News About Nigeria has put together the latest news in Nigeria today, September 5th, 2023, to ensure you stay atop trending news and happenings in Nigeria.
PEPT: Tinubu Will Not Influence Tribunal Verdict, Says Presidency
Umar Bangari, the Court of Appeal’s Registrar, stated earlier on Monday that the Tribunal would issue its rulings on the cases it had heard contesting Tinubu’s election victory on February 25, 2023. Read More
Bolanle Ninalowo Says His Marriage Didn’t End Because Of Infidelity
Last week, the actor announced the dissolution of his 18-year marriage to his wife, Bunmi, with whom he shares two children. Read More
Ayra Starr Expresses Disappointment With Headies 2023 Award
Venting her annoyance on X, she wrote, “I will never be grateful for winning a category that wasn’t even deemed fit to be announced on stage!” Read More
Warning Strike: NLC Boycotts Meeting With Labour Unions
In response to the current hardships being faced by Nigerians, the NLC announced on Friday, September 1, that workers around the nation should begin a two-day warning strike on Tuesday, September 5. Read More
Nottingham Forest Owner Sets Sights On Becoming Dominant Force In English Football
The recent transfer deadline day saw Nottingham Forest bolster their squad significantly with the arrival of seven new players, including notable names such as Divock Origi, Ibrahim Sangare, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Nicolas Dominguez. Read More
Chisora Shares Insight As Ngannou Gears Up To Face Fury In Crossover Bout
Despite his own losses to Fury, Chisora believes Ngannou has what it takes to emerge victorious, particularly under the tutelage of boxing legend Mike Tyson. Read More
Destined Kids’ Rejoice Iwueze Welcomes First Child With Husband
Rejoice, who got married in November 2022, shared the news on Sunday, September 3, via her Instagram page. Read More
New NNPP Vice Chairman Labels Kwankwaso “A Liability”
Speaking in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, Ajirotutu accused Kwankwaso of exploiting the party’s reputation by forming alliances with other political parties and their candidates for personal gain. Read More
Presidential Election Tribunal To Televise Sept 6 Judgment
“In a bid to promote transparency and openness, these judgements will be televised live by interested Television stations for the public to follow,” a statement by the Appeal Court chief registrar partly read. Read More
PEPT Set Date For Judgment On Obi, Atiku’s Petitions Against Tinubu
The court also considered petitions from the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) against Tinubu’s election victory and consolidated all three cases. Read More
NCPC Leader Affirms Christians’ Safety, Support Under Tinubu’s Administration
Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Rev. Pam expressed his appreciation for the federal government’s “excellent support” to the NCPC, which serves as the sole facilitator of Christian pilgrimages in Nigeria. Read More
Labour Unrest: Banks To Go On Strike Tuesday, Wednesday
This directive was issued by the National Union of Banks, Insurance, and Financial Institution Employees (NUBIFE), with a memo bearing the signature of the union’s General Secretary, Mohammed I. Sheikh, dated September 2, 2023. Read More
DSS Alleges Plot To Stage Violent Protests Across Nigeria
The DSS disclosed this in a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer Peter Afunanya, on its official X account, revealing that such protest aims to discredit the Federal Government and security agencies on several socio-economic issues. Read More
9.2 Trillion SHIB Tokens Worth $72.3M Transferred From Major Crypto Exchange
As the new month begins, a total of 9,246,061,354,748 SHIB tokens valued at $72,391,161 have been transferred from the Bitvavo exchange to an unknown wallet. Read More
Nigerian Crypto Enthusiasts Defy Regulatory Challenges, 76% Hold Digital Assets – ConsenSys Survey
Nigeria’s cryptocurrency community has not only showcased their awareness but also their enthusiasm for digital assets. Read More
Fidelity Records PBT of N76.3B For H1 20233, Declares Interim Dividend of 25 Kobo Per Share
Fidelity Bank’s balance sheet remained strong with a 27.4% growth in Total Assets from ₦3.9trillion in December 2022 to ₦5.1trillion. Read More
Dollar to Naira Black Market Today, September 4th, 2023: Insights and Analysis
The Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, September 4th, 2023, at the parallel market popularly known as the black market is now N917. Read More
Davido’s Aide Isreal DMW Addresses Marriage Crisis Rumour
A controversial blogger had alleged that Israel and Sheila were facing marital difficulties, primarily due to Israel’s inability to provide support. Read More
VIDEO: Tacha Calls Out Organisers for Hosting Headies Award in US
In a video that surfaced on social media, Tacha voiced her discontent with the decision to hold the award ceremony outside of Nigeria, particularly in the United States. Read More
NANS Warns DSS Against Intimidating Students During UNILAG Fee Hike Protest
The union’s Public Relations Officer (PRO), Giwa Temitope, issued the warning in a statement that was made available to News About Nigeria, asserting that the students have the right to peacefully protest. Read More
