Новости за 28.05.2016

– Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti state reacted to a series of bombings by an armed group called ‘Niger Delta Avengers’ (NDA) – The governor warned that damage of oil facilities would have a negative impact on Nigeria’s economy, suggested a mild approach  – Recent reports, however, prove the Nigerian authorities are likely to use force in the […]

– Moshood Adetoro Alani Oyede, a first-class traditional ruler, has been confirmed dead – The burial rights are already underway, as the curfew is reportedly declared in the area close to the Oba’s palace – The Oba has been on the throne for 19 years, since 1997 Moshood Oyede, a first-class traditional ruler in Ogun state, the […]

Editor’s note: The detention of former minister of aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been prominent in the media for the past few days. Jude Ndukwe states the main reasons why Fani-Kayode is being held by the anti-graft body, suggesting he is being persecuted for his stand on […]

Nigeria is getting ready to celebrate the Democracy Day and one year since swearing-in of the Buhari administration on Sunday, May 29.  The leader of Nigeria is expected to make several breaking statements in his speech that marks his first anniversary of presidency.  NAIJ.com gathered three possible shocking revelations the Nigerian leader might make on […]

– More details emerge on the anti-avengers operation by the Nigerian military in Oporoza, a settlement in Gbaramatu kingdom of Delta state – A resident contacted journalists and reported mass arrests and brutalising of the locals  – The operation took place in the community where Tompolo, an ex leader of militants who is on the run, hails from […]

– Eleven officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) confessed receiving a bribe during the 2015 general elections in Gombe state – The money were allegedly disbursed by Diezani Alison-Madueke, the former petroleum minister in the Goodluck Jonathan’s cabinet – The detectives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) now know more names The EFCC state […]

– Nigerian entertainers played active roles in the recently held Joseph Yobo testimonial match held in Port Harcourt on Friday, May 27 – Comedian AY and Nollywood actor Osita Iheme played on the pitch alongside international stars – Harrysong and Humblesmith thrilled the spectators with outstanding music performance The Nigerian entertainment industry was not left […]

– Hazard reportedly in talks with Real Madrid – The player could stay at the Stamford Bridge club with the arrival of Conte – Hazard speaks about his future ahead of next season Belgium and Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard has hinted that a move to Real Madrid is possible as he relishes to work with Zinedine […]

– A new currency has been unveiled by militants in the Niger Delta – No particular militant group has laid claims to the treasonous act – There are fears that the act is linked to the move for the actualization of Biafra The new currency is said to have started circulating with the Niger Delta, […]

– Th‎e Bayelsa government reacted to the May 28 attacks on pipelines by the new militant group, the Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) – The local authorities lament over economic and ecological consequences, but ready for dialogue – The ‘avengers’ started hostile actions in the midnight of May 26 and continued them for three days in a […]

– Barcelona ended the season with four trophies – Ter Stegen praises his club – The coach of Barcelona speaks about the results of the season According to Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Barcelona’s 2015-16 campaign has been a success despite Champions League exit.   Barcelona ended the season with four trophies: Copa Del Ray, La Liga crown, the UEFA Super […]

– Fast rising singer Blast Champ calls self Odogwu of Afro pop music – His third single under Meshtro Entertainment he called Odogwu Following the success of his sophomore single, Nwayor, Afro pop singer Blast Champ (BC) is set to hit the street running again with a chart buster single titled Odogwu. Odogwu is a fusion […]

A Nigerian has decided he wants to meet all his Facebook friends face-to-face According to a post shared on his Facebook page, a young man identified as Gaius Chibueze, has decided to take a nationwide tour to meet all his 5000 Facebook friends. Chibueze who is based in Abuja, says he wants to be the […]

– The Joseph Yobo testimonial was a fully packed event at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium  – Humblesmith and Harrysongs performed before the game proper to ever demanding fans – Dr. Ifeanyi Ubah and Governor Nyesom Wike both pulled crowds who were pleased to see them – Fans made the centenary/testimonial game a rousing occasion for […]

– A 24-year-old suspected Fulani attacker made chilling confessions while in police custody – Mohammadu Zurai explained why he shot the April’s massacre on video – The suspected militant also gave the names of some Fulani leaders who masterminded the attack on Nimbo in Enugu state The special intelligence response team led by Nigeria’s inspector-general of […]

Popular Nollywood movie producer Emem Isong was delivered of twin babies recently Top Nollywood movie producer Emem Isong, wh0 got married to her Cameroonian boo Misodi Akama in 2014, recently welcomed their bundles of joy. Emem who already has a son from a previous from a previous relationship, took to her Instagram page to share her good […]

– Dollar scarcity, fuel crisis and huge debt on the Nigerian side make British Airways revise the role of Lagos as its aviation hub in West Africa – A total of three airlines announce changes in the mode of cooperation with Nigeria during May 2016 only British Airways (BA) set to revise scope of cooperation with […]

– Tolu Oniru and beau Captain Tunde Demuren hold white wedding in Dubai – Banky W is the Demure’s best man – The couple has joined the league of Nigerian celebrities that had their wedding in Dubai Finally, Tolu Oniru and Tunde Demuren have sealed their marriage as they exchanged marital vows on Saturday, May […]

– Professor Wole Soyinka has said that Nigeria cannot have any celebration until the Chibok girls are back – The Noble laureate made the disclosure at the unveiling of the logo for Lagos at 50 – The unveiling was done at Freedom Park, Lagos Island on Friday, May 27 Wole Soyinka unveiled the logo alongside […]

– Governor Henry Seriake Dickson of Bayelsa state announced that all the PDP Governors stand by Makarfi – Dickson pays a visit to Makarfi and congratulated him on his new position Reactions have trailed the endorsement of Senator Ahmed Makarfi as caretaker chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) by the party’s Board of Trustees. […]

Current Miss Nollywood has been dethroned for disobeying rules According to a post shared on their Facebook page, the organizers of the Miss Nollywood beauty pageant, have decided to dethrone their 2015/2016 queen. The current queen, Miss Grace Adaeze Okoro, had reportedly disobeyed almost every rule she was expected to have followed even when she […]

– Alhaji Muhammadu Indimi commented on media reports that claimed he had donated USD14 million to a private US university – The billionaire, who hails from Borno state, named the real sum of donation, described his relations with the foreign institution and investiments in Nigeria Alhaji Muhammadu Indimi cleared the air on controversies generated by […]

– Samuel Eto’o private jet, seized in Port Harcourt after honouring Joseph Yobo – The Airport authority claimed he didn’t have permission to land at the Port Harcourt airport and fined him – A source said after paying the fine, his plane was still not allowed to fly, up until late last night Cameroonian legend Samuel Eto’o […]

A church in the UK has accused their pastor of embezzling church funds A yet-to-be-identified church in the UK, recently had cause to gather in accusation of their pastor. The congregation had surrounded the pastor asking him what he did with their money. In the video, some members of the congregation can be heard saying […]

There have been speculations and jubilations in some quarters over the rumoured reconciliation of estranged couple Pastor Chris Oyakhilome and his wife Pastor Anita Oyakhilome who had since their divorce mess changed to her maiden name Ebhodaghe. Anita sent out her reaction to the reconciliation rumour. She posted a statement on her website www.pastoranita.org on […]