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Lagos planners urge Sanwo-Olu to implement master, district plans
The Lagos State chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has called on the state government to fully implement its master, model city, and district plans to ensure orderly and sustainable urban growth. Chapter Chairman Dr. David Olawale made the appeal in Lagos during celebrations marking the 2026 World Town Planning Day, held under the theme “Great Communities Are Built on Planning.”
Alliance Française opens membership network to professionals, creatives
Alliance Française de Lagos has hosted its inaugural Membership Networking Experience, bringing together professionals, entrepreneurs, academics, and creatives for career development and cultural exchange. Held under the theme Beyond Networking at the Mike Adenuga Centre in Ikoyi, the event introduced the institution's formal membership programme to drive public engagement.
Lagos free zone seeks Belgian, Luxembourg investors for Nigerian manufacturing
The Lagos Free Zone has called for strengthened investment partnerships among Nigerian, Belgian, and Luxembourg businesses to accelerate local manufacturing, agro-processing, and industrial development. Managing Director Adesuwa Ladoja made the appeal during her keynote address at the Nigeria–Belgium–Luxembourg Business Forum held in Brussels from October 28 to 30, 2026.
Niger Delta groups oppose Ogoni oil resumption without cleanup
Over 20 civil society organisations in the Niger Delta have demanded full environmental remediation and local community consent prior to any resumption of oil production in Ogoniland, Rivers State. The coalition warned that restarting extraction without resolving ongoing pollution, infrastructure, and social justice concerns will further erode local trust in government processes.
Aihawu urges Nigeria to recognise foreigners’ contributions to national development
The Director of the Platform for Cooperation on Mixed Migration (PCMM), Victor Aihawu, has urged the Federal Government to formally recognise the contributions of foreign nationals living and working in Nigeria. Aihawu, who also founded the Cultural Hangout Festival (CHF), emphasized that national development strategies should adopt a broader perspective by acknowledging the economic, professional, and cultural impacts of migrant communities.
Iseyin stakeholders vow to back candidates with proven records in 2027
Development stakeholders in Iseyin, Oyo State, have declared that they will support candidates based on visible achievements and proven track records in the 2027 general elections, regardless of their political affiliations. The stakeholders emphasized that aspirants should be evaluated by their tangible contributions to society, commitment to community development, and quality of representation rather than party loyalty.
Messi becomes first player to win MLS golden boot in consecutive seasons
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has made Major League Soccer history by becoming the first player to win the Golden Boot in consecutive seasons. The 39-year-old Argentine icon capped off the regular season with 26 goals in 31 appearances, finishing four ahead of FC Dallas striker Petar Musa and five clear of Nashville SC forward Sam Surridge.
NDLEA arrests Ugandan woman with 87 cocaine wraps at Lagos airport
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 34-year-old Ugandan woman, Farida Nansubuga, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos for attempted drug trafficking. The suspect, who allegedly stayed behind after a church prayer session to receive the illicit consignment, was intercepted on November 3 while attempting to board a flight to Uganda with 1.15 kilogrammes of cocaine concealed in her pelvic region.
Delhi Police arrest three Nigerians over alleged visa overstay
Indian police have arrested three Nigerian nationals in southwest Delhi for allegedly overstaying in the country without valid travel and immigration documents. The arrests were conducted on October 31 during a targeted verification exercise in the Dwarka area, according to reports from the Press Trust of India.
Rotary President urges Nigerians to build peace from the grassroots
The President of Rotary International, Olayinka Hakeem Babalola, has called on Nigerians to prioritize grassroots community participation, institutional reforms, and national unity to resolve the country's persistent security challenges. He emphasized that lasting peace cannot be secured through military action and government institutions alone, stressing the vital role citizens must play in fostering peaceful coexistence.
Obasanjo, Gonsalves, Ramsey urge African unity, condemn visa restrictions
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo and other prominent African and Caribbean leaders have called for greater continental unity, strongly criticizing visa restrictions that continue to impede movement across Africa. Speaking at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) summit in Lagos, the leaders emphasized the need to dismantle travel barriers, address the legacies of colonialism and slavery, and foster deeper integration with the global diaspora.
NNPC rejects gas shortage claims as Nigeria battles power slump
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has rejected claims attributing national power generation declines to gas supply bottlenecks across the country. Operating at full capacity, the state-owned oil firm maintained that its gas transportation infrastructure remains fully capable of delivering unconstrained supplies to all connected thermal power plants.
Ayuba, Mayorkun, Naeto C to lead Lagos Christmas Eve concert
Veteran Juju musician Adewale Ayuba, Afrobeats star Mayorkun, and rapper Naeto C have been announced as headliners for a major Christmas Eve concert in Lagos. The event, tagged NOSTALGIA: The Return of an Era , will take place on December 24 at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, featuring additional performances by the Loud Urban Choir.
Nigeria, Türkiye plan media partnerships to combat fake news
Nigeria and Türkiye are exploring new media partnerships designed to counter fake news, disinformation, and the increasing misuse of artificial intelligence. The proposed collaboration will focus on expanding content exchange, technical development, broadcasting cooperation, and professional training between media institutions in both nations.
2027: Makinde tells Nigerians to take campaign money, reject vote buying
The presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Seyi Makinde, has urged Nigerians to accept monetary inducements from politicians during campaigns while voting strictly according to their conscience in the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Saturday at the flag-off of the APM presidential campaign in Bauchi State, Makinde cautioned citizens against letting financial hand-outs dictate their choice of leadership.
Yoruba pioneered home video, not Nollywood — Osuofia
Veteran Nollywood actor Nkem Owoh, popularly known as Osuofia, has clarified his stance on the origins of Nigeria’s film industry, asserting that Yoruba filmmakers pioneered home-video productions but did not start Nollywood. Owoh made the remarks during an interview on the show Curiosity Made Me Ask , hosted by popular comedian and content creator Adebayo Abidemi (Bae U).
Nigerian Army restores official X account after cyber breach
The Nigerian Army has successfully restored its official X account, @HQNigerianArmy, following an attempted cyber breach dating back to August. Announcing the development in a post on Sunday, military authorities confirmed that the handle is once again under exclusive official management.
Baze varsity acquires two aircraft to expand aviation training
Baze University in Abuja has acquired two training aircraft from Austria to enhance practical flight training and expand aviation education in Nigeria. The aircraft arrived at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on Friday, where they were formally received with a traditional water cannon salute.
Obi asks Tinubu to account for ₦15.8tn subsidy savings
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has called on President Bola Tinubu to provide a transparent accounting of the reported ₦15.8 trillion saved from fuel subsidy removal alongside more than $100 billion in public borrowings. Speaking on the state of the economy, Obi emphasized that Nigerians deserve clear stewardship and measurable impacts from the fiscal revenues and loans accrued under the current administration.
Trump reaffirms male, female gender policy
The White House restated via X that official US policy recognises only two genders: male and female. The statement follows votes in Arizona, Colorado, Nebraska, and Washington backing restrictions on transgender athletes in female school sports.
FG targets 500 new CNG facilities as 160 stations operate
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish 500 additional Compressed Natural Gas facilities nationwide as private sector investment in Nigeria's alternative fuel sector hits $2.6 billion. Program chief Ismaeel Ahmed confirmed that 160 CNG refuelling stations are currently operational across the country, with another 170 facilities under active development or awaiting final regulatory clearance.
Sokoto raises corps members’ allowance to N20,000
Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, has announced a 100 per cent increase in the monthly allowance for National Youth Service Corps members deployed to the state, doubling the pay from ₦10,000 to ₦20,000. Addressing the 2026 Batch C Stream II orientation camp, the governor also gifted each corps member a ₦30,000 cash bonus and pledged five cows daily to support their feeding throughout the programme.
2027: Court can't save Tinubu from Nigerians at ballot box — Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has insisted that President Bola Tinubu cannot use judicial technicalities to escape the verdict of Nigerian voters at the ballot box. Reaffirming his resolve to appeal the judgment, Atiku described the Federal High Court ruling nullifying his African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidacy as a calculated attempt by the ruling party to undermine opposition momentum ahead of the election.
Miss Globe 2026: Nigeria’s Tracy Richards finishes 11th, wins head-to-head challenge
Nigeria's Tracy Richards achieved a landmark performance at the 2026 Miss Globe pageant in Phuket, Thailand, securing a finish among the top 11 contestants. Concluding on Friday, the 23rd edition of the international competition also saw the Nigerian beauty queen win the Head-to-Head Challenge and place in the top 25 of the talent segment.