Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension stands until Appeal Court verdict – NASS
The National Assembly has maintained that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension stands until the Court of Appeal delivers its verdict.
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Over 47,000 Nigerians became naturalized US citizens in four years…
The United States naturalized 47,819 Nigerian citizens between 2019 and 2023, with a record 14,438 taking the oath in 2022, making Nigeria a top source country for new Americans from Africa.
Nuno Espirito Santo sacked by Nottingham Forest after 21 months
Ange Postecoglou linked as Nottingham Forest seek new manager
Pastors say rapture will occur September 23…
Pastors and rabbis are predicting the Rapture on September 23, though critics warn the Bible says no one knows the date of Jesus’s return.
Nigeria Trade Union rejects Tinubu’s proposed 5% fuel tax, threatens nationwide strike
The Trade Union Congress has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Tinubu administration to scrap the proposed 5% surcharge on petroleum products or face a nationwide strike.
Nigerian News: Morning Headlines – 08 September 2025
Here is a summary of Nigerian news this morning.
Deadly Russian strike sets Ukrainian government building on fire
A deadly Russian attack set the Ukrainian government’s main building on fire. Ukrainian officials said it was the largest air attack of the war and left several dead, including a baby
German waiter fails attempt to carry 31 beer mugs for world record
A German waiter failed at an attempt to carry 31 beer mugs and set a world record
How Wike will deliver FCT for Tinubu’s 2027 Election – Analyst
An analyst, Donald Okwuosa, argued that Nyesom Wike’s political influence, wealth, federal backing, and infrastructural performance could help President Tinubu secure victory in the FCT during the 2027 election.
Outrage grows as governor silent on Edo attacks
Civil society groups demand action after eight NSCDC officers were killed and a Chinese national abducted in Edo.