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Tinubu mourns Francis Duru, says Nollywood has lost a gem
1989–2026: Francis Duru bows out after over three decades in Nollywood
Nollywood mourns as actor Steven Echendu dies
Sanxingdui: China’s first AI film opens to weak ticket sales
China’s first fully AI-generated feature film has opened in cinemas amid weak advance ticket sales, raising questions about whether the country’s growing enthusiasm for artificial intelligence will translate into demand for AI-made movies.
‘Rattlesnake’ actor Francis Duru dies at 57 after brief illness
Duru’s death comes months after he dismissed reports that he was battling a life-threatening illness. In June, a video showing him looking frail circulated on social media, raising concerns among fans and colleagues.
NTDA seeks tourism film festivals to attract inbound tourists
Dr Olayiwola Awakan, Director-General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), has called for tourism film festivals to attract tourists from international travel markets and stimulate economic activity in host communities.
NDSL to host drone soccer in six geopolitical zones
The league’s Chief Operations Officer, Orkuma Mchiater, disclosed this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Friday in Abuja.
Kompany hospitalised after collapsing at Bayern training
The club said Kompany is undergoing thorough examinations in hospital and will remain under medical care.
AUC welcomes agreement for Formula 1 in Rwanda
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AU), H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has welcomed the agreement to bring Formula 1 to Rwanda, describing it as a significant milestone for African sport.
Vogue Singapore withdraws article misrepresenting Gele
According to a group of Diaspora Yoruba lawyers, Yoruba Rights Advocates (YRA), the article, written for the magazine by one Ify Ubby, compared "Yoruba and Igbo styles," thus suggesting a parallel evolution, along with other misrepresentations of the centuries-old Yoruba tradition
Misappropriate Yoruba origins of Gele, risk jail term — Lawyers warn
YRA is a coalition of Diaspora lawyers and professionals advocating for Yoruba Rights, cultural heritage and the fair recognition of Yoruba contributions to global culture.
Genuine love shows commitment – Pastor Bolaji Idowu tells singles
Pastor Bolaji Idowu has advised singles to be wary of relationships that remain undefined for long periods, arguing that genuine love should come with a willingness to commit.
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Tinubu's reforms build enduring institutions - Shettima
Senator Shettima stated this on Friday while commissioning the ultra-modern Kashim Ibrahim University Teaching Hospital (KIUTH) and two schools in Maiduguri, Borno State.
Ebola: Lagos LGs urge residents to remain vigilant
The council chairmen gave the advice in separate awareness campaigns following the reported Ebola case in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on Oct. 20.
US may strike Iran this weekend — Ambassador
The United States has left open the possibility of striking Iran as soon as this weekend, raising the prospect of renewed military action despite President Donald Trump’s earlier indication that no attack would take place before the November 3 midterm elections.
China unveils 8-point plan to strengthen global governance
Chinese President Xi Jinping has unveiled eight measures to advance global governance reforms, calling for greater multilateral cooperation, equitable representation and stronger international institutions.
18-storey building collapses in Kenya, rescue efforts delayed
Fears of casualties have risen after a multi-storey building under construction collapsed in Nairobi, Kenya, with reports that workers and other people may be trapped beneath the rubble.
Poultry farmers seek urgent action as feed costs hit 75% of production
Poultry farmers in Nigeria have called for urgent government intervention to reduce feed prices, improve access to affordable loans and address shortages of day-old chicks, warning that rising production costs and other challenges threaten the sector’s sustainability.
CBN clears JPMorgan to establish merchant bank in Nigeria
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has granted JPMorgan approval-in-principle to establish a merchant bank in the country, taking the global financial institution a step closer to expanding its operations in Africa’s largest market by population.
Petrol supply drops 23% despite higher Dangote output
Nigeria’s daily petrol supply fell by 23 per cent in September, despite increased production at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, as exports rose and domestic deliveries declined.
Association urges FCTA to recruit 7,000 nurses, improve welfare
The National President of NANNM, Mr Haruna Mamman, made the call at the 2026 International Nurses Week celebration organised by the FCT Council of the association on Friday in Abuja.
NGO conducts free cancer screening for women in Jalingo
Dr Hannatu Ayuba, the organisation’s Chief Executive Officer, said that the screening was part of awareness creation towards access to cancer treatment for women in North East Nigeria.
Kogi issues health advisory over Ebola case in FCT
The Kogi Ministry of Health has urged residents to remain calm but vigilant following reports of an Ebola outbreak in neighbouring Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
Edo Assembly moves to consolidate education laws
The Chairman, House Committee on Education, Donald Okogbe, disclosed this at a Legislative Roundtable on Education Reform organised by the committee in Benin,on Friday.
TETFund names Redeemer’s Health Village centre of excellence
The Federal Government has approved Redeemer’s Health Village Robotic Surgery Academy as a Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Centre of Excellence, guaranteeing full tuition scholarships for qualified medical professionals enrolled in its specialist training programmes.
Covenant University will rival Harvard, Oyedepo says
The Chancellor of Covenant University, David Oyedepo, has expressed confidence that the institution will attain global prominence and become a destination for students worldwide, likening it to Harvard University in the United States.
Eko Power assures solar users of no penalties
Mr Abiola Aloba, General Manager, Corporate Communication Unit of Eko Power, said this in a statement on Friday in Lagos.
FG begins 120MVA substation construction in Katsina
The Federal Government has commenced the construction of a 120-megavolt-ampere (MVA) transmission substation in Mashi Local Government Area of Katsina State to boost electricity transmission capacity and support economic activities.
Nigeria’s gas reserves increase to 215.29trn cubic feet
Nigeria’s gas reserves have increased from 208.83 (TCF) trillion cubic feet in 2023 to 215.29 (TCF) as of January 2026, under President Bola Tinubu's administration.
Remittances aren’t the problem: Reading Peter Obi’s Manchester gaffe as economics
On Sunday, 18 October 2026, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, addressed a town hall of Nigerian diaspora supporters in Manchester.
Smarter ports can drive Nigerian exports
As countries compete for investment, manufacturing and trade, infrastructure performance increasingly shapes economic competitiveness. For Nigeria, efficient ports, reliable inland connections and faster cargo flows will be critical to reducing friction along trade corridors, supporting exports and converting the country’s scale into sustainable growth.
Dauda Lawal: Political patronage or public service?
No administration should be beyond criticism; if anything, criticism is necessary to keep it on its toes. In Zamfara State, however, the nature of the current debate is revealing. At a stakeholders’ meeting, members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) voiced frustration over Governor Dauda Lawal’s apparent preference for the state’s development over political patronage.
Hunger: ADC accuses Tinubu of using relief plan as election bait
Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communication of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, made the criticism on Friday during a world press conference at the party’s secretariat on behalf of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar.
Edo APC endorses Okpebholo for 2nd term amid development
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo has endorsed Gov. Monday Okpebholo for a second term, citing his development achievements and commitment to the state’s growth.
Wike denies supporting Adamawa LP governorship candidate
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has dismissed a social media report claiming he endorsed the Labour Party (LP) governorship candidate in Adamawa, Sen. Ishaku Abbo, describing the report as “fake”.
Japan, JICA invests $10.4m in Nigeria’s innovation hub
Japan, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has provided 10.4 million dollars in grant funding for the expansion of Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem.
NITDA, partners to host cybersecurity confab
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) says it will host an International Cybersecurity Conference to strengthen Nigeria’s cyber resilience amid growing Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled threats.
COAS seeks African self-reliance in defence technology, production
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has called for greater investment in indigenous technology and defence manufacturing to reduce Africa’s dependence on foreign military equipment.
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