October 28, 2026

By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto

Sokoto APC slams ADC candidate, says Aliyu cleared ₦5bn student debt left by Tambuwal administration Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu .

Sokoto APC slams ADC candidate, says Aliyu cleared ₦5bn student debt left by Tambuwal administration

By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto October 13, 2026
Sokoto State Government has claimed that Governor Ahmed Aliyu’s administration has cleared more than ₦5 billion in outstanding student registration and tuition fee debts inherited from the immediate past administration of former Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal. The government made the claim on Tuesday while responding to the governorship candidate...
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FG unveils 2026 agreements with tertiary institutions’ staff unions, pledges timely implementation Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa

FG unveils 2026 agreements with tertiary institutions’ staff unions, pledges timely implementation

By JOHN ONAH, Abuja October 13, 2026
Federal Government has unveiled the 2026 agreements with staff unions in tertiary institutions, reaffirming its commitment to improved staff welfare, industrial harmony and uninterrupted academic calendars across the country. Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, announced this at the unveiling of the 2026 Federal Government Staff Unions Agreements for...
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TETFund to showcase impact, deepen public engagement on tertiary education funding FG unveils plans to broaden participation in the 2026 National Research Fair

TETFund to showcase impact, deepen public engagement on tertiary education funding

By JOHN ONAH, Abuja October 13, 2026
Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) will hold its second national town hall meeting in Abuja on Thursday, October 15, 2026, to promote transparency, accountability and public engagement on its contributions to Nigeria’s tertiary education sector. The meeting, organised by the Fund’s Board of Trustees under the chairmanship of former...
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2027: Cross River group targets 1 million votes for Otu, unveils grassroots mobilisation plan 2027: Cross River group targets 1 million votes for Otu, unveils grassroots mobilisation plan

2027: Cross River group targets 1 million votes for Otu, unveils grassroots mobilisation plan

By PATRICK ABANG, Calabar October 13, 2026
A political support group, Neighbour2Neighbour for Sweet Prince, has pledged to mobilise one million votes for Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, in the 2027 general election. The Director-General of the group, Dr. Bobby Ekpeyong, made the pledge on Tuesday during a press conference held at the Ernest Etim...
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Faleye tasks NSITF staff with turning better public image into lasting trust Faleye tasks NSITF staff with turning better public image into lasting trust

Faleye tasks NSITF staff with turning better public image into lasting trust

By VICTOR CHIAHEMEN, Abuja October 13, 2026
Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Oluwaseun Faleye, has challenged staff to earn public trust through better service, empathy and teamwork, warning that the gains made in the Fund’s public image could be lost without a sustained commitment to meeting people’s needs. Faleye gave the...
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Tiv community in Sokoto celebrates rich cultural heritage, launches secretariat, youth empowerment centre Tiv community in Sokoto celebrates rich cultural heritage, launches secretariat, youth empowerment centre

Tiv community in Sokoto celebrates rich cultural heritage, launches secretariat, youth empowerment centre

By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto October 13, 2026
The Tiv community in Sokoto State came together in a colourful display of culture, music and tradition as members celebrated their annual Cultural Day while unveiling plans to build a permanent secretariat and skills acquisition centre for future generations. The event, organised by Mdzough U Tiv, attracted Tiv sons...
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Military retirees block Pensions Board Office in Abuja, demand fair adjustments formula Military retirees block Pensions Board Office in Abuja, demand fair adjustments formula

Military retirees block Pensions Board Office in Abuja, demand fair adjustments formula

By NGOBUA JOHNNIE, Abuja October 13, 2026
Retired military personnel on Tuesday October 13 blocked the entrance to the Military Pensions Board office in Dutse Alhaji, Abuja, protesting the formula adopted for calculating adjustments to their pensions. The protesting veterans barricaded the entrance with canopies and chairs, expressing dissatisfaction with the implementation of pension increases expected...
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Nigeria’s economic recovery: Why millions still can’t feel the gains at the kitchen table Hunger protest

Nigeria’s economic recovery: Why millions still can’t feel the gains at the kitchen table

By NGOBUA JOHNNIE, Abuja October 13, 2026
Nigeria’s economic reforms may be improving some key macroeconomic indicators, but the stubbornly high cost of food, energy and transportation is preventing millions of households from fully benefiting from the recovery. That contradiction lies at the heart of Nigeria’s economic challenge today: while official statistics point to improving macroeconomic...
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Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda requires stronger university governance, regulatory Compliance — Ahmad minister of State for education

Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda requires stronger university governance, regulatory Compliance — Ahmad

By JOHN ONAH, Abuja October 13, 2026
The Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Said Ahmad, has called for stronger regulatory compliance, transparent governance and transformational leadership across Nigerian universities, declaring that sustainable improvements in the nation’s higher education system require collective commitment and effective implementation of government policies. Ahmad made the call on Tuesday...
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Enugu police hunt suspects after viral video shows 60-year old woman forced to eat human faeces over witchcraft allegation Enugu police hunt suspects after viral video shows 60-year old woman forced to eat human faeces over witchcraft allegation

Enugu police hunt suspects after viral video shows 60-year old woman forced to eat human faeces over witchcraft allegation

By BARBARA KALU, Enugu October 13, 2026
Enugu State Police Command has launched an investigation into a viral video showing the alleged torture and degrading treatment of a 60-year-old woman in Amafu Village, Ugbawka, Nkanu East Local Government Area. The victim, identified as Chinenye Okonkwo, was allegedly assaulted after being accused of witchcraft and blamed for...
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Oyo police arrest 6 armed robbers, recover guns, ammunition Oyo police arrest 6 armed robbers, recover guns, ammunition

Oyo police arrest 6 armed robbers, recover guns, ammunition

By OLA MODUPE, Ibadan October 13, 2026
Oyo State Police Command has arrested six suspected armed robbers following a five-week intelligence-gathering operation and sustained manhunt that culminated in their arrest at a hideout in Ibadan in the early hours of Saturday, 10th October 2026. The Command’s spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, confirmed the arrest in a statement...
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FG condemns attack on FMC Abeokuta health workers, demands immediate arrest of suspects FG to accelerate reliable electricity across Nigeria’s health facilities

FG condemns attack on FMC Abeokuta health workers, demands immediate arrest of suspects

By OLA MODUPE, Abeokuta October 13, 2026
Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has strongly condemned the reported stabbing of Mr. Lawal Toheeb Olasunkanmi, a Medical Laboratory Scientist at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Idi-Aba, Abeokuta, Ogun State, and called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of the alleged assailant in accordance with the law....
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Troops repel terrorist attack in Adamawa, neutralize 6, recover arms and ammunition Troops repel terrorist attack in Adamawa, neutralize 6, recover arms and ammunition

Troops repel terrorist attack in Adamawa, neutralize 6, recover arms and ammunition

By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri October 13, 2026
Troops of Sector 4, Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have successfully repelled a coordinated attack by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists on Forward Operating Base (FOB) Garaha in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, neutralising six terrorists and recovering...
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CJN swears in 68 new SANs, warns professional rank is no shield against misconduct Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat

CJN swears in 68 new SANs, warns professional rank is no shield against misconduct

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja October 13, 2026
The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, on Monday sworn in 68 new Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs), reminding them that the prestigious rank comes with greater responsibility and does not place anyone above professional discipline. Justice Kekere-Ekun gave the charge during a special session of the...
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Shettima to North: You have nothing to fear in Tinubu’s 2nd term Shettima to North: You have nothing to fear in Tinubu's 2nd term

Shettima to North: You have nothing to fear in Tinubu’s 2nd term

By DAVID IORJA, Abuja October 13, 2026
Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has issued a rallying cry to the North for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reelection in the 2027 presidential election, declaring that the region has absolutely nothing to fear from a second term for the President. With urgent intensity, he implored northern leaders and citizens...
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NNPC declares ₦7.2tn profit, pays ₦5.8tn dividend as MD presents 2025 financial report to Tinubu NNPC and Tinubu

NNPC declares ₦7.2tn profit, pays ₦5.8tn dividend as MD presents 2025 financial report to Tinubu

By MBAFAN ADE, Abuja October 13, 2026
Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced a Profit After Tax of ₦7.2 trillion for the 2025 financial year, a 33 per cent increase over the previous year, as the company also declared a dividend of ₦5.8 trillion. The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Bashir Ojulari,...
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NNPC posts ₦431bn August profit as revenue his ₦3.74tn, statutory payments rise to ₦9.49tn NNPCL Bayo Ojulari

NNPC posts ₦431bn August profit as revenue his ₦3.74tn, statutory payments rise to ₦9.49tn

By MBAFAN ADE, Abuja October 13, 2026
Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited recorded a strong financial performance in August 2026, posting a Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₦431 billion, representing a 54.5 per cent increase from the ₦279 billion recorded in July. The impressive performance was contained in the company’s monthly operations and financial report...
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Zulum pledges support for Medical College at NAU Biu Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum

Zulum pledges support for Medical College at NAU Biu

By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri October 13, 2026
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has pledged to partner with the Federal Government and the Nigerian Army University, Biu, to establish a College of Medical Sciences in the institution, Zulum made the commitment on Monday when he received the university’s Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council,...
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Tinubu Govt defends fuel price hike, says NNPC petrol discount is not fuel subsidy NDC frowns at Tinubu’s 30-day petrol discount, says it's a plan to reintroduce petrol subsidy through backdoor

Tinubu Govt defends fuel price hike, says NNPC petrol discount is not fuel subsidy

By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja October 13, 2026
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has defended the Federal Government’s economic reforms and measures to cushion the impact of rising petrol prices, assuring Nigerians that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains committed to improving living conditions and sustaining economic recovery. Idris spoke during an...
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