Author: Naija Daily News

By Deborah Nnamdi The Nigerian health sector is bracing for further disruption as nurses in federal health institutions embark on a seven-day nationwide warning strike starting from midnight, Tuesday, July 29, 2025. The industrial action follows the expiration of a 15-day ultimatum issued to the Federal Government by the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM). According to emerging reports, the strike will be total, with no skeletal services available. Nursing services are expected to be completely shut down in all federal health institutions, including teaching hospitals and Federal Medical Centres across the country. A circular announcing the strike…

The Labour Party, under the leadership of Senator Nenadi Usman, has sharply criticized President Bola Tinubu for rewarding Nigeria’s female national football team, the Super Falcons, in United States dollars rather than the Nigerian Naira. In a strongly worded statement signed by Ken Asogwa, Senior Special Adviser (Media) to the party’s Interim National Chairman, the party described the president’s action as “utterly shameful” and a betrayal of national economic principles. “It is regrettable,” the statement reads, “that the president—the primary custodian and presumed chief ambassador of the Nigerian Naira—opted to reward our gallant Super Falcons in foreign currency.” The statement…

By Deborah Nnamdi Tragedy struck the Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State after a 26-year-old man, identified as Daniel, allegedly beheaded his 15-year-old brother, Emmanuel, in a suspected ritual killing. Both brothers were sons of a senior police officer serving in the community. In swift retaliation, enraged youths reportedly lynched Daniel after discovering the horrific act. The incident, which occurred on Monday evening, has plunged the agrarian community into shock and mourning. According to a local resident, Roland Akinkunmi, Daniel lured his younger brother to the banks of the secluded Origbara River before committing the crime. “An indigene who…

A wandering elephant from a government-reserved forest reportedly attacked and killed a farmer, Musa Kalamu, in Itasin-Imobi, Ijebu East Local Government Area of Ogun State. According to reliable sources, the tragic incident occurred on Monday when the wild elephant invaded Kalamu’s farm and fatally attacked him. Residents say the elephant has been a recurring menace in the community for over four years, damaging crops and fishing nets. “This elephant keeps coming into our community to destroy our crops, damage our fishing nets, and now, it has taken a life,” a concerned local lamented. The people of Itasin-Imobi have called on…

A large group of Ghanaians recently held protests against Nigerians, accusing them of involvement in widespread prostitution and ritual killings within Ghana. In a video that went viral on Tuesday, protesters were seen carrying placards with messages such as: “Stop armed robbery and violent attacks,” “Our health is at risk due to mass prostitution,” “Who protects the rights and freedoms of Ghanaians?” “Nigerians are kidnapping people for rituals,” and “Our children are going missing because of Igbos,” among others. The demonstrators also displayed a photo of a man reportedly killed by a Nigerian in the Accra area. In the footage,…

The Presidency has defended President Bola Tinubu’s $100,000 reward to the Super Falcons, describing it as well-deserved—especially when compared to the N150 million grand prize awarded to the winner of the reality TV show Big Brother Naija. Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, addressed criticisms over the cash gifts given to Nigeria’s women’s national football team following their recent victory. In a tweet on Tuesday, Onanuga highlighted the contrast between Tinubu’s reward for the Super Falcons and the prize money from Big Brother Naija, suggesting some Nigerians had failed to appreciate the President’s gesture. He wrote:…

By Deborah Nnamdi Nigerians have taken to social media to celebrate President Bola Tinubu’s generous gesture towards the Super Falcons following their dramatic victory at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. To mark Nigeria’s 10th WAFCON title, President Tinubu on Monday hosted the team at the Presidential Villa, conferring national honours of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) on all 24 players and the 11-member technical crew. In addition, each player received a three-bedroom apartment and a cash reward of $100,000. Technical crew members were each awarded $50,000. The announcement sparked scenes of joy…

By Deborah Nnamdi Cupid has struck once more for former Aviation Minister and prominent political figure, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, as he ties the knot with Adaugo, a 29-year-old entrepreneur from Abia State. Fondly known as FFK, Fani-Kayode formalized his relationship with Adaugo in a traditional marriage ceremony after more than two years of courtship. Adaugo, who runs a flourishing interior design business, is described as a devout Pentecostal Christian, a graduate of a leading private university, and a reserved personality known for her humility and grace. Those close to the couple speak of a genuine connection grounded in mutual respect…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 32 individuals suspected of internet fraud in Bauchi State. According to a statement released on Monday by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, the suspects were apprehended on Friday by operatives from the Commission’s Gombe Zonal Directorate. The arrests took place in the Sabon Kaura and Gwalameji areas of Bauchi, following credible intelligence linking the individuals to online fraud. Recovered items include 15 iPhones, nine Samsung phones, one Infinix phone, three Redmi phones, two iPads, eight laptops, and four Neonx Auto bikes. Other seized items were a Peugeot 406 car,…

Photo: SP Bright Edafe, PRO, Delta State Police Command By Deborah Nnamdi The Delta State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old woman, Merit Alice, for allegedly faking her kidnapping to cover up the misappropriation of N3.6 million entrusted to her by her brother. According to police reports, Alice confessed to diverting the funds—originally intended for the purchase of a tricycle—towards lavish expenses for her bridal shower and hotel accommodation for friends during her wedding in March. As pressure mounted from her brother demanding a refund, Alice said she conspired with two accomplices to stage her abduction. In a statement shared…