ABUJA — Dame Judith Amaechi, wife of former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, has denied allegations made by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, that she collected ₦4 billion monthly from the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for empowerment programmes. In a statement issued on Tuesday…
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has raised concerns over the $90 billion annual loss the continent suffers due to its heavy reliance on imported substandard petroleum products. Dangote made this revelation during the West African Refined Fuel Conference held in Abuja, organized by the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and S&P Global…
Popular TikTok sensation Habeeb Hamzat, better known as Peller, has shared the personal story behind his conversion from Islam to Christianity, citing traumatic childhood experiences as a major factor in his decision. Childhood Trauma at Quranic School During a live session with fans, Peller recounted his early years at a Quranic school (Ile Kewu) where…
The management of Federal Polytechnic, Idah, Kogi State, has officially banned the popular sign-out ceremony traditionally held by students after graduation or semester examinations. This announcement was made in a statement released on Tuesday by the Dean of Student Affairs, F.E. Omagu, and circulated to newsmen in Idah. Why the Ban Was Imposed According to…
Real Madrid has reportedly insisted that Kylian Mbappé wear the iconic No. 10 shirt at the club, according to French outlet L’Équipe. The number became vacant following the departure of Luka Modrić, who left the Spanish giants this summer to join AC Milan on a free transfer. Mbappé vs Arda Güler for No. 10 Initial…
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has announced that eight Nigerian banks have successfully surpassed the apex bank’s recapitalization requirements, well ahead of the March 31, 2026, deadline. Cardoso made this disclosure on Tuesday during the press briefing that followed the 301st Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting in Abuja. NAIJABLOGDAILY.COM…
The Nigerian Senate has announced plans to hold a special tribute session on Wednesday in honour of late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on July 13, 2025. According to reports, the session will reflect on Buhari’s enduring legacies, leadership style, and his contributions to Nigeria’s national development. This follows a similar tribute held…
ABUJA, Nigeria – Suspended Kogi Central lawmaker, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has launched a blistering attack on Senate President Godswill Akpabio, labeling him “the worst ever in the history of Nigeria’s Senate.” She made the remarks on Tuesday while addressing journalists outside the National Assembly complex after security prevented her from entering to resume the plenary…
The Super Falcons of Nigeria have secured a place in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after a thrilling 2–1 victory over defending champions, South Africa. Nigeria started the game on the front foot, coming close to breaking the deadlock within the opening 12 minutes. Chiwendu Ihezuo almost found the…
Former Adamawa governorship candidate Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed Binani has formally left the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC), signaling a major political shift ahead of the 2027 general elections. Lead Story Senator Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed Binani, the former APC candidate in the 2023 Adamawa gubernatorial race, has officially defected…
