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The president assured that Nigerians, despite President Bora Tinubu’s absence in the country, remained fully engaged in Nigerian governance while in France.
Naija News reported that this came a few days after former Anambra Governor Peter Obi and other relevant Nigerians demanded Tinubu to return to northern Nigeria insecurity.
However, in a statement on Thursday, April 17, 2025, the President’s Special Adviser for Information and Strategy said that Tinob’s absence is still temporary and is consistent with the communication timeframe of about two weeks.
He said Tinob has been in constant communication with key government officials to oversee key national affairs, including directives to the security chief to address emerging threats in certain parts of the country.
Onanuga added that Tinubu returns to Abuja and the recovery work of Aso Villa will be in Aso Villa after the Easter holiday ends.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, confirmed that the gunman attacked her family residence.
Naija News reported that the gunmen attacked the family home of Kogi State Assemblyman on Tuesday.
Natasha’s chief press secretary Arogbonlo Israel confirmed the attack in a statement to Naija news on Thursday, condemning the attack on Senator’s family home in Obeiba-Ihima.
He said it appeared to be a direct attack on Senator Akpoti-uduaghan’s brave stance on Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas asserted that the National Assembly is the lowest-funded branch of the Nigerian government.
He unveiled on Wednesday on three legislative digital platforms created by the Center for Policy and Legal Advocacy, which he expressed in Abuja with the assistance of the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Abbas, represented by Amadi Victor Obuzor, a member of the federal voter of Ahoada West/Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni, stressed that, contrary to popular opinions, the legislature faces significant financial restrictions.
Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar has provided a brand new latest news on the delay in appointing ambassadors and revealed that the list submitted to President Bola Tinubu includes more political appointees than professional diplomats.
Tuggar explained in an interview with Premium Times that although the ambassador’s nominee’s name had been forwarded to the president a year ago, delays occurred due to the president’s concerns about economic reform and other key state affairs.
He further clarified that the list was submitted shortly after Tinob’s inauguration, when the president considered more urgent macroeconomic reforms to be preferred.
These reforms, such as the removal of petrol subsidies and the flotation of Naira, have been key in the early stages of shaping the Tinubu government. However, although the list was originally submitted, no appointments have been made.
Despite these setbacks, Tigga assured that the appointment of the ambassador would be completed soon.
Tuggar offers more insight into the submitted list, which is composed of professional diplomats and political appointees, who outnumber the former.
Electricity Minister Adedayo Adelabu announced that about 150 million Nigerians are currently enjoying enough electricity, while 80 million continue to experience unreliable electricity supply.
Naija News reported that Adrab shared this information at a ministerial department update meeting in Abuja on Thursday, April 17, where he joined other important stakeholders, Mohammed Malagi Idris, the Minister of Information and Ethnic Training.
Adrab attributed this progress to Nigeria’s participation in the Mission 300 initiative, a collaborative effort between the World Bank and the African Development Bank (AFDB) to ensure electricity to reach 300 million Africans by 2030 to 2030.
He stressed that the plan sets ambitious goals to improve electricity, promote renewable energy use and enhance clean cooking solutions for millions of Nigerians.
According to Nigeria’s Adelabu, the population is over 240 million and currently provides enough electricity to 150 million people. However, he stressed that the problem is not only the access rights, but the “reliability” of that access rights.
The 9th Court of the Apapa Magistrates Court, Orege, sitting at the Sikiru Adagun Courthouse in Orege, has acquitted and discharged Nigerian young man Alabi Quadri, who became a national symbol of courage during the 2023 election.
Naija News reported that Quadri was boldly standing in front of Peter Obi’s campaign squad, conspiring to commit felony and armed robbery.
The court ruled that Quadri had no answer after months in the Kirikiri prison in Lagos, marking his legal victory.
His case was originally scheduled for a hearing on April 28, 2025, but the court accelerated the lawsuit at the request of human rights lawyer and activist Inibehe Effiong and the court-granted Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
Quadri first caught the eye during the tense period of the 2023 presidential election, when viral videos showed him a teenage boy at the time standing fearlessly in front of Peter Obi’s campaign convoy. Many Nigerians interpreted his actions as a symbol of youthful rebellion and hoped to be in a political environment full of accusations.
In a heart-warming encounter at Old Trafford, Manchester United gained its position in the 2024-2025 UEFA Eurepa League semifinals, overcoming Lyon’s fierce challenge.
The second leg ended Manchester United 5-4, resulting in the Premier League Giants winning a 7-6 victory with a score of 7-6.
After 2-2 in the first round, Manchester United approached the second round with determination and urgency.
With the imminent punishment, the scene was delighted with Manchester United fans. In the downtime (120+1′), Harry Maguire became an unexpected hero, returning home to the last minute champion, with an exciting 5-4 victory that night and a total of 7-6 wins.
Nigeria head coach Aliyu Zubairu’s Flying Hawks released a 24-man, upcoming Cup of Under 20 Africa Nations (AFCON).
The Flying Eagles include Captain Daniel Bameyi, goalkeeper Ifeanyi Harcourt and forward Kparobo Arierhi. Other notable inclusions are: German-based striker Benjamin, TSG Hoffenheim’s Emmanuel Chukwu and Croatian Side NK Uljanik Pula’s Caleb Ochedikwu.
Zubairu’s choice is a choice that balances local and international talent, aiming to win the eighth Continental Championship when the race begins in Egypt within 10 days.
Flying Eagles, seven-time African champion and two-time FIFA Under 20 World Cup runner-up will leave Nigeria on Sunday.
They plan to have a series of warm-up matches in Egypt for the team opening match against Tunisia in Cairo on Thursday, May 1. Nigeria will then face Morocco on May 4 and then have a final group conflict against Kenya on May 7.
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo and her ex-husband Ademidun Ojo have begun the difference to celebrate their daughter Priscilla Ojo’s trip to Tanzanian singer Juma Jux.
Naija News reported that the former couple appeared in a match with traditional outfits to commend Yoruba Customs and demonstrated a strong front for their daughter’s big day.
In a video circulating on social media, Priscilla’s father wearing Agbada was found next to Iyabo, and they showed off their dance moves together.
The event was held in Lagos State and has many Nigerian celebrities, friends and family of the couple.
Nollywood actress Angela Okorie vows to never show off her man on social media until she gets married.
Naija News reported that the movie star was known for her failed romantic relationship with her in a post on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
Angela revealed that she recently broke up with her boyfriend due to alleged cheating with other Nollywood girls.
Thespian said she was dating the “enemy” because the person was not what he claimed.
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