Ikorodu City Set to Face Shooting Stars in Highly Anticipated NPFL Derby This weekend, the South-West Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) will see Ikorodu City take on Shooting Stars in a thrilling derby match at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos. The Oga Boys are riding a wave of momentum, having gone unbeaten in their…
The funeral procession of Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, the former Chief of Army Staff, arrived at the National Military Cemetery in Abuja at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, marking the beginning of the burial ceremony according to traditional military protocol. The ambulance transporting the body was met with solemn reverence, as the pallbearers prepared to place…
APC and PDP Give Thumbs Up to INEC Election Preparations Members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have expressed overall satisfaction with the preparations for Saturday’s election, declaring that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has done a commendable job. Representatives of both parties in Owo…
The Amavubi, Rwanda’s national football team, touched down in Uyo, Nigeria today, as they prepare for a high-stakes 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against the formidable Super Eagles. This pivotal match is a must-win for the East African team, who face a uphill battle to reach the 2025 tournament. Last Thursday’s narrow 1-0 loss…
Bayelsa State Postpones School Resumption Due to Flooding In response to the ongoing flooding that has affected many schools in the state, the Bayelsa State Government has announced a one-week extension to the resumption date for all public and private secondary and primary schools. Initially scheduled to resume on November 18, schools will now reopen…
Niniola, a Nigerian singer-songwriter, has made the conscious decision to maintain her independence in the music industry, opting to reject record label offers that would have restricted her creative freedom. Despite numerous approaches from various labels, Niniola has chosen to stay true to her artistic vision and maintain control over her music. In a recent…
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde Sees Ondo Election as a Turning Point for Nigeria Naijawebinfo reports that Governor Makinde recently sent out a newsletter, “It’s Time to Make a Bold Statement,” where he emphasized the importance of the upcoming Ondo State election. In the newsletter, Governor Makinde urged Ondo State residents to participate in large…
Gernot Rohr Expects Nigeria to Play Key Role in Benin Republic’s AFCON Qualification Hopes In the wake of their hard-fought 1-1 draw against Nigeria, Benin Republic coach Gernot Rohr and his squad are focused on the tasks ahead. The match in Abidjan saw the Benin Republic take an early lead through Mohamed Tijani’s impressive 16th-minute…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, believes that the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has received a crown of righteousness from the Lord. On Friday, Tinubu paid tribute to the late general at a memorial service, which was attended by top government officials, including the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike….
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, Appoints Hon. Gani Audu as Chief of Staff Naijawebinfo reports that Hon. Gani Audu has been appointed as the Chief of Staff to Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State, effective immediately. This announcement was made public on Friday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, in a statement. The…
Nigerian Girls Rescued from Trafficking in Ghana A joint operation between the Nigerian Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Ghanaian Anti-Human Trafficking Police, Rescue Live Foundation International, and NIDO Ghana has led to the rescue and repatriation of 13 Nigerian girls from Ghana. This brings the total number of victims rescued since July 2024 to 163. The girls,…
Bayer Leverkusen Congratulates Nigeria’s Super Eagles on 2025 AFCON Qualification The reigning Bundesliga champions, Bayer Leverkusen, have extended their best wishes to Nigeria’s Super Eagles and their star striker Victor Boniface on their successful qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Super Eagles, who have won the tournament three times, secured their…
Femi Fani-Kayode Questions Israel’s True Nature, Draws Unflattering Parallel Femi Fani-Kayode, former Nigerian Aviation Minister, expressed his concerns regarding the Israeli government under Benjamin Netanyahu. In a candid social media post, Fani-Kayode paints a grim picture of modern-day Israel, describing it as a violent and apartheid-ridden state. Accusing Netanyahu’s leadership of cruelty, barbarism, and racism,…
Oyo APC Questions Governor Makinde’s Budget Proposal, Demands Transparency Naijawebinfo reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has expressed concerns over the 2025 budget proposal presented by Governor Seyi Makinde to the state House of Assembly. The governor submitted a budget of ₦678.86 billion, referred to as the “Budget of Economic Stabilisation,”…
Nollywood actor Ugezu Jideofor Ugezu’s candid thoughts on Nigerian politicians A recent post on his Instagram page has shed light on the filmmaker’s candid thoughts on Nigerian politicians, sparking interesting discussions among netizens. Ugezu shared his observations, questioning the peculiar pattern of politicians speaking the truth about national issues only after leaving office. He expressed…
The road to Morocco is getting clearer, as four teams – Nigeria, Gabon, South Africa, and Uganda – officially booked their spots for the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON). The tournament, hosted by Morocco, is rapidly taking shape. In a thrilling encounter, Tunisia pulled off an astonishing 3-2 win over Madagascar, scoring a dramatic…
Silverbird Group Founder Ben Murray-Bruce Opens Up about Devastating Business Ventures Gone Wrong At a recent conference in Lagos, Nigeria, the renowned media mogul and former Bayelsa State Senator shared heart-wrenching stories about the financial losses he had endured due to poor investments. One of the most painful experiences he recounted was his $3.5 million…
