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At Kaduna rally, Tinubu rules out return to fuel subsidy
President Bola Tinubu has ruled out a return to fuel subsidies, insisting that his administration’s economic reforms will eventually deliver prosperity and better living conditions for Nigerians.
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Toluwanisings: Tope Alabi threatens legal action over ritual killing allegations
Streaming numbers don't reflect musical quality – Music producer, Ozedikus
Tinubu mourns Francis Duru, says Nollywood has lost a gem
1989–2026: Francis Duru bows out after over three decades in Nollywood
For more than three decades, Francis Duru was a familiar face in Nigerian cinema.
Nollywood mourns as actor Steven Echendu dies
The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the reported death of actor Steven Echendu, coming shortly after the passing of veteran actor Francis Duru.
Sanxingdui: China’s first AI film opens to weak ticket sales
China’s first fully AI-generated feature film has opened in cinemas amid weak advance ticket sales, raising questions about whether the country’s growing enthusiasm for artificial intelligence will translate into demand for AI-made movies.
Nigeria Rugby League begins in November – NRFF
The federation disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday after an emergency board meeting in Abuja, where members deliberated on the format and organisation of the proposed league.
World Wrestling Championships: Team Nigeria departs for Astana
Bidding farewell to the team before their departure, President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Bashir Adeniyi, charged the wrestlers to represent Nigeria with pride and strive for victory in the championships.
Messi wins 2026 Princesa de Asturias sports award
Lionel Messi has credited his father’s insistence for his attendance at the ceremony where he received the 2026 Princesa de Asturias Award for Sport, despite concerns about his football schedule.
Vogue Singapore withdraws article misrepresenting Gele
According to a group of Diaspora Yoruba lawyers, Yoruba Rights Advocates (YRA), the article, written for the magazine by one Ify Ubby, compared "Yoruba and Igbo styles," thus suggesting a parallel evolution, along with other misrepresentations of the centuries-old Yoruba tradition
Misappropriate Yoruba origins of Gele, risk jail term — Lawyers warn
YRA is a coalition of Diaspora lawyers and professionals advocating for Yoruba Rights, cultural heritage and the fair recognition of Yoruba contributions to global culture.
Genuine love shows commitment – Pastor Bolaji Idowu tells singles
Pastor Bolaji Idowu has advised singles to be wary of relationships that remain undefined for long periods, arguing that genuine love should come with a willingness to commit.
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Troops rescue over 70 abductees, recover N10m ransom
Nigerian troops rescued more than 70 abducted persons and recovered N10m in suspected ransom during nationwide security operations conducted between October 15 and 22, the Defence Headquarters has said.
Tinubu seeks second term, promises more roads, jobs, security
The President blamed previous administrations for the hunger and poverty criticised by opposition parties, saying his government was working to address the challenges.
Troops neutralise 15 terrorists in Borno air strike
Capt. Mohammed Goni, Acting Military Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), disclosed this in a statement in Maiduguri on Saturday.
Nigeria, France seek UN action against terrorist bombs
Representatives of France and Australia identified Nigeria as a partner in advancing the resolution addressing the dangers posed by improvised explosive devices.
US may strike Iran this weekend — Ambassador
The United States has left open the possibility of striking Iran as soon as this weekend, raising the prospect of renewed military action despite President Donald Trump’s earlier indication that no attack would take place before the November 3 midterm elections.
China unveils 8-point plan to strengthen global governance
Chinese President Xi Jinping has unveiled eight measures to advance global governance reforms, calling for greater multilateral cooperation, equitable representation and stronger international institutions.
Tax reforms: Ombud urges fair treatment of taxpayers
Nigeria’s new tax reforms risk losing public confidence if revenue authorities continue to impose arbitrary assessments, multiple levies and inconsistent enforcement, the Chief Executive of the Office of the Tax Ombud, Dr John Nwabueze, has warned.
Poultry farmers seek urgent action as feed costs hit 75% of production
Poultry farmers in Nigeria have called for urgent government intervention to reduce feed prices, improve access to affordable loans and address shortages of day-old chicks, warning that rising production costs and other challenges threaten the sector’s sustainability.
CBN clears JPMorgan to establish merchant bank in Nigeria
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has granted JPMorgan approval-in-principle to establish a merchant bank in the country, taking the global financial institution a step closer to expanding its operations in Africa’s largest market by population.
Ebola outbreak: FUTH Lafia scales up preparedness measures
Dr Anazodo Michael of the hospital’s Department of Epidemiology and Community Medicine disclosed this to newsmen on Saturday in Lafia.
AAU graduate seeks support for rare reproductive surgery
A 31-year-old Guidance and Counselling graduate of Adekunle Ajasin University (AAU), Alade Omowumi, has appealed to Nigerians for financial assistance to complete treatment for a congenital reproductive condition that has left her unable to menstruate normally.
1,220 sacked teachers beg Kwara gov for reinstatement
Some 1,220 disengaged teachers in Kwara State have appealed to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq to reinstate them, citing prolonged uncertainty and the hardship their families have faced since their dismissal.
Edo Assembly moves to consolidate education laws
The Chairman, House Committee on Education, Donald Okogbe, disclosed this at a Legislative Roundtable on Education Reform organised by the committee in Benin,on Friday.
TETFund names Redeemer’s Health Village centre of excellence
The Federal Government has approved Redeemer’s Health Village Robotic Surgery Academy as a Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Centre of Excellence, guaranteeing full tuition scholarships for qualified medical professionals enrolled in its specialist training programmes.
Alia directs electricity restoration in Benue without delay
"Families, traders, artisans, students, hospitals and small businesses are all affected, and we feel your pain," the Commissioner, Information and Orientation, Hon. Chief Solomon Iorpev, said in a statement on Saturday.
Eko Power assures solar users of no penalties
Mr Abiola Aloba, General Manager, Corporate Communication Unit of Eko Power, said this in a statement on Friday in Lagos.
FG begins 120MVA substation construction in Katsina
The Federal Government has commenced the construction of a 120-megavolt-ampere (MVA) transmission substation in Mashi Local Government Area of Katsina State to boost electricity transmission capacity and support economic activities.
Remittances aren’t the problem: Reading Peter Obi’s Manchester gaffe as economics
On Sunday, 18 October 2026, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, addressed a town hall of Nigerian diaspora supporters in Manchester.
Smarter ports can drive Nigerian exports
As countries compete for investment, manufacturing and trade, infrastructure performance increasingly shapes economic competitiveness. For Nigeria, efficient ports, reliable inland connections and faster cargo flows will be critical to reducing friction along trade corridors, supporting exports and converting the country’s scale into sustainable growth.
Dauda Lawal: Political patronage or public service?
No administration should be beyond criticism; if anything, criticism is necessary to keep it on its toes. In Zamfara State, however, the nature of the current debate is revealing. At a stakeholders’ meeting, members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) voiced frustration over Governor Dauda Lawal’s apparent preference for the state’s development over political patronage.
You are delusional — Atiku replies Tinubu
Atiku said a President cannot light the fire of hardship with his own policies, then blame the neighbours for the smoke.
Tinubu blames opponents for hunger, poverty in Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has blamed previous administrations and political opponents for Nigeria’s hunger and poverty, insisting that his government is working to tackle the challenges as he launched his re-election campaign in Kaduna on Saturday.
2027: Shettima, Uba Sani rally support for Tinubu’s re-election
Shettima said the administration deserved another mandate, citing infrastructure development, education funding, economic reforms and efforts to strengthen national unity.
Japan, JICA invests $10.4m in Nigeria’s innovation hub
Japan, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has provided 10.4 million dollars in grant funding for the expansion of Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem.
NITDA, partners to host cybersecurity confab
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) says it will host an International Cybersecurity Conference to strengthen Nigeria’s cyber resilience amid growing Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled threats.
COAS seeks African self-reliance in defence technology, production
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has called for greater investment in indigenous technology and defence manufacturing to reduce Africa’s dependence on foreign military equipment.
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