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 Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:55:52 +0000 60 https://naijadigest.ng/social-card.png https://naijadigest.ng/ https://www.premiumtimesng.com/regional/north-central/921693-exclusive-report-details-nscdc-officers-contributions-to-detention-tragedy-in-niger-recommends-dismissal-prosecution.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/regional/north-central/921693-exclusive-report-details-nscdc-officers-contributions-to-detention-tragedy-in-niger-recommends-dismissal-prosecution.html Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:54:30 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News The report attributed the cruel and degrading detention conditions leading to the deats of 33 detainees, including 14 children, to the actions and negligence of the officers. The post EXCLUSIVE: Report details NSCDC officers’ contributions to detention tragedy in Niger, recommends dismissal, p https://www.tvcnews.tv/sowore-discharged-from-ekiti-police-hospital-after-restaurant-clash-police/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/sowore-discharged-from-ekiti-police-hospital-after-restaurant-clash-police/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:51:13 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News The Ekiti State Police Command has confirmed the discharge of African Action Congress (AAC) presidential aspirant, Omoyele Sowore, and other victims following a fracas at a restaurant in Ado-Ekiti. The post Sowore Discharged From Ekiti Police Hospital After Restaurant Clash- Police appeared first on https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/enugu-apc-releases-updated-campaign-council-list/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/enugu-apc-releases-updated-campaign-council-list/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:48:51 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News The Enugu State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has released an updated list of its Campaign Council. The post Enugu APC releases updated campaign council list appeared first on Vanguard News. https://punchng.com/morning-recap-heatwave-bites-hard-sowore-ekiti-attack-fgs-transport-allowance-debate-other-top-stories/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/morning-recap-heatwave-bites-hard-sowore-ekiti-attack-fgs-transport-allowance-debate-other-top-stories/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:45:30 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Read a recap of Nigeria’s top stories, including the biting heatwave, the dispute over an attack on Omoyele Sowore in Ekiti, and labour’s transport allowan Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-heatwave-bites-hard-sowore-ekiti-attack-fgs-transport-allowance-debate-other-top-stori https://punchng.com/senegal-kicks-off-youth-games-africas-first-ever-olympics/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/senegal-kicks-off-youth-games-africas-first-ever-olympics/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:43:44 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Senegal hosts the 2026 Youth Olympic Games, the first-ever Olympic event on African soil, with 2,665 young athletes competing in Dakar. Read More: https://punchng.com/senegal-kicks-off-youth-games-africas-first-ever-olympics/ https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/921690-tinubu-welcomes-airtels-open-network-launch.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/921690-tinubu-welcomes-airtels-open-network-launch.html Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:43:33 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News President Tinubu said the initiative aligns with his administration’s commitment to encouraging private-sector investment. The post Tinubu welcomes Airtel’s open network launch appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/atiku-accuses-inec-of-shielding-officials-behind-voter-register-fraud/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/atiku-accuses-inec-of-shielding-officials-behind-voter-register-fraud/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:41:24 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of concealing evidence and shielding officials implicated in irregularities in the voter register, warning that the scandal threatens the credibility of the 2027 general elections. The post Atiku ac https://punchng.com/us-judge-bars-justice-dept-from-threatening-election-officials/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/us-judge-bars-justice-dept-from-threatening-election-officials/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:41:01 +0000 Punch Nigerian News A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from threatening state and local election officials with criminal prosecution over ballot Read More: https://punchng.com/us-judge-bars-justice-dept-from-threatening-election-officials/ https://punchng.com/debt-worse-than-leprosy-obasanjo-replies-tinubu/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/debt-worse-than-leprosy-obasanjo-replies-tinubu/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:40:43 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has faulted President Tinubu’s stance on borrowing, declaring that Nigeria’s mounting debt is worse than leprosy. Read More: https://punchng.com/debt-worse-than-leprosy-obasanjo-replies-tinubu/ https://businessday.ng/bd-weekender/article/netflix-reviews-armored/ https://businessday.ng/bd-weekender/article/netflix-reviews-armored/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:40:14 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News ARMORED (2009) This movie got me thinking a lot, about how you will start a new job peacefully and decide https://punchng.com/tennis-fernandez-beats-rakhimova-to-reach-tokyo-final/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/tennis-fernandez-beats-rakhimova-to-reach-tokyo-final/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:40:02 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Canada’s Leylah Fernandez has reached the Pan Pacific Open final in Tokyo after beating Uzbekistan’s Kamilla Rakhimova 7-5, 6-3 in their semi-final match. Read More: https://punchng.com/tennis-fernandez-beats-rakhimova-to-reach-tokyo-final/ https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/cbn-appoints-eight-new-pre-shipment-agents-for-nigerias-crude-oil-and-gas-exports/ https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/cbn-appoints-eight-new-pre-shipment-agents-for-nigerias-crude-oil-and-gas-exports/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:39:46 +0000 Nairametrics Nigerian News The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has appointed eight pre-shipment inspection agents to monitor crude oil and gas exports, alongside two monitoring and evaluation agents to oversee their activities. The post CBN appoints eight new pre-shipment agents for Nigeria’s crude oil and gas exports appeared https://www.tvcnews.tv/police-to-train-5000-personnel-in-nigeria-us-italy-security-partnership/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/police-to-train-5000-personnel-in-nigeria-us-italy-security-partnership/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:39:27 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News Inspector-General of Police Olatunji Disu has advanced plans for a trilateral security partnership involving Nigeria, the United States and Italy, with a proposal to provide specialised training for up to 5,000 police personnel. The post Police To Train 5000 Personnel In Nigeria-US-Italy Security Pa https://businessday.ng/world/article/first-algerian-troops-arrive-in-niger-where-jihadists-threaten-stability/ https://businessday.ng/world/article/first-algerian-troops-arrive-in-niger-where-jihadists-threaten-stability/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:39:10 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News An Algerian army convoy has arrived in Niger in Algeria’s first foreign troop deployment since it sent ​forces to support https://punchng.com/human-trafficking-police-rescue-three-girls-in-lagos/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/human-trafficking-police-rescue-three-girls-in-lagos/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:39:02 +0000 Punch Nigerian News The Lagos State Police Command has rescued three young girls from a suspected human trafficking operation in the Badagry area of the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/human-trafficking-police-rescue-three-girls-in-lagos/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/31/ikogosi-marathon-organisers-kick-sowore-out-of-2026-race/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/31/ikogosi-marathon-organisers-kick-sowore-out-of-2026-race/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:37:04 +0000 PM News Nigerian News The organisers of the Ikogosi Marathon have barred AAC presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, from participating in the 2026 edition of the race, citing security concerns and documented conduct. https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/31/ekiti-attack-sowore-demands-sanctions-against-oyebanji-marathon-organisers/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/31/ekiti-attack-sowore-demands-sanctions-against-oyebanji-marathon-organisers/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:36:01 +0000 PM News Nigerian News Sowore made the demand after the organisers of the Marathon issued a statement barring him from participating in the 2026 edition of the sporting event holding today, Saturday, October 31, 2026. https://businessday.ng/brands-advertising/article/genevieve-tambari-fadeh-reframes-modern-womanhood-in-new-book-the-ultimate-woman/ https://businessday.ng/brands-advertising/article/genevieve-tambari-fadeh-reframes-modern-womanhood-in-new-book-the-ultimate-woman/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:35:37 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News At a time when confidence is often confused with loudness and social media frequently rewards confrontation over composure, Ambassador Dr. https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/rev360-reimagining-tax-administration-for-a-digital-nigeria/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/rev360-reimagining-tax-administration-for-a-digital-nigeria/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:34:33 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News By Emmanuel Jonathan For many taxpayers, the true measure of an effective tax system is not the complexity of its laws or the sophistication of its technology, but a much https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/senegal-kicks-off-youth-games-africas-first-ever-olympics/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/senegal-kicks-off-youth-games-africas-first-ever-olympics/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:33:27 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News A total of 136 Senegalese athletes will participate in the Youth Olympics, with some 6,000 volunteers from Senegal helping put on the event. The post Senegal kicks off Youth Games, Africa’s first ever Olympics appeared first on Vanguard News. https://leadership.ng/fire-guts-lagos-mechanic-workshop-damages-21-vehicles/ https://leadership.ng/fire-guts-lagos-mechanic-workshop-damages-21-vehicles/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:31:18 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News A fire has gutted a mechanic workshop in the Isheri-Idimu area of Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State, damaging 21 vehicles and a section of a nearby building. The fire broke out at about 3:05am on Thursday along Oladunni Street, beside Eternal Filling Station, raising fears that the infer https://www.tvcnews.tv/kenya-secures-russias-pledge-to-stop-recruiting-kenyans-into-its-military/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/kenya-secures-russias-pledge-to-stop-recruiting-kenyans-into-its-military/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:30:08 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News Kenyan President William Ruto says Russia has agreed to stop recruiting Kenyan nationals into its military following talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The post Kenya Secures Russia’s Pledge To Stop Recruiting Kenyans Into Its Military appeared first on Trending News. https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/obafemi-hamzat-and-the-lagos-promise/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/obafemi-hamzat-and-the-lagos-promise/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:28:40 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News By Mobolaji Sanusi “The visionary starts with a clean sheet of paper, and re-imagines the world.”—Malcolm Gladwell In my part of the world, one familiar cliché routinely finds its way https://leadership.ng/nigerian-songs-that-defined-different-generations/ https://leadership.ng/nigerian-songs-that-defined-different-generations/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:26:50 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Nigerian music has evolved across generations, moving from the dominance of highlife, juju and Afrobeat to reggae, hip-hop, R&B and the globally recognised Afrobeats sound. Over the decades, certain songs have become cultural landmarks, moving beyond entertainment to dominate radio stations, par https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/us-judge-issues-restraining-order-against-justice-dept-over-election-directives/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/us-judge-issues-restraining-order-against-justice-dept-over-election-directives/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:25:19 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News A US federal judge temporarily blocked on Friday the Justice Department from threatening state and local election officials with criminal prosecution if they fail to comply with its directives on processing ballots. The post US judge issues restraining order against Justice Dept over election direct https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/geregu-powers-9m-pre-tax-profit-falls-79-85-despite-beating-q3-forecast/ https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/geregu-powers-9m-pre-tax-profit-falls-79-85-despite-beating-q3-forecast/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:24:09 +0000 Nairametrics Nigerian News Geregu Power Plc has released its unaudited financial results for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, reporting a pre-tax profit of N7.55 billion, representing a 79.85% decline from N37.46 billion in the corresponding period of 2025. The post Geregu Power’s 9M pre-tax profit falls 79.85% https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/ndlea-no-payment-required-for-drug-integrity-test-by-interior-ministry-recruits-2/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/ndlea-no-payment-required-for-drug-integrity-test-by-interior-ministry-recruits-2/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:22:05 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News Michael Olugbode in Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has warned applicants undergoing recruitment into four agencies under the Ministry of Interior against making payments for the mandatory https://businessday.ng/bd-weekender/article/the-dibia-and-her-faith/ https://businessday.ng/bd-weekender/article/the-dibia-and-her-faith/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:20:45 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News For twelve years, Chinenye had lived with the pain of widowhood, the burden of raising three daughters alone and the https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/31/us-south-korea-japan-call-for-complete-denuclearisation-of-north-korea?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/31/us-south-korea-japan-call-for-complete-denuclearisation-of-north-korea?traffic_source=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:20:45 +0000 Al Jazeera World News The joint statement comes as US President Donald Trump seeks a new meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. https://www.tvcnews.tv/tinubu-welcomes-airtel-open-network-initiative-urges-operators-to-improve-service-quality/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/tinubu-welcomes-airtel-open-network-initiative-urges-operators-to-improve-service-quality/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:20:42 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News President Bola Tinubu has welcomed Airtel Nigeria’s Open Network initiative, describing it as a significant step towards greater transparency, consumer protection and improved telecommunications services The post Tinubu Welcomes Airtel Open Network Initiative, Urges Operators To Improve Service Qual https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/how-to-harness-gains-of-ai-for-devt-by-olaopa/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/how-to-harness-gains-of-ai-for-devt-by-olaopa/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:20:03 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News The Chairman, Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Prof. Tunji Olaopa, has proposed measures that governments could deploy in order to harness the gains of Artificial Intelligence ( AI) for development. https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-rivers-united-rangers-gear-up-for-blockbuster-showdown-in-port-harcourt/ https://www.completesports.com/euromatch-npfl-rivers-united-rangers-gear-up-for-blockbuster-showdown-in-port-harcourt/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:19:48 +0000 Completesports Football Rivers United and Rangers International will lock horns in a top-of-the-table clash at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt, on Sunday, with both sides eyeing a crucial victory in the race for the Nigeria Premier Football League ,NPFL, title, reports Completesports.com. The two title conten https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/31/why-opay-suspended-listing-trading-on-new-york-stock-exchange/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/31/why-opay-suspended-listing-trading-on-new-york-stock-exchange/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:18:56 +0000 PM News Nigerian News The withdrawal of its US IPO leaves questions about the timing and structure of its proposed Nigerian stock market listing https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/tinubu-appoints-prof-ahmad-as-uduth-cmd/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/tinubu-appoints-prof-ahmad-as-uduth-cmd/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:15:21 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Professor Murtala Muhammad Ahmad as the seventh substantive Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the Usmanu Danfodiyo University https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/31/military-records-73-drop-in-attacks-oluyede/ https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/31/military-records-73-drop-in-attacks-oluyede/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:13:53 +0000 Channels TV Nigerian News Oluyede urged troops to remain disciplined, uphold the rules of engagement and respect human rights, while warning against complacency, particularly as the festive season approaches. The post Military Records 73% Drop In Attacks — Oluyede appeared first on Channels Television. https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/wema-banks-9m-pre-tax-profit-jumps-76-62-to-n258-64-billion-on-strong-interest-income/ https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/wema-banks-9m-pre-tax-profit-jumps-76-62-to-n258-64-billion-on-strong-interest-income/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:13:15 +0000 Nairametrics Nigerian News Wema Bank Plc has released its unaudited financial results for the nine months ended September 30, 2026, reporting a pre-tax profit of N258.64 billion, representing a 76.62% increase from N146.43 billion in the corresponding period of 2025. The post Wema Bank’s 9M pre-tax profit jumps 76.62% t https://leadership.ng/pastor-jimmy-odukoya-sparks-marriage-speculation-with-new-beginnings-post/ https://leadership.ng/pastor-jimmy-odukoya-sparks-marriage-speculation-with-new-beginnings-post/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:11:01 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Senior Pastor of The Fountain of Life Church, Jimmy Odukoya, has sparked speculation about his relationship status after sharing a photograph of two hands adorned with rings on social media. The pastor and Nollywood actor posted the image on his Instagram page on Friday, October 30, 2026, with the c https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/ondo-apc-presidential-campaign-council-inaugurates-eight-media-subcommittees/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/ondo-apc-presidential-campaign-council-inaugurates-eight-media-subcommittees/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:11:00 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News The Media and Strategic Communication Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council in Ondo State has constituted eight subcommittees to strengthen its communication and publicity activities ahead https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/31/anambra-govt-vows-justice-for-10-year-old-girl-assaulted-by-aunt/ https://pmnewsnigeria.com/2026/10/31/anambra-govt-vows-justice-for-10-year-old-girl-assaulted-by-aunt/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:08:53 +0000 PM News Nigerian News Onyekesi reaffirmed the commitment of Anambra State Government to protecting children and combating all forms of abuse and maltreatment. https://leadership.ng/navy-intercepts-2-wooden-boats-tugboat-recovers-140000-litres-of-petroleum-products-in-delta/ https://leadership.ng/navy-intercepts-2-wooden-boats-tugboat-recovers-140000-litres-of-petroleum-products-in-delta/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:07:54 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News The Nigerian Navy has intercepted two wooden boats, a tugboat and recovered 140,000 litres of stolen crude in Delta State. A statement by the Spokesman Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho said the interception followed a sustained crackdown on crude oil theft and other forms of petroleum-related economi https://www.tvcnews.tv/ethiopia-converts-first-26-city-buses-to-natural-gas-cuts-passenger-fares-by-50/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/ethiopia-converts-first-26-city-buses-to-natural-gas-cuts-passenger-fares-by-50/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:05:02 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News Ethiopia has converted its first 26 city buses from fuel to natural gas, with the vehicles now deployed for public transportation in the capital, Addis Ababa. The post Ethiopia Converts First 26 City Buses To Natural Gas, Cuts Passenger Fares By 50% appeared first on Trending News. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/police-confirm-rescue-of-3-kidnapped-zamfara-islamic-clerics/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/police-confirm-rescue-of-3-kidnapped-zamfara-islamic-clerics/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:03:51 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News The Zamfara Commissioner of Police, CP Muhammad Bello, has confirmed the rescue of three of the six Islamic Clerics (Imam) kidnapped on September 12, while travelling to Talata Mafara, Zamfara. The post Police confirm rescue of 3 kidnapped Zamfara Islamic clerics  appeared first on Vanguard News. https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/osun-court-restrains-gov-adeleke-from-installing-new-olojo-of-ojo/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/osun-court-restrains-gov-adeleke-from-installing-new-olojo-of-ojo/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:02:55 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News An Osun State High Court sitting in Ede has restrained Governor Ademola Adeleke from appointing or installing a new Olojo of Ojo in Egbedore Local Government Area pending the determination of a motion before it. The interim injunction followed a suit marked HED/18/2026, filed by A. Mikaheel on behal https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/otemu-foundation-expands-scholarship-scheme-to-9-states-in-niger-delta/ https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/31/otemu-foundation-expands-scholarship-scheme-to-9-states-in-niger-delta/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:02:53 +0000 ThisDay Nigerian News The Otemu Educational Foundation (OEF), founded by former Delta State Governor, Chief James Ibori, has announced plans to expand its scholarship programme to cover all nine states of the Niger https://businessday.ng/bd-weekender/article/the-psychology-behind-brands-we-love/ https://businessday.ng/bd-weekender/article/the-psychology-behind-brands-we-love/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:00:56 +0000 BusinessDay Nigerian News The reasons we love a certain brand of sneakers probably have more to do with our brains than our feet. https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/berger-paints-9m-pre-tax-profit-rises-14-8-to-n1-68-billion-declares-dividend/ https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/berger-paints-9m-pre-tax-profit-rises-14-8-to-n1-68-billion-declares-dividend/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:00:16 +0000 Nairametrics Nigerian News Berger Paints Nigeria Plc reported a profit before tax of N1.68 billion for the nine months ended September 2026, up 14.8% from N1.46 billion in the corresponding period of 2025. The post Berger Paints’ 9M pre-tax profit rises 14.8% to N1.68 billion, declares dividend appeared first on Nairametrics. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/sowore-police-differ-over-attack-in-ekiti/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/sowore-police-differ-over-attack-in-ekiti/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News Sowore further alleged that DSS operatives had been trailing and harassing him since his arrival in the state on Thursday The post Sowore, police differ over attack in Ekiti appeared first on Vanguard News. http://www.stelladimokokorkus.com/2026/10/saturday-morning-spontaneous-post_01690979598.html http://www.stelladimokokorkus.com/2026/10/saturday-morning-spontaneous-post_01690979598.html Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0000 SDK Celeb Celebrity #WeekendPeace #LoveAndRest #GratefulSoul #FaithStillWorking #CalmAndBlessed #JoyfulMomentsGood morning. Today is for rest, reflection, and renewal. Thank God for quiet moments that heal the heart and refill the spirit. Enjoy your day oj.😍😘💕💖😂 https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/31/us-midterms-3-days-to-go-what-latest-polls-say-as-early-voting-surges?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/31/us-midterms-3-days-to-go-what-latest-polls-say-as-early-voting-surges?traffic_source=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:59:55 +0000 Al Jazeera World News More than 43 million Americans have voted early as Democrats lead opinion polls and Trump prepares for final rallies. https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/921686-2027-politics-watch-from-atikus-register-demands-to-tinubus-borrowing-defence-fridays-roundup.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/921686-2027-politics-watch-from-atikus-register-demands-to-tinubus-borrowing-defence-fridays-roundup.html Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:58:30 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News Atiku Abubakar and the NDC pressed INEC over questionable voter records as the commission promised corrections before certification. Friday’s exchanges also covered borrowing, nomination disputes, the PDP’s support for Tinubu and conflicting accounts of campaign incidents. The post 2027 Politics Wat https://www.tvcnews.tv/efcc-chairman-praises-dauda-lawals-leadership-says-zamfara-undergoing-transformation/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/efcc-chairman-praises-dauda-lawals-leadership-says-zamfara-undergoing-transformation/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:58:06 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, has described Zamfara State as evidence of transformational leadership under Governor Dauda Lawal. The post EFCC Chairman Praises Dauda Lawal’s Leadership, Says Zamfara Undergoing Transformation appeared first https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/fg-takes-over-management-of-plateaus-pandam-park-after-years-of-abandonment/ https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/fg-takes-over-management-of-plateaus-pandam-park-after-years-of-abandonment/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:56:55 +0000 Nairametrics Nigerian News The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Park Service (NPS), has taken over the management of Pandam National Park in Plateau State after years of abandonment, insecurity and encroachment by criminal elements. The post FG takes over management of Plateau’s Pandam Park after years of abandonment https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c6x2qr8dj81vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c6x2qr8dj81vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:54:52 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser. https://technext24.com/news/opay-suspends-trading-nyse-regulatory-review/ https://technext24.com/news/opay-suspends-trading-nyse-regulatory-review/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:51:27 +0000 Technext Naija Tech OPay has announced it will not begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange as previously scheduled because of… https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/some-called-him-warlord-but-he-was-liberator-pan-africanist-yormie-johnsons-widow/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/some-called-him-warlord-but-he-was-liberator-pan-africanist-yormie-johnsons-widow/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:50:42 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News "He was not just my husband, he was like a father figure to me, my children, my family and friends. I appreciate it most and I miss it to this day" The post Some called him warlord, but he was liberator, pan-Africanist – Yormie Johnson’s widow appeared first on Vanguard News. https://leadership.ng/from-live-animals-to-statues-the-decline-of-nigerias-zoos/ https://leadership.ng/from-live-animals-to-statues-the-decline-of-nigerias-zoos/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:49:40 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Once vibrant attractions where families gathered to marvel at wildlife, many of Nigeria’s zoos have fallen into neglect, with dwindling animal populations, crumbling facilities and, in some cases, statues replacing the live animals visitors pay to see. From Port Harcourt to Calabar and Yola, the dec https://newtelegraphng.com/top-15-weekly-business-news-roundup-for-latest-nigeria-news-148/ https://newtelegraphng.com/top-15-weekly-business-news-roundup-for-latest-nigeria-news-148/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:47:54 +0000 New Telegraph Nigerian News Here is the New Telegraph’s weekly business news roundup of the top 15 latest Nigerian news stories making headlines from Monday, October 26, to Saturday, October 31, 2026. Tinubu Welcomes Airtel’s Open Network Launch President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has welcomed the launch of Airtel Nigeria’s Open Netwo https://www.tvcnews.tv/tinubu-says-fg-has-approved-%e2%82%a6200bn-support-for-small-businesses-manufacturers/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/tinubu-says-fg-has-approved-%e2%82%a6200bn-support-for-small-businesses-manufacturers/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:45:49 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News President Bola Tinubu says his administration has approved ₦200 billion in grants and financing support for small businesses and manufacturers across the country. The post Tinubu Says FG Has Approved ₦200bn Support For Small Businesses, Manufacturers appeared first on Trending News. https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/israel-election-ends-in-political-deadlock-as-netanyahu-rival-fall-short-of-majority/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/israel-election-ends-in-political-deadlock-as-netanyahu-rival-fall-short-of-majority/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:44:55 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Israel’s latest general election has produced a hung parliament, with neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc nor the opposition alliance led by Gadi Eisenkot securing enough seats to independently form a government. Final results released by election officials showed that Netanyahu’s right https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cq99zlpzm87ro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cq99zlpzm87ro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:44:38 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football AC Milan versus Inter will be shown live on the BBC on Saturday - this is the story of the fixture's most iconic image. https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/31/the-signal-inec-draws-the-line-the-politicians-must-now-face-the-voters/ https://www.channelstv.com/2026/10/31/the-signal-inec-draws-the-line-the-politicians-must-now-face-the-voters/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:44:36 +0000 Channels TV Nigerian News INEC must convince Nigerians that the contest will be fair. The post The Signal: INEC Draws The Line, The Politicians Must Now Face The Voters appeared first on Channels Television. https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/strike-looms-as-nasu-gives-yobe-government-14-day-ultimatum-over-staff-welfare/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/strike-looms-as-nasu-gives-yobe-government-14-day-ultimatum-over-staff-welfare/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:43:49 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions, NASU, Yobe State Council, has issued a 14-day ultimatum to Governor Mai Mala Buni’s administration over unresolved welfare demands, warning of possible industrial action. The ultimatum, which commenced on October 28, 2026, is e https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/you-risk-going-to-jail-if-you-promote-fake-products-icpc-efcc-fccpc-warn-celebrities/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/you-risk-going-to-jail-if-you-promote-fake-products-icpc-efcc-fccpc-warn-celebrities/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:41:45 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, and the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, FCCPC, have warned celebrities and influencers against promoting fraudulent products and services. The ag https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/best-performing-nigerian-stocks-in-october-dangote-cement-lead-n2-01-trillion-rally/ https://nairametrics.com/2026/10/31/best-performing-nigerian-stocks-in-october-dangote-cement-lead-n2-01-trillion-rally/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:40:46 +0000 Nairametrics Nigerian News The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) recorded a N2.01 trillion increase in equity market capitalisation in October 2026, rising by 1.23% to N165.11 trillion from N163.10 trillion at the end of September, driven largely by Dangote Cement and selected mid-cap stocks. The post Best performing Nigerian stocks in https://www.tvcnews.tv/polish-riot-police-deployed-as-deposed-court-chief-sets-off-crisis/ https://www.tvcnews.tv/polish-riot-police-deployed-as-deposed-court-chief-sets-off-crisis/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:39:53 +0000 TVC News Nigerian News Poland’s President Karol Nawrocki called off a visit to Africa mid-flight and returned to Warsaw, where police surrounded the constitutional court on Friday after the suspension of its chief justice triggered a standoff between the centrist government and the nationalist right.   Dozens o https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/hamzat-has-what-it-takes-to-take-over-from-sanwo-olu-obasa/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/hamzat-has-what-it-takes-to-take-over-from-sanwo-olu-obasa/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:36:22 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashir Obasa, has declared that the gubernatorial candidate of All Progressives Congress, APC, in the state, Dr Obafemi Hamzat has what it takes to succeed the current Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Obasa made this declaration while addressing journ https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/10/31/leylah-fernandez-canada-pan-pacific-open-final-tokyo-tennis-wta?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/10/31/leylah-fernandez-canada-pan-pacific-open-final-tokyo-tennis-wta?traffic_source=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:36:05 +0000 Al Jazeera World News Fernandez fought back from a break down in both sets to reach the Tokyo title clash, her third final of 2026. https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/serie-a-inter-cant-afford-slow-start-in-derby-against-ac-milan-akanji/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/serie-a-inter-cant-afford-slow-start-in-derby-against-ac-milan-akanji/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:34:31 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Manuel Akanji says Inter Milan can't afford to have a slow start against rivals AC Milan in the Derby della Madonnina on Saturday (today). The two sides head into the contest in contrasting form. Milan suffered a 4-2 home defeat to Bologna earlier this week, their first of the season. Inter, meanwhi https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/921680-hamzat-unveils-100-point-manifesto-pledges-child-protection-agency-state-wealth-fund-2.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/921680-hamzat-unveils-100-point-manifesto-pledges-child-protection-agency-state-wealth-fund-2.html Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:33:20 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News Mr Hamzat promised 15 maternal and child centres, two new general hospitals, improved public transport and a 95 per cent waste collection target. The post Hamzat unveils 100-point manifesto, pledges child protection agency, state wealth fund appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/vdm-asked-if-davido-promised-me-free-collaboration-kokopee-reveals-fallout/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/vdm-asked-if-davido-promised-me-free-collaboration-kokopee-reveals-fallout/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:32:58 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Kokopee, a close friend of VeryDarkMan, VDM, has revealed how he got caught in the middle of the fallout between the activist and singer Davido, saying VDM questioned why he was involving himself in their dispute. Kokopee spoke after Nigerians called him out online for allegedly keeping quiet during https://punchng.com/fani-kayode-assumes-duties-as-nigerias-envoy-to-south-africa/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/fani-kayode-assumes-duties-as-nigerias-envoy-to-south-africa/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:31:10 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Nigeria’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Femi Fani-Kayode, has formally assumed duties after presenting his Letters of Credence in the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/fani-kayode-assumes-duties-as-nigerias-envoy-to-south-africa/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/afcon-what-cafs-return-to-2-year-cycle-means-for-super-eagles/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/afcon-what-cafs-return-to-2-year-cycle-means-for-super-eagles/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:29:07 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has reversed its earlier decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, every four years, restoring the competition’s traditional two-year cycle in a development that could benefit Nigeria’s Super Eagles. CAF had announced in December 2025 that the co https://www.completesports.com/aston-villa-to-launch-legal-action-against-carragher-over-x-rated-comments/ https://www.completesports.com/aston-villa-to-launch-legal-action-against-carragher-over-x-rated-comments/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:27:45 +0000 Completesports Football Jamie Carragher will be the subject of legal action by Aston Villa following comments he made on their fans. The Liverpool legend spoke on The Overlap earlier in the week about whether or not Manchester United would hire Villa boss Unai Emery, as reported by talkSPORT. “Aston Villa will never https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/i-dont-feel-sorry-for-you-join-us-fight-apc-isaac-fayose-tells-sowore-after-attack/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/i-dont-feel-sorry-for-you-join-us-fight-apc-isaac-fayose-tells-sowore-after-attack/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:26:49 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News Political commentator, Isaac Fayose, has urged the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, to join forces with other opposition parties to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, in 2027. Fayose made the call while reacting to the alleged attack on Sowor https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/plateau-police-arrests-man-for-killing-wife-recover-rifles-live-cartridges/ https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/31/plateau-police-arrests-man-for-killing-wife-recover-rifles-live-cartridges/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:25:59 +0000 Daily Post Nigerian News The Plateau State Police Command has arrested a 40-year-old man identified as Davou Dachung for allegedly shooting his wife, Jessica Davou, to death following a family dispute. The State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Alfred Alabo, who disclosed this in a statement on Friday, said the suspect w https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20261031-flavio-bolsonaro-posts-video-says-he-fled-brazil-due-to-persecution https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20261031-flavio-bolsonaro-posts-video-says-he-fled-brazil-due-to-persecution Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:25:07 +0000 France 24 World News Brazil's defeated right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro posted a video message on social media late Friday to declare he fled to the US because he was a victim of 'persecution'. Bolsonaro, who lost Sunday's election runoff to President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, gave no details of how h https://punchng.com/2027-hamzat-unveils-100-point-manifesto/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web https://punchng.com/2027-hamzat-unveils-100-point-manifesto/?utm_source=rss.punchng.com&utm_medium=web Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:24:18 +0000 Punch Nigerian News Lagos Deputy Governor, Kadri Hamzat, has unveiled a 100-point manifesto for the 2027 governorship election, promising reforms in transport, health, and hou Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-hamzat-unveils-100-point-manifesto/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cwkg5l822k3no?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cwkg5l822k3no?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:23:58 +0000 BBC Sport Football Football Alan Shearer discusses his love of Newcastle, almost continuing his managerial career and swapping the pitch for the commentary box in The Football Interview. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/46-yr-old-businessman-commits-suicide-leaves-video-message-for-family/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/46-yr-old-businessman-commits-suicide-leaves-video-message-for-family/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:23:36 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News He also repeatedly stated that no one pressured him into deciding to transfer his properties to his wife and three children. The post 46-yr-old businessman commits suicide, leaves video message for family appeared first on Vanguard News. https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/921678-https-www-imf-org-en-home.html https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/921678-https-www-imf-org-en-home.html Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:22:13 +0000 Premium Times Nigerian News "And for anybody to say debt is no leprosy, is absolute nonsense. Debt is worse than leprosy. Because leprosy destroys only one person. Debt destroys generations.” The post Obasanjo criticises Tinubu’s borrowings, says debt could destroy generations of Nigerians appeared first on Premium Times Niger https://thesun.ng/akwa-ibom-eno-approves-13th-month-bonus-for-pensioners-seeks-votes-for-apc-in-2027/ https://thesun.ng/akwa-ibom-eno-approves-13th-month-bonus-for-pensioners-seeks-votes-for-apc-in-2027/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:20:56 +0000 The Sun Nigerian News Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno has approved the payment of a 13th month pension bonus to all pensioners in the state, as well as a one-off N10,000 welfare support in November 2026. The post Akwa Ibom: Eno approves 13th-month bonus for pensioners, seeks votes for APC in 2027 appeared first o https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/why-i-strangled-mutilated-adedotun-oluwaseun-murder-suspect-who-mourned-with-victims-family/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/why-i-strangled-mutilated-adedotun-oluwaseun-murder-suspect-who-mourned-with-victims-family/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:19:41 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News “On that day, I was determined to collect my money. Though I was drunk, that was not the first time, nor the only time, that I had taken alcohol. I was just frustrated" The post ‘Why I strangled, mutilated Adedotun Oluwaseun’ – Murder suspect who mourned with victim’s family https://www.informationng.com/2026/10/tinubu-spent-%e2%82%a610bn-on-aso-villa-solar-project-to-leave-more-electricity-for-ordinary-citizens-to-share-apc-campaign-spokesperson.html https://www.informationng.com/2026/10/tinubu-spent-%e2%82%a610bn-on-aso-villa-solar-project-to-leave-more-electricity-for-ordinary-citizens-to-share-apc-campaign-spokesperson.html Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:18:27 +0000 Information Nigeria Celebrity Kemi Asekun, spokesperson for the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, has defended the planned installation of a solar mini-grid at the Presidential Villa, insisting that the project would help make more electricity available to Nigerians. Speaking during an interview on Naija I https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/10/31/lebron-james-tyrese-maxey-philadelphia-76ers-win-new-york-knicks-nba-cup?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/10/31/lebron-james-tyrese-maxey-philadelphia-76ers-win-new-york-knicks-nba-cup?traffic_source=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:11:53 +0000 Al Jazeera World News LeBron scored 20 points and hit the go-ahead fadeaway late, and Maxey had 27 points to lead the 76ers to a victory. https://dailytrust.com/emery-has-villa-believing-again/ https://dailytrust.com/emery-has-villa-believing-again/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:10:57 +0000 Daily Trust Nigerian News Having spent some time in the midlands finding out what is going right for Aston Villa, I have concluded that Unai Emery’s tactical expert knowledge and using it to his club’s advantage, both in training and during matches, is paying dividends. Manchester City’s unbeaten record is in tatters as in-f https://dailytrust.com/mouktar-mohammed-congratulates-samson-adamu-on-confirmation-as-caf-general-secretary/ https://dailytrust.com/mouktar-mohammed-congratulates-samson-adamu-on-confirmation-as-caf-general-secretary/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:10:48 +0000 Daily Trust Nigerian News The Chairman of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Football Association (FA), Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed, has congratulated Mr. Samson Adamu on his confirmation as the substantive General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). According to available records, the confirmation ma https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2026/10/31/the-selective-solidarity-at-the-heart-of-indias-voter-protests?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2026/10/31/the-selective-solidarity-at-the-heart-of-indias-voter-protests?traffic_source=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:08:19 +0000 Al Jazeera World News The opposition is fighting voter exclusion without confronting the discrimination Muslims warned about in 2019. https://leadership.ng/sheikh-masussuka-buried-amid-tearscrowd-in-kastina/ https://leadership.ng/sheikh-masussuka-buried-amid-tearscrowd-in-kastina/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:07:23 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Thousands of mourners, including Islamic scholars, religious leaders and dignitaries from within and outside Nigeria were in Katsina metropolis yesterday for the burial of renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka, who was killed by gunmen on Monday. The funeral prayer held at the Em https://www.completesports.com/tennis-nigerias-ogunsakin-wins-itf-j200-boys-singles-title-in-egypt/ https://www.completesports.com/tennis-nigerias-ogunsakin-wins-itf-j200-boys-singles-title-in-egypt/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:06:58 +0000 Completesports Football Nigeria tennis youngster Oluwaseun Ogunsakin has won the 2026 ITF J200 boys’ singles title in Cairo, Egypt. This was disclosed by the National Sports Commission (NSC), in a statement on their X handle on Friday. Ogunsakin defeated France’s Matisse Martin in two straight sets – 7-5, 6-3 – https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/i-cry-break-down-behind-closed-doors-funke-akindele-reflects-on-pressures-of-being-in-the-spotlight/ https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/10/i-cry-break-down-behind-closed-doors-funke-akindele-reflects-on-pressures-of-being-in-the-spotlight/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:05:49 +0000 Vanguard Nigerian News By Aiyedun Oluwadamilola Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has opened up about her emotional struggles behind the cameras, revealing that she sometimes cries and breaks down in private despite her cheerful public image. The actress made this known during an interview with CNN, where she https://thesun.ng/i-was-beaten-like-a-criminal-sowore-recounts-ekiti-attack/ https://thesun.ng/i-was-beaten-like-a-criminal-sowore-recounts-ekiti-attack/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:05:17 +0000 The Sun Nigerian News The African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has spoken about the attack on him in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The post I was beaten like a criminal – Sowore recounts Ekiti attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria. https://leadership.ng/gov-yusuf-reshuffles-cabinet-swears-in-6-commissioners-19-perm-secs/ https://leadership.ng/gov-yusuf-reshuffles-cabinet-swears-in-6-commissioners-19-perm-secs/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:05:07 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf yesterday swore in six new commissioners, three advisers and 19 permanent secretaries, while announcing a minor cabinet reshuffle involving two commissioners. According to a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sanusi Bature, the swearing-in ceremony followed https://leadership.ng/stakeholders-seek-reduced-carnage-on-lagos-ibadan-expressway/ https://leadership.ng/stakeholders-seek-reduced-carnage-on-lagos-ibadan-expressway/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:04:50 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News As frequent carnage on the ever busy Lagos -Ibadan Expressway continues to raise safety concerns, some transport stakeholders have stressed the need to achieve zero fatality on the road. Thus, ahead of the end-of-year festivities, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Oyo State Road Traffic Manageme https://www.aljazeera.com/video/by-the-numbers-3/2026/10/31/what-has-it-cost-to-keep-al-jazeera-on-air-for-30-years?traffic_source=rss https://www.aljazeera.com/video/by-the-numbers-3/2026/10/31/what-has-it-cost-to-keep-al-jazeera-on-air-for-30-years?traffic_source=rss Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:03:54 +0000 Al Jazeera World News For 30 years, Al Jazeera went where others couldn’t. Or wouldn’t. AJLabs traces the price of staying on air. https://leadership.ng/nasarawa-govt-approves-n3-6bn-equipment-for-akwanga-specialist-hospital/ https://leadership.ng/nasarawa-govt-approves-n3-6bn-equipment-for-akwanga-specialist-hospital/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:02:58 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News The Nasarawa State government has approved N3.6 billion for the procurement of medical equipment for the Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital, Akwanga. The commissioner for health, Dr. Gaza Gwamna, who disclosed this yesterday, said the approval covers critical diagnostic and life-support equipment incl https://leadership.ng/judge-leaders-by-achievements-not-promises-wike/ https://leadership.ng/judge-leaders-by-achievements-not-promises-wike/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:02:00 +0000 Leadership Nigerian News Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike says leaders should be judged by their tangible achievements and contributions to society rather than promises, political rhetoric or public relations. Wike said leadership comes with the responsibilities to make difficult decisions, deploy avail http://www.stelladimokokorkus.com/2026/10/activist-sowore-was-not-abducted-says.html http://www.stelladimokokorkus.com/2026/10/activist-sowore-was-not-abducted-says.html Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000 SDK Celeb Celebrity Activist and African Action Congress, AAC, presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has broken his silence on the brutal attack on him in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Friday, Sowore recounted how thugs pounced on him and beat him merci https://www.completesports.com/akanji-inter-must-avoid-slow-start-against-ac-milan/ https://www.completesports.com/akanji-inter-must-avoid-slow-start-against-ac-milan/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:56:51 +0000 Completesports Football Manuel Akanji has warned Inter Milan that they cannot afford another slow start when they face city rivals AC Milan in Saturday’s Derby della Madonnina. The two teams head into the highly anticipated encounter in contrasting form. AC Milan suffered a disappointing 4-2 home defeat to Bologna earlier https://www.france24.com/en/france/20261031-live-france-braces-for-halloween-protests-government-vows-tough-response https://www.france24.com/en/france/20261031-live-france-braces-for-halloween-protests-government-vows-tough-response Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:53:27 +0000 France 24 World News France's top court on Saturday overturned a Paris court’s decision authorising a protest route from Bastille to Place de la Nation in the heart of the French captial, which was proposed by rally organisers. The approved route now runs through the outskirts of Paris. Security has been tightened as au https://www.completesports.com/tielemans-backs-man-united-decision-to-keep-carrick/ https://www.completesports.com/tielemans-backs-man-united-decision-to-keep-carrick/ Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:49:53 +0000 Completesports Football Man United midfielder Youri Tielemans has voiced strong support for Red Deviil’s decision to retain manager Michael Carrick, insisting that the struggling English giants desperately need stability rather than further disruption. Intense speculation surrounded Carrick’s position following last Sunday