The Naira experienced a significant depreciation against the US dollar at the official foreign exchange market between March 14 and March 21, 2025, losing ₦18.96 within the week. According to data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Naira dropped to ₦1,536.89 per dollar on Friday, compared to ₦1,517.93 the previous week. This decline…
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has expressed deep concern over the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and other elected officials in Rivers State, stating that such actions damage Nigeria’s international reputation. Speaking as the Chairman at the Haske Satumari Foundation Colloquium in Abuja on Saturday, Jonathan criticized the political crisis in Rivers, emphasizing that undemocratic practices…
Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has hinted at an upcoming collaboration with American hip-hop mogul, Rick Ross, sparking excitement among fans. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Odumodublvck shared details of a recent conversation with Rick Ross, in which the Maybach Music boss urged him to release their joint track. However, the Nigerian star teased that something even…
Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially announced a five-city tour to celebrate his highly anticipated fifth studio album, ‘5IVE’. The tour will take Davido to major cities across Europe and North America, where he will perform tracks from the upcoming album and some of his biggest hits. NAIJABLOGDAILY.COM Tour Dates & Locations Originally set for March…
The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran Nollywood actress, Nkechi Nweje, who passed away after a brief illness. Her death was confirmed on Saturday by filmmaker Stanley Ajemba (Stanley Ontop), who shared a heartfelt tribute via his Instagram handle. Tributes Pour In for Nkechi Nweje Stanley Ontop described…
Governor Ademola Adeleke has reimposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the crisis-hit Ifon and Ilobu communities of Osun State, following a fresh outbreak of violent clashes. The new curfew, effective Friday, March 21, 2025, extends from 6 PM to 6 AM daily until peace is fully restored. According to a statement by Osun State Commissioner for…
The Federal High Court in Lokoja has issued an interim injunction restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from receiving or processing petitions to initiate a recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central Senatorial District. This ruling comes amid heightened political tensions, as pro-recall movements gain momentum in Kogi Central. Another group of…
The Federal Government of Nigeria, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has been sued before the ECOWAS Court of Justice in Abuja over the recent state of emergency in Rivers State and the suspension of its democratically elected government. The lawsuit, filed on March 20, 2025 (Case No. ECW/CCJ/APP/18/25), seeks to overturn the removal of…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have confirmed their starting lineup for their crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda. New head coach Eric Chelle has selected Stanley Nwabali as the starting goalkeeper. The team’s solid defensive lineup also features Ola Aina, William Troost-Ekong, Calvin Bassey, and Bright Osayi-Samuel. In midfield, the duo of Wilfred Ndidi…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is expected to spend a staggering N307.6 billion on the mobilization and payment of allowances to corps members following the recent increase in their stipends from N33,000 to N77,000. This increment, announced in September 2024, was a result of the new minimum wage bill signed into law in May…
