Author: Naija Daily News

Renowned Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has issued a heartfelt and unreserved apology following an incident at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. In an official statement personally signed by the music icon, K1 addressed all parties involved, firmly maintaining that the contents of his flask—contrary to circulating claims—contained only water, not alcohol. He extended his sincere apologies to the Presidency, the Ministry of Aviation, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), ValueJet, and the general public. Below is the full statement: “The incident…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 66 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud in coordinated sting operations across Lagos and Ogun States. EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed the arrests in a statement issued Friday in Abuja. According to Oyewale, 55 suspects were arrested on Wednesday at K Hotel in Itori, Ewekoro area of Ogun State, while 11 others were picked up on Thursday at Tulip Haven, Chevron area of Lekki, Lagos. The arrests followed credible intelligence linking the individuals to various forms of online fraud. In Ogun, items recovered included six luxury cars,…

By Deborah Nnamdi A coalition of stakeholders and pro-democracy advocates in Rivers State has raised alarm over the proposed Local Government Council elections, describing the move as a direct threat to constitutional order and democratic governance. In a joint statement issued Friday and addressed to President Bola Tinubu, the group condemned the planned elections, which they said are being organized by a Sole Administrator with no constitutional legitimacy. They warned that proceeding with such an arrangement would deepen the state’s ongoing political crisis and further erode the rule of law. The statement was endorsed by prominent figures including Atedo Peterside…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued a public health alert over the growing risk of a Chikungunya virus outbreak in parts of the country. In an advisory released Friday via its official website, the NCDC revealed that recent epidemiological data points to an increased likelihood of outbreaks in certain states. Chikungunya is a viral illness spread mainly by Aedes mosquitoes—the same type responsible for transmitting dengue and Zika viruses. The disease typically causes sudden fever, severe joint pain, headache, muscle pain, fatigue, and skin rashes. While not usually fatal, the virus can…

By Deborah Nnamdi The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has reiterated his belief that he will die peacefully—on a Sunday, after church service and a meal of his favourite dish, pounded yam. Speaking during the fourth day of RCCG’s ongoing International Convention, themed “The Overcomers,” Pastor Adeboye shared his vision, emphasizing that death for those in Christ doesn’t have to come through suffering or prolonged illness. “I will die on a Sunday, after attending service, eat my beloved pounded yam, and then pass on—no sickness, no pain,” he said. The revered…

The Commissioner of Police for the Special Intervention Squad, CP Abayomi Shogunle, has explained the reason behind the detention of human rights activist and 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore. Speaking to protesters and journalists in Abuja on Friday, Shogunle stated that Sowore was arrested and detained after he allegedly refused to provide a statement during a police interrogation. Sowore had honoured an invitation from the Inspector General of Police Monitoring Unit at the Force Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, but was subsequently detained. His detention has sparked protests across the country, including in Lagos, Abuja,…

By Deborah Nnamdi Two men were abducted and another injured after gunmen attacked the Baba Ramo Fulani Camp near Isanlu Isin in Kwara State. Security analyst Zagazola Makama reported on X that the incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The attackers reportedly fired shots into the air before kidnapping two residents, identified as Ibrahim Nuhu and Musa Umar. During the assault, one person, Opeyemi Ibrahim, sustained a gunshot wound to the right thigh and was taken to Adeyemi Hospital in Omu-Aran for treatment. In response, local hunters and vigilantes launched a search operation in nearby bushes. They recovered eight…

By Deborah Nnamdi A family of four has died in Chatta village, Hawul Local Government Area of Borno State, in what is suspected to be a case of generator fume poisoning. The deceased have been identified as Yakubu Samanja, his wife Esther Yakubu, and their two children, Amos and Maryamu Yakubu. According to residents, the family may have died from inhaling toxic fumes emitted by a generator. A relative, Ibrahim Samanja, said he discovered the bodies on Tuesday morning after repeated attempts to reach the family failed. “I arrived around 7 a.m. and knocked several times with no response. That…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Air Component of the Joint Task Force, Operation Fasan Yamma (OPFY), on Thursday confirmed a major operational success with the neutralization of over 30 terrorists during a precision airstrike on 4 August 2025 in Zamfara State. According to a statement by Captain David Adewusi, Media Information Officer, the strike targeted a gathering of terrorists at the foot of Asola Hills in Yankuzo Ward, Tsafe Local Government Area, where they had assembled for a wedding ceremony. The operation, based on credible intelligence, focused on terrorists from the Faskari and Kankara axes of Katsina State and various locations…

By Deborah Nnamdi Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football has once again earned global recognition, as Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie and head coach Justin Madugu have both been nominated for top honours at the 2025 Ballon d’Or awards. Nnadozie, 24, has been shortlisted for the Women’s Yachine Trophy, awarded to the world’s best female goalkeeper, while Madugu is in the running for Women’s Coach of the Year—a testament to Nigeria’s commanding performance at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Captain of the Super Falcons during WAFCON, Nnadozie played a crucial role in Nigeria’s unbeaten run to a…