Author: Naija Daily News

By Deborah Nnamdi The National Association of Aircraft Pilots and Engineers (NAAPE) has called on the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to reverse the suspension of a ValueJet captain and first officer involved in the August 5 incident at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, which featured renowned Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (K1 De Ultimate). NAAPE argued that the disciplinary action taken against the pilots was unjust, asserting that the primary fault lay with the passenger, who has since been placed on a no-fly list and faces potential prosecution, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). NAAPE President, Galadima…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has formally exited the Road Infrastructure Development and Refurbishment Investment Tax Credit Scheme—an initiative launched under the Buhari administration—after investing a total of $577.6 million and ₦822.3 billion over 16 months. This development marks a significant policy and operational shift for the state-owned oil giant, which says it will now redirect its focus toward its core commercial and energy operations amid growing pressure to improve profitability and efficiency in the post-Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) era. The Road Infrastructure Tax Credit Scheme, introduced in 2019, allowed private companies to fund critical road projects…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of 93 youths suspected of involvement in internet fraud in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. The arrests were made during a midnight raid carried out in the early hours of Sunday at a party tagged Wet & Rave Splash Extravaganza, held at the OOPL Rounda fun spot. A viral video circulating online showed partygoers fleeing the venue as EFCC operatives stormed the area. The Managing Director of OOPL Ventures, Vitalis Ortese, acknowledged the incident but provided limited details, saying: “Yes, they did. There was an incident…

By Deborah Nnamdi Security operatives in Zamfara State have successfully rescued the kidnapped family members of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Malam Mohammed Abubakar Nakwada. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, who disclosed the development in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, the victims — Sadiya Nakwada, Aisha Nakwada, and Abubakar Dan Fulani — were freed during a coordinated operation involving tactical teams from the Zamfara State Police Command and the Special Tactical Squad of the Force Intelligence Department, Force Headquarters, Abuja. Makama also reported that five suspects — Hamza Umar, Abubakar Abdullahi, Aisha Umar, Mohammed…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested the founder and General Overseer of The Turn of Mercy Church, Prophet Adefolusho Aanu Olasele (alias Abbas Ajakaiye) for orchestrating multiple illicit drug shipments into Nigeria. The cleric, who had been on the run for months, was apprehended on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at his church located along Okun Ajah, Ogombo Road in the Lekki area of Lagos. NDLEA operatives waited until the conclusion of a worship service before taking him into custody. According to NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi, Prophet Adefolusho fled to Ghana in June after two significant seizures of…

By Deborah Nnamdi igerian music sensation Mr Eazi and actress Temi Otedola have officially tied the knot in an intimate wedding ceremony held in the scenic city of Reykjavík, Iceland. The couple exchanged vows at the iconic Hallgrímskirkja Church, a landmark known for its striking architecture and panoramic views of the Icelandic capital. The ceremony, which took place in early August, was attended by a select group of family members and close friends — in line with the couple’s long-stated desire for a private and personal celebration. Viral videos from the event began circulating on social media shortly after the…

by Deborah Nnamdi Award-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter Tiwa Savage has opened up about her past relationship choices, admitting that she made mistakes by dating men who were not as financially stable as she is. In a recent candid conversation with British media personality Zeze Mills, the ‘Koroba’ crooner shared that she’s entering a new phase in her life—one where financial compatibility is no longer optional, but essential. “I used to make the mistake of dating down,” Savage revealed. “I would say things like, ‘I don’t care if you’re not making money, it’s about love.’ But now? No. I think…

Nigeria’s external reserves have surged to an eight-month high of $40.15 billion, providing a much-needed buffer for the economy and contributing to the relative stability of the naira across both official and parallel foreign exchange markets. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) confirmed the latest reserves data, indicating a steady build-up that reflects improved foreign exchange inflows and policy reforms aimed at strengthening the country’s balance of payments. On Friday, the naira closed at N1,533.56 per dollar at the official Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), while the parallel market rate remained steady at around N1,560 per dollar. Despite the…

NNPC Retail Limited has taken decisive disciplinary action following a viral video that allegedly captured a fuel pump attendant attempting to defraud a customer at one of its stations in Ikorodu, Lagos. In response to the incident, the company announced the immediate dismissal of the pump attendant involved, while the station manager has been suspended pending further investigation. The video, which quickly gained traction on social media, sparked widespread public outcry and renewed calls for greater accountability in the downstream petroleum sector. In a statement issued on Friday, NNPC Retail emphasized that the actions taken reflect its zero-tolerance policy toward…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Mapo Grade A Customary Court in Ibadan has officially dissolved the 10-year marriage between Mrs. Abibat Oladimeji and Mr. Nurudeen Oladimeji, citing persistent interference from the husband’s mother as the root cause of irreconcilable differences. In her ruling, the court president, Mrs. S.M. Akintayo, declared the marriage had broken down beyond repair, noting that Abibat had moved out of the matrimonial home and no longer had affection for her husband. “The court cannot force the petitioner to stay in a marriage she no longer wants. The union is hereby dissolved,” Akintayo stated. The court awarded custody…