Wednesday, 20 August 2025

πŸ“° Top Headlines in Nigeria Today, August 20 2025


πŸ”₯ Top Stories

πŸ—£️ Wike vs. Babachir: Tinubu’s Running Mate Drama

Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, claims former SGF Babachir Lawal is bitter over not being chosen as President Tinubu’s running mate in 2023.  

> “He thought he would be vice president. That’s why he’s angry,” Wike said. 

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πŸ›️ PDP Convention Confusion

Wike also denied knowledge of any planned PDP National Convention in Ibadan, dismissing rumors of a parallel convention.  

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✈️ NCAA Orders Phones Off During Flights

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) now mandates passengers switch off phones during takeoff and landing to curb unruly behavior.

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⚖️ NBA Demands Justice for Assaulted NYSC Member

The Nigerian Bar Association condemned the assault of Jennifer Elobor, an NYSC member in Anambra, calling for prosecution of the vigilante group involved.  

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🌧️ Flooding Sparks Infrastructure Concerns

Heavy rains have triggered flooding in several states, raising alarms over Nigeria’s drainage systems and food security.  

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🎯 Quick Hits


- Fuel Subsidy Fallout: Prices continue to rise as citizens adjust to subsidy removal.  

- Education Watch: ASUU warns of possible strike over unpaid allowances.  

- Tech & Innovation: Lagos startup launches solar-powered tricycles.


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Here’s your Naija Today Newsletter with a full blend of Politics and Sports, plus images to bring it to life πŸ“Έ. You’re all set for a sharp, scrollable read!

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πŸ”₯ Wike vs. Babachir: Tinubu’s VP Fallout

Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, revealed that Babachir Lawal is still bitter over not being chosen as Tinubu’s running mate in 2023.  

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πŸ—³️ PDP Convention Drama

Wike also denied knowledge of any planned PDP National Convention in Ibadan, dismissing it as media hype.  

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πŸ’Έ Pay Rise Controversy

Nigerians are rejecting proposed salary increases for Tinubu, Shettima, and Akpabio amid rising poverty and inflation.  

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⚖️ EFCC Probe: Wike Defends Tambuwal

Wike urged Nigerians to stop calling the EFCC’s probe of Aminu Tambuwal a witch-hunt, citing his own past arrest.  


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πŸ… Sports Spotlight


πŸ€ D’Tigress Make History

Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, clinched their fifth straight AfroBasket title, defeating Mali 78–64.  

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⚽ Flying Eagles Prep for AFCON

Nigeria’s U-20 team is set for a double friendly against Egypt ahead of the 2025 U-20 AFCON.  

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πŸƒ National Sports Festival Countdown

Athletes gear up for the 2025 National Sports Festival at MKO Abiola Stadium, Abuja.  


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🎯 Quick Hits

- NCAA Orders Phones Off During Flights to curb unruly behavior  

- NBA Demands Justice for assaulted NYSC member Jennifer Elobor  

- Anambra Youths Defend Peter Obi against political attacks

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