NaijaBuzz

Fresh Naija News • Football • Gossip • Entertainment • World Updates
Breaking: Tension as several US warplanes crash in Kuwait, see scary video

Breaking: Tension as several US warplanes crash in Kuwait, see scary video

Naija News • 5h ago

Tensions rise in the Gulf as multiple United States (US) warplanes crashed in Kuwait in the Middle East, with footage of the incidents trending online....

Read Full Story →
‘I’m FCT gov’ – Wike defends curfew during council election

‘I’m FCT gov’ – Wike defends curfew during council election

Naija News • 5h ago

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has explained why a curfew was put in place during the local council elections in the FCT. Defending the curfew, Wike said he has the authority as the “governor of the FCT” to impose a curfew. Speaking during his monthly media chat in Abuja on Monday, […] ‘I’m FCT gov’ – Wike defends curfew during...

Read Full Story →
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s assassination will likely backfire. Here is why

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s assassination will likely backfire. Here is why

World • 5h ago

Assassinations provide a short-term political boost but lead to long-term disaster....

Read Full Story →
NPFL 2025/2026: Okara Targets Top-Nine Finish With Bayelsa United

NPFL 2025/2026: Okara Targets Top-Nine Finish With Bayelsa United

Football • 5h ago

Bayelsa United Head Coach, Meremu Okara, has shifted his focus to a possible top-nine finish after a pyrrhic 1-0 victory over Rivers United in Sunday’s 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 28 fixture at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa, Completesports.com reports. The Pride of Rivers defender, Emeka Temple, scored an own goal 12 minute...

Read Full Story →
Ireti Kingibe will not return as FCT senator, I stand by it – Wike vows

Ireti Kingibe will not return as FCT senator, I stand by it – Wike vows

Naija News • 5h ago

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has reiterated that Senator Ireti Kingibe will not return as the senator representing the FCT. Speaking during a media chat with journalists in Abuja, Wike stated that the senator lacks accountability and delivery of public service. “Senator Ireti Kingibe won’t come back as senator of […] Ire...

Read Full Story →
India, Canada aim for trade pact by year end, agree uranium deal

India, Canada aim for trade pact by year end, agree uranium deal

World • 5h ago

Bilateral trade expected to hit $50bn by 2030, says Indian PM Modi as he hosts his Canadian counterpart, Mark Carney....

Read Full Story →
Lady posts video showing Portable's unexpected move onboard a plane

Lady posts video showing Portable's unexpected move onboard a plane

Naija News • 5h ago

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian lady boarded the same with singer Portable. Netizens reacted massively to the post....

Read Full Story →
Full breakdown: IFJ releases final list of 128 journalists and media workers killed in Israel war

Full breakdown: IFJ releases final list of 128 journalists and media workers killed in Israel war

Naija News • 5h ago

The IFJ has released its final 2025 list confirming 128 journalists killed, with the Middle East worst affected and urgent calls for action in 2026....

Read Full Story →
Ayade @58: Otu Celebrates Ex-Governor’s Visionary Legacy

Ayade @58: Otu Celebrates Ex-Governor’s Visionary Legacy

Naija News • 5h ago

Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has extended warm and effusive felicitations to his immediate predecessor, former Governor Ben Ayade, as he marks his 58th birthday, describing him...

Read Full Story →
The rise in war bets

The rise in war bets

World • 5h ago

Al Jazeera's Linh Nguyen explains the rise in betting on war....

Read Full Story →
Several US Warplanes Crash In Kuwait

Several US Warplanes Crash In Kuwait

Naija News • 5h ago

The Iranian attacks have so far killed five people in the Gulf, according to authorities, including one person in Kuwait. The post Several US Warplanes Crash In Kuwait appeared first on Channels Television ....

Read Full Story →
BREAKING: FG approves transition period for direct oil revenue payments into federation account

BREAKING: FG approves transition period for direct oil revenue payments into federation account

Naija News • 5h ago

The Federal Government has approved a transition period for the implementation of direct payments by oil contractors into the Federation Account under the recent Executive Order 9 issued by President The post BREAKING: FG approves transition period for direct oil revenue payments into federation account appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....

Read Full Story →
Find out more as another Nigerian state set to launch its own airline

Find out more as another Nigerian state set to launch its own airline

Naija News • 5h ago

Sokoto State’s backed Caliphate Air is working on kicking off domestic passenger and cargo flights from Abuja, has secured its ATL, and is pursuing AOC approval....

Read Full Story →
Kigali Is Hosting One Of the Biggest Fintech Conversations In The World This March 2026

Kigali Is Hosting One Of the Biggest Fintech Conversations In The World This March 2026

Gossip • 5h ago

All eyes in the fintech world will be on Kigali this March 10–12, 2026. And it is not just because of the location. The city will be hosting a major global fintech gathering that brings together founders, investors, regulators, builders and policymakers to talk about what’s actually working in financial technology and what needs to […] The post Kigali Is ...

Read Full Story →
Nigerians will massively vote for me if I contest presidency – Wike

Nigerians will massively vote for me if I contest presidency – Wike

Naija News • 5h ago

The Federal Capital Territory, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has expressed optimism that he will overwhelmingly defeat any opponent if he contests for presidency. Wike, who made the assertion on Monday during a media chat with selected journalists, said Nigerians love him. “Nigerians still love me, and if I run for the presidential election, they will […] Niger...

Read Full Story →
Ondo: Police direct worship centres to Install CCTV amid rising security concerns

Ondo: Police direct worship centres to Install CCTV amid rising security concerns

Naija News • 5h ago

The Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, Adebowale Lawal, has directed worship centres across the state to install Closed-Circuit Television, CCTV, systems as part of measures to enhance the security of their premises. According to Lawal, the installation of CCTV in worship centres and other public places is an executive order that has been in […] Ondo: P...

Read Full Story →
EPL: Silva applauds Iwobi’s stunning strike vs Tottenham

EPL: Silva applauds Iwobi’s stunning strike vs Tottenham

Naija News • 5h ago

Fulham head coach Marco Silva has applauded Alex Iwobi’s stunning strike in the club’s home win against Tottenham Hotspur, DAILY POST reports. The midfielder netted the second goal in Fulham’s 2-1 win at the Craven Cottage on Sunday. Iwobi side footed home from outside the box in the 34th minute of the encounter. It was […] EPL: Silva applauds Iwobi’s stun...

Read Full Story →
Premier League clubs with the most Red cards in a single season

Premier League clubs with the most Red cards in a single season

Entertainment • 5h ago

The Premier League has seen some outstanding records over the years since its inception in 1992, with some clubs building unwanted reputations for discipline issues in certain campaigns. Most times Red cards can reflect aggressive tactical approaches, they often end up costing teams valuable points. Here’s a look at the clubs that hold the record […] The p...

Read Full Story →
Group reaffirms commitment to Tinubu’s re-election

Group reaffirms commitment to Tinubu’s re-election

Naija News • 5h ago

The Director-General of BTO for PBAT 2027, Ogbeni Adesuyi Adojutelegan, has reiterated the group’s commitment to grassroots mobilization ahead of the 2027 general elections, emphasizing that Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election The post Group reaffirms commitment to Tinubu’s re-election appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....

Read Full Story →
Include us in Anioma State, Ika Igbo in Edo tell FG, NASS

Include us in Anioma State, Ika Igbo in Edo tell FG, NASS

Naija News • 5h ago

Ika Igbo-speaking communities in Edo State have declared their full and unwavering support for the creation of Anioma State and its zoning to Nigeria’s South-East geopolitical zone, while firmly demanding The post Include us in Anioma State, Ika Igbo in Edo tell FG, NASS appeared first on The Nation Newspaper ....

Read Full Story →