The Near Foundation, a non-governmental organisation, has distributed meat from 1,500 cows to over 55,000 individuals across 27 states in Nigeria. The distribution took place at...
Dr Folasade Yemi-Esan, the Head of the Service of the Federation (HoCSF), will retire from her position on August 14 this year, after serving for five...
The House of Representatives Committee on Defence, on Wednesday reaffirmed its commitment to providing the necessary resources and support to enhance the operational capabilities of the...
The Emir of Muri, Alhaji Abbas Njidda Tafida, has said that the Taraba State governor, Agbu Kefas, is taking the state on the right track for...
Members of staff of the Police Service Commission (PSC), on Wednesday asked President Bola Tinubu to sack the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun with immediate effect...
The chairman of the Gombe State Butchers Association, Alhaji Suleiman Umar Chansa, has revealed that despite the economic challenges in the country, no fewer than 200...
The wife of Musa Dahiru, who has been detained by the police in Taraba State, allegedly on the orders of Governor Kefas Agbu, is pleading for...
According to reports, Manchester United have been forced to withdraw their pursuit of Nice center-back Jean-Clair Todibo. The France international has long interested the Red Devils,...
The Head of Service of the Federation, Dr. Folashade Yemi-Esan, says she has fought corruption in the Nigerian civil service space. She said that instead of...
Nigerian Muslims faithful joined their counterparts all over the world to celebrate Eid-El-Kabir. The celebration came amid worsening economic hardship and rising food inflation. Findings by...
Wolves youngster Alvin Ayman is close to joining Liverpool, marking their first acquisition since the summer transfer window opened. The Daily Mail claims that Ayman, who...
Alec Baldwin once fired a blank round at a crew member on the set of “Rust,” prosecutors alleged in new court papers, as they accused the...
Police deploy around court, strategic locations NNPP, APC exchange fresh tackles The Federal High Court in Kano will today deliver rulings in the suit seeking...
Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Thursday, 20th June 2024 The Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate...
Ad Federal government has approved the final payment of N280 billion for completing the Bodo-Bonny Road project. The minister of works, Sen. Engr. Nweze David Umahi...
Scotland boss Steve Clarke has ruled Kieran Tierney out of his side’s key clash with Hungary at Euro 2024. The 27-year-old defender — who spent last...
James McClean believes Declan Rice is ‘overrated’ and shouldn’t be considered among the world’s elite midfielders. Rice has become a key player for Arsenal since joining...
Turkey and Portugal continue their Euro 2024 campaigns with a clash at BVB Stadion Dortmund on Saturday afternoon. BUY EURO 2024 TICKETS for TURKEY vs PORTUGAL!...
Leeds United will complete the sale of Marc Roca to Real Betis within the next few days, according to reports. Roca arrived at Elland Road in...
Newcastle United are closing in on agreeing a new contract with key forward Alexander Isak, according to reports. Isak joined the Magpies from Real Sociedad for...
Tottenham were recently linked with Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie for a potential summer move. Football Insider claimed that the club has hijacked the move and have...
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Wednesday condemns in the strongest terms the recent outbreak of violence and subsequent breakdown of law and...
New Liverpool manager Arne Slot has revealed that he requested a delay in his official announcement to honour outgoing manager Jurgen Klopp. In April, reports surfaced...
Friends and family searched for missing hajj pilgrims on Wednesday, June 19, as the death toll surged past 900. Relatives who couldn’t reach their loved...
West Ham United have tabled a £6m bid for ex-Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha, according to reports. The 31-time Ivory Coast international left Selhurst Park for...
Nigeria’s Minister of State for Environment, Dr. Iziaq Salako has said drought has seriously impacted about 40 million Nigerians negatively and has led to loss of...
Delta North senatorial district is singing different tunes over a proposal by Senator Ned Nwoko, representing the district at the National Assembly, on the creation of...
An Indiana man stabbed his own son in the heart during an argument over dirty dishes in the sink, police say. The incident happened on Friday, June...
Ad The Federal Government has approved final payment of N280 billion for the completion of Bodo-Bonny road project. The Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi disclosed...
Ad Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde has consented to the appointment of Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakuleyin as the 43rd Olubadan of lbadanland. LEADERSHIP recalls that...
TapSwap, a popular tap-to-earn app utilizing TON Blockchain, has announced an indefinite postponement of its token allocation to users. The app’s representatives are exploring the best...
A recent social media spat involving activist Aisha Yesufu and President Bola Tinubu’s aides has escalated, following Yesufu’s criticisms of Tinubu at a recent international event....
Darlington Orji, one of the 23 newly sworn-in caretaker local government chairmen in Rivers State, on Wednesday, claimed that security agents denied him access to the...
Scotland kept their hopes of reaching the Euro 2024 knockout rounds alive with a 1-1 draw against Switzerland on Wednesday. The Tartan Army needed a response...
Arsenal’s Kieran Tierney has been stretchered off during Scotland’s Euro 2024 clash with Switzerland with what looks like a serious hamstring injury. With the game tied...
Leicester City are reportedly on the brink of appointing a new manager within the next 48 hours, as the newly promoted Premier League side seeks to...
President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said on Wednesday that frontline activist, Aisha Yesufu is bitter and toxic over the outcome...
Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the federal government’s unwavering commitment to driving economic revival and development in the North East zone of the country....
Nigeria’s Minister of Works, David Umahi says the Federal Government has reviewed the contract for the ongoing Bodo/Bonny link road in Rivers State to N280billion from...
The Edo State Government has given seven days to the State Police Command to fish out the killers of 22-year-old Miss Adekolure Idowu Glory, a recent...
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HoCSF), Dr Folashade Yemi-Esan, has said that the verification exercises of the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information...
New Liverpool manager Arne Slot recently reflected on a heartwarming tribute from his predecessor, Jurgen Klopp, during Klopp’s emotional farewell. As Klopp bid goodbye to the...
President Bola Tinubu departed from Lagos on Tuesday to attend the inauguration of South Africa’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa. Naija News gathered that the President travelled in...
The Nigerian Government has announced that it is sending its first citizen into space. The Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency, NASRDA,...
Man United’s Luke Shaw has been ruled out of England’s match with Denmark on Thursday which will raise questions as to why the left-back was brought...
The federal government has denied reports that Chris Najomo has been sacked as the Acting Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). According to...
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved the appointment of Owolabi Akinloye Olakulehin as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. The governor made this declaration via...
Ad The Edo State Working Committee of the People Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday expelled former deputy governor of the state, Comrade Philip Shaibu and the...
Nigeria’s Federal Government has unveiled a historic initiative to send the country’s first citizen into space. Dr Mathew Adepoju, Director General of the National Space Research...
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar, on Wednesday visited ex-military Head of State Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida. Atiku also visited another...
FBN Holdings, the parent company of Nigeria’s oldest bank, has confirmed the appointment of Olusegun Alebiosu as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of First Bank two...
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar, on Wednesday visited ex-military Head of State Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida. Atiku also visited another...
Switzerland have drawn level with Scotland in their crucial Euro 2024 clash courtesy of a Xherdan Shaqiri screamer with three points being huge for either side. ...
A High Court sitting in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, has sentenced Ayegbusi Ojo to life imprisonment over the rape of a minor. Justice J.O. Adeyeye on Wednesday...
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s bodyguard has been arrested and suspended by Metropolitan Police amid a major investigation into alleged election date bets. The Met...
Scotland have taken the lead in their crucial Euro 2024 clash with Switzerland courtesy of a familiar face in Man United’s Scott McTominay. Steve Clark’s men...
Just after one season, the NBA team, The Detroit Pistons, fired their head coach Monty Williams, despite the coach having more than $65 million left on...
Presidential aides, Bayo Onanuga and O’tega Ogra have lashed out at activist Aisha Yesufu over her comments about President Tinubu allegedly being snubbed by South African...
Italian club, Lazio have reportedly opened talks with Manchester United over a £ 30 million swoop for Mason Greenwood. According to Sport Mail, Lazio have a long-standing...
The Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, and Lagos have been ranked as the first and second cheapest cities for expatriates to live in Africa for 2024. According...
Man United’s pursuit of Nice defender Jean-Clair Todibo is currently off as UEFA rules prevent the Premier League club from signing the French star. Erik ten Hag...
Gunmen suspected to be local militias attacked Tse Gurgugh Mbahav community in Michihe Council Ward, Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State and killed six people. ...
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved the appointment of Oba Owolabi Olakuleyin as the 43rd Olubadan of lbadanland. The state’s Commissioner for Local Government...
Ogun State Government, on Wednesday, vowed to flush out militants and poachers occupying forest reserves in the state. The government had in December last year ordered...
American rapper, Remy Ma’s son has reportedly been charged with first-degree murder. According to Fox 5, Remy’s son Jayson Scott, 23, was charged with another man...
The Head of the Service of the Federation (HoCSF), Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, will retire on 14 August, 2024.This was disclosed by the Director, Communications in HoCSF...
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has raised an alarm that Nigeria and some African countries would witness 40% rise in the population...
Reno Omokri has asked Nigerians to stop insulting the government over the hike in the price of eggs as well as tomato and pepper. In...
Mukhtar Garba Baballiya, leader of a vigilante group in Ja’en community, Gwale Local Government Area of Kano, has been murdered. The vigilante leader was reportedly stabbed...
Chelsea’s Ian Maatsen is moving closer to joining Aston Villa after the two Premier League clubs agreed a deal for the transfer of the left-back. The...
The Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has paid a Sallah homage to former military...
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has issued a three weeks ultimatum to Federal Government to respond to its demands, to avoid industrial action. ...
A final year student of the Criminology Department at the Federal University Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), Olalekan Oni, popularly known as Asiwaju, has been arrested by the...
The Nigerian Government has announced that it is sending its first citizen into space. The Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency,...
Ad Former President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled the Saraki family over the passing of Chief (Mrs) Florence Morenike Saraki, the mother of Senator Bukola Saraki, the...
Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, His Lordship, Most Reverend Paulinus Ezeokafor, has criticized the ongoing minimum wage debates. Ezeokafor urged President Bola Tinubu to reduce the...
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has threatened to embark on a nationwide industrial action if the Federal Government fails to respond to its demands...
Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has committed to advocating for a sustainable minimum wage for Nigerian workers as a member of the tripartite committee. Governor...
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with ex-Senate President Bukola Saraki over the death of his mother, Florence. Buhari described Florence as a strong pillar of...
A police officer has reportedly lost his fingers during protests against the finance bill in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD), after a teargas canister exploded in...
Morgan Gibbs-White is likely to leave Nottingham Forest this summer and it is being reported that Newcastle are the best-placed club to sign the talented midfielder. ...
Barcelona midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has extended Germany’s lead to 2-0 against Hungary, putting his team in a commanding position in their second group stage match of...
Ad Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the federal government’s unwavering commitment to driving economic revival and development in the North-East region of the country. Senator...
Ad Justice Emeka Nwite has refused to grant bail to suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, and two other suspended senior police officers. The court,...
Ad The director-general of the National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion (NOTAP), Dr. Obiageli Amadiobi, has said that companies that do not submit their technology...
A seven-month-old baby girl has died from sustaining various degrees of injuries after being attacked by the family’s pet dog. The incident happened at their residence...
Ad The Federal Government has re-affirmed its commitment to implement the tenets of the Biological Weapons Convention by not developing, producing, acquiring or retaining biological weapons...
Six decades after the first human reached space, a Nigerian will have the opportunity to do the same thanks to a partnership between the Space Exploration...
Ad Operatives of the Ondo State Security Network, also known as the Amotekun corps on Wednesday paraded a 52-year-old man, Temidayo Olagundoye among 47 others for...
An Asian man has been caught on camera telling a pretzel vendor in New York to “go back to his country”. While being recorded by...
Abia State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) under the leadership of Commandant UI Alfadarai has arrested a Chinese national and one...
Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai nearly levelled the score for Hungary with a perfectly executed free-kick during their match against Germany. This came just six minutes after Jamal...
The Nigerian Government and Sokoto State Government have agreed to come together in the war against terrorism in the state. Both governments have declared a joint...
Ad A fire has broken out at a section of the popular Ado Bayero Shopping Mall located on Zoo Road in Kano metropolis of Kano State....
The people of the Okpoama, a seaside community in Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State butchered a giant whale on Wednesday morning, June 19, 2024. ...
Newspaper vendors and sales representatives of some print media houses in Enugu say their businesses are at the edge due to the online media. In separate...
nretsaehtuoThe detained leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has condemned the killings of soldiers and civilians in the s part of Nigeria....
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ebonyi State Council, has sent a petitioned the Nigerian Police (NPF) and the Department of State Services (DSS), over attack...
Unknown gunmen have attacked the Youth Chairman of the Labour Party (LP) in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area, Edo State, Osagie Odigie. Odigie was assaulted by the...