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Nigeria News Headlines Today. Good morning, Nigeria! Welcome to StartSmart Nigeria’s roundup of the top newspaper headlines across the country for today, Monday, 28th April 2025.
1. Opposition Parties Struggle As Politicians Defect To APC – Presidency
The Presidency has dismissed concerns over politicians defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC), calling it a normal political trend. Special Adviser Bayo Onanuga clarified that President Bola Tinubu is not orchestrating a one-party system, noting that recent defections—like those of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and ex-PDP Vice Presidential candidate Ifeanyi Okowa—have unsettled opposition parties. He emphasized that Tinubu remains committed to strengthening democracy, not undermining it.
2. APC Chieftain: Wike, Bode George, PDP Governors Secretly Backing Tinubu’s Re-election
Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, a senior APC figure, has alleged that key PDP members, including FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and Bode George, might be quietly supporting President Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. Eze urged the Tinubu administration to prioritize governance over electioneering and called on Nigerians to critically assess the internal struggles facing the PDP.
3. JAMB Replies Peter Obi Over UTME Early Timing Allegation
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, criticized JAMB for allegedly scheduling exams too early and causing student hardships. JAMB has rebutted the claims, clarifying that exams start at 8:00 AM, not 6:00 AM, and that early arrivals are necessary for proper verification and seating arrangements.
4. APC Warns VeryDarkMan Over Comments Against Senate President Akpabio
The APC’s South-South Zonal leadership has given social media activist, VeryDarkMan (Martins Otse), a seven-day ultimatum to apologize for his remarks against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. This follows a viral video where the influencer criticized Akpabio’s trip to the Vatican amid domestic crises
5. NDLEA Seizes ₦1.042 Billion Canadian Loud, Millions of Tramadol Pills
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) made a massive drug bust, seizing ₦1.042 billion worth of Canadian Loud cannabis at a Lagos hotel and intercepting over two million tramadol pills across Kano and Jigawa States. Additionally, three Ghanaian nationals were arrested for cross-border drug trafficking.
6. Dele Momodu: I Would Rather Retire Than Join APC
Veteran journalist and politician, Dele Momodu, has firmly rejected any suggestion that he might defect to the APC, insisting he would rather retire from politics. Momodu stressed that political turbulence is common and that the PDP will survive its current challenges just as other parties have evolved over time.
7. Remo Stars Win First-Ever NPFL Title After Beating Niger Tornadoes
Remo Stars made history by clinching their first-ever Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title after a 1-0 victory over Niger Tornadoes. Olamilekan Muhammed Adedayo’s late strike ensured that the Ogun State-based club remained uncatchable at the top of the league standings
8. Liverpool Crowned 2024/2025 Premier League Champions After Thrashing Tottenham
Liverpool FC secured their 20th Premier League title in stunning fashion, hammering Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 at Anfield. Goals from Luis Díaz, Alexis Mac Allister, Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah, and an own goal by Destiny Udogie sealed Liverpool’s place in football history under manager Arne Slot.
9. 2Face’s Mother Finally Meets Natasha After Months Of Family Tension
Nigerian music icon 2Face Idibia has reunited with his mother, Rose Idibia, alongside his partner Natasha Osawaru, after earlier family disagreements. A newly surfaced video shows a heartwarming meeting, suggesting that prior tensions around the relationship might have ease
10. Ayinla Kollington Denies Ignoring Kwam1 During His Mother’s Passing
Fuji music legend, Ayinla Kollington, has denied claims by Kwam1 (King Wasiu Ayinde) that he ignored him during his mother’s death. Kollington insisted that he tried several times to reach Kwam1 but his calls were unanswered, hinting at tensions between the two music veterans.
That’s all for today’s top headlines. Stay tuned to StartSmart Nigeria for daily updates on the latest news across politics, business, entertainment, and sports!
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