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PTAD pays 65 months’ arrears to PHCN pensioners
The payment includes ₦9.42bn distributed to 7,391 former Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) workers (covering a 13.8% increase over 65 months) and ₦4.46bn shared among 11,431 pensioners from five other defunct organizations, including NITEL/MTEL, Peoples Bank, and NICON Insurance
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Ibadan crime series ‘Bodija’ enters post-production
Nollywood’s ‘Madam Flow’ explores period stigma in Nigerian schools
Mista Xto marks 30 years in music with anniversary concert
UNDP offers Nigerians, other Africans free training in Japanese anime
Applications for the UNDP’s free Japanese anime training course for 100 African animators close on November 1, 2026 . Funded by the Japanese Government, the initiative will feature online modules led by top Japanese professionals, with standout participants being recommended to leading studios in Japan for potential job opportunities.
Mohbad’s family seeks US lab details, wants DNA test postponed
The family of late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, has requested a postponement of the DNA test for his son Liam scheduled for Saturday, October 31, at the Lagos Mainland General Hospital. The family insisted on full disclosure of the designated United States laboratory's identity, accreditation, and sample handling procedures to guarantee transparency and credibility.
‘I have beef with cancer’: Odumodublvck rallies Abuja residents for charity walk
Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck, has called on residents of Abuja to participate in the 2026 Walk Away Cancer campaign, declaring that he has “beef with cancer”.
World Cup: Flamingos chase historic semi-final place against Venezuela
A victory would secure the team's second-ever semi-final appearance—following their third-place finish in 2022—and set a new national record for the most wins in a single edition of the tournament.
Special Eagles captain seeks end to temporary support
Captain of Nigeria’s Amputee Football National Team, Sarafadeen Oyeleke, has called on the Federal Government to establish a sustainable national league and athletes’ welfare programme for the sport.
'It’s time for Africa': Senegal welcomes world for 2026 Youth Olympics
The 2026 Youth Olympic Games have kicked off in Dakar, Senegal, marking the first time an Olympic competition is hosted on the African continent. About 2,665 athletes aged 14 to 17 will compete across 25 sports and 153 medal events hosted in Dakar, Diamniadio, and Saly.
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.
Sanwo-Olu makes second Lagos Fashion Week runway appearance
Sharing his experience on social media, Sanwo-Olu noted he stepped away from formal governance duties to champion the state's expanding creative and fashion industry on the global stage. This marks the governor's second documented appearance at the event, following his 2023 debut closing for designer Emmy Kasbit.
HIV stigma drove me out of Lagos, says advocate
After living seven years in denial without treatment, Chika Ekezie publicly disclosed his status in 2024, began antiretroviral therapy, and achieved an undetectable viral load within a year. Ekezie is now using his platform to urge people living with HIV to stay on medication and to fight against misconceptions and stigma.
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Police arrest four over alleged rape of 12-year-old in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested five suspects in connection with the alleged sexual assault of two young girls, aged 10 and 12, across separate incidents in Zaki and Katagum Local Government Areas.
AI-generated photos: SERAP demands forensic audit of INEC register
In a letter dated October 31, 2026, SERAP urged the President to direct the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) to examine potential breaches of the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 ahead of the 2027 general elections.
US court blocks discovery attempt against Tinubu in FOIA suit
A United States District Court for the District of Columbia has delivered a significant procedural ruling in the ongoing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) litigation involving federal agencies, rejecting an attempt by plaintiff Aaron Greenspan to secure limited discovery from Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and political consulting firm DCI Group.
WHO warns of rising diabetes cases in Africa, urges early diagnosis
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called for increased awareness, early diagnosis and access to affordable treatment to reduce the growing burden of diabetes across Africa.
Morocco hails end of 35-year UN mission in Western Sahara
Morocco has welcomed the United Nations Security Council nonrenewal of its peacekeeping mission’s mandate in Western Sahara, describing it as a significant step towards ending the dispute.
Outrage as UK Reform aide labels Badenoch 'Nigerian scammer'
Badenoch condemned the remarks as racist, insisting that attempts to attack her over her background would fail in a country she described as not being racist. She made the comments during an interview on ITV's Good Morning Britain on Thursday, following a series of social media posts by Raheem Kassam, a former senior aide to Farage.
Cross River eyes West Africa’s biggest Robusta output
Speaking at the 2nd International Coffee Festival in Calabar, Governor Bassey Otu (represented by Agriculture Commissioner Johnson Ebokpo) highlighted the state’s potential to lead West Africa in Robusta and Arabica production, citing a planned 6,000-hectare public-private partnership with Jonvents Group.
Nigeria targets $72m annual savings from plastic recycling plant
Polysmart CEO Wasiu Balogun and Board Chairman Niyi Yusuf revealed plans to expand aggregation centers nationwide, generating roughly 1,000 direct jobs and over 50,000 indirect jobs.
OPay pulls $304m US IPO over foreign regulatory inquiry
The sudden decision comes just a day after the company priced 16 million American depositary shares at $19 each, which had initially valued the business at $4 billion.
Suspected Ebola cases in North-East test negative after two rounds
The relief comes after concerns were raised over a potential spread following Nigeria's first confirmed case in over a decade—a Swiss national who was evacuated to Switzerland alongside her husband. The NCDC reiterated that the Swiss national remains the country's only confirmed case and urged the public to continue practising good hygiene and hand sanitation.
NCDC announces two suspected cases of Ebola in North-East
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has said that two suspected cases of Ebola disease have been identified in Nigeria’s North-East region.
Heatwave: Doctor urges Nigerians to drink more water
Prof. Eddy Ndibuagu, a Professor of Community Medicine, has urged the public to increase their water intake to cope with the hot weather.
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.”
2027: Opposition petitions INEC over alleged doctoring of Ogun PDP register
The petitioners urged the electoral umpire to reject any submitted modifications to the register, warning that backdating or altering party records violates the Electoral Act 2026 and undermines established Supreme Court rulings on the party's leadership and 2027 governorship primary.
2027: Otu launches Tinubu campaign council in Cross River
Otu outlined his administration's first-term achievements, including cutting state debt by ₦70 billion, growing IGR to ₦46 billion, reclaiming Tinapa, and expanding infrastructure.
Tinubu’s projects will secure 2027 votes — APC chair
The Federal Government has targeted the completion of 10 kilometres of road earthwork on the Akwanga-Jos section of the Trans-Sahara Superhighway before Christmas 2026, with an additional 30 kilometres scheduled for 2027. Yilwatda praised the project—which will include solar lighting, CCTV surveillance, police outposts, and trauma clinics—as a major infrastructure accomplishment that will boost the ruling party's appeal ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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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