Good morning in Nigeria. Welcome Naija News Top newspaper headlines in Nigeria on Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Addressing political leaders in the north and south regions in Abuja on Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu stressed the urgent need to adhere to the rule of law in the River State to ensure lasting peace and prosperity.
At the Pandef, at a meeting with representatives and leaders of the Niger Delta, President Tinubu reiterated that respect for the judiciary is crucial to maintaining democracy and promoting harmony.
The president advises leaders to be more politically and economically broad, selfless, and focus on salvage the greater vision of the region to ensure respect for the judiciary’s interpretation of the constitution.
The president said stakeholders must sacrifice the state to move forward by recognizing the constitution.
Naija News reported that Tinubu hosted leaders of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (Pandef) at the Presidential Villa of Abuja on Tuesday.
Tinubu said he had foreseeed the current situation and urged them to return home and work for peace while upholding the rule of law.
Kaduna State former governor Nasir El-Rufai claims that the current government is a crisis that creates an opposition crisis.
Naija News reported that El-Rufai made this claim in a viral video online, while addressing some members of the Social Democratic Party (SDP).
The former government said the trend of jumping from court to court is to distract opposition leaders from their own functions.
According to El-Rufai, some people were signed to cause problems among the opposition.
Federal Capital Territory Minister NYESOM WIKE on Tuesday oversees the demolition of the Gishiri community part in Katampe district of Abuja.
During the exercise, Vick said the affected structure was built along designated road corridors, which left residents needing to be demolished after residents failed to relocate.
He recalled that the FCT government had awarded a contract for construction of the two-lane at Nnamdi Azikiwe Expressway, which was from Nicon Junction to Wole Soyinka Way and set a May completion target.
According to him, compensation funds have been provided and alternative relocation sites have been provided for affected residents.
However, he was disappointed that despite these regulations, many residents refused to accept compensation and relocate, thus postponing the project.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-uduaghan further expressed her dissatisfaction with Senate President Godswill Akpabio and reported her suspension of the inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU).
Naija News reported that the Senate suspended MP ROM KOGI state last week, claiming she violated regulations shortly after filing a petition from Senate President Akpabio.
Natasha, representing Kogi Central in the upper chamber of the National Assembly, described the Senate’s decision as “illegal” and showed the challenges facing Nigerian women.
In the IPU, Senator Natasha said: “I carry the heavy heart of Nigeria. But first, I want to apologize to honor Kathil Obara. I [0.6s] It’s not here to bring shame to our country. I am here to seek help for Nigerian women.
“Again, my name is Senator Natasha Akpti-Uduagen. Five days ago, on March 6, 2025, I was suspended. As a senator, I was suspended illegally because I filed a petition for sexual harassment against Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio.”
The House has directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to require Internet service providers to block access to all websites hosting porn and obscene content.
The directive also requires the NCC to force all Internet service providers to access such content without delay, NAIJA News reported.
The bill was sponsored by Dalhatu Tafoki, a member of the All Progressive Assembly (APC) from Casina State University, and was debated and adopted at a plenary meeting on Tuesday.
In filing the motion, Taffoki stressed that online pornography has become a growing global problem and that Nigeria has not yet taken enough measures to address it.
He stressed that Nigeria is a “highly religious country” and the main belief prohibits nudity and obscene content.
Tafouki further pointed out that several countries in Asia, Africa and the Middle East have enacted strict laws banning pornography.
Legislators cited warnings from psychologists and sociologists, highlighting the potential dangers of pornography, pointing out that it can lead to adultery, prostitution and addiction.
Experienced journalist and former President Dele Momodu asserted that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar remains the only Nigerian politician able to challenge President Bola Tinubu.
MOMODU said other politicians, including Labour’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, lacked the courage to face Tinub.
He also predicts that the federal capital’s territorial minister Nyesom Wike will eventually be abandoned by the president after achieving his political goals.
Momodu explained, “Yes, despite his past relationships, he doesn’t support President Tinubu, and he explained, “Yes, he helped me in the past, but I have done a lot of things for him before.” He is a very kind, generous person, but political? I can’t stand anything that implies that your words are legal and no one dares to challenge it. People argued with him, too. ”
A faction of Apex Igbo social and cultural organization Ohanaeze Ndigbo labeled former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai as political leprosy.
Naija News reported that the group is responding to El-Rufai’s defection from All Progressive Conferences (APCs) to Social Democratic Party (SDP).
In a statement Tuesday by national spokesman Chinenyeze Thompson Ohia, Ohanaeze described the former governor as an entity whose existence is not only harmful to SDP, but also embodies the principles of discord and marginalization that plague Nigeria.
According to the group, El-Rufai’s government is characterized by a widespread atmosphere of violence and persecution that affects the Igbo community and Christians in Kaduna.
It claims that under the government leadership between 2015 and 2023, Igbo and the Christian community suffered indescribable difficulties, including but not limited to targeted killings, systemic oppression and profound insecurity.
Nigerian singer Oludipe Oluwasanmi David (professionally known as Spyro) dismissed rumors about Nengi Rebecca Hampson, daughter of father Naija Star.
Naija News reported that Nengi recently announced that she welcomed her first child in February.
Spyro has previously revealed his obsession with Nengi, who shared photos of reality TV stars on his Instagram page and congratulated her new baby on the arrival of her new baby.
However, Spyro’s congratulations position sparked speculation that he is the father of a newborn baby.
On Tuesday, March 11, 2025, reacting to speculation through his Instagram story, “Who is your guy” Crooner wrote: “Nigerian, very ignorant. What is the reason why the rich get richer and the poor get poor…but, do I even know again? Congratulations again, my Nengs.”
At least three Arsenal players could face potential suspensions before the upcoming quarterfinal clash with Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid.
The Gunners are in a good position and can be promoted to the final eight games, leading the PSV 7-1 from the first leg of the last stop tie. Mikel Arteta’s roster will play the second leg in the UAE match on Wednesday.
Jurrien Timber, Gabriel Martinelli and Raheem Sterling currently use two yellow cards in the game, meaning they may miss the next game if they receive another reservation.
According to UEFA regulations, players who accumulate three yellow cards before the Champions League semi-finals will be suspended for one game. However, after the quarterfinals, any yellow cards will be reset.
Super Hawks head coach Eric Chelle officially announced his last player in 2026 against Rwanda and Zimbabwe in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match.
Eric Chelle’s Super Hawks’ choice reflects a blend of experienced international and emerging talents, aiming to secure Nigeria’s position in the upcoming World Cup.
The squad features goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali from Chippa United in South Africa and Kayode Bankole from Remo Stars. Both goalkeepers have shown complimentary skills and toughness in their respective leagues.
In defense, the roster includes experienced players such as William Ekong, Al-Kholod FC for Saudi Arabia, as well as Calvin Bassey from Fulham FC and Olaoluwa Aina from Nottingham Forest, all compete in the competitive Premier League.
The squad also welcomes Bruno Onyemaechi from Olympia, Greece, bright Osayi-Samuel from Fenerbahce, Turkey, and Igoh Ogbu, defender of the Czech Republic in SK SLAVIA PRAGUE, who all contributed a diverse experience to the Baker Line.
The outstanding talents of Leicester City’s Wilfred Ndidi and Fulham Football Club’s Alex Iwobi strengthened the midfield, both known for their tactical intelligence and playing skills.
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