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Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-five-suspected-armed-robbers-in-delta/ https://punchng.com/awka-diocese-threatens-to-quit-church-of-nigeria-over-bishops-suspension/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/awka-diocese-threatens-to-quit-church-of-nigeria-over-bishops-suspension/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:31:04 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The Diocese of Awka has rejected the suspension of its bishop, Most Rev. Alexander Ibezim, and threatened to withdraw from the Church of Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/awka-diocese-threatens-to-quit-church-of-nigeria-over-bishops-suspension/ https://punchng.com/bayelsa-wins-second-sunday-dare-national-mma-championship/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/bayelsa-wins-second-sunday-dare-national-mma-championship/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:29:08 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Bayelsa State has emerged champion of the 2nd Sunday Dare National Mixed Martial Arts Open Championship, topping the medals table with 15 medals. Read More: https://punchng.com/bayelsa-wins-second-sunday-dare-national-mma-championship/ https://punchng.com/adamawa-gov-cautions-herders-against-unlawful-acts/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/adamawa-gov-cautions-herders-against-unlawful-acts/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:28:10 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has warned Fulani herders against taking the law into their own hands after brokering peace in Song LGA. Read More: https://punchng.com/adamawa-gov-cautions-herders-against-unlawful-acts/ https://punchng.com/ndc-withdraws-recognition-of-diaspora-chapters-over-court-judgment/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/ndc-withdraws-recognition-of-diaspora-chapters-over-court-judgment/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:26:46 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The Nigeria Democratic Congress has withdrawn recognition of its diaspora chapters, citing a court judgment declaring such foreign branches illegal. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndc-withdraws-recognition-of-diaspora-chapters-over-court-judgment/ https://punchng.com/tinubu-committed-to-lg-autonomy-uzodimma/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/tinubu-committed-to-lg-autonomy-uzodimma/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:26:32 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Progressive Governors Forum Chairman, Hope Uzodimma, has reaffirmed President Tinubu’s commitment to local government autonomy, institutional strengthening Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-committed-to-lg-autonomy-uzodimma/ https://punchng.com/dss-arrests-and-case-for-intelligence-led-security/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/dss-arrests-and-case-for-intelligence-led-security/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:19:15 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Recent DSS arrests of suspected kidnappers and a fugitive highlight the need for intelligence-led security to combat terrorism and crime in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/dss-arrests-and-case-for-intelligence-led-security/ https://punchng.com/prioritise-grassroots-impact-abioduns-aide-urges-office-holders/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/prioritise-grassroots-impact-abioduns-aide-urges-office-holders/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:15:31 +0000 Punch Nigerian News An aide to Ogun State Governor, Kehinde Bello, has urged political office holders to prioritise grassroots impact by investing in beneficial programmes. Read More: https://punchng.com/prioritise-grassroots-impact-abioduns-aide-urges-office-holders/ https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/13600732/noni-maduekes-deflected-strike-gives-arsenal-the-lead https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/13600732/noni-maduekes-deflected-strike-gives-arsenal-the-lead Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:15:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football Noni Madueke's deflected strike gives Arsenal the lead. https://www.skysports.com/nfl/news/12040/13600610/nfl-london-games-2026-houston-texans-beat-jacksonville-jaguars-after-kaimi-fairbairns-walk-off-field-goal https://www.skysports.com/nfl/news/12040/13600610/nfl-london-games-2026-houston-texans-beat-jacksonville-jaguars-after-kaimi-fairbairns-walk-off-field-goal Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football Ka'imi Fairbairn kicked a 49-yard field goal as time expired to lift the Houston Texans to a 34-31 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars in a thriller at Wembley Stadium on Sunday. https://punchng.com/kogi-lg-poll-apc-wins-all-21-chairmanships-239-council-seats/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/kogi-lg-poll-apc-wins-all-21-chairmanships-239-council-seats/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:50:34 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The All Progressives Congress has won all 21 chairmanship and 239 councillorship seats in the Kogi State Local Government elections held on Saturday. Read More: https://punchng.com/kogi-lg-poll-apc-wins-all-21-chairmanships-239-council-seats/ https://leadership.ng/atiku-demands-salary-review-for-police-officers/ https://leadership.ng/atiku-demands-salary-review-for-police-officers/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:45:15 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News   Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of abandoning retired police officers to hunger, illness and humiliation while serving officers draw down their pension savings to feed their families. He demanded an immediate answer on the Police Exit Bill and an urgent https://www.tvcnews.tv/sanwo-olu-assures-caf-of-lagos-support-ahead-of-december-awards/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/sanwo-olu-assures-caf-of-lagos-support-ahead-of-december-awards/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:41:42 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has assured the Confederation of African Football (CAF) of the state government’s support for the 2026 CAF Awards, with security, logistics, branding and venue access identified as key areas of preparation. The governor gave the assurance in a post on his offi https://newtelegraphng.com/tinubu-warns-against-early-2030-guber-race-as-oyebanji-vows-to-serve-with-humility/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tinubu-warns-against-early-2030-guber-race-as-oyebanji-vows-to-serve-with-humility https://newtelegraphng.com/tinubu-warns-against-early-2030-guber-race-as-oyebanji-vows-to-serve-with-humility/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tinubu-warns-against-early-2030-guber-race-as-oyebanji-vows-to-serve-with-humility Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:41:19 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News President Bola Tinubu has cautioned politicians in Ekiti State against distracting Governor Biodun Oyebanji with early declaration of interest in the 2030 governorship contest. Tinubu warned that such early declarations could create internal contradictions capable of derailing governance. The Presid https://newtelegraphng.com/tornadoes-fc-beat-ikorodu-city-21/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tornadoes-fc-beat-ikorodu-city-21 https://newtelegraphng.com/tornadoes-fc-beat-ikorodu-city-21/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tornadoes-fc-beat-ikorodu-city-21 Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:37:53 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Niger Tornadoes football club of Minna on Sunday beat the Ikorodu City football club of Lagos in a scrappy match that had the stadium filled to the brim. The goal which came in after a defensive blunder was scored by teenage sensation Nafiu Obalowu with a cool finish after an assist from Wasiu Jimoh https://leadership.ng/madueke-fires-arsenal-past-forest-to-close-gap-on-man-city/ https://leadership.ng/madueke-fires-arsenal-past-forest-to-close-gap-on-man-city/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:37:36 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Arsenal secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest on Sunday to strengthen their Premier League title challenge and close the gap on leaders Manchester City. Noni Madueke scored the decisive goal in the 80th minute, converting a pass from Declan Rice to hand Mikel Arteta’s side all three po https://leadership.ng/2027-ashiru-intervenes-as-3-chairmen-lay-claim-to-kaduna-adc/ https://leadership.ng/2027-ashiru-intervenes-as-3-chairmen-lay-claim-to-kaduna-adc/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:37:21 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News   The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kaduna State, Rt. Hon. Isa Mohammed Ashiru, has moved to reconcile warring factions of the party in the state. Ashiru said the leadership tussle that has produced three persons laying claim to the party’s chairmanshi https://businessday.ng/life/article/firm-strengthens-push-for-consumer-loyalty-through-meaningful-brand-experiences/ https://businessday.ng/life/article/firm-strengthens-push-for-consumer-loyalty-through-meaningful-brand-experiences/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:36:50 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News   …Rewards 1,075 Consumers   Total beverage alcohol company Guinness Nigeria says it remains committed to creating meaningful and impactful https://leadership.ng/ssanu-suspends-two-week-ultimatum-after-fg-releases-arrears/ https://leadership.ng/ssanu-suspends-two-week-ultimatum-after-fg-releases-arrears/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:36:36 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has suspended its two-week ultimatum given to the federal government following the release of funds for the payment of eight months’ arrears of the consolidated tertiary institutions’ salary structure owed to its members. The ultima https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/ck5yn33jgx84o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/ck5yn33jgx84o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:35:44 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football Noni Madueke struck late to earn Arsenal a victory at Nottingham Forest. Here's how the players rated. https://punchng.com/fg-targets-one-million-cng-vehicles-to-cut-transport-fares/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/fg-targets-one-million-cng-vehicles-to-cut-transport-fares/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:35:34 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The Federal Government has renewed its drive to deploy one million CNG-powered vehicles to reduce transport costs for Nigerians after petrol subsidy remova Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-targets-one-million-cng-vehicles-to-cut-transport-fares/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/madueke-fires-arsenal-to-late-victory-over-nottingham-forest/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/madueke-fires-arsenal-to-late-victory-over-nottingham-forest/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:35:09 +0000 PM News Nigerian News Madueke struck in the 80th minute after receiving a pass from Declan Rice, firing towards goal from the edge of the penalty area. His effort took a deflection, leaving Forest goalkeeper Matz Sels unable to prevent the ball from finding the net. https://businessday.ng/life/article/oyetola-assures-indigenous-shipowners-of-government-support/ https://businessday.ng/life/article/oyetola-assures-indigenous-shipowners-of-government-support/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:35:08 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News   …Pledges commitment to CVFF disbursement   The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has reaffirmed the Federal https://leadership.ng/tinubu-has-done-more-to-fix-nigeria-than-previous-presidents-in-16-years-dafinone/ https://leadership.ng/tinubu-has-done-more-to-fix-nigeria-than-previous-presidents-in-16-years-dafinone/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:35:05 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has done more to fix Nigeria than previous presidents in the past 16 years, saying the administration’s tough economic policies are necessary to address longstanding national challenge https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/18/serious-incident-alberta-military-base-deaths-injuries-canada-carney-cfb-wainwright https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/oct/18/serious-incident-alberta-military-base-deaths-injuries-canada-carney-cfb-wainwright Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:34:53 +0000 The Guardian World News Prime minister Mark Carney describes blaze as ‘one of the worst tragedies for the forces on Canadian soil in peacetime’Four people have been killed and dozens more seriously injured after a “violent, fast-moving” fire tore through one of Canada’s busiest military training bases in Alberta, Canada’s https://thewhistler.ng/egypt-pledges-to-defend-saudi-arabia-amid-houthi-attacks/ https://thewhistler.ng/egypt-pledges-to-defend-saudi-arabia-amid-houthi-attacks/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:34:04 +0000 The Whistler Nigerian News Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi has pledged to defend Saudi Arabia against escalating Houthi attacks if requested, as the Egyptian parliament adjourned an emergency session on Sunday to consider authorising possible military support for the kingdom. Discussions are expected to resume on Mond https://www.tvcnews.tv/leeds-hold-manchester-united-to-1-1-draw-as-winless-run-continues/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/leeds-hold-manchester-united-to-1-1-draw-as-winless-run-continues/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:33:14 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News Leeds United held Manchester United to a 1-1 draw at Elland Road on Sunday, extending the visitors’ run to just one win in their last seven Premier League games. Bryan Mbeumo gave Manchester United the lead in the 35th minute before Dominic Calvert-Lewin equalised for Leeds in the 51st minute to ear https://leadership.ng/who-stole-the-alleged-2-4bn-under-your-watch-sowore-challenges-okonjo-iweala/ https://leadership.ng/who-stole-the-alleged-2-4bn-under-your-watch-sowore-challenges-okonjo-iweala/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:31:26 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate for the 2027 election, Omoyele Sowore, has challenged World Trade Organisation Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala to identify those allegedly responsible for a $2.4 billion oil subsidy fraud and provide evidence linking its discovery to her moth https://leadership.ng/2027-apc-pcc-unveils-support-groups-registration-portal-harps-on-community-level-campaigns/ https://leadership.ng/2027-apc-pcc-unveils-support-groups-registration-portal-harps-on-community-level-campaigns/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:31:25 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Ahead of the 2027 general election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), has unvield online support groups registration portal: https://www.pccsupportgroups.com/. for seamless coordination of campaign activities. The Director, Support Groups Mobilisation Directora https://newtelegraphng.com/adc-pcc-to-kwankwaso-stop-attacking-atiku-confront-tinubu-over-worsening-crisis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=adc-pcc-to-kwankwaso-stop-attacking-atiku-confront-tinubu-over-worsening-crisis https://newtelegraphng.com/adc-pcc-to-kwankwaso-stop-attacking-atiku-confront-tinubu-over-worsening-crisis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=adc-pcc-to-kwankwaso-stop-attacking-atiku-confront-tinubu-over-worsening-crisis Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:29:34 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has called on the vice presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, to stop attacking its presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, but intead, he should focus his attention to the https://leadership.ng/bauchi-health-agency-chief-four-children-die-in-road-accident/ https://leadership.ng/bauchi-health-agency-chief-four-children-die-in-road-accident/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:29:12 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News The Executive Secretary of the Bauchi State Health Contributory Management Agency (BASHCMA), Alhaji Ibrahim Ladan Duguri, has died in a road accident alongside four of his children in Yalwan Duguri, Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State. Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, confirmed the t https://leadership.ng/2027-ekiti-apm-assembly-candidate-urges-voters-to-collect-pvcs/ https://leadership.ng/2027-ekiti-apm-assembly-candidate-urges-voters-to-collect-pvcs/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:28:57 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Ahead of the 2027 general elections, electorates in Ekiti State been urged to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate actively in the electoral process to elect leaders of their choice. An Allied Peoples Movement (APM) House of Assembly candidate Hon. Ayodeji Ogunbusuyi,  who gave https://leadership.ng/npfl-kano-pillars-edge-katsina-united-in-northwest-derby/ https://leadership.ng/npfl-kano-pillars-edge-katsina-united-in-northwest-derby/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:27:52 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Kano Pillars secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Katsina United in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Northwest derby on Sunday. Ibrahim Yahaya scored the decisive goal in the sixth minute to give Kano Pillars an early lead, which they defended until the final whistle. The early strike prove https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-seast-must-embrace-strategic-political-alliances-nkwocha/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-seast-must-embrace-strategic-political-alliances-nkwocha https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-seast-must-embrace-strategic-political-alliances-nkwocha/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-seast-must-embrace-strategic-political-alliances-nkwocha Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:27:43 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications (Office of the Vice President), Mr. Stanley Nkwocha, has urged the South-East to embrace strategic political alliances and greater participation in national politics as preparations gather momentum for the 2027 general electio https://liveandletsfly.com/british-airways-meta-smart-glasses-filming/ https://liveandletsfly.com/british-airways-meta-smart-glasses-filming/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:27:30 +0000 Hacker News Naija Tech Article URL: https://liveandletsfly.com/british-airways-meta-smart-glasses-filming/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50143218 Points: 13 # Comments: 4 https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c699zmgmx9vzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c699zmgmx9vzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:24:45 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football Michael Carrick said he had his headphones on this week so didn't hear the noise around Manchester United, but a 1-1 draw at Leeds means it is six games without a win. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/tinubu-has-turned-middle-class-into-beggars-peter-ameh/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/tinubu-has-turned-middle-class-into-beggars-peter-ameh/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:24:13 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News According to the UN report, the surge goes beyond low income to include deprivations in health, education, housing, clean water and basic living standards. The post Tinubu has turned middle class into beggars – Peter Ameh appeared first on Vanguard News. https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/caf-awards-sanwo-olu-promises-world-class-hosting-experience-in-lagos/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/caf-awards-sanwo-olu-promises-world-class-hosting-experience-in-lagos/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:23:47 +0000 PM News Nigerian News He said Lagos had committed to giving CAF officials, football stakeholders and international visitors a positive experience, adding that the event would provide an opportunity to showcase the state’s hospitality and capacity to host major international engagements. https://newtelegraphng.com/birthday-aiyedatiwa-names-monument-after-mimiko-at-72/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=birthday-aiyedatiwa-names-monument-after-mimiko-at-72 https://newtelegraphng.com/birthday-aiyedatiwa-names-monument-after-mimiko-at-72/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=birthday-aiyedatiwa-names-monument-after-mimiko-at-72 Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:22:53 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has renamed The Dome International Event and Cultural Centre after former Governor Olusegun Mimiko in recognition of his contributions to the state’s development. Aiyedatiwa announced the decision at an Evening of Celebration and Conversation with Mimiko, orga https://notjustok.com/lyrics/mazza-lyrics-by-blaqbonez/ https://notjustok.com/lyrics/mazza-lyrics-by-blaqbonez/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:22:38 +0000 NotJustOk Naija Music Blaqbonez Lyrics The lyrics of Mazza by Blaqbonez paint a vibrant picture of success, luxury, and carefree enjoyment, wrapped in bouncy Afrobeats rhythms and infectious party energy. Through playful lyrics about sunny beach outings, beautiful women, designer drip, and dreams of lavish homes in Banan https://newtelegraphng.com/ndc-withdraws-recognition-of-diaspora-chapters-over-court-judgment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ndc-withdraws-recognition-of-diaspora-chapters-over-court-judgment https://newtelegraphng.com/ndc-withdraws-recognition-of-diaspora-chapters-over-court-judgment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ndc-withdraws-recognition-of-diaspora-chapters-over-court-judgment Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:22:35 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has withdrawn recognition of its diaspora chapters in compliance with a subsisting judgment of the FCT High Court restricting Nigerian political parties from establishing chapters outside the country. The party, in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja and signe https://businessday.ng/life/article/ppdc-to-host-national-dialogue-on-access-to-justice-tech-innovation-in-november/ https://businessday.ng/life/article/ppdc-to-host-national-dialogue-on-access-to-justice-tech-innovation-in-november/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:22:13 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News     As thousands of inmates languish in correctional centres nationwide without legal counsel, the Public and Private Development Centre https://newtelegraphng.com/kwara-no-go-area-for-opposition-parties-gov-abdulrazaq/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kwara-no-go-area-for-opposition-parties-gov-abdulrazaq https://newtelegraphng.com/kwara-no-go-area-for-opposition-parties-gov-abdulrazaq/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kwara-no-go-area-for-opposition-parties-gov-abdulrazaq Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:21:34 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Sunday said Kwara remains the stronghold of APC since 2019 general elections and that the party’s unmatched popularity and consistent victory make the State a no-go area for the opposition PDP. The Governor said the inauguration of the PDP’s Natio https://www.completesports.com/7-fifa-u-17-world-cups-nigerias-golden-eaglets-have-missed/ https://www.completesports.com/7-fifa-u-17-world-cups-nigerias-golden-eaglets-have-missed/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:21:05 +0000 Completesports Football Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets have suffered another setback in their quest to return to the FIFA U-17 World Cup after failing to qualify for the 2027 edition. Their hopes were dashed following a defeat to Niger Republic and a draw against Côte d’Ivoire in Group B of the 2026 WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/omokri-dares-peter-okoye-to-name-schools-power-projects-built-by-obi/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/omokri-dares-peter-okoye-to-name-schools-power-projects-built-by-obi/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:20:29 +0000 PM News Nigerian News Omokri challenged Okoye to identify a school that he said Obi initiated, completed and commissioned with government funds during his tenure as Anambra governor. https://businessday.ng/life/article/gele-from-beauty-uniting-force-to-art-masterpiece/ https://businessday.ng/life/article/gele-from-beauty-uniting-force-to-art-masterpiece/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:18:04 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News …Arinze, Popoola explore headgear at joint show Since 2021, two contemporary Nigerian artists have been working around an idea they https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/fg-disagrees-with-w-bank-over-h1-124-debt-servicing-revenue-ratio/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/fg-disagrees-with-w-bank-over-h1-124-debt-servicing-revenue-ratio/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:17:56 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News The bank in its recent Nigeria Development Update (NDU) reported that federal government debt servicing was 124 percent above its revenue. The post FG disagrees with W/Bank over H1 124% debt servicing/revenue ratio appeared first on Vanguard News. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/atiku-tackles-tinubu-over-police-exit-bill/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/atiku-tackles-tinubu-over-police-exit-bill/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:14:19 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News Atiku cited the case of a retired Assistant Superintendent of Police who allegedly receives a monthly pension of ₦29,000 and told him that more than 120 members of his association had died in the past three years. The post Atiku tackles Tinubu over Police Exit Bill appeared first on Vanguard News. https://businessday.ng/life/article/why-nigerians-still-doubt-the-inec-despite-repeated-assurances-by-umunna/ https://businessday.ng/life/article/why-nigerians-still-doubt-the-inec-despite-repeated-assurances-by-umunna/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:13:50 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News   Leonard Umunna is the bishop of the Bible Life Church (Worldwide) and a Public Affairs analyst. In this interview https://notjustok.com/lyrics/one-man-regiment-lyrics-by-fireboy-dml/ https://notjustok.com/lyrics/one-man-regiment-lyrics-by-fireboy-dml/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:12:18 +0000 NotJustOk Naija Music Fireboy DML Lyrics One Man Regiment by Fireboy DML is a powerful, uplifting anthem of ambition, resilience, and self-belief, driven by confident rhythms and an unstoppable energy, read the lyrics below. It captures the grind of chasing success through Lagos’s chaos, overcoming setbacks, and standing https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/barca-defenders-garcia-kounde-doubt-for-psg-real-madrid-clash/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/barca-defenders-garcia-kounde-doubt-for-psg-real-madrid-clash/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:10:42 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News Barcelona defenders Eric Garcia and Jules Kounde have sustained injuries ahead of important matches against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League and Real Madrid in La Liga, the Spanish champions said Sunday. The post Barca defenders Garcia, Kounde doubt for PSG, Real Madrid clash appeared fir https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/adc-campaign-to-kwankwaso-declare-for-apc-if-you-share-its-agenda/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/adc-campaign-to-kwankwaso-declare-for-apc-if-you-share-its-agenda/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:09:54 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News The Council questioned why Kwankwaso’s attacks appeared more frequently directed at Atiku and the ADC than at the APC government over the country’s challenges. 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Wrapped in smooth Afrobeats rhythms and catchy melodies, C’est La Vie blends the warmth of vulnerability with the sting of https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/toluwanisings-adebayo-blasts-fg-over-nigerias-dead-healthcare-system/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/toluwanisings-adebayo-blasts-fg-over-nigerias-dead-healthcare-system/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:00:49 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News According to accounts attributed to his personal assistant and media reports, efforts to secure treatment took him to between seven and eight hospitals in Ibadan, but he reportedly failed to receive the emergency care he needed. The post Toluwanisings: Adebayo blasts FG over Nigeria’s ‘dead’ healthc https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/12040/13279286/bournemouth-transfers-latest-news-rumours-and-gossip-live-updates-goals-and-highlights https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/12040/13279286/bournemouth-transfers-latest-news-rumours-and-gossip-live-updates-goals-and-highlights Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football https://www.marketwatch.com/story/my-wife-says-we-cant-afford-to-retire-we-have-4-million-do-i-just-keep-working-f1b6b085?mod=mw_rss_topstories https://www.marketwatch.com/story/my-wife-says-we-cant-afford-to-retire-we-have-4-million-do-i-just-keep-working-f1b6b085?mod=mw_rss_topstories Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000 MarketWatch Investment & Stocks “I worry about healthcare, long-term care, inflation, a long bear market and living to 95.” https://thewhistler.ng/two-die-as-commercial-bus-pickup-van-collide-in-lagos/ https://thewhistler.ng/two-die-as-commercial-bus-pickup-van-collide-in-lagos/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:58:27 +0000 The Whistler Nigerian News Two persons died on Sunday, while two others sustained serious injuries after a commercial bus collided with a pickup van along the Adekunle–Iyana Oworo axis of Lagos State. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident in a statement by its spokesperson, Adebayo Taofi https://www.france24.com/en/video/20261018-trump-says-france-is-burning-country-shattered-by-immigration https://www.france24.com/en/video/20261018-trump-says-france-is-burning-country-shattered-by-immigration Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:54:55 +0000 France 24 World News US President Donald Trump on Sunday blamed immigration for unrest during protests in France and urged the country to tighten its migration rules. Washington bureau chief David Smith tells us more. https://www.france24.com/en/video/20261018-renewed-clashes-in-paris-we-ve-seen-numerous-crs-charges-to-disperse-protesters https://www.france24.com/en/video/20261018-renewed-clashes-in-paris-we-ve-seen-numerous-crs-charges-to-disperse-protesters Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:53:17 +0000 France 24 World News Fresh clashes broke out in Paris on Sunday, a day after France experienced one of its worst bouts of unrest in years. Protests over high prices left one demonstrator dead, thousands arrested, and shops across the country looted or damaged. France 24's Antonia Kerrigan tells us more. https://thewhistler.ng/katsina-health-workers-suspend-warning-strike/ https://thewhistler.ng/katsina-health-workers-suspend-warning-strike/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:52:53 +0000 The Whistler Nigerian News The Assembly of Health Care Professionals of Katsina State has suspended its seven-day warning strike following fresh commitments by Governor Dikko Radda to address its demands. The Chairman of the assembly, Mr Ibrahim-Balange, announced the suspension in a statement issued in Katsina on Sunday. The https://www.france24.com/en/video/20261018-israeli-settlers-attack-european-diplomats-beat-french-mayor https://www.france24.com/en/video/20261018-israeli-settlers-attack-european-diplomats-beat-french-mayor Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:51:32 +0000 France 24 World News Israeli settlers attacked a convoy of European diplomats in the West Bank and beat up a visiting French mayor on Saturday, witnesses said, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned against a brewing "crisis" in the territory a day after an American photojournalist was injured in a brutal attack https://thewhistler.ng/caf-visits-sanwo-olu-inspects-lagos-venues-ahead-of-december-awards/ https://thewhistler.ng/caf-visits-sanwo-olu-inspects-lagos-venues-ahead-of-december-awards/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:50:29 +0000 The Whistler Nigerian News A delegation from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has visited Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu as preparations gather pace for the hosting of the 2026 CAF Awards in Lagos on December 7. The delegation, led by the Project Lead for the CAF Awards and CAF General Assembly, Dr Christi https://www.skysports.com/football/celtic-vs-hearts/report/558382 https://www.skysports.com/football/celtic-vs-hearts/report/558382 Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:50:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football Celtic cruised to victory against title rivals Hearts to move four points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership. https://www.france24.com/en/video/20261018-france-protests-there-s-a-constant-back-and-forth-over-who-s-actually-responsible https://www.france24.com/en/video/20261018-france-protests-there-s-a-constant-back-and-forth-over-who-s-actually-responsible Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:49:19 +0000 France 24 World News The government has blamed the violence on hard-left and ultra-left groups, as well as criminals it says instigated the looting. We discuss this with international affairs commentator Matthew-Mary Caruchet and our reporter Antonia Kerrigan. https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/18/kwankwasiyya-questions-proposed-55bn-loan-for-kano-lgas/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/18/kwankwasiyya-questions-proposed-55bn-loan-for-kano-lgas/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:49:10 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News The Kwankwasiyya Movement has questioned a reported plan by the Kano State Government to obtain a loan of about N55 billion through the state's 44 local government councils, demanding details of the proposed projects and how the debt would be repaid. The movement expressed concern that each council https://thewhistler.ng/trump-endorses-netanyahu-ahead-of-israeli-election/ https://thewhistler.ng/trump-endorses-netanyahu-ahead-of-israeli-election/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:48:53 +0000 The Whistler Nigerian News United States President Donald Trump has endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for re-election, warning that Washington could “soon finish the job” against Iran unless Tehran changes its course. Trump made the remarks in a post on his Truth Social platform on Sunday, praising Netanyahu’ https://thewhistler.ng/2027-presidency-counters-makindes-claim-tinubu-withholding-states-nlng-dividends/ https://thewhistler.ng/2027-presidency-counters-makindes-claim-tinubu-withholding-states-nlng-dividends/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:47:37 +0000 The Whistler Nigerian News The presidency has disputed Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s allegation that the Federal Government is withholding N250bn in Nigeria LNG (NLNG) dividends for each state until after the 2027 general election. Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said Makinde’s figures do not correspond with NLNG’s https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/2027-ndc-wont-step-down-for-any-adc-candidate-kwankwaso/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/2027-ndc-wont-step-down-for-any-adc-candidate-kwankwaso/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:45:50 +0000 PM News Nigerian News “Let me state clearly and unequivocally: we will not withdraw our candidature for the ADC or any other party. We remain confident in our capacity, competence, and readiness to lead Nigeria,” he said. https://www.premiumtimesng.com/sports/football/918063-caf-champions-league-rangers-strike-late-to-beat-mc-alger.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/sports/football/918063-caf-champions-league-rangers-strike-late-to-beat-mc-alger.html Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:43:52 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News Kenneth Igboke and James Emo scored late goals to give Enugu Rangers a 2-0 first-leg victory over Algerian champions MC Alger, putting the Nigerian side in a strong position ahead of the return fixture. The post CAF Champions League: Rangers strike late to beat MC Alger appeared first on Premium Tim https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/2027-apc-campaign-dg-yari-leads-heavyweight-delegation-to-kwara/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/2027-apc-campaign-dg-yari-leads-heavyweight-delegation-to-kwara/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:38:10 +0000 PM News Nigerian News The delegation’s engagement with AbdulRazaq is expected to provide an opportunity for discussions on party unity, grassroots mobilisation and strategies for improving the APC’s electoral prospects in the state. https://www.completesports.com/boniface-benched-tella-features-as-leverkusen-edge-out-freiburg-to-extend-winning-run/ https://www.completesports.com/boniface-benched-tella-features-as-leverkusen-edge-out-freiburg-to-extend-winning-run/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:37:36 +0000 Completesports Football Bayer Leverkusen came from behind to beat Freiburg 2-1 at the BayArena today to extend their winning run and move into the top four of the Bundesliga. Victor Boniface was an unused substitute while his Nigerian teammate Nathan Tella was brought on in the 59th minute. While Boniface has played just o https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/18/trump-endorses-netanyahu-in-israeli-legislative-elections?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/18/trump-endorses-netanyahu-in-israeli-legislative-elections?traffic_source=rss Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:36:26 +0000 Al Jazeera World News In a social media post ahead of the October 27 election, Trump calls Netanyahu a 'Strong, Brave, and Brilliant' leader. https://karrisaarinen.com/posts/someone-behind-the-software/ https://karrisaarinen.com/posts/someone-behind-the-software/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:32:00 +0000 Hacker News Naija Tech Article URL: https://karrisaarinen.com/posts/someone-behind-the-software/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50142573 Points: 32 # Comments: 7 https://newtelegraphng.com/niwa-plans-to-partner-state-govts-to-strengthen-safety-standards/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=niwa-plans-to-partner-state-govts-to-strengthen-safety-standards https://newtelegraphng.com/niwa-plans-to-partner-state-govts-to-strengthen-safety-standards/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=niwa-plans-to-partner-state-govts-to-strengthen-safety-standards Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:31:26 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) is to work with state governments, industry stakeholders, host communities and development partners to improve navigation, strengthen safety standards, modernise facilities and protect the waterways on which many livelihoods depend. The Acting Managing Dire https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/sowore-to-okonjo-iweala-who-stole-2-4bn-on-your-watch/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/sowore-to-okonjo-iweala-who-stole-2-4bn-on-your-watch/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:31:13 +0000 PM News Nigerian News “And, most importantly, what verifiable evidence establishes a direct connection between the alleged oil subsidy fraud and her mother’s kidnapping?” he asked. https://thewhistler.ng/2027-tinubu-camp-rebrands-mad-slogan-for-campaign/ https://thewhistler.ng/2027-tinubu-camp-rebrands-mad-slogan-for-campaign/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:29:15 +0000 The Whistler Nigerian News President Bola Tinubu’s camp has adopted the slogan “WE ARE MAD” for its 2027 re-election campaign, turning a remark associated with former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, into a rallying message. Amaechi is now the vice presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), pa https://www.theverge.com/policy/1013521/video-game-ownership-bill-congress-power-to-the-players-act https://www.theverge.com/policy/1013521/video-game-ownership-bill-congress-power-to-the-players-act Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:27:51 +0000 The Verge Naija Tech Rep. Ritchie Torres of New York's 15th congressional district in the Bronx introduced the Power To The Players Act this week. If passed, the bill would direct the Federal Trade Commission to establish regulations that guarantee consumers ownership of a game when they pay for it, rather than a licens https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/918056-2027-uba-sani-targets-3-million-votes-in-kaduna-as-top-el-rufai-allies-defect-to-apc.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/918056-2027-uba-sani-targets-3-million-votes-in-kaduna-as-top-el-rufai-allies-defect-to-apc.html Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:26:00 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News "Before now, we were promising to deliver two million votes, but we have now upgraded to three million votes, God willing. There are 4,600,000 registered voters in Kaduna State and 96% have received their voter cards." The post 2027: Uba Sani targets 3 million votes in Kaduna as top El-Rufai allies https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/13600686/man-city-maintain-perfect-record-as-chelsea-man-utd-and-london-city-lionesses-all-win-womens-super-league-round-up https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/13600686/man-city-maintain-perfect-record-as-chelsea-man-utd-and-london-city-lionesses-all-win-womens-super-league-round-up Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:26:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football Manchester City held off a spirited fightback from Brighton to close out a 3-2 win and maintain their perfect start in the Women’s Super League. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/18/taiwan-drives-away-16-chinese-ships-accused-of-maritime-harassment?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/18/taiwan-drives-away-16-chinese-ships-accused-of-maritime-harassment?traffic_source=rss Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:25:52 +0000 Al Jazeera World News China is ramping up its presence around Taiwan, in a pattern that Taipei said is designed to 'alter the status quo'. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/18/18-10-sv-mayor-of-france-assaulted-by-settlers-ps?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/18/18-10-sv-mayor-of-france-assaulted-by-settlers-ps?traffic_source=rss Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:25:43 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Bernard Baudoux, Mayor of the French town of Aulnoye-Aymeries, says masked settlers attacked him in occupied West Bank. https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20261018-trump-endorses-embattled-israeli-pm-netanyahu-ahead-of-october-27-election https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20261018-trump-endorses-embattled-israeli-pm-netanyahu-ahead-of-october-27-election Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:25:00 +0000 France 24 World News US President Donald Trump on Sunday endorsed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel's October 27 elections. It was not clear what impact the endorsement would have on voters, since many Israelis have expressed disappointment with Trump over the outcome of the Iran war and the US president https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/katsina-health-workers-suspend-warning-strike/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/18/katsina-health-workers-suspend-warning-strike/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:24:59 +0000 PM News Nigerian News The suspension took effect at midnight on Oct. 18, following a meeting between the association and Gov. Radda on Oct. 16. https://www.tvcnews.tv/presidency-blasts-makinde-oved-alleged-n250-billion-nlng-dividends/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/presidency-blasts-makinde-oved-alleged-n250-billion-nlng-dividends/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:23:30 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News The Presidency has dismissed Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s claim that the Federal Government is withholding ₦250 billion in Nigeria LNG (NLNG) dividends for each state until after the 2027 general elections. The post Presidency Blasts Makinde Oved Alleged N250 Billion NLNG Dividends appeared fir https://newtelegraphng.com/zurus-support-for-tinubu-gov-idris-unshakeable-stakeholders/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=zurus-support-for-tinubu-gov-idris-unshakeable-stakeholders https://newtelegraphng.com/zurus-support-for-tinubu-gov-idris-unshakeable-stakeholders/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=zurus-support-for-tinubu-gov-idris-unshakeable-stakeholders Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:21:19 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News The people of Zuru Emirate have reaffirmed their unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Comrade Nasir Idris of kebbi state for continuity in 2027. The reaffirmation came barely a week after the people of Fakai, Sakaba, Danko/Wasagu and Zuru local governments gave Governor Id https://thewhistler.ng/fg-restores-electricity-to-gombe-community-after-17-years/ https://thewhistler.ng/fg-restores-electricity-to-gombe-community-after-17-years/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:20:44 +0000 The Whistler Nigerian News The Federal Government has ended 17 years of darkness in Tallasse, Gombe State, by commissioning a 1MW solar mini-grid equipped with a 2.4MWh battery energy storage system to supply electricity to households and businesses. 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The post 2027: We’ll not step down for Atiku — Kwankwaso replies ADC appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/2027-adeleke-risks-accord-sanctions-over-tinubu-campaign-role-oke/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/2027-adeleke-risks-accord-sanctions-over-tinubu-campaign-role-oke/ Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:11:13 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News Speaking in an interview with Vanguard, Oke said the party’s constitution provided grounds for disciplinary action against members who engaged in anti-party activities. 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