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2027 Grammys: Nigerian stars enter race across multiple categories
Nollywood: Directors Guild seeks grants, tax relief from FG
Netflix cuts 1,000 jobs as streaming competition intensifies
‘Sunset at Midday’: Woli Agba, fellow artistes mourn Toluwanisings
Nigerian gospel music minister Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, was known for his energetic praise songs, Yoruba-inspired gospel music, and contemporary worship recordings.
TikToker Peller announces livestream with Peter Obi
Popular Nigerian TikTok streamer, Hamzat Adelaja, popularly known as Peller, has announced an upcoming livestream with the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress(NDC), Peter Obi.
Nigerian artistes snubbing Headies for foreign awards – Ayo Animashaun
Entertainment entrepreneur and organiser of Headies Awards, Ayo Animashaun, has slammed Nigerian artistes who snub his show to submit their songs to foreign award show organisers for consideration.
Martinez apologises for outburst against Man United
The Argentine had complained after the club's Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid that manager Michael Carrick had been left with an under-equipped squad.
Keane slams Martinez for questioning Man United
Keane also said players at the club lack the authority to question anyone, since their performance has plummeted recently.
Nigeria, India, Iran, Pakistan battle for World Polo Championship ticket
Nigeria will seek to secure a place at the 2027 World Polo Championship when it hosts India, Iran and Pakistan in the Zone E qualifying playoffs in Abuja from November 9 to 16.
Fashion meets art at Bucharest fashion week
Fashion is taking over Romania’s capital this week as Mercedes-Benz Bucharest Fashion Week returns from October 13 to 17 with its Spring/Summer 2027 edition
New bridal collection take center stage in New York
New York is turning its attention to wedding fashion as NYFW Bridal runs from October 13 to 15, bringing bridal designers together to present collections for the Fall 2027 season.
Chinese designers take the spotlight at Shanghai fashion week
Shanghai Fashion Week is bringing Spring/Summer 2027 collections to the runway, with shows and fashion industry events taking place across the Chinese city from October 8 to 16, 2026.
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Lagos to divert traffic for Independence Bridge repair
The asphalt works on the bridge are scheduled to commence on Friday, October 16, 2026, at night; continue on Saturday, October 17, 2026, day and night; and be completed on Sunday, 18th October, 2026, day and night.
LASCOPA warns public against consuming oil scooped from tanker spillage
“Groundnut oil spilt onto a public road can come into contact with dirt, dust, harmful microorganisms, fuel, and other hazardous substances. Even when the oil appears clean, its safety cannot be verified through visual inspection alone”.
EFCC, NJI seek reforms for speedy trial of corruption cases
The call is contained in a communique issued by participants at the end of the 8th Capacity Building Workshop for Justices and Judges, held in Abuja between 13-15 October, 2026.
Kenya records second Ebola case, authorities intensify surveillance
Kenya has confirmed a second case of Ebola virus disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus, linked to the initial case, with no evidence of wider community transmission.
Pakistan school roof collapse kills 29, injures more than 50
A school roof collapse in Peshawar, Pakistan, has killed 28 students and a teacher, injured more than 50 people and prompted an investigation.
'I want to see Pope Leo get well' – Trump reacts to Pontiff’s cancer diagnosis
United States President Donald Trump has expressed hope for the recovery of Pope Leo XIV after the Catholic leader underwent surgery to remove a cancerous tumour from his lung.
Firm urges ethical direct selling, stronger consumer protection
QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness e-commerce direct-selling company, has reiterated the need for consumer protection, ethical business practices, and public education to address fraudulent schemes exploiting its name.
FAAC: FG takes ₦832bn, states ₦800bn, LGs ₦561bn as VAT revenue falls
The three tiers of government have shared ₦2.428tn in September 2026 Federation Account revenue, with an increase in statutory receipts offset by a decline in Value Added Tax collections.
Nigeria’s inflation falls to 14.63% as monthly price growth slows
Nigeria’s monthly inflation rate slowed sharply in September, with prices rising at a much slower pace even as underlying cost pressures persisted in some parts of the economy.
NPHCDA records 45 million quarterly PHC visits
Dr Muyi Aina, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of NPHCDA, disclosed this during the agency’s quarterly media briefing on Thursday in Abuja.
Diphtheria: 93% of cases had no full vaccination – NPHCDA
The National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA) says 93 per cent of children affected by recent diphtheria outbreaks had not received the complete doses of recommended vaccines.
Stunting: Cross River LGs pledge support for UNICEF nutrition project
Local government chairmen in Cross River State have pledged to fund nutrition programmes and mobilise communities to reduce child malnutrition, as UNICEF raised concerns over exclusive breastfeeding and persistent stunting among children.
FG harmonises WAEC, NECO, JAMB 2027 timetables
The Federal Government has proposed releasing the results of major secondary school examinations by August 2027 to allow candidates to begin tertiary admission processes in September.
Nigeria’s $11.1bn foreign education bill sparks reform calls
Nigeria’s reported $11.1bn expenditure on foreign education between 2020 and mid-2025 has renewed calls for reforms to improve the quality and competitiveness of local schools and universities.
UI elevates Ekiti First Lady, 22 others to professors
The University of Ibadan has promoted the wife of Ekiti State Governor, Prof. Olayemi Oyebanji, and 22 other academics to the rank of professor as part of a broader elevation of 46 members of its academic staff.
Reps propose 40% rural electrification fund for renewable energy
The House of Representatives has advanced a bill proposing that 40 per cent of the annual Rural Electrification Fund be allocated to a new National Authority for Renewable Energy to expand electricity access and accelerate clean energy development across Nigeria.
FG plans new East-West grid to curb power collapses
The Federal Government is planning a new Eastern-Western electricity grid to tackle Nigeria’s recurring power grid collapses, with the first benefits expected within two to three years.
FG rules out electricity tariff hike, targets 24-hour supply
The Federal Government has ruled out plans to increase electricity tariffs, saying its priority is to improve power supply and move towards round-the-clock electricity across the country.
Implementing the 4-point proposition on mining cooperation to write a new chapter in China-Africa common development
On 13 October 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping put forth a four-point proposition on advancing China-Africa mining cooperation during his meeting with President Duma Gideon Boko of Botswana, who was on a state visit to China.
Nigeria can’t afford to get suicide prevention wrong
When someone survives a suicide attempt, what should happen next: punishment or care? Nigeria is confronting this question at a critical moment. On 13 October 2026, the Senate passed, for second reading, a bill seeking to decriminalise attempted suicide and establish a framework for suicide prevention and support.
Petrol subsidy: Gone in words, back in practice
On May 29, 2023, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced in his inaugural address that “fuel subsidy is gone”. The declaration marked a turning point in Nigeria’s economic policy, immediately raising petrol prices and forcing a painful adjustment for millions of households and businesses. More than three years later, however, the subsidy debate has returned with renewed urgency.
Betta Edu pledges grassroots drive for women’s representation bills
The Director of Women Mobilisation of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, Betta Edu, has pledged sustained grassroots engagement across Nigeria to promote greater representation of women in elective and appointive positions.
2027: Only Tinubu can steer Nigeria to prosperity – Showunmi
The Convener of The Alternative Movement, Segun Showunmi, has backed President Bola Tinubu’s 2017 re-election bid, stressing that only the president has what it takes to steer the country to prosperity.
PCC inauguration: Keyamo, Onanuga dismiss allegations of pre-recorded Tinubu speech
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, have dismissed claims that President Bola Tinubu’s address at the inauguration of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council was pre-recorded.
FG targets 90,000km fibre-optic network with €14m grant
The Federal Government has secured a €14m grant from the European Union (EU) and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to support preparations for a nationwide fibre-optic network expected to span about 90,000 kilometres.
Africa must focus on investment in digital infrastructure — Hamzat
Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has called on governments and the private sector to bridge Africa’s technology scaling gap through sustained investment in digital infrastructure, predictable policies, local innovation and institutional reforms that translate technological breakthroughs into solutions capable of reaching millions of people.
AI cannot replace human judgment in urban planning – NITP
The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP), Ogun State Chapter, says Artificial Intelligence (AI) cannot replace human judgment and local expertise in urban planning.
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