaj filmed part of her encounter with police, posting it to social media. In the video, a police officer can seemingly be heard telling Minaj: “You are under arrest.” A spokesman for Dutch police, Robert van

The Labour Party candidate in the 2023 presidential election, Mr. Peter Obi has reacted to the statement credited to Mr. Atiku Abubakar on the possibility of a merger ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi in his reaction, commended Atiku saying he will support him (Obi) if the ticket is zoned to South East. Saying

Rivers State has 32 constituencies. This means that the state has 32 House of Assembly members. Currently, there are two factions of the House of Assembly. One led by Martin Amaewhule and the other led by the new speaker, Oko Jumbo. SIR: Rivers State has 32 constituencies. This means that the state has 32 House

Details of the discussion between Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, and  top security chiefs have emerged. Daily Trust had reported that amid the… Details of the discussion between Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi II, and  top security chiefs have emerged. Daily Trust had reported that amid the crisis which shook Kano on

A former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Lamorde, has reportedly died in Egypt at the age of 61. According to an online medium, Premium Times, which cited ‘close associates,’ Lamorde died on Sunday in Egypt, where he had travelled for medical treatment. Born on December 20, 1962, Lamorde joined the Nigerian

Kano on fire as angry youths storm streets with machetes There is tension in Kano as rival supporters of the Emir of Kano, Lamido Sanusi, and his deposed predecessor, Aminu Ado-Bayero, took to the streets with dangerous weapons after the deposed Emir returned to the state.   This comes after Sanusi Lamido Sanusi was reinstated