https://naijadigest.ng/ Nigeria’s one-stop hub for breaking news, tech, football, celebrity gossip, Naija music, live TV, exchange rates and trending topics. en-ng Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:26:12 +0000 60 https://naijadigest.ng/social-card.png https://naijadigest.ng/ https://punchng.com/skills-alone-cant-build-sustainable-businesses-expert/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/skills-alone-cant-build-sustainable-businesses-expert/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:17:14 +0000 Punch Nigerian News A business strategist, Dr Stephen Enike-Matthew, says acquiring skills alone is not enough to build sustainable businesses without business knowledge and s Read More: https://punchng.com/skills-alone-cant-build-sustainable-businesses-expert/ https://punchng.com/tinubu-hails-oyebanji-on-second-term-inauguration/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/tinubu-hails-oyebanji-on-second-term-inauguration/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:56:47 +0000 Punch Nigerian News President Tinubu has hailed Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji on his second-term inauguration, describing his reelection as a reward for performance. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-hails-oyebanji-on-second-term-inauguration/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/use-315-to-check-phones-before-buying-ncc-tells-nigerians/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/use-315-to-check-phones-before-buying-ncc-tells-nigerians/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:25:37 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News “Before you buy the phone, dial *315# and confirm that the phone is fully verified before you pay,” he said. The post Use *315# to check phones before buying, NCC tells Nigerians appeared first on Vanguard News. https://leadership.ng/nasc-chairman-warns-staff-against-falsifying-service-records/ https://leadership.ng/nasc-chairman-warns-staff-against-falsifying-service-records/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:25:29 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News The Executive Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC), Chief Saviour Enyiekere, has warned staff of the National Assembly Service against falsifying or manipulating their service records to unlawfully extend their years in service. Enyiekere gave the warning at the ongoing NASC/N https://leadership.ng/fg-targets-universal-health-coverage-by-2030-seeks-equity/ https://leadership.ng/fg-targets-universal-health-coverage-by-2030-seeks-equity/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:23:02 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News The federal government has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by 2030, stressing the need for stronger coordination, accountability and equitable access to quality healthcare services. The Director of Health Planning, Research and Statistics at the Federal Ministr https://leadership.ng/tinubu-nominates-4-inec-commissioners-2-recs-ahead-of-2027-elections/ https://leadership.ng/tinubu-nominates-4-inec-commissioners-2-recs-ahead-of-2027-elections/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:16:45 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News President Bola Tinubu has nominated four national commissioners and two Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to fill vacancies created by the end of existing tenures. The nominations were disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by Bayo Ona https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-its-now-clear-that-adebutu-is-the-next-ogun-gov-sowunmi-kolapo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-its-now-clear-that-adebutu-is-the-next-ogun-gov-sowunmi-kolapo https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-its-now-clear-that-adebutu-is-the-next-ogun-gov-sowunmi-kolapo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-its-now-clear-that-adebutu-is-the-next-ogun-gov-sowunmi-kolapo Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:16:33 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News …As Ogun Nawair-ud-deen Society pledges support, prayers The Deputy Governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for the 2027 general elections in Ogun State, Hajia Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo, has said the happenings in the political space, including the controversy over a list https://www.skysports.com/rugby-union/news/12040/13600079/champions-cup-gloucester-claim-thrilling-draw-against-holders-bordeaux https://www.skysports.com/rugby-union/news/12040/13600079/champions-cup-gloucester-claim-thrilling-draw-against-holders-bordeaux Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:13:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football Will Trenholm’s brace was not enough to help Gloucester pull off a stunning upset against Champions Cup holders Bordeaux, as they were forced to settle for a 36-36 draw after a dramatic contest. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-10-16/mexico-says-airlines-can-add-us-routes-from-mexico-city-airports https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-10-16/mexico-says-airlines-can-add-us-routes-from-mexico-city-airports Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:11:45 +0000 Bloomberg Markets Investment & Stocks Mexican airlines can expand service to US cities after Washington lifted restrictions that blocked new routes from Mexico City’s two biggest airports. https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/16/stallion-group-appeals-court-judgment-in-uba-dispute/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/16/stallion-group-appeals-court-judgment-in-uba-dispute/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:11:44 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News Stallion Group has filed an appeal against a Federal High Court judgment delivered in Lagos on Friday, in a commercial dispute involving United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc. The appeal https://thesun.ng/imo-nysc-abduction-security-operatives-arrest-five-suspects/ https://thesun.ng/imo-nysc-abduction-security-operatives-arrest-five-suspects/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:10:41 +0000 The Sun Nigerian News Security operatives have arrested five suspected members of the gang linked to the abduction of 20 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members in Imo State. The post Imo NYSC abduction: Security operatives arrest five suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria. https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/16/my-fresh-mandate-offers-opportunity-to-deliver-more-for-ekiti-people-says-oyebanji-at-inauguration/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/16/my-fresh-mandate-offers-opportunity-to-deliver-more-for-ekiti-people-says-oyebanji-at-inauguration/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:09:36 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News .Shettima, Akpabio, Govs grace inauguration Gbenga Sodeinde in Ado Ekiti Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has said the fresh mandate given to him by the people of the State https://leadership.ng/akumes-loyalists-to-alia-we-will-teach-you-a-political-lesson-in-2027/ https://leadership.ng/akumes-loyalists-to-alia-we-will-teach-you-a-political-lesson-in-2027/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:08:39 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Former chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Benue State chapter and a loyalist of George Akume Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Austine Agada has disclosed that Akume’s loyalists will teach Governor Hyacinth Alia a political lesson in 2027 governorship elections. Speaking wi https://punchng.com/dss-arrests-convicted-mainas-son-hands-him-over-to-efcc/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/dss-arrests-convicted-mainas-son-hands-him-over-to-efcc/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:07:34 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The DSS has arrested Faisal Maina, son of the ex-pension boss, who was convicted for money laundering and had been on the run since 2020. Read More: https://punchng.com/dss-arrests-convicted-mainas-son-hands-him-over-to-efcc/ https://punchng.com/reps-cttee-summons-finance-minister-agf-over-n75bn-debt/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/reps-cttee-summons-finance-minister-agf-over-n75bn-debt/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:07:21 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The House of Reps has summoned the finance minister and Accountant-General over an outstanding N75bn reportedly borrowed from the UBEC. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-cttee-summons-finance-minister-agf-over-n75bn-debt/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/16/tinubu-welcomes-wbanks-5-79bn-plan-dangles-78-5bn-projects-before-investors/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/16/tinubu-welcomes-wbanks-5-79bn-plan-dangles-78-5bn-projects-before-investors/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:06:55 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Friday welcomed World Bank Group’s proposed plan to mobilise about $5.79 billion in private financing for Nigeria.He has also taken steps to https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/trumps-new-press-secretary-leaves-job-after-five-days/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/trumps-new-press-secretary-leaves-job-after-five-days/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:06:02 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News "I said, 'Katie, is this for you?,'" Trump told reporters. "I said, 'Katie, you don't have to do this'... I said to her, 'Honestly if I were you I'd reconsider.'" The post Trump’s new press secretary leaves job after five days appeared first on Vanguard News. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-10-16/graza-ceo-on-market-expansion-consumer-outlook-video https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-10-16/graza-ceo-on-market-expansion-consumer-outlook-video Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:02:25 +0000 Bloomberg Markets Investment & Stocks Andrew Benin, CEO of Graza, said the company’s appeal starts with the quality of its olive oil, while its squeezable bottle helped make the product approachable and popular. Benin emphasized sourcing transparency: bottles identify the oil’s origin, varietal, harvest season, bottling date and best-by https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/16/dss-military-police-arrest-five-suspects-over-abduction-of-20-nysc-members-in-imo-3-others-escape-with-gunshot-injuries/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/16/dss-military-police-arrest-five-suspects-over-abduction-of-20-nysc-members-in-imo-3-others-escape-with-gunshot-injuries/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:02:21 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), the military and the police have arrested five suspected members of a criminal gang allegedly responsible for the abduction of 20 prospective https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/16/dss-arrests-fugitive-son-of-ex-pension-reforms-boss-hands-him-over-to-efcc/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/16/dss-arrests-fugitive-son-of-ex-pension-reforms-boss-hands-him-over-to-efcc/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:01:57 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested Faisal Abdulrasheed Maina, fugitive son of former Chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Task Team, Abdulrasheed Maina, and handed him over to https://www.marketwatch.com/story/nowhere-to-hide-tech-selloff-hits-software-and-chip-stocks-alike-6d96773c?mod=mw_rss_topstories https://www.marketwatch.com/story/nowhere-to-hide-tech-selloff-hits-software-and-chip-stocks-alike-6d96773c?mod=mw_rss_topstories Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:59:00 +0000 MarketWatch Investment & Stocks The software and semiconductor sectors haven’t been trading in tandem much this year, but they collectively fell Friday as AI and interest-rate fears hit the market. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/ck7vprzqmr56o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/ck7vprzqmr56o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:57:37 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham ready to commit his future to La Liga club, Arsenal and Liverpool told price for Brentford's Kevin Schade, Man Utd and Chelsea among clubs monitoring Jules Kounde's future at Barcelona, plus more. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-10-16/tgi-fridays-ceo-on-company-turnaround-expansion-plans-video https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-10-16/tgi-fridays-ceo-on-company-turnaround-expansion-plans-video Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:56:54 +0000 Bloomberg Markets Investment & Stocks Ray Blanchette, CEO of TGI Fridays, says the restaurant aims to stand out in casual dining through value, quality food and attentive service. He identifies food, service and atmosphere as the priorities for attracting customers, with a renewed focus on scratch cooking and bringing energy back to the https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/16/yemens-government-says-houthis-fired-two-missiles-at-aden-airport?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/16/yemens-government-says-houthis-fired-two-missiles-at-aden-airport?traffic_source=rss Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:56:07 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Attack comes as Yemeni gov't forces claim advances in Marib and say they 'neutralised' 430 Houthi fighters in 24 hours. https://punchng.com/dr-congo-accuses-ex-president-kabila-planning-general-attack/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/dr-congo-accuses-ex-president-kabila-planning-general-attack/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:55:09 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The DR Congo government has accused former president Joseph Kabila of planning a “general attack” after he teamed up with the M23 rebel group. Read More: https://punchng.com/dr-congo-accuses-ex-president-kabila-planning-general-attack/ https://www.skysports.com/football/burnley-vs-wolverhampton-wanderers/report/560620 https://www.skysports.com/football/burnley-vs-wolverhampton-wanderers/report/560620 Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:55:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football Burnley's run without a home league win will continue beyond the one-year mark after the Clarets were beaten 2-1 by Wolves at Turf Moor. https://leadership.ng/just-in-dss-arrests-mainas-son-faisal-hands-him-over-to-efcc/ https://leadership.ng/just-in-dss-arrests-mainas-son-faisal-hands-him-over-to-efcc/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:50:25 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested Faisal Maina, son of former chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Task Team, Abdulrasheed Maina, following his reported return to Nigeria after years on the run. According to TheCable, Faisal was arrested by DSS operatives in the Karsana area of A https://thesun.ng/2027-ypp-candidate-peter-agada-rejects-calls-to-restore-petrol-subsidy/ https://thesun.ng/2027-ypp-candidate-peter-agada-rejects-calls-to-restore-petrol-subsidy/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:50:09 +0000 The Sun Nigerian News The presidential candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YPP), Peter Agada, has ruled out restoring petrol subsidy if elected president in the 2027 general elections, saying he would retain the policy introduced by President Bola Tinubu. The post 2027: YPP candidate Peter Agada rejects calls to r https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/16/security-operatives-arrest-five-suspects-over-abduction-of-20-nysc-members-in-imo/ https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/16/security-operatives-arrest-five-suspects-over-abduction-of-20-nysc-members-in-imo/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:45:40 +0000 Channels TV Nigerian News The suspects were apprehended in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, and Abia State during intelligence-led operations conducted between October 10 and 14. The post Security Operatives Arrest Five Suspects Over Abduction Of 20 NYSC Members In Imo appeared first on Channels Television. https://www.marketwatch.com/story/this-senate-race-where-data-centers-are-a-crucial-issue-has-more-spending-than-any-other-midterm-clash-5152b43d?mod=mw_rss_topstories https://www.marketwatch.com/story/this-senate-race-where-data-centers-are-a-crucial-issue-has-more-spending-than-any-other-midterm-clash-5152b43d?mod=mw_rss_topstories Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:43:00 +0000 MarketWatch Investment & Stocks Money is pouring in and funding intense, negative ads: “It’s everywhere, and you can’t escape it.” https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-suspected-bandits-recover-150-livestock-in-katsina/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-suspected-bandits-recover-150-livestock-in-katsina/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:42:57 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Katsina State Police have arrested two suspected bandits and recovered over 150 rustled livestock in Kusada LGA, dismissing rumours of a highway blockade. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-suspected-bandits-recover-150-livestock-in-katsina/ https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/13600072/liverpool-set-to-raid-aston-villa-for-johan-manzambi-as-arsenal-eye-move-for-bayern-munich-defender-paper-talk https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/13600072/liverpool-set-to-raid-aston-villa-for-johan-manzambi-as-arsenal-eye-move-for-bayern-munich-defender-paper-talk Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:40:00 +0000 Sky Sports Football Football The top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday's newspapers... https://punchng.com/ex-lawmaker-backs-inclusion-of-wike-soludo-adeleke-in-tinubus-campaign-council/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/ex-lawmaker-backs-inclusion-of-wike-soludo-adeleke-in-tinubus-campaign-council/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:39:18 +0000 Punch Nigerian News A former lawmaker, Sam Onuigbo, has backed the inclusion of opposition politicians like Nyesom Wike and Chukwuma Soludo in President Tinubu’s campaign coun Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-lawmaker-backs-inclusion-of-wike-soludo-adeleke-in-tinubus-campaign-council/ https://leadership.ng/police-arraign-three-men-for-stealing-goats-in-ekiti/ https://leadership.ng/police-arraign-three-men-for-stealing-goats-in-ekiti/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:39:07 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Three men have been arraigned before a Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, over the alleged theft of seven goats valued at N700,000.   The defendants, Olarewaju Segun, 27; Abubakar Yinusa, 28; and Farouk Aliu, 28, are facing two counts of stealing and receiving stolen property. https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/16/brent-hits-110-as-global-oil-fears-threaten-nigerias-petrol-price-relief/ https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/16/brent-hits-110-as-global-oil-fears-threaten-nigerias-petrol-price-relief/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:38:45 +0000 Nairametrics Nigerian News Brent crude oil prices rose to $110 per barrel on Friday for the first time since May, as renewed attacks on energy infrastructure in the Middle East and Russia heightened supply concerns and weakened prospects for a sustained price decline. The global benchmark gained 3.7%, recording its second con https://www.marketwatch.com/story/could-an-anthropic-ipo-put-your-401-k-at-risk-the-ai-safety-debate-hits-a-new-dimension-db3f09f7?mod=mw_rss_topstories https://www.marketwatch.com/story/could-an-anthropic-ipo-put-your-401-k-at-risk-the-ai-safety-debate-hits-a-new-dimension-db3f09f7?mod=mw_rss_topstories Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:35:00 +0000 MarketWatch Investment & Stocks Anthropic and New York City’s comptroller have opened a line of communication to discuss “existential risks” posed by AI and what that could mean for the company’s future stock. https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/917689-mainas-son-faisal-arrested-after-six-years-on-the-run-report.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/917689-mainas-son-faisal-arrested-after-six-years-on-the-run-report.html Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:34:51 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News Faisal Maina had been on the run since 2020 after he was arraigned by the EFCC on a three-count charge bordering on money laundering. The post Maina’s son, Faisal, arrested after six years on the run – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/withholding-of-nlng-dividend-hindering-states-progress-makinde/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/withholding-of-nlng-dividend-hindering-states-progress-makinde/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:32:32 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News The presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, APM, and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said the failure of states to receive their share of Nigeria LNG, NLNG, dividends is hindering development planning and infrastructure investment across the federation. Makinde said the delay ha https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/npfl-shooting-stars-end-winless-run-with-victory-over-ranchers-bees/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/npfl-shooting-stars-end-winless-run-with-victory-over-ranchers-bees/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:31:54 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Shooting Stars ended their five-game winless run in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, with an emphatic 3-1 victory over Ranchers Bees. The crucial win eased the pressure on Shooting Stars technical adviser Salisu Yusuf, as the Oluyole Warriors secured their first league victory in five matc https://leadership.ng/mob-sets-brt-bus-ablaze-after-motorcyclists-death-in-lagos/ https://leadership.ng/mob-sets-brt-bus-ablaze-after-motorcyclists-death-in-lagos/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:30:35 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News An angry mob has set a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) bus ablaze after it reportedly crushed a motorcyclist to death at Ogolonto Bus Stop along Ikorodu Road in Lagos State.   The incident reportedly triggered an outburst of anger, with some members of the mob attacking the bus driver before police off https://www.marketwatch.com/story/the-bond-market-shrugged-off-two-inflation-shocks-why-stock-investors-should-pay-attention-5da4f771?mod=mw_rss_topstories https://www.marketwatch.com/story/the-bond-market-shrugged-off-two-inflation-shocks-why-stock-investors-should-pay-attention-5da4f771?mod=mw_rss_topstories Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:30:00 +0000 MarketWatch Investment & Stocks Hot CPI and PPI data should have pushed Treasury yields higher. Instead, bond buyers stepped in to suggest yields have risen high enough to become attractive for investors. https://thesun.ng/oluku-market-fire-okpebholo-pledges-support-for-affected-traders/ https://thesun.ng/oluku-market-fire-okpebholo-pledges-support-for-affected-traders/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:28:29 +0000 The Sun Nigerian News Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has promised to support traders affected by the fire at Oluku Market, assuring them of assistance to rebuild the market and restore their means of livelihood. The post Oluku Market fire: Okpebholo pledges support for affected traders appeared first on The Sun Ni https://punchng.com/2027-kaduna-gov-abbas-back-tinubus-re-election/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/2027-kaduna-gov-abbas-back-tinubus-re-election/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:28:08 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, and House of Reps Speaker, Tajudeen Abbas, have backed President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, citing projects in the Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-kaduna-gov-abbas-back-tinubus-re-election/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/adc-supporters-bitter-over-obi-kwankwasos-divorce-shehu-sani/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/adc-supporters-bitter-over-obi-kwankwasos-divorce-shehu-sani/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:28:01 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has accused supporters of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, of smearing Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso following their political separation. Sani was reacting to a recent statement by the ADC accusing Kwankwaso of supporting Obi out of personal ambition an https://dailytrust.com/dss-arrests-mainas-son-weeks-after-father-was-declared-wanted/ https://dailytrust.com/dss-arrests-mainas-son-weeks-after-father-was-declared-wanted/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:26:22 +0000 Daily Trust Nigerian News The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested Faisal Abdulrasheed Maina, fugitive son of the former Chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Task Team, Abdulrasheed Maina. The agency has also handed him over to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The development comes after EFCC https://punchng.com/nnpc-confirms-rivers-pipeline-explosion/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/nnpc-confirms-rivers-pipeline-explosion/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:25:30 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The NNPC has confirmed a gas pipeline explosion in Aleto, Rivers State, which caused injuries and damaged property, and has activated emergency responses. Read More: https://punchng.com/nnpc-confirms-rivers-pipeline-explosion/ https://www.completesports.com/forest-sweating-on-fitness-of-gibbs-white-ahead-of-arsenal-clash/ https://www.completesports.com/forest-sweating-on-fitness-of-gibbs-white-ahead-of-arsenal-clash/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:25:16 +0000 Completesports Football Nottingham Forest are sweating on the fitness of Morgan Gibbs-White ahead of Sunday’s clash with Arsenal. The England international picked up a calf injury in last weekend’s defeat at Crystal Palace and has not trained all week. He is expected to train with the squad on Saturday and will https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/16/us-budget-deficit-nears-2trn-highest-since-2021/ https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/16/us-budget-deficit-nears-2trn-highest-since-2021/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:23:29 +0000 Channels TV Nigerian News Among other sectors, spending on defence military programmes increased by $48 billion, or six per cent, over the year to $917 billion. The post US Budget Deficit Nears $2trn, Highest Since 2021 appeared first on Channels Television. https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/16/replit-is-no-longer-working-with-anthropic-ceo-says/ https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/16/replit-is-no-longer-working-with-anthropic-ceo-says/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:22:28 +0000 TechCrunch Naija Tech Masad said the decision was made for a number of different reasons, including cost. Replit announced a partnership with OpenAI in August, but there was never any indication that it was no longer with Anthropic. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/gunmen-kill-two-at-plateau-mining-site-2/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/gunmen-kill-two-at-plateau-mining-site-2/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:21:58 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News The victims, identified as Goodluck Bulus and Emmanuel Monday, both in their mid-20s, were reportedly killed on Friday, in an attack that has renewed concerns over persistent insecurity in the area. The post Gunmen kill two at Plateau mining site appeared first on Vanguard News. https://www.marketwatch.com/story/new-sec-rules-would-fleece-everyday-investors-to-enrich-wall-street-0a00fe03?mod=mw_rss_topstories https://www.marketwatch.com/story/new-sec-rules-would-fleece-everyday-investors-to-enrich-wall-street-0a00fe03?mod=mw_rss_topstories Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:21:00 +0000 MarketWatch Investment & Stocks New proposals from the Securities and Exchange Commission will tilt the scales in favor of Wall Street and against a huge group of retail investors. https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/troops-rescue-27-kidnap-victims-including-six-month-old-baby-in-katsina/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/troops-rescue-27-kidnap-victims-including-six-month-old-baby-in-katsina/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:17:50 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued 27 people abducted by suspected terrorists in Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State, including a six-month-old baby, after engaging the kidnappers in a gunfight. The victims were rescued on Friday, October 16, 2026, by soldiers of the 17 Brigade https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cqn73xe5eelgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cqn73xe5eelgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:15:47 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football Some players are destined to make their biggest impact off the bench, but who are the top 10 Premier League super subs of all time? https://www.marketwatch.com/story/its-a-wait-and-see-situation-im-63-and-diagnosed-with-lymphoma-should-i-take-my-social-security-next-year-ea88b419?mod=mw_rss_topstories https://www.marketwatch.com/story/its-a-wait-and-see-situation-im-63-and-diagnosed-with-lymphoma-should-i-take-my-social-security-next-year-ea88b419?mod=mw_rss_topstories Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:15:00 +0000 MarketWatch Investment & Stocks “My plan is to continue working as long as I’m able to do so and invest my Social Security benefits while I’m still earning a paycheck.” https://punchng.com/ofala-2026-obi-of-onitsha-urges-tinubu-to-tackle-hunger-unemployment/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/ofala-2026-obi-of-onitsha-urges-tinubu-to-tackle-hunger-unemployment/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:10:24 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Achebe, has urged President Bola Tinubu to prioritise tackling hunger, unemployment, and insecurity in Nigeria. Read More: https://punchng.com/ofala-2026-obi-of-onitsha-urges-tinubu-to-tackle-hunger-unemployment/ https://thesun.ng/inec-list-kwankwasiyya-members-protest-over-exclusion-of-kano-ndc-guber-candidate/ https://thesun.ng/inec-list-kwankwasiyya-members-protest-over-exclusion-of-kano-ndc-guber-candidate/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:09:51 +0000 The Sun Nigerian News Hundreds of supporters of the Kwankwasiyya Movement on Friday protested at the Kano State office of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), demanding the reinstatement of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship candidate, Comrade Aminu Gwarzo. The post INEC list: Kwankwasiyy https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/10/16/meta-employees-say-lulas-accounts-restricted-in-brazil-election-report?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/10/16/meta-employees-say-lulas-accounts-restricted-in-brazil-election-report?traffic_source=rss Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:08:50 +0000 Al Jazeera World News The messages, reported by a Brazilian daily, say the platform recommended Bolsonaro's profile and his WhatsApp channel. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/16/how-israeli-spyware-used-zero-click-hack-on-al-jazeera-staff?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/16/how-israeli-spyware-used-zero-click-hack-on-al-jazeera-staff?traffic_source=rss Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:08:44 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Israeli spyware firms hacked into Al Jazeera devices in 2024 using a new ‘adfection’ method. Here's how it works. https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/dss-arrests-faisal-maina-fugitive-son-of-ex-pension-reform-task-force-chief/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/dss-arrests-faisal-maina-fugitive-son-of-ex-pension-reform-task-force-chief/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:06:59 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested Faisal Abdulrasheed Maina, the fugitive son of former Pension Reform Task Team chairman Abdulrasheed Maina, and handed him over to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). According to security sources cited by Zagazola Makama, Faisal w https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/16/2027-ypp-candidate-agada-rules-out-fuel-subsidy-return/ https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/16/2027-ypp-candidate-agada-rules-out-fuel-subsidy-return/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:06:38 +0000 Channels TV Nigerian News Agada said he would retain the subsidy removal policy introduced by President Bola Tinubu but reform government spending to improve revenue and economic outcomes. The post 2027: YPP Candidate Agada Rules Out Fuel Subsidy Return appeared first on Channels Television. https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/16/trumps-press-secretary-katie-zacharia-leaves-job-after-five-days/ https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/16/trumps-press-secretary-katie-zacharia-leaves-job-after-five-days/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:02:48 +0000 Channels TV Nigerian News The writing was on the wall earlier when Trump made clear he was ready to see his newly minted spokeswoman go amid criticism that she had pretended to be a lawyer and over her one, much-mocked press briefing. The post Trump’s Press Secretary Katie Zacharia Leaves Job After Five Days appeared first o https://neuralwatt.com/news/why-harnesses-matter-for-energy-efficiency https://neuralwatt.com/news/why-harnesses-matter-for-energy-efficiency Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:01:23 +0000 Hacker News Naija Tech Article URL: https://neuralwatt.com/news/why-harnesses-matter-for-energy-efficiency Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50124642 Points: 16 # Comments: 3 https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/enugu-corps-members-death-not-caused-by-substandard-medicines-nafdac/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/enugu-corps-members-death-not-caused-by-substandard-medicines-nafdac/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:59:46 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News The statement stated that the deceased was however, stabilised with intramuscular antimalarial and other supportive medications given intravenously. The post Enugu Corps member’s death not caused by substandard medicines – NAFDAC appeared first on Vanguard News. https://www.marketwatch.com/story/dont-buy-this-dip-several-signs-suggest-theres-more-pain-ahead-for-tech-stocks-83f971d7?mod=mw_rss_topstories https://www.marketwatch.com/story/dont-buy-this-dip-several-signs-suggest-theres-more-pain-ahead-for-tech-stocks-83f971d7?mod=mw_rss_topstories Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:58:00 +0000 MarketWatch Investment & Stocks Thinking of buying the dip in technology stocks? The Nasdaq Composite’s technical outlook suggests don’t do it — at least not yet. https://leadership.ng/logistics-committee-work-ends-after-2027-polls/ https://leadership.ng/logistics-committee-work-ends-after-2027-polls/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:54:01 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News     The Electoral Logistics Committee (ELOC) inaugurated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the 2027 general election will conclude its assignment after the polls, as it is an ad-hoc committee set up specifically to coordinate election logistics.   A reliable https://www.theverge.com/entertainment/1013277/wu-tang-once-upon-a-time-in-shaolin-pablo-torre-martin-shkreli https://www.theverge.com/entertainment/1013277/wu-tang-once-upon-a-time-in-shaolin-pablo-torre-martin-shkreli Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:50:27 +0000 The Verge Naija Tech Wu-Tang's Once Upon A Time in Shaolin album has, for the most part, been extremely difficult to listen to, but you can now hear two snippets of the album thanks to the podcast Pablo Torre Finds Out, which just published an episode all about the exclusive record. Once Upon A Time in Shaolin has a [&# https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/16/he-was-promised-e25000-to-kill-now-norwegian-teenager-to-rot-in-uk-jail-20-years/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/16/he-was-promised-e25000-to-kill-now-norwegian-teenager-to-rot-in-uk-jail-20-years/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:49:55 +0000 PM News Nigerian News Investigators pieced together Natland’s movements using CCTV footage from the airport and hotel, alongside digital evidence recovered from his mobile phone. https://www.theverge.com/transportation/1013280/tesla-chp-fsd-crash https://www.theverge.com/transportation/1013280/tesla-chp-fsd-crash Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:49:04 +0000 The Verge Naija Tech After this horrific crash involving a Tesla driver who said he was asleep and using the driver assist mode, the California Highway Patrol warns that "Despite its name, full self-driving is not fully autonomous. Technology does not relieve drivers of their responsibility to safely operate their vehic https://thesun.ng/troops-neutralise-two-terrorists-recover-four-ak-47-rifles-eight-motorcycles-in-sokoto/ https://thesun.ng/troops-neutralise-two-terrorists-recover-four-ak-47-rifles-eight-motorcycles-in-sokoto/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:43:01 +0000 The Sun Nigerian News Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have neutralised two terrorists and recovered arms, ammunition and other items during clearance operations in Sokoto State. The post Troops neutralise two terrorists, recover four AK-47 rifles, eight motorcycles in Sokoto appeared fi https://businessday.ng/news/article/aig-imoukhuede-foundation-rallies-reform-leaders-to-tackle-implementation-gaps/ https://businessday.ng/news/article/aig-imoukhuede-foundation-rallies-reform-leaders-to-tackle-implementation-gaps/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:39:42 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has rallied public sector reform leaders, stakeholders and alumni to address barriers to implementing reforms, and bridge https://dailytrust.com/ex-convicts-arrested-over-alleged-n50m-robbery-in-osun/ https://dailytrust.com/ex-convicts-arrested-over-alleged-n50m-robbery-in-osun/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:39:18 +0000 Daily Trust Nigerian News Two ex-convicts, Ejike Ani, 32, and Chubuzor Anasihwe, 31, have been arrested by operatives of the Lagos State Police Command over alleged robbery operations along the Ife-Ilesha Expressway in Osun State, where five vehicles and valuables estimated at N50m were reportedly stolen. The suspects were a https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/16/students-in-europe-are-rising-up-to-call-for-better-education?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/16/students-in-europe-are-rising-up-to-call-for-better-education?traffic_source=rss Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:38:00 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Violent unrest is gripping several countries across Europe, as student activists demand better education systems. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/16/food-affordability-fears-plague-gaza-as-israel-halts-commercial-goods?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/16/food-affordability-fears-plague-gaza-as-israel-halts-commercial-goods?traffic_source=rss Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:37:22 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Commercial goods, such as fresh fruit, vegetables, meat and winter clothing, have not entered Gaza for two days. https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/16/five-charges-one-officer-inside-the-case-shaking-uk-metropolitan-police/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/16/five-charges-one-officer-inside-the-case-shaking-uk-metropolitan-police/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:37:18 +0000 PM News Nigerian News The charges include one count of attempted rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of intentional strangulation. https://businessday.ng/news/article/nlng-dividend-delay-hurting-states-makinde/ https://businessday.ng/news/article/nlng-dividend-delay-hurting-states-makinde/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:36:16 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has raised fresh concerns over the withholding of Nigeria LNG (NLNG) dividend funds meant https://leadership.ng/bears-regain-control-on-stock-market-as-investors-lose-n109bn/ https://leadership.ng/bears-regain-control-on-stock-market-as-investors-lose-n109bn/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:35:46 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News   The Nigerian stock market closed slightly lower on Friday, as the NGX All-Share Index declined by 0.07 per cent to 247,539.73 points. This reducing its year-to-date return to 59.07 per cent and trimming market capitalisation by N109 billion to N160.73 trillion. Despite the decline, investor s https://github.com/home-assistant/home-assistant.io/issues/49314 https://github.com/home-assistant/home-assistant.io/issues/49314 Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:33:41 +0000 Hacker News Naija Tech Article URL: https://github.com/home-assistant/home-assistant.io/issues/49314 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50124251 Points: 112 # Comments: 62 https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-reciprocate-tinubus-love-abbas-urges-kaduna-residents/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-reciprocate-tinubus-love-abbas-urges-kaduna-residents https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-reciprocate-tinubus-love-abbas-urges-kaduna-residents/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-reciprocate-tinubus-love-abbas-urges-kaduna-residents Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:33:35 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has charged the people of Zone 1 Senatorial District of Kaduna State to examine the benefits of the partnership between himself, the state governor, Sen. Uba Sani, and President Bola Tinubu with a view to casting their votes for all t https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-10-16/wall-street-anxiety-spreads-as-ai-rout-meets-110-oil-shock https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-10-16/wall-street-anxiety-spreads-as-ai-rout-meets-110-oil-shock Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:31:45 +0000 Bloomberg Markets Investment & Stocks Wall Street has spent the year betting on staggering AI growth while worrying about stubborn inflation. This week, investors got a fresh taste of both risks: a deepening rout in the AI complex that reached into its debt financing, and oil at $110 a barrel threatening to make inflation harder to cont https://leadership.ng/real-estate-scams-fake-agents-forged-titles-threaten-nigerians-life-savings/ https://leadership.ng/real-estate-scams-fake-agents-forged-titles-threaten-nigerians-life-savings/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:30:59 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Thousands of Nigerians risk losing their life savings to alleged real estate fraud involving forged title documents, fake agents and disputed ownership, with an Abuja-based estate surveyor alleging that some cases involve insiders in land administration institutions. Principal consultant at Osadolor https://newtelegraphng.com/makinde-assures-lautech-teaching-hospital-staff-of-salary-payment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=makinde-assures-lautech-teaching-hospital-staff-of-salary-payment https://newtelegraphng.com/makinde-assures-lautech-teaching-hospital-staff-of-salary-payment/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=makinde-assures-lautech-teaching-hospital-staff-of-salary-payment Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:30:46 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Oyo State Governor and the Presidential Candidate of the Allied People’s Movement (APM), Seyi Makinde, on Thursday assured striking workers at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, that the state government will address all their outstanding demands. The https://newtelegraphng.com/lagos-targets-40-food-self-sufficiency-backs-farmers-with-n500bn-fund/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lagos-targets-40-food-self-sufficiency-backs-farmers-with-n500bn-fund https://newtelegraphng.com/lagos-targets-40-food-self-sufficiency-backs-farmers-with-n500bn-fund/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lagos-targets-40-food-self-sufficiency-backs-farmers-with-n500bn-fund Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:29:00 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Lagos State Government has set a target of increasing local food self-sufficiency from 20 per cent to 40 per cent, backed by a ₦500 billion offtake guarantee fund and investments in agro-produce hubs to improve supply and affordability. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced this on Friday at the gra https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/16/three-men-jailed-for-robbing-london-man-of-140000-luxury-watch-at-knifepoint/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/16/three-men-jailed-for-robbing-london-man-of-140000-luxury-watch-at-knifepoint/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:28:38 +0000 PM News Nigerian News According to the police, the victim was robbed at knifepoint of a Richard Mille watch, a high-end luxury timepiece valued at £140,000. https://thesun.ng/president-xi-jinping-botswana-president-boko-hold-talks-in-beijing/ https://thesun.ng/president-xi-jinping-botswana-president-boko-hold-talks-in-beijing/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:28:07 +0000 The Sun Nigerian News Chinese President Xi Jinping, earlier in the week, held talks with President Duma Gideon Boko of Botswana, who was on a state visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The post President Xi Jinping, Botswana President Boko hold talks in Beijing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria. https://newtelegraphng.com/birmingham-unilag-launch-joint-postgraduate-degrees-in-nigeria/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=birmingham-unilag-launch-joint-postgraduate-degrees-in-nigeria https://newtelegraphng.com/birmingham-unilag-launch-joint-postgraduate-degrees-in-nigeria/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=birmingham-unilag-launch-joint-postgraduate-degrees-in-nigeria Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:27:41 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News The University of Birmingham, United Kingdom (UK), and the University of Lagos (UNILAG) have launched two joint postgraduate programmes in Nigeria, aimed at expanding access to international-standard education and developing skills in artificial intelligence, data technologies and digital communicat https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/dss-military-police-arrest-5-over-nysc-members-kidnap/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/dss-military-police-arrest-5-over-nysc-members-kidnap/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:27:11 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), the military and police have arrested five suspected members of a criminal gang allegedly responsible for the abduction of 20 prospective National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members in Imo State on Nigeria’s 66th Independence Day. The post DSS, m https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-10-16/coreweave-slides-on-ai-fears-closing-bell-video https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-10-16/coreweave-slides-on-ai-fears-closing-bell-video Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:27:01 +0000 Bloomberg Markets Investment & Stocks Comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the U.S. market close on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Kristine Aquino, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. (Source: Bloomberg) https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20261016-zelensky-turns-to-europe-for-backing-as-ties-with-trump-deteriorate https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20261016-zelensky-turns-to-europe-for-backing-as-ties-with-trump-deteriorate Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:25:46 +0000 France 24 World News Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky turned to his European allies on Friday, asking Brussels for an additional €70 billion to fund the war against Russia next year. Zelensky's relationship with US President Donald Trump deteriorated after the US eased sanctions on Moscow as part of a diesel-suppl https://www.france24.com/en/kenya-confirms-third-ebola-case https://www.france24.com/en/kenya-confirms-third-ebola-case Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:25:16 +0000 France 24 World News In tonight's programme, Kenya confirms a third case of Ebola, a relative of a man who died earlier this month after travelling from DR Congo. Also,Cameroonian journalist Ambe Macmillan is recovering in hospital after being shot in the legs by gunmen in Bamenda. And we meet Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Ma https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/nsib-probes-private-jet-after-door-falls-mid-air/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/nsib-probes-private-jet-after-door-falls-mid-air/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:22:25 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News A private jet operated by Triton Aviation made an emergency landing at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, after losing a door mid-air on Thursday. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) confirmed the incident to TheCable on Friday, saying an investigation had commenced. “The i https://dailytrust.com/reece-james-out-for-lengthy-period-after-successful-knee-surgery/ https://dailytrust.com/reece-james-out-for-lengthy-period-after-successful-knee-surgery/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:18:10 +0000 Daily Trust Nigerian News Chelsea captain, Reece James, has undergone minor knee surgery and will be out for an undisclosed period. The London club announced James’ successful surgery for an injury the England internal suffered in training before the club’s 5-1 thrashing of Bournemouth last week. An assessment of the injury https://newtelegraphng.com/nlng-dividend-delay-hurting-states-says-makinde/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nlng-dividend-delay-hurting-states-says-makinde https://newtelegraphng.com/nlng-dividend-delay-hurting-states-says-makinde/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nlng-dividend-delay-hurting-states-says-makinde Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:16:15 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has raised fresh concerns over the withholding of Nigeria LNG (NLNG) dividend funds meant for states, describing the delay as a major setback for subnational development planning and long-term infrastructure investment. Speaking on Friday at the Year 2027 Budget Sta https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/16/troops-kill-two-terrorists-recover-arms-motorcycles-in-sokoto/ https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/16/troops-kill-two-terrorists-recover-arms-motorcycles-in-sokoto/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:15:24 +0000 Channels TV Nigerian News The latest operation came days after troops of Sector 4, Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), repelled a coordinated attack by terrorists on Forward Operating Base (FOB) Garaha in Adamawa State. The post Troops Kill Two Terrorists, Recover Arms, Motorcycles In Sokoto appeared f https://newtelegraphng.com/connectivity-key-to-financial-inclusion-education-kalu/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=connectivity-key-to-financial-inclusion-education-kalu https://newtelegraphng.com/connectivity-key-to-financial-inclusion-education-kalu/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=connectivity-key-to-financial-inclusion-education-kalu Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:13:49 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has said reliable telecommunications connectivity is critical to driving financial inclusion, expanding access to education and improving healthcare delivery in rural communities in Nigeria. Kalu made the remarks during the commissi https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/2027-adebutus-omission-from-inec-list-unintentional-sowunmi-kolapo/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/2027-adebutus-omission-from-inec-list-unintentional-sowunmi-kolapo/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:13:16 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News …Says omission will be addressed soon, insists PDP candidate will win By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Deputy Governorship Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2027 Ogun State governorship election, Hajia Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo, has expressed confidence that the omission of her princi https://www.tvcnews.tv/dss-arrests-hands-mainas-fugitive-son-to-efcc/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/dss-arrests-hands-mainas-fugitive-son-to-efcc/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:12:11 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News The Department of State Services (DSS), has arrested Faisal Abdulrasheed Maina, fugitive son of the former Chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Task Team, Abdulrasheed Maina. The agency has also handed him over to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Security sources revealed that https://dailytrust.com/fg-urged-to-modernize-land-borders-with-advanced-technology-for-surveillance/ https://dailytrust.com/fg-urged-to-modernize-land-borders-with-advanced-technology-for-surveillance/ Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:10:59 +0000 Daily Trust Nigerian News The Adamawa state government has urged the federal government to as a matter of utmost importance upgrade and modernize various international borders for protection of its citizens. Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri made the call at the opening ceremony of a two-day federal and states security administr https://www.premiumtimesng.com/business/business-news/917686-nsib-kicks-off-probe-into-aircraft-door-loss-incident.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/business/business-news/917686-nsib-kicks-off-probe-into-aircraft-door-loss-incident.html Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:10:38 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its director-general and CEO, Alex Badeh Jr., the NSIB said the missing door has been recovered and secured at its wreckage hangar. The post NSIB kicks off probe into aircraft door loss incident appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20261016-finish-what-we-started-after-student-protests-france-braces-return-yellow-vests https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20261016-finish-what-we-started-after-student-protests-france-braces-return-yellow-vests Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:10:18 +0000 France 24 World News An online movement against rising fuel prices has gained momentum ahead of planned nationwide demonstrations on October 17 with former Yellow Vest figures set to join the protests in support of high-school students. Some are drawing parallels between the latest action and the 2018 cost-of-living pro https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/16/oregon-community-mourns-victims-of-school-shooting?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/16/oregon-community-mourns-victims-of-school-shooting?traffic_source=rss Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:08:52 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Mourners quietly grieved at a makeshift memorial outside an elementary school in Bend, Oregon.