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Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Saturday, 9th August 2025.
1. K1 De Ultimate Apologises To FG, Keyamo, Others Over Airport Incident
Fuji music legend, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, also known as K1 De Ultimate, has apologised over the row involving him and the ValueJet crew at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on August 5, 2025.
Naija News reports that the music legend tendered the apology in a statement he personally signed on Friday.
He expressed regret over the controversy the incident raised, maintaining that the content of the flask he carried that day was water and not alcohol.
Marshal said: “The incident that occurred at the local wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport was, to say the least, unfortunate.
“Unknown to many, I suffer from chronic dehydration, and my doctor strongly advised that I remain constantly hydrated. This is why I always carry a water flask with me.
“Contrary to the negative narrative being circulated in some quarters, the flask contained only water, not alcohol.”
The musician said that the flask was empty during two separate security checks and was only filled with water at the airport lounge before he proceeded to the tarmac, stressing that he had not yet boarded the aircraft, “let alone being deboarded.”
K1 De Ultimate apologised to the Presidency, the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, ValueJet, and Nigerians at large.
2. Police Release Omoyele Sowore
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has reportedly released activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore.
Naija News reports that this was made known on Friday night by Sowore via his verified social media handles.
The activist also addressed his supporters and well-wishers live via Facebook shortly after regaining his freedom.
He wrote: “Nigeria Police Force has capitulated to the demands of the revolutionary movt, I have been released from unjust, illegal & unwarranted detention. However, it is nothing to celebrate, but thank u for not giving up. You’ve all seen the power of unity #RevolutionNow.”
Recall that the Commissioner of Police in charge of the Special Intervention Squad, CP Abayomi Shogunle, had explained the circumstances surrounding the continued detention of the human rights activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Omoyele Sowore.
Speaking on Friday, Shogunle stated that the activist was being held in connection with two separate petitions filed against him.
3. WAEC Admits Marking Errors, Releases Updated 2025 WASSCE Results
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has admitted to marking errors in the serialised objective questions in the recently released West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) 2025 results.
Naija News reports that the examination body disclosed this during a briefing with journalists on Friday.
Speaking with journalist in Lagos, Head of National Office (Nigeria) Dr Amos Dangut, said with the review, 62.96 percent of the candidates who sat for the examination had credits and above in a minimum of five subjects including English Language and Mathematics.
Dangut apologised for technical infractions in the marking of exam scripts.
He identified the error in the previous results of 754,545 candidates, representing 38.32 per cent of candidates, who obtained credits and above in a minimum of five (5) subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
He added that the reviewed results showed that 1,239,884, representing 62.9 per cent of the candidates, obtained Credits and above in at least five subjects.
The HNO expressed that WAEC felt sorry for the previous error, which was caused by the mistakes from the team of service providers that marked the Objective part of the English Language examination.
He noted that the regional exam body was deeply sorry for the errors, urging candidates to check the fresh results 48 hours later.
4. 2027: PDP Talks Tough, Vows To Deal With Members Endorsing Tinubu For Re-election
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has cautioned some of its members endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-election in 2027, saying such actions represent anti-party activities.
The PDP further stated that the activities of such members constitute a serious threat to the stability and sustainability of the party.
The statement issued on Friday by the PDP National Working Committee (NWC), via its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, warned that those endorsing Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) would face stiffer sanctions if they do not desist immediately.
Naija News reports that the PDP leadership urged its members to instead focus on holding a successful National Convention scheduled to be held on the 15th and 16th of November, 2025, in Ibadan, the Oyo State Capital.
5. 2027: Jonathan Offering Peter Obi Ministerial Position – Kachikwu
Former presidential candidate of African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dumebi Kachikwu, has claimed ex-Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is being pressured to drop his 2027 presidential ambition.
Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Kachikwu claimed that former President Goodluck Jonathan offered Peter Obi a slot as Coordinating Minister of the Economy if the former Anambra State governor withdrew from the 2027 race to back him.
According to him, Northern elites have drafted Jonathan into the presidential race to weaken the South, adding that Obi was also told that he cannot get Northern votes because he is an Ibo man.
He called on all Nigerians to resist Atiku and his co-travellers who don’t believe in an equitable Nigeria.
6. Tinubu Surpassed PDP’s Eight Years In Two Years Despite Taking ‘Tough Decision’ – Bwala
Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has stated that his principal’s achievements in the past two years have surpassed those of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during its first eight years in power.
Naija News reports that Bwala, in a post via 𝕏, said the PDP government under former Presidents, Olusegun Obasanjo and Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, enjoyed foreign debt forgiveness, unlike Tinubu, who has had to contend with repaying such debts.
Bwala argued that Tinubu assumed office under far more challenging conditions than the PDP met when it came to power in 1999, yet he has made significant strides in the economy, security, and governance.
According to the presidential aide, the return to democracy in 1999 earned Nigeria global sympathy, support, and aid, whereas Tinubu has had to prove himself on the global stage without such goodwill
Bwala further stated that security was mismanaged by the PDP heads of government, resulting in the creation of Boko Haram, but in two years, insecurity had degraded to an extent that people can see the path to ending it.
7. NNPCL Raises Petrol Price To ₦945 Per Litre
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has again increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) across its retail outlets nationwide, marking the second upward adjustment in just four days.
According to The Daily Post, on Friday, it was revealed that NNPCL stations in Kubwa, Lugbe Expressway, Wuse Zone 4, and Wuse Zone 5 in Abuja now sell petrol at ₦945 per litre. The exact price was recorded in NNPCL outlets in parts of Nasarawa and Kogi states.
Confirming the hike, the National Chairman of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), Abubakar Maigandi, said the new price took effect on Friday morning.
“The latest increase in NNPCL petrol pump was implemented this morning. I cannot tell the reason,” Maigandi stated.
The adjustment comes barely two days after NNPCL reduced its pump price to ₦900 per litre, down from ₦955 traded on Monday, August 4.
Naija News reports that the frequent changes follow the Dangote Refinery’s decision to raise its ex-depot price from ₦820 to ₦850 per litre.
As of Friday evening, MRS and Bovas filling stations were dispensing petrol at ₦885 and ₦895 per litre respectively. Other outlets such as Optima, Ranoil, AA Rano, and NIPCO sold between ₦950 and ₦955 per litre.
8. Chioma’s Parents To Reportedly Miss Her Miami Wedding Over 5-Year Visa Ban
Chioma Avril Rowland, the wife of popular singer, Davido, is reportedly facing a challenge with her upcoming white wedding in Miami, Florida.
According to blogger Stella Dimokokorkus, her parents and sister might not attend the event because of issues with their US visitor visas.
Naija News understands that the problem started after Chioma’s family travelled to the United States after the couple’s traditional wedding held in Lagos in June 2024.
It was reported that they stayed beyond the allowed six months, leading US immigration officials to cancel their visas and impose a five-year ban on their re-entry.
Chioma’s father, who was expected to escort her during the white wedding planned for Saturday, is now unlikely to be present.
This absence has also reportedly raised concerns about the care of Chioma and Davido’s twins born in 2023, as her parents had been helping with childcare.
Those close to the family said the visa rules were explained to Chioma’s relatives when they received their permits, but the extended stay led to the current situation.
9. KWAM 1: “Nigerians Behave Like Animals” – Kate Henshaw
Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has reacted to the controversial airport incident involving Fuji artiste, Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1.
Naija News reports that the thespian raised concern about aviation safety in Nigeria, asking why the singer should be standing dangerously close to an aircraft whose doors were closed and engines already started.
According to multiple reports and video footage, K1 De Ultimate was standing directly in front of the aircraft on the tarmac when the pilot began taxiing.
He immediately ducked and moved aside to avoid being struck by the wing, which saved him from serious injury.
Reacting, Henshaw said that such leniency likely would not be extended to regular Nigerians, saying that the public and officials too often allow exemptions for high-profile individuals while lowering standards for everyone else.
She wrote: “Anyhowness of this country!! How is a passenger allowed to stand so close to an aircraft whose doors have closed, engine started & it’s ready for takeoff? If na ordinary Nigerian like me now, agenda go agend. Make we continue to move like we are in the zoo pls! It suits us.”
10. Chelsea Announce 2025/26 Squad Numbers Ahead Of New Premier League Season
Chelsea have confirmed their squad numbers for the 2025/26 Premier League season ahead of their pre-season friendly against Bayer Leverkusen at 7 p.m. later tonight, August 8.
Chelsea announced the full list on their official website, with new arrivals and existing players assigned their respective shirt numbers.
Jorrel Hato has been given the number 21 jersey, while Gabriel Slonina will wear number 44. Other notable allocations include Pedro Neto taking the number 7 shirt, Liam Delap wearing number 9, and Estevao assigned number 41.
That’s the top Nigerian newspaper headlines for today. Read more Nigerian news on Naija News. See you again tomorrow.
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