#ZAhmed2016: First Daughter Zahra Buhari Weds Ahmed Indimi - All the Photos!

The President of Nigeria, Mohammadu Buhari has tried to keep the wedding of his daughter Zahra Buhari to Ahmed Indimi as low key as possible, but photos emerged online of the celebrations which have now spanned several days starting from Wednesday with traditional rites. They started with the kamu, meaning “to catch” the bride with colourful elegant outfits celebrating their rich culture, and marked the wedding fatiha yesterday at the national mosque in Abuja. See all the photos below...

Reading Nigeria news online on Naij.com

It is no secret that Nigeria undergoes the fast process of development. Today this country is no longer on the outskirts of the world. In fact, it has become one of the largest newsmakers in Africa. Its economy has outgrown the one of South Africa and it is becoming one of the key affluent players in this region.

This is one reason why I have decided to write about the Naij.com and the importance of finding the latest Nigerian news on Naij. The other reason is that Nigeria is the country I love the best and presently living miles and miles away from it I still daily look up the latest Nigerian news online.

This Beautiful Portrait Of Rivers State First Lady Has Just One Flaw

The official portrait of Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike's wife, Eberechi Suzette Nyesom-Wike was recently released, but though the first lady is a very pretty woman, one flaw on the poster got people talking. Can you see what it is? Check below for the clue...

UK Woman Narrates How Nigerian Groom Confessed He Only Married Her For A Visa

Sales assistant Deana Charles has narrated her experience of a sham marriage starting from when she found her Nigerian groom texting another woman just half an hour after their wedding. She forgave him then, but couldn't overlook it when one year later, she found explicit messages he exchanged with another woman. When she confronted him, he admitted he only married her for a visa.

“My whole world came crashing down when I found out my marriage was a fake. I loved Ben with all my heart. We’d made loads of plans for the future and he seemed desperate to start a family."

Read the rest of the story as reported by The Sun UK below...

Goodluck Jonathan & Muhammadu Buhari Tour Aso Rock Hand in Hand - #ChangeIsHere

Outgoing President Goodluck Jonathan was photographed hand in hand with his incoming replacement as the two toured Aso Rock earlier today. The president also officially handed over the comprehensive report of his administration to President-elect Buhari at the State House in Abuja today, May 28th after the facility tour of Aso Villa. Outgoing ministers were present at the ceremony. More photos after the cut.

Thousands Sign Petition Against US Based Doctor Who Champions Igbo Massacre In Lagos

Before the governorship elections earlier this month, the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, made some remarks to visiting Igbo leaders in Lagos, threatening the lives of Igbos if they did not vote according to his wishes. This led to an online tribal storm as Yorubas and Igbos squared off against each other.

At that time, a Texas based cardiologist, Adeniran Abraham Ariyo, shared Oba Akiolu's post with accompanying comments that seemed to promote the slaughter of Igbo people in Lagos, like the xenophobic attacks currently going on in South Africa. He also added that they would get the same treatment in Abuja because of how they felt their business success should lead to political influence.

Nigerian and Proud! Marathoner Tee Morgan Is First Nigerian At The North Pole!

Wow, she did it! Remember Tee Morgan, that 42 year old mom of four who runs marathons? I shared her story back in March Here. Above is Tee, Nigerian and proud at the north pole! She shared the picture on her Facebook page with the caption;

Today I raised the Nigerian flag to become the first Nigerian to ever step foot on the North Pole and to run a marathon. Words fail me to express how am feeling. The weather was -41C. I fought really hard to finish this race. I am grateful to God for helping me.

Continue below for more pictures of her journey to the North Pole!

Eze Ndigbo Deserves Same Blame As Oba Akiolu - A Tale of Two Nonsense Leaders [Audio]

It is amazing how debased some Nigerians are, using archaic customs and superstitions to cloak incipient hatred and tribalism. ThisDay had earlier today reported that the Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu received a political delegation of Igbo lead­ers in Lagos State, and at the event, he warned them to vote the APC governorship candidate, Mr. Akinwunmi Am­bode, as the next governor of the state. To buttress his point, he called on his traditional powers over the Lagos Lagoon to drown his opponents.

While some denied the reports, Oba Akiolu himself said he was only relating a myth about the Lagoon. Now with the release of an audio of the event, it is clear to all that the Oba threatened genocide on Igbos in Lagos if they voted against his political choices. The Oba indeed said the Igbos will all die inside the Lagos Lagoon as his ancestors had proclaimed, and denigrated Igbo centers of commerce - Onitsha and Aba - also in the process.

WATCH! Interview With Aisha Buhari, Wife of the President-elect Of Nigeria

Hajia Aisha Buhari is the wife of the President-elect of Nigeria, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari, a mother and a business woman with qualifications and trainings in beauty and cosmetology. She also has an NCE Teacher's certificate, as well as a BA in Public Admin and a Masters in International Relations and Strategic Studies.

In this interiew, she talks about her background and marriage to the former head of state. She says she has not interest in the office of the first lady and would prefer to be a wife and champion other women with ideas to improve the lives of Nigerians. Watch her below..

Aisha Buhari Congratulates Husband, Prepares For APC Victory Party [Photos]

Aisha Buhari, Nigeria's first lady in waiting has tweeted her congratulatory message to her husband, President elect, Muhammadu Buhari, and also to those who made the victory possible.

“I am so proud of my husband and the team who have worked hard to make this happen. Nigerians are aware now more than ever that the people have the power to sway the fate of a nation. We must see this as a triumphant show of democracy, a change for the better. I am excited for the future of this nation as We now have a mandate for Change.I too have watched with bated breath as the results have been announced. It has been a gripping day for democracy in Nigeria.”

Meanwhile, the soon to be first lady is getting in some practice as the APC office in Abuja prepares to host a victory party soon. Photos below...

#NigeriaDecides - Initial 2015 Presidential Election Results Are Probably Fake

Using the #NigeriaDecides hashtag for wider reach, the official INEC Nigeria Twitter account has warned that no announcements for the 2015 Presidential Election Results be made by any third parties. However, their threat has not stopped some sites from releasing unverified and probably cooked up and fake results for the elections which just held yesterday.

While it is very likely that most results from polling stations have been counted, I find it stretching credulity that LG level and State level results could have been collated overnight. It is probably advisable for all to wait till INEC to release final results in 48 hrs as they promised. APC may find themselves to be rejoicing too soon if they go by these results below...

10 Very Important Safety Tips For The Upcoming Nigerian Elections

I saw this on Facebook, and knowing how various Nigerian media outlets have been hinting at insecurity around the forthcoming elections, I decided to share it here. Please my people in Nigeria, try to vote, but stay safe. These tips will help those who are not sure what to do. Take care.

1.  Food
Stock up on food and water (at least 1 week’s supply) in case Markets and stores aren’t open or you can’t go out. Prioritise non-perishable food like those stored in cans over fresh food that takes time to cook and requires freezing (in case the power in your area is cut off). Don’t forget about cooking Gas! Or Kerosene.

Buhari Meets 9-Year-Old Who Donated Lunch Money Savings To APC [Photos]

9-year-old Nicole Benson, who is a pupil of Greensprings School Lekki campus, made headlines when her letter to Fashola and APC went viral. The young pupil has now officially donated her lunch money to the party and had the opportunity of meeting Muhammadu Buhari, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Nicole made the donation of about N6,000 during the at a Town Hall meeting with Nigerian women on Thursday in Lagos, while she also read the letter she wrote a month ago to the All Progressive Congress (APC) Presidential campaign team. See more photos below...

Aishat Mustapha Fought With Married Lover Over Unplanned Pregnancy - Eyewitness

More details on the death of Silverbird staffer Aishat Mustapha [read original report with video] has emerged as an eyewitness has revealed that the murder was committed by a neighbour, a married man she reportedly got pregnant for. The married man is said to also reside in the same estate with Aishat, and had argued with her and threatened her after she said she will tell his wife about the pregnancy she had for him.

The man got angry after she said she will report to his wife and struggle ensued. It is assumed this must have been when she sustained the 11 stab wounds that were found on her. Moments after the neighbours said they heard the loud quarrel, Aishat ran out of the house, and it seems that while running she had fell into the gutter.

Patience Jonathan - “God Has Brought Down the Messiah… Goodluck is the Messiah”

The Nigerian first lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, is at it again. Speaking at the PDP women’s presidential rally in Ilorin yesterday, she stated that President Goodluck Jonathan is the Messiah, and that Nigerian women should vote for him. According to Punch, she said;

“Nigerian women, if they (APC) come, tell them that your mother said you should not listen to them. They have nothing to offer. They have nothing to give you, Nigerian women; because the battle has already been conquered, God has opened the way for us. God has brought down the messiah for us. And PDP is the messiah. Goodluck is the messiah.”

University Students Manufacture Eco Friendly Car In Nigeria

The Mechanical Engineering Department of the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Zaria, has produced a 90 percent locally sourced eco friendly car. Unveiling the car at the weekend, the Head of Department and Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Dr. Mohammed Dauda, told journalists that it was made from materials sourced from the local community.

My Covenant With Nigerians - Buhari

Dear Compatriots,

In the past few months that I have traveled round this country on campaigns, I have experienced the sheer beauty of our diversity. From Port Harcourt to Kano, from Abeokuta to Gusau, I experienced first-hand the daily sufferings and struggles of our people. I also experienced the overwhelming desire of our people for change.

When I arrived in Port Harcourt on the 5th of January to start my campaigns, I was met by our teeming supporters, who stayed till late in the evening to welcome us. Among them were many young men and women, who in the few minutes that I shared with them at the airport, made me to reflect on what kind of future awaits them in our country.

Patience Jonathan on President Goodluck's Re-election - 'We must complete our eight years'

First Lady Patience Jonathan has spoken out for her husband’s re-election at a women's rally in Benin, Edo State, where she insisted that President Goodluck Jonathan must complete a second term in office, saying, “everybody is staying there for eight years. Now it’s our turn. We must complete our eight years.” On APC taking her to the ICC for comments that purportedly seek to incite violence, she said;

“I am a peaceful person and I preach peace anywhere I go. They are looking for a fight; they are looking for war. They are troublesome people. That is why they went and took expired drugs. Now they are crying. They are the people stoning people and nobody talked.”

Viral Photos - Aisha Buhari Frys Akara, Buys Suya With Dolapo Osinbajo

This photo of a smiling and dressed down Aisha Buhari helping a road-side seller to fry akara has gone viral. The photo is part of street campaign this weekend in Abuja by wife of the APC Presidential candidate, with Dolapo Osinbajo, the wife of Vice-Presidential aspirant.

With one being Christian and the wife of a pastor, and the other married to a devout Muslim and also one herself, maybe these two women can show Nigerians how the two religions can cohabit peacefully and equally. Yesterday, a photo of the duo buying suya at a local motor park also swept the imagination of social media as it went viral. See below...

Four People Killed In Lekki Armed Robbery Attack - Photos + Video

Four people were killed yesterday after a gang of armed robbers invaded the branch of First City Monument Bank (FCMB) at Plot B, Waterfront Plaza, Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos state.

According to a witness, the four people were three police escorts of a passing civilian Coaster bus and a fish seller. The robbers, numbering at least 12, had arrived a few minutes before 5pm via a speedboat, and immediately began firing gunshots into the air.