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Accountant-General’s team wins 2026 Kogi civil service week novelty match Realnews Magazine2026 Civil Service Week: Kogi Workers Hold Thanksgiving Service kogistate.gov.ngKogi Will Move Forward, Says Christian Fellowship Chaplain kogistate.gov.ngCivil Servants Urged to Embrace Unity, Diligence for Better Productivity kogistate.gov.ngKogi Civil Service Week Opens with Medical Outreach in Lokoja kogistate.gov.ng
Troops Kill Terrorist, Rescue Six Kidnap Victims in Sokoto, Zamfara Channels TelevisionSoldiers kill terrorist, rescue six family members in Sokoto, Zamfara Punch NewspapersDHQ: Military Rescued 60 Kidnapped Victims, Arrested 44 Suspects During Operations Nationwide THISDAYLIVEMilitary rescues 125 kidnap victims, arrests over 50 Vanguard NewsTroops foil kidnapping attempt, rescue six family members in Zamfara Daily Post Nigeria
Governor Oyebanji dissolves boards, terminates appointments of political aides premiumtimesng.comGovernor Oyebanji Dissolves Boards, Terminates Appointment Of Political Appointees Ekiti State GovernmentOyebanji dissolves Ekiti Boards, ends political appointments ahead of second term The Guardian Nigeria NewsEkiti gov dissolves boards, drops political appointees Punch NewspapersGov Oyebanji dissolves boards, terminates political appointments Daily Post Nigeria
Sokoto steps up war on banditry, approves N1.59bn for 30 Hilux vehicles Vanguard NewsWe’ll remain tough on bandits until IDPs return home, says Sokoto Gov The Guardian Nigeria NewsSokoto govt adopts tougher strategy to tackle banditry Daily Post NigeriaZa mu ci gaba da yaƙar ’yan bindiga — Gwamnan Sakkwato AminiyaSokoto: Governor Aliyu sustaining investment in security Blueprint Newspapers
‘Prominent voice on education, leadership’ — Tinubu celebrates Oyedepo at 72 TheCableAtiku, Saraki celebrate Bishop Oyedepo at 72 Punch NewspapersTinubu Felicitates Bishop Oyedepo At 72 THISDAYLIVEOyedepo At 72: Saraki Praises Cleric’s Courage, Unwavering Conviction LEADERSHIP NewspapersWinners’ Chapel Celebrates Founder David Oyedepo at 72 TVC News
NDLEA Arrests Europe-Bound Groom After Egesting 72 Cocaine Wraps The Guardian Nigeria NewsNewlywed arrested with cocaine at Enugu airport Punch NewspapersNDLEA Arrests Newlywed With 72 Wraps Of Cocaine At Enugu Airport Channels TelevisionNigeria’s Anti-Narcotics Agency Arrests Two Togolese Nationals, Seizes Drugs Worth Over N3Billion In One Week Sahara ReportersEurope-bound newlywed arrested with 72 wraps of cocaine in stomach at Enugu airport Vanguard News
Tinubu is my friend but I don’t like the direction he’s taking Nigeria –Donald Duke Vanguard NewsTinubu’II win again if Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso fail to unite — Donald Duke warns ThePointNGOpposition disunity: ‘We’re repeating 2023 mistakes’ - Donald Duke Vanguard News
FLOOD RENDERS OLD ENUGU-ONITSHA ROAD IMPASSABLE AT OGIDI anambrastate.gov.ngAnambra Community Near Govt House Cries Out To Soludo Over Years Of Enduring Bad Road, Unsafe Water Sahara ReportersWORKS COMMISSIONER INSPECTS EZEKIEL IKE–UMUNZE/UMUCHU BYPASS, ORDERS REPAIR OF ACCIDENT-DAMAGED SECTION anambrastate.gov.ngARTMA CAUTIONS MOTORISTS AS RAINFALL, FLOODING HEIGHTEN ROAD RISKS anambrastate.gov.ng2026 RAINY SEASON PEAK: OLD ENUGU/ONITSHA ROAD AT OGIDI AXIS IMPASSABLE DUE TO FLOOD anambrastate.gov.ng
Igweship Tussle: Anambra community writes Soludo, Police over illegal new yam festival Daily Post NigeriaOgidi Community Celebrates New Yam Festival in Grand Style, Showcases Igbo Heritage dailynewsngr.com.ngIGWE OBERE COMMENDS ANAMBRA GOVERNMENT AS NAWFIA CELEBRATES 2026 ‘IRIJI’ anambrastate.gov.ngNzuko Ozo Ndigbo celebrates Igbo heritage at New Yam Festival The Nation NewspaperAMAWBIA CELEBRATES NEW YAM FESTIVAL, PRAYS FOR BOUNTIFUL HARVEST anambrastate.gov.ng
After a Four-week Vacation in Europe, Tinubu Returns to Lagos Tuesday THISDAYLIVESources: Tinubu moves return trip after last-minute change in plans TheCableWhere is Nigeria’s President? Obi queries Tinubu’s prolonged absence | theeagleonline.com.ng‘What exactly is Tinubu doing in France’ – Atiku questions President’s prolonged vacation Daily Post NigeriaTinubu returns Tuesday, marks independence anniversary in Lagos The Guardian Nigeria News
EU unlocks humanitarian aid for crises worldwide Al JazeeraPresident von der Leyen announces €710 million to support displaced people in Africa and global crisis relief European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid OperationsEuropean Commission, EIB and UNDP join forces to boost investment in communities hit by humanitarian crises United Nations Development ProgrammeThe EU will allocate 710 million euros to assist those affected by wars and disasters: who will receive the most Inbox.euEU Pledges €52M to Help Ukrainians Through Winter as Part of €710M Global Aid Package Unveiled at UN Kyiv Post
Gunmen Kill 27 In Mass Shootings In South Africa Channels TelevisionTwo mass shootings in South Africa leave 27 dead BBCSouth Africa police hunt suspects after three shootings leave more than 30 people dead CNNAt least 27 people killed in two shootings in South African townships Al Jazeera27 dead in South Africa mass shootings TheCable
Shettima Flays Security Council’s Exclusion Of Africa, Says It Subverts Global Governance Legitimacy THISDAYLIVEBuƙatu 7 da Najeriya ta miƙa a taron Majalisar Ɗinkin Duniya BBCUN Security Council: Tinubu demands two permanent seats, veto powers for Africa Punch NewspapersAI safety, climate finance, UNSC seat… key takeaways from Nigeria’s UNGA address TheCableUNGA81: Why has Africa’s Security Council reform push remained unresolved? Al Jazeera
Trump Rejects Iran Proposal For Deal To Reopen Hormuz Channels TelevisionIranian minister says only negotiation can end conflict after Trump rejects Hormuz deal BBC‘Better deal’: What’s behind Trump’s rejection of Iran’s truce offer? Al JazeeraExclusive | Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire, Expects Renewed Bombing After Midterms WSJIran will make no nuclear concessions, Iranian official says Reuters
QUIZ OF THE WEEK: Do You Remember CBN’s Latest Interest Rate Announcement? Channels TelevisionThe price of money and the price of growth TheCable‘CBN rate cut may ease borrowing costs’ Punch Newspapers‘Recapitalisation Pushes Bank Lending Rates To 22–23%’ LEADERSHIP NewspapersPost-307th MPC: CBN resets rate as Nigeria’s economic signals improve Tribune Online
Dangote Refinery IPO: Northern Christian leader urges investment Vanguard NewsDangote refinery: Northern Christian leader urges members to invest Punch NewspapersNCA Leader Urges Christians To Invest In Dangote Refinery Shares The Guardian Nigeria NewsAssociation Urges Christians To Invest LEADERSHIP NewspapersDangote IPO: Northern Christian leaders urge Christians to invest Tribune Online
2027: Hashim plans support for Dangote, refineries Vanguard NewsAfrica’s Refining Moment — And Nigeria’s Inflection Point Energy Focus ReportMy Govt’ll Sell Crude To Local Refineries At Local Price — Olawepo-Hashim LEADERSHIP NewspapersAfrica remains major oil exporter despite refining capacity gap daily-sun.comGlobal Refinery Development Capital Is Now Nigeria Majorwaves Energy Report
Air Peace Abuja-Maiduguri flight disrupted, airline blames aviation fuel unavailability, sunset restriction TheCableAir Peace Blames Fuel Shortage, Weather For Abuja Flight Disruptions Channels TelevisionJet A1 Shortage Disrupts Air Peace, Other Flights in Abuja Again The Guardian Nigeria NewsAir Peace blames fuel shortage, weather for Abuja delayed, cancelled flights Vanguard NewsAir Peace explains Abuja flight disruptions, cites aviation fuel scarcity, sunset restrictions Business News Nigeria
Samsung launches Galaxy A08, bringing improved power, advanced AI and stronger value to users TheCableSamsung launches Galaxy A08 4G in Malaysia SamMobileSamsung Galaxy A08 Malaysia release - 6.7-inch display, 6000mAh battery, LPDDR5 RAM, Helio G99+ processor for RM899 TechNaveSamsung Officially Launches Galaxy A08 with a Huge 6,000mAh Battery SammyGuruSamsung releases Galaxy A08 smartphone in Malaysia Sammy Fans
What Nigerian Smart TV users should know about voice, privacy, security settings Legit NewsLG Smart TVs Put Nigerians in Control with Smarter Entertainment techeconomy.ngLG strengthens focus on data privacy, security in Smart TVs for Nigerian homes the authority newsLG Enhances Customer Choice, Data Privacy, Secure Smart TV Experiences Across Nigerian Homes Independent Newspaper Nigeria
The best tablets for every budget, according to a tech expert NBC News5 Budget-Friendly Tablets That Can Replace Your Old Laptop SlashGearThe Best Tablets of 2026 for Every Kind of User techcityng.com5 Best Tablets Under $500 in 2026: iPad, Galaxy Tab and More TechRepublicBest Tablets of Q3 2026 for Students, Work and Entertainment techeconomy.ng
Weekly poll results: the Redmi Note 17 Pro and Note 17 Pro Max feel like a step back - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.comREDMI Note 17 Pro vs REDMI Note 17 Pro Max: Here Are The Differences Pokde.NetVodafone brings Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 series to Greece TelecompaperRedmi Note 17 Pro Max review: The one for battery backup Moneycontrol.comREDMI 17 series debuts with 7,500mAh battery to bridge Uganda's power, connectivity needs Daily Monitor
Nollywood Actor Rykardo Agbor Survives Car Accident in Ibadan TVC NewsSee more headlines and perspectives on Google News
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‘Black Market’ Breaks Guinness World Record With Over 51,000 Viewers At TBS Channels TelevisionNollywood breaks Guinness World Record with 51,000-person movie screening in Lagos Punch NewspapersFrom Toronto to TBS: Adeoluwa Owu builds on international recognition with Black Market milestone The Guardian Nigeria NewsNollywood’s Black Market Sets Guinness World Record With 51,000+ Moviegoers in Lagos BellaNaijaBlack Market’: Rixel, FilmOne Studios Target Guinness World Record THISDAYLIVE
Paul Omeje explores power, loyalty in 1980s Ibadan with crime novel Apata Boys Daily Post Nigeria
Flamingos Thrash Togo 4-0 To Lift WAFU B Cup Channels TelevisionMy tactics against B’Faso spot on – Busari Punch NewspapersNigeria win WAFU-B U17 Girls Cup — Premium Times Nigeria UA.NEWSNigeria wins WAFU B under-17 women tournament Daily TrustThe Busari Effect! Flamingos Sweep WAFU-B Cup With Five Straight Wins Sports247 Nigeria
4 reasons Super Eagles must beat Guinea-Bissau in AFCON 2027 qualifier Vanguard News[UPDATED] AFCON Qualifiers: Ilenikhena, Usor Fire Eagles To Winning Start As Nigeria Beat Madagascar 2-1 Channels TelevisionEagles manager coy on Guinea-Bissau tactics Punch NewspapersBest and worst performers in Super Eagles’ scrape win against Madagascar Daily TrustAFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles gear up for Guinea-Bissau showdown Daily Post Nigeria
Manchester City charges: What punishment could club face after Premier League verdict and will they appeal? BBCTony Pulis column: I feel cheated - when do Stoke City get our FA Cup? BBCConviction is not the end: 4 scenarios that threaten the Premier League after Manchester City's disaster Goal.comA letter from the Chairman Manchester City FCManchester City found guilty on almost all Premier League charges relating to financial breaches - The Athletic The New York Times
'Punished for mistakes!' – Jarell Quansah sends clear message after England defeat against world champions Goal.comThomas Tuchel: Why England head coach's critics forced to stay quiet despite Nations League loss to Spain Sky SportsSpain beat England in Nations League to extend unbeaten run supersport.comAwkward question about Gordon's goal: Tuchel justifies the Spain slap and explains his decision on Arnold Goal.com‘Hate me or love me, I don’t care’ - Lamine Yamal sends message after Spain beat England Barca Blaugranes