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2027: No market, fishing on election day, Wike tells FCT residents
Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has called on FCT residents to set aside all other activities on election day to mobilize voters for President Bola Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid. Speaking at a grassroots engagement, Wike tasked political leaders and supporters with delivering their local polling units and wards to ensure a decisive victory.
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Nollywood actress Rachael Okonkwo announces engagement
Toluwanisings to be buried at Ibadan home — Lanre Alewilese
2Baba to perform at ex-lover Pero’s Lagos nightclub
Funke Akindele gives young business owner surprise exposure
Nollywood actress Funke Akindele brought a young artisan to tears by wearing her handmade earrings during the fourth edition of the FinTribe Finance Fair 2026 at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos. Akindele publicly swapped her own jewelry for the vendor's craft to demonstrate her support for emerging female entrepreneurs.
Odunlade celebrates wife, recalls how they met 22 years ago
In a birthday message posted on Instagram on Monday, November 2, the actor recalled meeting his wife about 22 years ago and approaching her to express his interest.
Nathaniel Bassey becomes first gospel artiste to hit 1bn YouTube views
Gospel singer and pastor Nathaniel Bassey has reportedly become the first African gospel artiste to cross one billion views on YouTube. Official data from his channel, Nathaniel Bassey Main, confirmed over 1.014 billion views and 5.24 million subscribers as of November 1, 2026.
Messi 63 goals away from historic milestone
Lionel Messi scored and provided an assist to lead Inter Miami to a 2-1 comeback victory over the New England Revolution on Sunday. The performance brings the Argentine forward to 937 career goals and 428 assists, placing him just 63 goals shy of reaching the 1,000-goal landmark.
Morocco 2026: Flamingos edge Venezuela 1-0, book Semi-final spot
The Nigerian girls snatched the victory in the 89th minute when Azeezatt Oduntan converted her spot kick to give Nigeria the lead.
Haaland not distracted by Man City legal issues – Father
City were found guilty of 114 out of 115 financial charges, with sanctions looming if their appeal fails. City could lose titles and suffer relegation, casting a dark cloud over the Etihad Stadium.
Youth Olympics: 23-year-old artist wins Dakar 2026 medal design contest
23-year-old Senegalese visual communication student Atoumane Seck has designed the reverse side of the official medals for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Seck earned the honor after winning a design competition organized by the International Olympic Committee in partnership with Senegal's National School of Fine Arts.
Pastor Odukoya reacts to backlash after unveiling new wife
In a post on social media, he said, “If you didn’t die for me, you can’t condemn me,” amid conversations surrounding his new marriage and the couple’s appearance.
I carried placard during Buhari, not Jonathan’s tenure — Pastor Adeboye
Adeboye corrected a news report that falsely linked his February 2020 prayer walk over national insecurity to the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan, noting that the exercise occurred five years into the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari.
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Three unions back TUC, reject ₦70,000 transport allowance
Three public service unions have rejected the Federal Government's proposed ₦70,000 monthly transport intervention, labeling it insufficient to cope with soaring inflation and rising living costs. The labor groups also condemned the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council for negotiating the package without consulting them, backing the TUC's call for comprehensive pay adjustments instead.
Police probe discovery of beheaded teenager's body In C'River
The Cross River State Police Command has launched an investigation into the discovery of a deceased male teenager in Yala Local Government Area. Authorities recovered the body of the unidentified 16-year-old from the Yahe River and have appealed to the public for help establishing his identity and cause of death.
Only 3,500 Nigerian firms registered under ETLS — Minister
The Federal Government has called on Nigerian businesses to maximize opportunities under the ECOWAS Trade Liberalisation Scheme, highlighting that current national participation remains below potential. Speaking at a sensitization workshop in Lokoja, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye noted that Nigeria has registered roughly 3,500 companies and 20,000 products under the initiative.
Nine die in Florida jet crash near Trump’s resort
All nine people aboard a Bahamas-bound Learjet 60 were killed when the aircraft nose-dived into a residential area in Palm Beach County, Florida. Cockpit recordings revealed the crew reported severe turbulence and ice buildup before declaring an emergency during a rapid descent
World marks day to end impunity for crimes against journalists
November 2 marks the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, amid calls for accountability and journalist safety.
Pope breaks tradition, names first woman to head Vatican department
Pope Leo XIV has appointed a Mexican-American media executive, Maria Montserrat Alvarado, to head the Vatican’s communications department, breaking new ground in the Catholic Church’s leadership structure.
AfDB, IsDB deepen cooperation on $4bn African development projects
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and the Islamic Development Bank Group (IsDB) are strengthening cooperation on a $4bn joint financing plan for development projects across 27 African member countries.
MTN data traffic surges 30% as active users hit 57.2m
MTN Nigeria says its network data traffic increased by 30.1 per cent in the first nine months of 2026, reflecting growing internet consumption and rising demand for digital services among telecommunications subscribers.
FG unveils USSD code for consumer loans
The service, known as SPARK, was unveiled by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation, also called CREDICORP, with 347 333# designated as its access code.
Varsity health workers accuse SSANU, NASU of abandoning members
Healthcare professionals across federal universities have threatened to file a lawsuit against the leadership of SSANU and NASU over their alleged exclusion from the Consolidated Non-Teaching Tools Allowance (CONTTA) arrears. Operating under the Coalition of Healthcare Professionals, the group cited cadre discrimination and demanded equal implementation of the 2026 agreement for all dues-paying members.
Jigawa doctor elected physiotherapy society president
The Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy (NSP) has elected Jigawa-based Dr Usman Abba Ahmed as its new National President, with a mandate to strengthen the profession’s role in Nigeria’s healthcare system.
AI could help tackle Africa’s doctor shortage — Ex-Ogun NMA chair
Former Chairman of the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA) in Ogun State, Dr Kunle Ashimi, has called for the integration of artificial intelligence and telemedicine into healthcare delivery to address Africa’s shortage of medical personnel and improve access to specialist services.
2026 ranking: Universities, polytechnics await Dec 15 results
The Chairman of the Nigerian Tertiary Education Ranking Advisory Committee, Prof Peter Okebukola, disclosed this in Abuja, saying the training was part of efforts to improve research quality and strengthen the global competitiveness of Nigerian institutions.
FUNAAB mourns as student dies after sickle cell complications
The union announced the tribute scheduled for Friday evening at COPLANT, inviting students to gather and pay their last respects to the deceased.
KASU-ASUU lauds Sani over payment of N300m arrears
The Kaduna State Government has disbursed N300 million to settle long-standing Earned Academic Allowance arrears owed to lecturers at Kaduna State University. According to the university's Academic Staff Union of Universities branch, the administration has also cleared several accumulated welfare liabilities, including withheld salaries and allowances dating back to 2016.
Nigerian firm takes over renewable energy certificate market
The Netherlands-based I-TRACK Foundation accredited EF Market Solutions Nigeria Limited as the first Nigerian company authorised to issue International...
Dangote refinery absorbs more local crude as US imports fall 58%
Nigeria’s crude oil exports to the United States fell by 57.8 per cent during the first eight months of 2026, driven by increased domestic intake from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. According to trade data from the US Census Bureau, American imports of Nigerian crude dropped to 14.01 million barrels between January and August 2026, down from 33.23 million barrels recorded during the same period in 2025.
NUPRC, SDN deploy methane tracker for 60% emissions reduction
NOGIET was formally handed over to the Commission Chief Executive of the NUPRC, Mrs Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.
Betta Edu @40: Celebrating leadership, grit and public service
Birthday tributes are no lengthy religious sermons, but how does one describe in a few words a vibrant young woman who, despite her age, exudes the wisdom of a 90-year-old?
Why Tinubu’s 2027 march started in Kaduna
History has a way of choosing its own geography. When President Bola Tinubu chose Kaduna to flag off his 2027 re-election campaign on Saturday, October 24, 2026, he chose more than a location. He was sending a historic message.
Does Nigeria truly have over 103 million voters?
Ahead of Nigeria’s general elections in January and February 2027, Africa Confidential warns that “turnout in the elections is likely to be even lower than the average 26.7% four years ago. Nigerian voters are among the least enthusiastic in the world…. Out of more than 93.4 million registered voters, 24.9 million total votes were cast. This represented an 8.03-point decline from the 2019 elections and was the lowest voter turnout since Nigeria’s return to civilian rule in 1999.”
Minister says national fire academy is 85% complete
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced that construction of the National Fire Academy in Kwali, Abuja, has reached 85 percent completion. Speaking in Abuja at the launch of National Fire Safety Week, he assured that the facility remains on track for full completion before the end of 2026.
Retired police officers beg under Tinubu – Atiku
African Democratic Congress presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has again criticized President Bola Tinubu for neglecting retired police officers within a broken pension scheme. Atiku urged the administration to immediately sign the pending Police Exit Bill and unveiled his proposed reform plan to guarantee timely gratuity payments and healthcare benefits for veterans.
I won’t disappoint Oyo pensioners, workers – Adekanmbi
Oyo State APM governorship candidate Bimbo Adekanmbi has pledged to prioritize the welfare of workers and pensioners if elected into office. Speaking on Monday during an interactive session hosted by the Nigeria Union of Pensioners in Ibadan, Adebutu assured attendees that his administration would meet all statutory obligations without delay.
Polish defence giant eyes Nigeria for drone technology transfer
Patryk Stec, Product Manager at WB Group, disclosed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on the sidelines of the just-concluded Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 in Lagos.
NCC launches tool to detect fake, cloned phones
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has called on consumers to verify the authenticity of mobile phones before buying them to curb the spread of counterfeit, cloned, and stolen devices.
Swiss tech firm urges Nigeria to build local technology capacity
Swiss tech firm Logitech has urged Nigeria to build indigenous technology capacity, systems, and data infrastructure, with West Africa Cluster Head Kayowa Ogunrinde emphasizing self-reliance and local data protection after receiving the Visionary Leader in Technology and Business Award at the 7th CIO and C-Suite Awards Africa 2026 in Lagos.
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