Author: Naija Daily News

Why be on TikTok just to scroll, scroll, when you can use the time to earn good money? Once known solely for its viral dances and short-form entertainment, TikTok transformed into a multimillion-dollar industry and a powerful money-making platform. From content creators to small businesses, the app offers a wide range of opportunities to earn real income—if you know how to use it strategically. Here is how to flip the button and turn the app from a source of entertainment by monetising your presence on TikTok in 2025. 1. Build a niche audience Before monetising, focus on growing a loyal…

By Deborah Nnamdi A Magistrate Court II in Adamawa has ordered the remand in prison custody of a 20-year-old alleged drug dealer identified as Abdullahi Bawa for stabbing his friend, Baba Ali, to death. Bawa allegedly stabbed his friend with a pair of scissors during a quarrel over a hard drug known as diazepam. The presiding magistrate, A. M.Adamu issued the remand order after he was arraigned before the court by the Adamawa State Police Command. The prosecutor, Inspector Nanugi Tayeri, who described the defendant as a serial offender, informed the court that he committed the crime on the 25th…

By Deborah Nnamdi The trend of opposition members defecting to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) appears to be reaching the inner circle of the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi. According to Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser on Media and Policy to President Bola Tinubu, some individuals appointed by Obi are currently in discussions about joining the APC. Bwala specifically claimed that one of Obi’s handlers is already in APC, while “the second handler is in talks” with party leaders. He further revealed that one of Obi’s media aides has expressed interest in joining the party. He said, “Governors are…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Benue State Government has made history by launching a fleet of solar-powered electric taxis, signaling a major leap toward sustainable, low-cost transportation and job creation within the state. In partnership with Esse Mobility, the groundbreaking initiative introduced Nigeria’s first commercial solar taxi service, which began operations in Makurdi, the state capital. According to a report by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the service will expand to other cities, including Otukpo and Vandeikya, shortly. During the official unveiling, Esse Mobility’s founder, Mr. Okey Esse, described the project as a landmark in Nigeria’s clean energy journey, emphasizing…

By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Tinubu has announced a ban on the importation of foreign goods that can be locally produced in Nigeria, unveiling a new industrial policy aimed at boosting domestic production and economic self-reliance. The decision, made during Monday’s Federal Executive Council meeting at the Presidential Villa, also restricts the hiring of expatriates for jobs that Nigerian professionals and artisans can perform—unless explicitly approved by the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP). Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, who briefed reporters after the meeting, described the initiative as a bold economic shift. He said the new framework,…

By Deborah Nnamdi A police officer has drawn widespread criticism on social media following the emergence of a video showing him tying the shoelaces of Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, the national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The footage, which went viral on Monday, captures Ganduje standing as the officer kneels to adjust his shoe—a scene that has sparked a wave of backlash online. Many Nigerians expressed concern over a uniformed officer performing such a personal task, saying it compromises the dignity and professionalism expected of law enforcement. While some speculated that Ganduje may hold personal significance in the officer’s…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has refuted claims circulating in the media that the arrest of social media personality Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), was due to multiple petitions from various individuals. In a statement posted on its official Facebook page on Monday, the Commission labeled the report—originally published by BBC News Pidgin—as false, urging the public to disregard the information. According to the BBC News Pidgin article, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale allegedly confirmed VDM’s arrest and stated that he would be released upon meeting bail conditions, with the case expected to proceed…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination results. This medium highlights the step-by-step guide on checking this year’s JAMB result via the website and the SMS options. See the processes below: First, Visit the JAMB eFacility Portal Open a web browser and visit the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board’s eFacility portal at https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/login. Enter your login details: Here, you’ll need to provide your email address and password you used during registration.Once you’ve entered the required details, click on the “Check UTME Results” button. Your UTME score for each subject taken…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed the arrest of social media influencer Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, stating that it is in connection with multiple petitions filed against him. EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale told BBC News Pidgin on Monday that Otse was taken into custody over allegations of cyberstalking raised by several complainants. He said, “We arrested him to respond to a series of allegations raised against him by some petitioners. “We will release him when he meets the bail conditions and we will take the case to court as soon as possible;…

By Deborah Nnamdi A four-bedroom flat at No. 1 Happiness Close, Akufo Estate in the Elebu area of Ibadan was gutted by fire in the early hours of Monday. Mr. Yemi Akinyinka, General Manager of the Oyo State Fire Services Agency, confirmed the incident, stating that emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following a distress call received at 1:13 a.m. Upon arrival, firefighters found the residential building engulfed in flames. They quickly moved to contain the blaze, successfully preventing it from spreading to nearby structures. The fire service team also rescued the occupants of the building, and no casualties…