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The suspended Chairman of the Senate Committee on Diaspora and NGOs, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central), has sparked fresh debate over gender dynamics in Nigeria’s legislature with a biting and satirical “apology” to Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The apology, laced with irony, comes amid a turbulent relationship between the two, further intensifying discussions on sexism and power struggles in Nigerian politics. In the ‘apology’ letter dripping with sarcasm, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan mocked the Senate President, offering a theatrical apology for what she described as the “grievous crime” of maintaining dignity and self-respect in his presence. In her message, she turned…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has sharply criticised former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over comments he made about Nigeria during a recent appearance at Johns Hopkins University in the United States. He slammed the former governor for ‘increasing poverty in Nigeria, stating that poverty rose to about 60% in Anambra State under Obi, whom he also said failed to build any school or hospital in his two four-year tenure as governor. “Under Peter Obi, poverty in Anambra increased,” Sanwo-Olu said. “In 2007, when Obi took office, the poverty rate was 41.4%. By 2009, it…

…Conclave to elect new Pope set for May By Sadeeq Kamsela with agency report Cardinals of the Catholic Church are convening in Rome to determine the date for a papal conclave that will elect a successor to Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21 at the age of 88. The conclave is anticipated to commence on May 7, 2025, following the conclusion of the Vatican’s nine-day mourning period. As dozens of red-robed cardinals—referred to as the “Princes of the Church”—gathered at the Vatican at 9 a.m. local time on Monday, Vatican observers suggest that the secretive voting process to…

By Deborah Nnamdi the Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 16-year-old boy, Solomon Ibiwoye, for carrying a firearm in the Ebute-Ero area. The arrest was confirmed by Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who took to X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday to commend the vigilant residents for their quick action in reporting the incident. “Kudos to observant Lagosians who noticed 16-year-old Solomon Ibiwoye with a firearm and discreetly alerted Ebute-Ero Police Division,” Hundeyin wrote. According to Hundeyin, a subsequent search of the teenager’s home led to the recovery of a locally made firearm and an unexpended cartridge. “The…

By Deborah Nnamdi President Bola Tinubu, on Sunday, told the opposition parties in the country to lick their wounds and stop blaming him for their alleged gross incompetence in managing the affairs of their party. The President also said politicians changing party affiliation is not new or peculiar to Nigeria, pointing out that in more advanced democracies, there are ready examples of notable politicians, statesmen, and women who changed their parties. The President, who spoke via a statement issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, wondered why the defection of some members of the ruling party, the All Progressives Congress, APC,…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Lagos State Police Command has arrested 35-year-old Mrs. Adeola Adewale for allegedly poisoning 65-year-old Mr. Adebayo to death in a service apartment in the Abule-Egba area of the state. According to a statement from the police spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, on March 27, 2025, Adeola and Mr. Adebayo rented a service apartment together. However, a few hours later, Adeola left with Adebayo’s car and personal belongings, telling the housekeeper she would return shortly. Later, during a routine check, Mr. Adebayo’s lifeless body was discovered in the apartment. An empty syringe, two empty malt drink cans, and…

The 17th edition of the Headies Awards took place on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos, honoring the brightest talents in the music industry. Key winners of the night included Zerry DL, Tems, Flavour, Rema, and Davido. The glamorous event drew a crowd of prominent figures from both the entertainment and political spheres, with Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in attendance. The red carpet also saw appearances from Tanzanian singer Juma Jux and his wife Priscilla, actress Nancy Isime, Bamike Olawunmi-Adenibuyan (BamBam), socialite Cubana Chief Priest, and Big Brother Naija 2021 winner White Money. Among…

File photo: Mac-Albert Hengari, By Deborah Nnamdi Namibia’s Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Mac-Albert Hengari, has stepped down just 27 days into his term after being arrested on serious criminal charges. According to the Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), the arrest was confirmed by Presidential Press Secretary Alfredo Hengari. The minister, appointed on March 22 by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, was detained on Saturday alongside another individual. Police Inspector General, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, stated that formal charges would be filed on Sunday, with Hengari expected to appear in court on Monday. Although specific charges were not initially disclosed,…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a consignment containing 46 wraps of cocaine, weighing 547 grams, hidden in body cream and bound for Saudi Arabia. This was revealed in a statement released on Sunday in Abuja by Femi Babafemi, NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy. According to Babafemi, the interception comes just a week after NDLEA operatives with the Directorate of Operations and General Investigation (DOGI) uncovered 20 parcels of cocaine concealed inside religious books, also en route to Saudi Arabia via a logistics firm in Lagos. The latest seizure occurred on Wednesday, April 23,…

By Didimoko A. Didimoko, Asaba A strong crisis is brewing in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State following last week’s defection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and key members of the sinking Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), including all chairmen of the 25 local government chapters, to the APC. Naija Daily News’ investigation revealed that, contrary to the governor’s claim, many long-time members of the PDP are not happy with the decision and are now considering pulling out of what one considers “a strange alliance.” Political analysts in the state said that how the matters involved are resolved would determine…