Author: Naija Daily News

By Didimoko A. Didimoko, Snr Writer Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule, on Friday cited the deepening divisions within the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) as the primary reason for his defection to the All-Progressives Congress (APC). Amaewhule, who represents Obio-Akpor I constituency, he told his colleagues, “The major reason for leaving the PDP is because of the division in the PDP,” he said. He praised President Bola Tinubu for programmes initiated under his administration, saying many of them have had a positive impact on Nigerians, including residents of Rivers State. According to him, joining…

Nigerian music legend 2Baba has sensationally turned on his own family, accusing them of “destroying” him and dragging his wife, Natasha Osawaru, into a storm of abuse as their marital row explodes into a full-blown public saga. In a blistering video rant now lighting up social media, the star said his relatives — who he claims were trying to “save” him — have instead wrecked his name and ruined Natasha’s life, leaving her facing death threats from furious fans. “This whole thing has gotten dangerously out of hand, and I’m not gonna be quiet anymore,” a furious 2Baba said, tearing…

The Coalition of Federal Pensioners of Nigeria is planning a nationwide naked protest to press home its demand for payment of its members’ outstanding pension increment arrears and palliative allowances. The coalition’s National Chairman, Mr Mukaila Ogunbote, made this known in a statement on Friday in Lagos. Ogunbote is also the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NIPOST Chapter. He said the protest would hold on Dec. 8, except the Federal Government would, before then, pay arrears of a N32,000 pension increment and a N25,000 palliative allowance approved in 2023. The Federal Ministry of Finance and the Accountant General…

…Says unresolved zoning clears path to failure Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, has criticised the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition for what he described as its instability, warning that unresolved zoning and power-sharing arrangements could threaten its prospects ahead of the 2027 polls. Speaking during an interview on the YouTube programme Advocacy for Good Governance, Obi said the coalition must settle outstanding issues and establish a clear framework before campaigns begin. “Today, I’m a member of the Labour Party, and I subscribe to the ADC coalition for the 2027 election, and I believe in…

By Didimoko A. Didimoko, Snr Writer Sixteen members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, including the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule, have formally resigned from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC), marking a decisive shift in the state’s already fraught political landscape. The announcement, made during plenary on Friday, brings weeks of speculation to an end and further entrenches the ongoing dispute between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike. The lawmakers, widely regarded as part of the Wike-aligned bloc, said their decision stemmed from what they described as…

By Oghenekevwe Kofi Lagos is ready for a December bursting with culture, colour, and world-class performances. From emotional dramas to high-energy musicals and interactive theatre, the city’s stages are set to deliver unforgettable experiences this festive season. If you’re searching for Christmas events in Lagos, best theatre shows in December, or top Lagos musicals, this curated guide—arranged strictly by date—highlights the productions you can’t miss. THE LAST WILL — December 6 Venue: 53, Akowonjo EgbedaTime: 5 PMTickets: ₦10,000More Info: @after_curtains A gripping drama rooted in family conflict, buried secrets, and the emotional power of inheritance. A compelling early start to…

By Deborah Nnamdi Nigeria’s captain, William Troost-Ekong, has announced his retirement from international football, just days after being named in the Super Eagles’ provisional 54-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) scheduled to begin on December 21. Troost-Ekong, who has been a key figure in Nigeria’s national team since making his debut in 2015, revealed his decision in a video posted on his X handle on Thursday evening. “Today, I am announcing my retirement from international football,” he said, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to represent Nigeria for nearly a decade. Born in the Netherlands to a…

By Deborah Nnamdi The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, who was recently convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment, has filed a fresh motion before the Federal High Court in Abuja seeking his immediate transfer from the Sokoto Correctional Facility. In a motion ex parte personally signed and presented on Thursday by his younger brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu, the IPOB leader argued that being held in Sokoto—over 700 kilometres from Abuja—makes it impossible for him to effectively pursue his appeal against his conviction. Kanu told the court that he intends to personally exercise his constitutional…

By Deborah Nnamdi Senator Ned Nwoko (APC–Delta North) has threatened legal action against what he describes as a renewed wave of online harassment, cyberstalking, and coordinated defamatory content targeted at him. In a statement issued on Thursday by his Communications Team in Abuja, the senator condemned the rise in what he termed “false narratives” aimed at smearing his reputation and distracting him from his public responsibilities. “Our attention has been drawn to a renewed pattern of online harassment, cyberstalking, and coordinated defamatory videos and publications targeted at Sen. Ned Nwoko,” the statement read. “These actions appear calculated to create a…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the arrest of 44 suspected drug traffickers and the seizure of 2,059.83 kilogrammes of illicit substances in November. State Commander, Dr. Mitchell Ofoyeju, revealed this on Thursday during a press briefing in Benin, noting that the intensified, intelligence-led operations were aimed at ensuring a safe and peaceful yuletide season across the state. Ofoyeju said the arrests — comprising 21 men and 23 women — highlight both the scale of the agency’s offensive and a disturbing rise in female involvement in drug trafficking. “This…