Good morning in Nigeria. Welcome to Sunday, April 20, 2025 today’s Naija news roundup in Nigeria.
Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Tinubu’s special adviser on information and strategy, urged Nigerians to use the opportunities created by the president’s policy to improve their lives.
Naija News Onanuga said on Saturday that she commented on a video of a Nigerian claiming to win $200 million in hard crying.
In a video posted by the president’s spokesman on his Twitter handle, the businessman tells how he used Tinubu to sign a deal on his first business trip to Saudi Arabia involving exporting agricultural products and meat from Nigeria to the Middle East countries.
According to him, he currently has 500 workers and exports meat and other agricultural products to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He ordered Nigerians to use the opportunities the president has created through foreign travel to improve their lives.
Commenting on the video, Onanuga advised Nigerians not to lament about high food and hardships, but to use the opportunities created by the president to make money.
Farouk Aliyu, a close ally of former President Muhammadu Buhari, claimed that former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufaiis dishonest, and his loyalty is only related to the gains he has gained from politics.
Aliyu claimed in an appearance on Arise TV’s “Morning Show” on Friday that it would be an insult to the political leaders of the North and other politicians if El-Rufai President Bola Tinubu appointed him as minister.
Naija News The former governor was one of the people who initially supported President Tinobu’s bid, but has recently been opposed and criticized the Tinubu government.
He claimed that President Tinob was the worst Nigerians have ever experienced.
The presidency criticizes Labor (LP) 2023 vice presidential candidate, Yousuf Darria-Ahmedthrough comments on President Bora Tinubu’s political future.
Naija News Datti reportedly claimed that when appearing on TV’s political plan “Premier Time” on Friday, he claimed that if Tinubu was indeed a wise politician, he would not seek reelection in 2027.
He claimed that the time for Tinubu was already here, and he stressed that everything that presided over all Progressive Party (APC) was there to see that they would lose in 2027
In response, it is illogical, empty, and unreasonable statement to describe Datty’s remarks to Tinob in a statement by 𝕏𝕏.
Dare to laugh at Datti, who said listening to the former vice presidential candidate was a lasting torture, stressing that he and LP 2023 Flagbearer Peter Obi are the “double blow” in Nigeria’s political space.
The presidential aide further dismissed Dati’s suggestion that the precedent of Tinubu would prevent him from securing a second term, saying that the Labor chief deliberately ignored the track record of presidential performance and economic reform.
River Governor, Siminayai Fubara, In Easter message, he once again expressed his commitment to providing democracy and good governance to the people of the country, urging unity and reconciliation during the sacred period of Easter.
In a statement on Saturday in Port Harcourt, Governor Forbara stressed that Easter offers unique opportunities for reconciliation, recovery and reaffirming the values of peace and solidarity.
The governor’s message, signed by him personally, was extended to the people of Rivers with a warm Easter greeting.
He stressed that Easter’s meaning is reconciliation, unity and reaffirming common values and beliefs.
Labour Party (LP) has tried to distance itself from recent remarks made by its former presidential candidate Senator Datti Yusuf Baba-Ahmed, labeling it as “undemocratic” and potentially inciting actions against established authority in Nigeria.
The party also expressed concern over the direct threat from Abia Governor Alex Otti, warning that its national leaders could be at risk.
In a statement released by its national propaganda secretary on Saturday Dr. Arabambii, The party expressed “surprise” of Senator Baba-Ahmed’s continued description of the Tinob administration, especially at a gathering reportedly organized by Governor Otti and former presidents, for the former president. Peter Obi April 9, 2025, at Transcorp Hilton in Abuja.
“For our Labour Party, this statement is clearly inciting and calling for large-scale action against the authority that constitutes.” Dr. Abayomi said.
“We believe there are restrictions on the public’s sentiment towards a legitimate government.”
He quoted comments from a recent interview by Baba-Ahmed, who said: “The appointments they are making are fraudulent, the appointments they are going to issue are illegal. The government’s trap, they enjoy, destroy our country, waste our country, waste our resources, are just temporary.”
Former Social Democratic presidential candidate (SDP) Adewole Adebayo reiterated that beating the ruling party is not impossible.
The barrister Adebayo said the Nigerian people would pass a judgment on the right to rule. He explained this in his toss post while responding to the National Daily report.
The report describes the fate of opposition politicians in an attempt to frustrate President Bola Tinubu.
In response, he wrote: “We Nigerian people will shock businesses and power. Finally, one day, Leviathan’s arrogance will be sentenced by the public.
“The problem here is the definition of ‘opposition’. We oppose the system.”
Naija News Adebayo stressed on Thursday that defeating President Tinubu is not a serious task, the report said.
He explained that the sole role of his party is to show the people of Nigeria all the poverty policies of the Tinob government and to provide options on how to improve lives.
He added that the only way Tinubu won the 2027 election is to change his poverty policy and give Nigerians good governance.
The Central and North of the All Progressive Assembly (APC) Forum alleges Attorney General Abubakar Malami is responsible for everything that former President Muhammadu Buhari went wrong during his reign.
The forum accuses Marami of giving Buhari bad advice, adding that Nigerians are no longer interested in receiving letters from him.
They shared their reservations while responding to Marami’s submission to former Nasarawa Governor, Tanko al-Makura’s statement that the CPC will not join the coalition of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
Malami refuted a statement that in the APC led by AL-Makura, the CPC group announced its loyalty to President Bola Tinubu.
Marami insists that he is the Buhari camp of the CPC group, who can talk about whether it joins the opposition coalition rather than the Al-Makura group.
However, in a statement Friday, responding to the comments of the former minister, the North Central APC Forum said Marami lacked the credibility of representing the CPC group.
The forum pointed out in a statement signed by its chairman Saleh Zazzaga that Malami was linked to a large amount of luggage due to the actions of the Buhari government during the Buhari government.
Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate for the 2023 People’s Democratic Party, described the Federal Capital Territory Minister (FCT), NYESOM WIKE, as a traitor who is working to undermine the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
Recall that Vick said in a media chat in Abuja on Friday that the discussions about the removal of President Bola Tinubu were sincere, adding that selfish motivations drove those efforts.
Vick accused Atiku and others of avoiding the problems that plagued the PDP, adding that they were just interested in becoming president and were reluctant to work hard to establish the party.
Atiku responded to the allegations through his media aide Paul Ibe, who said Vick had no moral authority to discuss integrity and accused him of betraying the PDP.
Speaking to Punch, the former vice president argued that the alliance includes real Nigerians, committed to ending the APC’s governance style.
9. Bavaria and Heidenheim Thumping
Harry Kane scored his 24th league goal of the season after a 4-0 victory over Heidenheim on Saturday, bringing the German power closer to winning the Bundesliga title.
Naija News Kane was reportedly joined by Konrad Laimer, Kingsley Coman and Joshua Kimmich.
The victory pushed Bayern to lead nine points in second place Bayer Leverkusen, who will face St. Pauli on Sunday.
During the match, Bayern Munich’s British striker Harry Kane (R) celebrated his opening goal with his teammate German midfielder #45 Aleksandar Pavlovic in the German Division 1 Bundesliga in the German Division 1 Bundesliga, April 19, 2025, April 19, 2025.
“This is a very important step towards the championship.” Kimmickey told Sky Germany.
“We’re now 9 points ahead – Leverkusen has to win. But we’re not really looking at them. We have to win at least two games to secure the title.”
Bayern was ruthless in stabbing in the Champions League quarterfinals at Inter Milan on Wednesday. Kane is still seeking a first-team trophy for his career, winning the championship in reincarnation, slamming back home for 12 minutes.
The England captain joined Bayern in the summer of 2023 and now has 60 goals in his first 60 Bundesliga matches.
The family of famous Nigerian gospel singers, Old Popularly known as “Big Bolaji” or “Big B”, confirms the death of their beloved son, father, brother and singer.
Naija News The report said that Dabolaji died on Saturday, April 19, 2025 after a brief illness.
Shortly after the singer celebrated his 50th birthday in November 2024, it was a milestone in his career and life. His death caused a shock wave through the gospel music world, heartbroken by fans and colleagues.
His family made a statement about his death and was shared publicly by his colleague, gospel artist Beejaysaxb.
Dabolaji, Known for its powerful vocals and inspiring songs, it is a household name in the Nigerian gospel music industry. His music touches many people’s lives
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